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After penning songs for country stars such as Rascal Flatts, Gretchen Wilso and George Strait, singer-songwriter Anthony Smith's elated to have his own new single.

Sometimes, absolute misery is exquisite. More than just your average country music group, The Everybodyfields use life's experiences to strike a chord with audiences.

With an undeniable and honest affinity for classic Louisiana music, The Red Stick Ramblers unveil the act's most wide-ranging, genre-combining CD to date.

Hit-maker Phil Vassar, who's easily the best-known piano-playin' country star on the circuit today, is releasing his much-anticipated new studio album, Traveling Circus.

Since shedding 136 pounds as America watched on "The Biggest Loser" TV show, singer-songwriter Dan Evans has released a debut album, with a contemporary-country sound.

Country music's Eric Durrance closed 2008 on a career high as the opening act for headliner Jason Aldean only to find his home destroyed. From the ashes, he's found hope.

Singer-songwriter Brady Seals found fame fast as a founding member of country super-group Little Texas. These days, he's promoting a new solo album with adult themes.

Texas singer-songwriter Jack Ingram, after years on the live circuit, became an overnight success within country music. Now, he's gearing to release his latest CD.

Jamey Johnson's inked a string of hit-country songs, from "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk" to "Give It Away." But these days, he's got this own hit CD and a trio of Grammy nods.

The only thing bigger than the larger-than-life, broad-shouldered figure that country newcomer James Otto cuts when he enters a room is the 6-foot, 5-inch singer's sound.

Tommy Cash, younger brother to the legendary "Man in Black," has released a fitting tribute to his late sibling that includes duets with some of country's best.

Most country fans likely know Brady Seals as a founding member, former keyboardist and co-lead singer of Little Texas. Today, he's on his own with an irreverent solo CD.

Automaker Chevrolet, official sponsor of the 2008 Country Music Association Awards, will present a free Nov. 11 concert at downtown Nashville's Sommet Center Plaza.

Most country fans know "Big Kenny" Alphin as one-half of the hit duo Big & Rich. But on his new solo CD, he demonstrates his musical freedom via inspired reflection.

With production support from Teddy Gentry, co-founder of country super-group Alabama, new artist Eric Durrance has leapt onto the CMT video scene and U.S. country charts.

Dan Evans may be best known as a favorite contestant on the "The Biggest Loser" TV show, but thanks to a new album, that's all about to change.

Although Lady Antebellum has been making music as a collective for barely two years, the trio's country sound already is road-worn, heart-torn and hit-laden.

Award-winning country newcomer Taylor Swift harmonizes with British rock band Def Leppard for a genre-merging live concert that airs on CMT in November.

One of the biggest voids in country music has been filled, and now Nashville has a voice in the valley.

The Cash surname is royalty in country music circles, but its legacy didn't start, nor end, with The Man in Black. Johnny's brother has long carried on the hit tradition.

Guy Gilchrist illustrates the popular 'Nancy' comic series that's read daily by some 70 million worldwide. But there's an inspired country-music side of the artist, too.

Country newcomers the Carter Twins, with CMT and country veterans behind them, have sold 12,000 units of their debut single online in under six weeks.

Country music fans in some large U.S. cities have witnessed the demise of their local country stations. But options exist for such fans, including online country radio.

Music City-based songwriters Bridgette Tatum and Danny Myrick have garnered their first top-country hit, thanks to country singer Jason Aldean's energetic interpretation.

Grammy Award-winning country singer-guitarist Steve Wariner has created a tribute CD in honor of his late friend and mentor, Chet Atkins.

If you're considering a career in health care you must be able to communicate effectively with both written and oral language skills.

Leaving home can be difficult. And when you move far, far away, culture shock can aggravate your homesickness, which strikes in surprisingly subtle and complex ways.

From the start of Country Music Television's Can You Duet second season, Steel Magnolia was pegged as a safe bet to claim the title.

Not unlike cowboy singers before him such as Chris LeDoux and Garth Brooks, Aaron Watson is a performer devoted to the live-show experience, and his new CD/DVD proves it.

The events that led up to the ratification of the United States Constitution were challenging for the founders. Prior to the writing of the Constitution colonial America

Planning well in advance and keeping the children involved every step of the way will ensure a successful overseas relocation.

Reba McEntire, one of the most successful female recording artists of all time, has left her longtime label home, MCA Records, after 20-plus years.

It takes a pretty "big dork" to catch and keep "Dancing with the Stars"/country singer Julianne Hough, but country's Chuck Wicks, apparently, is the dork for the job.

After the packing up and the long goodbyes how do you help your kids settle down in their new country?

Several reigning CMA titleholders resurfaced on the 2009 final ballot, from established country stars to newer artists with crossover appeal at radio and on the charts.

The CMA announced its finalists for the 43rd CMA Awards to be held Nov. 11, 2009. A handful of country singers, from Keith Urban to Taylor Swift, scored the most nods.

Drawing on real life and making their childhood dreams come true, musicians Kristy Osmunson and Kelley Shepard turned duo Bombshel into a chart-climbing act in 2009.

Country singer David Nail, with his debut CD for MCA Records and chart-climbing freshman single, "Red Light," is gaining new fans and airplay from country radio.

A life of hardship on a Canadian reservation shaped Crystal Shawanda into a country singer with the determination to follow her dreams.

True to its title, "Little Bit of Everything" offers country fans a hodgepodge of musical flavors, yet overall, resounds as a polished pop-country offering.

Country singer Keith Urban is likely used to being called "sexy" by mainstream media. But for Blake Shelton, the designation is nothing short of a "new superpower."

Canada officially recognizes the recent unilateral independence of Kosovo. Does this mean it must do the same should Quebec declare unilateral independence?

Country star Taylor Swift, who's the first solo female artist to score five top-10 hits from a debut CD, is officially the best-selling country artist of 2008.

The 37th Annual American Music Awards held Nov. 22, 2009, showcased several of today's hottest country acts, including the 2009 event's big winner, Taylor Swift, 19.

Country singer Heidi Newfield, the energetic, vocally powerful voice of hitmakers Trick Pony, is now a solo artist with a hit single, "Johnny & June" all her own.

As an immigrant to the USA, it will take time and patience to build a new credit history; follow a few simple tips to establish a good credit rating.

Going on a vacation is a fun experience, but it's best to be prepared to make the most of it. Doing research ahead of time is a key factor to having a good time there.

The still-evolving tale of country's Lady Antebellum is one that's unfolded like a near-perfect Cinderella story, from its fairytale creation to its quick radio success.

From Tom Petty and AC/DC to Guns N' Roses, country music's Jason Aldean and newcomers Lady Antebellum sprinkled their respective hit-country sets with rockin' fun.

After performing 250 live shows each year in the dance halls and honky-tonks of his native Texas, Wade Bowen has learned a thing or two about pleasing country-music fans.