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4th of July Quiz: How Well Do You Know Your Country (Music)?
When reflecting on all things American this 4th of July, I think of apple pie, representative democracy, Elvis, reality television, stuff like that. Of all the things I associate with this land of ours, few things strike me as uniquely American as country music, and whether you love it or loathe it, I bet you know a thing or two about it.
Some of the best musical artists we Americans get to claim came out of this genre, including Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline, and Dolly Parton.
Are You Ready for Snoop Country Dogg?
Jessica Simpson isn't the only vocalist to dust off them boots and don a cowboy hat for the country crowd. Snoop Dogg's recently released album Ego Trippin' features a rap-infused, western ditty called "My Medicine." Listen up and let me know if you're feeling Snoop's nod to Nashville.
Country Music Award Nominations Announced!
The 41st Annual Country Music Award nominations were announced today, with Brad Paisley and George Strait leading the pack with five nods each. Kenny Chesney, Alison Krauss and Martina McBride each received four nominations while John Rich, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban got three a piece. Kellie Pickler may or may not be smarter than a fifth grader, but she got a CMA nomination today!
Young Talent and Legends Honored at the CMT Awards
The 2007 CMT Awards are country music's version of the MTV Video Music Awards: The winners are chosen by fans, and the ceremony is more about the spectacle than the actual winners. At last night's awards ceremony, hosted by Jeff Foxworthy and held in Nashville, Carrie Underwood beat out the Dixie Chicks to win Video of the Year, and the "American Idol" winner also took home the award for Best Female Video. I was probably most excited to see legendary singer and songwriter Kris Kristofferson on stage to accept the Johnny Cash Visionary Award.
Hip Hop Hicks
Whoever thought that the worlds of country music and hip hop could collide? Diane Horner did. She released an instructional "country hip hop" line dancing video that quickly hip hopped itself off store shelves and straight into secrecy- unlike the tight, tell-all pants that a few of the male dancers are "jammin" in on the dance floor.
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The Best (and the Biggest) From the Academy of Country Music Awards
The divas of country were out last night at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Carrie, Taylor, and Miley mixed up their styles throughout the evening, while beauties Marisa Miller and Nicole Kidman (in back-plunging L'Wren Scott) shined all night long. A couple notables: Nicole's asymmetrical bob updo and Carrie Underwood's gigantic Rafael Cennamo Gone With the Wind gown.
Celebrity Style: Camila Alves
Model and girlfriend of Matthew McConaughey, Camila Alves, attended the Academy of Country Music Awards in an ensemble that's fabulously futuristic. The short hemline is sexy, while the high collar gives her an avant-garde edge. The white ankle-strap sandals are the perfect choice; they feed into the crisp theme while her gold clutch reels in some shine.
How-To: Sheryl Crow's Country Music Awards Makeup
At the 2007 Country Music Awards, Sheryl Crow wowed the red carpet. Her hair was soft and wavy, her outfit was classy, and her makeup was polished.
I especially like the way her nude lips sparkle, taking years off of her face.
Carrie and Kenny Shine at the Country Music Awards
We already checked out all the red carpet looks and now it's time to get down to the show at last night's Country Music Awards in Nashville. The big winners of the night were Carrie Underwood, who won Female Vocalist of the Year for the second year in a row and Single of the Year for "Before He Cheats," and for the guys Kenny Chesney who won Entertainer of the Year, and Brad Paisley, Male Vocalist of the Year. Check out the full list of winners here.
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