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First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:57:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Tim McGraw Explores Dangers of Texting and Driving in Powerful 'Highway Don't Care' Video With Taylor Swift, Keith Urban

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 07 May 2013 15:49:29 +0000

Tim McGraw‘s ‘Highway Don’t Care’ video is like a mini-movie, which isn’t surprising, since the singer has had plenty of big screen experience as an actor in full-length films. The clip acts as somewhat of a PSA to warn of the dangers of texting and driving. But it’s not that simple. The video features McGraw [...]

Taylor Swift Extends Kind Gesture to Car Accident Victim's Family

Christina Vinson — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:00:20 +0000

Superstar Taylor Swift so often uses her fame for good, as evidenced by the many times she's connected with fans who are having a rough time in life. Who could forget the beaming smile of Kevin McGuire or the sweet 7-year-old girl that Swift brought onstage? The singer continues to be proactive in giving her fans moments to remember, as she recently visited a fan who was hit by a car in Hollywood.

Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean + Luke Bryan Lead 2013 Billboard Music Award Country Finalists

Billy Dukes — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:30:31 +0000

The 2013 Billboard Music Award nominations have been revealed and Taylor Swift shares the lead as a finalist in 11 categories for the May 19 awards show. The 'Red' album-maker is up for a host of country awards, but also all-genre honors like Top Female Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album ('Red') and the night's big prize, Top Artist.

Kosciuszko Twin Bridges Road Work Causes Richie To Parody Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift's "The Highway Don't Lie" [AUDIO]

Richie Phillips — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:50:35 +0000

Producer Levack presented me with a challenge. It was a great idea -Take the new Tim McGraw/ Taylor Swift hit and talk about the commuter interruption that we are experiencing around here in the Clifton Park area. I love a challenge There’s a rusty bridge that needs some work, and the D.O.T is on [...]

How To Vote For The ACM Awards

Kevin Richards — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:08:32 +0000

There's some big excitement surrounding the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards! From hosts Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan to the George Strait and Garth Brooks tribute to Dick Clark, it seems that everyone can't wait for this big night of music.

Off the Air With Jeremy: Taylor Swift Flashback

Jeremy Robinson — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 23:00:32 +0000

Have you ever heard me on the show making fun of the dinky little cupcake Taylor Swift once made me? Look carefully at my most recent chat with her (above) and you can just barely see it. It even has its own microphone! Jeremy Robinson is the host of Taste of Country Nights, a syndicated [...]

Tim McGraw Dishes on Taylor Swift's Big Impact on Country Music

Christina Vinson — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 19:00:16 +0000

When superstar Taylor Swift penned ‘Tim McGraw’ years ago, she probably had no idea that in the future, the icon would passionately discuss his deep admiration for her, even diving into how she changed country music in a very special way. “She’s great. You know, I’ve been a fan of Taylor so long… She actually toured with [...]

Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift and Many More Big Names Added to 2013 ACMs Performance Lineup

Christina Vinson — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:00:18 +0000

The 2013 ACMs just wouldn’t be complete without performances from the hottest names in country music, and the Academy of Country Music has just announced new additions to the exciting performance lineup, including Kenny Chesney and Taylor Swift. Joining them will be other fan-favorite acts, including Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Lady [...]

Even Jeopardy Picks on Taylor Swift

Bryen — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:12:20 +0000

Even Jeopardy couldn’t resist making a joke about Taylor Swift when they had a trivia question about her win for best female vocal, they also inserted a joke about the signer ranting about former boyfriends. While not everyone loves Taylor, she is a very talented musician, but when you put so much of your life out [...]

Taylor Swift Joins Florida Georgia Line Onstage for 'Cruise'

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 16:29:27 +0000

At the CRS New Faces of Country Music Show last night (March 1), Florida Georgia Line performed, closing out their set with their No. 1 hit 'Cruise.' That's nothing out of the ordinary, right? Wrong! While it was an expected and high octane way for Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard to end the set, the performance got a major dose of star power when Taylor Swift "cruised" onto the stage to join the band for an impromptu duet.

Taylor Swift Reveals Her Biggest Idols in Country Music

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 16:00:49 +0000

Taylor Swift may have been born and raised in Pennsylvania, but the singer is pretty much a Nashville transplant who has adopted Music City as her hometown. Living in the area means she can cross paths with modern country music legends with frequency. Which ones are her ultimate idols? The answer shouldn't surprise you.

Screaming Goat On The Sean And Richie Show [AUDIO]

Levack — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:12:47 +0000

This morning the Sean and Richie Show learned about the YouTube phenomenon where people mash up hit songs and “Screaming goats”. Turns out a member of the show has a future as a screaming goat. Care to guess which one it is? Listen here for Taylor Swift with the goat and to find out who may [...]

Tim McGraw (Feat. Taylor Swift and Keith Urban), 'Highway Don't Care' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:16:50 +0000

While Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift's vocals on 'Highway Don't Care' would be enough to make the song a hit and one of the best of 2013, it's Keith Urban's guitar that makes the track one of the best collaborations of the decade -- maybe even ever. Each artist brings his or her best effort to the song from McGraw's 'Two Lanes of Freedom' album. It's a sterling example of what can happen when artists are left to be artists, without the handcuffs of music business politics.

Kanye West Rips on Taylor Swift (Again) in Onstage Rant

Christina Vinson — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:00:32 +0000

It's been a few years since the 2009 incident when Kanye West memorably interrupted Taylor Swift during her acceptance speech at the MTV VMAs. Swift will probably never forget that awful moment, and apparently, West is determined to continue badgering the fan-favorite singer.

Carrie Underwood Insists There's No Feud With Taylor Swift

Billy Dukes — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:45:37 +0000

Last week, tabloids circulated rumors that Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift had to be kept separate at the 2013 Grammys because of a feud between the two country superstars. Anonymous "sources" said the two "hate each other" and executives at the awards show had to make sure they didn't cross paths. As you could probably guess, none of it's true, according to Underwood herself.

Tim McGraw Spills on Recording 'Highway Don't Care' 'With' Taylor Swift, Keith Urban

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 21:12:52 +0000

Is 'Highway Don't Care' one of your favorite tracks from Tim McGraw's 'Two Lanes of Freedom' album? If so, you have modern technology to thank for the colossal collaboration between the superstar, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban.

Taylor Swift Opens 2013 Grammy Awards With 'Alice in Wonderland'-Themed Performance

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:28:55 +0000

Country-pop superstar Taylor Swift opened the 2013 Grammy Awards with her smash hit ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.’ The young star presented a huge production number inspired by ‘Alice in Wonderland’ — a visually impressive performance that played very well on television. Clad in white and with thigh-high boots (‘Dominatrix in Wonderland’?) and [...]

Snow, 50 Shades of Grey and More: Digital Debbie's Web Watch [Feb 8th]

dragon — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:21:31 +0000

TGIF people! It’s Friday, in case you somehow lost track of time and forgot that it is the best day of the week. I’m home with the kids today, but don’t think that means I’m not surfin’ the web and finding links to share with you. Here’s what I’ve got for you today: Everybody is [...]

The Ellen Show Pranks Customers in Lowe's With Taylor Swift Lyrics [VIDEO]

Sean McMaster — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:46:11 +0000

I don’t know if you watch the “Ellen” show or not, but you should be. I have always felt that she is one of the most naturally funny people in the world. She often times has fun “out of the box” type segments that become guilty pleasures for the viewers. One of those segments is [...]