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Top Tweets of June 2012
The country music went world wide in June 2012. Stars tweeted from all over, including during trips to London, Australia and from the audience of the CMT Music Awards in Nashville. They serve drinks at that awards show, which led to more than a few funny tweets. Two of those made the Top Tweets of June 2012 list.
Daily Roundup: Tim McGraw, Miranda Lambert + More
A big legal decision went against Tim McGraw this afternoon. It looks like the singer’s proceedings with Curb Records are going to take a little, or a lot, longer to sort out. Kellie Pickler also found herself with label troubles, and Miranda Lambert revealed which famous face will appear in her new video. Find all these stories, plus the No. 1 song on the Top 100 Country Songs list, in the Daily
Charlie Daniels Reacts to ‘Obamacare’ Healthcare Mandate
News that the Supreme Court upheld the national healthcare mandate — dubbed Obamacare — has angered some, delighted others and left a few country artists worried about the future of the United States. Charlie Daniels was quick to speak his mind on Twitter Thursday morning.
Daily Roundup: Brantley Gilbert, Kenny Chesney + More
The Taste of Country Most Eligible Bachelor Poll closed on Tuesday night, and a winner was crowned. Find out who is country music’s hottest single male — and which artists he topped — in the Daily Roundup below. Also, find out why Kenny Chesney is celebrating today, and see a list of the all-time best country music feuds.
Brantley Gilbert Named Country Music’s Most Eligible Bachelor
He’s 27-years-old — a Capricorn with hazel eyes and a propensity for adding “Sir” or “Ma’am” to the end of sentences. Brantley Gilbert loves his fans, his mama and a Pit bull named Alley, who he rescued from abusive owners before one of his shows in Macon, Ga. Don’t let the soft southern accent or big heart fool you, however. Gilbert isn’t a pushover. He’ll fight for his family, his friends and hi
Daily Roundup: Tim McGraw, Luke Bryan + More
New Tim McGraw music is coming! The singer announced that ‘Truck Yeah’ will be his first single from an upcoming album on Big Machine Records. You can hear him play it live in the Daily Roundup below. Also, find out why Luke Bryan is celebrating and help us decide the best debut single of 2012.
Daily Roundup: Country Stars Real Names, Kenny Chesney + More
The countdown to the Top 100 Country Songs in country music will wrap up this week, and three more legendary tracks were revealed on Monday. Find those, along with the real names of 10 country stars in today’s Daily Roundup. Also find out why one Kenny Chesney fan was thrown out of a show in the strangest story you’ll hear this week.
Wynonna Judd Explains Why Her Mom + Sister Weren’t Invited to Her Wedding
When Wynonna Judd married Cactus Moser this month, her famous mother and sister weren’t in attendance. The singer now explains that was intentional. In an interview with Us Weekly, Judd admits her relationship with Naomi and Ashley Judd is strained, and that their presence would have made her nervous.
Daily Roundup: Sara Evans, Jake Owen, Country’s Most Shocking Moments + More
Sara Evans is talking baby No. 8! That’s more than the Brady Bunch ever put together. Find the story in the Daily Roundup below to see how serious she is, or if she’s already expecting. Jake Owen is celebrating today, and we reveal the most shocking moments in country music history, along with the next three songs in the Top 100 Country Songs list.
Jennifer Nettles Lands Top Two Spots on ‘Duets’ Again
If America loves J Rome and John Glosson as much as the other three judges on ABC’s ‘Duets,’ Jennifer Nettles will be the second country singer in three months to win a major reality television singing competition. Both men made it look easy on Wednesday night, singing songs from the movies.
Daily Roundup: Wynonna Judd, Kenny Chesney + More
Wynonna Judd shared happy news today. The country singer got married to her longtime boyfriend. See the pics and read all the details in the Daily Roundup. You’ll also find our review of Kenny Chesney‘s latest album ‘Welcome to the Fishbowl,’ and help us decide the top Kenny album of all time.
Favorite Kenny Chesney Album – Readers Poll
Kenny Chesney released his 13th studio album yesterday. ‘Welcome to the Fishbowl’ features ‘Feel Like a Rock Star’ and his current hit, ‘Come Over,’ but where does it rank amongst the the famous country singer’s catalog? We want to know — which Chesney album is your favorite?
Daily Roundup: Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney, Country’s Hottest Bachelor + More
Keith Urban just finished with ‘The Voice’ in Australia, and it looks like he won’t be gone from his homeland long. The singer announced the first dates of his 2013 world tour today. That’s the lead story in today’s Roundup. But you can also find out why Kenny Chesney and Katy Perry will be performing together and help decide country music’s most eligible bachelor.
Daily Roundup: Sugarland, Kenny Chesney + More
Nobody saw this coming. Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles made a stunning announcment this morning that is sure to affect how her and Kristian Bush travel this year and beyond. Find the story at the top of today’s Daily Roundup. You’ll also find a link to preview Kenny Chesney‘s new album in it’s entirety, and learn what big honor Eric Church earned.
Favorite Father’s Day Song – Readers Poll
Happy Father’s Day to dads across the world! As usual, there’s a perfect country song for the big day, in fact here’s 10 Father’s Day songs that Dad may enjoy today. Do you prefer hits from the legends or from modern country artists? What is your all-time favorite Father’s Day song?
Josh Turner Credits Ricky Skaggs, John Anderson + God For Songs on ‘Punching Bag’
Josh Turner didn’t plan on creating his most traditional album to date. It just sort of happened. The singer recently told Taste of Country that there was no agenda when he began recording, but the men he worked with ultimately shaped his fifth studio album. And of course, the Big Man had his say.
Daily Roundup: Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert + More
Earlier this week, Carrie Underwood came out as a supporter of gay marriage. It looks like she wasn’t the first country superstar to do so. Over the past decade or longer, a number of the genres biggest names — men and women — gave a thumbs up to marriage equality. Find out who is willing to stand alongside Underwood, and listen to a new song from Miranda Lambert and RaeLynn in the Daily Roundup b
Kenny Chesney Hatless – Readers Poll
Prior to his ‘Come Over’ video, seeing Kenny Chesney without a hat on was as common as seeing Blake Shelton in a dress. We’re not saying either has never happened before, but there’s little picture evidence to prove it. However in the new, just released music video the singer proudly shows off his smooth head as a bikini-clad babe hangs on his arm. Which version of the country singer do you like b
Daily Roundup: Kenny Chesney, Blake Shelton + More
Could Blake Shelton‘s days on ‘The Voice’ be numbered? The singer says he wants to be a part of the show forever, but at the same time says he’s not real happy about the upcoming season. Find out why in the Daily Roundup. Also, watch Kenny Chesney‘s steamy video for ‘Come Over,’ and see a picture of his adorable new puppy.
Daily Roundup: Lauren Alaina, Lady Antebellum + More
Drama, drama, drama … Lauren Alaina aired her boy drama for her followers on Twitter last night, but her fans tell us she has good reason to be upset. Tempers also flared at a recent Lady Antebellum concert, and one fan left missing a digit. Really. Find both of these stories, plus reviews of albums from Edens Edge and Josh Turner, in the Daily Roundup below.