Trisha Yearwood – Page 22 – Country Universe

Matraca Berg

November 16, 2008 Guest Contributor 0

When women became the dominant creative force in country music during the mid-nineties, it wasn’t just on the strength of their vocal talents, but also because of their excellent choice of material. No single songwriter

CMA Awards Review

November 13, 2008 Guest Contributor 58

Last night, the CMA stamped its approval on the leading contemporary country stars of today. Congratulations to Kevin for commandeering the most popular live blog in Country Universe history. Here is a series of highlights

2008 CMA Awards Live Blog

November 12, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 254

2008 CMA Winners Entertainer: Kenny Chesney Male Vocalist: Brad Paisley Female Vocalist: Carrie Underwood Album: George Strait, Troubadour Vocal Duo: Sugarland New Artist: Lady Antebellum Vocal Group: Rascal Flatts Song: Jennifer Nettles, “Stay” Single: George

Country Universe Staff: 2008 CMA Predictions

November 12, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 19

This afternoon, the Country Universe staff is following up last night’s personal picks with our actual predictions about who will win tonight. Check back tonight at show time to join the live blog and mock

Country Universe Staff: 2008 CMA Personal Picks

November 11, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 20

As we gear up for tomorrow night’s CMA Awards Show, the staff of Country Universe share our personal picks in all categories. Check back tomorrow for our predictions in each category. Our third annual Live

News: Reba McEntire signs with Valory Music

November 11, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 11

Wow. Country superstar Reba McEntire has ended her 25-year association with MCA Nashville and signed with the Valory Music Co. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The move reunites 2007 Billboard Woman of the

Discussion: Vote for Your CMA Picks

November 4, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 20

Seems appropriate for Election Day. Vote for your favorites and share your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to click “more” so you can see all of the categories. [poll id=”2″] [poll id=”3″] [poll id=”4″]

Classic CMA Awards Moments, #12: Trisha Yearwood‘s coronation (1997)

October 27, 2008 Guest Contributor 8

#12: Trisha Yearwood Female Vocalist of the Year 1997 Trisha Yearwood had been nominated for numerous CMA awards in the past, but she’d often been surpassed by her peers. Her lone victory before the 1997

Linda Ronstadt, Prisoner in Disguise (Original Master Recording)

October 1, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 7

Linda Ronstadt Prisoner in Disguise (Original Master Recording) 1975 Anyone looking for the prototype of the modern female country singer can turn their attention to Linda Ronstadt’s classic 1975 album Prisoner in Disguise. Of all

CMA Nominations-Missing Persons Report

September 11, 2008 Guest Contributor 29

With great perception, the Country Music Association made a fair number of strong choices for the 42nd annual awards on November 12. But what award show would be complete without complaints about who was, and