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Steve Martin Tours 2012

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Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers 2012 Tour Dates. Well, bluegrass fans, you’re in luck! Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers will be spending some of their time in 2012 touring in various locations around the US. The Hollywood funny man collaborated with SCR on their 2011 release of Rare Bird Alert which is currently up for a Grammy Award, and they will be hitting the road to continue to support the album. With dates starting February 10th they will be performing in Boston, Reno, Santa Barbara, Boston and Kansas City with other locations to be announced soon (see a complete list and links for tickets below!). While trying to decide if you’re going to catch them on the road, watch their video for “Jubilation Day“. [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMjfw9rznrs]

Rascal Flatts New Album Release Date

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Racal Flatts Set Date For Upcoming Album! Rascal Flatts new album, Changed will release Tuesday, April 3rd! This is the follow up album to their 2010 release, Nothing Like This which produced #1 hits, “I Won’t Let Go” and Natasha Bedingfield collaboration “Easy“. The first single off of Changed is “Banjo” which recently hit country radio! Rascal Flatts is currently on their winter tour, Thaw Out 2012.

Who Is JT Hodges?

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Well, He’s Nominated For A New Artist ACM… JT Hodges is new on the country music scene, and you may or may not have heard of him so far. He recently signed with Show Dog-Universal and released a debut his debut single, “Hunt You Down“, Summer 2011. It would seem this new guy is rising fast though because he has already been nominated for a New Artist ACM! In an effort to garner those much needed fan votes, Hodges and his team have released a quirky video to get a little attention. It’s funny, but I think JT might not want to depend on acting as a back-up career. I doubt he would need it though, because his debut single definitely suggests this guys got some talent! You can hear the single and his request for your votes below. By the way, if you like what you see, you can vote here. Watch His Plea For Your Votes Below. [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjtsWhjlqlU] Check Out His Single “Hunt You Down” Here. [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8uTAFIW1RA]

Superbowl Fan Jam to Bring Carrie Underwood Crossroads

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Carrie Underwood and Steven Tyler to team up and film CMT Crossroads LIVE from the 2012 Superbowl Fan Jam! Country music sensation Carrie Underwood is teaming up with rock Idol Steven Tyler for a special broadcast of “CMT Crossroads” the night before Super Bowl XLVI. “CMT Crossroads: Steven Tyler & Carrie Underwood Live From the Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam” will air on CMT on Saturday, February 4. This isn’t the first time Underwood and Tyler have joined forces. Last year the pair opened the Academy of Country Music Awards with a special performance of Underwood’s “Undo It” and Aerosmith’s “Walk This Way.” This is the second year “CMT Crossroads” will broadcast from the Superbowl Fan Jam.

Ronnie Dunn Let The Cowboys Rock

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Ronnie Dunn’s Music Video For “Let The Cowboys Rock!” Ronnie Dunn has released his first solo single of 2012, “Let The Cowboys Rock.” This fast-paced tune is sure to create some future line-dances and all around good times! The song is a typical work hard, play harder anthem and that is something I will never argue with! If you want to see some “cowboys” at play (on horses and in the bar) then check the video out now! Or if you are just interested in the musical technicalities, well you can do that here too!

Alan Jackson So You Don’t Have To Love Me Anymore

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Alan Jackson’s Music Video For “So You Don’t Have To Love Me Anymore!” Alan Jackson recently released his new single, “So You Don’t Have To Love Me Anymore,” to radio and now we have the music video to go along with it! The single is from the forthcoming debut album from the joint venture between ACR (Alan’s Country Records) and EMI Records Nashville. This song…what to say about this song…well, IT IS AMAZING! They say the best songs are ones people can relate to and I know that there are plenty of country music listeners out there that can relate to this one. He talks about making it easier for a person to get over another, if only that happened in real life! I really think that this song is going to be another hit for Jackson! The video was directed by award-winning Steven Goldmann and shot at Coney Island in New York City. Watch it here now!!!!

Merle Haggard Hospitalized For Pneumonia

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Merle Haggard Has Been Hospitalized In Georgia For Pneumonia. Merle Haggard was hospitalized Tuesday evening in Georgia. Haggard was scheduled for a show that night, but finally took some advice and went to the hospital. Good thing! The Silver Wings singer was admitted for pneumonia and is currently in the hospital eager to get better. Haggard had some shows left this month, but with the circumstances those will be canceled. He is set to be back on the road in February, but I know I speak for many when I say GET WELL SOON!!!!!!!! The fans aren’t going anywhere and would rather Haggard be healthy!

Craig Campbell On Huckabee

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Craig Campbell To Perform On Fox News Channel’s Huckabee. Craig Campbell is set to perform his new single, “When I Get It,” on Fox News Channel’s Huckabee! This comes only a month after making his first national TV appearance. The relatable, lighthearted anthem for the common man can be heard this Sunday, January 22, at 8pm and 11pm ET on Huckabee (Fox News Channel). Craig Campbell’s latest single, “When I Get It,” co-written by Campbell with Jason Mathews and Jim McCormick, is described by Music Row as an “extremely likeable, hard-times, sing-along tune.” The inventive new music video, which was shot by director Wes Edwards in one continuous take, depicts Campbell’s belongings being repossessed by movers played by his true life band members.

Miranda Lambert Reschedules Shows Due To Death

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Miranda Lambert Has Rescheduled Shows Due To The Passing Of Her Father-In-Law. Miranda Lambert has rescheduled some shows because of the passing of her father-in-law, Dick Shelton. Mr. Shelton’s health had been an issue for the past year and he was hospitalized in early December with pneumonia. Lambert has changed the dates to three upcoming shows, Charlotte, NC (1/19), Lexington, KY (1/20) and Greensboro, NC (1/21). “Thank you to the fans for all the support and prayers. This is a really difficult time for our family and the most important thing is being together. Tell your loved ones you love them. See you next week.” -Miranda The “On Fire” tour will resume January 25, in Charlotte, NC. Rescheduled Dates: Charlotte, NC – January 25, 7:30 pm Greensboro, NC – February 19, 7:30 pm Lexington, KY – February 26, 7:30 pm

Blake Shelton’s Father’s Passing

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Blake Shelton’s Father, Dick Shelton, Has Passed Away. Blake Shelton‘s father, Dick Shelton, passed away last night (Tuesday) in Oklahoma. Mr. Shelton had been having some troubles with his health for the past year and was hospitalized early December for pneumonia. Blake made a special acceptance speech on the night of the American Country Awards, mentioning his father back home. “I appreciate your understanding during this difficult time and thank you for all your prayers. Your support means the world to me. I love you guys.” -Blake Blake left this message on his website along with the news of some show postponements. Rapid City, SD (1/19), Bismark, ND (1/20), Billings, MT (1/21) and Bozeman, MT (1/22). These four shows for the “Well Lit & Amplified Tour 2012” will be rescheduled and are listed below. The tour will go on as scheduled next week in Columbus, GA on Jan. 26. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family and friends. Bismark, ND – March 20 Rapid City, SD – March 21 Bozeman, MT – March 22 Billings, MT – March 23