Introducing...Taylor Swift
Tuesday October 31, 2006
This 16-year-old singing sensation just released her self-titled debut album on Big Machine Records on the 24th of October. Find out a little more about Taylor by clicking the ... Read More
Gold and Platinum Certifications - October 2006
Monday October 30, 2006
Gold records. Isn't that what every artist dreams of? Yet, some never achieve it. Here are several artists that have achieved either gold certification (500,000 copies sold), or platinum certification ... Read More
What You Need To Know About Watching the 2006 CMA Awards
Monday October 30, 2006
For 2006, the CMA Awards are back in Nashville, broadcasting from the Gaylord Entertainment Center on November 6th. Get the scoop about watching the CMA Awards this year. Coverage ... Read More
Craig Morgan Concert Review
Monday October 30, 2006
Craig Morgan was in my neighborhood on the 19th of the month, and I attended his show at Gold Country Casino in Oroville, CA. Read my review by clicking ... Read More
Trent Willmon Concert Review
Monday October 30, 2006
AboutCountry's Sue Bauman attended Trent Willmon's concert at the Dusty Armadillo in Rootsville, OH on October 24, 2006. Read her review by clicking the link above, and view the ... Read More
Top 10 Hot Country Songs - October 30, 2006
Monday October 30, 2006
These are the 10 hottest Country songs of the week as determined by your AboutCountry Guide. This chart is compiled consulting data from various music industry charts and sources. It ... Read More
Country Music Single Releases
Monday October 30, 2006
Find out what new country music singles you can be listening for on your favorite radio station next week, along with my thoughts on the songs, and links to download ... Read More
On The Charts - Top Songs and Albums from week of 11/04/06
Monday October 30, 2006
See which songs are topping the charts, and which song Jenn thinks will be the Next No. 1 for the following week. All chart rankings are based on the song's ... Read More
The Latest Releases from Nashville - Week of October 30, 2006
Monday October 30, 2006
We have eight new reviews for you to view this week. The first is Craig Morgan's Little Bit of Life, reviewed by Jolene. Jack reviews Taylor Swift's self-titled debut ... Read More
Country Polls This Week - October 30 - November 5th
Monday October 30, 2006
Vote for the AboutCountry Top 10 Singles, and this is the last week to cast your votes for your Favorite 2006 CMA Nominees. The poll will be tallied on Sunday, ... Read More
Top 20 Country Songs for 2006
Monday October 30, 2006
We've compiled a list of songs that have made it to the Top 20 this year. I'll add new songs as they enter the Top 20, and include links to ... Read More
Country Music Birthdays - Week of October 30 - November 5, 2006
Sunday October 29, 2006
This week's country music birthdays (even those no longer with us) include:
October 30 - Patsy Montana (1914) (died 5/3/96) "Ruby Blevins"
October 30 - T. Graham Brown (1954) "Anthony Graham ... Read More
What to do during CMA Week in Nashville
Friday October 27, 2006
If you're heading to Nashville next week for the CMA Awards, which will be held on November 6th, the fun starts this coming Monday, with a week full of ... Read More
Dierks Bentley Celebrates X3 This Week
Thursday October 26, 2006
This week is probably one that Dierks won't ever forget as he celebrates his album, Long Trip Alone debuting at No. 1, and his single, "Every Mile a Memory" ... Read More
Rodney Atkins' Watching You Streaming Video
Tuesday October 24, 2006
Have you seen the video for Rodney Atkins' new single, "Watching You?" The song is the second single from his If You're Going Through Hell CD. You can watch ... Read More
Animal Rescue Foundation's 2007 Celebrity Pet Calendar Features Familiar Country Faces
Tuesday October 24, 2006
Tony La Russa and his St. Louis Cardinals are in the currently in the middle of trying to beat out the Detroit Tigers in the 2007 World Series. But, when ... Read More
Country Music Shopping Guide - A Selection of Gifts for the Country Fan
Tuesday October 24, 2006
If you're looking for a gift for the country music fan on your list, you've come to the right place. I've compiled several CDs, plus some books and video suggestions ... Read More
George Canyon Concert Review 10/06
Monday October 23, 2006
AboutCountry Staff member Bobbi Smith attended George Canyon's show at the Belleville Empire Theater in Belleville, Ontario, Canada on October 16th. Read her review of the show, complete with ... Read More
Keith Urban Pre-Concert Party Turns into a Show of Support for Keith and Other Fans
Monday October 23, 2006
AboutCountry's Bobbi Smith gives us this exclusive account of what was to be a pre-concert party of Keith Urban fans prior to his October 20, 2006 concert at Mohegan Sun ... Read More
Country Music Single Releases - Wk of October 23, 2006
Monday October 23, 2006
Find out what new country music singles you can be listening for on your favorite radio station for the week of October 23, 2006, along with my thoughts on the ... Read More
Polls This Week - Week of October 23 - 29, 2006
Monday October 23, 2006
Here are the polls running this week on the site:
AboutCountry Top 10 Singles
Vote for your favorite CMA Nominees (thru 11/05/06)
View the results of last week's AboutCountry Top 10 Singles poll
Top 20 Country Music Songs of 2006
Monday October 23, 2006
We've compiled a list of songs that have made it to the Top 20 this year. I'll add new songs as they enter the Top 20, and include links to ... Read More
The Latest Releases from Nashville - Week of October 23 - 29, 2006
Monday October 23, 2006
We have five new reviews this week. The first is Dierks Bentley's Long Trip Alone, reviewed by Jennifer, who also reviews Montgomery Gentry's Some People Change. Kathy reviews George ... Read More
Call It Americana - J. J. Baron - Brand New Stranger
Monday October 23, 2006
Kathy's topic for her "Call It Americana" column this week is a review of J.J. Baron's 'Brand New Stranger' album. Look for future columns on a bi-weekly basis. Also, if ... Read More
Top 10 Hot Country Songs - October 23, 2006
Monday October 23, 2006
These are the 10 hottest Country songs of the week as determined by your AboutCountry Guide. This chart is compiled consulting data from various music industry charts and sources. It ... Read More
Streaming Audio of Kellie Pickler's "Red High Heels"
Monday October 23, 2006
American Idol finalist Kellie Pickler will release her debut album, Small Town Girl on October 31st. The first single from the album is "Red High Heels." Listen to the ... Read More
Country Music Birthdays - Week of October 23 - 29, 2006
Sunday October 22, 2006
This week's country music birthdays (even those no longer with us) include:
October 23 - Dwight Yoakam (1956)
October 23 - Junior Bryant (Ricochet) (1968)
October 23 - Jimmy Wayne (1972)
October 25 ... Read More
Keith Urban checks himself into Rehab for alcohol abuse
Saturday October 21, 2006
Country Superstar Keith Urban checked himself into a rehabilitation treatment center for alcohol abuse today (October 20).
He released a statement as he checked into rehab with his wife, ... Read More
Country Legend George Jones Fractures Wrist - Requires Surgery
Saturday October 21, 2006
George Jones was making his way to his producer's (Keith Stegall) studio today (October 20, 2006), to sing a part on his daughter Georgette Jones' new album. He didn't ... Read More
Sara Evans Divorce - And It Just Keeps Getting Uglier
Wednesday October 18, 2006
After the accusations Sara Evans made against her husband, including claiming that he had an affair with their former nanny, Alison Clinton, the nanny stuck back, denying the claims. ... Read More
Country Artist's Song Playlists Archive
Monday October 16, 2006
If you're looking to make a playlist of songs from your favorite artists, check out our suggestions for 20 different artists. I'll add new playlists as I have time. New ... Read More
Listen to the story behind "I Loved Her First"
Monday October 16, 2006
Listen to the Story Behind the Song as Jason Henke & Reed Trontell talk to songwriter Elliott Park about writing the smash single "I Loved Her First."
After listening, be sure ... Read More
The Latest Releases from Nashville - Wk of October 16, 2006
Monday October 16, 2006
We have five new reviews this week. The first is Lonestar's Mountains album, reviewed by Jack. Kathy reviews the expanded re-issue of Dwight Yoakam's Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc., and ... Read More
Country Music Charts - Week of October 16, 2006
Monday October 16, 2006
There are several ways to view songs that have reached the Top 20 on Billboard's charts. You can view all the songs that have reached the Top 20 for ... Read More
Country Music Single Releases
Monday October 16, 2006
Find out what new country music singles you can be listening for on your favorite radio station next week, along with my thoughts on the songs, and links to download ... Read More
Country Polls This Week - October 16 - 22, 2006
Monday October 16, 2006
Here are the polls running this week on the site:
AboutCountry Top 10 Singles
Vote for your Favorite Country Group or Duo
Vote for your favorite CMA Nominees (thru 11/05/06)
View the results of ... Read More
Top 5 Recommended Artists if you like Lonestar
Monday October 16, 2006
Not everyone has the same tastes in music. Even in country music, you have a vast variety of types of music to choose from. I've chosen five similar artists for ... Read More
On The Charts - Top Songs and Albums from week of 10/21/06
Monday October 16, 2006
See which songs are topping the charts, and which song Jenn thinks will be the Next No. 1 for the following week. All chart rankings are based on the song's ... Read More
Country Music Birthdays - Week of October 16 - 22, 2006
Sunday October 15, 2006
This week's country music birthdays (even those no longer with us) include:
October 17 - Alan Jackson (1958) "Alan Eugene Jackson"
October 17 - Earl Thomas Conley (1941)
October 18 - Josh ... Read More
Country, Tex-Mex Legend Freddy Fender Dead At 69
Sunday October 15, 2006
Freddy Fender, one of the most significant voices in Mexican American musical history, passed away today, October 14, 2006 at his home in Corpus Christi, Texas, surrounded by his ... Read More
Sara Evans files for Divorce
Saturday October 14, 2006
Sara Evans filed for divorce Thursday night (October 12, 2006) from her husband of 13 years, Craig Schelske, alledging he verbally abused her, committed adultry, and frequently watched pornography ... Read More
Barbara Mandrell Audio Clips
Thursday October 12, 2006
Great American Country will devote its entire primetime lineup next Monday, October 16th, to three programs that focus on the live and career of Barbara Mandrell.
Listen to two short ... Read More
Keith Urban's Album Preview Concerts
Monday October 9, 2006
Keith Urban recently previewed his upcoming album, Love, Pain & the whole crazy thing, due out on November 7, 2006, in two Fan Club-Only concerts in Atlanta, Georgia. AboutCountry's ... Read More
Mega Country Trivia Quiz 2
Monday October 9, 2006
Are you ready for even MORE Country Music Trivia? You've taken the Mega Country Trivia Quiz, and aced it? Well, here is another quiz with all new questions... 40 total. ... Read More
Country Music Audio/Video Index
Monday October 9, 2006
We've added three new Streaming audio files for you to listen to this week. The first is George Strait's "Give It Away." You can also listen to the Randy Rogers ... Read More
Country Polls This Week - October 9 - 15, 2006
Monday October 9, 2006
Here are the polls running this week on the site:
AboutCountry Top 10 Singles
Vote for your Favorite Country Group or Duo
Vote for your favorite CMA Nominees (thru 11/05/06)
View the results of ... Read More
The Latest Releases from Nashville - Wk of October 9, 2006
Monday October 9, 2006
We have six new CD Reviews, plus a DVD Review this week. The first is George Strait's It Just Comes Natural, reviewed by Jennifer. She also tackles Carolina Rain's ... Read More
Top 20 Country Music Charts - Week of October 9, 2006
Monday October 9, 2006
There are several ways to view songs that have reached the Top 20 on Billboard's charts. You can view all the songs that have reached the Top 20 for ... Read More
Country Calendar Wallpaper for October 2006
Monday October 9, 2006
I've designed calendar wallpaper featuring a different country music artist for each month of the year. For the month of October, we feature Country Music Superstar Kenny Chesney. Download ... Read More
Call It Americana - Spicewood Seven - Kakistocracy
Monday October 9, 2006
Kathy's topic for her "Call It Americana" column this week is a review of Spidecood Seven's 'Kakistocracy' album. Look for future columns on a bi-weekly basis. Also, if you have ... Read More
Country Music Birthdays - Week of October 9 - 15, 2006
Sunday October 8, 2006
This week's country music birthdays (even those no longer with us) include:
October 9 - Gary Bennett (BR5-49) (1964)
October 10 - Tony Arata (1957)
October 10 - Tanya Tucker (1958)
October 11 ... Read More
Nashville Star 4 Tour Concert Review
Monday October 2, 2006
The Nashville Star, Season 4 Tour rolled into Red Bluff, CA on September 23, 2006. I was able to attend the show, and you can read my concert review. ... Read More
Top 20 Country Music Charts - Week of October 2, 2006
Monday October 2, 2006
There are several ways to view songs that have reached the Top 20 on Billboard's charts. You can view all the songs that have reached the Top 20 for 2006, ... Read More
Kenny Chesney - The Singles with Chart History
Monday October 2, 2006
Kenny Chesney recently celebrated 25 million in sales, and to celebrate, we've compiled a list of all his single releases, along with chart position of each of them, and ... Read More
Country Polls This Week - October 2 - 8, 2006
Monday October 2, 2006
Here are the polls running this week on the site:
AboutCountry Top 10 Singles
Top 10 for September 2006
Vote for your favorite CMA Nominees (thru 11/05/06)
Note: I've discontinued the AboutCountry Top 10 ... Read More
Josh Turner Would You Go With Me Video Player
Monday October 2, 2006
The second single "Would You Go With Me" from Josh Turner's Your Man CD has a great video to go with it. View it now by clicking the link ... Read More
The Latest Releases from Nashville - Wk of October 2, 2006
Monday October 2, 2006
We have five new CD Reviews this week, plus a DVD Review. Sue reviews Alan Jackson's Like Red On a Rose. Jennifer reviews Chris Young's self-titled major label release. ... Read More
Sugarland's "Want To" Video Player
Monday October 2, 2006
If you'd like to get a little Sugarland fix, here's the perfect solution. View the full-length streaming video for the group's single "Want To" right here.
This is the first ... Read More
Will the Circle Be Unbroken Book Review
Monday October 2, 2006
The Country Music Hall of Fame has put out a new Country Music book on the History of Country Music in America. It is edited by Paul Kingsbury and ... Read More
Country Music Single Releases - Wk of October 2, 2006
Monday October 2, 2006
Find out what new country music singles you can be listening for on your favorite radio station for the week of October 2, 2006, along with my thoughts on the ... Read More
Country Music Birthdays - Week of October 2 - 8, 2006
Sunday October 1, 2006
This week's country music birthdays (even those no longer with us) include:
October 2 - Jo-El Sonnier (1946) "Joel Sonnier"
October 2 - Chris LeDoux (1948) (died 3/9/05)
October 2 - Joy ... Read More