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Beyoncé garnered 12 People’s Choice Country Awards nominations, despite initial skepticism over her transition to the genre. Beyoncé makes waves with an impressive 12 nominations at the People’s Choice Country Awards in Nashville on September 26, despite initial backlash over her shift to country music. At...

Beyoncé Breaks Barriers With Country Music Awards Recognition

Taste of Country

Morgan Wallen is constantly in the spotlight – you can't go too far without hearing one of his songs – but there's no doubt the proud dad loves to see his son grab the limelight occasionally. Indie Wallen recently got a new dump truck toy, and watching him...

Morgan Wallen’s Son, Indie, Is Freaking Adorable in His New Dump Truck [Watch]

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We want to give some love to the country music artists we're passionate about. Each has decisively influenced the genre. This list will make you think about where they belong on your own list of country western singers. I asked myself why my favorite country music artists have staying power....

Top 15 Famous Country Singers Of All Time

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Music hits different when you’re a dad.

Sad, degenerate country songs start to sound like lullabies. Drinking anthems start to sound like the soundtrack to a bygone era that will never return.

And the stories behind the lyrics start taking on new meanings in the midst of the crying and the screaming that surrounds you.

Dad life is great, don’t get me wrong. But when you’re a dad, you need country music more than ever to help keep your sanity.

Here are ten selections that will walk alongside you as you grow into the epic dad that you never thought you’d be mature enough...

The Essence Of Dad Life In 10 Country Songs

Luke Bryan's family gained a sweet new addition earlier this week. His niece Jordan Eudy and her husband Clint welcomed their second child, a baby boy named John Collier. Jordan announced the baby's birth on social media, along with several photos of his first days in the hospital and at home.

Luke Bryan Is a Great-Uncle Again! Niece Jordan Welcomes Baby No. 2 [Photos]

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Some country stars are very familiar with the difficult romances they sing about. Do you know which country stars have been married three or four times or more? One country star has even been married a whopping six times. Read on to see which country artists married and divorced their...

18 Country Singers Who’ve Been Married the Most Times

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One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

"My band," Urban jokes when asked what he needs backstage at every show. "It's good if they're there, so I can walk out and play with some music." "I don't have any of that, like, you know what I mean?" he adds, remaining modest. "The rider and the whole thing. I'm pretty low-key, I don't need much."

Keith Urban Only Requires Two Things Backstage at Every Show [Exclusive]

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

A reticulated giraffe eats leaves from a pole holding a measuring bar during the annual weigh-in of the animals at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo in Dunstable, England. An aardvark stands on weighing scales during the annual weigh-in of animals. The annual weigh-in allows zookeepers and veterinarians to record vital statistics and track the health and wellbeing of the 10,000 animals at the UK's largest zoo, including its latest arrivals — two growing reticulated giraffe calves.

20 Fascinating Photos Showing How Gigantic Zoo Animals Are Weighed

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Plenty of sons of famous country stars are currently carrying the torch for their families. Just as well, a number of famous country star daughters have also made the move to make music and walk in their parents’ footsteps. Let’s look at five country star daughters who are carrying on the family legacy!

5 Country Star Daughters Who Are Carrying On the Family Legacy

Country trio Chapel Hart rose to fame in 2022 after receiving the golden buzzer for their audition on America’s Got Talent. Chapel Hart’s members include sisters Danica and Devynn Hart and their cousin Trea Swindle. They performed their original song “You Can Have Him Jolene,” a response to Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” which even caught the attention of Parton herself.

Chapel Hart Discusses Why They Left the Country Music Industry

Kenny Rogers developed a taste for fine living early in his success. His ultra-lavish mansion in Bel Air, Calif., an estate called Lionsgate, was opulent even by celebrity standards. The 11-bedroom, 17-bathroom home totals 23,988 square feet of space, and it sits on 1.63 acres of some of the most expensive real estate in California.

See Inside Country Stars’ Most Over-the-Top Homes — No. 6 Is Jaw-Dropping! [Pictures]

Jason Aldean helped one military family create an unforgettable moment during a recent stop on his current Highway Desperado Tour. Ahead of one show on the tour, Aldean met First Class Petty Officer Blake Darling, who'd just returned home from a deployment — unbeknownst to his family. Petty Officer...

Jason Aldean Helps a Military Dad Pull Off the Ultimate Surprise [Watch]

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Late Fox Business and CNN star Lou Dobbs' lavish Florida estate has found a buyer, shortly after the controversial political pundit's death in July. Dobbs listed his 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 5,111-square-foot mansion in West Palm Beach, Fla., for $3.1 million in April of 2024. The asking price for the estate reduced...

Late Conservative Pundit Lou Dobbs’ Spectacular Estate Finds a Buyer — See Inside! [Pictures]

Reba McEntire's mother, Jacqueline McEntire, lived a quiet life outside of the spotlight for the most part. But did you know she once appeared in a guest role on her famous daughter's sitcom, Reba?. According to IMDb, the year was 2005, and the elder McEntire appeared on Reba in Season...

Did You Know Reba McEntire’s Mom Once Appeared on ‘Reba’? [Watch]

Today, country legend Connie Smith turns 83 years old. Born in Elkhart, Indiana, Smith released her debut single in 1964 and has been going strong ever since. In fact, she released her 55th studio album, Love, Prison, Wisdom, and Heartaches earlier this year, sixty years after making her debut. There...

4 Timeless Songs to Celebrate Country Legend Connie Smith on Her 83rd Birthday

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Stacker

Using data from the Recording Industry Association of America, Stacker combed through country music history to find 20 memorable one-hit wonders.

The one-hit wonders every country music fan will remember

Some artists can spend months out on the road, traveling from venue to venue to play shows, but Jordan Davis seems to have found a great way to pass the time. Davis posted a clip on his instagram of him spilling his secret with ESPN personality Pat McAfee. When Davis is traveling from show to show his tour bus contains a very specific form of entertainment. No, it's not filled with crazy parties or wild women running around. Instead, it's filled with banana peels and spiked shells.

What Video Game Does Jordan Davis Play on His Bus?

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Chris Young Has Something to Say About the Women in Country Music [Exclusive]

Chris Young has had a lot of success in country music, but he'll always give credit where credit is due. During a recent chat with Taste...

Chris Young Has Something to Say About the Women in Country Music [Exclusive]

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