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Carrie Underwood Hoping for a Baby Girl, Changes Her First Diaper [Watch]
Now that Carrie Underwood is pregnant, everyone -- including the singer -- is wondering if a handsome country crooner or tiny songstress will appear in Spring 2015. Underwood admits she's hoping for a baby girl.
Lady Antebellum Passed on ‘American Kids’ and ‘Better Dig Two’
Lady Antebellum have a unique sound, combining intricate harmonies with undeniably catchy songs which range from emotive ballads to danceable hits. And even when they're presented with a surefire hit that will clearly appeal to country fans, the trio stays true to their style, meaning they've passed on some pretty big singles.
Lady Antebellum Rock Another ‘7FOR7′ Surprise, Pay for Fan’s Education [Watch]
For their second '7FOR7' episode, Lady Antebellum forever changed the life of one very special fan named Katharine Laventis.
Lady Antebellum Surprise Music Teacher and Students in First ‘7FOR7′ Episode
Lady Antebellum are making a whole lot of fans happy with the release of '747' on Tuesday (Sept. 30), but there are seven fans in particular who will remember this week forever as the trio launches their '7FOR7' campaign. The group made their first stop in Miami, Fla. to surprise one of their biggest fans, music teacher Vivian Gonzalez.
Carrie Underwood Fights Against Poverty, Performs R.E.M.’s ‘Everybody Hurts’ [Watch]
Carrie Underwood did her part to help fight poverty at the Global Citizen Festival in New York City Saturday evening (Sept. 27), and it was there that she gave a heartfelt rendition of R.E.M.'s early '90s hit 'Everybody Hurts.'
Jason Aldean’s ‘Burnin’ It Down’ Named Fastest Certified Platinum Single of 2014
Jason Aldean is on fire! 'Burnin' It Down,' his latest single, has gone Platinum ... in just 9 short weeks!
Tim McGraw Nabs Yet Another No. 1 Album With ‘Sundown Heaven Town’
Let the celebrating commence for Tim McGraw, whose brand new album 'Sundown Heaven Town' debuted at No. 1, marking his 15th album to street at the top spot.
Tim McGraw Offers Quite ‘The View’ in Sundown Heaven Town Tour Exclusive [Watch]
Tim McGraw's new album 'Sundown Heaven Town' has officially landed in the earbuds of country fans, but he's been on the road since before the record dropped, sharing new material with massive crowds. His 2014 Sundown Heaven Town Tour kicked off in May with over 30 cities on the bill, and he's been delighting fans with a rockin' good time.
Garth Brooks Breaks His Own Ticket Sales Record in Florida
Just a few months into his great return to country music and Garth Brooks is already back to breaking records. The legend is proving yet again that he's the real deal, becoming the first artist ever to sell seven consecutive shows at Atlanta's Philips Arena and toppling his own ticket sales record in Chicago. Now, he's doing the same in the Sunshine State.
Rob Bironas, Husband of Rachel Bradshaw, Dead Following Single-Car Accident
Rob Bironas, husband of country newcomer Rachel Bradshaw, died in a single-vehicle accident Saturday night (Sept. 20) in Nashville.
Jimmy Fallon Impersonates Blake Shelton in ‘Partners’ Duet With Barbra Streisand [WATCH]
Blake Shelton better watch out! Funny guy and talk show host Jimmy Fallon impersonated the singer, performing 'I'd Want It to Be You' with Barbra Streisand, and she was pretty impressed.
Tim McGraw Admits Faith Hill Makes Him ‘Better at Everything’
Extra husband points for Tim McGraw! On Tuesday (Sept. 16), the singer appeared on 'Good Morning America' to celebrate the release of 'Sundown Heaven Town,' and not only did he perform, but he also gave his wife quite the compliment.
Miranda Lambert Cries While Singing to 7-Year-Old Fan With Cancer [Watch]
Miranda Lambert may be sassy as all get out, but at her core, she's a softie with a big heart. At a concert in Texas on Saturday (Sept. 13), Lambert sang 'Over You' to a 7-year-old fan stricken with cancer ... and it left the superstar in tears.
Country Stars With Mullets
Popularized by the Beastie Boys, Billy Ray Cyrus, Motley Crue, and others, the mullet grew to its peak popularity in the '80s because it was essentially two styles at once: business in the front, party in the back. And country stars like to party, so it makes sense that some of the genre's biggest stars sported mullets back in the day.