Laura Hostelley
Carrie Underwood Wins Big at Teen Choice Awards
Carrie Underwood was the big country winner at Sunday night's Teen Choice Awards. Out of the two country-specific categories, the star took home the winning surfboard for both.
Kelly Clarkson Covers Taylor Swift’s ‘Blank Space’ [Watch]
By now we think it's safe to say that Kelly Clarkson holds reign as the queen of covers.
Blake Shelton Will See You Now: Singer Undergoes Eye Surgery
From now on, the future will be looking even brighter for country star Blake Shelton — though he probably won't have to wear those goofy shades for long. The 39-year-old country star underwent Lasik eye surgery on Wednesday (July 15) to get his vision to a perfect 20/20.
Dolly Parton Surprises Young Actress With News of a Lifetime [Watch]
Country superstar Dolly Parton gave a surprise bigger than her hair to young actress Alyvia Lind on Monday (July 13), when she personally offered the youngster the role of Dolly (as a child) in the upcoming original movie about her life, Coat of Many Colors.
Dierks Bentley Pays Tribute to Charleston on ‘Good Morning America’ [Watch]
Dierks Bentley paid tribute to the city of Charleston, S.C., during his appearance on Good Morning America on Friday (June 26). The singer dedicated the title track of his latest album, Riser, to all the residents of the city as they fight through the tragedy of the loss of nine lives in a shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church on June 17.
Luke Bryan Previews New Song, ‘Fast,’ From ‘Kill the Lights’ [Watch]
Luke Bryan gave his biggest fans a preview of his new album at his 2015 CMA Fest fan club party when he debuted "Fast," a new tune that he reportedly said will be released as a single.
Eric Church Joins Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town for ‘Girl Crush’ Cover [Watch]
The Ryman Auditorium got thrown a curveball on Wednesday night (June 10) during Marty Stuart's Late Night Jam, when country rocker Eric Church mellowed out the crowd with a cover of "Girl Crush."
Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina Reunite for Duet at 2015 CMA Music Fest
It's been years since rumors of a budding romance between season 10 American Idol winner Scotty McCreery and runner-up Lauren Alaina have swirled around. But it was almost as if we were back in 2011 this week, when McCreery surprised his fan club party with a special appearance from Alaina during CMA Music Fest, and we were all reminded why we were once such fans of the prospect of a "McLaina."
Keith Urban Teams Up With CMA for Music Education Matters
The CMA has invited Keith Urban to be the first artist ambassador for their initiative Music Education Matters, as was announced at a press conference during the CMA Music Fest Thursday morning (June 11).
Shania Twain Is Now Blonde!
Not only is Shania Twain going to Rock This Country on her comeback tour this summer, but she's also going to rock a new hairdo. The country superstar has traded in her famous brown locks for a shimmering golden look.