Alan Jackson and his wife Denise have been married for 32 years. The couple survived a short separation back in 1998. But they went through a bigger threat when Denise was diagnosed with cancer. Now, more than a year later, Alan says Denise appears to be cancer-free. “She’s doing great, it’s been a year since […]
Dierks Bentley performed on one of his favorite stages last month: Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. He debuted several songs from his new CD, “Home,” available February 7th. One of those songs, one he wrote called “Thinking Of You,” was inspired by his 3 year old daughter Evie. In fact, in the album version, Evie can be heard […]
It’s always a special day when new members are announced for the Country Music Hall of Fame. The ceremony was held in the rotunda, where the bronze plaques of the members are displayed. There, the new members were announced one by one: Musician Hargus “Pig” Robbins, legendary singer Connie Smith, and the top selling male […]
How do you thank your team for a #1 song? If you’re Keith Urban, and you’re celebrating your 14th #1, you send the Father Ryan High School marching band to the offices of your record label, performing the song that made it to the top: “You’re Gonna Fly.” Keith would have been there himself, but […]
Keith Urban enjoys celebrating #1 hits. His last one, “Long Hot Summer,” hit the top of the charts back in October. Around that time, Keith found out he needed some vocal surgery, and had to take some time off. The “Long Hot Summer” #1 party was delayed a few months so everyone connected with the song could […]
We are thrilled and honored that the Academy of Country Music has named Country Countdown USA host Lon Helton as the 2012 National Broadcast Personality of the Year! The award will be presented on April 1st in Las Vegas, which is ironically the show’s 20th anniversary! Country Countdown made it’s debut the first week of […]
The 54th annual Grammy Awards take place Sunday night in Los Angeles. Country stars will be in full force in the audience and on stage. Triple nominee Jason Aldean will perform his nominated hit, “Don’t You Wanna Stay” with previous winner Kelly Clarkson. The Band Perry will be part of a tribute to Glen Campbell. […]
Congratulations to George Strait & wife Norma on becoming first-time grandparents! Their son Bubba’s wife Tamara gave birth to a boy last week. Country Aircheck reports George announced the big news during a tour stop in Phoenix. No mention yet of the boy’s name. In October, Country Countdown USA’s Lon Helton spoke with George about becoming […]
Every year, a top star performs at the Super Bowl Halftime show. In the past, we’ve seen Bruce Springsteen, The Who, The Black-Eyed Peas, The Rolling Stones, and Michael Jackson. In 2012, it’s Madonna. How about Kenny Chesney? Country Countdown USA host Lon Helton put the question to Kenny himself as they sat in the new […]
The main event at the Super Bowl is the football game Sunday evening. But the host city of Indianapolis has been has been celebrating all week. For ten days, the area around the Lucas Oil Stadium was turned into Super Bowl Village. At one end, there was the Convention Center that featured the NFL Experience. There, fans […]
