Keith Urban has released a limited amount of information about his 2010 Summer Concert Tour. While we are still waiting for more details (including the name of the tour) Keith Urban has confirmed that he will be touring this summer, as well as joining The Eagles and The Dixie Chicks for a mega-tour, much to fans’ delight. Most of his individual stops will be at festivals, fairs, and stadiums. Here are the known dates so far: Country Music Photo Gallery
Carrie Underwood crew member dies after his truck careens off an embankment. Source: www.countrymusicfever.com A truck driver working as part of Carrie Underwood’s crew for her Play On tour was killed this morning in a fatal truck accident on I-95 on the way to her show at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods in Mashantucket, CT. The driver was carrying parts of Carrie’s staging when the truck careened off of the highway and plummeted down an embankment before bursting into flames. Reports say that the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel while driving. The highway was closed off for many hours today as the wreckage was cleaned up. The show will however, go on as scheduled tonight according to a Foxwoods representative. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the truck driver, as well as Carrie and the rest of her crew.Country Music Photo Gallery
Country newcomer and Idol contestant Danny Gokey visits Wal-Mart’s Soundcheck Studio. Danny Gokey visits the set of Soundcheck to promote his new album and answers questions for his budding fan base: Watch Now!Country Music Photo Gallery
Gretchen Wilson tells fans “I Got Your Country Right Here” in her new album due in stores March 30th! Gretchen Wilson has long been known as country music’s official Redneck Woman, with an attitude almost as big as her talent. Now she’s challenging Nashville to get back to their roots, and recognize the shift from steel and soul to pop and princesses with her first album from her own label. “I Got Your Country Right Here”, produced by Gretchen Wilson herself, is due in stores March 30th, and already rumored to be her best work yet. When asked about it, Gretchen just has this to say: “This is the album of my career,” says Gretchen, whose previous three releases, Here for the Party, All Jacked Up and One of the Boys, each debuted at #1 on the country-album chart. “This album turns the page for me. I’m proud of every song on here, and I’m excited about the team we’ve put together to get this music out to the fans.” A Big thanks goes out to John Rich (of Big & Rich) and Blake Chancey for assistance in the album’s production. Here’s a taste of the album’s title track “I Got Your Country Right Here”: [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIBtzsINwqc] Country Music Photo Gallery
Alan Jackson’s Freight Train stops at the SoundCheck station! Country powerhouse Alan Jackson drives his ‘Freight Train‘ to Soundcheck! Watch Alan perform new songs from his 16th studio album, including the hit single ‘It’s Just That Way.’ Plus, Alan’s opening up to Soundcheck about the pressures of performing, and the personal new tune he wrote about his daughter leaving home.You can pick up the Freight Train album at the end of the month! Tune to SoundCheck for more!Country Music Photo Gallery
Martina McBride to join Lilith Fair 2010 Martina McBride will join Miranda Lambert, Dixie Chicks, Sugarland, and several others for the 2010 Lilith Fair. Sarah McLachlan created this female-oriented festival which will make its return in 2010. The Lilith Fair started in 1997 and ran through 1999. It will feature an array of diverse artists from Kelly Clarkson to The Go-Go’s and will hit a number of cities this summer. The official media sponsor of The Lilith Tour will be ABC.Country Music Photo Gallery
Lady Antebellum takes you behind the scenes during their appearances on The Today Show, ABC Radio, the VH1 Top 20 Countdown and The Late Show with David Letterman. And see Lady A’s excitement when they meet the creator of their favorite show. Also, be sure to check out details on how to win a flip cam from Lady A to celebrate their upcoming 100th Webisode! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UjEUdmFE0So] Country Music Photo Gallery
Jason Aldean celebrates with Music Row his latest number 1, “The Truth.” Jason Aldean‘s latest NO. 1 single,” The Truth,” co-written by Ashley Monroe was celebrated on Monday at BMI headquarters in Nashville. Arriving in his usual checkered shirt, worn-out looking jeans, and a baseball cap Aldean helped celebrate the success of Monroe’s first chart-topper.Jason first heard the demo of “The Truth” in his car, and decided immediately that he wanted to record it. “From day one,” Aldean said, “it was my favorite song on the record.” Monroe began her musical career at Dollywood Theme Park singing five times a week. After recording an album that never got released due to label changes, Monroe decided to focus on her song writing skills. Ree Guyer Buchanan’s publishing company signed Monroe at the age of 17. Monroe thanked her mother and several others for assisting her to getting to this point. “Jason, it still gives me a chill. Sometimes I forget I wrote it, and I just sing along.” Monroe said. Kudos to Jason and Ashley.Country Music Photo Gallery
Melissa Peterman’s debute stand-up comedy special to air on CMT on March 12th. Melissa Peterman: Am I the Only One? was shot near Nashville’s Music Row at the historic Belcourt Theatre . This will be a one-hour special where Peterman shares stories about working on the Reba TV series as well as interaction with the audience, and digital shorts. This comedy special is set to air during the week of CMT’s Big New Comedy Week beginning March 12th at 10p.m. ET/PT.Country Music Photo Gallery
Toby Keith is opening a new “I Love This Bar and Grill” Restaurant today at 3pm. Toby Keith’s new restaurant is located at the WinStar Casino in Thackerville, Oklahoma. The entertainment venue will house 16 HDTVs, two big screens, more than 100 pieces of Toby memorabilia, and will offer live music and dancing. There will also be on display a Toby Keith custom motorcycle and half of the Ford truck that Toby drove in the movie, “Beer For My Horses.” Southern home cooking will be the focus for the menu.Country Music Photo Gallery
