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Jason Aldean Goes Into Hiding
2011 has been plentiful for Jason Aldean. He took home six awards at Monday’s American Country Awards show alone. But with the holidays around the corner, the ‘Tattoos on This Town’ singer is planning to settle into hiding until the new year so that he can enjoy the things he’s thankful for, like his family.
Taylor Swift Would Like to Have 10 Kids
Taylor Swift is thoroughly enjoying her life in the spotlight, and what else could she really need? The chart-topping songstress has millions of fans, countless awards and even more hit singles. And though she doesn’t currently have a boyfriend, Swift told ‘60 Minutes‘ that one day she’d love to be married with kids — lots of kids.
Ronnie Dunn Expecting First Grandchild
We know what Ronnie Dunn is thankful for at Thanksgiving 2011: the news that he’s expecting his first grandchild! Dunn told Kickin’ Country 100.5, albeit offhandedly, that he’s awaiting the arrival of a new family member and that he already knows it’s a boy.
Taylor Swift Invites James Taylor, Selena Gomez to the Stage in New York
On Tuesday, Taylor Swift wrapped up the U.S. leg of her Speak Now Tour with a second showing at New York City’s Madison Square Garden, and as expected, she went out with a bang. The 21-year-old country-pop hitmaker invited two guests to the stage to help her close out the tour: her best friend Selena Gomez and the legendary James Taylor.
Taylor Swift, ‘Last Kiss’ (From ‘Speak Now World Tour Live’) – Song Premiere
Taylor Swift‘s new ‘Speak Now World Tour Live’ set doesn’t hit stores until Monday, Nov. 21, but you can get a sample of what to expect right now with Taste of Country’s exclusive premiere of her live performance of ‘Last Kiss.’
Taylor Swift Looks Forward to 2012 Album and Tour
Despite the fact that she’s still heavily touring her ‘Speak Now’ album, Taylor Swift is already imagining her 2012 album coming to life onstage. In an interview backstage at the 2011 CMA Awards — immediately after collecting the Entertainer of the Year prize for the second time — the singer spoke from the heart about just how much she loves her job and what we can expect from her forthcoming rele
Vince Gill, Keith Urban + Brad Paisley Honor Glen Campbell at 2011 CMA Awards
Today’s country music wouldn’t be what it is without the iconic stars that led the way, like Glen Campbell, who changed the face of the industry with a string of Top 10 hits in the 1960s and ’70s. Realizing his greatness, Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Brad Paisley took the stage at the 2011 CMA Awards to honor the legend, who announced in June that he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
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Taylor Swift + More Take the Stage at 2011 BMI Awards
Nashville’s hottest stars hit the town dressed to the nines on Tuesday, Nov. 8, for the 2011 BMI Country Awards. Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, Lauren Alaina, Keith Urban and more made their presence known at the event, which celebrates the songwriters and publishers who bring the year’s most heard songs to the forefront.
Kenny Chesney Brings Couple Together, Inadvertently Saves a Life
Kenny Chesney is better known for his music and signature cowboy hat than his matchmaking skills, but fans Steve and Ashley Pauley of Ohio managed to find love while the ‘Somewhere With You’ singer serenaded them at his concert six years ago.
George Jones Announces 2012 Tour Dates
George Jones may be getting up there in age (he turned 80 in September), but he isn’t done hitting the road yet! The ‘Why Baby Why’ hitmaker just announced plans to tour North America through November 2012, touching some 35 cities over the next year.
Justin Bieber Teams Up With the Band Perry for New Song ‘Home This Christmas’
When you think of country stars, you certainly don’t think Justin Bieber. But Christmas is all about sharing and caring, and the 17-year-old pop hitmaker is sharing the spotlight with country trio the Band Perry on a new holiday track, ‘Home This Christmas.’
Luke Bryan Amps Up the Crowd in New ‘If You Ain’t Here to Party’ Video
If you’re not going to get wild and crazy, Luke Bryan doesn’t want you at his show. Lucky for him, the fans in his new ‘If You Ain’t Here to Party’ music video seem more than willing to scream, shout and rock out while the guitars wail and Bryan pumps his fist to the song, enticing them to bring it on.