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Kelly Clarkson Reveals Greatest Hits Tracklisting
In September of 2002, a Texan waitress won the first season of a little show called American Idol. Most critics and naysayers were quick to write her off and claim she’d be a fleeting success, a flash in the pan and lucky if she made it to fifteen minutes. Fast-forward ten years and that talent-show winner has gone on to become one of the most iconic voices of our generation. On November 19th, Kelly Clarkson will close Chapter One of her career, releasing “Greatest Hits – Chapter One.”
We’re not going to lie, it’s Track 15 that we’ve got our eye on! Has KC enlisted Vince Gill for another country single? With rumors abound that she’s hitting the CMA Stage on November 1st with Mr. Gill himself, we think so!
Kelly Clarkson – Greatest Hits – Chapter One track listing
1 Since U Been Gone
2 My Life Would Suck Without You
3 Miss Independent
4 Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)
5 Behind These Hazel Eyes
6 Because Of You
7 Never Again
8 Already Gone
9 Mr. Know It All
10 Breakaway
11 Don’t You Wanna Stay (with Jason Aldean)
12 Walk Away
13 Catch My Breath
14 People Like Us
15 Don’t Rush (featuring Vince Gill)
16 A Moment Like This
17 I’ll Be Home For Christmas
VIDEO: Kelly Clarkson Takes Us to Church with a Vince Gill Cover
It’s no secret to the world that Kelly Clarkson can sing absolutely anything. It’s also no secret to the world that Kelly Clarkson absolutely ROCKS when she dips her toes into country music. Although we’re holding out hope that she eventually dips way more than her toes, for the time being, we’ll take what we can get.
On Saturday, September 15th, KC took the stage in her new permanent hometown of Nashville to blow the roof off the Bridgestone arena. (Trust us, we were there.) Performing in the Capital of Music City, it was a shock to no one when she opted to cover a country song.
Dedicating the song to her guitarist’s deceased uncle, Clarkson literally took Bridgestone to church with a powerful rendition of Vince Gill‘s “Go Rest High on That Mountain.”
Check it out here:
Vince Gill Recieves Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Congratulations to country icon Vince Gill! He’s become the 2, 487th recipient of a Hollywood Walk of Fame Star. He’s part of the “Recording Category” and his star is right beside his wife, Amy Grant‘s, at 6901 Hollywood Blvd., near the Hard Rock Hollywood.
It’s a big moment not only for Vince, but for the Walk of Fame itself. Walk of Fame Producer Ana Martinez explains:
“We are proud to honor one of Country music’s most popular singers and we are so happy to say that we will be placing his star next to the star of his lovely wife Amy Grant.”
The Hollywood Walk of Fame holds 24 star induction ceremonies a year and is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the world. Who do you think deserves to represent country music with the next star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Walk-up Tickets Available For Stars for Harvest
Country music fans wanting to go to the Stars for Second Harvest event at the Ryman on Tuesday will be able to buy special walk-up tickets at a discount price directly from the Ryman box office. This special deal is not available online or by phone, only by walking up to the ticket office. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee. Songwriters Dallas Davidson and Rodney Clawson will join Craig Wiseman on-stage at the acoustic show. Artists expected to appear include Jake Owen, Florida Georgia Line, and Vince Gill. This is a show not to be missed, and one of the few places you’ll see Vince during CMA Fest next week!
“Anytime we can give back and help feed the hungry in our community we jump at the opportunity” says Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line, “We are so excited to be part of Craig’s Stars For Second Harvest Show. Hopefully we can all come together and raise a lot of money!”
This is the eighth year that Craig Wiseman will be hosting this event, but the first time its being held during CMA Fest. Tickets purchased online or over the phone are $35, and tickets bought at the Ryman box office directly are only $25. There are special VIP tickets available for contacting the Second Harvest Food Bank directly at 615-329-3491. It’s a great event not to be missed by country fans wanting to help raise money for a good cause!
All For The Hall: A Night To Remember
Last night (04/10), some of the biggest names in country music gathered at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville in front of a crowd of 16,000 to raise money for the Country Music Hall of Hame and Museum.
This is the third year Keith Urban and Vince Gill have put on the All For The Hall show. Following suit with giving themes to each of the past shows, Keith made this year’s theme duos, vocal groups and bands. And some of the best acts were in attendance: Rascal Flatts, The Oak Ridge Boys, Diamond Rio, Pistol Annies, Lady Antebellum, The Band Perry, Thompson Square, Little Big Town and Alabama.
If that set list wasn’t enough, Keith added to the excitement by bringing out some special guests including Merle Haggard and Don Williams.
Both Keith and Vince acted as co-musical directors and house band leaders. They sat in on most songs and brought their bands together throughout the night.
The best moment of the night, of course, was Keith’s surprise: Rascal Flatts brought out a black duffel bag for Keith for him to find an Opry microphone stand inside. Read more about Keith’s surprise here.
(Photo courtesy of George Walker IV/The Tennessean)
VIDEO: Keith Urban Invited To Join Grand Ole Opry
As we reported, Keith Urban will be the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. Urban’s invitation to join the Opry came during last night’s the “All For The Hall” benefit concert at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena that Urban was co-hosting.
Late in the show, concert co-host and Opry member Vince Gill called Urban out to the stage to present him with a gift. Fellow Opry members Rascal Flatts, Diamond Rio and the Oak Ridge Boys also came out to share the moment. Urban was presented with a large duffel bag. Inside the bag was the Opry’s signature microphone stand. As soon as Urban saw it, Gill announced Urban’s invitation to join the Opry. (See Urban’s’ Opry invitation below. Video courtesy Opry.com)
As reported on the Opry site, Urban’s invitation to join is a historic one. Born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, Urban will be the first artist from outside North America to become an Opry member. His formal induction into the Grand Ole Opry will be Saturday, April 21.
Again, our congrats to Keith!
POLL: ACM Awards – Song Of The Year
Up next… Song of the Year.
The ACM for Song of the Year is awarded to the composers, publishers, and artists.
For this category, we have… “Crazy Girl,” “Home,” “Just A Kiss,” “Threaten Me With Heaven,” & “You And Tequila.” Which song gets your vote?
ACM Awards: Song Of The Year
- Crazy Girl - Eli Young Band (45%, 10 Votes)
- Just A Kiss - Lady Antebellum (32%, 7 Votes)
- Threaten Me With Heaven - Vince Gill (14%, 3 Votes)
- Home - Dierks Bentley (5%, 1 Votes)
- You And Tequila - Kenny Chesney ft. Grace Potter (4%, 1 Votes)
Total Voters: 22
Loading ...Thank-you for voting and don’t forget to vote in our other ACM Awards’ polls as well!
Early ACM Winners Announced
Kenny Chesney, Vince Gill and Ricky Skaggs are early winners for the 47 annual Academy of Country Music! They were announced today as off-camera winners before the April 1st award show. The telecast airs live on CBS on April 1st from Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Garden Arena at 8 pm EST. They are once against hosted by Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton for the second year in a row. Some awards were announced early due to time constraints of the live broadcast.
The following special awards, industry awards, and MBI awards will be given out in a special ACM Honors ceremony in Nashville on September 24th.
The ACM Special Awards are voted on by the ACM Board of Directors and are awarded when the ACM Board of Directors feels that these are clear and deserving candidates. Industry professionals are voted on by the professional members of the Academy. The MBI category is voted on by professional members of the Academy classified in the Artist-Entertainer/Musician-Bandleader-Instrumentalist category, and the Producer-Engineer-Studio Manager sub-category. The songwriter of the year ballot is voted on by the professional members of the Academy in the following categories; Artist-Entertainer/Musician-Bandleader-Instrumentalist, Composer, Music Publisher/SRO, Record Company, and the Producer/Engineer/Studio Manager membership.
See the full list of winners below:
VIDEO: Marlee Scott Premieres “Train Wreck”
Marlee Scott is rolling out her “Train Wreck.” Unlike the real-life thing, hers is one from which you won’t want to turn away.
Scott premiered the video for her single “Train Wreck” today online at CMT.com and on cable with CMT Pure. The video was shot this past December in Nashville. It features Scott as a makeover expert saving three train wrecks from themselves at a speed dating event. The video is directed by Roman White, who has previously worked with some of country’s biggest names: Taylor Swift, Blake Shelton, Lady Antebellum and Carrie Underwood.
Vince Gill, who provided harmonies for the single, does not appear in the video. But as you will see, the video does not lack anything minus the guitar slinger:
“Train Wreck” is the second single to be released from Scott’s upcoming debut album, which is due out this spring.
Vince Gill Without A Record Deal
Who would have imagined the day that country music great Vince Gill would be without a major recording contract? Just a few days after performing at CRS for the Universal Music Group’s luncheon at the Ryman; it looks like he really has left his label home of over 23 years. The announcement was made by Vince himself:
“For the first time in 30 years, I don’t have a record deal. Don’t know that I want one. I’m just grateful for where I’ve been, and you’ve been a big part of where I’ve been and where I’m going. To my MCA family, it was really a sweet ride the last 23 years, and I appreciate everything you do.”
Vince might not have a major recording deal in place, but that’s not stopping him from touring. His next date is on March 2nd in Biloxi, MS at the Beau Rivage Theater. He returns to the Grand Ole Opry on March 16th. For a full list of upcoming Vince dates, visit his official website.
