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Scotty McCreery Worries People Could Forget About Him
Scotty McCreery has learned from previous ‘American Idol‘ winners’ mistakes. During a recent interview with the Minneapolis Star Tribune, the 18-year-old said he was emphatic about being aggressive in the days following his win on the Fox television show.
Carrie Underwood’s New Album Expected to Have Darker Songs
Carrie Underwood is nearing completion of her new, yet-to-be-titled fourth album (due out in 2012), and she says the songs she’s chosen were influenced by time spent in studio with Tony Bennett, Steven Tyler and Brad Paisley. The 28-year-old also tells Entertainment Weekly that the album’s songs will include darker storylines.
New Tim McGraw Song ‘The One That Got Away’ Released to iTunes
The new Tim McGraw album isn’t expected to be in stores or at iTunes until Jan. 24, but fans can now buy four of the 12 cuts from ‘Emotional Traffic‘ online, including the just released song ‘The One That Got Away.’
Scotty McCreery’s ‘Clear as Day’ Goes Platinum
It was only a matter of when, not if, Scotty McCreery‘s debut album would be certified platinum for one million copies sold. Last night, his Nashville record label made it official.
Rascal Flatts, Tim Tebow’s Favorite Band, Perform National Anthem Before Denver Broncos Win
Rascal Flatts have a fan in Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow, and after a thrilling overtime win against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, their relationship may grow deeper. The trio gave a brilliant performance of the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ prior to the game at Mile High Stadium. Could Gary, Jay and Jo Don be Tebow’s good luck charm?
Taylor Swift Offered Role in ‘Les Miserables’ Movie
Taylor Swift has beaten Hollywood stars like Lea Michele and Scarlett Johansson for the role of Eponine in the film adaptation of ‘Les Miserables.’ According to Twitch, director Tom Hooper also auditioned Evan Rachel Wood for the pivotal roll in the legendary musical, but it’s the 22-year-old country star who’s received the offer.
Tim McGraw’s ‘Right Back Atcha Babe’ Released on iTunes
Tim McGraw‘s old record label is letting the songs from the embattled ‘Emotional Traffic’ album trickle out one at a time. Just weeks ago, ‘Better Than I Used to Be‘ was released as a single within hours of a judge’s decision to separate the parties. Now, the song ‘Right Back Atcha Babe’ is available on iTunes.
Sunny Sweeney Celebrates Recent Marriage With New Tattoo
Sunny Sweeney will never forget her wedding anniversary. The ‘Drink Myself Single’ singer has just inked the date on her bicep. “My new “11″ tattoo,” she tweeted yesterday, showing off the still healing, shiny new ‘XI’ (the Roman numeral for 11).
Kellie Pickler Performs New Song ‘Unlock That Honky Tonk’
Kellie Pickler is sharing new music with her fans and giving them a chance to download the title track if they pre-order ’100 Proof’ on iTunes. The singer has also released video of an acoustic performance of ‘Unlock That Honky Tonk,’ a banjo-driven, bluesy country tune that shows her fiery side.
Taylor Swift’s Photoshopped CoverGirl Ad Gets Pulled
Procter and Gamble have pulled print advertisements featuring Taylor Swift wearing CoverGirl NatureLuxe Mousse Mascara, but it’s not because of anything the 22-year-old country beauty did or didn’t do. The images were “enhanced in post production,” meaning they were Photoshopped to expand upon the makeup’s effect. That’s a no-no, according to the Council of Business Bureau Claims.
Carrie Underwood Finished Recording New Album
Carrie Underwood will spend the holiday break with family, friends and her new album. A report from her fan club forum reveals that the singer has finished recording vocals for the still untitled fourth album, and she’ll be listening to the finished cuts over Christmas.
State of Indiana Settles With Sugarland Stage Collapse Victims
The state of Indiana has settled with 63 of the 65 victims from August’s stage collapse before a Sugarland show at the Indiana State Fair. KRTV in Indianapolis reports that of the $5 million available for compensation, all but $2,000 has been claimed.