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Jason Aldean Admits That Marriage 'Hasn't Always Been Roses'

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 21:00:23 +0000

Jason Aldean and his wife, Jessica, are on the mend following a very public scandal, the couple tells ‘CBS This Morning.’ The country superstar sat down with the popular news program with his former high school sweetheart by his side to discuss the perils of marriage while living a very public lifestyle. “It hasn’t always [...]

Taylor Swift Wants Her 2013 Red Tour to Be 'As Big as Possible'

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 14:30:07 +0000

If there's one thing to know about Taylor Swift, it's that she doesn't do anything on a small scale. Like, ever. She goes big on all fronts -- and her 2013 Red Tour won't be any different. In fact, the 'Begin Again' singer plans to up the ante from her last tour in the live realm. And what that boils down to is that Swifties are going to be very, very happy.

Bucky Covington Interview: Singer Talks Five-Year Recording Break, 'Good Guys' Album and 'Drinking Side of Country' Video

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 23:00:36 +0000

Bucky Covington has traveled a long road to his sophomore album. The 'American Idol' alumnus scored the biggest debut of any country artist of 2007 with his self-titled first album, but found himself unable to follow up on its success after Lyric Street Records closed it doors, leaving him in contractual limbo for several years.

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 [...]

Jason Aldean to Haters: 'Buy Somebody Else's Record'

Jessica Nicholson — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 19:00:15 +0000

Jason Aldean doesn't have a problem asking pop-country vocalist and former 'American Idol' winner Kelly Clarkson to sing a duet with him, or performing his hit 'Dirt Road Anthem' with rapper Ludacris, for that matter. The 'Night Train' star is well aware that his musical risks have led to some criticism from country purists, but he has a clear message to those who think he is doing country music a disservice: He doesn't care.

Taylor Swift: 'I Don't Drink Much Alcohol'

Jessica Nicholson — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 17:00:01 +0000

Taylor Swift was a precocious and talented teen on the verge of superstardom when she made her debut her first single 'Tim McGraw' back in 2006. Now of legal drinking age at 22, her fans and the music industry have watched this singer-songwriter grow from sugary-sweet love songs such as 'Love Story' and 'Sparks Fly' to more adult material like 'Mine,' 'Better Than Revenge' and her second single from 'Red,' 'Begin Again.'

Eli Young Band Dish That 'Say Goodnight' Video Will Be Country's First Sci-Fi Clip

Jeremy Robinson — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:00:36 +0000

Eli Young Band have officially begun shooting the music video for ‘Say Goodnight,’ the third single from the band’s ‘Life at Best’ album — and as drummer Chris Thompson reveals, the result will be unlike anything ever before seen on country music video channels. “It’s the very first ever sci-fi, country music video,” Thompson spills [...]

Darius Rucker's Wife Shares How She Kept His Opry Invitation a Secret

Jessica Nicholson — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:00:37 +0000

When Darius Rucker was invited to be the latest member of the Grand Ole Opry by buddy Brad Paisley recently, it wasn't just the staff and 'Southern Comfort Zone' singer who were in on the keeping the secret. Rucker's wife, Beth, also kept mum about her husband's Grand Ole Opry invitation -- and for nearly two months.

Justin Moore + Taste of Country Nights Host Jeremy Robinson Talk Life, Death and Impact of 'If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away'

Billy Dukes — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:27:19 +0000

'If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away' is an extremely personal song for Justin Moore, as it mentions a deceased grandfather he was very close to. The song 'Grandpa' from his self-titled debut album was about the same man. Taste of Country Nights host Jeremy Robinson can relate to what Moore went through with his grandpa's death, and he shares his own story with listeners.

60 Seconds With Easton Corbin

Jeremy Robinson — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 21:00:48 +0000

Easton Corbin visited the Taste of Country Nights radio studio recently to talk about his new album 'All Over the Road,' his hit song 'Lovin' You Is Fun' and his least favorite house chore. OK, the Florida-born singer wasn't planning on talking about his domestic duties, but one never knows what to expect when they agree to play "60 Seconds With..."

Jerrod Niemann Interview: 'Shinin' on Me' Singer Ready to 'Free the Music' With Release of Sophomore Album

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 15:00:39 +0000

Jerrod Niemann is releasing a sophomore album, the follow-up to his successful debut, 'Judge Jerrod and the Hung Jury.' The new collection of tunes, 'Free the Music,' shows his growth and maturity as a man, singer and songwriter, but still has a fair share of personality and fun mixed in.

Farm Boy Easton Corbin Calls Merle Haggard His Dream Drinking Buddy

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:20:36 +0000

There’s a reason Easton Corbin is so convincing as a new, traditional country artist. He’s lived the life of a country boy. The ‘A Little More Country Than That’ singer recently talked about growing up on his grandparents’ farm. “It’s so peaceful out in the country, and it’s great to just be around the animals,” [...]

60 Seconds With Casey James

Billy Dukes — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:30:16 +0000

Casey James is as honest in an interview as he is with his music. The Texan and one-time 'American Idol' contestant took a few minutes -- OK, just one minute -- to dish on his troubled youth, his showering preferences and how Keith Urban will do on the show that launched his career nearly three years ago. We already covered questions of inspiration, heartbreak and love in previous interviews, so it was time to get the real scoop from the 'Cryin' on a Suitcase' himater.

Eric Church Interview: 'Creepin" Hitmaker Talks CMAs Nods, Fatherhood and Why He's Taking Time Off in 2013

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:00:53 +0000

As the year gets ready to wind down, Eric Church can certainly look back on 2012 and smile. While he has been at the music game for quite some time, this year was essentially the first 'break' he got in the industry -- finally embraced by the community for his incredible work as a singer, songwriter and entertainer.

Casey James Interview: Singer Dishes on Acting Anxieties, 'Homeless' Days and What He Does With Fan Phone Numbers

Billy Dukes — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:30:26 +0000

In his new 'Crying on a Suitcase' music video Casey James makes his acting debut, and he admits he was nervous about it. One would never guess as much after watching the finished treatment for the clip, however, as James plays the part like he smiles or plays his guitar -- naturally.

Zac Brown Shares What Legacy He Wants to Leave His Kids

Alanna Conaway — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 14:08:19 +0000

Zac Brown is creating quite the musical legacy these days. The Zac Brown Band dominates the country singles chart with every release, and each of their three studio albums are currently in the Top 20 country albums chart. But what he hopes to pass down to his four daughters goes well beyond music. “I want [...]

Christine O'Donnell Walks Out on Piers Morgan Interview [VIDEO]

Shauna Wright — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:15:21 +0000

Christine O’Donnell — you may remember her from the disastrous “I’m not a witch, I’m you” senate campaign in 2010 — is making the media rounds to promote her new book, ‘Troublemaker.’ And on Wednesday’s ‘Piers Morgan Tonight,’ she gave the book’s title credence when she abruptly walked out of an interview with the CNN host.

American Idol's John Wayne Schulz Interview [VIDEO]

Amory Gritta — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:03:44 +0000

This morning, John Wayne Schulz of American Idol fame was in the KIXS Studio being interviewed on-air by KIXS own Rob Garrett. John talks about his experiences on American Idol, meeting George Strait before singing the National Anthem, his main reason for trying out for the show, and his plans for the future. The full [...]