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Chris Young vs. Lee Brice – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:59:14 +0000

2013 summer tourmates battle in the first Showdown of the week. Chris Young and Lee Brice will both be part of Brad Paisley's Beat This Summer Tour when it begins this Thursday in St. Louis, Mo. Only one will have bragging rights, however. It's up to fans to decide who has the better song.

Tyler Farr Calls on Friends in 'Redneck Crazy' Video

Megan Pacella — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 15:15:41 +0000

Anyone who has been through a breakup knows that it takes a village to recover from a broken heart. That's why Tyler Farr called on his country music buddies Colt Ford and Lee Brice and 'Duck Dynasty's' Willie Robertson to join him for his music video for 'Redneck Crazy.' Moral of the story: Don't mess with country boys.

Lee Brice, 'Parking Lot Party' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:00:23 +0000

Songs like Lee Brice‘s new single ‘Parking Lot Party’ are easy to dismiss. It doesn’t pack near as much punch as ‘I Drive Your Truck,’ but that’s far from his intent. The South Carolina-raised singer is looking to add to the tailgate soundtrack, and at this he’s successful. ‘Parking Lot Party’ is a song best [...]

Lee Brice, 'I Drive Your Truck' – Lyrics Uncovered

Megan Pacella — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:00:55 +0000

Lee Brice‘s ‘I Drive Your Truck’ lyrics are intense enough to make even a grown man cry. But the emotional ballad only becomes more of a tear-jerker when you learn that it was inspired by a real-life situation. Songwriter Connie Harrington first thought of penning a song called ‘I Drive Your Truck’ when she saw [...]

Jerrod Niemann on Lee Brice's Fizzled Bachelor Party: 'We Never Left the Building'

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 16:30:41 +0000

Old buddies Lee Brice and Jerrod Niemann were both in Las Vegas for the ACMs over the weekend, and since Brice's wedding is coming right up, they thought it would be a good time for a big bachelor party. But far from a rip-roaring wild time, they ended up enjoying a fairly tame evening -- at least by the standards of their younger days.

Lee Brice Talks Relaxing in Vegas for ACM Awards and Emotional 'I Drive Your Truck'

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 16:00:40 +0000

Lee Brice has been on a huge roll lately, with his last two singles both reaching the top spot on the Billboard country chart and a nomination for Song of the Year in the Academy of Country Music Awards. His latest single is also headed for No. 1, and in a new interview, the singer-songwriter reveals how he balances the enormous workload that comes along with his success.

Lee Brice to Play Producer for New Duo

Christina Vinson — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 16:00:15 +0000

Singer-songwriter Lee Brice is wearing several hats these days, including fiance, father, hitmaker of No. 1 singles, current tourmate of Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley, and upcoming tourmate of Brad Paisley. Believe it or not, he's ready to add one more hat to the pile, as he's going to play producer for new duo American Young.

Brad Paisley Announces Beat This Summer Tour

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:58:30 +0000

We can't think of a better way to beat the summer heat than with some live country music, doled out by Brad Paisley. The singer, who is gearing up for the April 9 release of 'Wheelhouse,' has announced the first leg of his Beat This Summer Tour.

Lee Brice and Fiancee Pick a 'Neutral' Wedding Destination

Christina Vinson — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 12:58:37 +0000

Lee Brice is a busy man these days, as he's opening for Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley and planning a honeymoon. But he's found time to pick the perfect wedding destination with fiancee Sara Reeveley.

Brad Paisley Taking Chris Young and Lee Brice on Tour?

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 19:00:46 +0000

If the just-announced lineup for the 2013 Baierl Subaru Country Megaticket event is any indicator of Brad Paisley's pending tour plans, it seems as though the 'Southern Comfort Zone' singer has enlisted Chris Young and Lee Brice as touring buddies for his upcoming headlining run.

Lee Brice Wants Honeymoon to Be a Surprise for His Bride-to-Be

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:00:30 +0000

Lee Brice will marry to his longtime girlfriend Sara Reeveley in April, and when they go away for their honeymoon, the 'Hard to Love' singer says he wants a trip that will be a big surprise for his soon-to-be-wife.

Florida Georgia Line vs. Lee Brice – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:00:54 +0000

The new single from country newcomers Florida Georgia Line moves on once again. For the second night in a row, the duo watched as fans voted 'Get Your Shine On' past the competition. 'Whiskey' by Jana Kramer put up a good fight, but votes tallied yesterday and last night on Taste of Country Nights radio favored the 'Cruise' hitmakers.

Lee Brice Has 'Fresh' Christmas Album on His Bucket List

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:00:52 +0000

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas for Lee Brice. The 'Hard to Love' hitmaker reveals that he wants to record a Christmas album, but with a twist -- instead of yet another in the endless parade of half-baked 'White Christmas' renditions already out there, the singer-songwriter would like to make a holiday album that includes a lot of new material.

Lee Brice vs. Carrie Underwood – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 15:00:30 +0000

Lee Brice fans ganged up on Big and Rich Friday night to send the singer's new song 'I Drive Your Truck' to a new round of the Showdown. The ballad led early and pulled away late during Taste of Country Nights radio. He'll need much, much more support to topple today's challenger, however.

Big and Rich vs. Lee Brice – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 15:00:28 +0000

Big and Rich needed every last vote, literally, to top Kix Brooks's new song on the Showdown yesterday and last night on Taste of Country Nights radio. 'Party Like Cowboyz' won by just two votes, the smallest margin of victory ever. The duo will need those voters to return -- and to bring friends -- on Friday.

Lee Brice Gets Personal in Emotional 'I Drive Your Truck' Video

Megan Pacella — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:00:53 +0000

Lee Brice‘s heart-wrenching song, ‘I Drive Your Truck, becomes deeply personal in the music video, as Brice plays the songwriter who carries on his late friend’s legacy by driving his truck. The country singer Brice is a songwriter himself, but when he heard this song — penned by Jessi Alexander, Connie Harrington and Jimmy Yeary — [...]

Lee Brice Explains Why His Hard Work Is Finally Paying Off

Billy Dukes — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:00:53 +0000

Lee Brice fans have long wondered what took so long. The singer and 2012 CMA New Artist of the Year nominee has recently notched back-to-back No. 1 hits after six years of struggling to keep songs on the charts. During a recent conversation with Taste of Country Nights radio host Jeremy Robinson, Brice explained why his time is now.

Lee Brice, 'I Drive Your Truck' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:00:40 +0000

Lee Brice has released the song from ‘Hard 2 Love’ that his fans have been begging to hear on the radio. ‘I Drive Your Truck’ is the singer-songwriter’s most emotional lyric to date, and one that will leave more than a few grown men dabbing their eyes. Oddly, Brice didn’t write the song. Jessi Alexander, [...]

Best Title Track of 2012? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 19:30:19 +0000

This week, Toby Keith released the song 'Hope on the Rocks' as his new single. The title track from his latest album is the seventh of its kind -- songs that are also album titles -- to be released to country radio in 2012. Which is the best of the bunch? Decide in today's readers poll.

Lee Brice Scores Back-to-Back No. 1 Hits With 'Hard to Love'

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 13:00:55 +0000

What's sweeter than scoring your first No. 1 song? How about having the follow-up single also top the charts? If that's sweet, then Lee Brice is feeling cavities. 'Hard to Love,' the second single from Brice's sophomore album of the same name, has been in a steady climb to the top, and this week it sits pretty at No. 1 on both the Billboard and Mediabase / Country Aircheck charts.

Lee Brice – Scary Tour Bus Accidents

Billy Dukes — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 20:34:12 +0000

Lee Brice knew what fire smelled like on Jerrod Niemann's bus, because his own had caught fire just months earlier. The 'Hard to Love' singer was sleeping when he and his bandmates were rushed off the bus in Mesa, Ariz. in Jan. 20

2012 CMA New Artist of the Year Award Prediction? – Readers Poll

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 18:00:10 +0000

The five nominees for the 2012 CMA New Artist of the Year award reached their current levels of fame in very different ways. Thompson Square might be the only true "new artist," meaning an act that was previously unheard of before releasing a smash debut album. The others are no less deserving, however. This is an interesting category that will be fun to watch on Nov. 1. Who do you think will win the New Artist of the Year award at the 2012 CMAs?

Lee Brice Interview: New Artist Nominee Reveals CMAs Hopes, Tear-Jerker Next Single and the Truth About Life on the Road

Billy Dukes — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:00:30 +0000

"It's nice just to be nominated" -- you hear that line every award season, and with the CMA Awards coming in two weeks, the chorus is sure to get stuck on repeat. Lee Brice is up for the New Artist of the Year Award, a deserving honor after a monster year that included an ACM Award, a platinum selling chart-topper in 'A Woman Like You' and a new album that rides a wild emotional rollercoaster.

Lee Brice Interview Part 2: New Artist Nominee Reveals CMAs Hopes, Tear-Jerker Next Single and the Truth About Life on the Road

Billy Dukes — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:57:05 +0000

(Continued From Part One)

Wedding planning... How is that coming along?

It's coming good. I'm basically gonna take the month of April off. We're gonna get married in April and I'm gonna go home for a

Lee Brice Petitions for CMAs Votes With Hilarious Viral Campaign Videos

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 20:00:11 +0000

Has Lee Brice petitioned to include his name as a last minute addition to the upcoming Presidential election ballot? Well... not quite, but the 'Hard to Love' singer has released a series of hilarious campaign videos, which spoof typical political warfare tactics in an effort to sway voters of his own. The 'Hard to Love' singer is hoping that when deciding the fate of the New Artist trophy for the upcoming CMA Awards ceremony, industry reps will choose him.

No. 18: Lee Brice, 'Love Like Crazy' – Top 100 Country Love Songs

Megan Pacella — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 18:00:39 +0000

Some of the best country love songs tell the story of how a man and wife survive long marriages without parting ways. That's exactly what Lee Brice's single 'Love Like Crazy' is about. In the song, a man promises his wife that he will continue to be her best friend a

Lee Brice's 'Hard to Love' Is Certified Gold

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 21:00:57 +0000

Lee Brice‘s streak of success is not showing any signs of slowing, and he is now celebrating a little more. His latest single and the title track to his current album, ‘Hard to Love,’ has been certified gold for digital downloads exceeding 500,000 copies sold. ‘Hard to Love’ is the second single off of Brice’s sophomore [...]

Lee Brice Writes and Records Anthem for College Football Team Clemson Tigers

Alanna Conaway — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 16:00:45 +0000

Are you ready for some college football? Well Lee Brice is, since the Clemson Tigers college football team has handpicked him to write and record their gameday anthem -’Orange Empire’- for the kick-off of the team’s new season. Brice penned ‘Orange Empire’ with two of his frequent co-writing pals, Billy Montana and Brian Davis. Fans [...]

Before They Were Famous: Lee Brice

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:00:48 +0000

Before, and perhaps during, college at Clemson University, Lee Brice helped out at his father's commercial electric business in his hometown of Sumter, S.C. It's likely he didn't spend too much time 100 feet in the air in a tiny bucket during his tenure with dad, however. "I honestly am pretty terrified by heights," he admits during a recent episode of GAC-TV's 'Day Jobs.'

60 Seconds With Lee Brice

Billy Dukes — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 13:30:59 +0000

After discussing his latest album, 'Hard 2 Love,' and the emotional toll being a touring artist can take on relationships, Lee Brice had a minute -- literally, one minute -- to talk about the truly important things in life.

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