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Jana Kramer Dishes on the New Lady in Brantley Gilbert's Life

Megan Pacella — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:00:52 +0000

You wouldn't think that Jana Kramer would be cool with her fiance having a new lady in his life -- but she's not threatened. The 'Whiskey singer recently admitted that Brantley Gilbert has been spending a lot of his free time chatting with their wedding planner.

Brantley Gilbert Talks Outnumber Hunger, His New Dog Junior + Why He Fears Tim McGraw

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:44:07 +0000

Brantley Gilbert is participating in the Outnumber Hunger program, alongside his label Big Machine, General Mills and Feeding America. He spoke to Taste of Country about his involvement in the initiative, as well as his new pup Junior and his upcoming tour w

Brantley Gilbert's a Bad Boy in Dark-Rinse Jeans, a Leather Cuff + More – Get the Look

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:00:56 +0000

Brantley Gilbert isn't your typical country singer -- especially in terms of his style and his attire. You won't see him in boots and ten-gallon hats. No, his style of country dress is more like a rocker, with his dark jeans, baseball caps, wallet chains and stylish accessories like leather cuffs and dog tags. Those are Gilbert's signature.

Brantley Gilbert on His Relationship With Jana Kramer: 'Who Knew?'

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 22:00:08 +0000

An outsider may look at the rough-and-rowdy Brantley Gilbert and actress and model-turned-country singer Jana Kramer and wonder why they work so well together. It sounds like they do, too. In an interview with Taste of Country, Gilbert described his relationship with his fiance with one simple phrase...

Brantley Gilbert Talks About a Vegas Wedding with Jana Kramer

Christina Vinson — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 22:00:41 +0000

Brantley Gilbert and Jana Kramer are still planning their wedding amidst their busy music careers, but their lips are sealed on when, exactly, they'll tie the knot. However, there's one thing they are sure about: they won't be waking up in Las Vegas as husband and wife.

Win a Signed Brantley Gilbert CD and Tickets to a Show of Your Choice

Taste of Country Staff — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:00:10 +0000

ACM-nominated singer Brantley Gilbert has a schedule full of headlining dates for 2013, as well as a new album planned for later in the year. You can find out why he was chosen as a New Artist of the Year nominee at one of his shows this spring or summer, after listening to your autographed copy of the Gold-certified 'Halfway to Heaven' album.

Brantley Gilbert Wants to Make His Music Global

Christina Vinson — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 15:26:27 +0000

After playing in Europe for the first time, Brantley Gilbert came back with a passion for making his music global, discovering that the message of music can make it a small world after all. The ACM New Male Vocalist of the Year explains what sparked his interest in touring with his passport, saying to GAC TV, “When somebody that [...]

Brantley Gilbert Previews New Song, 'One Hell of an Amen'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 18:30:25 +0000

Brantley Gilbert just got back from his first USO tour, and the experience of performing for our troops overseas inspired him so much that he has written a new song, 'One Hell of an Amen,' even posting a preview to the demo track exclusively for his fans -- and evidently without the permission of his record company.

Brantley Gilbert Set for First USO Tour Overseas

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:15:31 +0000

Fast-rising country star Brantley Gilbert has toured extensively, but he's getting ready to take on a whole new challenge. The 'Country Must Be Country Wide' singer is scheduled to undertake his first USO tour this spring, performing for American troops stationed in Itlay and the Middle East.

Hunter Hayes, Dierks Bentley, Brantley Gilbert + More Announced as ACM Awards Performers

Christina Vinson — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:50:39 +0000

The country music party of the year just got a little more star-studded with the announcement of additional ACM Awards performers. With some of the biggest names in country music have already been announced for this highly-anticipated event, Hunter Hayes, Dierks Bentley, and Brantley Gilbert are the icing on the cake.

Jana Kramer Recalls First Meeting With 'So Cute' Brantley Gilbert

Christina Vinson — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:00:26 +0000

Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert are making plans to tie the knot, but have you ever wondered how the two met in the first place? Apparently Kramer wasn't thinking romantic thoughts when she saw Gilbert for the first time, but eventually, the ACMs nominee won her heart.

ACM Party for a Cause Festival Combines Country Music With Charitable Giving

Megan Pacella — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 14:56:32 +0000

The only thing better than hanging out outside and watching your favorite country artists perform is doing so with a good conscience. The Academy of Country Music's Party for a Cause Festival in Las Vegas brings The Band Perry, Dierks Bentley and other ACM-nominated artists to a festival that will benefit a number of non-profit organizations.

Brantley Gilbert Reveals Why Jana Kramer Dubbed Him a 'Groomzilla'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 22:49:43 +0000

We smell a reality show in the making! Jana Kramer revealed that her fiancé, fellow country singer Brantley Gilbert, is a "groomzilla," a counterpart to a bridezilla, who is typically obsessed with all things wedding, and it's not always pleasant. Gilbert has since explained what he did to be slapped with such a title, but it's not what you might think.

Keith Urban Announces Date, Lineup for 2013 We're All for the Hall Benefit Concert

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:49:21 +0000

Keith Urban will momentarily step away from his ‘American Idol‘ duties to host his fourth-annual We’re All for the Hall benefit concert, scheduled for April 16 at Nashville’s Bridgetone Arena. This year’s concert has adopted a ‘Rebels and Renegades, the Outlaws are IN’ theme and will feature performances from country music’s most rebellious artists, including [...]

Brantley Gilbert and Jana Kramer Separate Business and Romance in Battle for ACM New Artist of the Year Award

Megan Pacella — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 21:32:06 +0000

It's official! The nominations for the 48th annual Academy of Country Music awards are in, and Brantley Gilbert and his new fiance Jana Kramer are going up against each another for the New Artist of the Year Award.

Jana Kramer Recounts Sweet Engagement Story

Cory Stromblad — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 21:00:12 +0000

Hopeful romantics would be hard pressed to find an engagement story as perfect and picturesque as Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert‘s sentimental tale. In a recent radio interview with WYCD, Kramer shares that her prospective groom popped the question in a place that perfectly symbolizes the relationship between the two rising country stars: the historic [...]

Brantley Gilbert and Jana Kramer Will Record Music Together… Eventually

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:00:38 +0000

Brantley Gilbert will say “I do” to more than walking down the aisle with his bride-to-be, Jana Kramer. The ‘More Than Miles’ singer says that he and Kramer will definitely collaborate together musically… in time. “We have written a couple of songs together, and they are really good, so that may be something we do [...]

Cute Kids Singing Country Songs – Brantley Gilbert, 'Kick It in the Sticks'

Billy Dukes — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 19:36:10 +0000

Hat backwards and read to rock -- that's Jagger getting ready to lay down his version of the country-rock hit 'Kick It in the Sticks' by Brantley Gilbert. The 5-year-old doesn't have all the words quite down, but he's captured the essence of what Gilbert is talking about in the song. The superstar would be proud to see this kid rocking out in the front row at one of his shows... assuming it was at an all-ages venue.

Brantley Gilbert Interview: ACM New Artist Nominee Reveals What Keeps Him Out of Trouble

Billy Dukes — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 23:00:28 +0000

It's January, and Brantley Gilbert has already announced the following for his 2013 itinerary: he's touring with Tim McGraw this summer (that's after his headlining tour finishes), he's been nominated for the New Male Vocalist ACM award (vote here), he's already on an episode of 'Nashville' on ABC, and he's finished the early stages of recording his new album, the follow-up to the critically and commercially successful 'Halfway to Heaven.' Oh, and he's just gotten engaged. Phew!

Jana Kramer Shows Off Her Gorgeous Engagement Ring From Brantley Gilbert

Christina Vinson — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:00:41 +0000

Jana Kramer has a lot to show off these days. The 29-year-old 'Whiskey' singer has a hot country album, a nomination for Best New Vocalist at the ACMs, and a devoted husband-to-be -- singer Brantley Gilbert. While those are all brag-worthy, we bet the No. 1 item Kramer wants to show off right now is her gorgeous new engagement ring.

Taylor Swift vs. Brantley Gilbert vs. Scotty McCreery – Taste of Country Bowl Semi-Finals 2013

Taste of Country Staff — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 16:30:18 +0000

The most hotly-contested round of the 2013 Taste of Country Bowl ended Sunday evening (Jan. 20), with Scotty McCreery sitting just ahead of Brantley Gilbert. Close inspection of the voting revealed some discrepancies however, and as a result, these Semi-Finals will put forth an unprecedented three-way challenge in the name of fairness. McCreery, Gilbert and Taylor Swift -- who topped Lady Antebellum during Round 2 voting -- will face off to see which team can move forward into the final round.

Brantley Gilbert and Jana Kramer Get Engaged

Billy Dukes — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 21:33:12 +0000

Brantley Gilbert celebrated his 28th birthday on Sunday (Jan. 20) by proposing marriage to his girlfriend, ‘Whiskey’ singer Jana Kramer. Kramer gave an enthusiastic “Yes!” meaning the two are now engaged. “We could not be happier,” the country couple tells People. “We are so excited to share this special time with our loved ones and cannot [...]

See a Photo of Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young on the Set of 'Nashville'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:00:15 +0000

By now, you should have your calendar marked for the Wednesday, Jan. 23 episode of ABC's 'Nashville,' since superstars Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young will be making cameos as themselves while fraternizing at a party. Well, if you can't wait two more days to watch the show, then you can whet your appetite by checking out this photo of the handsome twosome from the show.

Brantley Gilbert Already Has at Least Nine Songs for New Album

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 18:00:21 +0000

Brantley Gilbert started his new project with an astonishing 250 songs in consideration. However, the singer says that he has nearly completed his third album, with nine strong contenders already chosen for the follow-up to his 2012 gold-selling disc, ‘Halfway to Heaven.’ “This one’s definitely gonna be rockin’,” Gilbert tells Billboard in a recent interview. [...]

Brantley Gilbert vs. Scotty McCreery – Taste of Country Bowl 2013, Round 2

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 21:30:21 +0000

The Round 2 matchup between Brantley Gilbert and Scotty McCreery may break the internet. The two artists have very different fanbases -- both willing to stand up and be counted again and again. If this Taste of Country Bowl pairing was a real football game, each play would fall in the "three yards and a cloud of dust" variety. Who can score the winning touchdown?

Jana Kramer Confirms She and Brantley Gilbert Are Living Together

Cory Stromblad — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 20:00:36 +0000

Jana Kramer has confirmed that she and Brantley Gilbert have taken their relationship to a new level — living together. In an interview with CMT Radio Live’s Cody Alan set to air next Tuesday (Jan. 15), the ‘Whiskey’ singer shares that she is indeed living with her country superstar boyfriend, and that Gilbert even chips [...]

Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young Set for 'Nashville' Cameos

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:00:20 +0000

DVR alert! Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young are ready for their close-ups. That is, their small screen close-ups. Gilbert and Young are two of the hottest young male stars in country music, and they will both make cameos on one of the hottest hit dramas of the 2012-2013 TV season. The guys will guest on [...]

Brantley Gilbert Gets Destructive in 'More Than Miles' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:00:13 +0000

In his new 'More Than Miles' video, Brantley Gilbert shows that he has more than just musical talent -- he's also a rather skilled actor! The clip features performance footage of the singer spliced with plot scenes where he is the protagonist, an on-the-road drifter who gets a little destructive in his hotel room.

Miranda Lambert vs. Brantley Gilbert – Taste of Country Bowl 2013, Round 1

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 20:00:09 +0000

Two country outlaws square off in this playoff matchup to find the top team in country music. Brantley Gilbert's BG Nation is up against Ran Fans this week. Can the 'More Than Miles' singer find the support he needs to move on to the quarterfinals? Or will Miranda Lambert's faithful followers once again prove why she's consistently named the top female vocalist in country music?

Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert Reportedly Buy a House Together

Megan Pacella — Fri, 28 Dec 2012 15:00:15 +0000

Things seem to be going well for Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert, as is evident by a rumored recent purchase -- and it's a big one.

The fellow country singers' romance has been heating up this winter, and apparently that's been topped by Kramer a