Country Music News

(Undated) -- Darius Rucker says that for him there are only two seasons. He tells ESPN there's, quote, "football season and waiting for football season." As a consequence, the singer notes that while he's looking forward to the big game on Sunday, quote, "it's going to be a big letdown for me around 10:00 p.

The Statler Brothers are getting a special bluegrass salute. The duo Dailey and Vincent are putting their own spin on the veteran country group's music with the new CD "Dailey and Vincent Sing The Statler Brothers.

Phil Vassar says he's recognizing more and more just how precious life really is. He tells CMT.com, quote, "Take what's going on in Haiti. Life's so fragile. It can just be blown out like a candle in an instant.

Darius Rucker isn't rushing through his next country album. He tells Billboard.com he's recorded several songs for his sophomore disc, but, quote, "I don't think the record's really taken shape yet..

Carrie Underwood is pleased with the video for her latest single, "Temporary Home." The singer says she likes how the clip reflects the song's message without parroting it. Underwood notes that in general she doesn't think videos should follow a song's lyrics word-for-word.

Steel Magnolia's Meghan Linsey and Joshua Scott Jones are thrilled to be nominated for an Academy of Country Music Award. The performers are in the running for Top New Vocal Duo, facing Bomshel and Joey Rory for the honor.

Miranda Lambert seems to have a fan in Jamie Foxx. She met up with the actor and singer at his GRAMMY after-party Sunday night. Upon her arrival, Foxx introduced her by rapping some lyrics from her chart-topping hit, "White Liar," and saying, quote, "Everybody, Miranda Lambert's in the house!" They spoke at the party, and Foxx let Lambert know he'd be interested in writing some songs with her.

T Bone Burnett continues to get attention for his work on the film "Crazy Heart." His song "The Weary Kind (Theme from Crazy Heart)," which he penned with Ryan Bingham, is among the Oscar nominees. The track is in the running for Best Original Song, competing for the honor with...Read More.

John Rich is taking his politics on the road. The singer is prepping for his "Taking Our Country Back" tour. He says the trek which should appeal to those who feel disenfranchised. So far, two dates are confirmed for Rich's "Taking Our Country Back" tour.

Tim McGraw definitely has a Super Bowl preference this year. The Louisiana native says he's been a New Orleans Saints fan his whole life, and he's thrilled the team is finally vying for the NFL championship.