Toby Keith Makes Several TV Appearances This Week. Toby Keith will be on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno tonight, November 12. The show will air at 10:35pm CT on NBC. Keith will also be making two TV appearances tomorrow, November 13. The first will be on CBS’ The Talk at 1:00pm CT. The second will be on The Late Show with Craig Ferguson at 11:35pm CT, also on CBS. Watch his appearances and get your copy of his brand new album, Hope On The Rocks!
The Official Music Video For Faith Hill’s “American Heart.” Faith Hill has released the official music video for her current single, “American Heart.” She previously released a lyric video for the song and performed it on the CMA’s on November 1. I wasn’t the biggest fan of the song before and her performance didn’t help my opinions. That night on stage at the CMA’s she added a “God Bless America” to the end of the song and I was hoping it was a one time thing. It was kind of awkward and it didn’t really fit. Unfortunately she has added those 3 words, plus some, to the official music video. All that aside the video is pretty sweet! There are some cute kids at the beginning and the little boy with the big hair has got the moves! Watch the video below and tell us what you think!
Jimmy Wayne Interview About His Book, Paper Angels. Thanksgiving is just around the corner and Christmas is close behind! This time of the year is one of my favorites for many reasons. It is a time filled with family, friends and love. I find that many, not all but many, have a spark in their hearts around this time. People get the bug of thinking of others and not just themselves. I recently read a book that embodies that sentiment in more ways than one. Paper Angels by Jimmy Wayne and Travis Thrasher is a book that has the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program at its’ epicenter. I had the opportunity to talk to Jimmy about the book and I learned a lot! Many of Jimmy’s beliefs and the things he stands for come from his personal life experiences. You might call Paper Angels partly-fictional, in that it’s a made up story, but the characters have been influenced by real life people. “I never wanted to right a fiction, I’ve always been a nonfiction kind of guy,” Jimmy said. “I wanted it to be real things I experienced. I couldn’t steer far from the truth, that’s just the way I am.” Thomas, one of the main characters in the book is strongly based upon Jimmy’s sister. Thomas looked out for his younger sister, Sara, just like Patricia looked out for Jimmy. “She was a kid going on grown,” Jimmy said of Patricia who still looks out for him while be a mother to children of her own. There are bullies in this story (Vic) and there are kind people (Carlos), both of whom Jimmy dealt with growing up. This book takes you on an emotional, year-long journey with two families dealing with struggles that happen every day. As soon as you think you know what will happen next, you are thrown by an unexpected act of kindness. The ending might throw some people, but Jimmy is fine with that because that’s how life is. So the question is, will there be a second part to Paper Angels? Jimmy said that there is a possibility! I’m sure many are happy to know, Jimmy has not given up on his music career. With the help of Pat Alger, the two have wrote an entire album and are planning and shopping the record around to people in the industry. “I want to put it out, but it has to be done with the right people,” Jimmy said. We can all respect that! We will just have to wait patiently for Jimmy’s next release. Whether it is a new book or album, we’ll be ready! Until then, Jimmy is continuing to be an advocate for at risk youth and the foster care system. I suggest you pick up a copy of Paper Angels, it will be one you will want to re-read each holiday season! For more information on the Salvation Army and their services click HERE.
Your One Stop for 2013 Country Music Tour Details! In the past couple months there have been a lot of exciting tour announcements for the 2013 concert season from some of our favorite country music artists! From George Strait‘s final tour to Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley‘s co-tour there is a whole lot to look forward to in the next year. To help all ya’ll out, we’re gonna keep it all straight for you right here with links to all the details you need! We’ll be adding in the artists and links as more tours are announced, so be sure to check back with us often. If what you’re lookin’ for isn’t listed below try visiting this post’s sponsor CountryMusicOnTour.com! George Strait “The Cowboy Rides Away 2013-2014 Tour“ Rascal Flatts “2013 Changed Tour“ Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley “2013 Locked and Reloaded Tour“ Jason Aldean “2013 Night Train Tour“ Luke Bryan “2013 Dirt Road Diaries Tour“ Kenny Chesney “No Shoes Nation 2013 Tour“ Taylor Swift “2013 Red Tour“ Eric Church “Blood, Sweat & Beers Tour 2013 Dates“ Keith Urban “2013 North American Tour“ Carrie Underwood “Blown Away Tour 2013 Extended Dates“ Tim McGraw “2013 Two Lanes of Freedom Tour“ Blake Shelton “2013 Ten Times Crazier Tour“ Scotty McCreery “2013 Weekend Road Trip Tour“ Justin Moore: “Outlaws Like Me 2013 Tour”. Brad Paisley: “Beat This Summer 2013 Tour.” Darius Rucker: “True Believers 2013 Tour.” Rascal Flatts: “Live & Loud 2013 Summer Tour.” Quick Question: Who are you most excited about seeing live? Comment below and let us know!
Watch Dustin Lynch’s Sexy New Video for She Cranks My Tractor. Whoa, after watching this video, I need a second to process what I just witnessed. Dustin Lynch‘s new vid for single “She Cranks My Tractor” plays a little like a pin-up calendar come to life. You’ve got an impossibly thin, tall and gorgeous woman holding welding equipment while wearing only a crop top, daisy dukes and leopard print heels. Its definitely sexy, but I think its probably going appeal more to male viewers than female viewers. Watch if for yourself below. Watch Dustin Lynch’s “She Cranks My Tractor” Video! Be sure to read my review of Dustin’s debut album.
Drink Recipes Inspired By Country Music Lyrics, This Is Your Shot of Country: Blake Shelton Honey Bee! What goes better with Country Music than a good drink? Not much! So, we’re goin’ straight to the source and bringing you recipes inspired by our favorite country music lyrics. So, grab a glass and get ready! This week, we’re inspired by our new CMA Entertainer of the Year, Blake Shelton, and his sweet hit “Honey Bee“! Watch the video below to check in with HaleighT, and get the recipe! Try it out for yourself and share your thoughts by commenting below OR finding us on FACEBOOK or TWITTER! Cheers ya’ll! Shot of Country: Blake Shelton Honey Bee! [youtube:www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NVvruJKc_k]
While Waiting for This Year’s Special, Watch the 2011 CMA Country Christmas! Last weekend, Jennifer Nettles along with country music artists and fans, filled up the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN to tape the 2012 CMA Country Christmas! We are suuuuper excited about this annual television special, but it doesn’t air until the end of December. So, we dug up a copy of last year’s CMA Country Christmas, so you can relive the 2011 Christmas magic in anticipation of the 2012 Christmas magic!! Even though its only the first week on November, I had a lot of fun re-watching the special, and I’m already in the holiday spirit!!! Are you? Watch: The 2011 CMA Country Christmas! The 2012 CMA Country Christmas will air Thursday, December 20 from 9:00-11:00 p.m., ET on ABC.
Jake Owen Sells Out Two Texas Shows! Jake Owen is unstoppable right now, and Texas fans are definitely showing their love. Jake performed to two sold out shows in San Antonio and Fort Worth. But these aren’t Jake’s only sold-out shows. He broke the CMT On Tour record for most consecutive sold-out shows! His platinum-certified hit song“Barefoot Blue Jean Night”was named ASCAP Country Music Song of the Year. He was also a presenter for the 46th Annual CMA Awards, and his latest single,“The One That Got Away,” is continuing to climb the charts. You can catch Jake on tour with Jason Aldean‘s 2013 Night Train Tour next year!
American Country Awards Announces Performers for Live Show on Dec. 10th. The 2012 American Country Awards performers list has finally been announced! Trace Adkins and Kristen Chenoweth host the show which includes a performance by just about everybody you love. You can continue to vote for your favorites through Nov. 12. And you can vote for Artist of the Year until Dec. 7th. 2012 American Country Awards List of Performers: Jason Aldean Lady Antebellum Dierks Bentley Luke Bryan Little Big Town Scotty McCreery Lauren Alaina Casey James LeAnn Rimes Lee Brice Jana Kramer Dustin Lynch Chris Young Tune in to the American Country Awards on Dec. 10th. And keep checking back with us for more info on the ACAs!
The Marshall Tucker Band Provides Donations for Hurricane Sandy Victims. The Marshall Tucker Band is collecting donations for Hurricane Sandy victims, and you can help! Starting TODAY, Nov. 8th, you can bring your donations to the southern rock group’s tour truck in Spartanburg, SC. Marshall Tucker Band lead-singer, Doug Gray, feels a personal connection to the hurricane victims. “People in that part of the country have supported The Marshall Tucker Band for over 40 years. We’ve made a lot of friends up there, have watched people’s families grow and have grown with them. So, on a personal level, I know a lot of their pain.” -Doug Gray The band will be in front of the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium from 4:30-7:30, and then they’ll depart to donate the items to victims in the Northeast. They are currently working on more donation trucks for Anderson and Chesnee, SC. They ask that you bring winter necessities such as blankets, coats, and gloves.
