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Chris Young to Perform National Anthem, Free Concert at Talladega Superspeedway

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:25:23 +0000

Chris YoungÂ will be performing the national anthem at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama during Aaron’s Dream Weekend, which takes place May 3 through May 5. So that’s right around the corner. Young will offer up his version of ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ on Saturday, May 4, prior to Aaron’s 312 NASCAR Nationwide Series race, which [...]

Chris Young Says New Album Will Better Reflect His Live Show

Billy Dukes — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:24:21 +0000

As the fourth single from 'Neon' nears the top of the charts, Chris Young is preparing to release new music. The singer tells Taste of Country that his next album is finished and the focus is on tempo. Fans can expect a faster paced-record than his previous three, one that better reflects his live show.

Brad Paisley Announces Beat This Summer Tour

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:58:30 +0000

We can't think of a better way to beat the summer heat than with some live country music, doled out by Brad Paisley. The singer, who is gearing up for the April 9 release of 'Wheelhouse,' has announced the first leg of his Beat This Summer Tour.

Chris Young 'Married' His Sister

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 19:31:19 +0000

Chris Young, who enjoyed a sold out show in New York City this week, stopped by 'Katie' to chat with host Katie Couric about the single life, the road life, groupies and the subtle pressure his grandmother has put on him to settle down. He also revealed that he married his sister. Wait, what?

CMA to Honor Chris Young With Triple Play Award

Megan Pacella — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 21:27:50 +0000

Last year was a huge year for Chris Young, and so far, it looks like 2013 is on pace to be just as good for the singer's country music career. On Jan. 29, the Country Music Association will honor Young with the Triple Play Award, a coveted honor reserved for songwriters who have written three No. 1 songs in a 12-month period.

See a Photo of Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young on the Set of 'Nashville'

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:57:15 +0000

By now, you should have your calendar marked for the Wednesday, Jan. 23 episode of ABC's 'Nashville,' since superstars Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young will be making cameos as themselves while fraternizing at a party. Well, if you can't wait two more days to watch the show, then you can whet your appetite by checking out this photo of the handsome twosome from the show.

Chris Young Kisses a Moose!

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 20:00:47 +0000

Chris Young may be one of country music’s most eligible bachelors, but the singer recently planted a smooch on an unlikely recipient: a stuffed moose. Young shared a photo of himself laying one on what appears to be a taxidermied moose on Instagram, which was clearly meant for laughs. He posted: “Just chilling in Colorado… [...]

Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young Set for 'Nashville' Cameos

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:00:20 +0000

DVR alert! Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young are ready for their close-ups. That is, their small screen close-ups. Gilbert and Young are two of the hottest young male stars in country music, and they will both make cameos on one of the hottest hit dramas of the 2012-2013 TV season. The guys will guest on [...]

Chris Young Placed on Vocal Rest, Postpones Concerts

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:11:19 +0000

The Liquid Neon Tour will be on hiatus until Chris Young gets his voice back. The singer has been put on vocal rest, forcing him to reschedule upcoming shows in Huntsville, Ala., Savannah, Ga. and Chattanooga, Tenn. According to a statement on the singer’s Facebook page, tickets for the Dec. 6, 7 and 8 shows [...]

Chris Young Predicts What 2013 Will Bring for Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton and More

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:04:55 +0000

Is Chris Young a psychic? Well, maybe… but probably not. As we prepare to close out 2012 and welcome 2013, everyone is starting to dream up what the new year will bring. In the latest issue of People Country, Young was asked to predict what he saw happening in the lives and careers of some [...]

Chris Young vs. Jana Kramer – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:00:20 +0000

Friday night's Taste of Country Showdown promised to be a battle of country music titans, but one didn't show up. Chris Young fans dominated supporters of the Band Perry, meaning his new single 'I Can Take It From There' is just one win away from retirement and enshrinement into the Showdown Hall of Fame.

Chris Young vs. JT Hodges – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:00:29 +0000

Chris Young benefitted from a late push of votes on Taste of Country Nights radio last night. The singer's new single 'I Can Take It From There' topped 'Don't Rush,' the new Kelly Clarkson single which she performed with Vince Gill at the 2012 CMA Awards. That makes two wins in a row for Young's new love song.

Chris Young vs. Kelly Clarkson – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:05:05 +0000

Chris Young built an early lead and never looked back yesterday in the Showdown, both online and on Taste of Country Nights radio. The country crooner's new song 'I Can Take It From There' is as smooth as any he's released in recent years, and fans couldn't help but come back for seconds from the deep-voiced 27-year-old.

Chris Young, 'I Can Take It From There' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 14:00:53 +0000

Chris Young's 'I Can Take It From There' lyrics fit the singer's sound and style to a tee. That's exactly what songwriter Ben Hayslip was hoping for when he began to outline the song, which he finished with Young and Rhett Akins.

Tim McGraw vs. Chris Young – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 15:00:33 +0000

Now that Jerrod Niemann is done tearing through the competition, two new challengers will square off in this Election Day version of the Showdown. Niemann's 'Only God Could Love You More' was voted the winner for five straight days and nights on Taste of Country Nights radio. That means the single gets retired to the Showdown Hall of Fame.

High Valley vs. Chris Young – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 14:00:34 +0000

The surprise Showdown song of the year has to be ‘Love You for a Long Time’ by Nashville newcomers High Valley. The brother trio hopes to make it five wins in a row today and tonight onÂ Taste of Country Nights radio. That would mean the peppy love song getsÂ retiredÂ to the Showdown Hall of Fame.Â The [...]

Chris Young to Kick Off Liquid Neon Tour With Headlining Show at Ryman Auditorium

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 12:30:18 +0000

Chris Young fans are in for quite the treat this year when the singer hits the road for his forthcoming Liquid Neon Tour. The headlining trek is set to kick off in November, and to make the first night extra special, Young has decided to have the opening performance be at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium on Nov. 15.

Chris Young Carves Out Afternoon for Fan Club Party During CMA Music Festival

Alanna Conaway — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 17:30:14 +0000

Not even a hectic touring schedule could keep Chris Young away from spending an afternoon with his fans during the 2012 CMA Music Festival. The singer held his annual fan club gathering at the Ernest Tubb Record Shop’s Texas Troubadour Theatre on Thursday (June 7).

Miranda Lambert Reveals Chris Young's Hidden Talent: Breakdancing

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 21:30:21 +0000

Miranda Lambert and Chris Young sat down at the table with the ladies of CBS’ ‘The Talk’ on Thursday morning, and Lambert decided to offer up a little nugget of trivia about the 26-year-old country crooner joining her on the show. “I have a secret that I know,” she began, pausing. “About him — but you’re not going to expect what I’m about to say.”

Brad Paisley Announces More Tour Dates

Joe Bob — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:04:23 +0000

Brad Paisley’s “Virtual Reality Tour” has been such a success it may go on forever. If you get a chance to catch a show somewhere, I highly recommend it. Brad Paisley wrapped up the first leg of his Virtual Reality World Tour 2012 this past weekend with stops in Baltimore, Maryland, Knoxville, Tennessee and Lexington, [...]