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Photo Flash: The Stars Come Out for the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS Red Carpet
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 10, 2018 Last night was the 'American Music Awards.' The awards show brings out an all-star lineup of performers and nominees, and below are the red carpet highlights!...
Tyra Banks, Vanessa Hudgens, Busy Phillipps and More to Present at the AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 08, 2018 dick clark productions and ABC today announced a star-studded line-up of presenters for the "2018 American Music Awards." Some of the biggest names from film, television and music including Kelsea Ballerini, Tyra Banks, Kane Brown, Chloe x Halle, Macaulay Culkin, Lauren Daigle, Billy Eichner, Sara G...
Gladys Knight, Tori Kelly, and More to Perform on 2018 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 03, 2018 To continue this year's celebration of women, CMT has added seven new powerhouse performances to the “2018 CMT Artists of the Year” lineup: Carrie Underwood with CMT Next Women of Country and tour mates Maddie & Tae and Runaway June; Miranda Lambert and Pistol Annies; Kelsea Ballerini with Alison Kr...
'Dee Jay Silver Day' Proclaimed in Las Vegas on Friday, September 21
by Tori Hartshorn - September 25, 2018 For his birthday this year, DEE JAY SILVER received an extra special gift from a city near and dear to his heart when Friday, September 21 was officially proclaimed 'Dee Jay Silver Day' in Las Vegas by Mayor Carolyn Goodman. The groundbreaking DJ/remixer/producer/radio host received the declaration ...
CMT Honors Loretta Lynn with 'Artist of a Lifetime' Award at 'Artists of the Year' Celebration
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 25, 2018 In a year of celebrating the achievements of women in country music, CMT today announced that Loretta Lynn will be honored with the “Artist of a Lifetime” award presented by Ram Trucks at this year's all-female “CMT Artists of the Year” event premiering live Wednesday, October 17 at 8:00 PM ET/PT. A...
VIDEO: Bastian Baker Honors Leonard Cohen with Exclusive Performance of 'Hallelujah'
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 24, 2018 Sounds Like Nashville said it best: “Switzerland may be neutral but one of their most talented exports is about to invade America.” Singer/songwriter Bastian Baker honored the late Leonard Cohen on his birthday with a 'stunning' (HuffPost) performance of “Hallelujah” during a stop on Shania Twain's ...
Bastian Baker Celebrates Leonard Cohen's Birthday With An Exclusive Performance Of "hallelujah"
by A.A. Cristi - September 21, 2018 Sounds Like Nashville said it best: “Switzerland may be neutral but one of their most talented exports is about to invade America.” Singer/songwriter Bastian Baker honored the late Leonard Cohen on his birthday with a 'stunning' (HuffPost) performance of “Hallelujah” during a stop on Shania Twain's ...
AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS Announces 2018 Nominees
by Tori Hartshorn - September 12, 2018 As the kick-off to this year's highly anticipated “2018 American Music Awards,” chart-topping artists Kane Brown and Ella Mai, singer and American Music Award winner Normani and award winning singer/songwriter Bebe Rexha today announced the nominations LIVE from YouTube Space LA. The event was live...
Brett Young and Carly Pearce Combine Country Starpower for Live Taping of FRONT AND CENTER
by Tori Hartshorn - September 12, 2018 Multi-Platinum selling and current CMA Awards nominee Brett Young and Country's chart-topping “it” girl Carly Pearce will film a double episode of public television's groundbreaking concert series, Front and Center, on September 17 at Opry City Stage. Tickets for the live performances from New York ...
Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert Among Honorees of All-Female CMT Artists of the Year Show
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 11, 2018 In recognition of the undeniable influence and impact of female artists in country music, CMT today announced that for the first-time ever the annual “CMT Artists of the Year” special is dedicated to the women of country music—past, present and future. This year's all-female “Artists of the Year” ce...
Rising Country Star, Walker Hayes, Reminisces About '90's Country' With Premiere of His New Single
by Tori Hartshorn - August 29, 2018 Walker Hayes has quickly become one of Nashville's brightest new stars. This past year, he has certainly made his mark on country music and has left fans wanting more. On August 30th, Walker will be premiering a new single, “90's Country,” on ABC's “Good Morning America” with his debut, live perform...
The Country Music Association Announces the THE 52ND ANNUAL CMA AWARDS Nominees
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 28, 2018 The Country Music Association has announced the final nominees for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” as Chris Stapleton tops the list of finalists with five nominations. Producer and musician Dann Huff receives four nominations, the second most nominations this year, while nine artists garner three each...
Cole Swindell Celebrates Album Release at iHeartRadio Theater in Los Angeles
by Tori Hartshorn - August 20, 2018 Cole Swindell Celebrates Album Release at iHeartRadio Theater in Los Angeles...
Rising Country Star, Walker Hayes, To Thank His Incredible Fans With A Series Of Weekly Instagram Live Performances
by Tori Hartshorn - August 01, 2018 When it comes to music, rising country artist, Walker Hayes, is connecting with fans in a whole new way. This summer alone, Hayes has performed for over 250,000 fans through a string of stellar shows around the country. To thank those who have provided their overwhelming support this past year, he w...
CMA FEST Hosted by Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini Premieres Wednesday, August 8, on ABC
by Macon Prickett - July 27, 2018 'CMA Fest,' the Music Event of Summer, premieres WEDNESDAY, AUG. 8 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. The three-hour prime-time special broadcasts for its 15th straight year with Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini returning as hosts, bringing Country Music's Ultimate Fan Experience...
The 2019 CMA FEST Ticket Pre-Sale Opens July 20 with General On-Sale Set for August 6
by Macon Prickett - July 13, 2018 Country Music fans can get a jump start on summer plans for 2019. Tickets for CMA Fest—which takes place in Nashville Thursday through Sunday, June 6-9, 2019—will be available for pre-sale Monday, July 30 at 10:00 AM/CT. Fans must register today through Friday, July 27 for Ticketmaster's Verified Fa...
Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam To Host CMT
by Tori Hartshorn - July 11, 2018 The 6th Annual Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam is set for August 30-September 2, 2018 in beautiful Panama City Beach, and the popular 'CMT Hot 20 Countdown' show is returning to record a special episode highlighting the festival. Host Cody Alan will be on site all three days to chat with artists and fans and g...
CMA Songwriters Series Presented By U.S. Bank Announces Chicago Performance
by Tori Hartshorn - June 22, 2018 The Country Music Association's critically acclaimed CMA Songwriters Series Presented by U.S. Bank has announced a performance at Joe's Bar on Weed Street in Chicago Tuesday, July 24 at 8:00 PM featuring Illinois native Brett Eldredge as well as Ross Copperman, Tom Douglas and Jordan Reynolds. The s...
Chris Young Extends 2018 LOSING SLEEP World Tour with Dan & Shay, Morgan Evans, and Dee Jay Silver
by Macon Prickett - June 20, 2018 After playing more than 30 sold-out arena and amphitheater dates, being named an ACM Male Vocalist nominee and scoring his 10th No. 1 single, Chris Young has added 15 more shows to his “Chris Young Losing Sleep 2018 World Tour.” Special guests Dan + Shay, Morgan Evans and Dee Jay Silver will join th...
Country Music Star Walker Hayes Announces Launch of BE A CRAIG FUND Ahead of Father's Day
by Tori Hartshorn - June 14, 2018 Ahead of this Father's Day, country music star, Walker Hayes, is launching his 'Be A Craig Fund' as a tribute to a man named Craig who gave Hayes and his family a van when they were struggling to make ends meet. The unexpected and incredibly generous act meant that the Hayes family would finally hav...
CMA Fest Day Wraps Up with Superstar Surprises from Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, & More
by Macon Prickett - June 11, 2018 CMA Fest is officially a wrap! The fourth and final day saw “CMA Fest” co-host Kelsea Ballerini as the Artist of the Day at Xfinity Fan Fair X, where she answered questions from CMT's Leslie Fram followed by a performance that included her new single “I Hate Love Songs.” Ballerini also shared the so...
Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini Return to Host CMA FEST August 8 on ABC
by Macon Prickett - June 05, 2018 The Country Music Association has announced Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini will return for a second year as hosts of “CMA Fest,” the three-hour special that brings Country Music's Ultimate Fan Experience to a national television audience. “CMA Fest” airs Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 8/7c on the ABC Telev...
Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Kelly Clarkson, Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt & More to Perform at the 2018 CMT Music Awards
by Macon Prickett - May 23, 2018 Fresh off announcing that country super-group Little Big Town will host the “2018 CMT Music Awards,” CMT today revealed that Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Kelly Clarkson, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt will perform at this year's show, premiering LIVE from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena ...
Ed Sheeran, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, & More Take Home 2018 Billboard Music Awards
by Macon Prickett - May 21, 2018 The “2018 Billboard Music Awards,” hosted by “The Voice” coach, Kelly Clarkson, was an emotional and celebratory night of nostalgic and one-of-a-kind musical performances and touching moments all to celebrate this year's biggest and best in music! This year's show aired live on both coasts from the ...
CMT Announces Tickets On Sale This Weekend for the 2018 CMT Music Awards
by Macon Prickett - May 17, 2018 CMT today announced that tickets will go on presale on May 18 and general sale on May 19 for the “2018 CMT Music Awards,” premiering LIVE on Wednesday, June 6 at 8pm ET/PT from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena. Hosted byLittle Big Town, the “2018 CMT Music Awards” is country's only entirely fan-voted a... |