ABC/dick clark productionsdick clark productions and ABC announced Thursday morning that multi-platinum singer/songwriter Ciara will host the 2019 American Music Awards. ABC also announced Kesha will be joined by Big Freedia for a performance during the show; it will mark Kesha’s first return to the American Music Awards stage as a performer since 2013. The …
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Nov 14
On female-centric CMA Awards, Maren Morris wins Album of the Year, but Garth grabs Entertainer…again
Mark Seliger/ABCThe 53rd annual CMA Awards, airing live from Nashville Wednesday night on ABC, was supposed to be all about celebrating the great female voices of country music. And while those voices were front and center on the telecast — and a few even made it to the podium — ultimately, the evening’s biggest award …
Nov 14
Jimmy Kimmel hosts sixth edition of “Mean Tweets: Music Edition”
ABC/Randy HolmesThe 53rd Annual CMA Awards aired Wednesday night on ABC, and later on, so did a sixth installment of Jimmy Kimmel Live!‘s Mean Tweets: Music Edition. As always,a variety of artists opened themselves up to some of the meanest, nastiest comments currently on the internet, procured especially by host Jimmy Kimmel. This time around, Billie Eilish, Alice Cooper, Chance the Rapper, Luke Perry, Lizzo, Luke …
Nov 14
Backstage at the CMA Awards 2019: Garth shares the praise, Luke’s in disbelief, and Maren’s baby’s her good luck charm
Country Music AssociationBackstage at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, Garth Brooks reveled at winning his seventh Entertainer of the Year trophy, a number that’s quite famously always held special significance for him. The ever-humble superstar heaped praise on fellow winners like Luke Combs, while also celebrating Reba McEntire‘s performance of “Fancy” and the night’s female-centric …
Nov 13
53rd Annual CMA Awards: The Winners
Mark Seliger/ABC Here are the winners of the 53rd Annual CMA Awards, handed out Wednesday night in Nashville: Entertainer of the YearGarth Brooks Album of the YearGirl, Maren Morris Single of the Year“God’s Country,” Blake Shelton Song of the Year“Beautiful Crazy,” co-written by Luke Combs, Wyatt Durrette, Robert Williford, recorded by Luke Combs Male Vocalist …
Nov 13
Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks featured in “Bluebird” documentary trailer
Walt Disney Television/Paula LoboA trailer for the new documentary Bluebird has been released and features a series of superstars who are connected to the iconic venue. Bluebird chronicles the history of the Bluebird Cafe, the esteemed singer-songwriter venue in Nashville that’s played an influential role in the careers of Taylor Swift, Garth Brooks, Keith Urban and more. In the new trailer, Taylor is seen performing …
Nov 13
Chris Lane and Lauren Bushnell turn their wedding day into “Big, Big Plans” video
ABC/Image Group LAChris Lane and Lauren Bushnell takes fans inside their wedding day in the video for his song, “Big, Big Plans.” The couple got engaged in June after Chris proposed to Lauren, who won season 20 of The Bachelor, with the song, sharing a video of the special moment that went viral. Chris and Lauren wed in Nashville on October 25. …
Nov 13
Raise a glass of “Tequila:” Dan + Shay’s hit is BMI’s Country Song of the Year
ABC/Image Group LADan + Shay‘s “Tequila” has earned another distinguished honor. The duo’s breakthrough hit was named Country Song of the Year at the 2019 BMI Country Awards in Nashville on Tuesday night. It was also named the most-performed country song of the year. Singers Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney were on hand at the performing rights organization’s ceremony …
Nov 13
Reese Witherspoon, Jimmie Allen, Joe Walsh and more added as CMA Awards presenters & performers
Mark Seliger/ABCMore stars have been added to the list of presenters and performers for the CMA Awards. Newcomers Jimmie Allen and Cody Johnson have been tapped to present at the show, along with Big Little Lies star Reese Witherspoon and Good Morning America contributing host Lara Spencer. Additionally, Joe Walsh of The Eagles will participate in a tribute to CMA Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Kris Kristofferson, alongside previously announced performers Dierks …
Nov 13
Detroit Garth City: Garth Brooks announces 2020 Stadium Tour date
Copyright 8 Ten, Inc.Garth Brooks has found his next stadium stop for 2020. The superstar will perform at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan on February 22. The show, which will be staged in-the-round, marks Garth’s first time playing at the venue. It will be his only performance in Michigan for the duration of the tour. Garth …