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Country Stars Keep It Largely Apolitical When It Comes to the Election

ABC NewsWhile most country artists seemed to steer clear of directly addressing the outcome of Tuesday’s presidential election, a few took to social media to share their thoughts. “Doing a quick spray tan in honor of our new President elect…” Cam joked. Little Big Town’s Karen Fairchild took it a little farther perhaps, sharing a …

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"Forever Country" Coming to Vinyl in December

Country Music Association Even though the 50th Annual CMA Awards are in the history books, the “Forever Country” phenomenon rolls on. You’ll soon be able to own a vinyl copy of the once-in-a-lifetime mashup, with the A side featuring the single that boasts 30 CMA-winning artists. The B side will contain the original versions of …

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Kenny Chesney Rockets to the Top with "Cosmic Hallelujah"

ABC/Image Group LA Kenny Chesney’s Cosmic Hallelujah rockets to the top of both the Billboard 200 albums chart and the country ranking as well this week. Selling more than 79,000 copies, the set originally titled Some Town Somewhere becomes Kenny’s eighth effort to bow at number-one on the all-genre tally. When it comes to the country chart, this is Kenny’s fourteenth …

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Garth Brooks on Target to Break Pre-Sales Record with The Ultimate Collection

ABC/Brett OronzioGarth Brooks’ The Ultimate Collection doesn’t even come out until Friday, but it’s already breaking a record. The 10-disc Target exclusive has officially become the biggest pre-sale in the retailer’s history.  The CMA Entertainer of the Year teamed up with Target to offer fans a deal they couldn’t refuse, pricing the set under $30 and including …

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Keith Urban Celebrates His Birthday by Giving Presents to St. Jude

ABC/Paula LoboKeith Urban celebrated his 49th birthday on October 26, and the Australian superstar is doing his best to make sure all the presents go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Not only is he encouraging his fans to donate to the Memphis institution, he’s also selling a limited-edition t-shirt to raise money. For $26, you …

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Kelsea Ballerini, Brett Eldredge and More Set to Deliver a Thanksgiving Wake-Up Call

NBCUniversalEven before the turkey is served this November 24, you’ll have a chance to see some of your favorite country stars this Thanksgiving. Kelsea Ballerini, Brett Eldredge, Maddie & Tae and Easton Corbin will all take to the streets of New York City this year to take part in The 90th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The holiday tradition starts at …

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Reba's Ready to Deck the Halls with Pentatonix

Cracker Barrel/BMLGFirst, a capella phenomenon Pentatonix created a viral video sensation, dueting with Dolly Parton on a jazzed-up version of “Jolene.” Then last week on the CMA Awards, Jennifer Nettles jumped in to sing Dolly’s part with the five-member vocal band during the tribute to the living legend. Next up, it’s Reba’s turn. The Country …

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Garth Brooks Visits Blake Shelton on "The Voice" Next Monday

ABC/Brett OronzioFresh off his history-making fifth win as CMA Entertainer of the Year, Garth Brooks is headed for The Voice. He’ll be the key adviser on Monday, November 14, helping the top-12 contestants hone their skills as the reality singing competition heads into the home stretch. In addition to longtime star Blake Shelton, there’s been …

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Cam Brings "Half Broke Heart" to "Live with Kelly"

ABC/Image Group LACam will drop by Live with Kelly this Wednesday, as she swings through the Big Apple for her Thursday stop on The Burning House Tour at New York City’s Highline Ballroom.  The California native will perform the track “Half Broke Heart” from her Untamed album, for the first time on television. You can …

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Brothers Osborne Cap an Unforgettable Week with a Hometown Celebration

ABC/Image Group LAAfter a week that saw Brothers Osborne win ASCAP Song of the Year for their number-one breakthrough, “Stay a Little Longer,” and then take home the CMA Vocal Duo of the Year trophy in the night’s biggest upset, you’d think things couldn’t get much better for John and TJ — but they did. …

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