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Remember When Kelly Clarkson Finished Second on ‘World Idol’?
When ‘American Idol’ copycat programs began enjoying success worldwide, someone thought it’d be a great idea to put the 11 individual country winners against each other for a one-day event called ‘World Idol.’ Kelly Clarkson — season one ‘Idol’ winner — was the U.S. representative, and she did very well, finishing second to Norway’s Kurt Nilsen. Yes, that mop-topped boy on the right (who vaguely r
Favorite Country Couple – Readers Poll
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill have been married for 16 years, while Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert are a young couple, having said “I do” just under a year ago. Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood will celebrate seven years this December, but even those three famed pairs put together don’t equal the all-time most famous country couple. Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash were married for 45 years before
Daily Roundup: Mindy McCready, Sugarland + More
A report on the stage rigging that collapsed before Sugarland‘s show at the Indiana State Fair and the duo’s response to suggestions that they’ve purposely delayed the start of legal proceedings are among the top stories in today’s Daily Roundup. But Mindy McCready‘s happy news is the lead story.
New Country Music Releases – May 2012
Looking for a list of the new country music releases on the shelf in May 2012? We’ve got you covered. The month begins with a bang as Carrie Underwood releases her highly anticipated fourth studio album. While ‘Blown Away’ isn’t the only country album being released on May 1, not many people want to compete with the blonde bombshell.
Review of Sugarland Stage at Indiana State Fair Finds Rigging Wasn’t Up to Code
The stage that collapsed moments before Sugarland was due to begin their performance at the Indiana State Fair last year wasn’t strong enough to withstand a 68 MPH gust of wind, as required by code. A 59 MPH gust of wind toppled the light and sound rigging on the night of August 13, but parts of the support system began giving way earlier in the evening.
Dolly Parton Reveals What a Woman Who Has Done Everything Plans to Do Next
Dolly Parton could write a book on adapting to the times… and maybe she will. The country legend has been a mainstay for over 50 years. She’s done movies, television, theater, pop music, amusement parks, children’s books and — well, how much time do you have? Just this month, Parton released ‘An Evening With … Dolly‘ on DVD and CD through Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores.
‘American Idol’ Singers – Then and Now
Country music has been a happy home for a number of ‘American Idol’ contestants, including two winners — three if you count Kelly Clarkson, who just recently decided to try her luck in the genre. Since their time on the show, the singers have grown up considerably. Even Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina — who are just one year removed from the FOX reality series — look different than they did when
Kristen Kelly, ‘Ex-Old Man’ – Song Review
Texas songwriter Kristen Kelly‘s debut single is the autobiographical ‘Ex-Old Man,’ a song that tells her personal story of an unfaithful lover. The plucky, mid-tempo cut showcases her big country voice, but seems written too long after the fact.
Daily Roundup: Keith Urban, Jason Aldean + More
Keith Urban has to be on cloud nine today as he was invited to join the Grand Ole Opry last night. Find out who was on hand to welcome him into the legendary club, and how it all went down in today’s Daily Roundup. Also find out what Jason Aldean song inspired a cute engagement, and what country star Justin Bieber is working with.
Keith Urban, ‘For You’ – Song Review
The release of ‘For You’ as Keith Urban‘s new single seems loaded with trepidation. Typically (but certainly not always) an artist will release a single, make a video and then perform it at an awards show. With ‘For You’ the order was jumbled, perhaps indicating that Urban’s team wasn’t sure how the song would be received by fans and radio.
Taylor Swift Writes Song With Justin Bieber for Pop Singer’s New Album
Has Justin Bieber gone country? It doesn’t sound like he’s ready to make that commitment, but he has written a song with country singer Taylor Swift. The two worked together to pen a cut for his upcoming third studio album called ‘Believe.’
Taste of Country’s Alan Jackson Contest Winner Announced
When Susan M. Rich learned she had won a trip to Nashville to see Alan Jackson this summer, she got emotional — very emotional. “I started crying, I couldn’t believe it,” she told Taste of Country upon getting the good news. “Alan was my mom’s favorite singer, she passed away six years ago and she saw him in concert many times.”