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CMT Music Awards 2012 Hosts

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Toby Keith and Kristen Bell Host 2012 CMT Music Awards. Well, it looks like Toby Keith has been tapped for host of the 2012 CMT Music Awards! That makes complete and total sense, especially with the wild popularity of his crowd favorite “Red Solo Cup” still going strong! What makes less sense is his co-host, Kristen Bell. Bell is a talented and funny actress…but she has no connection to country music…what so ever. So, not entirely sure how she was chosen. “Toby Keith and Kristen Bell are a terrific one-two knockout punch for the 2012 CMT Music Awards…Toby has been involved with our show every year since its inception and Kristen is as entertaining and witty as any young actor working today. We’re thrilled to have them both as hosts for this year’s show.” -John Hamlin, SVP, Music Events and Talent, CMT So, that statement isn’t super helpful in trying to figure out the reasoning behind their choices, but figured I’d give it to you anyway. I’m not too worried though. The show already has a pretty great performance line-up, and no doubt Keith will do what he can to keep things good and country. This is a fan voted show, and the voting is open NOW…through June 4th. You can vote online at CMT.com, and you can get fancy on your mobile device and vote with CMT Mobile or the CMT Insider app available on iPhone, iPad and Android. The five finalists for Video of the Year will be announced at the beginning of the show and you will be able to vote at CMT.com, CMT mobile, on the CMT Insider app and via text message throughout the live telecast (ET/CT only) to determine winner. The 2012 CMT Music Awards will air LIVE simultaneously on CMT stations and online, Wednesday June 6th at 8/7c!

Carrie Underwood On Dateline

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Carrie Underwood Featured On Upcoming Dateline Special Report! It seemed for a few minutes there that things were starting to get a little quiet for Carrie Underwood, but with the release of her new, already successful, album, Blown Away, and a new tour Underwood is hitting the scene full force yet again (and of course, blowing us all away in the process!). We reported last week that she would be front and center on Oprah’s Next Chapter, and now she is stepping into the interview chair again, this time for Dateline! Carrie will be featured on the Tuesday, May 22nd episode of the news show which also marks its 20th anniversary! Underwood will be sitting down with anchor, Hoda Kotb to discuss the events of the past seven years since her remarkable American Idol win and subsequent launch into super stardom. Set your DVR for 9pm on NBC for yet another peak into what has to be the hectic life of a country superstar!

Miranda Lambert On The Cover Of Self Magazine

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Miranda Lambert Graces The Cover Of Self Magazine! Miranda Lambert is on the cover of the June edition of Self Magazine! The country singer tells about her fitness and health routine and admits that she is no size 0. She tells the magazine that she is happiest with herself when she is a “toned, not flabby size 8!” Lambert who has been known to call herself a “beer drinkin’, hell raisin’, deer killin’, chicken fried steak eatin’ chick” tells the magazine that she won’t give up the things she loves to be stick-thin. Be sure and get your copy of the magazine and read all about our East Texas superstar!

Kenny Chesney On The Cover Of Men’s Health Magazine

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Kenny Chesney Graces The Cover Of The June Men’s Health Magazine. Kenny Chesney will be on the cover of June’s edition of Men’s Health magazine. Inside he shares his year-round training plan for getting through the 2-hour concerts on tour this summer for his new album, Welcome To The Fishbowl. “You think you are sprinting on this treadmill. When I’m up there it’s like I’m at a constant sprint on level 15. But the thing you have onstage that you don’t have in the gym is adrenaline.” -Chesney Check Out The Cover of Men’s Health! Chesney was also named the fittest man in country last summer by Men’s Health. “It’s a big misconception that all I do is sing and write songs and sit on the beach. It’s really not true.”-Chesney You can read the full story on Chesney online! You can also learn how he keeps in shape by reading about hisworkout routine! *Photo Credit (for interior shot featured above): Ture Lillegraven*

Salute The Troops Red Carpet Parade

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Country Music Fans Invited To Help Welcome Home Soldiers At Red Carpet Event! Most red carpet arrivals feature tuxes, sequined gowns and world-famous celebrities. The red carpet leading to the Grand Ole Opry House next Tuesday is set to feature soldiers’ uniforms and American heroes. Country music fans from Nashville and across the country are invited to say “thank you” to the men and women of the U.S. military during a red carpet arrival of members of the Tennessee National Guard at the Tuesday Night Opry May 22. The public is invited to be a part of the arrival and celebration at 6:00 pm. The evening’s Opry performances – a salute to the military featuring John Conlee, Ronnie Milsap, Montgomery Gentry, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Mark Wills and more – beings at 7:00 pm. “We are excited about welcoming country superstars to our stage and our country’s heroes to our House Tuesday night. We’re just as pleased to give country fans an opportunity to show their appreciation to our men and women in uniform as they arrive at the Opry House.” – Pete Fisher, Opry House Vice President and General Manager Clips from the red carpet arrival and performances from the night will air as the premiere 90-minute episode of “Noteworthy at the Opry” on GAC Saturday, May 26 at 9:00 pm ET.

Rodney Atkins He’s Mine Video

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The Official Music Video For Rodney Atkins’ “He’s Mine.” Rodney Atkins’ latest single, “He’s Mine” has been a hit with the fathers and sons of the country music world. The song can be found on his fourth studio album, Take A Back Road and is the follow up to “Take A Back Road.” First I want to say that I am a fan of the song. It’s one of those that you find yourself singing along to in the car and then have it stuck in your head for a few hours. But…I have to say one thing about it that i find odd. Although I’m glad that this is a song about having pride in your son, I find it weird that there isn’t a line somewhere that says “Yeah he’s mine and I’m gonna’ take him to the back and whip him.” It’s not that I condone child abuse or anything like that, but come on…the kid was caught “shootin’ beer bottles” AND “smokin’.” Plus the kid was disrespectful by not even speaking to the old man…I’m just saying. Either way I do like the song and the video is great too! Watch it here now! He’s Mine – Rodney Atkins – Rodney Atkins Videos

Happy Birthday George Strait

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Wishing King George A Very Special Birthday! Today, May 18, is the one and only George Strait’s birthday! It is hard to beleive that this country music superstar is 60 years old today! He has achieved a lot of things in his life, career and personal, and we hope that he keeps doing what he’s been doing for many years to come! Here is a look back at Strait’s younger days with his classic hit “Amarillo By Morning.” I’d say he’s still looking good! HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Thank you for wearing your Wranglers the way you do and standing behind the mic, playing your guitar and bobbing your head along while you sing!

Kris Kristofferson Donates Concerts

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Kris Kristofferson Donates 6 Concerts In Celebration Of The United Farm Workers 50th Anniversary. In celebration of its 50th Anniversary, the United Farm Workers (UFW) announce Kris Kristofferson & Friends Concert Series June 15-June 22 in cities across California. The concert series will join singer-songwriter Kris Kristofferson with renowned Latin artists in the various markets to raise money in advancing the work of the UFW. Joining Kristofferson in donating their respective performances are: Los Lobos, Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano, Mariachi Divas, Nydia Rojas with Trio Ellas, and Los Tex-Maniacs featuring Mingo Saldivar. Concert series tickets are on sale now through each venue’s box office. A select number of VIP Artist’s Circle seats will be available. The Artist Circle seats include premium seating within the first eight rows, a limited edition commemorative concert poster, and a meet and greet opportunity with Kris Kristofferson & Friends after the show. The concert series is produced by LatinPointe and Road Work Entertainment and is sponsored by Southwest Airlines. The California Concert Series scheduled concert stops include: Friday, June 15 – San Diego, Spreckels Theatre Saturday, June 16 – Fresno, Warnors Center for the Performing Arts Monday, June 18 – Stockton, The Bob Hope Theatre Tuesday, June 19 – Bakersfield, The Fox Theatre Thursday, June 21 – Oxnard, Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center Friday, June 22 – San Jose, San Jose Civic

Thomas Rhett Something To Do With My Hands Video

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Thomas Rhett’s Official Music Video For “Something To Do With My Hands!” Thomas Rhett’s “Something To Do With My Hands” is quite the catchy tune if I say so myself. It’s upbeat and he has a pretty distinctive voice that adds that certain bit of charm that draws people in. At first glance one might think he was a younger Eric Church (with his dark hair and hat), but no, he is an up-and-comer ready to prove himself! Following in his father’s (Rhett Akins) songwriting footsteps, he had a song on Jason Aldean’s album My Kinda Party, “I Ain’t Ready To Quit.” The video is one of the cutest things I’ve seen in a while. Trying to impress a group of girls, he seems to fall flat until he pulls out his golden ticket, his ability to perform! I suggest you watch the video now!

Corey Smith Added to Country Throwdown

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Country Throwdown Adds Corey Smith To Line-up and Additional Dates! The much anticipated Country Throwdown Tour is just hours away from its kick-off on Friday, May 18th in Gulfport, MS, and it has just recently been announced that Corey Smith has been added to the already packed line-up! The tour will be stopping in 20 cities all over the nation, and previously announced performers include headliner Gary Allan, Justin Moore (select dates: 5/18-5/27), Rodney Atkins (select dates: 6/1-7/1), Josh Thompson, Sunny Sweeney, Eric Paslay, Maggie Rose, and Florida Georgia Line. Like Moore and Atkins, Corey will only be playing select dates as well including May 19, 20, 26 & 27! Who’s ready to throwdown?!