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Brad Paisley has announced that his next album will be titled Wheelhouse.  He made the announcement last night on Jimmy Kimmel Live!  This is the first album Brad has ever produced all by himself…which means…lots and lots of hours in the studio!  Brad says he'll spend about one more month recording it, but he's amazed at what he's come up with so far!  Wheelhouse hits stores April 9^th.

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X Factor winner Tate Stevens is kicking off his country music career with the help of one Big & Rich member.  After winning a $5 million dollar recording contract, Tate has moved his family to Nashville where he’s already started writing with John Rich.

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Gary Allan’s latest single “Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)” has been certified Gold.  The song sold over 500,000 copies and there’s only one word that describes how Garyis feeling about his recent success - FANTASTIC!!!  This is the fastest selling song of Gary's career. 

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The Band Perry’s highly anticipated sophomore album will be released this spring.  For many artists, the second album is more stressful to make than the first.  Kimberly Perry admits…she and her brothers are putting a lot of pressure on themselves to create the best music possible.  Look for The Band Perry’s new album in stores April 2^nd.

Brad Paisley is now the proud writer of a new television theme song.  If you haven’t heard “The Ballad of Honey Boo Boo”…check it out!!!

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Hunter Hayes could hardly believe his first #1 single, “Wanted” sold a million copies.  So imagine how he feels now that the song has been certified double Platinum!  For Hunter, there’s nothing more rewarding than creating relatable lyrics for fans.

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Jason Aldean isn’t hung up on just country music – he likes all genres!  He also says he loves when different genres of music can come together into one project.

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The Top 10 Country Dance Club Hits of 2012 have been revealed and Little Big Town has taken the top honor with their summertime hit, “Pontoon”.  Eric Church’s “Springsteen” came in at #2 - while Kip Moore’s “Somethin’ Bout a Truck” landed in the #3 spot.  See the full list below:

Top 10 Country Dance Club Hits for 2012

1. “Pontoon,” Little Big Town

2. “Springsteen,” Eric Church

3. “Somethin’ ‘Bout a Truck,” Kip Moore

4. “Drunk on You,” Luke Bryan

5. “Lovin' You Is Fun,” Easton Corbin

6. “Cowboys and Angels,” Dustin Lynch

7. “Musta Had a Good Time,” Parmalee

8. “Beers Ago,” Toby Keith

9. “Cruise,” Florida Georgia Line

10. “Blown Away,” Carrie Underwood

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Kelly Clarkson became engaged to Reba’s step-son, Brandon last month…and she’s already started to plan for the big day.  Rumors are already circulating that Kelly was inspired by Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert’s 500-guest Texas wedding – but Kelly admits…that one was a little overwhelming!