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Brad Paisley Keeps His Promise, Honors Deceased Fan in Very Special Way

Christina Vinson — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:57 +0000

Brad Paisley made a promise last autumn to Lee Feldman, an Ephrata, Penn. resident who was stricken with pancreatic cancer. That promise was to use Feldman's gift of a prized custom-made guitar on Paisley's new album, 'Wheelhouse,' and to not let the guitar lay unused and forgotten.

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood Sued Over 'Remind Me'

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 04 May 2013 16:39:19 +0000

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood are staring down a lawsuit levied at them by a Dallas songwriter who claims that the twosome stole their 2011 hit ‘Remind Me’ from her. According to the Nashville City Paper, Amy Bowen once lived in Nashville and performed as Lizza Connor. She claims she wrote the song in 2007 [...]

Brad Paisley Writes Personal Essay About Friendship With George Jones

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 04 May 2013 14:45:42 +0000

Brad Paisley tweeted a touching tribute to the late George Jones last week, immediately after The Possum's passing. Now, the singer has penned an essay, detailing both his appreciation for and his friendship with Jones, which was published by Billboard.

Brad Paisley on George Jones: 'The Greatest Voice Country Music Will Ever Know'

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:30:36 +0000

Brad Paisley offered one of the most touching and heartfelt tributes to the late George Jones, who passed away on Friday, April 26 at the age of 81. Paisley issued his "in memoriam" style statement via Twitter, calling the singer "the greatest voice country music will ever know" and "one of the greatest friends you could ever have."

Brad Paisley to Appear on 'Nashville' Season Finale

Christina Vinson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:50:49 +0000

When the first season of ABC’s drama ‘Nashville‘ winds up next month, fans will spot one of the Music City’s biggest stars on their television screens, as singer Brad Paisley will appear on the show’s finale. According to Extra, Paisley will play himself and perform with characters Rayna (Connie Britton) and Deacon (Charles Esten). His appearance may come as [...]

Brad Paisley Explains His Other Controversial Song on 'Wheelhouse,' 'Those Crazy Christians'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:30:46 +0000

Fans who have already picked up Brad Paisley's new album 'Wheelhouse' may have gotten a little bit more than they bargained for. The country superstar has departed from his winning formula fairly dramatically, courting controversy with a couple of tracks on the new album, 'Accidental Racist' and 'Those Crazy Christians.'

Brad Paisley's 'Wheelhouse' Debuts at No. 1 on Billboard Country

Christina Vinson — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:41:13 +0000

Brad Paisley stepped out of his comfort zone with his eighth studio album, ‘Wheelhouse,’ and it certainly paid off, as the record debuted at No. 1 this week on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. Not only did the star take a few risks in the album, saying in the liner notes, “We only had one rule with [...]

K-LAW Country Song Showdown – Brad Paisley Vs. Easton Corbin [POLL]

Frank Seres — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:58:28 +0000

Last week’s ‘Pretty’ showdown went to Kip Moore. His ‘Hey Pretty Girl’ knocked off Blackberry Smoke’s ‘Pretty Little Lie’ 58% to 42%. This week, it’s a couple of guys who played at Fort Sill last year. Brad Paisley played the free concert at Fort Sill last August. His new song is ‘Beat This Summer’. Easton [...]

Brad Paisley Relives Young Romance in 'Beat This Summer' Video

Megan Pacella — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:00:47 +0000

Summertime is just a few short weeks away, but if you're jonesing for salt, sand and summer love, Brad Paisley's 'Beat This Summer' video has got you covered. In the music video for his latest tune, Paisley reminds fans just how fun a summer romance can be.

Brad Paisley 'Heartbroken' by Boston Marathon Bombings

Billy Dukes — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:29:16 +0000

Brad Paisley learned of the tragedy at the Boston Marathon on Monday (April 15), and like all Americans, he felt for the victims, the families of victims and all Bostonians. During an interview after the fact the singer expressed the sadness and anger he felt seeing coverage of the marathon bombings. “I am absolutely heartbroken,” Paisley [...]

Brad Paisley and LL Cool J's 'Accidental Racist' Spoofed on 'Saturday Night Live'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 17:00:48 +0000

Country's Brad Paisley and rapper LL Cool J have been making the media rounds this week, talking about their controversial collaboration 'Accidental Racist,' which tackles the thorny issue of race relations in contemporary America. But on Saturday night (April 13) it was time for a break from all of the serious dialogue the song has opened up, as 'Saturday Night Live' spoofed the musicians in a sketch that aired on the Weekend Update comedy news portion of the show.

Hunter Hayes Recalls First Meeting Brad Paisley, Talks 'Outstanding in Our Field'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:30:43 +0000

Hot rising star Hunter Hayes is on a major roll. The 21-year-old singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist released his major label debut in 2011, and since then he's scored a big hit with 'Wanted' and won a number of critical accolades. But he was still unsure of himself when superstar Brad Paisley asked him to play guitar on 'Outstanding in Our Field,' a track from the legend's new album, 'Wheelhouse.'

LL Cool J Knew 'Accidental Racist' With Brad Paisley Would Stir the Pot

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:00:23 +0000

Brad Paisley‘s new collaboration with LL Cool J has been stirring up plenty of controversy, and now the rapper is weighing in on the flap over the song, which is titled ‘Accidental Racist.’ The song frames a conversation between a white man who walks into a restaurant wearing a Lynyrd Skynyrd T-shirt emblazoned with the [...]

Brad Paisley Comments on 'Accidental Racist' Controversy: 'I Wouldn't Change a Thing'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:00:09 +0000

Brad Paisley releases his new album 'Wheelhouse' today (April 9), and a track from the record titled 'Accidental Racist' has already been stirring up controversy online. The collaboration with rapper LL Cool J attempts to address the ultra-sensitive topic of race relations, and far from apologizing, Paisley states: "I wouldn't change a thing."

Brad Paisley, 'Wheelhouse' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:00:46 +0000

Brad Paisley's 'Wheelhouse' delivers a familiar mix of humor, life lessons and scorching guitar solos, but it does it in a way different from any of the other eight albums the 'Beat This Summer' singer has released. He took his old formula, balled it up, lit it on fire and tossed the ashes in the garbage. The result is a meaty and ambitious project that doesn't always click, but clears new ground when it does.

Brad Paisley Talks 'Wheelhouse,' 'Nashville' in Parade Magazine

Christina Vinson — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:10:00 +0000

Country superstar Brad Paisley opens up on a whole host of interesting topics in this weekend's issue of Parade. If you want the details on a controversial 'Wheelhouse' song, and his thoughts on 'Nashville,' you're in for a real treat. You may be surprised at what's going on in his cowboy hat-covered head.

Brad Paisley Releasing First Interactive Book, 'Building a Wheelhouse'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 20:45:22 +0000

You can add "multi-media author" to Brad Paisley's long list of professional credentials. The singer-songwriter and guitarist will release his first interactive digital book, 'Buliding a Wheelhouse,' on April 9 -- the same day he releases his new album 'Wheelhouse.'

Hunter Hayes, Dierks Bentley, Brantley Gilbert + More Announced as ACM Awards Performers

Christina Vinson — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:50:39 +0000

The country music party of the year just got a little more star-studded with the announcement of additional ACM Awards performers. With some of the biggest names in country music have already been announced for this highly-anticipated event, Hunter Hayes, Dierks Bentley, and Brantley Gilbert are the icing on the cake.

Brad Paisley Announces Beat This Summer Tour

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:58:30 +0000

We can't think of a better way to beat the summer heat than with some live country music, doled out by Brad Paisley. The singer, who is gearing up for the April 9 release of 'Wheelhouse,' has announced the first leg of his Beat This Summer Tour.

Brad Paisley Helps Install New Water Pumps in Haiti

Megan Pacella — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:32:18 +0000

This past week, Brad Paisley took a break from his typically busy schedule of writing and recording new music to donate his talents to people in the Thomazeau community in Haiti. By partnering with a charity called Live Beyond, Paisley and his team members were able to install water pumps for a village in need.