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Toby Keith Foundation to Open OK Kids Korral on November 21
With years of planning and golf tournament fundraising behind it, the Toby Keith Foundation will finally and officially open the OK Kids Korral. The facility, which was a labor of love for Keith and his organization, is a cost-free, home-away-from-home for pediatric cancer patients and their families.
Carrie Underwood Gushes Over Co-Stars in ‘Sound of Music Live!’ Rehearsal Video
Carrie Underwood is well aware that the upcoming NBC broadcast 'The Sound of Music Live!' is unexpected, since live musical TV is beyond rare these days. In a new 30-second clip from rehearsals, the star, who will play Maria, gushes about her co-stars, saying the talent is "off the charts."
Jennifer Nettles, Darius Rucker and Rascal Flatts Pay Tribute to Kenny Rogers at 2013 CMAs
Jennifer Nettles introduced the Kenny Rogers tribute at the 2013 CMA Awards (Nov. 6). Rogers was honored with the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, but before he received his trophy, he enjoyed modern acts performing a medley of his songs before joining him in song.
Blake Shelton Picks Up Fourth Male Vocalist of the Year Award at 2013 CMAs
The third time is usually the charm in life and superstition, but not for Blake Shelton -- unless, of course, we're speaking solely about his wins as a coach on 'The Voice.' For Shelton and his personal career, four is the magic number, as the singer picked up the Male Vocalist of the Year Award at the 2013 CMA Awards.
George Strait Wins Entertainer of the Year at 2013 CMA Awards
George Strait, the King of Country, reigned supreme at the 2013 CMA Awards, nabbing the coveted Entertainer of the Year trophy. The legend, who is retiring from active touring next year, was truly surprised by the win, but we weren't. It's doubtful that any of the country superstars at the ceremony were shocked by his win, either.
Alan Jackson and George Strait Memorialize George Jones With ‘He Stopped Loving Her Today’ at 2013 CMA Awards
We lost the Possum, George Jones -- who is considered one of the greatest country singers ever, if not the greatest country singer ever -- earlier this year. Of course, the 2013 CMA Awards paid tribute to the legend, with Alan Jackson and George Strait performing a duet of 'He Stopped Loving Her Today,' which is Jones' most recognizable and beloved song.
Taylor Swift Delivers Breathtaking, All-Star Acoustic Version of ‘Red’ at 2013 CMA Awards
Taylor Swift turned in an all-star, acoustic version of the title track from 2012's 'Red' at the 2013 CMA Awards. She was joined by Alison Krauss and Vince Gill for this customized, slowed down and (likely) one-time-only version of her love-gone-wrong song.
Little Big Town Were ‘Sober’ by Candlelight at 2013 CMAs
Little Big Town turned in an intimate, candlelit performance of the ruminative but uplifting ballad 'Sober' at the 2013 CMA Awards on Nov. 6.
Censors Mute Kacey Musgraves During 2013 CMAs Performance of ‘Follow Your Arrow’
Looking extra pretty in a ruffly, lemon yellow party dress that showed off her killer legs, Kacey Musgraves -- nominated for six 2013 CMA Awards -- took the stage to perform her thoughtful track 'Follow Your Arrow' during the Nov. 6 broadcast. Unfortunately, she also dealt with the censors muting one of the song's lyrics, due to the content.
Luke Bryan Opens 2013 CMAs With ‘That’s My Kind of Night’ and Florida Georgia Line
Luke Bryan opened the 2013 CMA Awards on Nov. 6 with his latest hit 'That's My Kind of Night.' Of course, he shook his thang, which has become his trademark, and he sparkled, too.
Von Trapp Children Cast in Carrie Underwood’s ‘The Sound of Music’
Another pertinent and pivotal piece of the puzzle has fallen into place for Carrie Underwood's 'The Sound of Music.' The powers-that-be at the NBC production, which will air live on Dec. 5, have cast the von Trapp children.
Shania Twain to Be Featured on Her Own Stamp
There are plenty of ways that prove that a celebrity or a star has really and truly arrived. They get a record deal, sell millions of albums, pack a residency in Las Vegas or get their own wax figure. But a musician has unquestionably made a lasting cultural impact when they get their own postage stamp! Canadian superstar Shania Twain will be the recipient of her very own stamp in her native count