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2013 ACMs Had Biggest Viewing Audience in 15 Years

Christina Vinson — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:02:11 +0000

There were a whole lot of viewers who were crying along with Miranda Lambert when she won Female Vocalist of the Year and grooving to the beat of Lady Antebellum's performance of 'Downtown' during the 2013 ACM Awards. In fact, the 48th annual show had over 15 million viewers (15.38 million, to be exact), posting the largest audience since 1998.

2013 ACM Awards Best Dressed Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:30:26 +0000

Superstars played it safe, while country newcomers took chances that mostly paid off to make the Best Dressed List at the 2013 ACM Awards in Las Vegas. Keith Urban, Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift looked great, but all three came with looks fans have seen before. Newcomers like Scotty McCreery and Easton Corbin showed the style this season calls for.

2013 ACM Awards Worst Dressed Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:59:59 +0000

Fashion no-nos at the 2013 ACM Awards included one artist who went back in time for her dress and another who was apparently inspired by Dracula. The Worst Dressed at the ACMs list features at least one superstar who is more regularly found on Best Dressed collections, proving that everyone is vulnerable to an oopsie. From one plain Jane to one hot mess, these folks who were worst dressed at country's biggest party will want to rethink their approach for next year.

See the Riveting Performance of Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift's "Highway Don't Care" with Keith Urban on Guitar at the ACM Award [VIDEO]

Cathy Kates — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:39:17 +0000

It was an incredible performance! Tim McGraw, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban all on stage at this year's ACM Award show. Keith Urban is an amazing guitar player and so liquid while performing. This HAD to be an ultimate evening for Taylor Swift. Think back to the first song she performed at an award show, it was the song she wrote entitled "Tim McGraw". Now, just a few short years later, she's on stage singing with him. Look how far that girl has come and all the accolades, awards and wonderment she has created!

Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan + Hunter Hayes Join Stevie Wonder to Close Out 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:55:49 +0000

Stevie Wonder closed out the ACM Awards with his classic soul hit ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,’ turning the end of the 2013 red carpet show into a celebratory country party. Although it was strange to have a non-country artist wrap up the evening, it was definitely awesome. Plus, Wonder was joined by country music [...]

Luke Bryan Cries as He Wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2013 ACMs

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:50:38 +0000

In a surprise upset, Luke Bryan took home the coveted Entertainer of the Year award at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday night (April 7) -- beating out more established stars like Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton and Taylor Swift.

Miranda Lambert Breaks Down as She Accepts Female Vocalist of the Year Win at 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:48:30 +0000

Keith Urban presented the Female Vocalist of the Year award to the dazzling Miranda Lambert at the 2013 ACMs, and she was completely surprised by the win. "I thought for sure Carrie had it this year, and she damn well deserves it!" she said as she took the stage... and broke into tears.

Hunter Hayes Debuts 'I Want Crazy,' Performs 'Sir Duke' With Stevie Wonder at 2013 ACMs

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:38:00 +0000

Superstar-in-the-making Hunter Hayes debuted his new song ‘I Want Crazy’ at the 2013 ACMs on Sunday (April 7), and the knock ‘em dead performance showed everyone why Hayes is going to be around for a long, long time to come. The words ‘Let’s be crazy’ were scribbled across the pick guard of the guitar on which [...]

Garth Brooks and George Strait Perform Together During 2013 ACM Awards Highlight

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:20:04 +0000

Mega superstars Garth Brooks and George Strait gave a once-in-a-lifetime performance at the 2013 ACMs on Sunday night (April 7), singing together for the first time ever in tribute to Dick Clark. Reba McEntire introduced the pair, recalling Clark as someone who helped shape her career over the years. “He would slap me if he [...]

Jason Aldean Grabs Male Vocalist of the Year at 2013 ACMs

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:09:10 +0000

Jason Aldean won the 2013 ACM Award for Male Vocalist of the Year against some super stiff competition, like Eric Church and Blake Shelton, to name a precious few. When the '1994' singer took the stage to accept his trophy, he seemed genuinely shocked and surprised to have beaten peers that he loves and respects.

Little Big Town Perform Emotional Ballad 'Your Side of the Bed' at the 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:55:18 +0000

After taking home awards for Vocal Group of the Year and Video of the Year earlier in the evening, country foursome Little Big Town took the stage at the 48th Annual ACM Awards with their new single 'Your Side of the Bed.'

Little Big Town Snag 2013 ACM Award for Vocal Group of the Year

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:13:13 +0000

Little Big Town took home the 2013 ACM Award for Vocal Group of the Year. It was a breakout past 12 months for the troupe, thanks to their smash hit 'Pontoon.' They've been doing their thing for so long and thanks to their monstrous, breakthrough year, this award was well-deserved and equally as hard-earned.

Florida Georgia Line Take Home New Artist of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:06:31 +0000

Country duo Florida Georgia Line won New Artist of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards -- which may help to keep peace in the Brantley Gilbert/Jana Kramer household.

Blake Shelton Takes Break From Hosting 2013 ACM Awards to Perform 'Sure be Cool if You Did'

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:57:47 +0000

Oklahoma native, Blake Shelton brought the 2013 ACMs down to a new emotional level, with a performance of his hit song ‘Sure Be Cool if You Did.’ From his record ‘Based on a True Story,’ the song is his 8th consecutive No. 1 hit and 13th overall. During the performance, Shelton was backed by two female vocalists [...]

Eric Church's 'Chief' Wins Album of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:49:08 +0000

Eric Church took another step away from being a Nashville outsider to being the new mainstream of Music City by winning Album of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards on Sunday night (April 7), beating such huge acts as Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Luke Bryan and Little Big Town.

Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley + Hunter Hayes Perform 'Outstanding in Our Field' at 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:46:17 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards got off to a great start Sunday, with a fantastic performance from three country crooners who are truly 'outstanding in their field' -- Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley and the young Hunter Hayes lit up the MGM arena, performing the 'Wheelhouse' star's new song, 'Outstanding in Our Field.'

Thompson Square Win Vocal Duo of the Year at the 2013 ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:21:08 +0000

Husband and wife country duo Thompson Square won the first major award of the night at the 2013 ACMs on Sunday night (April 7), taking home the honors for Vocal Duo of the Year. The country-pop duo consisting of Keifer and Shawna Thompson have scored hits including ‘Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not’ and [...]

Eric Church Ditches Signature Hat, Sunglasses to Perform 'Like Jesus Does' at 2013 ACMs

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:17:06 +0000

Eric Church ditched his signature baseball cap and ever-present aviator sunglasses to perform his simple, stark but affecting ballad ‘Like Jesus Does’ at the 2013 ACM Awards. It’s rare that we get to see the bearded singer’s face or his eyes, and it was a welcome treat. He performed the song while seated on a [...]

2013 ACM Awards Winners – Full List

Taste of Country Staff — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:00:57 +0000

The big 2013 ACM Awards winners in Las Vegas were Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan. Lambert took home three trophies, including Female Vocalist of the Year and Single and Song of the Year for 'Over You.' The singer couldn't help but become emotional as she accepted her fifth straight Female Vocalist trophy.

Blake Shelton to Open 2013 ACM Awards With All-Star Group of Friends

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:19:35 +0000

Blake Shelton is not just co-hosting the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards with Luke Bryan, he's also performing -- and what a performance it's shaping up to be. Shelton is slated to open the awards shows on Sunday night (April 7) by performing his new single -- and he'll be joined by a few friends.