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Scotty McCreery Promises Upcoming Album Will Be 'More Mature'

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:23:56 +0000

Fast-rising country star Scotty McCreery scored a big hit straight out of the box with his debut album 'Clear as Day,' but the former 'American Idol' champ doesn't want to rest on his laurels. In a new interview, he says he's taking a different approach to his upcoming second studio effort -- temporarily scheduled for September or October -- which he describes as a mix of traditional and contemporary country.

Kelly Clarkson and Scotty McCreery to Return to 'American Idol' This Week

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:52:03 +0000

Season 1 and Season 10 'American Idol' winners Kelly Clarkson and Scotty McCreery will perform on the stage where it all started once again. Thursday (April 11) is the results episode for the Top 6 of Season 12, and two of the show's biggest and most successful winners will teach the last half-dozen hopefuls how it's done.

Scotty McCreery, 'See You Tonight' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:30:28 +0000

Scotty McCreery makes his songwriting debut on 'See You Tonight,' a mid-tempo love song that finds the 19-year-old not settling for a phone call or some distant "I love you" from the girl who holds his heart. It's the start of a new chapter for McCreery -- one that's much more important than his last.

Scotty McCreery, the CMA Give $1.2 Million to Nashville's School Music Programs

Christina Vinson — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 17:51:39 +0000

'American Idol' winner Scotty McCreery has shown he's serious about education. The North Carolina State student is not only committed to his academic studies while performing on his first headlining tour --- he's also demonstrated his support of music programs in public schools.

Scotty McCreery Covers Elvis Presley's 'That's All Right' at the Grand Ole Opry

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:29:45 +0000

Scotty McCreery took a well-deserved study break over the weekend (Feb. 2) to grace the Grand Ole Opry stage, offering the crowd an electrifying performance of Elvis Presley's 1954 classic, 'That's All Right.'

Scotty McCreery Kicks Off the Charlotte Auditions on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 01:50:07 +0000

Making his triumphant return to the show that made him famous, rising country star Scotty McCreery was on hand on Wednesday night (Jan. 23) to help ‘American Idol‘ kick off its twelfth season audition rounds in Charlotte, NC. McCreery came out to Charlotte Motor Speedway, where ‘Idol’ was holding its huge open cattle call auditions. [...]

Scotty McCreery Makes His Return to 'American Idol' This Week

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 22:56:30 +0000

Obviously, Scotty McCreery is no stranger to 'American Idol.' The 19-year-old singer was crowned the winner in the show's tenth season, and has since embarked on a successful recording and touring career as a country artist. This Wednesday (Jan. 23), he will return to the show for an appearance during the audition rounds in Charlotte, in his home state of North Carolina.

Scotty McCreery Announces First Headlining Tour Dates for 2013

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 16:00:46 +0000

What do you do when you are a college freshman and a Platinum-selling country star, balancing your second semester at school while managing your red-hot career? You become a weekend warrior. That's just what Season 10 'American Idol' winner Scotty McCreery is doing this February, as he launches his 2013 Weekend Roadtrip Tour.

Scotty McCreery Resolves to Kick His Fast Food Habit in 2013

Cory Stromblad — Sun, 06 Jan 2013 21:00:28 +0000

Scotty McCreery is a southern boy who loves down-home cookin’, but with the new year in full swing, the ‘Water Tower Town’ singer reveals that cutting out quick junk food is at the top of his New Year’s resolution list in 2013. “I really should lay off the fast food,” McCreery says of his diet [...]

Scotty McCreery Balancing College Finals With Being a Country Star

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 23:00:46 +0000

Finals week is a challenging time for your average college student, but Scotty McCreery is far from your average university co-ed. North Carolina State University’s most famous student recently took to his official Twitter account to effectively demonstrate the drastic difference in his double life. “Vegas a couple days ago, Library today,” McCreery tweeted on [...]

Scotty McCreery Shares Family Christmas Videos in New 'Christmas Comin' Round Again' Video

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:00:51 +0000

Scotty McCreery shares in-studio footage and old family video highlights in his new 'Christmas Comin' Round Again' video. The just-released clip is of one of two new songs from his 'Christmas With Scotty McCreery' album, which dropped in October.

Scotty McCreery Ignites a 'Holly Jolly Christmas' Season at Rockefeller Center

Megan Pacella — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 23:00:46 +0000

Scotty McCreery helped bring some country music flair to the 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' NBC special on Wednesday evening (Nov. 29). Using his signature baritone voice, the young star sang out a snazzy version of 'Holly Jolly Christmas' for the crowd both in New York City and watching around the country.

Scotty McCreery's Christmas Album Sells Big as Singer Preps for Busy Holiday

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:00:40 +0000

Who wouldn’t want to spend Christmas with Scotty McCreery? While there are plenty of fans who would like the opportunity, they’ll have to settle for hearing the star sing Christmas carols this holiday season. The 19-year-old star will bring the best of his ‘Christmas With Scotty McCreery’ album — which is looking to be one [...]

Scotty McCreery's Hurricane Sandy Benefit Show Raises $5K

Cory Stromblad — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 19:30:38 +0000

Scotty McCreery raised $5,000 with his ‘Beacon Theatre Benefit for Hurricane Sandy Relief’ concert, which took place at the historic venue in New York City on November 23. The ‘Water Tower Town’ singer graciously donated a portion of ticket sales for the event to disaster relief following the horrific destruction that took place in New [...]

Scotty McCreery to Help Light the Tree for 'Christmas in Rockefeller' Special

Megan Pacella — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 19:30:29 +0000

Scotty McCreery will be on hand during the 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' television special to help ring in the Christmas season. The 'American Idol' champion will appear as part of a star-studded lineup, which includes fellow crooner Trace Adkins, as well as Mariah Carey, Cee Lo Green and others.

Scotty McCreery Turns Upcoming Concert Into Hurricane Sandy Benefit

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:00:20 +0000

Scotty McCreery is a nice guy -- that's no secret -- but who knew he was so selfless? The singer has decided to turn his November 23 concert at the Beacon Theater in New York City into a benefit show, with proceeds going to aid victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Scotty McCreery and Family Get in the Christmas Spirit Early This Year

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 16:00:19 +0000

Though many people don’t yet know what they’re cooking for Thanksgiving, Scotty McCreery and his festive family are already ready for Christmas. The 19-year-old singer returned home from the road in October — the same month that his very first Christmas album, ‘Christmas With Scotty McCreery,’ hit stores — and was surprised to find his [...]

Scotty McCreery Interview: Young Star Talks New Christmas Album and Balancing Fame With College

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 20:30:50 +0000

Scotty McCreery is in a good spot right now. The 19-year-old fast-rising country star's debut album 'Clear as Day' went platinum, no doubt bolstered by the burst of publicity he received after winning 'American Idol' in 2011. In the last year, he has finished high school, started college, and toured all over the country, and he recently released his first Christmas album, the aptly-titled 'Christmas With Scotty McCreery.'

60 Seconds With Scotty McCreery

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 22:00:42 +0000

Scotty McCreery is a busy young man these days. The 'American Idol' winner is not only attending college, but he's also touring to promote his platinum debut album, 'Clear as Day,' pushing his new Christmas record, and getting together the songs for his follow-up album.

Scotty McCreery, 'Christmas With Scotty McCreery' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:00:29 +0000

Scotty McCreery shares a warm holiday hug with many of the most well-known Christmas classics on his new ‘Christmas With Scotty McCreery’ album. From top to bottom, this is a consistent project that takes few chances, but offers 11 pleasant recordings to easily slip into one’s yearly holiday playlist. The uptempo songs provide many of the highlights [...]