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Tim McGraw Empowers Fan Fighting Cancer With Heartfelt Kiss

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:00:57 +0000

Country music superstar Tim McGraw thrilled a fan who is battling cancer by acknowledging her at his concert in Burgettstown, Penn. this past Saturday night (May 18). The photo showing the singer giving Shirlene Borsos a tender kiss on the head has since become a viral internet sensation.

Miranda Lambert to Aid Animal Rescue Efforts in Moore, Oklahoma

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:36:26 +0000

Miranda Lambert's soft spot for animals is well known in country music circles. The singer has her own animal rescue organization, and she's agreed to pitch in to help take care of the many animals displaced by the devastating tornado which hit Moore, Oklahoma on Monday (May 20).

Toby Keith Heads Home to Oklahoma, Surveys Damage From Deadly Tornado

Christina Vinson — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:55:46 +0000

Toby Keith only recently got back into the United States after his latest USO tour, and was actually in Moore, Oklahoma right before the deadly tornado struck on Monday (May 20), but left for Nashville to record new music just hours before it touched down. When he heard about the wreckage and devastation the storm caused, he returned to his hometown the next day, ready to help and assess the damage.

Kellie Pickler Wins 'Dancing With the Stars'

Billy Dukes — Wed, 22 May 2013 03:02:57 +0000

Kellie Pickler has been named the winner of Season 16 of 'Dancing With the Stars,' besting Disney star Zendaya in the final two. "Grandpa Ken, we got you the trophy buddy," partner Derek Hough shouted, referring to the man who raised Pickler. NFL player Jacoby Jones finished third, with gymnast Aly Raisman finishing fourth.

Oklahoma's Country Stars Send Messages to Those Hit by Moore Tornado

Billy Dukes — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:15:11 +0000

Monday's (May 20) devastating tornado in Moore, Okla. touched the hearts of country music's biggest stars, and more than a few were left worrying about friends and family they knew in the area. The state is home to some of the biggest names in country music -- Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Vince Gill and Blake Shelton are just a few who have roots there, with one superstar having grown up in Moore.

NBA Star Dwyane Wade Surprises Teen at Prom [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:27:06 +0000

There are a lot of athletes out there who give off the impression that they are all big and bad. People assume that because they play tough, that they are tough off the field. While in some cases that may be true, not everyone is like that, like Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade for example.

Tim McGraw Reveals How He Learned of His True Paternity

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:30:36 +0000

Tim McGraw‘s father was late Phillies relief pitcher Tug McGraw, who died of brain cancer in 2004. While the two didn’t form a strong relationship until Tim was 18, the ‘Highway Don’t Care’ singer revealed to Larry King how he discovered his birth certificate and thus uncovered his true paternity. McGraw responded to King’s question [...]

How George Jones Wanted to Be Remembered

Billy Dukes — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:55:25 +0000

George Jones was aware of his legacy at least as far back as 2005. That's when he conducted an interview with Taste of Country sister station WGNA in Albany, N.Y. and talked about how he'd like to be remembered. The Possum considered the good and bad of how he'd lived and summed it up for his audience.

Remember When George Strait Went to Prison?

Billy Dukes — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:02:32 +0000

It was the wildest show behind bars, and George Strait was in the thick of it for one year in the early '80s. He wasn't the only one. Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Tom T. Hall … they all did time behind the walls of the Huntsville Unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Randy Travis Sues to Stop Release of Naked Arrest Video

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:00:55 +0000

Randy Travis was arrested last August for a DWI, obstruction and retaliation after crashing his Trans Am, then verbally threatening the police officers who responded to the scene. The singer was naked at the time of his arrest, and now he has filed suit against the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Office of the Attorney General to prevent the release of the arrest video.

Willie Nelson Gives Big to Devastated West, Texas Area Following Explosion

Christina Vinson — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:30:43 +0000

Willie Nelson has made a lasting and memorable contribution to country music, solidifying his status as an icon. At 80, he continues to make himself known — not only in music, but also as a kind heart. The singer recently turned his birthday bash into a benefit for the victims of last month’s West, Texas fertilizer [...]

Remember When Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney Got Arrested at a George Strait Concert?

Leslie Reynolds — Thu, 16 May 2013 19:01:34 +0000

Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney are two of the hardest-working, most down to earth and most respected men in country music. But they are human, and sometimes humans do stupid things, just like you and me. Just like they did back in 2000 when they got in trouble with the law after opening for the King of Country.

RTX-Clusive: William Clark Green Joins Us + Debuts Four Tracks off 'Rose Queen'

Buddy Logan — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:03:29 +0000

The new William Clark Green album, "Rose Queen" is finally out. And the follow up to his 2011 record "Misunderstood" is easily his most personal to date. Green, who was the 2012 TRRMA New Male Vocalist of the Year, called in for the exclusive radio debut of four cuts off "Rose Queen," including the title track, "Dead or in Jail," "Take Me Away," and his current single "She Likes the Beatles.

George Strait Inviting Kenny Chesney on Tour in 2014?

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:00:43 +0000

George Strait is getting set to wrap up the 2013 leg of his two-year farewell tour in his home town of San Antonio, but he’ll be back next year — and ‘warns’ fans to expect the unexpected. In fact, fellow superstar Kenny Chesney might be involved. “We’ve got some surprises up our sleeve, so next [...]

Remember When Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert Fell in Love Onstage?

Billy Dukes — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:57:33 +0000

Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert's anniversary is May 14, but knowing what we know now, another date is just as important. In 2005 fans saw a dopey grin on Shelton's face that was much more than one singer admiring another in song. As Lambert sang her portion of 'You're the Reason God Made Oklahoma' during the CMT '100 Greatest Duets' concert, the 'Honey Bee' star fell hard.

Natalie Maines: Country Music 'Burned My Ears'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:23:29 +0000

Dixie Chicks lead singer Natalie Maines recently released her first rock solo album, 'Mother.' In a new interview to promote the disc, she reveals that she's more at home in that genre than she ever was in country.

Angelina Jolie Reveals She Had A Double Mastectomy

Lucky Larry — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:33:27 +0000

In an effort to bring more awareness to breast cancer and general women's health, Angelina Jolie revealed in a open letter through the New York Times that she had a double mastectomy back in February as a preventative measure against the disease.

Celebrities Pay Tribute to Cancer Patient by Covering His Hit Song [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:05:10 +0000

Just over a year ago, we brought you the amazing story of Zach Sobiech. Zach was a 17 year old boy who was diagnosed with a rare form of untreatable cancer. Zach wrote a song called "Clouds" to tell his loved ones goodbye. The song went viral and became a hit. Well as Zach continues his battle, a few well known supporters of his decided to do their own version of his song.

Miranda Lambert's Mom Comments on Singer's Pregnancy Rumors

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:00:32 +0000

Miranda Lambert‘s mom, Beverly Lambert, has heard all the rumors about a baby being in the singer’s belly. And she’s quick to dismiss them. She says she’d be the first to know if her only daughter was pregnant, and she hasn’t heard a thing. “They are totally not expecting!” Mrs. Lambert told RadarOnline. “And I’m [...]

Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles Shares First Photo of Newborn Son Magnus

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:30:39 +0000

Sunday was the first Mother's Day for Sugarland singer Jennifer Nettles. She celebrated the holiday with another big first -- she debuted her son Magnus Hamilton Miller, born Dec. 6, 2012.