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Academy of Country Music Honors George Jones With Heartfelt Tribute Video

Megan Pacella — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:00:36 +0000

In honor of George Jones‘ illustrious country music career, the Academy of Country Music put together a short reel of the Possum’s best moments at the ACM Awards. The clip honors Jones’ ACM wins and most memorable performances from the 1970s and 1980s. Perhaps the most touching moment of the two-minute collection comes when Jones [...]

Tim McGraw and Friends Get Together for 'Superstar Summer Night' – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 05:01:17 +0000

Tim McGraw is a popular man. For his upcoming special 'Superstar Summer Night' -- which taped on April 8, the day after the ACM Awards -- he celebrated by performing with a host of friends from all genres, including his beloved country pals and a bunch of pop stars.

Faith Hill, Florida Georgia Line + More Added to Tim McGraw's 'Superstar Summer Night'

Christina Vinson — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:00:42 +0000

Tim McGraw's 'Superstar Summer Night' special will certainly be an evening full of superstars, as more performers have been added, including McGraw's lovely wife, Faith Hill, and Florida Georgia Line.

Justin Moore Has Words For Ashton Kutcher

Rob Banks — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 00:01:31 +0000

Ashton Kutcher appeared Academy of Country Music Awards this past Sunday. Kutcher came out to present an award in old fashioned country attire, cowboy hat and did a rendition of George Strait ‘I Cross Your Heart’. It didn’t Justin Moore long to share his opinion on Twitter. “Seen Ashton kutcher at the acms tonight. What a [...]

Academy of Country Music Awards Winners List!

Josh — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:00:15 +0000

Last night the Academy of Country Music Awards was held in Las Vegas. Taylor Swift came away with the most coveted award of the night....Entertainer of the Year. Swift was up against some big names too.... Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley and Blake Shelton. Needless to say, she whooped 'dem boys a$$e$! Here is a list of the rest of the night's winners.....

Taylor Swift ACM Date Too Sick To Attend

Dale Mussen — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 16:17:33 +0000

Sad to hear that Taylor Swift’s date to Sunday night’s ACM Awards show in Las Vegas is too sick to attend. Taylor invited New Jersey teenager Kevin McGuire to be her date to the show when she had to turn down his invitation to be his date to his high school prom. Kevin was diagnosed [...]

Chris Young Welcomes Spring With A Party [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:00:50 +0000

Chris Young just did what not too many Country artists have ever been able to do. He just scored his fifth #1 hit in a row with “You”. He was extremely surprised with “You” going #1 because the song had more of an R & B feel rather than a country feel. He explains what [...]

Mary Chapin Carpenter Is Today's Feature Artist On Wide Open Country

John La Mond — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:00:40 +0000

Mary Chapin Carpenter first came on the country scene in the late 1980′s. She was a staple on country radio throughout the 1990′s. She won five Grammy awards and has sold over 12 million records. She was also the only artist to win four consecutive Grammy Awards for female country vocalist from 1992 through [...]

Taylor Swift & Her Cat Talk ACM Voting [VIDEO]

Josh — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:03:43 +0000

Here is Taylor Swift and her cat Meredith asking fans to vote for her as Entertainer of the Year at this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards. I guess if you want it that bad….you go for it. Enjoy……

Congrats To Our Dream Trip Winner!

Wendy Lynn — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:22:46 +0000

Country 106.5 WYRK nominated for ACM station of the year and we sent one of you on a dream trip of a lifetime to Las Vegas! Congrats goes out to Sharon Osborne! She is off to sin city for the Academy of Country Music Awards Sunday April 1st. With tickets to the all Star Jam and [...]

Girls' Night Out Review

Dale Mussen — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 19:04:33 +0000

What a great tribute to some of the greatest female singers in the history of country music. The Academy of Country Music Girls’ Night Out on CBS Friday night honored Reba McEntire, Jennifer Nettles, Carrie Underwood, the Judds, Martina McBride, Miranda Lambert and Loretta Lynn. No female vocal duo ever won the ACM’s Vocal Duo [...]

What Makes Miranda Lambert Cry [Video]

Brett Alan — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 03:25:32 +0000

Miranda Lambert is just one of the huge acts on the upcoming “Girls Night Out: Superstar Women of Country Music” special that is coming up on Friday April 22nd on CBS. In a backstage interview with the star, she admitted that parts of the show almost made her cry.

Clay And Dale's ACM Prediction

Clay Moden — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:48:55 +0000

Here are our thoughts on the top 5 categories for this weekend’s Academy Of Country Music Awards. Our Picks: Single of the Year Dale – The House That Built Me – Miranda Lambert Clay – Love Like Crazy – Lee Brice Album of the Year Dale – Need You Now – Lady Antebellum Clay – [...]

Clay And Dale Speak With The Band Perry!

Clay Moden — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:16:05 +0000

Dale and I had a chance to speak to The Band Perry! Did you know they are Sabres fans?? Well…sort of.Listen for it here: It seems as though The Band Perry has become fans of Western New York as well!Here is a look back at some of their moments here. The Band Perry

Rihanna Crossing Over At The ACMs

Brett Alan — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 02:27:53 +0000

I’m a guy who really truly does have a great respect for all genres of music. I like at least something from just about every type of music you can imagine. But whatever happened to awards shows showcasing the type of music that the awards represent? The Academy of Country Music has its awards show [...]

Blake Shelton "Endorses" Steel Magnolia-(kinda)

Clay Moden — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:45:57 +0000

When you are up for a big award like an ACM, it is good to have the co-host in your corner. Check out this video of Blake Shelton”endorsing” Steel Magnolia!Pretty sure this is how the ACM show is gonna go when Blake co-hosts this year with Reba on Sunday April 3rd.