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Taylor Swift Peaks on Forbes List, Follows With $4 Million Donation
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Just after coming in at No. 11 on the Forbes' Top 100 Most Influential Entertainers list, Taylor Swift is dropping a ton of cash in Nashville. Don't worry though, it's for a great cause!
The 22-year-old singer has announced her donation of a whopping $4 million to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum...
In House With Robin Meade
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Robin Meade is easily recognized as the host of HLN's "Morning Express" but she's also been making headlines in Nashville, 250 miles from her Atlanta home, working on a country-music career. In this exclusive video interview, the singer-songwriter dishes details on her debut album Brand New Day and how newsmakers have inspired her tunes, even if the songs aren't exactly
Hank Williams Jr. and Justin Timberlake Bond Over Hunting, May Record Song Together
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Tennessee-born entertainer Justin Timberlake hasn't forgotten his country roots. The "Sexy Back" singer/actor recently took fiancee Jessica Biel, business partner Trace Ayala and mom Lynn to a Hank Williams Jr. concert.
Backstage, the 31-year-old Timberlake bonded with Bocephus himself over turkey hunting and a possible future collaboration...
Billy Ray Cyrus’ Mother Ruth Ann Casto Hospitalized
Billy Ray Cyrus' mother, Ruth Ann Casto, is in critical care after being hospitalized over the Easter weekend.
"Please say a prayer for my Mom 'Ruthie,'" the country singer tweeted on Sunday. "She is in critical care at the hospital this morning...
Kellie Pickler, ‘American Idol': Singer Performs ‘Where’s Tammy Wynette’ (VIDEO)
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Kellie Pickler returned to 'American Idol' last night for a rousing performance of 'Where's Tammy Wynette.' As The Boot previously reported, the country star announced that she would hit the stage that made her famous to perform a cut from her latest record, '100 Proof...
In House With Craig Morgan: ‘This Ole Boy’ Talks Acting Aspirations & Sentimental Songs
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Craig Morgan is a natural in front of the camera, probably because he's had a lot of practice throughout his 12-year, multifaceted career. As the Tennessee native walks into our AOL Music studios in New York City, he carries with him the confidence of a country music superstar -- and TV star, too...
Punch Brothers’ Chris Thile Embraces ‘Relative Incompetence’
Punch Brothers frontman Chris Thile has the demeanor of a world-class pitcher. While upon the mound of his Brooklyn, N.Y., progressive bluegrass outfit, he clutches his mandolin, fingers across the frets like the stitching of a baseball, waiting to release the heat...
Jason Aldean, Kelly Clarkson Grammys 2012: Duo Perform ‘Don’t You Wanna Stay’ (VIDEO)
Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson brought sexy back to the 54th annual Grammy Awards with their chart-topping 'Don't You Wanna Stay.' The pair performed a rocking rendition of their Grammy-nominated duet at a night that has been overshadowed by the recent death of Whitney Houston...
Levon Helm Grammys 2012: The Band Drummer Wins Best Americana Album
Levon Helm's 'Ramble At The Ryman' has won Best Americana Album at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards. The former the Band singer and drummer had won the same prize for the Grammy's inaugural Americana award in 2010 for 'Electric Dirt.'
Helm beat out country and Americana stalwarts Ry Cooder, Lucinda Williams, Emmylou Harris and Linda Chorney for this year's top honor...
The Civil Wars 2012 Grammys: Duo’s Double Grammy Wins for ‘Barton Hollow’
The Civil Wars' 'Barton Hollow' is the winner of Best Folk Album at the 2012 Grammys, with its title track also winning Best Country Duo or Group Performance.
"I just lost a bet. I bet a man a bottle of whiskey this would not happen, and he just called me out for it," singer John Paul White said during the pre-telecast awards...