Cory Stromblad
Faith Hill Strikes Balance Between Country and Soul on New Album
It’s been almost seven years since the Faith Hill released a studio album of original material, and the superstar admits she is as anxious as the fans to get the new music heard. Recently she talked to reporters about the upcoming project’s direction.
Sara Evans Set to Perform National Anthem During NBA Finals
Sara Evans will surely represent country music proudly performing the ‘Star Spangled Banner’ on national television Thursday night (June 14). Yesterday, the singer shared that she is scheduled to perform prior to game two of the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Miami Heat.
Blake Shelton Unhappy With Extra Season of ‘The Voice’
Blake Shelton just wrapped the second season of the wildly popular reality singing competition ‘The Voice‘ last month, but the reigning ACM and CMA Male Vocalist of the Year is already gearing up to begin production on the third season, and he’s not happy about it. Despite his season two win with teammate Jermaine Paul, Shelton says the grueling schedule — two seasons a year — may be a bit much.
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School Bans ‘God Bless the USA’ From Kindergarten Graduation, Lee Greenwood Reacts
How young is too young to sing Lee Greenwood‘s patriotic anthem ‘Proud to Be an American’? According to PS90 principal Greta Hawkins, the country classic is not “age appropriate” to be performed during the Brooklyn, N.Y. elementary school’s kindergarten graduation.
Carrie Underwood: ‘I’m a Little Schizo!’
Many strong words can be used to describe Carrie Underwood (talented and beautiful, just to name a few), but can schizo be added to the long list of adjectives? According to the singer’s recent interview with radio personality Ryan Seacrest, Underwood’s confident, focused persona may just be an illusion.
Kelly Clarkson Tackles Miranda Lambert’s ‘Mama’s Broken Heart’ on ‘Duets’
Well all know Kelly Clarkson is a country fan — and apparently her ‘Duets‘ partner, Jordan Meredith, is as well! In week three of competition, the two big-voiced singers chose to perform Miranda Lambert‘s ‘Mama’s Broken Heart,’ a fan favorite from the country singer’s latest chart-topping record, ‘Four the Record.’
Hank Williams, Jr. to Pay Tribute to Dad With Brad Paisley Duet at CMT Music Awards
With the bevy of country stars set to perform during tomorrow’s (June 6) 2012 CMT Music Awards live telecast, show producers seem rather excited about the performance from one of country music’s living legends, Hank Williams, Jr. The member of the country music’s royal family will take the stage to pay tribute to his father, Hank Williams, who was one of the most iconic artists in county music his
Toby Keith Gives a Sneak Peek at Live in Overdrive Tour Set
With only a handful of days until Toby Keith kicks off his 2012 Live in Overdrive Tour, the country superstar has served up the first glimpse of the new stage setup via his official Twitter account.
Alan Jackson Keeps it Country With ‘Thirty Miles West’
With his new studio album ‘Thirty Miles West,’ Alan Jackson returns to the forefront of country music. His label home may have changed since the release of his last project more than two years ago, but Jackson’s reputation for constructing quality country albums remains intact 15 albums into his iconic recording career.
Hank Williams, Jr. to Release ‘Old School, New Rules’ July 10
Hank Williams, Jr. has set a release date for his latest studio album, ‘Old School, New Rules.’ The new tunes — the entertainer’s first studio effort since his 2009 album ’127 Rose Avenue’ — will hit store shelves and digital retailers on July 10.