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Luke Bryan Sets Release Date for Fourth Studio Album

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:58:40 +0000

Luke Bryan is on a hot streak. His third album, 'Tailgates & Tanlines,' has been certified Double Platinum, and the most recent of his Spring Break series, 'Spring Break ... Here to Party' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 in March. The budding superstar will continue that streak when he releases his fourth studio album later this year.

First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 05:15:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Top 5 Most Influential Country Stars of 2013 (So Far) — #3: Luke Bryan

Rob Banks — Thu, 09 May 2013 01:21:27 +0000

Luke Bryan.

The man has been the biggest rising star in country music. He could walk in after not sleeping for days and after getting beat up, and he could make an arena full of girls still scream at the top of their lungs.

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.

Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan and More Turn Up for Kentucky Derby Galas – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 06 May 2013 05:22:39 +0000

The Kentucky Derby is this weekend and country stars like Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan, among others, were on hand at the Friday night (May 3) galas. Lambert, looking lovely in a peachy-pink strapless dress and intricate hat, attended and performed at the Barnstable-Brown gala, as did Kid Rock. Bryan performed at the Unbridled Eve [...]

Peyton Manning Crashes Luke Bryan Concert — And Sings! [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Wed, 01 May 2013 05:29:33 +0000

This past Saturday, the annual Indianapolis Children’s Hospital gala event was supposed to be headlined by Luke Bryan. But, the reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year got interrupted by Peyton Manning, who stole the show. The duo sang “Folsom Prison Blues” by Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings’ ”Luckenbach Texas”. Folsom Prison Blues”Read more at: http://nesn.com/2013/04/peyton-manning-sings-johnny-cash-waylon-jennings-songs-with-country-star-luke-bryan-video/ [...]

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.

Luke Bryan Buys Jason Aldean a New Ride

Megan Pacella — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:00:03 +0000

Nobody is quite as good at gift-giving as your best friend. And it’s obvious that Luke Bryan is one of Jason Aldean‘s closest pals, because over the weekend Bryan surprised his buddy with a 1976 Bronco. It’s hard to say how Bryan managed to find Aldean’s dream car — but he pulled it off. On [...]

Luke Bryan Was Thinking of Siblings That Died During Win

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:15:59 +0000

Budding superstar Luke Bryan couldn't have been more surprised when he won Entertainer of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards on Sunday night (April 7). The stunned singer cried as he took to the podium to accept the honor. He says they were tears of both happiness and sorrow, as he was thinking of his late brother and sister.

Luke Bryan, 'Crash My Party' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:00:50 +0000

Luke Bryan's new song 'Crash My Party' would fit well on his last album 'Tailgates and Tanlines.' The ballad is a continuation of themes introduced with 'I Don't Want This Night to End' and 'Drunk on You,' two No. 1 hits for the ACM Entertainer of the Year. At first listen, it's difficult to become excited about a song that's so familiar.

Hottest Country Wives

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:00:48 +0000

Country heartthrobs like Luke Bryan and Jake Owen may not be the best looking members of their own family. Beauty finds beauty it seems, and this list of country music's hottest wives is confirmation. You already know what superstar spouses like Faith Hill and Miranda Lambert look like. These ladies are the lesser-known better halves of country music's top singers.

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.

Top 5 Viral Moments From the 2013 ACM Awards

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 08:30:36 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards produced some predictable and unpredictable moments on Sunday night. Luke Bryan won Entertainer of the Year, which few would have bet on in Las Vegas if gambling on awards shows was something people did. Miranda Lambert's wins were more expected, but equally deserving. 'Over You' is among the best songs of the last 15 years, and she and husband Blake Shelton are worthy of the honors.

Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan + Hunter Hayes Join Stevie Wonder to Close Out 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:30:49 +0000

Stevie Wonder closed out the ACM Awards with his classic soul hit ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,’ turning the end of the 2013 red carpet show into a celebratory country party. Although it was strange to have a non-country artist wrap up the evening, it was definitely awesome. Plus, Wonder was joined by country music [...]

Stars Take Us Behind the Scenes at 2013 ACM Awards [PICTURES]

Rob Banks — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:36:14 +0000

Dierks Bentley reminds us that even at these star-studded events, the stars too are just normal people. “I am first a country music FAN. 2nd, I am an artist”. He got to meet someone he grew up listening to last night, Garth Brooks, for the first time. It was a great night, and the stars [...]

Luke Bryan Cries as He Wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2013 ACMs

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:50:38 +0000

In a surprise upset, Luke Bryan took home the coveted Entertainer of the Year award at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday night (April 7) -- beating out more established stars like Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton and Taylor Swift.

Luke Bryan Stops Hosting 2013 ACMs to Perform 'Crash My Party'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:13:00 +0000

First-time ACMs host Luke Bryan took a break from his gig cracking jokes at co-host Blake Shelton's expense in order to perform his new single 'Crash My Party' during Sunday's 2013 ACM Awards broadcast. It was almost like he crashed his own party, since he was emceeing. The producers certainly got their money's worth, since both Bryan and Shelter both pulled double duty as hosts and performers.

Blake Shelton Opens 2013 ACMs With 'Boys 'Round Here' and a Little Help From His Friends

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:27:49 +0000

Blake Shelton opened the 2013 ACM Awards on Sunday night (April 7) with his new single ‘Boys ‘Round Here’ — and he was joined by a few of his famous friends for a killer live performance. These kinds of awards show guest-fests aren’t always ideal musically, as there are typically too many people on stage [...]

Country Stars Keep Us Updated During ACM Awards Pre-Show

Rob Banks — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 21:53:59 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards are coming up in just over two hours! Your favorite country stars have been down in Vegas this week, playing shows gearing up for the big show, and they've been keeping us updated by the minute as they get ready to hit the red carpet!

Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan Might Pull a Janet Jackson at the ACMs

Christina Vinson — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 14:10:17 +0000

With country's two comedians preparing to co-host the 2013 ACM Awards, anything could happen. Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan have said before that they have ideas about what to do during the show, and they've just revealed that there may be an element of...surprise during the show.