Uncle Kracker Tells a Tale of Two Kennys
Before making his own country-friendly record, Uncle Kracker experienced country radio success with the Kenny Chesney duet, 'When the Sun Goes Down,' back in 2006. Around that time, Kenny offered his...
View ArticleTrace Adkins to Host American Country Awards
Country superstar Trace Adkins will serve as host for the first annual American Country Awards (ACA) next month, which will air live from Las Vegas. Trace will also sing on the ACAs, along with...
View ArticleAlan Jackson to Receive Greatest Hits Award at ACAs
There will be lots of firsts happening on stage at the inaugural American Country Awards on December 6. One of those monumental moments will take place when Alan Jackson is given the Greatest Hits...
View ArticleAmerican Country Awards Add More Star Power
Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan and the Band Perry have joined the list of performers for next week's inaugural American Country Awards. Previously announced performers include host Trace Adkins, Easton...
View ArticleZac Brown Band, Jack Ingram + More — Top Tweets of the Week
Every weekend, The Boot brings you the week's top tweets, so you can see what your favorite stars are chirping about! This week's top Twitter posts come from the Zac Brown Band, Jack Ingram, Michelle...
View ArticleKenny Chesney Adds New 'Coastal' Date to Stadium Tour
Kenny Chesney has added another date to his Goin' Coastal Tour. The entertainer will hit the New Meadowlands Stadium (home to the New York Jets and New York Giants) in Rutherford, N.J. on Aug. 13,...
View ArticleKenny Chesney to Perform for Peyton Manning's Children's Hospital
Kenny Chesney is helping out longtime friend, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning, with an upcoming performance at Peyton's annual Celebration of Caring gala. Now in its fourth year, the...
View ArticleAmerican Country Awards Air Live Tonight — Star Watch
Trace Adkins will host the first annual American Country Awards (ACAs) live from Las Vegas tonight (December 6). The show will feature performances by Easton Corbin, Steel Magnolia, Uncle Kracker, Reba...
View ArticleKenny Chesney Announces 41 More Goin' Coastal Tour Dates
While Kenny Chesney may have taken 2010 off from touring, he's back in full-force with his upcoming Goin' Coastal tour. Another 41 arena and amphitheatre dates have been added to the previously...
View ArticleBilly Currington Living the Dream With New Tour
Billy Currington has started the show for several country superstars over the years, including Brad Paisley, Sugarland and Carrie Underwood, and now he can add Kenny Chesney's name to that impressive...
View ArticleTaylor Swift, Kellie Pickler + More — Top Tweets of the Week
Every weekend, The Boot brings you the week's top tweets, so you can see what your favorite stars are chirping about! This week's top Twitter posts come from Taylor Swift, Kellie Pickler, David Nail...
View ArticleUncle Kracker Is Nashville-Bound for New Album
On the heels of the success he achieved with his Top 10 country single, 'Smile,' Uncle Kracker is back in Nashville to begin work on his fifth studio album, the follow-up to 2009's 'Happy Hour.'...
View ArticleTrent Tomlinson Returns Home for Special Benefit Concert
Trent Tomlinson knows how to have a good time, onstage and off, but the 'Drunker Than Me' singer has a soft side, too, especially when it comes to children. The Kennett, Mo., native will return to his...
View ArticleUncle Kracker Makes 'Indescribable' New Album
He's a little bit country and a little bit rock 'n' roll, which is just the way he likes it. Uncle Kracker is currently putting the finishing touches on his upcoming CD, 'Postcards From Home,' and says...
View ArticleUncle Kracker, 'My Hometown'— Lyric Video Premiere
Uncle Kracker lets his lyrics take center stage in his brand-new video for 'My Hometown.' Hiring animators instead of actors, the country-pop-rocker brings his lyrics to life in the clip for his very...
View ArticleUncle Kracker, 'Midnight Special' Album Keeps Singer's Toes Dipped in Country
Like a well-worn pair of your favorite jeans, Uncle Kracker has found a place in country music that's comfortable and just the right fit for the Detroit hitmaker. From his first No. 1 hit, "Follow Me"...
View ArticleLee Brice, 'I Drive Your Truck' Goes No. 1; Miranda Lambert Scores Shoe Line...
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View Article11 Years Ago: Kenny Chesney and Uncle Kracker Hit No. 1 With 'When the Sun...
Eleven years ago today (April 3, 2004) was a big day for both Kenny Chesney and Uncle Kracker. It was on this day that their duet, "When the Sun Goes Down," soared to the top of the charts. Continue...
View ArticleGone Country: Artists Who Have Unexpectedly Released Country Projects
Country music is definitely gaining in popularity -- and there's no better example of that fact than the long list of artists who have crossed genres to release a project for country fans. Continue...
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