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Jana Kramer vs. Thomas Rhett – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:59:02 +0000

Chris Young's new song 'Aw Naw' is now amongst a select group of songs enshrined in the Taste of Country Showdown Hall of Fame. A fifth straight win over the weekend means his new single is retired, and two new challengers will square off. Both of today's contestants are featuring third singles from debut albums.

Jana Kramer, 'I Hope It Rains' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 07 May 2013 13:00:23 +0000

'I Hope It Rains' makes three heartbreaks in three singles for Jana Kramer. The new track from her self-titled debut album is more fun than the bittersweet 'Why Ya Wanna' and catchier than her Top 30 hit 'Whiskey.' The singer finds that sweet spot between revenge and psycho and works the vocals into a potential hit.

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 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.

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.

Jana Kramer Follows Her Heart in 'Heart of the Country' Trailer

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 18:00:26 +0000

Jana Kramer's acting career is nearly as red hot as her country music career and her relationship with fiance Brantley Gilbert. The singer and actress stars in the upcoming 'Heart of the Country,' a dramatic and romantic film in which her character is forced to dig deep and take a long, hard look at her heart in order to remember what's truly important.

Trailer for Jana Kramer Film 'Approaching Midnight' Released

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 18:17:42 +0000

While we usually associate singer Jana Kramer with country music and with her fiancé Brantley Gilbert, she is also an accomplished actress who starred in 'One Tree Hill.' Additionally, Kramer has a role in an upcoming, war-themed drama called 'Approaching Midnight.'

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.

Gary Allan and Jake Owen to Headline ACM Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas

Megan Pacella — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 23:17:18 +0000

Las Vegas is going to be the place to be in early April, thanks to several country music performances leading up to the ACM Awards on Sunday April 7. The ACM Fremont Street Experience Festival will begin at 9 PM on April 5 and 6 in downtown Vegas with must-see country stars Gary Allan and Jake Owen headlining the event.

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 Accepts a Marriage Proposal From Another Man

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:52:24 +0000

Jana Kramer is newly-engaged to Brantley Gilbert, but that didn’t keep the ‘Whiskey’ singer from accepting another marriage proposal from someone else… for the sake of raising funds for St. Jude Children’s Hospital, of course. During a recent benefit for the non-profit organization in Wichita, Kansas, Kramer encouraged a fan to join her onstage to [...]

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 [...]

Chris Janson vs. Jana Kramer – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:00:51 +0000

Country newcomer Chris Janson shocked readers and listeners on Taste of Country Nights radio by topping Lady Antebellum and their new song 'Downtown' on Friday. His rowdy rehabbed bad boy anthem 'Better I Don't' was a big hit with fans, and he used Facebook to get the word out. The result: a narrow win over the superstar trio.

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.

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 [...]

Jana Kramer Releases Heartbreaking 'Whiskey' Video

Megan Pacella — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:00:19 +0000

Since Jana Kramer released ‘Whiskey,’ the second single off of her self-titled debut country album, the forlorn love song has been tearing up the country charts. Now Kramer has released a video that helps tell the story behind this fan-favorite tune. If you’ve heard ‘Whiskey,’ you know that it doesn’t tell a love story with [...]

Blake Shelton to Embark on 2013 Ten Times Crazier Tour

Megan Pacella — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 18:00:46 +0000

He’s back! After months of recording seasons of ‘The Voice,’ Blake Shelton is gearing up for another headlining tour — and this time around, he promises to perform even more shows than he did during his previous nationwide trek. Last year, Shelton rode on his sold-out Well Lit and Amplified Tour. But he insists that [...]

Newcomer Awards Nominees Announced for 2013 ACMs

Megan Pacella — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:00:28 +0000

Do you have a favorite newcomer to the country music scene? If so, now is your chance to vote for your favorite new artist. The Academy of Country Music and Great American Country announced that voting for the categories of New Female Vocalist, New Male Vocalist and New Vocal Duo or Group for the Academy of Country Music Awards will open on Monday, Jan. 21.

Florida Georgia Line vs. Jana Kramer – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 15:00:42 +0000

Can anyone stop Florida Georgia Line? The country newcomers' fans have proven they're just as excited by the duo's second single 'Get Your Shine On' as they were about 'Cruise.' Yesterday and last night on Taste of Country Nights radio, the new song took 75 percent of the vote to top Blake Shelton's latest.

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 [...]

Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Jana Kramer Named to Men's Health 'Hottest Women of 2013′ List

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 20:30:24 +0000

What do Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Jana Kramer have in common, besides being stunningly beautiful and infinitely talented country stars? Well, these three lovely (and leggy) ladies were named to the Men's Health list of 'Hottest Women of 2013.'

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

Brantley Gilbert Plans Romantic Post-Birthday Surprise for Jana Kramer

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:30:28 +0000

Rising country star Jana Kramer might not have had the greatest birthday, but her boyfriend -- fellow country star Brantley Gilbert -- sure knew how to make it up to her. After the singer fell ill, her man surprised her by planning a romantic ice skating date for two.

Brantley Gilbert, Kip Moore + More Are New Faces of Country Music for 2013

Alanna Conaway — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 23:00:17 +0000

After much consideration and voting, the Country Radio Broadcasters (CBR) have come to a final decision about which country music newcomers will make up the 2013 New Faces showcase, which will be held next year during Country Radio Seminar (CRS). Valory’s Brantley Gilbert, MCA’s Kip Moore, Elektra/W.A.R.’s Jana Kramer, Mercury’s Easton Corbin and Republic Nashville’s [...]

Thompson Square vs. Jana Kramer – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 15:00:35 +0000

One more win for Thompson Square and they join a select group of artists enshrined in the Showdown Hall of Fame. Once again, the duo relied on a late push from fans to get their new ballad 'If I Didn't Have You' to the winner's circle. Today and tonight on Taste of Country Nights radio, they'll face off against another hot newcomer.

Jana Kramer's 'Whiskey' Video Shows Her Super Country Side

Megan Pacella — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:30:10 +0000

Country girl Jana Kramer released her video for ‘Whiskey,’ her second single, recently, and it’s so charming that country fans can’t get seem to get enough. The song details Kramer’s complicated feelings for a man who keeps burning her and leaving her wanting more — just like a shot of whiskey. Get it? But the [...]

Jana Kramer Hospitalized

Billy Dukes — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 00:39:10 +0000

Jana Kramer cut short a show in West Palm Beach, Fla. and was taken to the hospital after falling ill on Saturday night (Dec. 1). Her boyfriend, fellow country singer Brantley Gilbert, was also at the WIRK Country Christmas show and was able to swoop in to carry her off of the stage when it became clear she couldn't continue.

Jana Kramer, 'Whiskey' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 14:00:16 +0000

Jana Kramer‘s ‘Whiskey’ lyrics — penned by songwriters Catt Gravitt and Sam Mizell — were just too good to resist for the newcomer, who chose the song as the second single from her debut album. And as Mizell tells Taste of Country, the hit began as just a title. “I am one of those writers [...]