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Pistol Annies Draw From Real Life, Marriage for New Album

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 25 May 2013 16:58:58 +0000

Pistol Annies have just released their second album, titled ‘Annie Up,’ and in a new interview, the critically acclaimed country music trio talk about how their real lives helped shape the music they’ve made this time around. “This album is about right now,” Miranda Lambert tells the Tennessean. “When we were doing the first record, [...]

Rob Banks' Top 25 Darius Rucker Songs: #20 — 'It Won't Be Like This For Long'

Rob Banks — Sat, 25 May 2013 15:20:33 +0000

#20: “It Won’t Be Like This For Long” “It Won’t Be Like This For Long” was only Darius Rucker’s second single into country music — and a second #1 hit for him. A crowd favorite for sure — you know he’s going to play it at our Taste Of Country come June 14! [button href="http://wyrk.com/?p=207194" [...]

Taylor Swift Shows Her Many Colors Live on Red Tour in Texas – Exclusive Pictures

Amanda Hensel — Sat, 25 May 2013 15:00:11 +0000

Taylor Swift doesn't have thick skin, she tells Taste of Country (after all, no good writer does) -- a trait only amplified during her live show, where she seems most at home. The 'Begin Again' superstar took the stage in the capital city of Austin, Texas on Tuesday night (May 21) wearing her heart on her sleeve and showing it off song by song, story by story.

Rob Banks' Top 25 Darius Rucker Songs: #21 — 'Don't Think I Don't Think About It'

Rob Banks — Fri, 24 May 2013 10:14:24 +0000

Three weeks from today is the big day! The Taste Of Country is just around the corner, and there’s only a few tickets left! There are 21 days Until the Taste Of Country, which means we’re on song #21 on our Darius Rucker Countdown. Remember, you can follow us on Twitter with the countdown and [...]

George Strait, Keith Urban + More Added as 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers

Christina Vinson — Fri, 24 May 2013 03:00:39 +0000

The 2013 CMT Music Awards will be a big night in country music, boasting a terrific lineup of fan-favorite acts, including the King himself. Recently added to the mix are George Strait, Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum, making this evening a truly entertaining country music party.

Hank Williams, Jr. Announces 2013 Summer Tour

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:54:47 +0000

The legendary Hank Williams, Jr. has announced a summer run of concert dates in support of his most recent album, ‘Old School, New Rules,’ which he released last July. The tour will kick off on June 8 in Minnesota and run through September 14, when it wraps up in Biloxi, Miss. The singer — whose [...]

Tim McGraw Empowers Fan Fighting Cancer With Heartfelt Kiss

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:00:57 +0000

Country music superstar Tim McGraw thrilled a fan who is battling cancer by acknowledging her at his concert in Burgettstown, Penn. this past Saturday night (May 18). The photo showing the singer giving Shirlene Borsos a tender kiss on the head has since become a viral internet sensation.

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Bring 'Over You' to 'The Voice' in Tribute to Oklahoma

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:00:27 +0000

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert brought their much-decorated ballad 'Over You,' which they penned together about the death of Shelton's brother, to 'The Voice' on Tuesday, performing the intimate and deeply personal song with a different purpose.

Top Country Bridal Party Songs For 2013 Weddings

Brett Alan — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:23:16 +0000

The bridal party dance is a dance that a lot of newlyweds are just skipping over these days. It's mostly because it can be so awkward. It's two people that have been paired up normally by their height dancing uncomfortably for 3-4 minutes. However, if you have a close-knit group and you want to get them out on the floor at your wedding, here are some suggestions.

It's Shuffle Your iPod Day — Brett Shares His Song List, So What's On Yours?

Brett Alan — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:36:30 +0000

Ever see someone walking down the street with headphones in and wonder what they were listening to? Honestly, I don't normally venture far from the radio, but sometimes there are songs that I have to hear right away. That's when the iPod comes in handy. So I wonder what's on your iPod or mp3 player. I'm going to show you mine.

Trace Adkins Accidentally Recorded an Album of Love Songs

Billy Dukes — Thu, 23 May 2013 11:30:26 +0000

‘Love Will …’ is the new collection of love songs from Trace Adkins. It’s a project that makes complete sense, as few men in country music can match the singer’s romantic baritone. Adkins says he didn’t intend to make the project he ended up with, however. The album was finished last August, but the singer [...]

Rob Banks' Top 25 Darius Rucker Songs: #22 — 'True Believers'

Rob Banks — Thu, 23 May 2013 06:12:24 +0000

#22: “True Believers” It’s the title track off Darius Rucker’s brand-new album that just came out this week, and you can bet your bottom dollar we’re going to hear it at this year’s Taste Of Country. Hootie (er, Rucker) sings in the chorus: We are one heartbeat in the darkness We are one lasting answered [...]

Kree Harrison, 'All Cried Out' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 23 May 2013 05:30:14 +0000

They say specificity is the soul of narrative, which would mean Kree Harrison‘s first post-’Idol’ single ‘All Cried Out’ lacks soul, or narrative. The ballad is a showcase for her vocal range and power, but it’s never made clear why the Texan is so bummed. Harrison performed the song during the final performance episode of [...]

Eric Church Is 'In the Process' for His Next Album

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:00:17 +0000

If you’ve seen Eric Church lately, you may have noticed that he’s grown his beard out a little bit more than usual. That’s not because he’s gotten lazy abut shaving — it turns out the beard is part of the musician’s process for his next album. In a press release from Capitol Records, Church says [...]

Rob Banks' Top 25 Darius Rucker Songs: #23 — 'Tucker's Town'

Rob Banks — Wed, 22 May 2013 09:05:00 +0000

Dear Darius Rucker, I would pay a lot of money to see a Hootie & the Blowfish reunion show and for this song to be played. Thank you. I can’t believe we’re so close to the Taste Of Country. Only 23 days away until LIVE country music and beer outside under the sun! It’s going [...]

Rob Banks' Top 25 Darius Rucker Songs: #24 — 'Forever Road'

Rob Banks — Wed, 22 May 2013 08:35:11 +0000

#24: “Forever Road” It’s a fast love song where the guy pledges his love for his girl. One of those songs that you have to sing along to whenever you hear it. I’ll always be beside you / Holdin’ on until this ride is through / So away we go, down that forever road There [...]

David Nail, 'Whatever She's Got' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:42:34 +0000

‘Whatever She’s Got’ represents a new sound — and new look — for David Nail. The ‘Let It Rain’ singer previously relied on a strong voice and bittersweet lyrics to work songs up the charts. The new track is pop-friendly and not nearly as deep. Toward the end, ‘Whatever She’s Got’ becomes a little boy-bandish, [...]

Brett Eldredge Wraps Red Tour Dates, Shares What He Learned From Taylor Swift

Amanda Hensel — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:30:19 +0000

For 20 minutes on Thursday night (May 16), Brett Eldredge owned the crowd that was still trickling into Houston's Toyota Center to see perhaps the biggest tour of the year -- Taylor Swift's 2013 Red Tour. It was a short set for the country newcomer, but like he did at each of the other 18 shows he played with the superstar, he maxed out every second, walking onstage armed with ammo given to him by his grandfather and Swift herself.

Dakota Bradley, 'Somethin' Like Somethin" – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 21 May 2013 06:30:52 +0000

Dakota Bradley’s debut single ‘Somethin’ Like Somethin” is a mostly charming pop-country love song that showcases the 18-year-old’s spunky personality. He doesn’t run from his Bieber-ness. Instead, he adds just enough steel guitar to keep him on the right side of the radio. This singer will appeal to a younger country audience. One glance at [...]

Actress Lucy Hale Prepares Country Album Fans Will Either Love or Hate

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:11:48 +0000

Actress Lucy Hale of ABC’s ‘Pretty Little Liars’ is about to make her foray onto the country music scene, and she knows that her first album will be polarizing — fans will either love it, or hate it. But Hale wants people to know she is as serious as a heart attack about the genre, [...]