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Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina Perform on ‘American Idol’ [WATCH]

Scotty McCreery and Lauren Alaina returned to the set of American Idol on Monday, May 2, nearly 11 years after the two were crowned winner and runner-up, respectively, of the reality TV talent show. McCreery and Alaina reunited for The Great Idol Reunion, bringing back former contestants from the last 20 years, including Ruben Studdard, Jordin Sparks,  David Cook, Kris…

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Vince Gill Announces 4-Night Ryman Auditorium Residency

Vince Gill is heading to the Ryman Auditorium. The Country Music Hall of Fame member, who has performed for several years as part of his annual Christmas at the Ryman residency with his wife, Amy Grant, announces he will perform four nights in August, as part of the Ryman Auditorium’s 130th-anniversary celebration. “Of all the great concert halls in…

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Carly Pearce, Lorrie Morgan and More Remember Naomi Judd: ‘Such a Tragic Loss’

Country music artists are continuing to speak out about the tragic passing of Naomi Judd on Saturday, April 30, one day before The Judds‘ induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Carly Pearce, who performed “Grandpa (Tell Me ‘Bout the Good Ole Days)” during the induction ceremony says she is still reeling from the unexpected loss. “I was…

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Craig Cooper’s Friendship With Walker Hayes Led to ‘Glad You’re Here’ [EXCLUSIVE]

 If there was ever an unlikely friendship, it might be with Walker Hayes and Craig Cooper. Hayes met Cooper when he was despondent about his lack of success in the music industry, struggling to support his family financially, drinking heavily, and wanting nothing to do with the Christian faith Hayes’ wife Laney believed in. But when Hayes reluctantly…

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The Judds, Ray Charles Among Inductees Into the Country Music Hall of Fame

The Country Music Hall of Fame inducted four new members on Sunday, May 1. The Judds, the late Ray Charles, drummer Eddie Bayers and the late Pete Drake were all inducted, celebrating their numerous accomplishments in country music. Pete Drake, one of the most influential pedal steel guitarists of any genre, was inducted into the Recording and/or Touring Musician…

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Wynonna Judd On the Loss Of Her Mother: ‘My Heart’s Broken’

The Judds are officially members of the Country Music Hall of Fame, but their induction was far from celebratory. Wynonna Judd was on hand to be inducted, accompanied by her sister actress Ashley Judd, honoring the life and legacy of their mother, Naomi Judd, who passed away one day before the ceremony. “I didn’t prepare anything tonight, ’cause I…

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Maren Morris, Carrie Underwood and More Speak Out About Naomi Judd’s Passing

Country music stars are speaking out about the unexpected passing of Naomi Judd. Judd was 76 years old when she died on April 30, one day before she and Wynonna were set to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, as The Judds. “Rest In Peace, Naomi Judd.” says Maren Morris. “Honored to have witnessed ‘Love Can…

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Chris Young Adds Old Dominion, Jimmie Allen + More to Deluxe ‘Famous Friends’ Album

Chris Young is enlisting the help of even more of his famous friends for the deluxe edition of his Famous Friends album. The Tennesse native just announced that Famous Friends (Deluxe Edition) will be out on June 3. The record includes all of the original songs on his latest project, as well as six new tracks, including collaborations withf…

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