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Edens Edge, ‘Too Good to Be True’ – Song Review
There’s an opening in country music for a band with fist-tight harmonies. Edens Edge introduced their sound with ‘Amen’ in 2011, and the Top 20 hit turned into three of the year’s better minutes of radio. Their follow-up is just as satisfying. There’s no denying the perfect fit of these three vocalists.
Pistol Annies’ New Song ‘Run Daddy Run’ From ‘The Hunger Games’ Leaks Early
The Pistol Annies‘ song from ‘The Hunger Games’ soundtrack has just been made available for listen in full, thanks to an early leak to YouTube. ‘Run Daddy Run’ was released by Track City. Listen below to hear the heavy, brooding tune which seems like a perfect fit for one of the film’s more desperate scenes.
New Country Music Releases – April 2012
The new country music releases for April 2012 begin with a new album from Rascal Flatts, who will put out ‘Changed’ just two days after the ACM Awards on April 1. Their new song ‘Banjo’ is almost a Top 10 hit, and the trio has said the remaining songs are amongst the best of their career. It is sure to be a great summer on the band’s American Band Tour.
Taylor Swift’s New Song ‘Eyes Open’ From ‘The Hunger Games’ Hits the Web in Full
Taylor Swift‘s new song ‘Eyes Open’ from ‘The Hunger Games: Songs From District 12 and Beyond’ soundtrack is now available online in its entirety, thanks to an early leak. See below to hear the cut of the just-released track, which we anticipate will fit the mood of the movie perfectly. ‘The Hunger Games’ hits theaters on March 23.
Daily Roundup: Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood + More
A new Taylor Swift song leaked today, and Carrie Underwood revealed how she likes to be the most … revealing. It was a day for sharing, as the Pistol Annies shared their newest member, and Luke Bryan shared the details of his most memorable spring breaks.
Jason Aldean Teases ‘Fly Over States’ Video With Sneak Peek Clip
It’s not much, but a snippet of the music video for Jason Aldean‘s new song ‘Fly Over States’ is sure to have his fans leaning into the weekend a little more than normal. The just-released clip shows Aldean amongst abandoned airplanes at an airport outside of Nashville, but it’s only a taste of what’s to come — the full reel won’t drop in full until Friday (March 16).
Toby Keith, ‘Beers Ago’ – Song Review
After an accidental hit with ‘Red Solo Cup,’ Toby Keith returns to his regularly scheduled programming with a new song, ‘Beers Ago.’ The cut is another country rocker with Keith playing the role of story teller.
Clip of Taylor Swift’s New Song ‘Eyes Open’ From ‘The Hunger Games’ Surfaces
The year’s most anticipated soundtrack is still a week away from hitting stores, but previews of many of the songs are beginning to find their way to the internet. One minute of Taylor Swift‘s second song from ‘The Hunger Games’ soundtrack was revealed by Perez Hilton on Monday afternoon. The song, called ‘Eyes Open,’ seems to turn into a rocker.
Cody Canada and the Departed Announce Tour Dates With Shooter Jennings
Former Cross Canadian Ragweed frontman Cody Canada will take his new Texas country band on tour with him alongside Shooter Jennings this month. The Magical Misdemeanor Tour with Jennings and Cody Canada and the Departed begins on March 21 in Ruston, La.
Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery + More Tweet About Kony 2012 Video
Like much of the world, country stars like Reba McEntire, Scotty McCreery and Martina McBride have been moved to help shine a light on the atrocities of African warlord Joseph Kony and his Lord's Resistance Army.
Pat Green, ‘All Just to Get to You’ – Song Review
Pat Green takes a second break from writing his own songs to honor ten artists who’ve influenced him on ‘Songs We Wish We’d Written II.’ The lead single finds the Texas-born hitmaker taking a rock n’ roll approach to ‘All Just to Get to You’ by Joe Ely.
Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles Joins Kelly Clarkson, Lionel Richie as Stars of New Reality Series ‘Duets’
Three artists with ties to country music will be amongst the four celebrities to star on ‘Duets,’ a new ABC series that pairs amateurs with well-known singers. Sugarland‘s Jennifer Nettles will join Kelly Clarkson, Lionel Richie and Robin Thicke on the competition show this summer.