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Oklahoma's Country Stars Send Messages to Those Hit by Moore Tornado

Billy Dukes — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:00:11 +0000

Monday's (May 20) devastating tornado in Moore, Okla. touched the hearts of country music's biggest stars, and more than a few were left worrying about friends and family they knew in the area. The state is home to some of the biggest names in country music -- Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Vince Gill and Blake Shelton are just a few who have roots there, with one superstar having grown up in Moore.

Country Artists Drop in at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards – Pictures

Amanda Hensel — Mon, 20 May 2013 02:24:08 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Awards, which aired live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday night (May 19), brought out the biggest singing stars from all genres — including country. Shania Twain, the Band Perry, Taylor Swift, Florida Georgia Line and more were in attendance to represent the genre by [...]

Ronnie Dunn's Country This: The Reality of Radio Station Playlists

Ronnie Dunn — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:50:06 +0000

Ronnie Dunn is a country music legend with as many awards under his belt as road miles. Twice a month he'll provide his thoughts on country music, the music industry, or life as he sees it in a feature called Ronnie Dunn's Country This, exclusively on Taste of Country.

Natalie Maines: Country Music 'Burned My Ears'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:00:29 +0000

Dixie Chicks lead singer Natalie Maines recently released her first rock solo album, 'Mother.' In a new interview to promote the disc, she reveals that she's more at home in that genre than she ever was in country.

Country Prom Pictures: See What Top Nashville Singers Wore for Their Big Night

Billy Dukes — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:00:30 +0000

More than one country star made daring decisions on their prom night, but few made a bold country statements with their gowns or suits. You'll find no boots, hats or excessive rhinestones in this list of country prom pictures. Instead, you'll see a little leg, a few low-cut dresses and plenty of smiles as stars young and not-so-young reveal how they spent that magical high school moment.

Cher's Mom, Georgia Holt, Releases a Country Album

Christina Vinson — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:00:31 +0000

It’s never too late to pursue your passions, even if you’re 86 years old. Georgia Holt — mother of Cher, the iconic Goddess of Pop — has decided to go country, even as she approaches her ninth decade of life. Holt is incredibly inspiring, as she just released ‘Honky Tonk Woman’ on Tuesday (April 30). [...]

Lady Antebellum Remain Loyal to Country Music

Christina Vinson — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:25:56 +0000

There are several artists who have crossed the lines between country music and pop -- superstar Taylor Swift is one of the first to come to mind. There are other musicians, such as Kelly Clarkson or iconic singer/songwriter Jewel, who have jumped from pop music into success on country radio. With trio Lady Antebellum's raw talent and infectious albums, it would be easy for them to walk away from country music. But they're committed to staying country.

Top 40 Country Songs – May 2013

Billy Dukes — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:30:31 +0000

George Jones cracks this Top 40 Country Songs of May 2013 list after his late April death propelled his song 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' into the Top 20 on digital sales charts. The hit -- arguably the greatest of all time -- also found a new home on country radio, especially on stations that had focused mostly on new up and comers. The newbies still dominate this list, with the top spots going to three of the biggest stars of the last decade.

George Jones Dead at 81: Country Stars React

Megan Pacella — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:44:43 +0000

Country music artists and fans are reeling from the news that George Jones, arguably one of the greatest country singers of all time, died on Friday April 26. Born September 12, 1931, Jones is considered one of the most important and influential singers in the history of American popular music, and Nashville's biggest stars are taking the news hard.

Fertilizer Plant Explodes Near Waco, Texas: Country Artists Share Thoughts, Prayers

Amanda Hensel — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 04:22:04 +0000

The town of West, Texas — 20 miles north of Waco — was shaken by devastation Wednesday night (April 17) when a massive explosion occurred at a fertilizer plant around 7:50PM local time. CNN reported early that dozens were injured and at least two confirmed dead, but city emergency management system director Dr. George Smith says [...]