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Tim McGraw's Long-Delayed Emotional Traffic Tops Album Chart
Emotional Traffic, Tim McGraw's long-delayed album that Curb Records argued in court wasn't up to par, debuts resoundingly this week at No. 1. Nielsen SoundScan reports it has sold 67,530 copies.
Tyler, Underwood Jam at CMT Crossroads
Steven Tyler and Carrie Underwood are throwing a huge Super Bowl party as they team up for CMT Crossroads: Steven Tyler and Carrie Underwood Live From Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam.
Dierks Bentley Feels at "Home" at Ryman Show
On the surface, Dierks Bentley booked his show at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on Thursday night (Feb. 2) to preview material from his new album, Home.
10 Country Artists Scoring Platinum, Gold in 2011
Country artists from Jason Aldean to Carrie Underwood fared well on the year-end list of gold and platinum honors, which were released Wednesday (Feb. 1) by the RIAA.
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Second, Updated Edition of the Encyclopedia of Country Music Catches Up on Some Things
I realize that not everyone will get all worked up about this, but here at the CMT shop, everyone is pretty much pleased that we have received the long-awaited second edition of the Encyclopedia of Country Music.
Rascal Flatts Invite Three Bands on Summer Tour
Rascal Flatts will travel across the U.S. with three more country groups this summer as they launch the American Band tour.
Thompson Square Share 10 Grammy-Winning Country Duets
Although they're practically inseparable, Thompson Square's Keifer and Shawna Thompson weren't together when they landed their first Grammy nomination this year.
Taylor Swift Earns More Platinum, Gold
Taylor Swift received four certifications from the RIAA in January, leading the list of country artists who reached significant sales milestones.
Darrell Scott, Gretchen Peters Lead New Independent Albums
Nashville singer-songwriters Darrell Scott and Gretchen Peters are among the independent musicians releasing new albums on Tuesday (Jan. 31).
Redemption Reveals Josh Gracin as Full-fledged Songwriter, Producer
Since his new album includes no song by that title, it seems relevant to ask Josh Gracin why he named it Redemption. Who or what is being redeemed?
Gene Watson Launches New Album With Rare Nashville Show
In his first Nashville show in more than four years, vocal wonder Gene Watson played to a full and enthusiastic house Sunday night (Jan. 29) at the 3rd & Lindsley night club. Backing him was his five-piece Farewell Party Band.
HOT DISH: Craig Morgan in My Kitchen
When Craig Morgan dropped by my kitchen last week, he brought me potted lavender.
Toby Keith and Luke Bryan Claim Top Ranked Album and Song
Toby Keith's Clancy's Tavern and Luke Bryan's "I Don't Want This Night to End" are this week's top album and song, says Billboard.
10 Prime Hits: Texas Cities
"The stars at night ... shine big and bright. ... deep in the heart of Texas!"
Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum Top List of ACM Nominees
Kenny Chesney led the pack when nominations for the 47th annual Academy of Country Music Awards were announced Thursday morning (Jan. 26).
