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2013 CMT Music Awards Nominees Announced

Billy Dukes — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:57:45 +0000

The 2013 CMT Music Awards nominees have been announced, and two of country music's hottest men -- Luke Bryan and Eric Church -- lead the way with four nominations each. Miranda Lambert also tallied four nods, three as a solo artist and one as part of all-female trio Pistol Annies.

Jason Aldean Insists He and Eric Church Aren't Outlaws

Christina Vinson — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:49:31 +0000

Jason Aldean and Eric Church may appear to be two of country music’s biggest rebels, with their rambunctious attitudes and rocking songs. Turns out they’re really just two guys who are trying to have a whole lot of fun. Although the two singers performed at Keith Urban‘s We’re All for the Hall Benefit Concert, which was themed [...]

New 'Chief' In Town — Eric Church Wins Album Of The Year [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 05:00:31 +0000

Tonight was a big night for Eric Church. Church took home Album of the Year for ‘Chief’, beating out Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Luke Bryan and Little Big Town. He’s becoming country music elite with his “outlaw” style, which, also found him singing on ACM Vocal Event of the Year with Jason Aldean and Luke [...]

Eric Church Tells His Favorite George Strait Memory [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:03:21 +0000

George Strait is trying to make his latest hit his 60th number 1 song before he hits 60 years old, and lots of country stars are trying to help him get there. Eric Church is one of those guys. In his song “Love Your Love The Most,” he even sings that, Any song sung by [...]

Taylor Swift and Eric Church Make Unexpected Appearance on College Hockey Goalie's Mask

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:00:04 +0000

If it seems like Taylor Swift and Eric Church are everywhere you look these days, you ain't seen nothin' yet. The two ubiquitous entertainers are not only all over the radio, internet and television, now they're also making their way into the sports world -- sort of. Brody Hoffman, a goalie for the University of Vermont, has placed images of both country singers on either side of his mask, as seen above.

Eric Church Keeps It Simple in 'Like Jesus Does' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 20:45:43 +0000

Eric Church's video for 'Like Jesus Does' is one of the most simple and spare videos in recent memory. But what it lacks in visuals it makes up for in its heft. It's just Church, without his signature aviator shades, seated in front of a microphone, strumming away at his guitar. He's wearing a skull cap, but we can still see his eyes. It's a stark, black and white video, and the camera pans in tight.

Top Country Love Songs [VIDEO]

Josh — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:33:05 +0000

Here’s a little list of love songs to keep handy on this Valentine’s Day. You can call it “My Top Country Love Song” list, but there are toooo many to really put into a serious list. Trying to stay current, this list does not include classics like “Stand By Your Man”, “I Will Always Love [...]

Eric Church Announces Release Date for First Live Album, 'Caught in the Act'

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 20:08:35 +0000

Eric Church has been ‘Caught in the Act’ of releasing his first-ever live collection, due out April 9. Following a whirlwind 2012, the ‘Like Jesus Does’ singer pledged to step away from the spotlight this year. “I’m going to be out of the spotlight next year, really,” says Church. “I want to see if I [...]

Eric Church's Next Single — "Like Jesus Does" [VIDEO/AUDIO]

Josh — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:45:24 +0000

If I’m Eric Church or his marketing team, I’m saying “Why stop now?.” Let’s release more singles from the album Chief, to radio! And why not? That album is solid country gold! The latest gem to soon hit radio airwaves is “Like Jesus Does” and believe me people, you will not be disappointed. In fact, [...]

WYRK's 12 Days of a Country Christmas, Day 11 — Win an Autographed Eric Church Guitar

Wendy Lynn — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 05:00:10 +0000

Eric Church has had a phenomenal year. He won the the CMA Award for best album (Chief) in November. He also starred at our Taste of Country concert and was kind enough to sign this beautiful guitar that you could win today.

Jason Aldean (Featuring Luke Bryan and Eric Church), 'The Only Way I Know' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 23:00:38 +0000

Jason Aldean's new single 'The Only Way I Know' weaves from the same spool as his biggest hits. Themes of hard work, loyalty and small town values have been at the core of hits like 'Fly Over States,' 'Tattoos on This Town,' and most recently, 'Take a Little Ride,' even if you need to look beyond the cutie in the passenger seat to find them. On the new single from 'Night Train,' Aldean's message is more direct. but no less effective.

WYRK Exclusive Interview: Eric Church at CMA Week [AUDIO]

Clay Moden — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 09:31:51 +0000

Jeremy is our on-site reporter for CMA week in Nashville. He was able to catch up with Eric Church in an exclusive interview about Country Music’s Biggest Night.Eric is up for a few awards tonight (November 1), including Male Vocalist of the Year. I think he should take home at least the award for Album of the [...]

Eric Church on 2012 CMA Awards Nominations: 'It's Strange for Me'

Billy Dukes — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 04:01:19 +0000

Eric Church heads into the 2012 CMA Awards with five nominations, including Male Vocalist of the Year. While he's excited -- and would be appreciative of any honor he can take back to his band -- the 'Creepin'' singer tells Taste of Country Nights host Jeremy Robinson awards are not what drives him. In fact, he finds the fast turn-around from one year ago a little bizarre.

Eric Church, Darius Rucker + More Share Their Plans for Halloween 2012

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 23:00:29 +0000

This Wednesday — October 31 — we celebrate the Halloween holiday nationwide. And some of country’s hottest stars are especially excited for the day, as they’ll get to relive their own childhoods through the eyes of their children. Eric Church and his wife, Katherine, get to have their first ‘real’ Halloween with their son, Boone, [...]

Eric Church Unveils His New Video For 'Creepin" [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 23:16:36 +0000

Eric Church has big hopes for his follow up to his most recent number one hit "Springsteen". Recently he sat down to talk to Rolling Stone about his recent success and to premiere the video for his new song, "Creepin'". Check it out right here...

The 5 Biggest Slow Country Wedding Songs This Summer

Brett Alan — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 02:58:18 +0000

Need help picking a first dance for your fall wedding? Being a DJ, I get to see a lot of weddings. I'm at a new one every weekend. So I get to see a lot of the country songs that are being requested, not only on the air, but also when people are at parties and want to dance. The 5 biggest I've seen this summer are:

John La Mond's Noon Tunes Hot Pick Of The Week: "Creepin' by Eric Church [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 14:00:34 +0000

If there is one performer in country music who is poised to become the next big superstar, it is Eric Church. People who have seen his shows will tell you the same thing. He possesses that certain “star magic” that draws you in and hooks you. There are many singers out there who don’t have [...]

Brantley Gilbert Dishes on the Big Gift He Got From Tourmate Eric Church

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 09:30:39 +0000

Though it’s a customary tradition to exchange parting gifts at the end of a successful tour, newcomer Brantley Gilbert learned firsthand after the first leg the Blood, Sweat and Beers Tour wrapped earlier this year that Eric Church goes above and beyond with presents.

WYRK Taste of Country Sets Several Records

Dale Mussen — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 16:06:15 +0000

You already knew the 2012 WYRK Taste of Country set a record for attendance, but no doubt about it, this year’s show will go down as our longest one in history. And that record is likely to stand for a long time. Beginning at 6:45 PM on Friday, June 1st and concluding at 11:15 PM [...]

Eric Church Rocks Darien Lake [PHOTOS]

Wendy Lynn — Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:07:31 +0000

Last night, WYRK Taste Of Country ticketholders got what they waited for: Eric Church. The show was awesome and full of energy -- and the weather was perfect.