Miranda Lambert is busy touring this summer and her husband Blake has a full schedule too. An insider says they'll spend over 70 days apart the coming months - the first time they've broken their rule of never going more than two weeks without seeing each other.
MuttNation Helps Our Moore, Okla
Speaking of Miranda, her dog rescue foundation, MuttNation just put two mobile units in Moore, Oklahoma. They'll provide animals with shelter while they get treatment and they'll also help transport them to permanent locations.
Carrie Underwood Donates a Million to Red Cross
Oklahoma native Carrie Underwood has donated $1 million to the American Red Cross. Her tour just wrapped but for every fan who came to the show, a dollar was donated to the charity.
Jake Owen Tweets With Fans
Jake Owen just asked people to submit random questions on Twitter. One asked how Jake's dad's doing and he said, "good news, he's out of radiation treatment for cancer." Another guy asked if Jake ever blocks psycho fans and he said, "Nope, I embrace them."
Toby Keith Opens New Eatery
Toby Keith just signed a lease to open another 'I Love this Bar & Grill' at the Savannah Mall in Georgia. Construction begins in July and the opening will be sometime in early 2014.
Trisha Yearwood Satisfies Foodies Saturday
Finally - the new season of Trisha Yearwood's, 'Trisha's Southern Kitchen' debuts Saturday on The Food Network.
Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert want us to help people affected by the tornado by donating at redcross.org.
Toby Keith's Planning Tornado Benefit
Toby Keith's in the beginning stages of putting together a benefit for the victims at the University of Okalahoma's football stadium.
Brad Paisley Guests on 'Nashville' Tonight
Brad Paisley guests on the season finale of 'Nashville' tonight, playing himself.
Little Big Town Debuts Video Tomorrow
Little Big Town's new video for, 'Your Side of the Bed,' will debut on 'Good Morning America' tomorrow then it can be seen all day tomorrow on GoodMorningAmerica.com.
The Band Perry Loves Their Sweet Tea
The Band Perry love to tour with Rascal Flatts because they have the best sweet tea of anyone. They also said when they toured with Keith Urban he had the best pasta bar every night!
Taylor Swift Consoles Friend Kristen Stewart
Actress Kristen Stewart spent all day at Taylor Swift's Beverly Hills home Monday getting a little consolation after her break-up with boyfriend Robert Pattinson.
Kenny Chesney Says He's Going Nowhere
Kenny Chesney was recently asked when he might slow down in his career and he said, "I haven't even thought about it because I love what I do too much."
Darius Rucker Hangs With Jimmy Kimmel
Finally - Darius Rucker performs tonight on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live.'
Toby Keith's from Moore, OK, the town devastated by a tornado yesterday - the city's water tower even bears his name. Toby lives in nearby in Norman and I heard his place was a near miss but his sisters home got hit. He'd left town right before the tornado landed to go to Nashville and he tweeted, "I have family and friends in Moore. My prayers go to those that have lost so much."
Taylor Swift's neighbors at her new house on the beach in Rhode Island aren't too happy. One of them said, "it's already a circus and because of her recent stalker scare, a section of the beach is roped off now. I don't want to speak for everyone, but she's kinda not welcome."
Neil and Reid from The Band Perry say they've given big sister Kimberly a thumbs up when it comes to her dating Toronto Blue Jays catcher, J. P. Arencibia.
As for Faith Hill being a judge on 'The X Factor,' she tweeted, "flattered, but not true."
Jennifer Nettles says Sugarland is not breaking up, just taking time to do things individually.
Carrie Underwood's on the cover of June's Marie Claire magazine, out today.
Finally - tonight, Wynonna returns to 'Dancing with the Stars' to sing on the season finale. Also tonight, Thompson Square debut their new single on 'The Tonight Show.'
Trace Adkins won 'Celebrity Apprentice' last night, making a total of $1.6 million for his charity, The American Red Cross.
Jennifer Nettles Goes Solo This Fall
After years of speculation, Jennifer Nettles from Sugarland will release a solo album this fall. Do we think the break-up of the duo is far behind?
Kellie Pickler on 'Dancing' Finale
The finale of 'Dancing with the Stars' is tonight and tomorrow night and for the first time ever, four dancers will compete including Kellie Pickler who says because of dancing, her toes look like little swollen sausages.
Taylor Swift Sweeps 'Billboard Awards'
Taylor Swift swept last night's 'Billboard Music Awards' winning eight including the night's top honor, Artist of the Year.
Keith Urban Wants to be 'Idol' Judge in 2014
Keith Urban wants to return as a judge on 'American Idol' next year and says, "I enjoy coming to work every day and that's a rarity."
Alabama Tribute Album Will be Huge
Finally - the Alabama tribute album, 'Alabama & Friends' is out later this year with Rascal Flatts, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Toby Keith and more all singing Alabama hits with them.
Speaking of Tim, Sunday night, his two-hour 'Superstar Summer Night Concert Special' is on CBS and it features performances by Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Brantley Gilbert, Faith, Keith Urban, Lady A and The Band Perry.
Will Trace Adkins Win 'Celebrity Apprentice'
Also Sunday night, the finale of 'All-Star Celebrity Apprentice' is between Trace Adkins and Penn Jillette and Taylor Swift appears on '60 Minutes.'
Shania, TBP + Kasey Musgraves Sing in Vegas Sunday
The Billboard Music Awards are Sunday from Las Vegas. The Band Perry, Kasey Musgraves and Taylor Swift will perform. Presenters include Shania, FloridaGeorgia Line and it'll be the first time we see Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles since she had her baby.
Tim McGraw Helps a Fan In Need
At a recent Tim McGraw concert, a women in the front looked like she was having some health problems so Tim stopped the show and went to help her. When she woke up, the first thing she saw was Tim standing over her with some water.
Brantley Gilbert's Addicted to Working Out
Brantley Gilbert's addicted to working out so he's made a mini mobile gym on his tour bus.
Luke Bryan Fancies The Puffy Muffin
Finally - Nashville's newest celebrity food hang out is The Puffy Muffin. Kimberly from Little Big Town was seen there so was Luke Bryan. You can check out their menu here:
Keith Urban performs his new single, 'Every Bit of Everything' on tonight's season finale of 'American Idol.' The Band Perry are also on the show singing with fifth place finalist Janelle Arthur.
Trace Adkins Hires Unknown Singer
Trace Adkins is on 'Fox & Friends' tomorrow morning performing his new single 'Watch the World End.' It's a duet with Colbie Caillat but she can't be there so Trace will perform with a singer he saw at his daughter's college dance recital. 23-year-old Maureen Maltez blew him away so much that Trace chose her to sing with him tomorrow.
GeorgeStrait Hints About Kenny and a Tour
As for the 2nd leg of his farewell tour in 2014, GeorgeStrait has a few surprises in store and says, "Kenny Chesney and I have been friends for a long time, so don't be surprised if you see him out with us next year somewhere."
Taylor Swift's Swimming Stalker is Arrested
Taylor Swift just spent $17 million on a beachfront mansion in Rhode Island and now a fan from Chicago's been arrested for trespassing after he swam up to her new place. Police spotted the man getting out of the water at two in the morning and he was booked for trespassing and transported to a police station.
Tim McGraw is on With Jimmy Fallon Tonight
Finally - tonight Tim McGraw guests on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.'
Faith Hill is among the singers who may be a judge on Simon Cowell's 'X Factor' this season. Reba was also rumored to be a judge but if that was true, looks like she seems to be out of the running now. They better figure it out soon tho as auditions start in less than two weeks.
Trace Adkins Ice Cream Rocks
I went to Walgreen's yesterday and bought Trace Adkins 'Maple Macadamia' ice cream that he created for the 'Celebrity Apprentice' finale Sunday. It's roasted macadamia nuts in maple ice cream. I think he'll beat Penn Jillette because Trace's ice cream is better! Penn is 'Magic Swurtle' - vanilla ice cream, chocolate swirl with caramel turtles covered in chocolate.
PistolAnnies Have Internet Show Tonight
Pistol Annies perform tonight in an hour-long live internet show. They'll play songs from both records and it starts at 10 PM ET at ramcountry.music.yahoo.com.
Brad Paisley on 'The View' Today
Brad Paisley will guest on 'The View' today and 'Letterman' tonight.
Keith Urban Sighting In Nashville
A good place to see Keith Urban next time you're in Nashville is Bread & Company.
Luke Bryan's 4th Album Out August 13
Finally - Luke Bryan's 4th studio album is out August 13 and he also reveals his biggest fear - spiders that surprise you.
George Strait's 40th studio album, 'Love Is Everything' is out today but only Wal-Mart has the limited edition that includes a 64-page collectible magazine but only 60,000 copies were made.
Trace Adkins 'Love Will...' Is Here
Also out today, Trace Adkins new record, 'Love Will…' with pop star Colbie Caillat and the Harlem Gospel Chorus. Set your DVR as Trace will be on the 'Today Show' tomorrow.
Miranda Lambert's Not Pregnant Says Mom
Miranda Lambert's mom, Beverly's heard all the rumors about her daughter being pregnant and she says she'd be the first to know if it was true and she hasn't heard a thing. Blake and Miranda celebrate their 2nd wedding anniversary today.
'CMT Music Awards' Air June 5
The 'CMT Music Awards' are June 5 and the first round of performers include Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town, Pistol Annies, Hunter Hayes and Taylor Swift.
Speaking of Taylor, her cameo on the season finale of 'New Girl' is tonight on Fox.
Lady A Rock It On 'The Voice' Tonight
Also tonight, Lady A are on 'The Voice' and Pistol Annies are on 'The Late, Late Show with Craig Ferguson.'
Kenny Chesney's T-Shirts Help Boston
Finally – Kenny Chesney's selling a t-shirt to help Boston Marathon bombing victims get the prosthetic limbs and rehab they need and you can buy one at kennychesney.com.
Katie Couric will have Kenny Chesney on her show today. He'll perform and talk about his charity for the Boston Marathon Bombing victims. First responders are also on and a mom and daughter hurt in the blast. Kenny says, "people who didn't think of their own safety, but helped others and you realize what a hero really is!"
Trace Adkins in 'Apprentice' Finale
'Celebrity Apprentice' is down to its final 2 for next week's finale, Trace Adkins and Penn Jillette. It will help Trace win if you go buy his Maple Macadamia ice cream today at Walgreens.
Reba's Sitcom Gets the Ax
After just one season, Reba's sitcom, 'Malibu Country' has been cancelled due to poor ratings.
Pistol Annies, Lady A and Luke Bryan Up Late
Tonight, Pistol Annies are on 'The Tonight Show,' Lady Antebellum are on 'Chelsea Lately' and Luke Bryan's on 'The Late Show with David Letterman.'
BradPaisley Rents Movie Theater
This weekend Brad Paisley rented out an entire movie theatre in Indianapolis so his he and his tour openers could watch, 'Iron Man 3.'
Dierks Bentley Opens Bar in Arizona
Dierks Bentley's opening a bar in his home state of Arizona. 'Whiskey Row' will have a 360-degree stage and a massive 24 ft. tall TV. The bar opens on July 4.
Florida Georgia Line Debuts Video With Nelly
Finally - Florida Georgia Line and rapper Nelly's video for 'Cruise' premieres tonight on VEVO.com.
Brad Paisley just kicked off his Beat This Summer Tour. He has a lot of surprises in store like the late Roger Miller sings with him; he also has a giant wheel that flings mud all over the place. Brad created an app so fans can become part of the show and it's at Lights.BradPaisley.com
Miranda Lambert tweeted early this morning, "3 years ago today blake shelton asked me to marry him. Pretty great moment in my life. I really like him!"
Luke Bryan says his perfect day on the road is waking up at 9:30 and finding a trout stream near the venue, after fishing he always works out before playing that night.
Hunter Hayes is performing a sold out show that will be streamed live in New York June 18, and someone will get the chance to open for him and Hunter will choose the winner. The contest deadline is May 24, just head to hunterhayes.com
Maxim's annual 'Hot 100 Sexiest Women' list is out and Kellie Pickler was #96. The only other country star was Taylor Swift at #13, which also happens to be her favorite number.
Finally - Saturday night, Willie Nelson will receive an honorary doctorate degree from Boston's Berklee College of Music.
Tonight on 'Idol,' Lauren Alaina returns to sing her new country single and we're also hearing after this season's over, all 4 judges will be fired including Keith Urban. For the second night in a row, Lady A are on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon' and tonight they'll be taking part in a skit.
If she wasn't a musician, Miranda Lambert would have been a party planner. One of her favorite party meals is a hamburger steak she makes with onion and mushroom gravy that Blake loves!
Tim McGraw's been in the music biz for years but he still thinks there's so much more ahead for him musically. He says the key to his long success - he makes records that he would like to hear.
A few days ago a local high school lacrosse team ran into Taylor Swift in Franklin, TN. They said she was so nice and she even found the time to take a picture with them!
A few months ago Thompson Square added to their family, another adorable terrier mix pup they named Barkley. He joins big sister Etta.
Finally - Miranda Lambert's now met all her heroes except one; Dolly Parton. She'd love to meet and says, "it's crazy I still haven't met her yet."
What I told you yesterday has now been confirmed, Carrie Underwood is the new voice of 'Sunday Night Football.' Carrie Tweeted, "I'm so excited to be a part of 'Sunday Night Football!' I've been a fan my entire life!" Turns out she was NBC's first and only choice and Carrie will make her debut on September 8.
Katie Couric will spend almost the entire hour of her show Monday with Kenny Chesney. They'll be discussing Kenny's 'Spread The Love' charity for the Boston Marathon Bombing victims and they'll be visiting with some of them too.
Today, Pistol Annies are on 'The View,' tonight Lady A are on 'Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.'
Brantley Gilbert's fiancée Jana Kramer eats very healthy so he hides his Cheetos and Doritos. As for details about their upcoming wedding, Brantley says, "I'm locked and you don't have the key."
Blake Shelton found a company that grocery shops for he and Miranda if they don't feel like going themselves. Blake says he can't think of anything worse than shopping.
Finally - Hunter Hayes told me his pre-show meal always includes Tostitos and salsa.
Based on my sources and a Tweet from Carrie Underwood, it looks like she's replacing Faith Hill on 'Sunday Night Football.' The official announcement from the NFL should come today around 3 PM.
The nominations are out for June's 'CMT Music Awards,' and Miranda Lambert, Eric Church and Luke Bryan lead the pack, with four nods each.
2012 CMA Award Nominations:
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Brad Paisley –"Southern Comfort Zone"
Carrie Underwood – "Blown Away"
Eric Church – "Springsteen"
Florida Georgia Line – "Cruise"
Hunter Hayes – "Wanted"
Jason Aldean– "1994"
Kenny Chesney – "Come Over"
Little Big Town – "Tornado"
Luke Bryan – "Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye"
Miranda Lambert – "Mama's Broken Heart"
Taylor Swift – "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together"
Tim McGraw – "One of Those Nights"
MALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Blake Shelton – "Sure Be Cool If You Did"
Eric Church – "Creepin'"
Hunter Hayes – "Wanted"
Jason Aldean – "Take a Little Ride"
Kenny Chesney – "Come Over"
Luke Bryan – "Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye"
FEMALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Carrie Underwood– "Two Black Cadillacs"
Faith Hill – "American Heart"
Jana Kramer – "Why Ya Wanna"
Kacey Musgraves – "Merry Go 'Round"
Miranda Lambert – "Mama's Broken Heart"
Taylor Swift– "Begin Again"
GROUP VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Lady Antebellum – "Downtown"
Little Big Town – "Pontoon"
Pistol Annies – "Takin' Pills"
Rascal Flatts – "Come Wake Me Up"
The Band Perry – "Better Dig Two"
Zac Brown Band – "Goodbye in Her Eyes"
DUO VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Big & Rich – "That's Why I Pray"
Florida Georgia Line – "Cruise"
Love and Theft – "Runnin' Out Of Air"
Thompson Square– "If I Didn't Have You"
BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Dustin Lynch – "Cowboys and Angels"
Florida Georgia Line – "Cruise"
Jana Kramer – "Why Ya Wanna"
Kacey Musgraves – "Merry Go 'Round"
Kip Moore – "Beer Money"
Randy Houser – "How Country Feels"
COLLABORATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Brad Paisley and Joe Walsh – "Rocky Mountain Way," from CMT Crossroads: Joe Walsh & Friends
Jason Aldean with Luke Bryan and Eric Church – "The Only Way I Know," from 2012 CMA Awards
Kelly Clarkson featuring Vince Gill – "Don't Rush," from 2012 CMA Awards
Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw – "Feel Like A Rockstar"
Rascal Flatts and Journey – "Changed," from CMT Crossroads: Journey and Rascal Flatts
The Avett Brothers and Randy Travis – "Three Wooden Crosses" from CMT Crossroads: The Avett Brothers and Randy Travis
CMT PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR
Dierks Bentley – "5-1-5-0" from CMT Unplugged
Eric Church – "Homeboy" from 2012 CMT Artists of the Year
Luke Bryan and Ryan Tedder – "Drunk On You/Feel Again" from 2012 CMT Artists of the Year
Miranda Lambert – "Over You" from 2012 CMT Artists of the Year
Rascal Flatts and Journey– "Don't Stop Believin'" from CMT Crossroads: Journey and Rascal Flatts
Toby Keith– "Beers Ago" from 2012 CMT Artists of the Year
Tim McGraw debuted the video for, 'Highway Don't Care,' yesterday with Taylor Swift and Keith Urban. It includes a powerful car crash that happened because someone was texting and driving. Tim and Faith's oldest, Gracie turned 16 yesterday and just got her drivers license and because of that, Tim says he doesn't mind that the video's kinda preachy. Tim believes this video will save some lives as well.
Lady A's latest record, 'Golden' is in stores and they'll be on the 'Ellen DeGeneres Show' today.
The Pistol Annies' sophomore album is out and Miranda Lambert says for this record they put all their musical chips on the table, so that's why they called it, 'Annie Up.' You can see them on the 'Late Show with David Letterman' tonight.
Finally – Shania's just added 22 more fall dates to her Las Vegas run at Caesars Palace.
A Dallas songwriter is suing Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, their labels, publishing companies, and two Nashville songwriters for copyright infringement, claiming they ripped off her song 'Remind Me,' that they heard her perform in 09. She's seeking $10 million in damages. Brad released 'Remind Me' in 2011 and it went on be a #1 hit for he and Carrie.
The Pistol Annies' have a new record out tomorrow, the same day they appear on 'The Today Show,' so set your DVR. Lady A also has a new CD out tomorrow and they'll be on 'Good Morning America.'
Today, Tim McGraw debuts the video for 'Highway Don't Care,' just head to YouTube.com/TimMcGraw at 4 PM CT. Tim says the video's a short film that will surprise everyone.
Jason Aldean, Jimmy Buffett, Aerosmith and more come together for a concert in Boston May 30 to raise money for victims of the Boston Marathon bombing. Tickets go on sale today. Also on sale today, Garth's two Las Vegas Memorial Day shows at ticketmaster.com.
Finally – Keith Urban's dream came true Friday night in L.A., he got to sit in with the Rolling Stones. Something he says he'd have picked over going to the moon! Tonight Keith's on with 'Conan.'
George Jones was buried yesterday following an emotional service where many had trouble getting thru their songs. Alan Jackson ended it with an amazing rendition of 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.' We found out George liked Raisin Bran and his wife Nancy was so devoted to him she'd pick out the raisins because he hated them so much. Nancy said the last moments of his life were pain free and he was alert until six hours before he died. One of the last things he said was, 'why y'all crying, I'm going to heaven.'
Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert have said a baby's still a few years away, but a source tells Hollywood Life, "after this summer she wants to slow down and focus on having a baby. Blake's ready too and if it were up to him, they'd already have a kid running around."
My rumor yesterday was true, Jason Alden's been confirmed to co-host June's 'CMT Awards.'
Garth will play four shows at the Encore Theater in Las Vegas soon and they'll film it for purchase later. Memorial Day's two shows go on sale Monday morning at ticketmaster.com and the July 4th shows go on sale June 3.
Eric Church is 36 today.
Tonight Kacey Musgraves performs on 'Letterman.'
Finally - Saturday, Martina will sing the national anthem prior to the Kentucky Derby and Chris Young sings it before the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Talladega.
Today at 10 AM Central George Jones' funeral service is broadcast live on CMT and GAC and if you're not by a TV, you can also watch it at opry.com. Tons of celebrities and politicians will take part either performing or speaking, like Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, Charlie Daniels, Vince Gill, Alan Jackson, Wynonna, Randy Travis and more.
Tho not confirmed yet it looks like Kristen Bell's 'CMT Music Awards' co-host is Jason Aldean.
The first single off Luke Bryan's upcoming album will be a collaboration with rapper T-Pain and they met in 09 when Luke opened for T-Pain at the U of Central Florida's Homecoming concert.
Today, Lady A perform on the roof of Jet Blue Airways support center near the JFK airport in New York City.
Last year with the charity 'Operation Homefront' Tim McGraw helped give away 30 homes and this year he'll give 31 military families a new home. Tim says, "I'm more grateful than I've ever been for the sacrifices they make for our country. I'm just honored to be a part of this."
Finally – the daytime Emmy nominations are out and Little Big Town got one for Outstanding Original Song, for 'Good Afternoon America' and Trisha Yearwood's Food Network show, 'Trisha's Southern Kitchen' got a nod for Outstanding Culinary Program.
Actress Kristen Bell was asked back but Toby Keith wasn't to co-host this years 'CMT Music Awards' June 5.
Kenny Chesney has set up a fund to pay for prosthetics and care needed by Boston Marathon bombing victims. He also gave a sizable donation himself and sales from Kenny's 'Spread the Love' off his new album will also be given to the bombing victims.
ThompsonSquare just had their second #1 with 'If I Didn't Have You.' I found out a few years ago do you know they almost quit the music biz because things just didn't seem to be working out for them.
He's being sued again by Curb Records but that won't put a damper on Tim McGraw's 46th birthday today. Also today, The Band Perry are on 'The Talk.'
As for his love life, Hunter Hayes told me, "I can't even shake hands with anyone before a story's written about it but if I was dating someone, I wouldn't lie but I'd try and keep it private for a bit, to give it a fair shot."
Finally – at 9 PM last night Jake Owen tweeted to see if fans wanted to sing some songs together with him and two hours later he had an internet show from his kitchen to play new tunes for them.
