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The 45th Annual Country Music Association Awards was a big night for some of country's hottest stars. Taylor Swift was named Entertainer of the Year joining Barbara Mandrell as only the second female in CMA history to be named Entertainer of the Year twice. Taylor may have received the night's … [Read more...]
Trace Adkins and Kristin Chenoweth have been announced as hosts of the second annual American Country Awards. Adkins also hosted last year's show which featured performances and appearances by some of country's top artists including Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton and … [Read more...]
GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE FOR THE CHANCE TO SEE BRAD & BLAKE IN CONCERT! Do you have a little country in your blood? Join LifeSource and US99.5 for their Country Music Blood Drives on Saturday, July 23, at four suburban Chicago locations. Donate blood for the chance to win lawn tickets to see … [Read more...]
New Music Review: When it comes to Blake Shelton, he is not just a wonderful singer with a melodious voice that contains an extremely pleasing drawl (ladies really do love country boys), he provides personality, charm and charisma that reaches far beyond the song. While listening to his … [Read more...]
Out of all of the area country shows, this summer concert is by far one of my favorites. Since its inception back in 2005, with the exception of a few, I’ve attended the majority of the downstate “Concerts for a Cause” and since the crowd seems to get bigger-and-bigger each year, obviously, … [Read more...]
Eau Claire, Wisc. - Country Jam 2011 is nothing short of what the title suggests. Packing a full-fledge country fest into three days, this annual Wisconsin-based festival provides fans with the total experience. Staring Thursday, July 22, through Saturday, July 24th, mega-mainstream acts such as … [Read more...]
Discount rates for northwest Wisconsin Country Music Festival to end May 1. The Eau Claire, Wisc., based Country Jam USA will end its seasonal early-bird promotion on Sunday, May 1, 2011. After the promotion expires, the three-day general admission ticket prices will increase by $30, to … [Read more...]
The 46th annual Academy of Country Music Awards will broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3, at 7 p.m. central time on the CBS Network. Compared to other televised music industry awards show, the country-only shows provide fans with the ultimate viewing … [Read more...]
Mark your calendars! The summer Wisconsin country music festival season is quickly encroaching upon us. To ensure the most bang-for-your-buck, purchase your tickets and camping packages soon to take advantage of the early-bird discounts. Here's a summery of what's headed to our favorite backyard … [Read more...]
Grammy Awards Recap: Taking home five wins out of six nominations; country music’s Lady Antebellum nearly swept the annual awards program. Up against some of the biggest names in the music business, country music’s Lady Antebellum will bring home two of the most prestigious Grammy awards. … [Read more...]
