Garth Brooks

McEntire's old hat as an awards show host, so first-timer Brooks just had to ask for some words of wisdom.

Dolly Parton is ready to make Garth Brooks' first time special ... his first time hosting the ACM Awards, that is.

The former friends turned bitter enemies.

A trio of country music panelists chose 15 possible candidates for the title, and eliminated each one at a time until just one artist remained.

His fans are clamoring for a duet.

Carrie Underwood? Kenny Chesney? Garth Brooks? George Strait? Which artist puts on the best concert?

How does the massively successful album stack up?

'Garth Brooks' debuted on April 12, 1989.

The two country stars are joining forces for the 58th annual Academy of Country Music Awards this May.

It's Brooks' first time ever hosting any major country music awards show.