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Loretta Lynn Postpones Concerts, Will Undergo Knee Surgery
Loretta Lynn is as tough as they come, but even for the queen of 'Fist City,' at 78-years-old, knee surgery is going to make you miss a few concerts. The country legend announced she'd have to postpone her March dates until an unspecified date in the future.
Howard Stern Says Scotty McCreery Is the Best ‘American Idol’ Singer
Radio legend Howard Stern has declared that country singer Scotty McCreery is the best of the season 10 'American Idol' contestants, and further, the one most likely to have a career when the show is over.
Taylor Swift to Star in ‘Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax’ Animated Film
Taylor Swift has landed an important role in Universal's big-screen adaptation of 'Dr. Seuss' The Lorax,' an animated movie that retells the plot of the original story, where a young boy meets a creature called 'The Lorax' that is fighting to protect the surrounding environment. The film will also star big-time Hollywood actors Danny DeVito, Ed Helms, Zac Efron and Betty White.
John Oates Goes Back to His Roots On New Solo Album
John Oates, the frequently moustached half of soulful pop superstars Hall & Oates, returns to the Americana sound of his early career on his upcoming solo album 'Mississippi Mile.'
Brad Paisely Raves About Working With Alabama and Building His Own Fishing Pond
Brad Paisley talked to Buffalo's WYRK radio about his new single 'Old Alabama,' driving the pace car at this year's Daytona 500, and building a fishing pond on his property.
Keith Urban, ‘Without You’ – Video Spotlight
Keith Urban shares personal home movies with his fans during his new video 'Without You,' including images of his wedding to actress Nicole Kidman and scenes of the couple frolicking on the beach.
Corey Smith, ‘Twenty-One’ – Song Spotlight
Corey Smith remembers eagerly waiting to reach the legal drinking age, and years later, looking back longingly at that same year, in his new single, 'Twenty-One.' The song comes from his forthcoming album 'The Broken Record.'
Trace Adkins, ‘Just Fishin” – Song Spotlight
Trace Adkins takes his daughter out for a special day they'll remember forever, even if she doesn't realize it yet, on his new single 'Just Fishin.'' The song is the first taste of his upcoming tenth studio album.
Loretta Lynn Now Thinks Getting Married at Age 13 Was ‘A Bad Thing’
In a wide-ranging interview published this week, country legend Loretta Lynn admits that getting married at the age of 13 may not have been the best idea. She also humorously refers to Garth Brooks as a "little booger."
Darius Rucker and Adele, ‘Need You Now’ (Lady Antebellum Cover) – Video Spotlight
Darius Rucker helped Adele perform a cover version of Lady Antebellum's 'Need You Now' on CMT's 'Artists of the Year' special. Their performance of the song also appears on the deluxe edition of Adele's chart-topping new album, '21.'