Luke Bryan released his new album, What Makes You Country, on Dec. 8, and it quickly shot to the top of the all-genre Billboard 200 chart, selling more than 107,000 equivalent albums in its first week. In the lead-up to the album’s release, Luke asked fans from all walks of life to represent what “country”…
Blake Shelton is closing out 2017 the way he started it—with a No. 1 tune. Blake’s “I’ll Name the Dogs” ascended to the top of both the Mediabase and Billboard Country Airplay charts this week, marking his 25th career No. 1 single. The traditional-sounding tune, which was penned by Matt Dragstrem, Ben Hayslip and Josh…
Gwen Stefani sat down with Ellen DeGeneres for an interview today (Dec. 8), and it didn’t long for the hostess to start poking a little fun at Gwen’s boyfriend, Blake Shelton, People’s Sexiest Man Alive. Ellen utilized some digital deception to depict Blake in his skivvies during a recent duet with Gwen on The Voice.…
Between his gig as a coach on The Voice, releasing new music and making the media rounds, Blake Shelton has carved out some time in 2018 to headline a new tour. Blake will hit the road in February for his Country Music Freaks Tour. Kicking off on Feb. 15 in Tulsa, Okla., Blake will make…
Former coach Gwen Stefani stopped by The Voice last night (Dec. 4) for a yuletide duet with boyfriend Blake Shelton. The musical couple performed the title track to Gwen’s new holiday album, You Make It Feel Like Christmas. Below, watch Blake and Gwen perform “You Make It Feel Like Christmas,” which was co-penned by Blake,…
With a population of just more than 3,000 people, the small town of Tishomingo, Okla., is a “comfortable” spot for Blake Shelton to hang his hat when he’s not making the media rounds, attending awards shows or filming The Voice. But since 2011—and for 13 seasons—Blake has had to call Los Angeles home for part…
Coaches got cozy on The Voice on Nov. 28 as Jennifer Hudson joined Blake Shelton to sing his current single, “I’ll Name the Dogs.” With a fireplace ablaze, Blake picked his guitar and crooned while Jennifer added her soulful flair. The traditional-sounding tune, which was penned by Matt Dragstrem, Ben Hayslip and Josh Thompson, is…
When Blake Shelton was bestowed People’s “Sexiest Man Alive” title, he knew a bad mood was looming. As far as Blake is concerned, photo shoots are the worst part of his “job.” But as the Oklahoma crooner told Kix Brooks on American Country Countdown, he can be talked into it, unlike the King of Country,…
When Nash morning show Ty, Kelly & Chuck decided to partner with the USO on Nov. 1 for an initiative to send 100,000 thank you cards to overseas troops, the co-hosts had no idea the outpouring of support they would receive from the country music community, including stars Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Keith Urban, Blake…
I’ll keep this short and sweet. I can’t believe I’m writing this article, but People magazine has named Blake Shelton the Sexiest Man Alive in 2017. Past winners of the the annual award, which has been given out since 1985, include Mel Gibson (1985), Patrick Swayze (1991), Brad Pitt (1995, 2000), Matthew McConaughey (2005) and…
On Wednesday (April 16), Post Malone’s ex-fiancée, Hee Sung “Jamie” Park, filed for custody of their two-year-old daughter in Los Angeles Superior Court. In the filing, Park is seeking primary physical custody of the girl, referred to as DDP, along with joint legal custody, while granting Malone visitation rights. Park has reportedly been the sole…
On Friday (April 18), Maren Morris released her latest single, “Bed No Breakfast,” from her upcoming album Dreamsicle, which is due out May 9 via Columbia Records. The new song is also accompanied by a music video, joining the previously released single, “Carry Me Through.” “Bed No Breakfast” was co-written by Morris alongside Delacey, John…
The Academy of Country Music has just announced the details of the ‘Play Something Country’ 60th Anniversary Gala, which will honor Brooks & Dunn. The event is set to take place on May 7 at the Omni PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas, and will feature performances by Eric Church, Cody Johnson, Megan Moroney, Keith Urban,…
Morgan Wallen claims his 17th career No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart with “I’m the Problem,” as the title track to his forthcoming album climbs one place to reach the top spot this week. “I’m the Problem” reached No. 1 in just 11 weeks, becoming the third track from Wallen’s upcoming record to rule…
On Friday (April 18), Lana Del Rey released a new ballad, “Bluebird,” and the singer shared an Instagram video where she revealed the song’s origins in a heartfelt story. Lana describes witnessing a little bird flying into her window as she was preparing to take a walk with an old boyfriend. “I was shocked, and…