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Tate Stevens, 'Tate Stevens' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:09:18 +0000

The debut effort from Tate Stevens is about as straight-forward of a country album as you'll find. 'Tate Stevens' is an end cap-at-Walmart sort of record that proves the 'X Factor' winner can compete with the big names in Nashville.

Tate Stevens' Hometown Honors Him on Water Tower

Christina Vinson — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 20:13:25 +0000

Winning Season 2 of 'X Factor' has helped Tate Stevens reach his goals, with a record deal, the hot new single 'Power of a Love Song' on country radio, and an upcoming full-length album release. With all of his success, he never forgot about the small town he grew up in -- and now Belton, Mo. is giving back to him by honoring Stevens on their water tower.

Tate Stevens Explores a Longterm Relationship in 'Power of a Love Song' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 13:30:08 +0000

Tate Stevens‘ video for his big ballad ‘Power of a Love Song’ not only shows off the emotive and twangy voice that won the second season of ‘X Factor’ last December. It also captures the spirit of young love, which develops into a lifelong romance. The clip traces every critical moment, from stolen kisses in [...]

Tate Stevens Reveals Track Listing and Cover Art for Self-Titled Debut

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 17:07:02 +0000

Tate Stevens sure has fast-tracked his country career since winning Season 2 of 'X Factor' last December. While Season 1 winner Melanie Amaro deals with a string of flopped singles and no release date in site for her debut album, Stevens is wasting no time at all and is cruising in high gear. He has revealed the track listing and the cover for his self-titled debut, out April 23 via Syco Music/RCA Nashville.

Tate Stevens and Fans Rock Out, Drink Pepsi in 'Holler If You're With Me' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 15:17:16 +0000

Tate Stevens, the winner of the second season of American 'X Factor,' has dropped his new video for 'Holler if You're With Me.' He's wasting no time capitalizing on the big win this past December, and we can't say we blame him. The iron is hot and the time to strike is... NOW! That said, the clip is a hybrid of a music video and a Pepsi commercial, and not his first official single.

Tate Stevens, 'Power of a Love Song' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:49:52 +0000

'X Factor' winner Tate Stevens plays it safe with his debut country single. 'Power of a Love Song' is a soaring ballad that showcases his vocal talents -- Stevens is a truly fine vocalist -- but prevents him from revealing the slightest bit of personality to those who didn't watch the Fox television show.

Tate Stevens of 'X Factor' Signs With Sony Nashville

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 13:57:38 +0000

‘X Factor‘ winner Tate Stevens has signed an exclusive recording contract with Syco Music/RCA Records Nashville — a deal reportedly worth $5 million. Stevens, 37, took home the top honors last month after beating out teenage powerhouse Carly Rose Sonenclar for the grand prize. The Missouri native performed a selection of hits from country superstars [...]

Tate Stevens to Perform on Fox's 'New Year's Eve Live!'

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 15:57:34 +0000

Phillip Phillips, out. Tate Stevens, in! The 2012 ‘American Idol’ winner is being replaced by the 2012 ‘X Factor’ winner on Fox’s ‘New Year’s Eve Live!’ event. Due to a scheduling snafu, Phillips is dropping out of his planned performance on the celebratory special, and Stevens, who was crowned the Season 2 winner of ‘X [...]

'X Factor' Winner Tate Stevens Is Headed to Nashville, Home of Country Music

Megan Pacella — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 01:03:16 +0000

In case you haven’t heard the news, country music hopeful Tate Stevens took home the winning prize on the latest season of ‘X Factor.’ Not wanting to rest on his laurels, Stevens is heading to Nashville to try to break into the country music scene. According to MJs Big Blog, Stevens and his entire family [...]

Tate Stevens Wins Season 2 of 'X Factor'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 03:21:21 +0000

Congrats to future country superstar Tate Stevens. He was announced as the winner of Season 2 of 'X Factor' during Thursday's (Dec. 20) season finale, capping off a week of reality singing competition shows that were dominated by country wins. Remember, Blake Shelton and his pop-country protege Cassadee Pope notched the Season 3 win on 'The Voice.'

Tate Stevens Sings Randy Houser's 'Anything Goes' on 'X Factor,' Judges Anoint Him Next Country Star

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:00:57 +0000

Tate Stevens made quite the impression on Wednesday’s (Sept. 19) episode of ‘X Factor.’ The singer, 37, performed Randy Houser‘s ‘Anything Goes’ at the Kansas City auditions and was quickly anointed the next country star by the panel of judges. Before he opened his mouth to sing a note, Stevens exhibited a larger-than-life, fun personality. [...]