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Taylor Swift Reacts to Justin Bieber/Selena Gomez Kiss at Billboard Music Awards

Billy Dukes — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:09:40 +0000

Was Taylor Swift grossed out by watching good friend Selena Gomez being pulled in for a kiss hello from Justin Bieber, or was she just being a bestie? There's a lot going on in a new viral video that shows the pop stars smooching, with Swift sticking her tongue out in apparent disgust.

Shania Twain, Jennifer Nettles + More to Present at 2013 Billboard Music Awards

Christina Vinson — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:05:27 +0000

Vegas will once again be going country, but this time it's for the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. The superstar-filled event will be bursting at the seams with country artists this year -- it's just been announced that Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland, Shania Twain and others will present awards during the event.

First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:37:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Little Big Town Nominated for an Emmy

Christina Vinson — Tue, 07 May 2013 12:37:18 +0000

Country music foursome Little Big Town have been building unstoppable momentum, and 2013 has proved to be a fantastic year, with a Grammy for 'Pontoon' and their two ACM awards for Vocal Group of the Year and Video of the Year. It looks like things will just keep getting better for LBT, as they just received an Emmy nomination.

2013 CMT Music Awards Nominees Announced

Billy Dukes — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:57:45 +0000

The 2013 CMT Music Awards nominees have been announced, and two of country music's hottest men -- Luke Bryan and Eric Church -- lead the way with four nominations each. Miranda Lambert also tallied four nods, three as a solo artist and one as part of all-female trio Pistol Annies.

Jason Aldean and Kristen Bell to Host the 2013 CMT Music Awards

Billy Dukes — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:22:04 +0000

Jason Aldean is following in his good friend Luke Bryan‘s footsteps, announcing Thursday that he’ll be hosting a country music awards show. The ’1994′ hitmaker will share the duties with actress Kristen Bell at the 2013 CMT Music Awards on June 5 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Bell and Aldean both made the announcement via [...]

The Band Perry and Kacey Musgraves to Perform on Billboard Music Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:09:17 +0000

The Billboard Music Awards just got a little more country. Superstar sibling trio the Band Perry and fast-rising star Kacey Musgraves have been added to the roster of performers for the show, which airs on May 19.

Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean + Luke Bryan Lead 2013 Billboard Music Award Country Finalists

Billy Dukes — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:09:31 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Award nominations have been revealed and Taylor Swift shares the lead as a finalist in 11 categories for the May 19 awards show. The 'Red' album-maker is up for a host of country awards, but also all-genre honors like Top Female Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album ('Red') and the night's big prize, Top Artist.

Luke Bryan Was Thinking of Late Siblings When He Won Entertainer of the Year

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:43:59 +0000

Budding superstar Luke Bryan couldn't have been more surprised when he won Entertainer of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards on Sunday night (April 7). The stunned singer cried as he took to the podium to accept the honor. He says they were tears of both happiness and sorrow, as he was thinking of his late brother and sister.

2013 ACMs Had Biggest Viewing Audience in 15 Years

Christina Vinson — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:43:11 +0000

There were a whole lot of viewers who were crying along with Miranda Lambert when she won Female Vocalist of the Year and grooving to the beat of Lady Antebellum's performance of 'Downtown' during the 2013 ACM Awards. In fact, the 48th annual show had over 15 million viewers (15.38 million, to be exact), posting the largest audience since 1998.

Results of ACM Awards 2013 Predictions – Readers vs. Taste of Country Staff

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 12:39:16 +0000

Lack of success in predicting the results of the 2013 ACM Awards can be attributed to tight competition... or maybe underestimating the strength and popularity of artists like Luke Bryan. Perhaps we're just making excuses for ourselves after a less-than-super success rate at Sunday's show. Taste of Country readers also made predictions, and it's time to see who fared better.

The CMA Announces 2013 Country Music Hall of Fame Inductees

Skeeter Nash — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:43:04 +0000

The Country Music Association unveiled the names of this year’s Country Music Hall of Fame inductees at a press conference held in the Hall’s rotunda. Two legendary artists, and a legendary songwriter/producer will soon have their plaques on the walls of that same rotunda, joining the ranks of Country music royalty. This year’s inductees are: [...]

Five Questions Left Unanswered After the 2013 ACM Awards

Billy Dukes — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 11:05:55 +0000

Stevie Wonder, John Mayer and John Fogerty were among those who made surprise guest appearances at the 2013 ACM Awards on Sunday (April 7). Perhaps more interesting, however, is who wasn't in attendance. Fans were left asking about a lack of screen time for three big country singers after Luke Bryan accepted Entertainer of the Year and credits rolled across the screen.

2013 ACM Awards Worst Dressed Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:33:59 +0000

Fashion no-nos at the 2013 ACM Awards included one artist who went back in time for her dress and another who was apparently inspired by Dracula. The Worst Dressed at the ACMs list features at least one superstar who is more regularly found on Best Dressed collections, proving that everyone is vulnerable to an oopsie. From one plain Jane to one hot mess, these folks who were worst dressed at country's biggest party will want to rethink their approach for next year.

2013 ACM Awards Best Dressed Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:07:26 +0000

Superstars played it safe, while country newcomers took chances that mostly paid off to make the Best Dressed List at the 2013 ACM Awards in Las Vegas. Keith Urban, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift looked great, but all three came with looks fans have seen before. Newcomers like Scotty McCreery and Easton Corbin showed the style this season calls for.

Miranda Lambert Breaks Down as She Accepts Female Vocalist of the Year Win at 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:39:30 +0000

Keith Urban presented the Female Vocalist of the Year award to the dazzling Miranda Lambert at the 2013 ACMs, and she was completely surprised by the win. "I thought for sure Carrie had it this year, and she damn well deserves it!" she said as she took the stage... and broke into tears.

Luke Bryan Cries as He Wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2013 ACMs

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:50:38 +0000

In a surprise upset, Luke Bryan took home the coveted Entertainer of the Year award at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday night (April 7) -- beating out more established stars like Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton and Taylor Swift.

Garth Brooks and George Strait Perform Together During 2013 ACM Awards Highlight

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:20:04 +0000

Mega superstars Garth Brooks and George Strait gave a once-in-a-lifetime performance at the 2013 ACMs on Sunday night (April 7), singing together for the first time ever in tribute to Dick Clark. Reba McEntire introduced the pair, recalling Clark as someone who helped shape her career over the years. “He would slap me if he [...]

2013 ACM Awards Winners – Full List

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:57 +0000

The big 2013 ACM Awards winners in Las Vegas were Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan. Lambert took home three trophies, including Female Vocalist of the Year and Single and Song of the Year for 'Over You.' The singer couldn't help but become emotional as she accepted her fifth straight Female Vocalist trophy.

Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan Might Pull a Janet Jackson at the ACMs

Christina Vinson — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 18:33:17 +0000

With country's two comedians preparing to co-host the 2013 ACM Awards, anything could happen. Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan have said before that they have ideas about what to do during the show, and they've just revealed that there may be an element of...surprise during the show.