Brandy Neelly wowed the judges on 'American Idol' with a very strong version of the Hank Williams classic 'Your Cheatin' Heart' to win her way to Hollywood -- for the second time.
Keith Urban briefly had the tables turned on him on Thursday night (Jan. 17) when a contestant auditioning for 'American Idol' got the country star to duet with her on 'Baby, It's Cold Outside.'
Seventeen-year-old country singer Mackenzie Wasner owned the Chicago auditions on the second night of the 'American Idol' premiere, easily winning her way to Hollywood Week with a stellar rendition of the Vince Gill classic 'Whenever You Come Around.'
Prepare to be blown away by the 2013 Grammy Awards. Producers have announced that country superstar Carrie Underwood will perform on the live broadcast, which already featured a diverse mix of top artists from all genres.
Country superstars Lady Antebellum and legendary Fleetwood Mac singer Stevie Nicks are teaming up for an upcoming episode of the hit show 'CMT Crossroads,' which will air later in 2013. The show pairs contemporary country artists with some of their favorite rock performers for collaborations on some of their best-known material.
'X Factor' winner Tate Stevens has signed an exclusive recording contract with Syco Music/RCA Records Nashville -- a deal reportedly worth $5 million.
Things may not always be hearts and flowers on the set of 'American Idol,' but new judge Keith Urban isn't going to let that phase him. In an appearance on 'Ellen' on Monday (Jan. 14), the country star laughed off reports of tension on the show, saying it's not that different from joining a band.
In the aftermath of the horrific Sandy Hook shootings, the tight-knit community of Newtown, Conn. has received incredible worldwide support. Although nothing could ever fill the deep void left in the small town, many individuals -- including country's own Kenny Chesney -- are finding ways to lend their support amidst devastation.
Nashville's own Jimmy Smith is rumored to be one of the hopefuls traveling to Hollywood for his big break in the upcoming Season 12 of 'American Idol,' which is set to debut on Wednesday, Jan. 16.
The ever-humorous Luke Bryan once again displays his confidence and tongue-in-cheek humor as he reacts to being chosen as Blake Shelton’s co-host for the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards, replacing the lovely Reba McEntire. While no one could ever replace our favorite redhead, we can see lots of laughs ahead as Bryan takes the microphone.
When people of Middle Tennessee say they "bleed orange," they're referring to their undying devotion to the University of Tennessee Volunteers. Kenny Chesney is counted amongst the school's fans. In fact, the award-winning country crooner loves the Big Orange so much that he produced a documentary about the football team's history.
Keith Urban and the other men of 'American Idol' -- that'd be host Ryan Seacrest and co-judge Randy Jackson -- appeared on 'The Tonight Show With Jay Leno' to promote next week's 'American Idol' Season 12 premiere. Leave it to Leno to capitalize on awkward and embarrassing moments, like Urban's naked photos and the show's two dueling divas.
