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Toby Keith Back in the Swing of Things Following Gall Bladder Surgery
Toby Keith‘s highly-successful Live in Overdrive Tour hasn’t lost any steam, despite the fact that the outing’s headlining act underwent an invasive surgery just two weeks ago to remove his gall bladder. Keith resumed his demanding road schedule just days after his brief hiatus, proving that his focused work ethic is matched only by his intense need to satisfy his massive fanbase.
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Randy Travis’ 911 Call Hits the Web
The 911 call made to Texas dispatchers after a passerby found an unclothed Randy Travis on the side of the road has surfaced on the internet. It’s the latest development in the scandal surrounding the troubled country music superstar, who was arrested late Tuesday night (August 7).
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Jason Aldean Asks Fans to ‘Take a Little Ride’ Behind-the-Scenes of New Video
Jason Aldean is revving up for the premiere of his music video for ‘Take a Little Ride’ by offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the clip, which will make its official debut on Friday.
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Zac Brown Tries His Hand at ‘Midget Bowling’
It’s rather common to hear about a country music singer’s aspirations to become a professional athlete — but it’s incredibly uncommon to hear about a singer perfecting their ‘midget bowling’ skills, which which was the pastime of choice for Zac Brown while at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota recently.
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Rascal Flatts Offer Sneak Peek of ‘Come Wake Me Up’ Video
Are you anxious for Rascal Flatts‘ new music video for ‘Come Wake Me Up’? Well, the wait isn’t quite over, but to tide us over, the guys have delivered an intimate look at production of the video, which was filmed on-location in Nashville last month.
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‘American Idol’ Producer: ‘Country Is America’
It seems more and more likely that a country superstar will join Mariah Carey on the revamped ‘American Idol’ panel of celebrity judges. According to the Hollywood Reporter, show producers could possibly have their eye on the country music genre — although it’s anyone’s guess as to who will ultimately be offered the coveted position.
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Brantley Gilbert Dishes on the Big Gift He Got From Tourmate Eric Church
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.
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Kenny Chesney Added to 2012 Farm Aid Festival Lineup
Kenny Chesney has been confirmed for this year’s annual Farm Aid concert, with the superstar performer joining an already star-studded lineup — including co-founder Willie Nelson — for the popular benefit event.
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Trace Adkins Lends a Hand to the Homeless
Despite his family’s personal struggle in rebuilding their lives following a horrific house fire (which claimed all of their personal belongings), Trace Adkins is reaching out to those less fortunate, teaming up with the Urban Ministry Center and the Maxwell House Community Project for the Drops of Good program. The former ‘Celebrity Apprentice’ contestant stopped Charlotte, N.C. yesterday (July 24) to kick off the first community center renovation, which will benefit the local homeless community.
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Jennifer Nettles’ Protege J Rome Wins Season One of ‘Duets’
Jennifer Nettles’ and Kelly Clarkson‘s opening performance of the Eurythmic’s classic ‘Would I Lie to You’ during tonight’s episode of ‘Duets’ was a rather fitting pairing — considering the season finale was a battle of the blonds, with the two leading ladies’ teams accounting for the final three contestants. Despite Clarkson’s impressive showing with Jason Farol and Team Jennifer’s consistency with John Glosson through the entire season, clear frontrunner J Rome was named the best amateur in all of America, taking home a coveted recording contract with Hollywood Records.