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Chris Young Doesn't Feel Pressure When It Comes to Fourth Album

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:11:09 +0000

With a string of No. 1 singles â€“ ‘Tomorrow’ and ‘You’ from 2011′s ‘Neon,’ and ‘Gettin’ You Home,’ ‘The Man I Want to Be’ and ‘Voices,’ from 2009′s ‘The Man I Want to Be’– there are expectations surroundingÂ Chris Young‘s upcoming fourth album. But as for pressure? Pft. He’s feeling none of that. “Feeling like I [...]

Chris Young to Perform National Anthem, Free Concert at Talladega Superspeedway

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:49:23 +0000

Chris YoungÂ will be performing the national anthem at the Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama during Aaron’s Dream Weekend, which takes place May 3 through May 5. So that’s right around the corner. Young will offer up his version of ‘The Star Spangled Banner’ on Saturday, May 4, prior to Aaron’s 312 NASCAR Nationwide Series race, which [...]

Chris Young Says New Album Will Better Reflect His Live Show

Billy Dukes — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 19:24:21 +0000

As the fourth single from 'Neon' nears the top of the charts, Chris Young is preparing to release new music. The singer tells Taste of Country that his next album is finished and the focus is on tempo. Fans can expect a faster paced-record than his previous three, one that better reflects his live show.

Brad Paisley Announces Beat This Summer Tour

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:58:30 +0000

We can't think of a better way to beat the summer heat than with some live country music, doled out by Brad Paisley. The singer, who is gearing up for the April 9 release of 'Wheelhouse,' has announced the first leg of his Beat This Summer Tour.

Chris Young 'Married' His Sister

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 16:22:19 +0000

Chris Young, who enjoyed a sold out show in New York City this week, stopped by 'Katie' to chat with host Katie Couric about the single life, the road life, groupies and the subtle pressure his grandmother has put on him to settle down. He also revealed that he married his sister. Wait, what?

CMA to Honor Chris Young With Triple Play Award

Megan Pacella — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 15:00:50 +0000

Last year was a huge year for Chris Young, and so far, it looks like 2013 is on pace to be just as good for the singer's country music career. On Jan. 29, the Country Music Association will honor Young with the Triple Play Award, a coveted honor reserved for songwriters who have written three No. 1 songs in a 12-month period.

See a Photo of Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young on the Set of 'Nashville'

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:00:15 +0000

By now, you should have your calendar marked for the Wednesday, Jan. 23 episode of ABC's 'Nashville,' since superstars Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young will be making cameos as themselves while fraternizing at a party. Well, if you can't wait two more days to watch the show, then you can whet your appetite by checking out this photo of the handsome twosome from the show.

Chris Young Kisses a Moose!

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 20:00:47 +0000

Chris Young may be one of country music’s most eligible bachelors, but the singer recently planted a smooch on an unlikely recipient: a stuffed moose. Young shared a photo of himself laying one on what appears to be a taxidermied moose on Instagram, which was clearly meant for laughs. He posted: “Just chilling in Colorado… [...]

Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young Set for 'Nashville' Cameos

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:00:20 +0000

DVR alert! Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young are ready for their close-ups. That is, their small screen close-ups. Gilbert and Young are two of the hottest young male stars in country music, and they will both make cameos on one of the hottest hit dramas of the 2012-2013 TV season. The guys will guest on [...]

Chris Young Placed on Vocal Rest, Postpones Concerts

Billy Dukes — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 21:15:19 +0000

The Liquid Neon Tour will be on hiatus until Chris Young gets his voice back. The singer has been put on vocal rest, forcing him to reschedule upcoming shows in Huntsville, Ala., Savannah, Ga. and Chattanooga, Tenn. According to a statement on the singer’s Facebook page, tickets for the Dec. 6, 7 and 8 shows [...]