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Aaron Lewis Set to Host 3rd Annual Aaron Lewis & Friends Benefit Concert

It Takes a Community Foundation (ITAC), the charitable 501(c)(3) organization started by multi-Platinum recording artist Aaron Lewis and his wife Vanessa, along with first-time partner KIX 100.9 Pioneer Valley's Country, will host the third annual Aaron Lewis & Friends benefit concert on Friday, June 14, 2013, starting at 7:30 pm at The Mass Mutual Center, located at 1277 Main St in Springfield, Mass. The night promises to include plenty of surprises and highlights, as Aaron announces … [Read More...]

Hunter Hayes Hosting a Listenting Party for Encore During CMA Fest

Hunter Hayes’ (Encore), the forthcoming deluxe version of his acclaimed debut album, is available for pre-order now. In addition to the original music, (Encore) features eight new tracks, including duets with Jason Mraz and Pistol Annie's Ashley Monroe. Fans can pre-order the album on iTunes and receive three exclusive videos here, or choose from three packages (listed below) in Hunter’s Official Store, featuring an autographed version of the album, exclusive merchandise, and a ticket to an … [Read More...]

The 2013 CMT Music Awards Just Got a Whole Lot Bigger

The 2013 CMT Music Awards is turning up the volume as Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Florida Georgia Line, George Strait, Jason Aldean, Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum will perform during this year’s live show on Wednesday, June 5 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT on CMT and CMT.com. They will join country superstars Hunter Hayes, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan, Pistol Annies and Taylor Swift, who were announced as performers last week. Presenters will be announced soon. Fans can vote online now at … [Read More...]

“The Voice” Competitors Let Emotions Flow

Some raw emotion came out during "The Voice" last night. Blake Shelton, who's from Oklahoma, expressed his concern for victims of the Oklahoma tornadoes. The Swon Brothers from Muskogee, Oklahoma, also say they're praying for those back home, and Shelton felt Holly Tucker's rendition of "How Great Thou Art" was an appropriate choice. Judith Hill cried when Adam Levine assigned her "The Way You Make Me Feel," and she cried after performing it. Hill had performed with Michael Jackson and she … [Read More...]

Jake Owen Rocks His Pants Off…Literally

In Charleston, NC this weekend Jake Owen literally rocked his pants off while performing a cover of "Jump." Bascially, he "jumped" and his pants literally split in two. Oh, and it appears that Jake Owen enjoys going commando ladies because he was flashing some buns while trying to maintain his manhood. Have no fear, it only gets better. Jake uses his shirt to cover up his "parts" giving fans a pectoral party....Oh, to be in that audience. … [Read More...]

Kellie Pickler & Derek Hough Dance to a Trophy…Hopefully

Last night, Kellie Pickler and partner Derek Hough had their two final dances on "Dancing with the Stars." Their first dance was a Quick Step, and it was time to bring out their A game....The freestyle dance is always my favorite dance. You never know what you're gonna get, and what we got from Kellie and Derek was a stunning dance. Do you think Kellie will bring home the mirror ball trophy tonight?? … [Read More...]

Oklahoma Tornado Hits Close to Home for Toby Keith

Yesterday, a massive tornado two miles wide with 200 mile an hour winds ripped through Moore, Oklahoma. It wiped out entire neighborhoods and had a direct hit on an elementary school. This morning, the death tole was confirmed at 91, and that number is still expected to rise as workers continue to sift through the rubble. Many country music stars call Oklahoma home, and this tragedy is hitting them hard. Last night, Toby Keith called into Anderson 360 to discuss the devastation. Our … [Read More...]

Chely Wright & Lauren Blitzer Welcome Twin Boys!

Congrats to Chely Wright and her wife Lauren Blitzer who welcomed identical twin boys into the world on Saturday, May 18th. Even though the babies weren't due til later this summer, People is reporting they are doing well. “We are grateful for all the amazing medical care and the love and support of family and friends,” Wright, 42, tells PEOPLE. George Samuel and Everett Joseph, named after their grandfathers, were born in New York City. We can't wait to see photos of the bouncing baby … [Read More...]

The Band Perry, Kacey Musgraves & Taylor Swift Make Country Proud at Billboard Music Awards

Last night, Country Music showed pretty much everyone how it's done with superb performances by Kacey Musgraves, The Band Perry, and Taylor Swift on The Billboard Music Awards. Kacey blew it outta the park with a toned-down acoustic performance of her hit single "Merry Go Round." The Band Perry performed a dramatic rendition of "Better Dig Two." The trio gave all those pop acts a run for their money when it came to stage presence and owning the performance. As usual, Taylor … [Read More...]

Little Big Town to Premiere New Music Video on ‘GMA’

Little Big Town will world-premiere their video for current single, “Your Side of the Bed” this Thursday on ABC’s Good Morning America. An exclusive CMA Music Festival Announcement will also take place in the 8:30am hour. The video, shot last month by Becky Fluke (Pistol Annies/The Civil Wars), takes place at the historic Tennessee Theater and The Oliver Hotel in Knoxville, TN and captures a look into one night, highlighting the tension and honesty in the song’s lyrics. “Your … [Read More...]

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