Country Music News

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September 1, 2010
Joe Nichols Featured On MLB.com

Joe Nichols is putting his baseball knowledge to the test. The singer is featured on MLB.com. The video clips show the singer discussing the sport, sharing his predictions about the upcoming play-offs and World Series, and singing.
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September 1, 2010
Brad Paisley Extends Tour, Dates Run Through November

Brad Paisley will be keeping the "H2O" running a little longer. The singer has tacked on additional dates to his summer "H2O Tour," which has been extended into the fall. The new schedule includes more than a dozen dates, with four stops in Canada.
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September 1, 2010
CMA Music Fest TV Special Debuting Tonight

Blake Shelton says the CMA Music Festival really is an amazing event. He explains that it provides an opportunity for the most dedicated country music fans from all across the world to get together with like-minded people for concerts, parties, and a chance to meet their idols.
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September 1, 2010
Steel Magnolia Honored To Be Nominated For CMA Award

Steel Magnolia's Meghan Linsey and Joshua Scott Jones say they're thrilled to be in the running for a Country Music Association Award. The singers -- who took part in the nomination announcement Tuesday -- note they aren't just excited about the recognition, but also about finding their name alongside some of country music's top performers.
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September 1, 2010
Jerrod Niemann Excited, Honored, Thankful For CMA Nomination

Jerrod Niemann says he appreciates getting noticed by the Country Music Association with a nomination for this fall's event. The singer, who finally had his breakthrough with the chart-topping hit "Lover, Lover" after struggling for ten years, notes he never expected such attention.
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September 1, 2010
Chris Young Excited, Proud Of CMA Award Nomination

Chris Young says he's excited to be in the running for a Country Music Association Award. The singer learned right away that he was among the hopefuls in the upcoming event, since he participated in Tuesday's press conference to reveal some of thecategories for the 44th annual CMA Awards.
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August 31, 2010
Kid Rock's New Album Features Martina McBride, Trace Adkins, Zac Brown

Several country stars are lending Kid Rock a hand with his next release. Zac Brown, Trace Adkins, and Martina McBride are among the many guests featured on Rock's new album, "Born Free." They join an impressive list of collaborators that also includes Sheryl Crow, rapper T.
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August 31, 2010
Billy Currington Describes Recording New CD

Billy Currington says he welcomed the opportunity to work on his new CD, "Enjoy Yourself," at Jimmy Buffett's studio in Key West, Florida. The singer notes he liked the lifestyle he was able to lead while recording at the facility.
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August 31, 2010
Joe Nichols Sets Up Special Website For Fans

Joe Nichols is connecting with his fans through his latest single "The Shape I'm In." The singer has created "The Shape I'm In" website that will allow fans to create their own postcard with a message about the shape they're in and have it posted.
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August 31, 2010
Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson Accept Music Honor

Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson are sharing their gratitude for their latest honor. The country legends are this year's recipients of Leadership Music's Dale Franklin Award. CMT.com notes both stars were on hand for the ceremony, which included tributes and musical salutes.