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Brad Paisley to Appear on 'Nashville' Season Finale

Christina Vinson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:35:49 +0000

When the first season of ABC’s drama ‘Nashville‘ winds up next month, fans will spot one of the Music City’s biggest stars on their television screens, as singer Brad Paisley will appear on the show’s finale. According to Extra, Paisley will play himself and perform with characters Rayna (Connie Britton) and Deacon (Charles Esten). His appearance may come as [...]

Country Music Hall of Fame to Shine Spotlight on ABC's 'Nashville'

Megan Pacella — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 18:39:26 +0000

Can’t get enough of the television series ‘Nashville‘? You’re not alone. That’s why the Country Music Hall of Fame in Music City is going to devote an entire exhibit to highlighting the ABC series that put Nashville in the homes of viewers all over the country. The CMHoF will unveil the exhibit, called ‘Nashville: Like [...]

Is Hayden Panettiere Secretly Engaged?

Christina Vinson — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 20:07:10 +0000

The plot of ABC’s ‘Nashville‘ is thickening, but this time it’s off-screen! Is Hayden Panettiere, star of the hit television show, secretly engaged to her Ukranian boyfriend, Wladimir Klitschko? US Weekly reports that the actress is planning her wedding, although she’s keeping it ultra-secretive, according to a source. ”Very few people know, and she isn’t wearing her [...]

'Nashville' Creator Callie Khouri Supports Taylor Swift's Tried and True Formula

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:13:30 +0000

Last week, we reported that the oft-criticized Taylor Swift had an unlikely ally in feminist punk rocker Kathleen Hanna. But Swift has also earned respect from other people in different arms of the entertainment field. Like screenwriter and 'Nashville' creator Callie Khouri, 55, who said that she supports Swift's formula since it's brought the '22' singer as much success as it has criticism. And you can't argue with success. Let the haters hate.

'Nashville' Going on Tour?

Christina Vinson — Sat, 16 Mar 2013 15:35:40 +0000

When the popular television series ‘Nashville‘ finishes up its successful first season, fans may be able to click off their TVs and see the stars onstage, as it’s rumored to be heading out on the road. According to the Hollywood Reporter, while ‘Nashville’ may begin touring, it will not feature the show’s biggest stars, Connie [...]

Kip Moore, Vince Gill Headed to 'Nashville'

Christina Vinson — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:01:55 +0000

Lights, camera, action! Kip Moore and Vince Gill are getting ready to jump offstage and on-camera for an appearance on the hit show 'Nashville.'

The pair -- along with Pam Tillis -- won't have to reach too far out of character, as they'll be playing th

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.

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles and Family Make the Move to Nashville

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 18:41:18 +0000

Georgia girl Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland has made some major life changes in the past few months. She and husband Justin Miller welcomed their first child, son Magnus Hamilton, on Dec. 6, 2012. They also decided to move their nest from Atlanta to Nashville, purchasing a farm in the area!

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 [...]

Whiskey Helped Connie Britton Prepare for Singing on 'Nashville'

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 15:00:33 +0000

'Nashville' star Connie Britton is no stranger to singing in public, but the roles that made her famous on shows like 'Spin City' and 'Friday Night Lights' didn't focus on her voice. The actress admits that preparing for her role as country superstar Rayna Jaymes meant getting some special help from an old country music standby -- in this case, whiskey.

'Nashville' Star Hayden Panettiere Splits With Scotty McKnight

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 13:23:42 +0000

Actress and singer Hayden Panettiere has reportedly broken up with her boyfriend of a year and a half, former New York Jets wide receiver Scotty McKnight. Us magazine reports that the 23-year-old star of ABC’s ‘Nashville‘ and McKnight, 24, ended their relationship recently due to “distance and different personalities.” Panettiere has been living in Nashville [...]

2013 Golden Globe Nominees Include Keith Urban, Taylor Swift + 'Nashville' Stars

Billy Dukes — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:00:10 +0000

Country stars have found a shining spot among the 2013 Golden Globe nominees, which were announced on Thursday morning (Dec. 13). Taylor Swift, Keith Urban and the two leading actresses on the ABC drama 'Nashville' are all included on the ballot for the Jan. 13 NBC broadcast.

Hayden Panettiere Involved in Nashville Car Accident

Billy Dukes — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 18:02:08 +0000

'Nashville' star Hayden Panettiere was involved in a two-car accident earlier this month, caused by her alleged failure to stop at a red light and the other driver's improper merge. No one was seriously hurt, but both the BMW and a Geo Prism were towed from the scene.

Big Machine Records to Release 'Music of Nashville' Soundtrack

Megan Pacella — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 21:00:39 +0000

If you can't get enough of the music on ABC's 'Nashville,' you're in luck. Powerhouse country label Big Machine Records -- home of Taylor Swift and Tim McGraw -- will release an 11-song soundtrack for the popular new drama on Dec. 11.

Carrie Underwood Insists Nashville Isn't as Scandalous as the Show Lets On

Cory Stromblad — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:03:54 +0000

'Nashville' has given some much-deserved press to Music City since its premiere earlier this year, but Carrie Underwood insists that the drama in the tension-filled plot lines of the new ABC series are not really an accurate representation of the country music industry.

Hayden Panettiere 'Keeping Fingers Crossed' for a Future in Country Music

Jessica Nicholson — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 13:00:02 +0000

Is ‘Nashville’ actress Hayden Panettiere using her role as the up-and-coming country music sensation Juliette Barnes as “practice” for her very own country music career? It seems likely. “I recorded an album when I was younger, and I always said that if I was going to go back to music, I would do country,” the [...]

Garth Brooks, Connie Smith Hall of Fame Induction

Skeeter Nash — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 12:41:40 +0000

Garth Brooks, Connie Smith and legendary Nashville session musician Pig Robbins’ Country Music Hall Of Fame induction ceremony will take place this Sunday (10/21) at 3p (CT) in the Music City. Fans are invited to join the festivities that will include red carpet arrivals, trivia and giveaways. “It’s so exciting, I’m trying to be somewhat professional [...]

Hayden Panettiere Admits Her 'Nashville' Character Was Inspired by the 'Incredibly Interesting' Carrie Underwood

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 20:00:28 +0000

'Nashville' star Hayden Panettiere has already dismissed rumors that her contentious character on the new ABC series is based on Taylor Swift, but the actress-turned-small-screen-singer has admitted that fellow blonde beauty Carrie Underwood served as muse for the fictional Juliette Barnes character. Well, at least one aspect of her.

'Nashville' TV Show 2012 Commercial – What's the Song?

Megan Pacella — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 13:00:25 +0000

With a name like ‘Nashville,’ ABC’s new fall drama about the country music industry in Music City is expected to have an awesome soundtrack. And a new promo leading up to the show’s debut didn’t let us down. Can you name the song — from a Tennessee-based group, of course — that’s playing in the background of the new ‘Nashville’ commercial?

Lady Antebellum's Dave Haywood Buys $2.1M Home in Nashville

Megan Pacella — Fri, 25 May 2012 18:00:08 +0000

Since Lady Antebellum snagged the New Artist of the Year award at the 2008 CMAs, they have racked up countless new awards and added a handful of No. 1 hits to their name. Naturally, along with great country music success comes a little extra spending money. And since Lady A’s Dave Haywood just purchased a $2.1 million home for himself and Kelli Cashiola, his new bride, we have an inkling that the popular trio isn’t hard up for cash these days.