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Blake Shelton Dishes on Why Country Is Taking Over 'The Voice'

Christina Vinson — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:30:56 +0000

NBC's hit reality television show 'The Voice' has seen its share of country singers each season, but this year's fourth season has seen more cowboy boots and country twangs than ever before. Country star and show coach Blake Shelton gives the scoop on why country is taking over 'The Voice.'

Listen To The 'Boys 'Round Here' Celebrity Version Featuring Jason Aldean, Keith Urban + More! [AUDIO]

Wendy Lynn — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:47:06 +0000

How’s this for a great list of superstars joining Blake Shelton on this celeb version of “Boys ‘Round Here”? Jason Aldean Josh Turner Brad Paisley Keith Urban Ronnie Dunn Reba Luke Bryan Miranda Lambert Hank Williams Jr. Blake tweeted this out on Friday, and it’s on his website; it’s also available on iTunes now. Check [...]

Watch the Hilarious Jason Aldean, Kristen Bell Opening CMT Music Awards Skit

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 19:42:13 +0000

The opening skit of the 2013 CMT Awards was a hoot, with co-hosts Jason Aldean and Kristen Bell playing patient and psychotherapist, respectively, while prepping for the gig. She called him "Al" and it's all uphill from there -- the four-minute scene was dripping with A-list cameos and inside jokes. But if you're tried and true country, you'll get most of the references.

Absent Blake Shelton Wins CMT's 2013 Male Video of the Year Award for 'Sure Would Be Cool if You Did'

Megan Pacella — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:35:25 +0000

Not every woman gets the opportunity to present her husband with a coveted award. But at the 2013 CMT Music Awards, Miranda Lambert had that opportunity when she announced that her husband, Blake Shelton, won Male Video of the Year for his smash hit 'Sure Would Be Cool if You Did.'

Blake Shelton Rips Houston Music Critic for Dissing 'The Voice' Singer Holly Tucker

Billy Dukes — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 03:55:43 +0000

Blake Shelton was sad to see Holly Tucker eliminated on 'The Voice' on Tuesday (June 4), but he became furious after reading a tweet from a Texas music critic that the 'Boys 'Round Here' singer perceived as a slight to his team member.

Jana Kramer Will Need to Prepare Her Liver Before Tour With Blake Shelton

Christina Vinson — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 21:54:28 +0000

Jana Kramer will not only need to warm up her vocal chords for her upcoming tour with Blake Shelton (and fellow opener Easton Corbin) -- she's admitted that she'll also need to prepare her liver, as Shelton's Ten Times Crazier Tour is bound to get a little crazy.

5 Things Kelly Clarkson Should Consider Before Getting Married To Brandon Blackstock: #4 — A Prenup

Rob Banks — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:37:21 +0000

#4: Kelly, Consider A Prenup Listen, I’m not one to tell you what to do. BUT you’ve won three Grammys, four American Music Awards, 13 Billboard Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards, two MuchMusic Video Awards, one Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award, one People’s Choice Award, one Radio Music Award, six Teen Choice Awards, three TMF Awards…and…one Asia [...]

5 Things Kelly Clarkson Should Consider Before Getting Married To Brandon Blackstock: #2 — Her Dress

Rob Banks — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:32:43 +0000

#2: Kelly, Don’t Wear A Long Dress For being in show business, this one is weird. I’m actually terrified at everyone watching me walk down the aisle. That’s like the worst thing ever. – Kelly Clarkson I’m trying to protect you from embarrassing yourself while walking down the aisle. I see it now: You’re so [...]

5 Things Kelly Clarkson Should Consider Before Getting Married To Brandon Blackstock: #1 — Her Guest List

Rob Banks — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 12:31:52 +0000

#1: Kelly, Reconsider Inviting Blake Shelton Blake is not just a guest at Kelly’s wedding. No, no he’s far more. Blake’s a very, very good friend of Kelly, so he’s not only a guest but the wedding singer and officiant. Blake Shelton…officiating a wedding. Kelly, There’s a nine out of 10 chance that Shelton will [...]

Blake Shelton Comes 'Home' at 'Healing in the Heartland' With Help From Usher

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 02:17:11 +0000

There was no Team Blake or Team Usher on NBC tonight. Instead, the two 'The Voice' coaches -- currently locked in the heat of battle on their reality singing show -- closed the Blake Shelton-organized 'Healing in the Heartland' benefit for the victims of the tornado that swept through Oklahoma nine days ago with an emotionally resonant performance of Shelton's 'Home.'

'Healing in the Heartland' Benefit Raises Millions for Oklahoma Tornado Victims

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 31 May 2013 18:00:54 +0000

Blake Shelton sure has a lot to be proud of. The Oklahoma native spearheaded a concert on Wednesday night (May 29) to benefit the victims of the tornado that swept through Moore, Okla. on May 20, raising millions for the cause. According to local TV station KJRH in Tulsa, the event — aptly named ‘Healing [...]

Blake Shelton to Miranda Lambert: 'I Have Nothing to Hide From You'

Christina Vinson — Fri, 31 May 2013 07:07:08 +0000

Country power couple Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert aren't daunted in their marriage, even when the peskiest of divorce rumors surface in the tabloids. You see, the couple has an open book policy in their marriage, and that honesty leaves no room for doubt or distrust.

Blake Shelton Brings 'Boys 'Round Here' Fun to 'The Voice' Stage

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 29 May 2013 16:02:11 +0000

We'd like to say that Blake Shelton brought a healthy dose of country to the stage during the Memorial Day (May 27) episode of 'The Voice' but that wouldn't be entirely accurate, since the remainder of his Season 4 team is comprised entirely of country acts! But Shelton did show 'em all how it's done, opening the show with his latest hit 'Boys 'Round Here.'

Darius Rucker and Usher Added to Blake Shelton's 'Healing in the Heartland' Benefit Show

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 28 May 2013 20:00:13 +0000

Blake Shelton‘s friends are turning out in droves to support the ‘Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert’ that the singer has organized for his home state of Oklahoma. The town of Moore, Oklahoma was ravaged by a tornado last Monday (May 20). Fellow country singer Darius Rucker, as well as R&B crooner Usher, who sits [...]

Blake Shelton's Tornado Relief Concert To Air Live On WYRK Tonight Night!

Wendy Lynn — Tue, 28 May 2013 13:23:25 +0000

WYRK is proud to be able to bring you the Blake Shelton telethon “Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert” LIVE on air tomorrow night, May 29. The event will take place at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City and raise money for the United Way of Central Oklahoma’s May Tornadoes Relief Fund. Grammy Award-winning [...]

Blake Shelton Books Oklahoma Tornado Benefit Show With Help From a Few Friends

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 27 May 2013 22:00:06 +0000

Native Oklahoman Blake Shelton moved quickly to organize a benefit concert for his home state and the town of Moore, which was battered by a deadly tornado on Monday (May 20). A day after the devastating storm, the singer announced that he would be putting a show together and rallied the troops. A mere eight [...]

More Stars Added to Blake Shelton's Oklahoma Benefit Concert

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 27 May 2013 20:45:36 +0000

Country star Blake Shelton is rushing to the rescue of his fellow Oklahoma natives by organizing and performing at the upcoming Healing in the Heartland benefit concert, which is set to air live on Wednesday night (May 29). And now even more stars have been added to the already impressive lineup.

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.

Blake Shelton, Original Judges to Return for Season 5 of 'The Voice'

Christina Vinson — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:10:49 +0000

Blake Shelton will return to the living rooms of millions for a fifth season of NBC's popular reality singing competition, 'The Voice.' Viewers can rest assured that the comedic country crooner will be sitting back in that big red chair, offering his humor and wisdom to contestant hopefuls come fall.

Blake Shelton To Organize TV Benefit For Victims Of Oklahoma Tornado

Brett Alan — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:36:08 +0000

Blake Shelton was born in Ada, Okla. He has also become one of the biggest names in country music. Now that tragedy has struck close to home for him, he is organizing a benefit for the victims. There has never been a question about how much Blake loves his home state, and the other night [...]