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Chris Young Says New Album Will Better Reflect His Live Show

Billy Dukes — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:24:21 +0000

As the fourth single from 'Neon' nears the top of the charts, Chris Young is preparing to release new music. The singer tells Taste of Country that his next album is finished and the focus is on tempo. Fans can expect a faster paced-record than his previous three, one that better reflects his live show.

Brad Paisley Announces Beat This Summer Tour

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:58:30 +0000

We can't think of a better way to beat the summer heat than with some live country music, doled out by Brad Paisley. The singer, who is gearing up for the April 9 release of 'Wheelhouse,' has announced the first leg of his Beat This Summer Tour.

CMA to Honor Chris Young With Triple Play Award

Megan Pacella — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 13:30:50 +0000

Last year was a huge year for Chris Young, and so far, it looks like 2013 is on pace to be just as good for the singer's country music career. On Jan. 29, the Country Music Association will honor Young with the Triple Play Award, a coveted honor reserved for songwriters who have written three No. 1 songs in a 12-month period.

Chris Young Kisses a Moose!

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 20:00:47 +0000

Chris Young may be one of country music’s most eligible bachelors, but the singer recently planted a smooch on an unlikely recipient: a stuffed moose. Young shared a photo of himself laying one on what appears to be a taxidermied moose on Instagram, which was clearly meant for laughs. He posted: “Just chilling in Colorado… [...]

Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young Set for 'Nashville' Cameos

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:00:20 +0000

DVR alert! Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young are ready for their close-ups. That is, their small screen close-ups. Gilbert and Young are two of the hottest young male stars in country music, and they will both make cameos on one of the hottest hit dramas of the 2012-2013 TV season. The guys will guest on [...]

Chris Young Placed on Vocal Rest, Postpones Concerts

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:15:19 +0000

The Liquid Neon Tour will be on hiatus until Chris Young gets his voice back. The singer has been put on vocal rest, forcing him to reschedule upcoming shows in Huntsville, Ala., Savannah, Ga. and Chattanooga, Tenn. According to a statement on the singer’s Facebook page, tickets for the Dec. 6, 7 and 8 shows [...]

Chris Young Predicts What 2013 Will Bring for Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton and More

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:06:55 +0000

Is Chris Young a psychic? Well, maybe… but probably not. As we prepare to close out 2012 and welcome 2013, everyone is starting to dream up what the new year will bring. In the latest issue of People Country, Young was asked to predict what he saw happening in the lives and careers of some [...]

Chris Young, 'I Can Take It From There' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 14:19:43 +0000

Chris Young darkens his stamp as country music’s most reliable romancer with his new single ‘I Can Take It From There.’ The uptempo lover is reminiscent of ‘Gettin’ You Home,’ but not quite that sexy. ‘I Can Take It From There’ is the start of a fun night in. Young doesn’t stray from his traditional [...]

Chris Young to Kick Off Liquid Neon Tour With Headlining Show at Ryman Auditorium

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 21:30:18 +0000

Chris Young fans are in for quite the treat this year when the singer hits the road for his forthcoming Liquid Neon Tour. The headlining trek is set to kick off in November, and to make the first night extra special, Young has decided to have the opening performance be at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium on Nov. 15.

Carrie Underwood, Chris Young Named Sexiest Country Stars of 2012

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 21:30:01 +0000

It's official! Carrie Underwood and Chris Young are sexy. In fact, they're the sexiest. The pair beat out eighteen other country singers -- 9 females and 9 males -- in a recent Taste of Country poll, with Underwood running away with the title with over 41 percent of votes. It was a little closer on the male side, as Young (26 percent) was followed closely by Trace Adkins and Luke Bryan.

Chris Young Reunites With Wounded Warrior Pal During Visit to Air Force Base

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 19:19:02 +0000

Chris Young had the chance to catch up with an old friend during a visit to Minot Air Force Base last week. The singer stopped by the base for a CD signing with some of our country’s finest airmen as part of his work with Stars for Stripes and the Minot Exchange. While there, he was reunited with Wounded Warrior Scott Lilley, whom he first met in 2009 while working with Stars for Stripes.

Chris Young Gets a Black Eye

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 14:22:30 +0000

Chris Young may have proved some people wrong over the weekend, but not on purpose. Sunday afternoon (July 15), the singer posted the picture seen here, which shows his eyelid all red and purple, bruised after a little accident which apparently involved his guitar. “See guys… You CAN almost give yourself a black eye with [...]

Chris Young Tour Bus Almost Catches Fire

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 17:00:23 +0000

One club that singer Chris Young doesn’t want membership in is the ‘Bus on Fire’ club. In recent months, the likes of Jerrod Niemann and Lee Brice have witnessed their tour vehicles fall victim to fiery blazes. Young was almost among their ranks last Friday (June 30), when his vehicle caught fire in Charlotte, N.C.

Watch The Video For Chris Young's Latest Hit 'Neon'

David Drew — Tue, 15 May 2012 02:19:33 +0000

2006 Nashville Star winner Chris Young scored his first #1 hit not long ago with ‘Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song)’. Since then he has been a hit machine with songs like ‘Voices’, ‘The Man I Want To Be’, ‘Tomorrow’ and ‘You’. His new song ‘Neon’ is well on it’s way to becoming yet [...]

Chris Young Auctions Off Grandmother's Handmade Quilts to Benefit St. Jude

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 10 May 2012 12:10:13 +0000

Chris Young has always been eager jump at any opportunity to help raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Now, with the help of his beloved grandmother, Young is offering fans rare, one-of-a-kind quilts made by Nanny’s own little sweet hands! Every month, Nanny will whip up special quilts with a Chris Young theme, [...]

Chris Young Honored With Caricature at Posh Nashville Restaurant the Palm

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:49:06 +0000

Chris Young is the latest celebrity face to don the walls of Nashville’s high-end restaurant, the Palm. Young’s mug was recently added amongst the variety of caricatures of musicians, actors, politicians, athletes, regular customers and people of note, as well as classic cartoons, which complete the wall decor throughout the restaurant in downtown Nashville.

Chris Young Scores No. 1 Song With 'You'

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 19:20:27 +0000

This week, Chris Young has once again topped the charts with his latest single, ‘You.’ With a new No. 1 under his belt, Young’s chart-topping streak increases to five straight No. 1 hits, following the success of ‘Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song),’ ‘The Man I Want to Be,’ ‘Voices’ and ‘Tomorrow.’

Chris Young Starts 'No Alcohol December'

Amanda Hensel — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 20:46:39 +0000

Chris Young is taking a month-long break from drinking — or at least, that’s the goal. The ‘Tomorrow’ hitmaker shared via his Twitter page that he’s inciting No Alcohol December following the ever-popular No Shave November, which means he won’t drink until after Christmas. “No alcohol December sounds not as fun right about now haha [...]

Chris Young Credits His Success to Strong Work Ethic

Jeff Giles — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:14:33 +0000

These days, Chris Young is riding high with his fourth consecutive number one single, ‘Tomorrow,’ and a new hit album, ‘Neon.’ But life wasn’t always so rosy for the onetime ‘Nashville Star’ winner.

In fact, before Young released his first hit single, ‘Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song),’ he had to deal with the news that his father had been diagnosed with cancer. Though he’s healthy now, dealing with those highs and lows has helped keep Young grounded during the more glamorous moments of his career.

Chris Young "Tomorrow" New Music Video

Ken Hayes — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:53:07 +0000

Chris Young's new video for his hit single "Tomorrow" has just been released! Chris Young actually plays the part in the video of the guy who's going to leave her "Tomorrow." Its a good video of the typical heart breaking country song. I don't understand why they always have old pick-ups in these videos. It probably would make more sense if this broke chick drove off in a rusty old dodge neon or something. Anyway, it's brand new and check it out here.