Amanda Hensel
Taylor Swift Releases New Song ‘Safe and Sound’ for ‘Hunger Games’ Soundtrack
Taylor Swift is gifting her fans with a special song release this holiday season. The 22-year-old pop-country icon tweeted a link to a new song, ‘Safe and Sound,’ late Thursday night. The track hails from the soundtrack to the ‘Hunger Games’ movie, which hits theaters in March.
Lady Antebellum Show Their Christmas Spirit in Funny New Video
Lady Antebellum couldn’t let 2011 fade into 2012 without wishing their fans a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. In their latest webisode, which wraps up the first leg of their Own the Night Tour, Hillary Scott gives viewers some insight into what, exactly, the boys do on the bus while they’re on the road — and it may surprise you.
Blake Shelton to Perform on ‘New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly’
NBC just announced the lineup for their big New Year’s Eve show, and unlike many ball drop events, they didn’t forget to include a little country music. ‘The Voice’ coach and favored ‘Honey Bee’ hitmaker Blake Shelton will take the stage on ‘New Year’s Eve With Carson Daly’ alongside fellow judge Cee Lo Green, hip-hop’s Drake, pop’s Jessie J, Tony Bennett and the comedy styling of Jimmy Fallon, am
Taylor Swift Rumored to Appear on Cover of Vogue’s February Issue
Though the year is still alive and kicking, rumors have already begun churning about hot happenings that may take place in 2012 — for instance, Taylor Swift‘s Vogue cover. According to talk around the web, the 22-year-old singer is said to be the face of the February issue.
Miranda Lambert Explains Why She’s Waiting to Have Kids
Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton have only been married for a few months, but nevertheless, they get asked regularly when they’re planning to expand their country brood with kids. Lambert appeared on ‘The Talk’ on Monday to chat about her music with the circle of ladies, and she also answered the ever-pressing question again.
John Rich Finds Irony in Scoring Six Drink Tickets on Southwest Flight
Just a few weeks ago, John Rich was kicked off of a Southwest flight home to Nashville for being too drunk. So you can imagine why he found it especially ironic that while boarding yet another Southwest flight early Tuesday morning, he received not one, but six free drink tickets.
Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood Engaged
It seems that Christmas came a little early for Lady Antebellum‘s Dave Haywood. With only a few days to spare in 2011, the guitarist officially got engaged to girlfriend Kelli Cashiola, who is a longtime friend of his.
Scotty McCreery and Taylor Swift Parodied in ‘Saturday Night Live’ Skit
Scotty McCreery can now add being mocked on ‘Saturday Night Live’ to his ever-growing ‘you know you’ve made it when’ list. Singer Michael Buble appeared on the show on Saturday (Dec. 17) as the musical guest, and got a chance to show his funny side in a funny skit promoting his “new Christmas album,” ‘Michael Buble Christmas Duets,’ which features ‘The Trouble With Girls’ singer, as well as Taylor
Jason Aldean Praises Taylor Swift for Bringing New Fans to Country Music
It’s no secret that Taylor Swift is popular among the younger generation, girls especially — even the singer herself recognizes that she’s a role model for millions. In a new interview with USA Today, ‘Tattoos on This Town’ crooner Jason Aldean tips his hat to the 22-year-old songstress, praising her for the innovative way in which she has expanded country music’s audience.
Brad Paisley Working on New Album in 2012, Reflects on Tragedy That Scarred Him
Next year will be a big one for Brad Paisley. In a recent interview with USA Today, the CMT ‘Artists of the Year’ honoree revealed that in addition to his huge Camobunga! Tour, he’ll also be working on a new album. 2012 is slated to be a year of “intense creativity.”
Lady Antebellum Perform ‘We Owned the Night’ on ‘Good Morning America’
Lady Antebellum stopped into the ‘Good Morning America’ studios bright and early this morning, eager to chat about another record-breaking year and perform their latest hit, ‘We Owned the Night.’ Hillary Scott, whose husband-to-be Chris Tyrrell was in tow to play drums during the appearance, reflected on 2011 and admitted that the band certainly does have plenty to be thankful for.
Lauren Alaina to Headline New Year’s Eve Special
This year, ring in the New Year right with a little bit of country music! Lauren Alaina will kick off the festivities on Fox’s ‘American Country New Year’s Eve Live’ special, which will air at 11PM ET on Dec. 31.