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Story Behind the Song: Rascal Flatts, 'My Wish'

Rascal Flatts‘ No. 1 hit “My Wish,” was written by Jeffrey Steele and Steve Robson. The Flatts released the song in August 2006, as the third single from their Me and My Gang album. That December, it reached No. 1 on the U.S. country charts; it also hit No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100, No. 13 on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks chart …

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Darius Rucker Explains Why It's Hard to Collaborate With Other Artists

With proven success in both the rock and country genres, you would think that Darius Rucker‘s versatility would make him an ideal candidate for collaborations with other artists — but he says that’s hardly the case. The South Carolina native says that he’d love to sing with other artists, but the decision is often out of his hands. Continue reading…

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POLL: Who Should Win Vocal Group of the Year at the 2015 ACM Awards?

The Vocal Group of the Year nominees at the 2015 ACM Awards include some of the biggest acts in country music. With hits like “Bartender,” “Day Drinkin'” and “Chainsaw” heating up the radio and headlining tours trekking across the country, these five vocal groups are all deserving of a trophy. Continue reading…

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POLL: Who Should Win New Artist of the Year at the 2015 ACM Awards?

With past winners including Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, the Band Perry, Florida Georgia Line and Justin Moore, winning New Artist of the Year at the ACM Awards is a pretty big deal. The category’s three nominees in 2015 are Sam Hunt, Thomas Rhett and Cole Swindell; here’s how they stack up. Continue reading…

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POLL: Who Should Win Song of the Year at the 2015 ACM Awards?

The ACM Award for Song of the Year recognizes the tune’s writer, publisher and artist — and this year, there were more than enough top-notch songs to make the country music world go ’round. With contenders like Luke Bryan, Kacey Musgraves and Eric Church up in the category in 2015, it’s a tough draw. Who do you think will be crowned the …

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