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Trace Adkins (Feat. Colbie Caillat), 'Watch the World End' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:00:42 +0000

There’s an intentional darkness that lingers over Trace Adkins‘ new single ‘Watch the World End,’ a duet with pop singer Colbie Caillat. It’s an effective love song that also succeeds in painting a vivid picture of the apocalypse. The ballad is both heartwarming and terrifying. Tempo, arrangement and performance all add to the details Adkins [...]

Is Trace Adkins' Music Career Almost Over?

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 19:00:14 +0000

Trace Adkins seems like he's on a hot streak, but to hear him tell the tale, he feels like his career could be over at any time. In a candid new interview, the country star and recent 'Celebrity Apprentice' winner expresses doubts about getting radio airplay for his new album, 'Love Will.'

Trace Adkins Accidentally Recorded an Album of Love Songs

Billy Dukes — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:00:26 +0000

‘Love Will …’ is the new collection of love songs from Trace Adkins. It’s a project that makes complete sense, as few men in country music can match the singer’s romantic baritone. Adkins says he didn’t intend to make the project he ended up with, however. The album was finished last August, but the singer [...]

Trace Adkins Wins 'All-Star Celebrity Apprentice'

Christina Vinson — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:00:56 +0000

Trace Adkins‘ return to ‘Celebrity Apprentice All-Stars’ paid off in a huge way, as he was “hired” by host/executive producer Donald Trump in Sunday night’s heated competition against fellow finalist, Penn Jillette, winning the show. The singer, who wanted to win ‘Apprentice’ for the Red Cross after the loss of his house in a devastating fire, certainly [...]

Trace Adkins Takes Over NYC's Hard Rock Cafe for Sounds of Summer Show – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 19 May 2013 02:08:55 +0000

Trace Adkins was the king of the world -- or at least of NYC -- on Wednesday, May 15. The country superstar, last seen with a busted foot, performed at Manhattan's famed Hard Rock Cafe as part of a special engagement for SiriusXM listeners, members of the Red Cross and the USO. The performance was part of the Sounds of Summer programming.

Trace Adkins to Star in Western Film 'The Virginian'

Christina Vinson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:00:21 +0000

Trace Adkins is turning into a regular old Hollywood cowboy, with his role on NBC’s hit show ‘Celebrity Apprentice,’ previous acting gigs in ‘The Lincoln Lawyer’ and ‘Wyatt Earp’s Revenge,’ and now a lead role in a Western movie called ‘The Virginian.’ According to The Boot, Adkins was extremely surprised at the casting news. “I told the director, [...]

Trace Adkins Breaks Foot, Shares Photo

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 16:15:19 +0000

We didn’t think that Trace Adkins‘ bones were breakable. The rough-and-tumble country singer, who is releasing ‘Love Will…’ on May 14, broke his foot and shared a photo of the bruised and battered extremity. It looks like it hurts…a lot. Adkins, a true roughneck, posted the image and captioned it: “This is gross. Broke my [...]

Trace Adkins' New Album 'Love Will' Coming This Spring

Christina Vinson — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:06:01 +0000

Trace Adkins is will surprise everyone with his newest studio album, ‘Love Will,’ which is set to be released this spring. While it has a seemingly love-driven title, it may not be full of romantic, sappy songs, as the title suggests. In fact, the 51-year-old singer cautions against that expectation. “Hold on one second! This is [...]

Trace Adkins Jokes, Threatens in 'Celebrity Apprentice' Teaser

Megan Pacella — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 16:00:10 +0000

Trace Adkins is ready to take a second shot at 'Celebrity Apprentice' and has joined the cast of the upcoming season of 'All-Star Celebrity Apprentice.' The new season opens on March 3, but until then, Adkins fans have a fun teaser video to tide them over. The singer doesn't mince words about what viewers can expect.

Trace Adkins Responds to Those Upset by His Confederate Flag Earpiece

Billy Dukes — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 16:00:27 +0000

Trace Adkins upset some viewers during his performance of ‘We Three Kings’ and ‘The Christmas Song’ at the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting Wednesday night, which was broadcast nationwide on NBC. The actual performance was stirring and elegant, however, Adkins’ Confederate flag earpiece is what people have been talking about since. Adkins responded to the blowback [...]