Taylor Swift Notches Six Hot 100 Debuts Nov 21, 2008
Keith Urban nets his first top 50 debut on the Hot 100 with "Sweet Thing" at No. 43. The lead single from an album due next spring also rises 30-25 on Hot Country Songs, where Swift's "Love Story" begins a second week at No. 1. (Billboard.com)
Who REALLY is the sexiest man alive? Nov 21, 2008
Brad Pitt, Patrick Dempsey, Will Smith, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw. the list goes on. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Hollywood's Top-Earning Couples Nov 20, 2008
Lacey Rose and Lauren Streib. For these Tinseltown celebrities, one plus one equals millions. (Forbes -- Business)
Nicole Kidman hints Australia celebration her swansong Nov 19, 2008
"She's gorgeous, isn't she, and she married a legend (country music star Keith Urban) as well," he said ... Big night: Nicole Kidman waves as she walks the red carpet with her husband Keith Urban. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Readers' Comments Is Nicole expecting again? Nov 19, 2008
Just four months after the birth of Sunday Rose - her daughter with country singer husband Keith Urban - Kidman raised eyebrows by appearing on the red carpet at last night's premiere of Australia in a figure-hugging mini dress that revealed a suspicously rounded belly. Adding to the speculation, she told a press conference with director Bazz Luhrmann that she may decide to extend her family instead on continuing to pursue her film career. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Guitar Pull: Winners rock local stage Nov 19, 2008
Winners rock local stage 111908 - The Augusta Chronicle. Fresh off of a big win at last week's Country Music Association awards, Lady Antebellum arrived in Aiken to rock 'em like they write 'em -- acoustically. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Kidman says she's unsure about future acting Nov 19, 2008
Kidman, 41, has three children four-month-old daughter Sunday Rose with her country singer husband Keith Urban, with whom she lives in Nashville, and two children adopted during her first marriage to actor Tom Cruise. The Oscar-winning actress, in Sydney for the world premiere of her latest movie, the outback epic Australia, acknowledged some of her recent films had not been a great success, saying she had quirky taste. (MSNBC -- News)
Kidman: 'Australia' film fulfilled childhood dream Nov 19, 2008
Oscar-winner Kidman, who has a 4-month-old girl with husband and country singer Keith Urban, said she wasn't sure what was next for her career. I'm in a place in my life where I've had some great opportunities, and I may just choose to have some more children, she said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
How Nigella Lawson won the ageing game Nov 17, 2008
Despite the metamorphosis, she denies succumbing to the temptations of cosmetic surgery and has told marie claire magazine: "To be honest, I am completely natural. I have nothing in my face or anything. I wear sunscreen and I don't smoke. I take care of myself and I'm very proud to say that." She says the secret to beauty is meeting someone like Keith Urban. "Fall in love - it really works," she added. (The Age, Australia -- Opinion)
Critics' picks - pop music Nov 16, 2008
A favorite of Nashville names like Kenny Chesney and Keith Urban, the country rocker won't have new music out until early 2009, but here's a chance to get a sneak peek ... A favorite of Nashville names like Kenny Chesney and Keith Urban, the country rocker won't have new music out until early 2009, but here's a chance to get a sneak peek. (Boston Globe)
Who had the best hair? Nov 15, 2008
Who got the hair right at the CMA Awards. Who got the hair right at the CMA Awards. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Kidman promotes Australia Nov 14, 2008
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman have staged a joint assault on America's Country Music Awards. He was promoting his songs while she was talking up her new movie. (Sky News Australia)
Chesney flirts with Shania at CMAs Nov 14, 2008
Nicole Kidman was also present at the event to support husband Keith Urban, who performed at the show. She said: "I'm most looking forward to him. Seeing him perform.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Nicole Kidman puts country and family first Nov 14, 2008
Her family, which includes her 4-month-old daughter, Sunday Rose, with her husband of two years, country singer Keith Urban, plus teens Isabella, 15, and Connor, 13, from her first marriage to Tom Cruise, is quietly thriving. And professionally, Kidman, 41, finally has realized one of her great goals: the completion and release, on Nov. 26, of Australia, an epic love story that's an homage to her homeland and is written and directed by her friend Baz Luhrmann, the visionary behind Moulin Rouge. (USA Today -- Life)
Paisley, Urban rock CMAs; Strait sets trophy record Nov 14, 2008
Brad Paisley, left, and Keith Urban kick off the CMA Awards with their dueling duet, Start a Band, the first single from Paisley's new album, Play ... He opened the show with Start a Band, the witty duet in which he and Keith Urban quoted from seemingly half the biggest classic-rock songs. (USA Today -- Life)
Chesney wins fourth country award Nov 14, 2008
The ceremony included performances by Keith Urban, Taylor Swift and a surprise performance from Kid Rock and rapper Lil Wayne - although though the latter star did not utter a word, merely mimicked playing a guitar onstage. Actors Reese Witherspoon, Hugh Jackman and Nicole Kidman all presented awards at the show at Nashville's Sommet Centre. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Central Texas Band Named Finalist In Independent Music Awards Competition Nov 14, 2008
Judges who will determine this years IMA winners include: Peter Gabriel, Roger Daltry, Steve Vai, Keith Urban, George Jones, Zakk Wylde, Rick Springfield, Anthony DeCurtis (Rolling Stone), and Joe Cuello (MTV) any many others. IMA finalists will now advance to the final round of judging. (KWTX.com, TX)
Move over, Garth; Chesney tabbed CMA's top entertainer again Nov 13, 2008
Paisley, who won video of the year earlier, hugged Keith Urban and kissed the stomach of his pregnant wife, actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley, as he went up to collect his award. Rascal Flatts won their sixth straight vocal group of the year award, beating out the Eagles, Emerson Drive, Lady Antebellum, and Little Big Town. (Boston Globe)
Kenny Chesney wins country music entertainer award Nov 13, 2008
Chesney, 40, was chosen over fellow nominees Paisley, Strait, Sugarland and Keith Urban. Chesney previously won the prize in 2004, 2006 and 2007 in an 11-year career that has produced such hits as "Everybody Wants to Go to Heaven," "There Goes My Life," and "She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy.". (Reuters)
Strait wins single, album honors at CMAs Nov 13, 2008
Keith Urban andBrad Paisley were among the performers at the lively ceremony ... Paisley, who won video of the year earlier, hugged Keith Urban and kissed the stomach of his pregnant wife, actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley, as he went up to collect his award ... Aussie Keith Urban to Idol winner Carrie Underwood, these music artists have a hot combination talent and looks. (MSNBC -- Music)
WINNERS ANNOUNCED Nov 13, 2008
Brad Paisley and Keith Urban opened the show with dueling guitars as they performed their duet, "Start a Band." The song is the first single from Paisley's new mostly instrumental album, "Play." The two incorporated elements of classic rock anthems such as "Layla" and "Smoke on the Water" as they played. Paisley did double duty, also hosting the show with fellow nominee Carrie Underwood. (Fox News)
Kenny Chesney wins CMA's Entertainer of the Year Nov 13, 2008
"I got here in an unconventional way, and you guys didn't have to accept me at all.Paisley, who won video of the year earlier, hugged Keith Urban and kissed the stomach of his pregnant wife, actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley, as he went up to collect his award.Rascal Flatts won their sixth straight vocal group of the year award, beating out the Eagles, Emerson Drive, Lady Antebellum and Little Big Town for the honor."Thank you to all our fans who came out to see us all year long," said Jay... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Country Music Association Announces... Nov 13, 2008
Paisley beat out fellow nominees Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson (who was nominated for a record-breaking 10 CMA Awards in 2002), George Strait and Keith Urban in this category ... Chesney beat fellow nominee's Sugarland, George Strait, Keith Urban and Brad Paisley. (Suite101.com)
Strait, Paisley, Chesney, Sugarland Take Top CMA Honors Nov 13, 2008
Paisley opened the show with "Start a Band," a duet with fellow guitar slinger Keith Urban. He later performed "Waitin' on a Woman" and also offered a brief music tribute to the late Jerry Reed. (Billboard.com)
Hitmaker goes for three in a row at awards Nov 13, 2008
Not if Brad Paisley, George Strait, Keith Urban or Sugarland have something to say about it. Paisley, in fact, is the defending winner of the best male vocalist category and is also co-hosting Wednesday night's show with Carrie Underwood. (CNN)
Swift gets gong at country awards Nov 13, 2008
Actress Nicole Kidman also attended the event with singer husband Keith Urban. Kid Rock, Miley Cyrus and former American Idol winner Carrie Underwood were among the other stars present. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Kenny Chesney, George Strait top CMA Awards Nov 13, 2008
Brad Paisley and Keith Urban opened the show with dueling guitars as they performed their duet, Start a Band. Paisley did double duty, also hosting the show with fellow nominee Carrie Underwood. (AZCentral -- News)
Chesney, Paisley, Sugarland are winners at Country Music Awards Nov 13, 2008
Artists such as Keith Urban and Sugarland saw double-digit sales increases. The eligibility period for the 2008 CMA Awards was from July 1, 2007, to June 30, 2008. (Los Angeles Times)
Tilda Swinton, Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley Nov 13, 2008
At the live broadcast on ABC, he started the show in a duet with Keith Urban on "Start a Band," made mildly risqu. jokes as one of the show's hosts (along with the singer Carrie Underwood), performed his hit "Waitin' on a Woman" (which was named Video of the Year), picked some solo guitar in a brief tribute to Jerry Reed and was named Male Vocalist of the Year. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
George Strait, Nettles Among Early CMA Winners Nov 13, 2008
-- George Strait's poignant tune "I Saw God Today" took song of the year honors Wednesday night at the CMA Awards, which was kicked off by a rollicking performance by two of country's biggest stars, Brad Paisley and Keith Urban. Strait, wearing a black suit and cowboy hat, thanked the songwriters for "letting me sing such a beautiful song." The award goes to the artist and the producer. (Newsmax)
Alan Jackson having a 'Good Time' with 4 CMA nods Nov 13, 2008
Also nominated are Brad Paisley, George Strait, Sugarland and Keith Urban. Other key categories. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Jackson, Chesney compete for top country awards Nov 12, 2008
Other finalists are Paisley, George Strait, Sugarland and Keith Urban. Others competing for No. 1 male vocalist are Paisley, Strait and Urban. (WREG.com, TN)
Chesney, locals on tap Nov 12, 2008
KEITH URBAN Shorthand description: Warmth + good looks + great hooks = Mr. Popular. Why he will win: He co-headlined a hit tour with Carrie Underwood. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Napkin notes: Court tweaks law of informal music deals Nov 12, 2008
The Tennessee Court of Appeals has important news for every songwriter, artist manager, guitar picker and future Keith Urban hanging out at spots like Bobby's Idle Hour, drinking beers, doing guitar pulls and making contacts: Those management and publishing deals you sign on napkins or the back of check deposit slips may well be enforceable and binding contracts. This is good news for all the hard-working entertainment professionals who give their blood, sweat and tears to establish an act, only... (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Who are you and how do you spend? Nov 12, 2008
Kylie Monogue Hugh Jackman and Debra Furness Catherine Martin, wife of Baz Luhrman Keith Urban. How to Spot a Traditional. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Hank Williams, Jr., Taylor Swift, Casey Beathard and Sony/ATV Music Publishing Nashville Earn Top Honors at BMI Country Awards Nov 12, 2008
The 2008 BMI Country Awards also honored hit songwriters Brett Beavers, Shane Minor, Rodney Clawson, Marv Green, Ed Hill and David Lee, along with recording artists/songwriters Luke Bryan, Sugarlands Kristian Bush, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban, who each contributed two songs to the top 50 list. Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) is an American performing right organization that represents more than 375,000 songwriters, composers and music publishers in all genres of music and more than 6. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Danni Minogue in another X Factor row Nov 11, 2008
Nicole Kidman has revealed the first image of her daughter Sunday Rose to talk show host Oprah Winfrey and also passed on some intimate insights into her family life with Keith Urban. Olympic sailor Nathan Wilmot has appealed to the public to help find his gold medal after losing it at a Melbourne nightclub. (Ninemsn)
Women, politics in the mix at 'Glamour' awards Nov 11, 2008
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman were among the stars at the 2008 Glamour Women of the Year Awards on Monday in New York City. By Olivia Barker, USA TODAY NEW YORK Talk on the red carpet at Glamour magazine's annual Women of the Year awards Monday night at Carnegie Hall turned to the country's man of the year, Barack Obama. (USA Today -- Life)
Brad Paisley, the guitarist, gets his moment on album Nov 10, 2008
" Paisley, 36, has always included an instrumental track on his albums, and even his mainstream hits like "Alcohol" and "Online" have dazzling string runs. But "Play" is different. The guitar is front and center on most of the 15 tracks that span country, rock, jazz, blues, gospel and bluegrass. Only five songs have vocals - this from a guy who's been awarded male vocalist of the year by the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music. The original idea was to make an entire album... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Get Behind the Scenes Access to 'The 42nd Annual CMA Awards' Nov 8, 2008
Artists scheduled to perform during this year's CMA Awards include co-hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, along with Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Rodney Atkins, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney and The Wailers, the Eagles, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, James Otto, Kellie Pickler, George Strait, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, and Keith Urban. The VNR feed schedule and satellite coordinates are as follows: Feed Dates: Feed Times: Monday, Nov. 10 10:00-10:30... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Performers and Presenters Announced for 'The 42nd Annual CMA Awards' Nov 8, 2008
Previously announced performers include co-hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, along with Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, Rodney Atkins, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney with The Wailers, the Eagles, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, James Otto, Kellie Pickler, George Strait, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, and a surprise guest. Previously announced presenters include Billy Ray Cyrus, Miley Cyrus, Heidi Newfield, Swift, Josh Turner, Lee Ann Womack,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shoulder-pads in the city for Candace, Samantha Nov 7, 2008
Two years in the making, the album features previously unreleased material from Neil Finn, Paul Kelly, Grinspoon, You Am I, the Church, Midnight Oil (with a remixed Beds Are Burning) and contributions from the Hoodoo Gurus, Keith Urban, Silverchair, Sarah Blasko, Pete Murray and Jimmy Barnes. BIG BIG BIG RED CAR. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Pop Tarts: Carrie Underwood Reveals Her Crush, Says Dogs Are Better Than Boys Nov 7, 2008
Carrie Underwood revealed her affection for Keith Urban to the sold-out Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on Wednesday night during her "Carnival Ride" concert ... "OK, it's Keith Urban, and yeah, I think he's really hot.". (Fox News)
Coming attractions: 'Leverage' gets a lift from a powerful story Nov 7, 2008
On Nov. 27, For the Troops II, an album featuring Maroon 5, Keith Urban, Daughtry, Josh Groban, Gretchen Wilson, Alan Jackson, Five for Fighting and others, will be available at no cost to U.S. active-duty personnel and veterans around the world. The release can be accessed with a military ID at the Army & Air Force Exchange Service's website, aafes. (USA Today -- Life)
Nicole Kidman says her marriage went to hell and back Nov 5, 2008
Washington (ANI): Nicole Kidman has spoken publicly about her married life, confessing that during the first three months of her marriage with country singer Keith Urban, the pair went to "hell and back." The Margot at The Wedding actress revealed that her marriage with Urban hit a rocky patch much before expected, when he entered rehab for drug addiction. However, she added, they came out of it with flying colours. (Oneindia)
Brad Paisleys New Album Out Tuesday Nov 5, 2008
Paisley's new CD is largely instrumental, but its current single, "Start a Band," is a duet with Keith Urban. One song features guitar stylings from the late Buck Owens, and another, called "Cluster Pluck," features seven guitarists, including Vince Gill and Steve Wariner. (KWTX.com, TX)
Nicole Kidman's separation vow Nov 3, 2008
Nicole Kidman is never separated from husband Keith Urban for more than seven days. The 41-year-old actress - who has a three-month-old daughter Sunday Rose with the country singer - admits the couple have agreed not to be apart from each other for too long, despite their hectic schedules. (China Daily)
Best bets: 'Get Smart' comes to DVD Nov 3, 2008
The CD features guest appearances from Keith Urban, B.B. King, Vince Gill and Buck Owens among others. It's not all country. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Fertile artistic collaboration Nov 2, 2008
Kidman, who is married to country music star Keith Urban but has two adopted children with former husband Tom Cruise, had long spoken of her desire to give birth to a child. Luhrmann recalls the actress sitting him down on a log under a boab tree during filming of Australia and saying she had something to tell him. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Nicole Kidman moved to tears over daughter Nov 2, 2008
Two years ago, she married the father of Sunday Rose, country music star and fellow Australian Keith Urban, 41. (*). (Antara)
Nicole Kidman's death fears Nov 1, 2008
In a revealing interview in the US, the 41-year-old Oscar winner said Sunday has made her "raw and emotional" and she cries when thinking of her three-month-old daughter with husband Keith Urban. "It's very bittersweet," Kidman told Parade magazine. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Nicole Kidman opens up about husband Keith Urban's Alcoholism Nov 1, 2008
Nicole Kidman opens up about husband Keith Urban's Alcoholism. n. (New York Daily News)
Nicole Kidman: Addiction Took Us to 'Hell and Back' Oct 31, 2008
SYDNEY, Australia Actress Nicole Kidman is opening up about married life, saying that during the first three months of her marriage to country singer Keith Urban, the couple went to hell and back. In an interview with Parade magazine, Kidman, 41, spoke candidly about Urban s struggle with addiction, his stint in rehab and the birth of their daughter Sunday Rose. (FOXNews)
Ten Things You Never Knew About Daniel Craig Oct 29, 2008
"She turns me on. Not in a sordid, horrible way. Well, come to think of it... " Watch out Keith Urban. See more articles about. (Digital Spy)
Breaking the drug hoodoo Oct 27, 2008
Other artists include Keith Urban, Jimmy Barnes and Grinspoon singer Phil Jamieson, who have also faced battles with addiction. Grossman has now been clean from drugs for more than 20 years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Back in the chase Oct 25, 2008
Jeff Apter, the author of an unauthorised biography of Keith Urban, has incited the wrath of fans for his take on the "suburban loner, gifted guitarist, drug addict, platinum-plated superstar" entitled Fortunate Son: The Unlikely Rise of Keith Urban, which is due out in January. The site umyths. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Tim McGraw writes book for daughters Oct 21, 2008
Aussie Keith Urban to Idol winner Carrie Underwood, these music artists have a hot combination talent and looks. . (MSNBC -- News)
All that glisters may no longer be gold Oct 18, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. With few ARIA nominations and difficulty cracking the US market, Australia's pop princess Delta Goodrem may have lost some of her shine. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Bon Jovi, Springsteen, Police Lead Touring Award Finalists Oct 17, 2008
TOP PACKAGEJay-Z/Mary J. Blige, DreamJourney, Heart, Cheap TrickKenny Chesney, with Keith Urban, LeAnn Rimes, Gary Allan, others. BREAKTHROUGHHannah Montana/Miley CyrusJonas BrothersMichael Buble. (Billboard.com)
Country couple: Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton coming to McElroy Oct 17, 2008
A: Touring with Dierks was great, and then I went on the road with George Strait, Keith Urban, Toby Keith --- and I learned so much. Also, when I wrote "Kerosene," I was a younger girl and I'd had my whole life to come up with material for that record. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Hanging with Jefferson's Kara Perry Oct 17, 2008
I would love to go to a Keith Urban concert. Q: What is your favorite food. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Lee Ann Womack takes her time to get it right Oct 16, 2008
She co-wrote four of the 12 tracks and called in pals George Strait and Keith Urban to sing with her. The first single, Last Call, is a melancholy tune about a woman who doesnt answer the phone call she knows is coming, yet again, from a bar at closing time. (MSNBC -- Music)
'Biggest Loser' finalist performs at Point of Grace Oct 16, 2008
On record, he embodies the almost rockin' vibes of new country, pointing to Keith Urban and Rascal Flatts as his inspiration. "Country music is a lot about story telling," Evans said. (Dallas County News, IA)
Kidman, Cruise find 'more profound' love Oct 8, 2008
" Kidman, 41, married 40-year-old musician Keith Urban in 2006. She had been married to Cruise for 11 years when they divorced in 2001. Cruise, 46, also remarried in 2006 to 29-year-old actress Katie Holmes. But Kidman has no regrets about marrying her Days of Thunder co-star at 22 years of age. "Would I want my kids to get married at that age. No. (Ninemsn)
Lauren Bacall: 'Tom Cruise is a maniac' Oct 8, 2008
Kidman, herself, also weighed in on life after Cruise in the article, telling Elle that following her split with the Top Gun star, she was surprised to find love with singer Keith Urban. I didnt foresee it, that you can meet somebody who you have a deep and more profound love with, she said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
