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Luke Bryan to Miss Live American Idol Show Monday Due To Positive COVID Test

Luke Bryan to Miss Live American Idol Show Monday Due To Positive COVID Test

Luke Bryan shared on social media today (4/12), “I’m sad to say I won’t be a part of tonight’s first live American Idol show. I tested positive for COVID but I’m doing well and look forward to being back at it soon.” No additional details are available at this time. We’re hoping for Luke to have…MORE

Luke Bryan Keeps His Promise to Alex Miller – and Now They’re Opry Bound

Luke Bryan Keeps His Promise to Alex Miller – and Now They’re Opry Bound

This past week Luke Bryan fulfilled a promise he made to Alex Miller during his audition process for American Idol when he dialed Alex up with an invite to play the Grand Ole Opry. Luke says “Can’t wait for Alex Miller to step into the circle at the Grand Ole Opry. I kept my word, didn’t I?” Just in…MORE

Luke Bryan Returns with American Idol, this Sunday

Luke Bryan Returns with American Idol, this Sunday

Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie are back in their American Idol judges chairs starting this Sunday, February 14th to find the next group of entertainers that will skyrocket to stardom! Luke is very excited to be back, especially how last season ended due to social distancing, “To have the fourth season of American…MORE

Lauren Alaina Thankful Her 15-Year Old Self Tried Out For American Idol

Lauren Alaina Thankful Her 15-Year Old Self Tried Out For American Idol

It was 10 years ago this week that Lauren Alaina‘s life changed with one audition. With inspiration from her cousin Holly, 15-year old Lauren headed in front of the American Idol judges Randy Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Steve Tyler and completely wowed them. Lauren shares, “I can hardly sandal the fact that ten years ago…MORE

Scotty McCreery Looks Back On Ten Years Since His American Idol Audition

Scotty McCreery Looks Back On Ten Years Since His American Idol Audition

Scotty McCreery is a country music making hit maker these days, but 10 years ago he was a flip-flop wearing teenager auditioning for American Idol. Standing in front Season 10 judges, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, and Randy Jackson, Scotty wowed them with covers of songs by Josh Turner and Travis Tritt. The audition made J-Lo…MORE

Laine Hardy Started With Elvis, Won American Idol, and Ended Up On the Ryman Stage

Laine Hardy Started With Elvis, Won American Idol, and Ended Up On the Ryman Stage

American Idol winner Laine Hardy celebrated Friendsgiving with some fellow country music making friends at the Ryman Auditorium Wednesday Night with a special performance. The concert was performed in front of a socially distanced crowd and streamed live for fans around the world to see. This was a big night for Laine. Not only was…MORE

Luke Bryan Returns to “American Idol” for Season 4 on ABC

Luke Bryan Returns to “American Idol” for Season 4 on ABC

It’s official . . . Luke Bryan will be returning as a judge on Season 4 of ABC’s American Idol. ABC confirmed the news in a press release. In addition, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie will once again join Luke at the judging table, while Ryan Seacrest returns as host. The search for the next…MORE

Gabby Barrett & Cade Foehner Expecting First Child

Gabby Barrett & Cade Foehner Expecting First Child

American Idol lovebirds Gabby Barrett, 20, and husband Cade Foehner, 24, are expecting their first child—a baby girl. Gabby revealed the news via Instagram on Aug. 16, stating: “And then there were three… Psalm 127:3 ✨👶🏼🎀 #babyfoehner” In addition, Cade shared his own message via Instagram on Aug. 16: “I have the most amazing Wife…MORE

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2024

Toby Keith left us 10 months ago.  But his music keeps on keepin’ on in a big way.  He just went GOLD and PLATINUM again. His whole catalog has seen a boost since he passed away from cancer in February at the age of 62.  The RIAA honored him this week with four more certifications,…

MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024

While 2024 certainly had its moments of inspiration and incredible country music . . . we also lost more than a few country superstars. Here are some members of the country music family that passed away this year: 1.  Toby Keith.  July 8th, 1961 to February 5th, 2024 2.  Kris Kristofferson.  June 22nd, 1936 to…