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Here’s How to Celebrate the Fourth of July with Lee Greenwood
The year was 1984. A rather unfamiliar country artist named Lee Greenwood released a song that he wrote and recorded, called "God Bless the U.S.A." It's now been 40 years since the song's release, and each year on the Fourth of July, the song gets resurrected all across America, and played at picnics, fireworks displays and get togethers all across this great land.
Taste of Country Fans Pick Who Should Replace Katy Perry on ‘American Idol’
The next season of American Idol is going to look different. It's already been confirmed that Katy Perry will not be returning to the judges' table alongside Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie. Whether or not Bryan and Richie return has not yet been confirmed, but for now it looks like they will be staying in their current positions. Host Ryan Seacrest is expected to return as well.
Toby Keith’s Best Fourth of July Songs, Ranked
While there are many patriotic songs in country music, there are few artists whose names are synonymous with all things red, white and blue. Toby Keith is easily one of the biggest fans of the United States and those who defend her each and every day. Toby Keith's Love for...
Who is the ‘Hawk Tuah’ Girl?
The internet's latest viral sensation comes with long blonde hair, a strong Southern twang and an undeniably NSFW sense of humor. Haliey Welch — aka The "Hawk Tuah" girl — shot to overnight superstardom last month after she stole the show in a man-on-the-street interview with Tim & Dee TV.
Top 50 American Rock Albums
The Top 50 American Rock Albums, unsurprisingly, were made by some of the biggest artists in the history of popular music. As you will see in the below list, which the UCR staff chose, even after you remove the Beatles, the Rolling Stones and other rock giants, there's still much to love. You won't find many one-hit wonders here; almost every band, singer-songwriter and performer is a legendary act. That's why several of them check in with more than one record.
Kane Brown’s Daughters Meet New Baby Brother for the First Time [Watch]
Kane and Katelyn Brown just welcomed a new baby boy, and it seems that everyone in the fam is equally excited. Check out the happy big sisters — Kingsley, 4, and Kodi, 2 —meeting their new baby brother, Krewe, for the first time. "How has it already been...
The 20 Best Corny Pickup Lines in Country Music Lyrics
From cheesy to sweet, country music has produced some truly unforgettable pick up lines. In this genre, most pick up lines err towards the redneck side of things — so you're more likely to find artists who are trying to woo their sweethearts with trucks, farm vehicles and jars of moonshine. In fact, the top song on this list centers around one downright unsexy insect.
Jason Aldean Reveals the Most Expensive Automobile He Owns [Exclusive]
If you check the garages and driveways of some of country music's biggest superstars, you most likely will find a few really expensive items: Trucks, off-road vehicles, boats, hunting equipment and more. Jason Aldean Reveals the Most Expensive Automobile He Owns. I recently had the "Let Your Boys Be Country"...
Here’s Where You Can Watch Your Favorite Country Artists Perform This Fourth of July
As the nation gets ready to celebrate its 248th birthday, a handful of country artists are preparing to perform on some pretty big stages. In honor of Fourth of July, several country hitmakers are scheduled to open for the day's biggest event — the fireworks. Macy's 4th of July...
Darius Rucker Says It’s Time to Forgive Morgan Wallen for Using Racist Slur
Darius Rucker says it's time to forgive Morgan Wallen for using a racist slur back in 2021. "I think Morgan's become a better person since that. I've known Morgan a long time. Since all that happened Morgan's tried to really better himself and become a better person," Rucker said on the Rolling Stone Music Now podcast.
Dog Almost Ruins Ree Drummond’s Daughter’s Gender Reveal!
The Pioneer Woman Rea Drummond's daughter recently shared the news on social media that she and her husband were expecting their first child. Now, they're sharing a gender reveal that was hilariously nearly ruined by the couple's adorable Golden Retriever, George. “We can’t wait to meet you, little one,” she...
Morgan Wallen Not Amused After Fan Throws a Phone at Him During Show [Watch]
Morgan Wallen had no time for a fan who threw her phone at him during a recent tour stop. In the video shared on X, the country singer is in the middle of singing "Cowgirls" when a well-manicured hand emerges from the bottom of the screen and launches the device toward him.
Oak Ridge Boys Singer William Lee Golden’s Son, Rusty, Dead at 65: ‘I Love You, Son’
Oak Ridge Boys singer William Lee Golden is mourning the death of his son, William "Rusty" Golden. According to a press release, the Country Music Hall of Famer's son died on Monday (July 1) at the age of 65 at his home in the Nashville suburb of Hendersonville, Tenn. “This...
Brantley Gilbert Selling Spectacular $3.5 Million Log Cabin Mansion in Georgia — See Inside! [Pictures]
Brantley Gilbert is selling his stunning log cabin mansion in rural Georgia for $3.5 million, and pictures show a property that is both down-home and ultimately luxurious. The country singer listed his 6-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom, 6,484-square-foot log home in Maysville, Ga., for $3.5 million on April 8, according to online property sites.
Why Fewer People are Buying Grills to Barbecue at Home
Not as many people are interested in buying a grill for their home according to a new report on a recent decline in sales. But that doesn't mean there are fewer people cooking on their patio this summer. Barbecue Industry Trends. A recent article published by CNN looked at trends...
Here’s What Lainey Wilson Would Sound Like Without a Southern Accent
If you've ever wondered what Lainey Wilson might sound like without her signature southern accent, you're in luck. Wilson is as country as it comes, but she has a unique talent of shaking her country twang... at least briefly. In a recent interview on TODAY, WIlson joins host Willie Geist,...
Fans React as Ailing Willie Nelson Cancels Another Show
Willie Nelson has canceled another of his scheduled live appearances, and fans turned to social media to share plenty of thoughts, from concerns and well wishes to angry complaints. What New Shows Will Willie Nelson Miss?. The 91-year-old country legend will not appear at the Outlaw Music Festival Tour stop...
70 Years Ago Today: The World Was Introduced to Elvis Presley
If you take a look around in 2024, you can still find a ton of things that will remind you of Elvis Presley. But there are only a few of us who will remember being there and hearing an Elvis song on the radio for the first time ever on July 2, 1954.
Ticketmaster Hacked – What Victims of Data Breach Should Know
Ticketmaster officially confirmed that their system has been hacked, so here's what victims of the recent data breach should know. Fans on social media shared screenshots of an email they received from the company alerting them of the "data security incident." The email contained various subheadings regarding what happened, what information was involved, what they've done about it and what fans should do.
Luke Bryan is Still Waiting to Hear if ‘American Idol’ Will Invite Him Back
American Idol is set to return in 2025, but Luke Bryan says that the judging lineup for next season is still up in the air. "It's been something Disney has been really tight-lipped about with me and Lionel [Richie] and Ryan [Seacrest]," Bryan explains in a new interview with Billboard.
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