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The Band Perry and Kacey Musgraves to Perform on Billboard Music Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 22:49:04 +0000

The Billboard Music Awards just got a little more country. Superstar sibling trio the Band Perry and fast-rising star Kacey Musgraves have been added to the roster of performers for the show, which airs on May 19.

Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean + Luke Bryan Lead 2013 Billboard Music Award Country Finalists

Billy Dukes — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:13:31 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Award nominations have been revealed and Taylor Swift shares the lead as a finalist in 11 categories for the May 19 awards show. The 'Red' album-maker is up for a host of country awards, but also all-genre honors like Top Female Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album ('Red') and the night's big prize, Top Artist.

Taylor Swift, the Band Perry Nominated for Billboard Milestone Award

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:57:47 +0000

Taylor Swift and the Band Perry are among the artists nominated for the 2013 Billboard Milestone award. The newly-announced multi-genre award will be handed out at the Billboard Music Awards in May. The Milestone award will go to “an innovative artist that achieved a notable chart milestone over the past year,” according to Billboard. The [...]

Taylor Swift to Perform at 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Christina Vinson — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 12:00:43 +0000

With Taylor Swift‘s popularity only growing stronger, it’s no surprise that the ’22′ hitmaker will be performing at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards with music’s hottest acts. Swift will join the flamboyant and ever-entertaining Prince, along with Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars and Miguel. Sounds like there will be lots of excitement at this year’s awards show, [...]

Your Taylor Swift Update!!!

Josh — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 10:44:31 +0000

It goes without saying, Taylor Swift is probably the biggest act that country music has. So, it makes sense that we give you a "wrap-up" of what's going on in the mega-star's life!! Here we go....Taylor is being recognized for her behavior once again. Swift finds herself atop the national League of Junior Cotillions' list of the "10 Best- Mannered People of 2012." Others on

America Loves This Video/Song…….You Just Might Too! [VIDEO] [Possibly NSFW]

Josh — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 08:51:03 +0000

This song/dance/video is taking the world by storm. According to Billboard's Hot 100, the song sits at #2, not far behind Maroon 5's "One More Night." ( which I have to say is a cool song, the beat and melody is "tight"......and yes, I do have Maroon 5's new CD). I have to admit, I'm a little lame.....I heard about this song and brushed it off as if it wasn't worthy of a listen. So, today I decided to YouTube it, and I loved it. The beat is hot, the words are hard to make out (LOL), but it's fun and catchy. The dancing kid at the beginning...ROCKS! Check it out....

Zac Brown Band's 'Uncaged' Album Debuts at No. 1

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 10:30:35 +0000

Zac Brown Band‘s third studio album, ‘Uncaged,’ just hit stores on July 10, and this week, it tops Billboard’s all-genre Top 200 albums chart. ‘Uncaged’ tallied up 234,000 copies sold — a good deal more than the 220K industry sources predicted, according to Billboard. With their latest album topping the charts, the Georgia-based band now [...]

Top 5 Albums Of The Week

Wendy Lynn — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:21:55 +0000

If you are looking to add to your album/CD/iTunes collection, here are Billboard's Top 5 country albums of the week that will certainly enhance your collection and listening experience. Topping the charts this week is Lionel Richie's "Tuskegee", which is basically a duets album of all of Lionel's hits. I have a copy of the disc and I really enjoy the whole thing. I'm sure you will too. One of my favorite tracks is "Hello" with Jennifer Nettles. In at #2 is......

Top Country Albums Of The Week

Josh — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:04:32 +0000

Here are the Top 5 Country Albums according to the latest Billboard charts. Holding the #1 spot is Lady Antebellum with Own The Night. In at #2 is Luke Bryan with Tailgates & Tanlines. Jason Aldean's My Kinda Party is #3. Number 4 is....

Top 5 Country Albums This Week!

Josh — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 09:49:55 +0000

Here are the Top 5 Country Albums according to Billboard’s charts. Holding the #1 spot is Lady Antebellum with “Own the Night.” Jumping to the #2 spot is Luke Bryan with “Tailgates & Tanlines.” Sliding to #3, and still on the charts, …. Jason Aldean’s “My Kinda Party.” Dierks Bentley’s “Home “ is #4 and [...]

Top Country Albums This Week!

Josh — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 10:22:39 +0000

Here are the Top 5 Country Albums according to Billboard’s charts. Holding the #1 spot this week is the trio Lady Antebellum with “Own The Night.” In at #2 this week is Jason Aldean’s “My Kinda Party.” Click here for #3 through #5….. #3- The Band Perry- “The Band Perry” #4- Luke Bryan- “Tanlines & [...]

Top Country Albums This Week

Josh — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:05:08 +0000

Here are the Top 5 Country Albums according to the Billboard charts for this week. Coming in at #1 is Dierks Bentley with “Home.” Holding the #2 spot this week is Jason Aldean’s “My Kinda Party.” In at #3 is….. Lady Antebellum with “Own The Night”. #4- Luke Bryan’s Tailgates & Tanlines #5- Tim McGraw’s [...]

Top Albums In Country Music!

Josh — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:17:43 +0000

According to Billboard’s Country Album chart for this week, Toby Keith’s “Clancy’s Tavern” holds the top spot! Coming in at #2 this week is……. Lady Antebellum with“Own The Night.” #3- Luke Bryan- “Tailgates & Tanlines” #4- The Band Perry- self titled #5- Jason Aldean- “My Kinda Party” (Dial-Global)

10 Best-Selling Artists Of All Time

Josh — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:06:07 +0000

Billboard and the Nielsen Company have compiled a list of the Top 10 Best-Selling Artists of All Time. The list includes a mix of artists from all genres including country music, which has filled 4 of the slots. The list is based on top sales from the past 20 years! Here is the full list...

This Week's Top 5 Country Albums

Brett Alan — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 04:02:16 +0000

It’s the first week of 2012 and the numbers are in already. Which country album is at the top of the Billboard Country Albums Chart? Here are the top 5… 1. Own The Night — Lady Antebellum 2. My Kinda Party — Jason Aldean 3. Clear As Day — Scotty McCreery 4. Tailgates And Tanlines [...]

Taylor Swift Tops Billboard Year-End Charts

Billy Dukes — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:18:25 +0000

Taylor Swift is the top country artist of the year, according Billboard magazine. The annual lists of year-end charts were just revealed, and Swift leads in many country categories, including album sales, downloads and tour revenue. She also ranks amongst the most played country artists of 2011.

Billboard's Top 10 Country Aritsts Of The Year/Albums Of The Year

Josh — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 09:44:02 +0000

Billboard has named Taylor Swift as the "Top Country Artist of 2011." Is it a surprise to you? Not to me! Taylor Swift is one of the biggest crossover artists country music has and she is a huge reason for why the genre is so popular right now. Taylor's songs have been at the top of the charts and her "Speak Now" tour was off the hook (from what I hear), with all of the guest appearances. Coming in 2nd to Taylor on Billboard's Top 10 Country Artist of 2011 list.....

Top 5 Country Albums This Week

Josh — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:40:00 +0000

The Billboard Country Albums Chart is out again as it usually is weekly…Duuhhh!!! This week moving into the #1 slot is the trio……………. Lady Antebellum. Their album “Own The Night” beat out Scotty McCreery’s “Clear As Day.” Coming in at #3- Taylor Swift- Speak Now World Tour Live CD/DVD #4- Jason Aldean (still in the [...]

Country Quickie: The 411 on McGraw's New Album, Another Award For Swift & More….

Josh — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:20:24 +0000

If you haven't heard by now Tim McGraw has split ways with his old label Curb Records. It was a long, drawn out messy split, but it finally happened. McGraw had been "sitting" on his latest album because of the issues between the artist and the company, but now it is ready for release. Tim McGraw's Latest project "Emotional Traffic" will hit stores on......

Country Album Charts

Josh — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:41:11 +0000

Here are the Top 5 country music albums according to Billboard charts. Believe it or not…Scotty McCreery holds the #1 spot with his debut album “Clear As Day.” #2- Lady Antebellum “Own The Night” #3- Miranda Lambert “Four The Record” #4- Luke Bryan “Tailgates & Tanlines” #5- Jason Aldean “My Kinda [...]