Rodney Atkins is currently looking for material for the follow up to his successful CD, If You’re Going Through Hell, and even though he doesn’t want to duplicate the smash title cut, Rodney hopes to find songs that “will equally inspire folks.” Now that he has a track record of success, Atkins tells The Tennessean, “That’s the kind of songs that we’re trying to find, and that I’m trying to write. I’m not looking for ditties, I’m looking for anthems, songs for the ages.” Rodney predicts his new record will be in stores by the end of this year.
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Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Faith Hill and a host of others discuss turning 40 in the latest issue of /Country Weekly/ magazine, which hits newsstands today. The stars reveal how they keep looking and feeling good as they approach or after they’ve reached the big 4-0. Faith gives her take, sharing, “I don’t want to sound like a Hallmark card, but to be able to wake up each day with food and shelter, that alone is good.” Tracy Lawrence adds, “I hope I can perform until they wheel me away.”
Gary Allan, Terri Clark and Chris Cagle also offer their thoughts to the article.
The Tennessean, “It’s an honor that really is one of my proudest because of how emotionally connected to me it will always be.” His mother, father, stepmother and an aunt will attend the festivities. Dwight shares, “I realize by the grace of God and the love of these wonderful and humble and decent folks that I’ve had opportunities that they didn’t have. Because of their striving and overcoming obstacles, I was able to hopefully give back through my music… It really means everything to me that my mother will be able to be there and be a part of that moment.”
Crystal Gayle, producer Norro Wilson, Florence Henderson and jazz musician Les McCann will also be inducted this evening.
Rodney Atkins was home with his family during the deadly tornadoes that swept across the state earlier this month. If it hadn’t been for a brief break in the tour he is on, Rodney would have been on the road with Brad Paisley, leaving wife, Tammy Jo, son Elijah, 6, and teenage stepdaughters to endure the chaos alone. Luckily, the family escaped harm from the strong winds except for damage to outdoor possessions. Rodney tells The Tennessean, “We had an above-ground pool and deck and it was just completely blown apart. Our dog pen was blown over, and Elijah’s playground was blown 50 yards away.”
Brad Paisley until the first week in March. He’s recently added another bus to his fleet in order to take his whole family with him this summer when he hits the road with Brooks & Dunn. He shares, “It just wasn’t fair to my wife, sharing a bus with 14 guys, and it’s like camping for Elijah. He takes his Wiffle ball and his bicycle. If it was up to Elijah, he would stay out there.”
Carrie Underwood’s constant companion on the tour circuit is her rat terrier, Ace, who travels with his own suitcase full of toys. Fans may have seen him in her new video for “All American Girl.” She tells The Citizens Voice newspaper, “My dog is a great stress reliever. He’s my kid who I get to take care of and put my energy into.” Ace has been quickly gathering his own fan club. Carrie claims, “People love him. This Christmas, I got him a little T-shirt that states ‘Practically Famous.'’
Tony Romo and Gossip Girl actor Chace Crawford, Carrie wants people to know “they can’t believe 100 percent what they read in those tabloids.” Carrie shares, “Being a journalism student, one of the first things you learn is to print the truth and to not misquote people. So, it’s really tough to read all these things that aren’t true about me.” For the record, Underwood declined to comment on her relationship with Crawford, stating, “Sometimes you just have to keep some things personal just for yourself.”
Craig Morgan has decided to leave his record label, Broken Bow Records, according to AllAboutCountry.com. He shares, “It’s been a good six years with BBR, but now it’s time to move forward. This is a pivotal time for the music industry, and I’m really looking forward to exciting and innovative new opportunities to bring my music to the fans.” Morgan’s hits include “That’s What I Love About Sunday,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “Almost Home,” “Tough,” and his current Top 10 hit “International Harvester.”
Craig plans to announce the details of his new record label affiliation in the coming weeks.
Nashville Star ,the reality show, is back on the hunt for the next country star. Casting has begun, starting with regional calls, and then finishing with the big national open calls.
Check out this link to see where casting is coming NEAR YOU!
Dierks Bentley sure knows how to throw a party! Two nights prior to Sunday’s Grammy Awards, Dierks performed at a Hollywood nightclub, The Knitting Factory, for an audience of industry folks, contest winners and a few lucky members of the public. During the concert, Dierks welcomed Miranda Lambert to the stage for a duet version of “Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way.” Then, Brad Paisley made his entrance to cheers from the crowd. He and Dierks proceeded to tear into “Folsom Prison Blues” and the Buck Owens classic, “Act Naturally.” Later in the set, which included plenty of hits and previews of a few new songs, Bentley invited Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready to join him in performing a couple of tunes. Dwight Yoakam also made an appearance on stage. Finally, in recognition of Dierks’ four Grammy nominations, his fan club presented him a “gold record award.” Bentley reacted, “I don’t usually have a place for music awards in my house, but I’m making an exception for this one.”
Jewel believes she fits in the country genre much better. In fact, she says, “If I was being discovered living in my car today, I think I would definitely be classified as a country artist.” Jewel explains, “Pop music right now has turned very urban and beat-driven and I’ve always been a storyteller. I like a song to have a beginning, middle, and an end. I’m very lyric-driven. And country radio is still a place where the lyric is appreciated and people like to hear a story.” Jewel’s debut country album, Perfectly Clear, is scheduled for release on June 3. The CD’s first single, “Stronger Woman,” has already made a splash onto the country charts.
strong>SHeDaisy resurfaces with a hits package. The sister trio will release /The Best of SHeDAISY/ today.The collection includes twelve of their biggest hits including the group’s breakthrough “Little Good-Byes” as well as the lighthearted fan favorite “Don’t Worry ‘Bout A Thing,” and the Desperate Housewives inspired “God Bless The American Housewife.” Kristyn Osborn co-wrote 11 of the 12 tracks on the album.
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