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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.
Best Hair in Country Music – Readers Poll
While the majority of country music’s top men hide beneath cowboy hats, more and more are tossing the lid aside. Chris Young made the decision last year, but other stars like Keith Urban and Jake Owen have regularly showcased their long, flowing locks to adoring fans.
Daily Roundup: Jake Owen, Keith Urban + More
Over the weekend, Jake Owen got engaged. Today, he shared the details of how it all went down. That’s the top story in today’s Daily Roundup, but scroll through to find other country headlines, like how Keith Urban is doing after vocal cord surgery and why Billy Ray Cyrus needs your thoughts and prayers tonight.
Randy Travis Being Sued by His Ex-Wife and Former Manager
Legal issues continue to plague country legend Randy Travis. Elizabeth Travis — the singer’s ex-wife and manager — filed a lawsuit last Thursday (April 5) alleging breach of contract in matters pertaining to their post-divorce agreement.
Lee Brice Releases Passionate, Mournful ‘I Drive Your Truck’ to iTunes
Lee Brice is releasing a new song to iTunes each week before the April 24 release of his new album ‘Hard 2 Love.’ In addition to the Top 5 single ‘A Woman Like You,’ a doleful ballad called ‘I Drive Your Truck’ is now available for purchase.
This Week’s Best Tweets: Blake Shelton, Trace Adkins + More Discover Dumb Things People Do on Cell Phones
With the Texas tornadoes, the ACM Awards and the normal crazy things country artists see on any given day, there was plenty to tweet about this week — and the stars didn’t disappoint. Trace Adkins and Blake Shelton were prime examples of how dangerous tweeting can be, while the Band Perry and Chris Young gave examples of how embarrassing it can be to abuse your phone privileges.
Daily Roundup: Blake Shelton, Justin Moore + More
Two of country music’s hottest stars have taken to Twitter to respond to attacks from outsiders. Justin Moore had previously shared his thoughts on Ashton Kutcher’s outfit at the ACM Awards, but he reaffirmed his opinion on FoxNews. Blake Shelton spent an hour defending his team member on ‘The Voice.’ A blogger attached RaeLynn, and papa bear didn’t care for it.
Daily Roundup: Miranda Lambert, Kellie Pickler + More
Someone has ticked off Miranda Lambert and the famously feisty singer has taken to Twitter to tell him what she thinks about his assault on country music. That’s the lead story from today’s Daily Roundup. Scroll down to find Kellie Pickler‘s big announcement, our review of Rascal Flatts‘ new album and what television show Scotty McCreery will be making a cameo on.
Sugarland Allowed to Give Video Deposition in Indiana State Fair Case
Lawyers for both sides agreed that Sugarland could give their deposition in lawsuits stemming from last August’s stage collapse at the Indiana State Fair offsite, via video. The band will sit down to record next week in Charleston, W.V.
Favorite Reality Singing Competition – Readers Poll
A growing number of country stars have benefited from appearances on reality television shows. Scotty McCreery and Carrie Underwood are the most obvious, but Blake Shelton, John Rich, Miranda Lambert and Casey James are a few others who’ve been on ‘American Idol,’ ‘The Voice’ or ‘Nashville Star.’ Others like Steel Magnolia came from ‘Can You Duet,’ and more — like Billy Ray Cyrus — have judged the
Miranda Lambert Planning for New Pistol Annies Album and Summer Tour
It was one year ago tomorrow (April 4) that Miranda Lambert and the Pistol Annies debuted their act at the ACM ‘Girls Night Out’ performance in Las Vegas, before spending the summer together as part of Lambert’s cross-country tour. The plan for this year? Do it all over again.
Kenny Chesney, ‘Feel Like a Rock Star’ (Feat. Tim McGraw) – Song Review
Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw didn’t need help selling tickets for the Brothers of the Sun Tour, but whatever seats were still available may have just been scooped up by fans anxious to see the two country superstars sing ‘Feel Like a Rock Star’ together this summer. The rest of America will have to settle for the radio edit, which is vintage Kenny Chesney.