Wynonna Thoughts on American Idol

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Wynonna gives advice for American Idol hopefuls. Wynonna comes from the school of thought that says if you want something bad enough, you need to work hard for it. So when asked about American Idol, she urges kids to build their talent, and their circle of support first: “A lot of these people don’t have experience and they’re not ready,” she continued. “When they’re successful, they’re like ‘Oh, crap, what do I do now?’ So they hire a bunch of people who cost them everything. So develop it now, start getting a work ethic, schedule your priorities. Focus, focus, focus on what it is you really wanna do.” read more… Excellent advice Wy!Country Music Photo Gallery

Miranda Lambert shakes TAILS to show she cares!

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Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton give a concert to build an animal shelter in Tishomingo, Okla. Miranda Lambert‘s charity event, TAILS (Texoma Animal Improved Living Society), raised $70,000 to build a shelter in Tishomingo, Okla. The money was raised at a concert with boyfriend Blake Shelton at Murray State College on Feb. 12. –read more… I gotta say every time I open a magazine, read my newsfeeds, or even turn on the TV, this girl’s out savin animals, raisin money, and givin’ back to her community. And not just writing checks and taking pictures… she’s out there putting the events together, doing interviews, giving concert, and following through to make sure that all goes smoothly. Miranda Lambert is a GREAT example of what this country SHOULD be about. Helping your neighbors and giving back to your community! Way to go Miranda!Country Music Photo Gallery

Sugarland to Spend a Month touring Europe

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Sugarland is taking a European vacation and invites only their thousands of closest fans to join them! Sugarland will be taking their first European tour through the month of March, reaching 7 countries and 11 European cities. Fellow  Mercury Nashville artist, Holly Williams, will join them for special appearances in both London and Glasgow. The tour dates are: March 6 – Army Base                Aviano, Italy March 7 – Naval Air Station              Catania, Sicily March 8 – Navy Base                Naples, Italy March 10 – Le Showcase            Paris, France March 13 – Joint For                Bressum, Netherlands March 14 –Air Force Base             Frankfurt, Germany March 16 – Shepherds Bush Empire     London, UK March 18 – ABC Theatre             Glasgow, Scotland March 20 – Waterfront Hall             Belfast, Ireland March 21 – Mount Errigal Letterkenny      Letterkenny, Ireland March 22 – Premier Hall            Thurles, IrelandCountry Music Photo Gallery

Jason Aldean Debuts Video for She’s Country

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Jason Aldean is kickin’ butt on Myspace and takin’ names on the Billboard charts! Jason Aldean loves his country girls, and now they’re showin’ that they love him right back! From the press release: Platinum-selling country rocker Jason Aldean’s latest attitude-laden hit “She’s Country” passed the 10 million mark on Myspace this week, making it the most streamed country song of any solo artist on the current Top 40 chart. Miranda Lambert’s “More Like Her” and Taylor Swift’s “White Horse” trail in second and third place respectively. Additionally, Aldean unveils a brand new music video on AOL Music’s homepage on Friday that will also go into Hot Shot rotation on CMT on Monday. Directed by Wes Edwards, the performance clip was filmed at Jan. concert dates in Peoria, IL, Evansville, IN, and LaCrosse, WI, and celebrates Aldean’s real farm girl fans from those Midwestern cities. You can catch Jason’s third studio album, “Wide Open” in stores and online April 7th. Until then, let’s enjoy those country girls with him! Country Music Photo Gallery

Rascal Flatts Break Records at Madison Square Garden

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Rascal Flatts proves they truly ARE Unstoppable! Rascal Flatts Press Release: NASHVILLE – (February 18, 2009) – Multi-platinum selling group Rascal Flatts played in New York City last week and have become the first country act to sell out Madison Square Garden three consecutive times on three consecutive tours- 2006’s “Me & My Gang Tour,” 2007’s “Still Feels Good Tour” and this year’s “Bob That Head Tour.” Nearly 45,000 fans attended the three tour stops at Madison Square Garden. The “Bob That Head Tour” will run through March 14 with Epic/Columbia Nashville’s Jessica Simpson opening. “We love the energy when we play in the Garden,” says Joe Don Rooney, lead guitarist. “There is nothing like performing for our fans in New York City! Since their career launched in 2000, Rascal Flatts has sold over 18 million albums, scored 10 #1 singles and five of their albums are multi-platinum sellers. Their new album Unstoppable is due in stores April 7. Remaining Rascal Flatts tour dates: 2-25 Boise, ID Idaho Center 2-26 Salt Lake City, UT Energy Solutions Arena 2-28 Denver, CO Pepsi Center 3-5 Memphis, TN FedEx Forum 3-6 New Orleans, LA New Orleans Arena 3-12 Phoenix, AZ Cricket Wireless Pavilion 3-13 San Diego, CA Cricket Wireless Amphitheater 3-14 Irvine, CA Verizon Wireless AmphitheaterCountry Music Photo Gallery

The Paisley Party Tour is a Sell-Out

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Brad Paisley is ready to party, and apparently so are his fans! The Paisley Party Tour continues its’ jaw-dropping ticket sales as he makes his way up to Canada, with 13 out of the first 14 tour dates completely sold out! Brad’s Canadian leg of the tour will finish out this week with final dates in dates in Winnipeg, MAN, Regina, SK, Saskatoon, SK, Edmonton, ALB and Calgary, ONT. After that you will have to catch Brad and special guests Dierks Bentley and Darius Rucker stateside. The remaining US tour dates for Brad Paisley and friends are: 2-26     Spokane, WA              Spokane Arena 2-27     Portland, OR                Rose Garden 2-28     Tacoma, WA               Tacoma Dome 3-1       Yakima, WA                Yakima Valley Sundome 3-14     Nashville, TN               Sommet Center Having a hard time finding Brad Paisley tickets?Country Music Photo Gallery

Baseball Season Is Coming and Spring Training is Here!

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Spring training has started and Major League Baseball season is almost here! I know baseball isn’t country music news, but it’s just as  big around here! I happen to live in the middle of some of the biggest MLB spring training fields in Arizona so baseball season starts real early around these parts. With that in mind, I thought I’d share some handy links for major league baseball fans…

Joey+Rory release Free Bird as their next single

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Can You Duet viewers were captivated by Joey+Rory’s unique rendition of the classic anthem “Free Bird” when they performed it acoustically on the CMT reality show last summer. Highly anticipated at the duo’s live performances, fans have already embraced this song as a part of Joey+Rory’s remarkable cross-generational appeal. The track has now been released to country radio nationwide as their next single, following the smash success of “Cheater Cheater”. Their dynamic power, and intimate chemistry has pushed Joey+Rory to the forefront of the newcomer crowd, earning them a nomination for the ACM’s 2009 Duo of the Year. Best of luck to the couple, and if you like it, request it from your local radio station!Country Music Photo Gallery

Rascal Flatts Reveal Fan-Designed Album Cover

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Rascal Flatts put out the call that they wanted a fan to design their Unstoppable album cover, and Chris Kubik answered! Rascal Flatts made a special announcement congratulating artist Chris Kubik from Arlington Heights, IL last night before their sold out show in Madison Square Garden. Thousands of entries were submitted on the People’s Choice website from fans all over the world, and the boys had narrowed it down to just four finalists. Of those four, Chris Kubik won the popular vote, also submitted by fans, and couldn’t be happier!Country Music Photo Gallery