Keith Urban offered his musical tribute to George Jones, who passed away today (April 26) at the age of 81. While seated at and playing a white piano, Urban sang a few bars of Jones' 'He Stopped Loving Her Today,' which is largely regarded as one of the most important country songs ever.
More troubles for Billy Currington. The singer, who had a rough week as the result of being charged with making terroristic threats and abusing an elderly person, has been dumped as the pre-race entertainment at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Tennessee State Representative Andy Holt has said he's on the same side as country star Carrie Underwood, but he has stated that he will not back down from his earlier heated comments, which advised the 'Blown Away' singer to stick with singing instead of lawmaking. Underwood expressed her disapproval of the Livestock Cruelty Prevention Act, known as the Ag-Gag Bill.
While everyone is preparing to be "blown away" by Carrie Underwood's role as Maria von Trapp in the upcoming live television broadcast of 'Sound of Music,' she is making sure it's clear that she's not trying to take the place of the iconic Julie Andrews. Instead, she's going to put her own spin on it.
If you are going to break down in the middle of a desert while on tour, the best place to do so is near a casino, right? Well, that's just what happened to Florida Georgia Line, who were, well, cruising on the road when their bus conked out, leaving them stranded.
Actor Ashton Kutcher has caused another ruckus at a country music event. Last year, he incited the ire of Miranda Lambert at the 2012 ACM Awards by showing up to present her with an award in exaggerated and somewhat hokey cowboy attire while singing a line from a George Strait song. On top of that, the actor was involved in a scuffle with security at Stagecoach, a country festival held in Indio, Calif., on Saturday (April 27).
Earlier this week, somebody hacked the AP's Twitter account and posted a tweet saying that there were explosions in the White House and President Obama had been injured. The account was quickly suspended, and the situation dealt with.
Country singer Kree Harrison is not only one of the strongest contestants on this season of 'American Idol,' she's also one of the most likeable, with a winning personality that shines through during each performance. However the 22-year-old has weathered her share of sorrow to get where she is now, staying strong with the support of her family after losing both of her parents before she was out of her teens.
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.
4 weeks ago Sometimes the best measure of a person's talents can be seen in the admiration of their peers.
4 weeks ago His first number one hit came in 1959 with White Lightning, and he's known as "The Possum". George Jones has passed away this morning at 81 years old.
Jason Aldean and his wife Jessica Ussery have reportedly separated, less than one year after the singer was caught kissing Charlotte Bobcats dancer and former 'American Idol' singer Brittany Kerr. Ussery didn't attend the ACM Awards in Las Vegas earlier this month. Sources indicate the split may have happened as early as January.
