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Grand Ole Opry Star Jack Greene Dead at 83

Skeeter Nash — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:21:43 +0000

Saddened to hear of the passing of Grand Ole Opry star and Country music legend, Jack Greene at the age of 83. His many hits included "There Goes My Everything," "Statue Of a Fool," "All The Time," and many more. This photo was taken backstage at the Opry in December of 2000. He was a true gentleman, and loved entertaining his fans.

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.

Five Things Noticeably Missing From the 2012 CMA Awards

Billy Dukes — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:30:14 +0000

There were first-time winners in the Entertainer, Album and Vocal Group of the Year categories at the 2012 CMA Awards, and fans saw brilliant performances by stars like Little Big Town, Kelly Clarkson, the Band Perry and Zac Brown Band. However, there were a few noticeable absences from this year's Nashville ceremony.

2012 CMA Awards Best Dressed Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 17:27:08 +0000

The best dressed stars at the 2012 CMA Awards took chances, but didn't stray too far from the colorful gowns and classic suits one expects on country music's biggest night. We liked that. Only one man makes the list of clean outfits -- a testament to the many beautiful females that had flashes popping. Scroll down to see the best of the best dressed from the 2012 CMAs.

The 46th Annual CMA Awards Winners List

Skeeter Nash — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:36:53 +0000

The 46th annual Country Music Association Awards were presented in Nashville, Tennessee last night. Blake Shelton was the night’s big winner, taking home three awards including Entertainer of the Year. Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town each took home two awards. Here’s a complete rundown of all the 46th Annual CMA Awards winners: Entertainer of [...]

Toby Keith Snags Early Win for Music Video of the Year at 2012 CMA Awards

Jessica Nicholson — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 15:00:39 +0000

The first 2012 CMA Awards trophies were announced Thursday morning (Nov. 1) during ABC’s ‘Good Morning America,’ and Toby Keith is one of the first winners. His video clip for ‘Red Solo Cup’ snagged Music Video of the Year honors. The award goes to both the ‘Red Solo Cup’ singer and to director Michael Salomon. [...]

Jason Aldean Nervous for CMA Awards, Hoping to Check Entertainer of the Year Win Off His 'Bucket List'

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 19:00:23 +0000

It’s hard to believe that there’s something out there that Jason Aldean hasn’t accomplished in his red-hot career, but he has yet to pick up Entertainer of the Year at an awards show. The Georgian has his next shot at the title come November 1, when the 2012 CMA Awards take place in Nashville. Aldean [...]

Taylor Swift to Debut 'Begin Again' Live at the 2012 CMA Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 18:00:56 +0000

Details have emerged regarding Taylor Swift's upcoming 2012 CMA Awards performance, which will air live on Thursday, Nov. 1. The singer -- who is in full-on promotion mode for her fourth album 'Red' -- is set to sing the new song 'Begin Again' at the ceremony, according to ABC News.

2012 CMA New Artist of the Year Award Prediction? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 18:00:10 +0000

The five nominees for the 2012 CMA New Artist of the Year award reached their current levels of fame in very different ways. Thompson Square might be the only true "new artist," meaning an act that was previously unheard of before releasing a smash debut album. The others are no less deserving, however. This is an interesting category that will be fun to watch on Nov. 1. Who do you think will win the New Artist of the Year award at the 2012 CMAs?

2012 CMA Album of the Year Award Prediction? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 14:30:38 +0000

The Album of the Year category at the 2012 CMA Awards is as strong as it has been since the show moved to ABC. In any other year, all five nominees would be considered sure things to take home the trophy. For this reason, it's difficult to predict a winner with any conviction -- although we'll give it a try. Who do you think will win the Album of the Year award at the 2012 CMAs?

2012 CMA Single of the Year Award Prediction? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 18:30:46 +0000

The 2012 CMA Awards are on the horizon, and the countdown begins today with predictions on each of the nine major categories. You also have a chance to choose a winner for each award in a daily readers poll. Who do you predict to win the Single of the Year award at the 2012 CMAs?

Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley Practice CMAs Hosting Skills on Tough Crowds in Uncut Promo

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 16:30:06 +0000

Hosting the CMA Awards is old hat for Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley, as the duo embarks on its fifth co-hosting stint. In the uncut promo for the 46th annual CMAs, Underwood and Paisley admit that in order to stay sharp, they have to practice their hosting skills all year long and they do so in front of tough crowds, like senior citizens at bingo, kids at a birthday party and diners at Danny's. One thing we learn in this promo? Paisley has a real gift for physical comedy.

Eric Church, Carrie Underwood + More Join 2012 CMA Awards Performers Lineup

Jessica Nicholson — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 18:30:38 +0000

Eric Church, Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney and the Band Perry are the latest performers to be announced for the 46th annual CMA Music Awards, which will air live on from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Thursday, November 1.

See the CMAs Live in Nashville + Meet the Band Perry Backstage

Townsquare Media — Sat, 22 Sep 2012 19:46:32 +0000

It's the biggest night in country music, and you could be a part of it.

Enter here for a trip to see the CMAs in person in Nashville on November 1. The show features Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Taylor, Eric Church, Brad Paisley... and just about everyone else. Plus, you'll get to meet the Band Perry backstage before the show.

Lionel Richie 'Thrilled' to Get First-Ever CMA Awards Nomination for Darius Rucker Duet

Megan Pacella — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 15:00:06 +0000

With a long and mega-successful career, you would think that Lionel Richie would have been nominated for practically every music award there is by now. But in the short time since he crossed over into the country side of things, Richie hasn't been formally honored for his work -- until now, that is. This year, the 'Just for You' hitmaker received his first ever CMA Awards nomination.

Taste of Country Writer Kevin Richards Nominated for 2012 CMA Broadcast Award

Billy Dukes — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 20:00:24 +0000

For the second straight year, Kevin Richards -- a Taste of Country writer and afternoon host at WGNA in Albany, N.Y. -- has scored a nomination for CMA Personality of the Year in the medium market. A win would be Richards' second. This is the fifth time in his 26-year radio career that he's been named one of the top broadcasters in America -- a well deserved nod.

Eli Young Band Cross Fingers for Nominations at the 2012 CMA Awards

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 16:30:13 +0000

With the reveal of the 2012 CMA Awards nominees just days away, the Eli Young Band guys — like many country artists — are wondering if they will hear their name called in any categories. Having just celebrated their second chart-topping hit, ‘Even if It Breaks Your Heart,’ the band members joke that they will any nominations that come their way.

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood to Host CMA Awards

Joe Bob — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:18:01 +0000

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will return this year to host the CMA Awards for a fifth time. The Country Music Association confirmed the news after posting an image of Paisley and Underwood at a photo shoot in Nashville, says CMT Daily Roundup. The awards show airs live from Nashville on Nov. 1 on ABC. Paisley [...]

2011 CMA Awards Performance Pictures

Kat Lee — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:43:09 +0000

Nashville was rocking tonight with country’s biggest stars like Keith Urban, Zac Brown, Taylor Swift and Lady Antebellum providing the soundtrack for the 2011 CMA Awards! Blake Shelton opened the night with a high-flying performance of ‘Footloose.’ Kenny Chesney and Grace Potter teamed up for a tender performance of ‘You and Tequila,’ and Taylor Swift performed her new single ‘Ours’ on what looked like her worn in living room couch.

Blake Shelton Continues On as 2011 CMA Awards Male Vocalist of the Year

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:15:14 +0000

Blake Shelton, the CMA reigning Male Vocalist of the Year, once again took the honors home during the 2011 CMA Awards on Wednesday night. Shelton competed in the category against Album of the Year winner Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley and Keith Urban.