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Tim McGraw Reveals How He Learned of His True Paternity

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:03:36 +0000

Tim McGraw‘s father was late Phillies relief pitcher Tug McGraw, who died of brain cancer in 2004. While the two didn’t form a strong relationship until Tim was 18, the ‘Highway Don’t Care’ singer revealed to Larry King how he discovered his birth certificate and thus uncovered his true paternity. McGraw responded to King’s question [...]

Tim McGraw: Taylor Swift Can Date Whoever She Wants

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:43:19 +0000

Tim McGraw has made no secret of his fandom for fellow performer Taylor Swift. He invited her to collaborate with him on his current single, 'Highway Don't Care,' and she's also taking part in his upcoming TV special, 'Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night.' But although he's older and more experienced than Swift, McGraw says there's one area that he wouldn't dream of giving her advice about -- her dating life.

Tim McGraw Dishes on What to Expect on Two Lanes of Freedom Tour

Christina Vinson — Tue, 07 May 2013 11:07:23 +0000

Tim McGraw has been touring for so long throughout his illustrious country music career, it’s like second nature to him. However, like any artist, he wants to give his all on every single tour, and the ‘Highway Don’t Care’ hitmaker dishes on what to expect with this summer’s run. McGraw tells GAC that his Two Lanes of Freedom [...]

Tim McGraw Explores Dangers of Texting and Driving in Powerful 'Highway Don't Care' Video With Taylor Swift, Keith Urban

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:49:29 +0000

Tim McGraw‘s ‘Highway Don’t Care’ video is like a mini-movie, which isn’t surprising, since the singer has had plenty of big screen experience as an actor in full-length films. The clip acts as somewhat of a PSA to warn of the dangers of texting and driving. But it’s not that simple. The video features McGraw [...]

Tim McGraw Takes Us Behind the Scenes of 'Highway Don't Care' Video With Taylor Swift, Keith Urban

Christina Vinson — Sun, 05 May 2013 14:07:43 +0000

Ever since Tim McGraw performed his new single 'Highway Don't Care' at the 2013 ACM Awards -- joined by the lovely Taylor Swift and guitar superstar Keith Urban -- fans have been clamoring to see the music video for the heartfelt song. With the video release just around the corner, McGraw opens up behind-the-scenes to give us exclusive look at Swift's role.

Tim McGraw to Give Away More Homes to Veterans on Two Lanes of Freedom Tour

Christina Vinson — Sat, 04 May 2013 20:13:53 +0000

Tim McGraw continues to demonstrate his big-hearted generosity through big gifts. Really big gifts. On his 2013 Two Lanes of Freedom Tour, he will once again partner with Chase and Operation Homefront to give away more mortgage-free homes to military veterans and their families. This is the second year McGraw has done Operation Homefront after successfully launching [...]

Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw + Taylor Swift Among People's Most Beautiful

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:11:01 +0000

People magazine has issued a preview of its upcoming yearly Most Beautiful People list, and this year's roundup includes several of country's top stars. Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift were all named to the list in 2013. The magazine asked each of the stars to explain what they've learned about themselves that makes them feel beautiful.

Tim McGraw Reveals He'd 'Love' to Do a NASCAR Movie

Christina Vinson — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:43:10 +0000

Tim McGraw would love 'two lanes of freedom' to push the pedal to the metal and live out his NASCAR dreams. He recently admitted that not only does he love watching the stock car racing event, he would also like to do a movie about it, so he can experience flying around the track.

Family Comes First for Tim McGraw

Megan Pacella — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:41:26 +0000

Despite his storied music career and dozens of awards, Tim McGraw is about as down-to-earth as it gets. As successful as his music career has been for the past few decades, McGraw is still quick to admit that his family comes first -- no matter what.

Tim McGraw and Friends Get Together for 'Superstar Summer Night' – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:09:17 +0000

Tim McGraw is a popular man. For his upcoming special 'Superstar Summer Night' -- which taped on April 8, the day after the ACM Awards -- he celebrated by performing with a host of friends from all genres, including his beloved country pals and a bunch of pop stars.

Tim McGraw Says He Always Seeks Faith Hill's Opinion on Songs

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:03:09 +0000

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill are one of country music's power couples, but their music is very different. In recent years Hill has incorporated more of a progressive pop/AC element into her songs, while McGraw favors contemporary country-rock productions. But when it comes to choosing songs, McGraw says he still listens to his wife's advice.

Tim McGraw Celebrates Country Music in 'Nashville Without You' Video

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 14:15:11 +0000

Country superstar Tim McGraw returns to his roots for his new video ‘Nashville Without You,’ which celebrates both the legacy of country music, and the artists who make the music happen. The track itself is a musical departure from some of the singer’s recent efforts, which have either been more rock-edged (‘Truck Yeah’) or middle-of-the-road [...]

March 28th In Country Music History

Skeeter Nash — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:55:27 +0000

1975: Dolly Parton racked up her fifth number one hit with "The Bargain Store." The song's success was considered a surprise because some radio stations refused to play it. They felt the lyrics -- "the bargain store is open, come inside"—were a little too “suggestive!"

1980: Tom T. Hall rejoined the Grand Ole Opry.

1993: Willie Nelson performed a benefit concert in Hillsboro, Texas to raise money for the restoration of Hill County Courthouse, which had been destroyed by fire.

Tim McGraw Dishes on Taylor Swift's Big Impact on Country Music

Christina Vinson — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:37:16 +0000

When superstar Taylor Swift penned ‘Tim McGraw’ years ago, she probably had no idea that in the future, the icon would passionately discuss his deep admiration for her, even diving into how she changed country music in a very special way. “She’s great. You know, I’ve been a fan of Taylor so long… She actually toured with [...]

Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley + Lady Antebellum Added to 'ACM Presents Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:55:03 +0000

Tim McGaw's 'Superstar Summer Night' is shaping up to be one star-studded event, thanks to a continually evolving lineup. New additions to the already all-star lineup include Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley and Lady Antebellum. But it's not just country acts that are going to rock out with McGraw. Pitbull, the Cuban pop star known for his addictive Latin dance jams and 'hip-pop' tracks, is also newly slated to perform.

Items From Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line Thomas Rhett + More Added to Music for Newtown Auction

Billy Dukes — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 15:25:52 +0000

Tim McGraw concert tickets and an autographed Florida Georgia Line poster are amongst items country fans may be interested in when the Music for Newtown auction begins on March 25. Additionally, the Avett Brothers and Thomas Rhett have donated items to benefit the families of victims and first responders from the December tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.

Tim McGraw's Rep Slams Tabloid Report of 'Secret Son'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:07:34 +0000

A representative for Tim McGraw is emphatically denying a tabloid report published this week that claims the singer has a “secret son” with a former flame, saying the story is merely slanted to try to sell magazines. According the the National Enquirer, before McGraw married Faith Hill he was engaged to Kristine Donahue, a divorcee [...]

Off the Air With Jeremy: Tabloids Shouldn't Exploit Celebrities

Jeremy Robinson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:00:25 +0000

Jeremy Robinson is the host of Taste of Country Nights, a syndicated radio show that airs on 41 stations across the United States on weeknights. Radio has been his passion since the age of nine, when he “hosted” a show out of his bedroom. After almost 16 years on the air, country music isn’t just [...]

Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift + More to Perform on Tim McGraw's 'Superstar Summer Night'

Megan Pacella — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 12:13:44 +0000

Tim McGraw has put together an unbeatable lineup to perform on his CBS special, 'ACM Presents: Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night.' In addition to country stars Taylor Swift, Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean, R&B artist Ne-Yowill make an appearance.

Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw Named Top Country Earners of 2012

Christina Vinson — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:50:20 +0000

While the music industry is full of musicians who are still trying to 'make it,' Billboard has compiled a list of forty musicians who have been successful in 2012, at least according to their pocketbooks. Many fan-favorite country artists made the cut, an example of the popularity of country music today.