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Zac Brown Band Find a Circus of Love in New 'Goodbye in Her Eyes' Video

Megan Pacella — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 20:30:54 +0000

Zac Brown Band is one of the most talented country groups on the charts right now. And the band’s latest video release proves why. Showcasing the entire group’s musical prowess and creativity, ‘Goodbye in Her Eyes’ becomes more than just a mournful love ballad. Most of us don’t typically think of a circus when [...]

2012 American Country Awards Nominees Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:00:47 +0000

Luke Bryan leads the pack of 2012 American Country Awards nominees. The singer, and his peers, will get their time to really shine when the red carpet event airs live from Las Vegas in December. The 'Drunk on You' singer received seven nominations in all, including Artist of the Year.

Zac Brown Band, 'Uncaged' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:30:38 +0000

On paper, ‘Uncaged’ should not work as an album, let alone a country music album. The new release from Zac Brown Band redefines “something for everybody.” Country, reggae, bedroom R&B… Brown and his ever-growing motley crew stretch the Nashville sound further than any other artist. If they weren’t so talented, this project would fall apart long before the title-track.

Zac Brown Animates as 'Robo Redneck' in 'The Wind' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 16:30:03 +0000

Zac Brown Band are animated in the video for their latest jam ‘The Wind’ from the forthcoming ‘Uncaged.’ The band didn’t hire just any old animator for this clip. They pulled out the big gun in the form of ‘Beavis & Butthead’ and ‘King of the Hill’ creator Mike Judge, who fashioned the hilarious protagonist Robo Redneck aka the Six Million Dollar Honky.

Blake Shelton vs. Zac Brown Band – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 15:24:43 +0000

You now have a chance to decide the best new songs in country music every day! Starting July 2, the Taste of Country Showdown will run online and on the air daily. With the launch of Taste of Country Nights on Lonestar 102.3, you’ll get to hear even more of the hottest hits from the hottest artists in country music. Today’s challengers are Blake Shelton and his new song ‘Over’ against Zac Brown Band and their latest, ‘The Wind.’

Zac Brown Band, 'The Wind' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 17:30:41 +0000

Zac Brown Band‘s songs come together in an unusual way, but they always seem to work, as is the case with their current single. ‘The Wind’ lyrics just seemed to blow together, in a sense, the song’s co-writers explained to Taste of Country. “One of the things Zac and I do a lot is we [...]

Zac Brown Goes Double Platinum, Glen Campbell Goes To Galveston – Today In Country Music History

Dave Diamond — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:17:26 +0000

The Zac Brown Band's Foundation album went double platinum in 2010, George Strait's seven year old album went gold in 1988 and Glen Campbell went to Galveston in 1969.

Zac Brown Band Guitarist Coy Bowles Writes Anti-Bullying Kids Book

Brittany Joy Cooper — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:09:34 +0000

While the members of Zac Brown Band have tasted commercial success in the past few years, they’ve also each experienced something else entirely new: parenthood. Perhaps this is partially what drew the band’s guitarist Coy Bowles to pen his first children’s book, “Amy Giggles: Laugh Out Loud.” Speaking on HLN yesterday morning (March 16), Bowles elaborated on the origins of the anti-bullying book, as well as his hopes for its future.

Zac Brown Band's 'Keep Me in Mind' Stays at No. 1

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:31:32 +0000

After locking in the No. 1 position for two weeks prior to the charts “freezing” for the holidays, the Zac Brown Band continue to top the charts again this week with their hit single ‘Keep Me in Mind.’ The tune was penned by Brown, along with Wyatt Durrette and singer-songwriter Nic Cowan, who is an [...]

Zac Brown Band 'Keep' the No. 1 Spot on the Singles Chart This Week

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 16:00:41 +0000

Members of the Zac Brown Band are keeping their place atop the country singles chart once again this week with their latest No. 1 hit, ‘Keep Me in Mind.’ Like their previous eight singles — ‘Chicken Fried,’ ‘Whatever It Is,’ ‘Toes,’ ‘Highway 20 Ride,’ ‘Free,’ ‘As She’s Walking Away,’ ‘Colder Weather’ and ‘Knee Deep’ — [...]

Taylor Swift Loses Teeth, Naomi Judd Becomes A Nurse – Today In Country Music History

Dave Diamond — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:33:11 +0000

The Zac Brown Band got a gold album for Giving on this date in 2010, Taylor Swift lost some teeth in 2008 and Naomi Judd became a nurse in 1977. Here’s the list for Today In Country Music History for 15 December, 2011. The Zac Brown Band earned a gold album for You Get What [...]

Zac Brown Band Premiere New Song 'Sweet Annie' During 'Live at Red Rocks' Special

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:14:48 +0000

Fans who tuned into the premiere of the Zac Brown Band‘s ‘Live at Red Rocks’ special over the weekend got an added bonus. In addition to several of their chart-topping hits, the band also offered the television debut of a previously unreleased song, ‘Sweet Annie.’

Zac Brown Recalls His 'Soggy' Beginnings

Nancy Dunham — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:30:12 +0000

Zac Brown was so in need of tip money back in his bar and club playing days that he gladly reached into his beer-soaked tip bucket and felt lucky to fish out stray bills. “ playing in a bar, and then wringing the beer outta my tip money from the tip bucket,” he tells CMT. “At the end of the night, people would be spilling beer and stuff into that bucket but I didn’t care. I’d reach down and grab the one dollar bills from the bottom and shove ‘em in the cargo pants I used to wear.”

Zac Brown Band Joined by Gregg Allman for 2011 CMA Awards Performance

Nancy Dunham — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 02:33:35 +0000

Zac Brown Band were joined on the 2011 CMA Awards by the legendary Gregg Allman on keyboards for a rendition of ‘Georgia on My Mind.’ The emotional performance by the Georgia natives resulted in a standing ovation by the all-star crowd. The Zac Brown Band are nominated for a host of honors at the 2011 [...]

A Duo Of Alan Jackson Duets – Today In Country Music History [VIDEO]

Dave Diamond — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:54:59 +0000

It was on this date in 2010 that Zac Brown and Alan Jackson released thier duet, As She's Walking Away, and it was on this date in 2003 that Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffet's It's Five O'Clock Somewhere started its five week run at the top of the charts.

I'd say that's a pretty a pretty good run of luck for Alan!

Here's the list for Today In Country Music History for 09 August, 2011.

Zac Brown Band, Jennifer Nettles, Johnny Lee – Today In Country Music History

Dave Diamond — Thu, 12 May 2011 16:49:26 +0000

Zac Brown reintroduced Country music fans to nylon string guitars and told us how he likes his chicken back in 2008, Jennifer Nettles from Sugarland showed us her acting skills in 2006 and Johnny Lee's Lookin' For Love album went gold on this date. Can you remember the year?

Here's the list for Today In Country Music History for 12 May, 2001.

The Zac Brown Band, George Strait, Emmylou Harris – Today In Country Music History

Dave Diamond — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 16:49:32 +0000

It was just a year ago today that the Zac Brown Band's album went double-platinum.

George Strait's album went gold on this date ... SEVEN YEARS after it was released!

And we were first introduced to Country sweetheart, Emmylou Harris, on this date way back in 1975. Her new CD, Hard Bargain, will be released next Tuesday.

Here's the list of memorable events for Today In Country Music History for April 19th, 2011.

Billy Currington Excited About Goin' Coastal Tour [AUDIO]

Aaron Galloway — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 06:39:14 +0000

Billy Currington is gearing up for the biggest tour of his career thus far. He's opening for Kenny Chesney on the Goin' Coastal tour, kicking off in West Palm Beach, FL on March 17th. The tour will make it's way around to Dallas, TX on April 16th. Read more to hear what Billy had to say about getting the call from Kenny.

Zac Brown Band 'Colder Weather' Music Video

Aaron Galloway — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:27:49 +0000

"Colder Weather, the second single from Zac Brown Band's album, "You Get What You Give" is a story of a broken romance told through black and white scenes while the band plays the chilling, but beautiful song. Check out the Video after the Jump.

Zac Brown and Wife Shelly Welcome Fourth Baby, Joni

Aaron Galloway — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 14:42:13 +0000

Zac Brown and his wife Shelley have been blessed with a new addition to their family. Little Joni Mason Brown was born February 2, 2011 in Atlanta GA. Joni, the fourth daughter for the Browns, weighed in at 7 pounds and 14 ounces. The other Brown girls are Justice, (4 yrs), Lucy (2 yrs) and [...]