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GAC & Music Nation Announce Next GAC Star Finalists
[Aug. 6, 2008] Great American Country (GAC) and Music Nation have selected the six finalists in GAC’s first-ever nationwide talent competition, "The Next GAC Star," a search for the next country music star. Finalists J.C. Andersen, Tyler Barham, Angela Engelman, Megan Conner, One Night Rodeo and Lane Turner were chosen out of thousands of independent country artists around the U.S.

Country Music Star John Rich Pens Pro-McCain Song
[Jul. 31, 2008] According to the Associated Press, Rich—who makes up half of the Nashville duo Big and Rich—plans to debut his newest song with the Arizona senator on hand at the Country First concert in Panama City, Fla., on Monday.

Canadian Country Music Award nominees
[Jul. 30, 2008] Some of the major nominations for this year's Canadian Country Music Awards:

GAC and Music Nation Pair Up For Next GAC Star
[Jul. 29, 2008] The new Country Music talent search and competition The Next GAC Star announced Monday in a press release it has extended its partnership with Music Nation and its record label, Original Signal. The Next GAC Star is currently underway, and it's grand finale will air Sept. 10 on GAC.

NOW That's What I Call Country to be Released August 26
[Jul. 29, 2008] The ultimate country music collection features today's hottest hits from country music superstars Sugarland, Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts, Trace Adkins, George Strait, Reba and many more!

NASHVILLE SKYLINE: In Defense of Jessica Simpson
[Jul. 24, 2008] Rodeo Attitude did not repeat any stories recently circulating about Jessica Simpson - HERE IS WHY! Well said CMT.com Editorial Director Chet Flippo. Thnk you!

The Grascals Keep On Walkin' - Debuted at #1 on the Billboard's Charts
[Jul. 24, 2008] Two things tell a lot about a new album. Where the album debuted on Billboard Charts - Keep On Walkin Debuted at #1. The second is what other artist have to say about the album. Well here is what they are saying about the Grascals' Keep On Walkin':

HOT DISH: Country Music's New Artists Could Learn From Patty Loveless
[Jul. 22, 2008] I raise my hand hungrily and achingly. Yes, I longed to hear the pure, lonesome sound of Patty Loveless. Until I listened to the 14 songs on her upcoming CD, I had no idea what she and her husband, record producer Emory Gordy Jr., had on those tracks. I just knew I wanted to hear Patty sing.

Country Music Television and Faith Time Inc. Announce Partnership to Bring Block of Religious Programming to Cable Starting September 1st, 2008
[Jul. 21, 2008] Faith Time Inc., a media buying agency dedicated to promoting the religious sector, will begin airing religious and humanitarian shows on Viacom owned channel CMT.

September Air Date For CMA Music Fest Special
[Jul. 18, 2008] Folks in Nashville are still talking about last month's spectacular CMA Music Fest, and the recap will continue into the fall. This September, ABC is bringing its viewers behind the scenes of the year's hottest Country Music event.

CMT Searches For Best Unsigned Artist on "Music City Madness"
[Jul. 16, 2008] CMT.com is looking for the best unsigned country acts in the nation. For the third year in a row, the hunt for the best unsigned artist kicks off when "Music City Madness" launches on Tuesday.

Bon Jovi's New Anthems Have A Twang
[Jul. 16, 2008] The year's highest-grossing concert tour is ending this evening at Madison Square Garden. It's capping a remarkable run for Bon Jovi, once known for teen-pleasing pop-metal anthems.

HOT DISH: Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman Create Big News
[Jul. 14, 2008]

Swift, Shelton lead country music charts
[Jul. 10, 2008] Blake Shelton's "Home" and Taylor Swift's debut top the Billboard country charts for the week ending July 19. "Home" assumes the top of the chart from Montgomery Gentry's "Back When I Knew It All," which slipped to third.