Luke Bryan released his new album, What Makes You Country, on Dec. 8, and it quickly shot to the top of the all-genre Billboard 200 chart, selling more than 107,000 equivalent albums in its first week. In the lead-up to the album’s release, Luke asked fans from all walks of life to represent what “country”…
Blake Shelton is closing out 2017 the way he started it—with a No. 1 tune. Blake’s “I’ll Name the Dogs” ascended to the top of both the Mediabase and Billboard Country Airplay charts this week, marking his 25th career No. 1 single. The traditional-sounding tune, which was penned by Matt Dragstrem, Ben Hayslip and Josh…
Gwen Stefani sat down with Ellen DeGeneres for an interview today (Dec. 8), and it didn’t long for the hostess to start poking a little fun at Gwen’s boyfriend, Blake Shelton, People’s Sexiest Man Alive. Ellen utilized some digital deception to depict Blake in his skivvies during a recent duet with Gwen on The Voice.…
Between his gig as a coach on The Voice, releasing new music and making the media rounds, Blake Shelton has carved out some time in 2018 to headline a new tour. Blake will hit the road in February for his Country Music Freaks Tour. Kicking off on Feb. 15 in Tulsa, Okla., Blake will make…
Former coach Gwen Stefani stopped by The Voice last night (Dec. 4) for a yuletide duet with boyfriend Blake Shelton. The musical couple performed the title track to Gwen’s new holiday album, You Make It Feel Like Christmas. Below, watch Blake and Gwen perform “You Make It Feel Like Christmas,” which was co-penned by Blake,…
With a population of just more than 3,000 people, the small town of Tishomingo, Okla., is a “comfortable” spot for Blake Shelton to hang his hat when he’s not making the media rounds, attending awards shows or filming The Voice. But since 2011—and for 13 seasons—Blake has had to call Los Angeles home for part…
Coaches got cozy on The Voice on Nov. 28 as Jennifer Hudson joined Blake Shelton to sing his current single, “I’ll Name the Dogs.” With a fireplace ablaze, Blake picked his guitar and crooned while Jennifer added her soulful flair. The traditional-sounding tune, which was penned by Matt Dragstrem, Ben Hayslip and Josh Thompson, is…
When Blake Shelton was bestowed People’s “Sexiest Man Alive” title, he knew a bad mood was looming. As far as Blake is concerned, photo shoots are the worst part of his “job.” But as the Oklahoma crooner told Kix Brooks on American Country Countdown, he can be talked into it, unlike the King of Country,…
When Nash morning show Ty, Kelly & Chuck decided to partner with the USO on Nov. 1 for an initiative to send 100,000 thank you cards to overseas troops, the co-hosts had no idea the outpouring of support they would receive from the country music community, including stars Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Keith Urban, Blake…
I’ll keep this short and sweet. I can’t believe I’m writing this article, but People magazine has named Blake Shelton the Sexiest Man Alive in 2017. Past winners of the the annual award, which has been given out since 1985, include Mel Gibson (1985), Patrick Swayze (1991), Brad Pitt (1995, 2000), Matthew McConaughey (2005) and…
The 60th Annual ACM Awards took place on Thursday (May 8) at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, hosted by Reba McEntire for a record 18th time. Lainey Wilson was the night’s big winner, taking home the ceremony’s highest award, Entertainer of the Year, along with Album of the Year for Whirlwind,…
Grand Ole Opry icon Jeannie Seely is recovering from multiple recent health issues, including back and abdominal surgeries, an extensive stay in the ICU, and pneumonia. The 84-year-old country legend expressed gratitude for the support and love she received during her ordeal. “Over the past several weeks, I’ve received so many wonderful messages of love…
On Wednesday (May 7), Lainey Wilson found out that she had been named the 2025 ACM Awards’ Artist-Songwriter of the Year, surprisingly receiving the honor from fellow country music stars Miranda Lambert and Reba McEntire a day before the big ceremony. The trio are set to debut their new collaborative single, “Trailblazer,” at the awards…
As Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani approach their tenth anniversary, the country music superstar reflects on their enduring love in a new interview with People. “It honestly does [feel like time is flying by]. It’s like, how did this happen so quickly?” says Shelton, 48. He admits that “10 years is a long time,” but affectionately…
During Lainey Wilson’s recent performance, Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO shared a heartwarming moment as they danced to Wilson’s love ballad “4X4XU,” captured in a TikTok video posted by Bunnie on Wednesday (May 7). Initially hesitant, Bunnie was coaxed onto the stage by Jelly, who pleaded, “Mama, it’s our song! Come dance with me.” The…