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Carrie Underwood Press Conference Letdown

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Carrie Underwood makes a big hooplah about Olay? Carrie Underwood fans weren’t exactly thrilled with this morning’s press conference, and probably for good reason. After her obvious snub from the 2010 CMA’s, fans were expecting a new tour announcement, a new single, or even a simple statement congratulating the other nominees and wishing them the best. Heck, some even expected announcements of a baby to complete her year of family growth. Instead, they’re getting a commercial for cosmetics. That’s right, Carrie Underwood is holding a press conference to announce that she is endorsing Olay products, and will be their first “Celebrity Ambassador”. I think I will hold a press conference… in it I will announce that I prefer Folgers French Roast coffee, Subway over Quizno’s, and Dodge over Ford… Apparently commercial endorsements are the only thing press conference-worthy for Carrie this fall? Country Music Photo Gallery

Kenny Chesney Premieres Hemingway’s Whiskey

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Kenny Chesney has announced a radio premiere date for his new album, Hemingway’s Whiskey, September 28th. Kenny Chesney has certainly built up plenty of suspense and buzz around the release of his upcoming album, “Hemingway’s Whiskey” but the wait is almost over. Reports are now in that Kenny will host a radio premiere of the album on September 28th in a 90 minute special. Radio talent Bob Kingsley will be presenting the album during his Top 40 broadcast, which will be shared across 130 frequencies, including the following radio stations: WUSN/CHICAGO WXTU/PHILADELPHIA KPLX/DALLAS-FT. WORTH WUBL/ATLANTA KMPS/SEATTLE WQYK/TAMPA WKIS/MIAMI KNCI/SACRAMENTO, KWJJ/PORTLAND WDSY/PITTSBURGH WKKT/CHARLOTTE.Country Music Photo Gallery

Brooks And Dunn Are Officially Done

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Happy trails to you Brooks & Dunn. Countless blogs and country music sites are saying their fond farewells to Brooks & Dunn today in the morning-after silence of their final concert. The duo, often described as the most successful “arranged marriage” of country music took to the stage of the Ryman Auditorium last night for one last show before parting ways. Kix Brooks will embark on a cross-country radio tour, promoting the American Country Countdown, while Ronnie Dunn has yet to announce his next move. We wish both gentlemen the best of luck.

Joey+Rory Celebrate CMA Nomination

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Joey+Rory are goin’ to Disneyland! They’re celebrating their CMA Nomination for Duo of the Year with a quick trip west. Husband/wife duo Joey+Rory are flying high and it’s not only a national sweepstakes with Southwest Airlines that has them on top of the clouds. The couple learned of their CMA Duo of the Year nomination today while busily preparing for the release of Album Number Two, due out September 14th. Rory also received word that the hit song he penned “A Little More Country Than That” received Song of the Year and Single of the Year nominations. “We’re both very proud to be nominated for CMA Duo of the Year again, it’s a thrill just to have our name on the same list as the other great duos in the category,” Joey says. “Personally, I’m especially excited my husband Rory’s song is nominated in two categories…for single and song of the year. This nomination is truly a testament to not only what a great artist he is…but also what an incredible songwriter he is and has been all these years.” “I’m going to Disney World!” laughs Rory. “Actually I really am. We’re flying Southwest Airlines today with our girls for a quick trip before embarking on a working cruise with Zac Brown Band and country music fans. We will certainly celebrate the nominations on the high seas!” Country Music Photo Gallery

Taylor Swift :Behind the Scenes – Mine

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Go behind the scenes with Taylor Swift at the making of her new video, Mine. Taylor Swift‘s new video “Mine” debuts tomorrow, but you can take a sneak peek behind the scenes as Taylor discusses all the elements, excitement, and hype behind her smash single. “Mine” is the first track released off the upcoming album “Speak Now”. And here’s the full video! Taylor Swift – Mine – Full Video Taylor Swift   More CMT Music   More CMT Music Videos Country Music Photo Gallery

New Music From Shania Twain?

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Shania Twain signs new management deal with upstart firm – Could new music come next? Shania Twain has kept a pretty modest profile through her divorce and public resurfacing, but with appearances on American Idol and other shows, she’s definitely looking to reclaim some of her former glory. That being said, it’s no wonder she’s updating her management in order to get the best opportunities available in the industry. According to Country Aircheck, Shania has chosen to follow long-time publicist Jason Owen as he leaves UMG next month to start his own management firm, Sandbox Management. Shania and I have been together for over eight years in my role at UMG and to start this new journey with her is a true privilege for me,” Owen told Country Aircheck today. “We have some exciting plans in the works that will expand her worldwide career into new areas of music and entertainment, which will all be revealed very soon. Country Music Photo Gallery

Bo Bice – You Take Yourself With You

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Bo Bice releases his new video to AOL’s The Boot. American Idol success story, Bo Bice, releases the video for his newest single “You Take Yourself With You” to AOL’s The Boot this week. The chorus of the song is loosely based around something my Dad told me,” Bo tells The Boot. “My Dad would say, ‘Bo, in life, always treat people like you want to be treated, but don’t ever expect it back. Work hard every day and know that you have got to look yourself in the mirror. It doesn’t matter how far you go or how high you fly, you take yourself with you every day, and you’ve got to live with yourself. Bo will also appear on ESPN on August 23rd, performing the National Anthem for the highly anticipated Tennessee Titans vs. Arizona Cardinals football game, where the Titans will play for their fifth win in a row. Country Music Photo Gallery

Meet Brantley Gilbert

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Brantley Gilbert – The south’s best kept secret… until now! Lately the web has been all abuzz over Jason Aldean‘s newest single “My Kind of Party“, but surprisingly the buzz isn’t about Aldean! Fans throughout the southeast are making it known that the song’s writer, Brantley Gilbert, is the one we should really be watching. Trust me fans, we are! In a statement on Brantley’s site, it’s clear that he is enjoying the single’s success every bit as much as Jason Aldean is. I’m proud to see my name attached to Jason’s version and hope you guys feel the same. This is a big step for me as a songwriter and I couldn’t have asked for a better artist to perform the song. After all, he is a Georgia boy! I love how passionate you all are about this song and my music, I just want you to know that this is a good thing. Let’s show support as Jason runs “My Kinda Party” up the charts! This is a great thing for all of us, including you. Thanks again for all your support! Can I get a hell yeah?!!!! Brantley’s blend of country and rock has grabbed more than just Jason Aldean’s interest. Record label’s industry publications, and fans alike are clamoring for more from the “prodigal son” of the south. His sophomore album “Halfway to Heaven” is slowly making it’s way around the nation, and I predict, will be a sudden hit come this fall. Give Brantley Gilbert a try with “Kick it in the Sticks” off the new album “Halfway to Heaven” [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCsyA4DHwHE&feature=player_embedded] For more on Brantley, visit http://brantleygilbert.comCountry Music Photo Gallery

Lionel Richie added to All for the Hall Benefit

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Lionel Richie has been added to the All for the Hall Benefit concert line-up! Lionel Richie has confirmed he will perform in September 23rd’s All for the Hall Benefit which will raise funds for the Country Music Hall of Fame. Dozens of stars are gathering in Los Angeles, California next month to host an all-star concert to raise funds for the long-term financial needs of the museum. Other stars on this year’s bill include Taylor Swift, Emmylou Harris, and Kris Kristofferson, as well as a fourth mystery guest. Tickets go on sale this weekend!Country Music Photo Gallery

Rosanne Cash – Composed Review

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Rosanne Cash provides a personal, and engaging account of her life thus far in “Composed”. Rosanne Cash has long lived in the shadow of her father’s legacy. His notoriety within the country music and Americana circles has long been both a demon and a blessing that his eldest daughter has danced with throughout her life. But unlike the media, that is NOT what she focuses on in her auto-biography that hit store bookshelves today. In my line of work I receive dozens upon dozens of books to review each month, each telling the story of one artists’ life or another. In each I usually find a predictable formula… a chronological telling of facts as they built up to the celebrity we now know from news media, radio and movies. But in Composed: A Memoir you forget that you are reading such a tale. Instead, she has managed to write her story in such a way that you feel as if you have been allowed the rare opportunity to sneak a peek into the diary of an old friend.You find yourself relating to her experiences with her place in the family, her self-esteem, and the way individual events alter her perception of life. From beginning to its current stopping point, you are fully enveloped in her world, and as you reach the end of the book, it is abundantly clear her story is far from over.Country Music Photo Gallery