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Luke Bryan's 'Just a Sip' Video Brings the Ultimate Spring Break Party

Megan Pacella — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:07:55 +0000

Nothing gets you in the spirit of summer quite like seeing thousands of college kids hanging out at the beach during Spring Break. Beaches, beer and bathing suits -- what else do you need? Nothing! That's why Luke Bryan used Spring Break footage to capture the ultimate party-time summer vibe in his new 'Just a Sip' video.

Luke Bryan Sets Release Date for Fourth Studio Album

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:05:40 +0000

Luke Bryan is on a hot streak. His third album, 'Tailgates & Tanlines,' has been certified Double Platinum, and the most recent of his Spring Break series, 'Spring Break ... Here to Party' debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 in March. The budding superstar will continue that streak when he releases his fourth studio album later this year.

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 [...]

Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan and More Turn Up for Kentucky Derby Galas – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 06 May 2013 12:33:39 +0000

The Kentucky Derby is this weekend and country stars like Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan, among others, were on hand at the Friday night (May 3) galas. Lambert, looking lovely in a peachy-pink strapless dress and intricate hat, attended and performed at the Barnstable-Brown gala, as did Kid Rock. Bryan performed at the Unbridled Eve [...]

T-Pain Goes Country, Cuts a Song With Luke Bryan

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 05 May 2013 15:37:51 +0000

Country and rap collaborations are not uncommon. Recently, there's been Jason Aldean and Ludacris, and Taylor Swift and B.o.B. Now, Luke Bryan is reportedly getting in on the fun and looking for his chance to enjoy the cross-pollination of genres.Rapper T-Pain, known for popularizing Auto-Tune, has revealed that he cut a song with Bryan, the newly-crowned ACM Entertainer of the Year.

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 Buys Jason Aldean a New Ride

Megan Pacella — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:00:03 +0000

Nobody is quite as good at gift-giving as your best friend. And it’s obvious that Luke Bryan is one of Jason Aldean‘s closest pals, because over the weekend Bryan surprised his buddy with a 1976 Bronco. It’s hard to say how Bryan managed to find Aldean’s dream car — but he pulled it off. On [...]

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.

Luke Bryan, 'Crash My Party' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 21:33:50 +0000

Luke Bryan's new song 'Crash My Party' would fit well on his last album 'Tailgates and Tanlines.' The ballad is a continuation of themes introduced with 'I Don't Want This Night to End' and 'Drunk on You,' two No. 1 hits for the ACM Entertainer of the Year. At first listen, it's difficult to become excited about a song that's so familiar.

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.

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.

Luke Bryan Almost Turned Down Co-Hosting the ACMs With Blake Shelton

Christina Vinson — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:35:18 +0000

Luke Bryan is bigger than ever, with four ACM Awards nominations and a super successful Dirt Road Diaries Tour, but even the biggest stars have a case of nerves. In fact, when he was asked to step into the iconic Reba McEntire's shoes of co-hosting the ACMs, he almost turned down the offer.

Luke Bryan to Perform New Single 'Crash My Party' at 2013 ACM Awards

Christina Vinson — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:13:25 +0000

Luke Bryan has a big night coming up, as he's co-hosting the ACM Awards for the first time with fellow star Blake Shelton -- but he'll take a break from the clever banter to perform his brand new single, 'Crash My Party,' from his upcoming and highly anticipated fourth studio record.

Luke Bryan Covers Billboard, Reveals His Biggest Dream

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:45:07 +0000

Luke Bryan's big year just got even bigger. The singer, who saw his 'Spring Break…Here to Party' record hit No.1 on the Billboard chart and is gearing up for his first stint as an ACM Awards co-host, just landed the cover of Billboard. That's a huge feather in the singer's cowboy hat, since the industry magazine is taking a moment to recognize and celebrate the Luke Bryan brand.

Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley to Play Watershed Music Festival

Megan Pacella — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:07:52 +0000

The three-day outdoor Watershed Music Festival is only two years in the making, but it's drawing some big names to headline the performances. Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley are among the talented country crooners who will take the stage at The Gorge Amphitheatre August 2-4. Sounds like this is a "can't miss" experience!

Luke Bryan Scores His First No. 1 Album in Billboard

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:25:36 +0000

Luke Bryan just checked another item off his bucket list. The country fan favorite's new collection 'Spring Break ... Here to Party' opened in the No. 1 position on the Billboard charts -- selling more copies than stars like Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean, and even out-selling a collection of unreleased tracks by legendary rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix.

Luke Bryan Parties With Spring Breakers In Panama City

Christina Vinson — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 20:11:14 +0000

Luke Bryan proved you’re never too old to have a little fun on spring break this week. The singer took his ‘Spring Break … Here to Party’ album and catalog of hits to Panama City, Fla. for a wild show at the Spinnaker Beach Club on Tuesday and Wednesday night. The new album is Bryan’s first [...]

Luke Bryan Gets His Flirt on With 'Chelsea Lately' Staffer

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 12:49:59 +0000

As he makes the rounds to promote his 'Spring Break...Here to Party' record, Luke Bryan paid a visit to 'Chelsea Lately' to have a little one-on-one chat with the acid-tongued host. Turns out they talked quite a bit about his ACM Awards co-host Blake Shelton's drinking habits, but the funniest part of this clip is when Sarah Colonna, a 'Chelsea' staffer, showed up, clearly crushing on the country cutie. That's when Bryan gets his flirt on.

Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan Joke About Preparing to Host the ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 17:13:22 +0000

Country's funny men Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan are set to co-host the ACM Awards this year, and the duo good-humoredly admit that so far, preparations for the gig haven't been quite as smooth as they might wish -- partly because they're so busy with their separate careers.

Luke Bryan Brings 'Buzzkill,' 'Drunk on You' to the 'Ellen' Stage

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 22:31:41 +0000

Luke Bryan brought a dose of his signature buzz to afternoon TV while promoting his latest release. The country hitmaker and Ellen DeGeneres have a thing, since he's served as the red carpet correspondent at country awards shows a few times, bringing hilarious commentary to her show during those dripping-with-celebs events.