Cracker Barrel's Exclusive Montgomery Gentry CD Debuts at #5 on Billboard Magazine's Country Music Chart Jun 4, 2009
Montgomery Gentry are climbing the country single charts with their new Top 5 hit, "One In Every Crowd." Their current album, Back When I Knew It All, has already yielded the # 1 hit singles, "Roll With Me" and "Back When I Knew It All." The duo recently received two Academy of Country Music Award nominations including "Album of the Year" for Back When I Knew It All and "Top Duo or Group." They are also nominated in the "Duo Video of the Year" category at the upcoming CMT Music Awards for "Roll... (PR Newswire)
Frist Center’s Friday concert series kicks off May 29 with Danielle Peck May 31, 2009
She has shared the stage with Trace Adkins, Toby Keith, Dierks Bentley, Brad Paisley and Kenny Chesney, among others. Danielle Peck is a spokesperson for Safe Haven, a Nashville non-profit organization featured in the Frist Center s Conte Community Arts Gallery. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Fair officials schedule The Lost Trailers for July 29 concert (video) May 23, 2009
Lance Johnson wrote on May 22, 2009 8:50 AM:" Yeah I guess these guys look like they might bring in the "flamboyant" crowd that Kenny Chesney seems to strangely attract. ". luke the drifter wrote on May 22, 2009 8:59 AM:" How about you tools who know nothing of country music just keep your mouths shut! This is a great band, and if you haven't noticed, Cowlitz county is predominantly rural and country music fits our style. County fairs = Country. ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Green Day Performs in Central Park Tomorrow for GMA's Summer Concert Series May 22, 2009
Friday, Aug. 7 -- to be announced Friday, Aug. 14 -- Kenny Chesney Friday, Aug. 21 -- Reba McEntire. Directions to 'GMA' Summer Concerts in Central Park. (ABC News)
Dawson MIA From 'Voluntary' Minicamp May 22, 2009
Sounds of the Game: The Browns practiced to music throughout practice ranging from Bon Jovi , Kenny Chesney, Bruce Springsteen to rap. Related Stories. (BerniesInsiders.com)
More of this story» May 19, 2009
"Summer of '65 and we were with the most beautiful women in Detroit. This bus broke down a lot. This wasn't a tour bus like Kenny Chesney, this was a school bus.". He admired the Supremes' "stomp percussion" on "Baby Love," which somehow segues into "Daydream.". (Dowagiac News, MI)
Newcomer Jake Owen entertains May 18, 2009
Kenny Chesney, he says, taught him how to entertain a crowd -- and hold fans' interest ... "Like his friend Kenny Chesney, he's not so sure letting fans vote for country music awards is a good idea. He was pitted against Julianne Hough for the Best New Artist trophy at the Academy of Country Music ceremony and lost in an online voting competition. "I don't think anyone would condemn me, but she had a huge advantage. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Sagging Economy Can't Stop Summer Tours May 17, 2009
The slate includes such heavyweights as Aerosmith, Beyonc, Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, U2, the Dave Matthews Band, Elton John Joel, Green Day, Kenny Chesney, Kings of Leon, Phish and The Dead. Related. (ABC News)
Summer events listings May 17, 2009
Aug. 15: 6th annual New England Country Music Festival featuring Kenny Chesney, Sugarland, Miranda Lambert, Lady Antebellum. Tickets: $44. (Boston Globe)
Critic's picks - pop music May 17, 2009
NEW ENGLAND COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL They're a little bit country and a little bit rock 'n' roll, and this show - featuring Kenny Chesney, Sugarland, Miranda Lambert, and Lady Antebellum - will probably be one of the harder tickets to score this summer. Aug. 15, Gillette Stadium. (Boston Globe)
Bands warm up for a busy summer out on the road May 15, 2009
Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, U2, the Dave Matthews Band, Elton John & Billy Joel, Green Day, Kenny Chesney, Kings of Leon, Phish and The Dead. "They are all selling tickets," says Jason Garner, Live Nation's CEO of global music. (USA Today -- Life)
Country Track Pack for RB May 14, 2009
Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson, Rascal Flatts, Kenny Rogers, Shania Twain and more join Rock Band. May 12, 2009 - Rock Band loves country music too, and these tracks are among the most fun to play of any we've released to date," said Paul DeGooyer, Senior Vice President of Electronic Games for MTV Networks Music Group. "We've received a ton of requests from fans to bring more country to the game, and our artist partners responded. (IGN PS2)
High and Inside with Andrew Biancardi May 13, 2009
The freshman checks in with SantaClaraBroncos. com as the season comes to a close. (Santaclarabroncos.com)
Omaha Concertgoer Upset About Cheaper Tickets May 8, 2009
He said the upcoming Kenny Chesney concert will be packed and only a few tickets remain for the Elton John/Billy Joel concert on Tuesday. Copyright 2009 by. (7 KETV Omaha)
Kenny Chesney To Appear On Austin City Limits May 1, 2009
Kenny Chesney To Appear On Austin City Limits. Kenny Chesney To Appear On Austin City Limits ... (April 29, 2009)--Kenny Chesney will tape an episode of public television's popular show "Austin City Limits," which will air sometime in the fall. (KWTX.com, TX)
'We Agree To Disagree' Apr 30, 2009
Kenny Chesney inside ghostbar at the Palms Resort & Casino on Friday night at a VIP table ... Kenny Chesney rocking out the newly refurbished concert venue "The Joint" at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Saturday night. (Fox News)
Stagecoach Festival returns to Indio Apr 28, 2009
Headliner Kenny Chesney ... The Empire Polo Club in Indio, which last weekend hosted the Coachella Valley Music Festival, once again plays host to an impressive lineup featuring some of the top talent in the country music world today, including headliners Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Reba and Kid Rock. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Country artist Jake Owen to perform on May 14 Apr 28, 2009
Landing coveted spots on shows with country s current kings of the road, including Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley, Brooks & Dunn and Alan Jackson, has allowed him the opportunity to learn from the masters of the craft. I just want my songs to relate to people, he said. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Supermodel Kathy Ireland Lashes Out Against Pro Choice Apr 28, 2009
Kenny Chesney hanging out with Bon Jovi in the green room along with model and television host Leeann Tweeden at the Hard Rock on Friday night. Following the high energy concert, bandmates Richie Sambora and David Bryan were seen playing blackjack among a crowd of adoring female fans as they sipped on water while their song "Bad Medicine" was playing overhead. (Fox News)
Corona "Encore" Apr 10, 2009
But it's not quite the focus of this new spot (via Cramer-Krasselt, Chicago), which features Kenny Chesney quietly strumming and singing on a beach at nighttime. Corona is sponsoring Chesney's 2009 Sun City Carnival Tour, so the commercial aims to get mileage out of that connection. (AdWeek)
Three new albums that blur the line between country and pop Apr 10, 2009
They leave the butt-kicking swagger to Toby Keith and the pleasures of sun, sand, and margaritas to Kenny Chesney. On Rascal Flatts' aptly titled "Unstoppable," which came out earlier this week, no doubt destined for the No. 1 spot on Billboard next week, the multiplatinum-selling trio gets even closer to shedding its country tag. (Boston Globe)
Artists Rock Deals During Recession Apr 10, 2009
(Kenny Chesney, Brad Paisley and more) cut the cost of two-day passes to $99 from $167 two years ago. Two other popular summer festivals, Bonnaroo and Coachella, are offering tickets on layaway. (CBS News)
Spikes one of the scariest defenders around Apr 9, 2009
Country music star super-fans Oklahoma: Toby Keith Tennessee: Kenny Chesney Edge: Tennessee. Chesney has been named Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year four times. (Florida Sports -- Rivals.com)
Inside Hef's Super-Sexy Sin City 83rd Birthday: A 'Beaten Up' Holly and Hef Reunite For First Time Since Split Apr 7, 2009
Kenny Chesney spotted in Playboy Club and Moon Nightclub, inside the Palms Casino Resort on Friday night ... The group partied with their country star pals including Kenny Chesney, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts Gary LeVox, John Rich, Luke Bryan, Jamey Johnson, Emily West, Holly Williams, and Matt Stillwell. (Fox News)
Idol winner tops country awards Apr 7, 2009
The singer beat four male nominees to take the entertainer award, including Kenny Chesney who won the award in the four previous years. Chesney criticised the organisers for this year allowing fans to pick the entertainer of the year, saying he preferred the traditional method of Academy of Country Music members deciding the winner. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Carrie Underwood Wins Top Academy Of Country Music Prize Apr 7, 2009
" It was a big night for the former "American Idol" winner, who also repeated last year's win as Top Female Vocalist. For the second year in a row, the Entertainer honor was determined by a popular vote during the broadcast, unlike past years, when the award was given out to the performer who sold the most concert tickets in the previous 12 months. Underwood wrested the top prize from perennial winner Kenny Chesney who has taken it home the past four years and became only the seventh woman to... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Carrie Underwood Takes Top Honors At ACM Apr 6, 2009
Her victory ended Kenny Chesney's four-year streak ... Other leading nominees were former Trick Pony singer Heidi Newfield and newcomer Johnson with five each, followed by Kenny Chesney and Underwood with four apiece and Keith Urban with three ... Along with Strait, nominees for entertainer of the year -- the night's top trophy -- were Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban. (Click2Houston, TX)
PICTURES: Underwood, Swift, Hough: Women rule the ACMs Apr 6, 2009
Country music s boys club was adjourned for the year when Underwood broke Kenny Chesney s four-year win streak and became the first woman to hold the title since the Dixie Chicks in 2000. The significance wasn t lost on the 26-year-old superstar. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
PHOTOS: Madonna, family in Malawi Apr 6, 2009
Besides Strait, nominees for entertainer of the year the night's top trophy were Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban. If Chesney wins, it would be his fifth consecutive time and tie him with Alabama for most wins in a row for the honor. (Fox News)
Booster concession stands helping community raise money Apr 6, 2009
The Boosters and affiliated groups have worked a Kenny Chesney concert at the new arena, as well as a Monster Truck event and the IHSAA state basketball finals. Though those working don't get to see the events in the stadium, they still get to be part of the excitement of the events. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
ACM Awards recap: Carrie Underwood's huge dress is my 'Academy' Idol Apr 6, 2009
Her victory on Sunday interrupted Kenny Chesney's four-year streak of winning the award ... The night included a performance by Kenny Chesney and his muscles (shown off by a sleeveless shirt), hiding his eyes under his black hat. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Different, but good: Strait, Swift show diversity of country music at ACMs Apr 6, 2009
Other leading nominees are former Trick Pony singer Heidi Newfield and newcomer Jamey Johnson with five each, followed by Kenny Chesney and Carrie Underwood with four apiece and Keith Urban with three. Along with Strait, nominees for entertainer of the year the night s top trophy are Paisley, Chesney, Underwood and Urban. (KHOU.com, TX)
Will Chesney Maintain Reign At ACMs? Apr 4, 2009
Kenny Chesney accepts the Entertainer of the Year award during the 42nd Annual CMA Awards show on Wednesday Nov. 12, 2008 in Nashville, Tenn ... (CBS/ AP) If Kenny Chesney wins Entertainer of the Year at the Sunday, it will be his fifth consecutive win, which will tie him with Alabama for the most consecutive wins in the category. (CBS News)
Kenny Chesney to Appear in a Corona 'Encore' Apr 3, 2009
Kenny Chesney to Appear in a Corona 'Encore ... PR Newswire - Kenny Chesney Sun City Carnival Tour ... CHICAGO, April 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Corona Extra, the number one imported beer in the U.S., is kicking off its second tour with country music star Kenny Chesney with a new TV commercial, "Encore." The official sponsor of Chesney's 2009 "Sun City Carnival Tour," Corona's marketing partnership with Chesney keeps both brands in the sun. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Kenny Chesney Ticket Prices Drop Due To Slow Economy Apr 2, 2009
CMA ImageKenny Chesney ... For Kenny Chesney fans, that includes the cost of a ticket to his Jacksonville concert. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Open the CPC in True texas style Mar 28, 2009
Others have said George Strait, Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney or some kind of big name. Is this true. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
A fair to remember Mar 20, 2009
They can t believe our tickets are that cheap because they are used to going to Omaha to the Qwest and seeing Kenny Chesney in concert for 130- 140 a ticket. The goal of providing entertainment is for the improvement of the fair, Wiegand said. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
Rested heart Mar 19, 2009
Kenny Chesney, Miranda Lambert, Lady Antebellum to play Darien Lake Performing Arts Center Oon June 4 in Darien Lake, N.Y. Tickets on sale March 21 at livenation. com. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Area's Best Boys Mar 19, 2009
If I could visit any place in the world, it would be: Greece Three people I would like to have dinner with: Tony Romo, Greg Grabianowski and Travis Larson When I'm not playing sports, I'm: Usually working or with friends It would surprise some people that I'm: 30 miles away from school When I get older I want to be: A farmer or ranch owner My sports role model: Eric Bruhn My everyday role model: Jayson Bierstedt I can't go a day without: Sleeping Biggest superstition: Tape my fingers on my left... (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Summerfest responds to economy Mar 13, 2009
Headlining acts scheduled to appear at the Marcus Amphitheater during Summerfest include Bon Jovi, No Doubt, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, The Fray, Chicago, and Earth, Wind and Fire. Pages: 1. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
2009 Academy of Country Music Awards Interviews and Behind the Scenes Footage to Be Showcased on ACountry.com w/ Ooyala Technology Mar 13, 2009
com will use the Ooyala Video Player to stream interviews, photos, and backstage footage from country music megastars such as Sugarland, George Strait, Taylor Swift, and Kenny Chesney. The website, which recently switched from another video service to Ooyala's Backlot video platform in December 2008, says its viewers are noticing the upgrade in video quality. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Arizona country artist Dierks Bentley coming to Berrien Springs Aug. 20 Mar 13, 2009
He has performed two concert tours with George Strait and three tours with Kenny Chesney, as well as headlining his own tour. Bentley's kind of country music has never been straight-up-the-middle, as he grew up on a potent hybrid of honky-tonk, bluegrass, singer/songwriters, classic country and modern rock and roll to forge his own sound along the way. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Best Country Music Songs About Rais... Mar 11, 2009
Kenny Chesney - There Goes My Life. The ups and downs of raising children continue to inspire warm and loving country music songs. (Suite101.com)
Snowden nominated for country music award Feb 24, 2009
The list of country music artists Snowden has booked includes Kenny Chesney, Rascal Flatts, Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Tim McGraw, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, George Strait, and Brooks and Dunn. Reader Comments. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Pac-10 Q&A with Sophia Hocini, California Gymnastics Feb 20, 2009
Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, and Taylor Swift are my top three picks for country artists. I actually listen to McGraw s How Bad do You Want It to get fired up before a meet. (Pac-10.org)
AEG Live Confirms Leonard Cohen's North American Tour - First U.S. Dates in 15 Years Feb 20, 2009
"We are delighted to finally bring this phenomenal tour to the USA. Having spent the last 12 months touring the world, from Romania to Australia from London to Rome, America will now get the opportunity to see the show that has enthralled over 750,000 concert goers across the world to date. Not one to miss lightly, commented Rob Hallett, President of International Touring / AEG Live.AEG Live is honored to continue this extraordinary journey with Mr. Cohen. Now it's time to take North... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Academy of Country Music Announces Events Surrounding the 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards April 3-6, 2009 in Las Vegas Feb 20, 2009
Past performers have included Big & Rich, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Chesney, Kelly Clarkson, Sara Evans, Jack Ingram, Jewel, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Montgomery Gentry, James Otto, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Taylor Swift, Sugarland, Gretchen Wilson, Dwight Yoakam, and many, many more. Even though both the Academy of Country Music Awards and All-Star Jam are already sold-out, fans may still purchase VIP trip packages which include tickets to both events. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
On meteorologist Matt Noyes's iPod Feb 20, 2009
When he heads back home in the afternoon, he listens to his favorite country stars such as Kenny Chesney and romantic pop artists including Michael Buble ... "She Thinks My Tractor's Sexy," Kenny Chesney. (Boston Globe)
Metal: Always worth a listen Feb 20, 2009
Dave Matthews, Kenny Chesney and John Mayer will all be at home waiting, I promise. Page 1 of 1. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Galt House offering Kenny Chesney package Feb 20, 2009
has begun selling a ticket and room package in conjunction with a Kenny Chesney concert scheduled for Saturday, May 30, at Papa John s Cardinal Stadium. Packages, starting at $279, include two tickets to the concert and an overnight stay in a deluxe room. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Here's your Grammy trophy, and some extra album sales Feb 19, 2009
The Rap Pack's Kanye West, T.I. and M.I.A. also advanced, as did performers Jamie Foxx, Carrie Underwood, the Jonas Brothers, Kenny Chesney, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus and Estelle. Not everyone scored. (USA Today)
Taylor Swift Sets Historic Top 40 Radio Milestone for Country Artist Feb 18, 2009
Taylor plans to headline a tour in 2009 and has toured in the past with Rascal Flatts, George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill and Brad Paisley. Contact info. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Bette Midler Celebrates One Year of the Showgirl Must Go On With More Tickets for Sale Feb 18, 2009
Recent and current promoted concert tours include Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, Prince, Bon Jovi, Usher, Nickelback, Kenny Chesney, Rod Stewart, and Paul McCartney. AEG Live also co-produces the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Chesney, Dave Matthews coming to The Woodlands in May Feb 16, 2009
Both The Dave Matthews Band and Kenny Chesney have concerts planned in the pavilion in May. The rebuilding of the concert venue is expected to be finished in April. (KHOU.com, TX)
A day in the life of a college professor Feb 15, 2009
Before class, he has Kenny Chesney via YouTube playing on the large projector screen in the auditorium. It s to keep them awake. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Chesney sayshes slept withover 100 girls Feb 14, 2009
Mark J. Terrill / APKenny Chesney performs at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 8 in Los Angeles ... Kenny Chesney was only married to Renee Zellweger for just a few months before they split. (MSNBC -- News)
Paisley Leads ACM Nominations Feb 13, 2009
He's nominated along with Kenny Chesney, George Strait, Keith Urban and Carrie Underwood, but fans pick the winner by online voting. Paisley leads with six nominations, including record, song and video of the year for "Waitin' on a Woman.". (KWTX.com, TX)
Madonna the top-earning musician of 2008 Feb 13, 2009
2 million), Kenny Chesney ($90. 8 million), Neil Diamond ($82. (MSNBC -- Music)
Kenny Chesney Dismisses Gay Rumor, Explains Annulled Marriage Feb 12, 2009
(February 11, 2009)--Kenny Chesney tells Playboy magazine that he's definitely not gay and has well over 100 women who could attest to that. He said his first five years on the road were intense because he "was the guy in college who never got laid" until he started playing guitar. (KWTX.com, TX)
Chesney Blames Self For Failed Marriage Feb 12, 2009
AP ImageRenee Zellweger and Kenny Chesney's 2005 wedding photo ... -- Kenny Chesney is opening up about end of his short marriage in 2005 to Renee Zellweger and rumors of being gay. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Paisley Leads Way Among ACM Nominees Feb 12, 2009
Kenny Chesney is nominated for four awards, including Entertainer of the Year, Top Male Vocalist and as an artist and producer for Vocal Event of the Year for "Down the Road" with Mac McAnally. If Chesney wins Entertainer of the Year, it will be his fifth consecutive win, which will tie Alabama for the most consecutive wins in this category. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Meyers Movie Picks Blog #5 - Epic War Films Feb 11, 2009
- Goo Goo Dolls, Something Corporate, O.A.R., Bon Jovi, Kenny Chesney 4. Should Heath Ledger win an Oscar for his portrayal as the Joker. (Umassathletics.com)
Little Big Town to rock the Queen City (2) Feb 11, 2009
The band formed in Nashville in 1998 and has toured with George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban and Martina McBride. All we ever wanted to do was to travel around and write songs and play them for people, guitar player Jimi Westbrook said in a press release. (Helena Independent Record)
Taylor Swift Lends Support to @15 Feb 10, 2009
The New York Times described Taylor Swift as "one of pop's finest songwriters, countrys foremost pragmatist and more in touch with her inner life than most adults. Fifteen, an intensely personal song Swift penned about her own life experiences, speaks directly to young teens and the faith they should have in themselves.I think when you first step into the doors of high school, and you walk in, there are seniors and juniors and sophomores, and then you freshmen, Swift says... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Chesney's Sun City Carnival Tour 2009 Comes to PJCS May 30 Feb 10, 2009
Starring Kenny Chesney, Sugarland, Montgomery Gentry, Miranda Lambert, and Lady Antebellum ... - Kenny Chesney's Corona Extra Sun City Carnival Tour 2009 will take place on Saturday, May 30 at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium in Louisville starring Kenny Chesney, Sugarland, Montgomery Gentry, Miranda Lambert, and Lady Antebellum ... Tickets for the Kenny Chesney Corona Extra Sun City Carnival concert [Reserved $125, $79, $59, and a very special $20 ticket section] go on sale Saturday, February 21 at... (Uoflsports.com)
