Posts Tagged ‘Paul McCartney’

Jimmy Fallon Goes “Cougar Huntin”‘ With Big & Rich

If parody is a form of flattery then Big & Rich should feel very honored. Late-night host and comedian Jimmy Fallon’s new album will offer an assortment of song parodies and performances including the track “Cougar Huntin”‘ featuring Big & Rich. Other guests artists include Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Justin Timberlake and Dave Matthews. “Blow Your Pants Off” is set for release June 12th.

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Top Country Tweets for the 2012 Grammy Awards

There were highs, there were lows. There were moments that blew us all away, there were moments that we want to forget. It was one busy night at the Grammy’s, but what did the stars have to say about it? Here is a timeline of some of the nights biggest events.

Taylor Swift

10. The pre-telecast awards kicked off with @TaylorSwift13 as an early winner for country music. “Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance. I’m floating.”

9. The events started early this morning with @TheBandPerry tweeting “Just finished our last Grammy rehearsal… And Sir Paul McCartney was on the first row watching us!!! Tune in to the show tonight. (np)”

8. Finally getting the recognition they deserve, @TheCivilWars were also early winners. “Best Folk Album and Best Country Duo Performance. We’re on cloud 9. Thanks to all of you! #GRAMMYs”

7. As the awards started, Cody Alan @CMTcody noticed an odd seating arrangement. “Miranda Lambert sits next 2 Lady Gaga. Carrie Underwood next 2 Tony Bennett and Taylor Swift next to Nicki Minaj. Only at the #GrammyAwards”
**Update** @Miranda_Lambert tweeted “She likes to cook and as of tonight is a fan of the randarita! :) (bacardi and crystal light)”

6. There was no lack of love for Adele throughout the night. @ChrisYoungMusic “Adele. That is all. #damn”

5. With the recent loss of Whitney, Jennifer Hudson’s tribute hit the hearts of many including @EdensEdge “OMG who else cried to Jennifer Hudson’s tribute to Whitney Houston?! God I miss her so much! A legend we will never forget HB”

4. Along with the great performances, some left us questioning what was happening as the Casey Donahew Band (@CaseyDBand) tweets about the mystery mousehead “I hope Walt Disney is getting a royalty check from that weirdo stealing his logo to wear on his head and make noise!!”

3. One of the highlights of the night included a tribute by @BlakeShelton and the Band Perry to the legendary Glen Campbell “So honored to have shared the stage of the Grammys with The Band Perry and the great Glen Campbell…”

2. Of course there is always a performance that leaves you disturbed. @RandyMontana tweets “Still wigged out from that Nikki Minage exorcism.”

1. As @DavidNail says it’s not about the individual performances, it is about the magic that happens in a room of musicians. “One year ago I was in the audience, the energy and pride I felt in that room will never be forgotten! It’s the ultimate reward…”

Until next year,
Scotty B.
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Twitter @stupidkid2150

Taylor Swift Makes Billboard’s Top 10 Money Makers of 2011

Taylor Swift is the only country artist to fall in the top 10 of Billboards Top Money Makers of 2011. Taylor came in at no. 6 with $20,730,431 earned last year. With the October release of third album “Speak Now,” which topped sales of 1 million units in its first week, the biggest debut ever for a studio album by a country artist. Taylow was named Nielsen SoundScan’s top-selling artist of 2010 based on her total album sales of 4.4 million. Those sales netted her about $7.4 million in royalties, not to mention significant publishing income. The 21-year-old singer/songwriter’s career sales now exceed 19 million albums and 33 million song downloads, making her the top-selling digital artist in history. Also a top concert draw, Swift racked up U.S. tour grosses of $30.8 million, netting her $10.4 million.

Taylor comes behind big-wigs such as Lady GaGa who topped the list with $30,556,342. Also in the top 10 are Bon Jovi, The Eagles, Dave Matthews, Justin Bieber, Paul McCartney, and The Black Eyed Peas.

Other country folks who made the top 40 list include Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw, Brooks & Dunn, Lady Antebellum, Toby Keith, Sugarland, and George Strait. You can see the full list here.

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Faith Hill and Emmylou Harris Help Honor Paul Mccartney Tonight

Faith Hill and Emmylou Harris are part of an all-star lineup tonight honoring Paul McCartney. The White House is hosting the event where Paul will receive the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.

 Others taking part in tonight’s tribute concert are Stevie Wonder, the Jonas Brothers, Jack White of the White Stripes, Foo Fighters lead Dave Grohl and others. The concert is being taped and will air July 28 nationwide on PBS.

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