Category Archives: Television

Little Big Town DVR Alert

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Little Big Town takes over TV Tuesday! Little Big Town is scheduled to appear for the first time on CBS’ The Talk on Tuesday, March 29 before joining CONAN on TBS for a performance of their current single, “The Reason Why”. Don’t forget to either tune in or set your DVRs! We’re really looking forward to playing CONAN again as well as visiting The Talk for the first time. We’ll be singing the new single ‘The Reason Why,’” said the band’s Karen Fairchild. “It’s gonna be a great week leading up to the ACM’s. Following their performances on The Talk and CONAN, Little Big Town will join the 46th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 3 before hitting the road again on April 5 in Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Sugarland on American Idol

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Sugarland performs Stuck Like Glue on American Idol. Country duo Sugarland performs their hit song “Stuck Like Glue” on last night’s American Idol results show. On a personal note, can I just say I got misty-eyed when the judges used their one “save” of the season on my favorite contestant Casey Abrams and the first thing he did when he regained his composure was run over and hug his mamma! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjNYxfhNsxY]

The Grascals Perform on Larry’s Country Diner

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The Grascals Perform on RFD TV’s Larry’s Country Diner with Darryl Worley The popular award winning and Grammy-nominated Bluegrass group, The Grascals stopped in to play a few songs for RFD TV’s Larry’s Country Diner. The Grascals’ set included recent songs like their current single, “I Am Strong” as well as classics, and an exciting performance with special guest, platinum-selling country star, Daryl Worely on “White Lightning” featured on their latest album. “It’s always great fun. You never know what’s going to happen, and this time, Larry surprised us with classic TV footage of The Osborne Brothers’ performance of ‘Up This Hill’ on the set’s jukebox – and then we performed it ourselves …Very cool.” -Terry Eldredge, The Grascals’ co-founder on taping the episode The episode airs Satruday, March 19th 11pm ET/10pm Central, so be sure to check local listings so you don’t miss out! The Grascals’ latest album, currently on Billboards Top 10 for Bluegrass Albums, The Grascals & Friends-Country Classics with a Bluegrass Spin, is available exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store with a portion of the proceeds being donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Text COUNTRY to 22828 to be eligible for exclusive text subscriber giveaways from CountryMusicNewsBlog.com!

Country Stars Honor Former President

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McEntire, Brooks, Paisley, Underwood and Others Perform to Honor Former President George H. W. Bush In an upcoming celebration, some of Country Music’s brightest stars are set to perform including Reba McEntire, Garth Brooks,Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker and Carrie Underwood. The event will also include other stars like Sheryl Crow, and Kid Rock, with more performances to be announced later. The event has been organized by The Points of Light Institute to honor the leadership of former President George H. W. Bush in the American service movement, and to highlight the role voluntary service plays in the betterment of our families and communities nationwide. Former presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and George W. Bush are scheduled to attend as well as President Barack Obama, bringing five of America’s presidents together in the same venue for the first time since President Obama’s inauguration in 2008. The celebration will be taped live on March 21st at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington D.C., and will air Monday, March 28th on NBC. Text COUNTRY to 22828 to be eligible for exclusive text subscriber giveaways from CountryMusicNewsBlog.com!

2011 CMT Music Awards Date Set

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Country Music’s Night to Rock Date Officially Announced The 2011 CMT Music Awards, country music’s favorite fan-voted show, has officially been scheduled for June 8, live in Nashville! The show will be preceding the CMA Festival which is the happening event in Downtown Nashville June 9-12. Be sure to check back in later to catch announcements about the 2011 CMT Music Awards’ hosts, performances, venue and ticket information!

Kids Choice Awards Goes Country

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Country Artists Nominated for Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards Several country artists have been nominated for the Nickelodeon Kid’s Choice Awards 2011 and they need your vote! The Nominees Are: Jennette McCurdy for Favorite TV Sidekick Lady Antebellum for Favorite Music Group Taylor Swift for Favorite Female Singer “Mine” by Taylor Swift for Favorite Song Click here to support these country music stars and vote! Be sure to tune in live on Saturday, April 2 at 8/7c.

Blake Shelton Joins The Voice on NBC

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Blake Shelton Officially Announced as Fourth Musical Coach of The Voice on NBC Blake Shelton will be joining Christina Aguilera, Cee Lo Green and Adam Levine as the fourth musical coach for the upcoming reality show, The Voice, which will be airing on NBC. The new musical competition series, is a revision of the fan favorite talent discovery show from Holland – “The Voice of Holland“. The grand prize winner of the show will receive $100,000 as well as a record deal with a major label. Blake Shelton, along with his fellow coaches, will be helping to shape the next great American singer. “I’m not sure ‘The Voice’ knows what they signed on for by bringing me on the show. I know this for sure; Christina, Cee Lo, Adam and I are going to have a blast and I am extremely excited to be part of a show that recognizes true vocal talent.” -Blake Shelton The Voice airs Tuesday, April 26th 9pm ET, so be sure to tune in!

Rascal Flatts with Justin Bieber on ABC

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Rascal Flatts Airing Television Special on ABC Featuring Justin Bieber and Natasha Bedingfield Rascal Flatts has announced they will be featuring special guests Justin Bieber and Natasha Bedingfield on their ABC television special “Rascal Flatts: Nothing Like This Presented by JCPenney” set to air Saturday, March 12th 8pm ET. The television special will feature exclusive content including a never before seen clip and behind the scenes footage from the Flatts-Bieber collaboration video “That Should Be Me”, as well as a joint performance between Rascal Flatts and Natasha BedingField from the live taping of the special. The title of the special comes from Rascal Flatts’ most recent album, “Nothing Like This”, which debuted in November 2010. Since their musical debut in 2000, the band has become a fan favorite in the country music community while also receiving a substantial amount of notoriety from country music institutions including the CMA and ACM.

Honky Tonk TV Talks with Lady Antebellum

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Honky Tonk TV is back! In Episode 14, the team talks to Gwyneth Paltrow, Lady Antebellum and more! Episode 14 of our weekly take on everything Country. This week on Honky Tonk TV, we have Lady Antebellum, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Crystal at Daytona 500. A live performance by Larkin Poe, news from Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, One Tree Hill’s Jana Kramer, and Country Music is Love. Plus music videos from Blake Shelton, Sarah Darling and Joe Nichols. HTTV intro and background music provided by Stealing Angels (courtesy of Skyville Records)

Thompson Square to Perform on Jay Leno

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Thompson Square Performing on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno Friday, March 4th. The husband-and-wife duo, Keifer and Shawna Thompson, that is Thompson Square are set to perform this Friday, March 4th on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. The couple’s hit single “Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not” is currently #7 on the country radio charts, and has been Certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America this week. “Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not” is featured on their self-title debut album, Thompson Square. The duo have toured as the opening act for Jason Aldean, as well as performed solo. Fans have already embraced Thompson Square because of their charming and magnetic quality. Check out the “Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not” video now! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDUOcHg5ijg] Be sure to check local listings for Friday night’s The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.