Jimmy Wayne Opens His Heart
Pick up the current issue of Country Weekly to get a feature article on Jimmy Wayne. Jimmy talks about the personal connection he has with his current single "Paper Angels," and his devotion to helping troubled kids. You can hear the song, from Jimmy's self-titled debut album, now playing on country radio.
Randy Travis Joins 'Extreme Makeover' Dream Team
Randy Travis joined forces with Extreme Makeover: Home Edition to help the Elcano family get a new Bakersfield home and raise $60,000 for the kids’ college funds. The show will air Sunday, November 21 on ABC at 8 p.m. ET. Travis will release his new CD, Passing Through, featuring the single "Four Walls" on November 9.
Travis will presenting “Album of the Year” with CSI Miami star Emily Procter on the Country Music Association Awards tonight, November 9 at 8 p.m. ET.
In conjunction with the Grammys and in support of music education in America's public schools, Travis has designed an artistic rendition of the Grammy logo that is currently appearing on all A&W Root Beer cans and available wherever A&W product is sold. For his participation, 7Up/A&W have made a donation in his name to Grammy Signature Schools.
Clay Walker Named Honorary Ambassador for National Multiple Sclerosis Society's 2005 MS Cycling Series
Two years ago, multi-platinum country music star Clay Walker made the decision to step from the sidelines to share his personal eight-year experience with multiple sclerosis (MS). This week, you won't find Walker in the recording studio or touring the country with his band, because he will be attending the National Multiple Sclerosis Society's (NMSS) Leadership Conference and networking with some of the nation's leaders in the fight against MS. This is yet another effort by Walker to accomplish his two key objectives -- to raise funds to find a cure for the disease and to help people understand the importance of drug therapy in proactively managing MS.
Walker's appointment as Honorary Ambassador for the Society's 2005 MS Cycling Series will be announced at the conference. Along with his regular concert tour, Walker and band members will be participating in select MS150 bike tours across the country. In preparation for Walker's new role, he has been participating in training rides around the country speaking to people along the way about his experience with MS. More...
Chesney Scores Big With First CMA Award Wins
The 38th Annual Country Music Association Awards took place Tuesday night in Nashville. Hosts Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn of Brooks & Dunn picked up their 12th Vocal Duo of the Year Award. The pair sang their upcoming single "It's Getting Better All the Time" from their second Greatest Hits CD.
Kenny Chesney picked up his first two CMA Awards with the coveted Entertainer of the Year and Album of the Year for When the Sun Goes Down, which was produced by Chesney and Buddy Cannon.
"I am so proud to be in Country Music," Chesney said. "I love it with all my heart. I stay up at night thinking about how to make my show better. Thank y'all very much."
Keith Urban Takes ‘Surprise’ Male Vocalist Award
Keith Urban won Male Vocalist of the Year at “The 38th Annual CMA Awards,” on November 9.
“Thank you so much. Oh my Lord. I thought I was just rounding out the category,'' said a visibly moved Urban.
"I am so dumbfounded, I don't know what to say," Urban said. "I am so glad my mom and dad are here tonight. I thank Nashville for letting me come and make music because it's all I ever wanted to do anyway."
McBride Takes Female Vocalist and Sparkly Gems
Martina McBride won Female Vocalist of the Year at "The 38th Annual CMA Awards" on November 9. McBride also took home a necklace valued at $100,000 for her win.
"When I was a little girl in Kansas, I had some big dreams," McBride said. "I don't think I ever dreamed this big."
Toby Keith To Perform on AOL Music LIVE!
One night after the highly anticipated release of Greatest Hits 2, Toby Keith will perform live online as part of the AOL Music LIVE! series. AOL Music will broadcast this special event live to both AOL for Broadband members and fans on the Web. The live broadcast takes place November 10 at 9 p.m. from The Factory in Franklin, TN.
Kristofferson Honored At Tootsie's As First Ever Orchid Award Recipient
Kris Kristofferson was recently honored at World Famous Tootsie's Orchid Lounge as the recipient of the first ever Orchid Award to a standing-room only crowd that overflowed onto Broadway, packed with media, fans and well-wishers. Kristofferson received a commemorative certificate from Tootsie's Recording Artist John Stone and his engraved likeness was placed at the front door of Tootsie's. More...