Country Music News
Guess Which TV Star Is Coming to 97.3 The Dawg’s Studios This Morning
This morning shortly after 9am here at 973thedawg.com you will be able to watch another of our "Live in the Lobby" acoustic performances by a brand new country artist.
Taylor Swift the Big Winner at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards
Taylor Swift won everything short of the Powerball jackpot Sunday night (May 19) at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards.
Carrie Underwood Pranks Hunter Hayes at His Last Blown Away Tour Show
Hot young country newcomer Hunter Hayes got the opportunity of a lifetime when he opened up for superstar Carrie Underwood on her Blown Away Tour this year. He wrapped up his dates with Underwood at a performance in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on Saturday night (May 18) -- but she wasn't going to let him get away without a proper sendoff, pulling an onstage prank that really got his goat.
Willie Nelson Helps Texas Explosion Victims
Willie Nelson presented a check for nearly $81,000 to the West Volunteer Fire Department, after a fertilizer plant explosion on April 17 near his hometown of Abbott, Texas.
Luke Bryan’s ‘Just a Sip’ Video Brings the Ultimate Spring Break Party
Nothing gets you in the spirit of summer quite like seeing thousands of college kids hanging out at the beach during Spring Break. Beaches, beer and bathing suits -- what else do you need? Nothing! That's why Luke Bryan used Spring Break footage to capture the ultimate party-time summer vibe in his new 'Just a Sip' video.
Taylor Swift Admits a ‘Cruise’ Obsession, Mourns George Jones in Billboard
One woman pop country juggernaut Taylor Swift is an unstoppable force in today's music business, not just in country, but cutting across genres. She's performing at the upcoming Billboard Music Awards, where she's also nominated, and she spoke to the publication in advance of the show to share her highs and lows of the last year.
Nascar Pulls the Plug on Billy Currington Show After Indictment
Josh Turner will perform at the 29th annual NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race on May 18 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, replacing Billy Currington, who was originally scheduled to perform.
Carrie Underwood Exibit Set for Country Music Hall of Fame
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is opening the Carrie Underwood 'Blown Away' exhibit to kick off CMA Music Fest in Nashville!
Randy Travis Sues to Stop Release of Naked Arrest Video
Randy Travis was arrested last August for a DWI, obstruction and retaliation after crashing his Trans Am, then verbally threatening the police officers who responded to the scene. The singer was naked at the time of his arrest, and now he has filed suit against the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Office of the Attorney General to prevent the release of the arrest video.
