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KNUE's 'Artist Spotlight' of the Week: Zac Brown Band [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:13:59 +0000

In 2002, a very talented country/folk band, The Zac Brown Band, was born out of Atlanta, Ga., and boy am I glad they did! Since then, front man of the group, Zac Brown, started his own label and the rest is history. The group’s story is fascinating. Zac’s other love besides music, is food and [...]

Zac Brown Thinks It's Great That 'Real Music' Is Back in the Spotlight

Christina Vinson — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 17:34:46 +0000

While Zac Brown Band has been in the spotlight for a few years now, with a total of three Grammys and a whole lot of success to go along with 'em, they're just happy that great music is shining in the ever-changing music industry.

Zac Brown Band Crowd the 2013 Grammys Stage to Accept Best Country Album

Billy Dukes — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 03:37:33 +0000

The Grammy Awards continue to be good to Zac Brown Band. There hasn't been a year that the country group has been nominated that they haven't taken home an award, and 2013 was no different. Their new album 'Uncaged' was named Best Country Album at the 2013 Grammy Awards.

Micah Johnson Wins His Way to Hollywood Singing Zac Brown Band's 'Chicken Fried' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:42:30 +0000

24-year-old singer Micah Johnson astonished the judges on ‘American Idol‘ by delivering a note-perfect rendition of Zac Brown Band‘s ‘Chicken Fried’ — despite the fact that his voice has been damaged by a surgical mistake. Johnson had to have his tonsils out, and during the procedure his surgeon hit some nerves, leaving him with a [...]

Zac Brown Band Hoping to Expand Audience With More Overseas Shows in 2013

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 20:00:25 +0000

With nine No. 1 singles and more than eight million singles and albums sold, the Zac Brown Band have conquered the country music market at a rapid pace since first debuting in 2008. How do the 'Goodbye in Her Eyes' hitmakers hope to elevate their red-hot careers leading into 2013? Global domination.

Best Country Albums of 2012 — Amy's Top 5 [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 19:45:48 +0000

As 2012 comes to a close, I thought about all the amazing music this year has brought. There was a slew of great country songs and it’s a challenge to just pick a few of my favorites, but I think I’m up for the task. I chose to highlight the country albums I thought were [...]

Zac Brown Sued for Copyright Infringement by Ex-Employee

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 19:00:03 +0000

Zac Brown Band front man Zac Brown is being sued in a Georgia court by a former employee of one of his subsidiary companies. Kyle Landas, who worked for the singer-songwriter at a custom leather studio that he owns in Georgia, has filed a complaint alleging copyright infringement, unfair competition and creating a hostile work environment, among other charges.

Zac Brown Band Find a Circus of Love in New 'Goodbye in Her Eyes' Video

Megan Pacella — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 19:30:54 +0000

Zac Brown Band is one of the most talented country groups on the charts right now. And the band’s latest video release proves why. Showcasing the entire group’s musical prowess and creativity, ‘Goodbye in Her Eyes’ becomes more than just a mournful love ballad. Most of us don’t typically think of a circus when we [...]

Amy's Top Highlights from the CMA's — Willie, Andy, Keith + Zac, Vince and Kelly [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 16:15:57 +0000

The 46th CMA's were pretty darn good this year. Usually award shows seem to go on and on and on, but last night the show had a good clip to it. Of course the day after, everybody is talking about their least favorite and most favorite parts of the show. So I'm gonna throw in my two cents.

2012 CMA Vocal Group of the Year Award Prediction?

Billy Dukes — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 23:00:42 +0000

While the power of the Vocal Duo of the Year category has waned in recent years, the Vocal Group of the Year pool at the 2012 CMA Awards is overflowing with talent. How tight is this category? Rascal Flatts weren't even nominated for what seems like the first time since mullets were en vogue. Who do you think will win the Vocal Group of the Year award at the CMAs?

Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan + More Announced as 2012 CMA Awards Performers

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 16:40:33 +0000

Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley and the Zac Brown Band have all been added to the list of country music superstars confirmed to perform during the 2012 CMA Awards telecast, which will air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 1.

CMA Music Festival — Country's Night to Rock [VIDEOS]

Amy Austin — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 21:55:17 +0000

The CMA Music Festival "Country’s Night to Rock" aired Monday night on ABC, and the show lived up to its name -- it really rocked! The festival celebrated the biggest country artists. Luke Bryan and Kimberly Perry of the Band Perry were the hosts and right off the bat, they introduced Carrie Underwood to get the party started.

Zac Brown Tries His Hand at 'Midget Bowling'

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 18:30:13 +0000

It’s rather common to hear about a country music singer’s aspirations to become a professional athlete — but it’s incredibly uncommon to hear about a singer perfecting their ‘midget bowling’ skills, which which was the pastime of choice for Zac Brown while at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota recently.

Zac Brown Band's 'Uncaged' Album Debuts at No. 1

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 18:48:35 +0000

Zac Brown Band‘s third studio album, ‘Uncaged,’ just hit stores on July 10, and this week, it tops Billboard’s all-genre Top 200 albums chart. ‘Uncaged’ tallied up 234,000 copies sold — a good deal more than the 220K industry sources predicted, according to Billboard. With their latest album topping the charts, the Georgia-based band now [...]

Zac Brown Animates as 'Robo Redneck' in 'The Wind' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:40:03 +0000

Zac Brown Band are animated in the video for their latest jam ‘The Wind’ from the forthcoming ‘Uncaged.’ The band didn’t hire just any old animator for this clip. They pulled out the big gun in the form of ‘Beavis & Butthead’ and ‘King of the Hill’ creator Mike Judge, who fashioned the hilarious protagonist Robo Redneck aka the Six Million Dollar Honky.

Zac Brown Band to Perform Before All-Star Game Home Run Derby

Megan Pacella — Sat, 16 Jun 2012 22:00:27 +0000

Zac Brown Band is going to take the stage for a gigantic audience on July 9, when they play the State Farm Home Run Derby. The event is part of the Major League Baseball All-Star game, but before the best of baseball players face off against each other in a nine-inning game, the league’s biggest hitters will see who can hit the most home runs. The derby will air live on ESPN, and Zac Brown Band will be the lucky country stars to play their hits for a national audience.

Country Songs of Summer — Amy's Top 10 [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 21:21:46 +0000

Summer time is a time to get outside and play. Hanging out with friends at the lake or pool side, that was my favorite. I really loved summer when I was in school, because summer time meant I was free for almost three months. Now that I have a job, I can't hang out so to speak, but I still get excited about summer.

Bocephus + Zac Brown Band Tangle on Today's Daily Duel [AUDIO/POLL]

Danny Merrell — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 20:35:59 +0000

We're back with the Daily Duel.

We took a week or so off to allow Nashville to get some new music out and now we're ready to go.

Hank Williams Jr is our current champion with the song 'That Ain't Good' and today it will go for win number 3. Our challenger is the latest from the Zac Brown Band - 'The Wind'.

Take a listen to both songs and then vote for your favorite.

Zac Brown Band Reveal Details About Forthcoming Album 'Uncaged'

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:25:07 +0000

The wait is almost over for Zac Brown Band to release their highly-anticipated third studio album, ‘Uncaged.’ The new music is set to hit stores on July 10, but in the meantime, the band has revealed a bit more information about what we can expect this go around to tide us over while we wait.

Zac Brown Band Set Date for Second Annual Southern Ground Music + Food Festival

Alanna Conaway — Sat, 05 May 2012 22:00:17 +0000

After being voted Charleston’s Best Music Concert of 2011 for their Southern Ground Music and Food Festival, the members of the Zac Brown Band are gearing up to do it again! The band’s second festival will once again take place in Charleston, S.C. on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 20-21.