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American Country Countdown Awards: List of Winners!

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

The winners are in for the first annual American Country Countdown Awards, fittingly handed out last night in Nashville, Tennessee. Who took home the top honors? Jason Aldean took home the inaugural Artist of the Year award Monday night, while co-hosts Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line won three times. Luke Bryan also won thrice, including twice with the aforementioned duo. Here’s the list of American Country Countdown Awards 2014 winners … American Country Countdown Awards 2014 Artist of the Year WINNER: Jason Aldean Luke Bryan Florida Georgia Line Lady Antebellum Blake Shelton Male Vocalist of the Year WINNER: Luke Bryan Jason Aldean Dierks Bentley Randy Houser Blake Shelton Female Vocalist of the Year WINNER: Miranda Lambert Danielle Bradbery Cassadee Pope Taylor Swift Carrie Underwood Group/Duo of the Year WINNER: Florida Georgia Line The Band Perry Eli Young Band Lady Antebellum Zac Brown Band Song of the Year WINNER: Beat of the Music, Brett Eldredge (songwriters: Brett Eldredge, Ross Copperman, Heather Morgan; publishers: Sony/ATV Music Publishing Nashville) When She Says Baby, Jason Aldean Lettin’ the Night Roll, Justin Moore Drink to That All Night, Jerrod Niemann Chillin’ It, Cole Swindell Collaboration of the Year WINNER: This Is How We Roll, Florida Georgia Line (feat. Luke Bryan) Small Town Throwdown, Brantley Gilbert (feat. Justin Moore and Thomas Rhett) Meanwhile Back at Mama’s, Tim McGraw (feat. Faith Hill) My Eyes, Blake Shelton (feat. Gwen Sebastian) We Were Us, Keith Urban (feat. Miranda Lambert) Album of the Year WINNER: The Outsiders, Eric Church (producer: Jay Joyce; record label: Capitol Nashville) Crash My Party, Luke Bryan Here’s to the Good Times, Florida Georgia Line Just As I Am, Brantley Gilbert Platinum, Miranda Lambert Digital Song of the Year WINNER: This Is How We Roll, Florida Georgia Line featuring Luke Bryan Burnin’ It Down, Jason Aldean Drink a Beer, Luke Bryan Play It Again, Luke Bryan Dirt, Florida Georgia Line Breakthrough Artist of the Year WINNER: Kip Moore Brett Eldredge Tyler Farr Thomas Rhett Cole Swindell Groundbreaker Award Kenny Chesney Nash Icon Award Reba McEntire Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton: Cute Country Couple! 1. Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton Wedding Pic Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton celebrated their third anniversary this week. Here’s a great wedding throwback pic.

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The Voice Season 7 Episode 8 Recap: The Battles Continue!

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

The Voice Season 7 Episode 8 saw the Battle Rounds continue as the judges pit their treasure trove of talent against each other with only room for one to advance. Well, unless the coaches’ steal comes into play, that is. On the previous installment, three defeated singers profiled on The Voice Season 7 Episode 7 ended up being snapped up, which does make some sense. The show has an incentive to air the best of the battles, which feature two singers with the skills to move on. Yet it takes away from a little bit of the finality. Would Episode 8 be the same? Let’s find out … Jordy Searcy vs. Taylor Phelan (Team Pharrell) : Williams, along with Alicia Keys, focused on coaxing emotional performances in “Breakeven (Falling to Pieces).” It worked. The only problem was the big decision. Looking agonized, Pharrell ultimately chose Phelan for “the ambition he sings with, [which was] communicated very well to the audience and the world.” Alessandra Castronovo vs Joe Kirk (Team Adam) : Speaking of emoting, Levine asked the two young singers to battle it out on “Stay” by Rihanna. They delivered when it counted and then some. In a difficult decision, Levine ultimately chose Castronovo, which left the ousted Kirk, who was nervous and who Blake and Pharrell had praised, crying. Williams graciously walked him out and shared an exchange that tugged at the heartstrings. “Keep going,” Williams said. “If you stop now, then ‘no’ was right.” The Voice Season 7 Battle Rounds 1. Menlik Zergabachew vs. Troy Ritchie (The Voice Battle Round) Gwen Stefani matches Menlik Zergabachew and Troy Ritchie in a battle on Hall and Oates’ “Maneater.” Menlik Zergabachew vs. Tony Ritchie (Team Gwen) : With husband Gavin Rossdale on board her advisor, Gwen had the two do a reggae version of “Maneater.” Blake declared the result “the best battle of the day as far as I’m concerned,” while Stefani said “I wish I could put you guys in a blender and make one person.” The show will keep both. Gwen ultimately chose Ritchie, which prompted both Levine and Williams to quickly hit their buttons to try and steal Zergabachew. Williams said he loves working with singers who look different than they sound, and ended up with the services of Menlik when the Knockout Round begins. What did you think of The Voice Season 7 Episode 8? Which singers were the best, and who deserved (or did not deserve) a steal? Discuss in the comments!

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Brooks Ayers Diagnosed With Cancer; Vicki Gunvalson Saddened By News

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Brooks Ayers has just been diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer, and Vicki Gunvalson of The Real Housewives of Orange County is understandably devastated. Gunvalson expressed her sadness over the troubling turn for on-again, off-again love following his diagnosis of “aggressive and fast-moving” cancer. “I am very sad about the recent diagnosis of Brooks’s cancer reoccurrence,” she said. Added the original cast member, “It really puts life in perspective and makes you realize just how important health, family and friends are during this time.” The Real Housewives of Orange County staple thanked her fans “for respecting his privacy and for all your thoughts and prayers for Brooks during this time.” Ayers was initially diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins lymphoma about a year ago. Following the recent developments, he’s “determined to fight this horrible disease and am surrounded by love and support from people who truly care about me.” “Life is funny sometimes; sometimes it is not,” Ayers told Radar this week. “Let me assure you that I am going to remain positive and continue to battle this disease vigorously with much tenacity along with seeking the appropriate medical care.” Vicki Gunvalson and Brooks Ayers have been together since 2011, shortly after her 2010 split from longtime husband Donn played out on Bravo. Lately, the embattled couple has been in the news for all the wrong reasons, as video surfaced of Brooks admitting he cheated on her with hookers . He also copped in another video to hurting her emotionally and physically, leading many fans to decry that apparent reference to domestic abuse. Whatever happens, we wish the couple the best in this tough time. Real Housewives: Before They Were Reality Stars! 1. Tamra Barney: Before The Real Housewives OCs Tamra was quite the bodacious bikini babe. Still is!

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Taylor Swift Joins The Voice as Adviser: Find Out Her Role & When She’ll Appear!

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

A Grammy-winning songwriter, “Shake It Off” singer, serial dater, world champion knitter and mom to Olivia Benson and Meredith is coming to The Voice. Taylor Swift will appear as a “key adviser” to all the coaches this season! Swift will work with Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Pharrell Williams and Gwen Stefani and mentor for all of the contestants on the various rosters. NBC announced today that Swift will make her first appearance on Monday, October 27, the very same day her forthcoming album, 1989 , drops. Swift will appear again on October 28 and on November 3 as the Knockout Rounds come to a close, and possibly on even more episodes throughout. Taylor will reportedly work with the aspirants on all facets of their music. From helping craft vocal technique, stage presence and on tailoring (pun not intended) songs to fit their personalities and strengths, she’ll do it all. Hopefully she’ll also teach them how to Twerk, and HARD. 19 Essential Taylor Swift GIFs 1. Taylor Swift Twerking Taylor Swift Twerking and grinding against Taylor Swift in an amazing GIF mashup of Taylor Swift photos. During the Knockout Round, each coach can steal one or more artists from their rivals before the Live Playoff Rounds and America’s voting begins. Now in its seventh season, The Voice has averaged a 4.0 rating in the 18-49 demographic and 13.2 million viewers in live plus same day ratings. Not shabby. Swift, for her part, brings even more star wattage to the popular singing competition as the best-selling digital music artist of all time. When Swift isn’t doing her musical thing, she’s busy breaking the Internet. Whether she’s wearing shirts inspired by Tumblr memes , naming her cats after TV characters or throwing pizza parties for fans , she can do no wrong. Well, except perhaps for some of the high-profile romantic relationships she’s been in. She’s sworn off dating now, she says, and for good reason. Bet she wishes she could take a mulligan on a couple of these. 11 Dudes Who Have Dated Taylor Swift 1. Jake Gyllenhaal Jake Gyllenhaal allegedly took Taylor Swift’s v-card, then dumped her via text. TEXT.

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DJ Khaled Grabs Jay Z, Rick Ross For ‘They Don’t Love You No More’: Listen Now

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Where is the love? That’s exactly what DJ Khaled is wondering on his new single, “They Don’t Love You No More,” which dropped Monday night (April 28). The posse cut, which features Jay Z, Rick Ross, Meek Mill and French Montana, will serve as the lead single for Khaled’s eighth studio album, I’ve Changed A… Read more

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‘The Voice’ Recap: Did You Get Adam Levine’s Phone Number?

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

By Emilie Cruz As the top 10 on “The Voice” continued to sing for America’s votes Monday night (April 28), Christina Grimmie proved herself to be a frontrunner in the competition while Blake Shelton answered all of our prayers by tweeting Adam Levine‘s personal cell number. Before it got down to the nitty-gritty, though, MTV’s… Read more

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Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert: Is It All Over?!?

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

According to the latest issue of Life & Style, it’s all over for Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert . How do we know? Because the cover headline below screams IT’S OVER for the First Couple of Country Music. “Miranda gave him an ultimatum to shape up or ship out,” a source supposedly told the magazine. “She told him she wanted to start trying for a baby soon, but that he had to clean up his act first.” Of course, this same publication says Blake and Miranda are already having a baby , so… Shelton allegedly elected to keep drinking, Life & Style writes, which represented “an obstacle” the twosome “can’t overcome.” Divorce rumors have plagued Shelton and Lambert for over a year now, with the duo joking about them over Twitter in March 2013. In this case, the report claims Lambert is “done with [Blake] humiliating her and is ready for him to grow up and get serious about their family’s future. I have no doubt that she’s leaving Blake if he doesn’t change.” This story sounds bogus to us, but hey: at least Life & Style is no longer claiming that Shelton is cheating on Lambert . That’s progress, people! 26 Hilariously Untrue Tabloid Stories Open Slideshow 1. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Tabloid Cover Tim McGraw and Faith Hill aren’t doing too well. Jealousy is to blame, according to this tabloid. View As List 1. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Tabloid Cover Tim McGraw and Faith Hill aren’t doing too well. Jealousy is to blame, according to this tabloid. 2. Kate Middleton Tabloid Report Is Kate Middleton pregnant again? According to this (false) tabloid report, you bet. 3. Miranda Lambert Tabloid Cover Miranda Lambert is on the cover of the new issue of Life & Style. 4. OJ as Khloe Kardashian’s Father? Bombshell alert! OJ Simpson may be Khloe Kardashian’s father. Do you believe this rumor? 5. Jennifer Aniston Pregnant, Alone Jennifer Aniston is pregnant and alone. That does not sound like a good combination. 6. Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart Are Getting Married! Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are getting married! It’s amazing, really. 7. Will Smith and Margot Robbie Cover Will Smith and Margot Robbie are featured on this Star cover. Are they having an affair? 8. Gwyneth Paltrow Cheating! In Touch wants you to read all about Gwyneth Paltrow cheating. That doesn’t make it true, of course. 9. Angelina Jolie Risking Her Life Is Angelina Jolie risking her life for another baby? So the celebrity gossip reports say. 10. Tim McGraw Gay Cover Is Tim McGraw? Yes, totally… if you somehow believe this National Enquirer cover story. 11. Miley Cyrus Drug Problem? Miley Cyrus has a serious drug problem. If this Star cover is to be believed, that is. 12. Luke Kirby Tabloid Cover Katie Holmes is not dating co-star Luke Kirby. But try telling that to OK! Weekly. 13. Mason Dash Cover Story Sorry, Scott Disick! But according to this made-up cover story, you are not the father of Mason Dash. 14. Kanye West: Gay?!? Oh my God! Kanye West may be gay! No wonder Kim Kardashian is freaking out. 15. Justin Bieber and Rihanna?!? Justin Bieber had an affair with Rihanna!!! According to this tabloid, at least. 16. Brangelina Engaged! Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are engaged, according to OK! And for once, they’re actually correct! 17. Royal Scandal Pippa Middleton is under fire for her friend pulling a firearm on a photographer. But is it all overblown? 18. Will Smith Tabloid Cover No, Will Smith is not having an affair with another man. That’s what this tabloid story suggests. 19. Wedding AND a Baby! Jennifer Aniston is getting neither, but a wedding and a baby are both good things, so Life & Style felt she should have them. How kind. 20. Kim Kardashian: Cheater?!? Does Kris Humphries possess proof that Kim Kardashian cheated on him? Only if you believe this cover story. 21. Suri Cruise Abandoned Suri Cruise has been abandoned by her dad. At least according to this publication. 22. Farewell, Scott Disick! See ya, Scott Disick! According to this cover story, Kourtney Kardashian has thrown her baby daddy out. 23. Kim Kardashian Threesome Story Kim Kardashian was involved in a threesome with two porn stars. So this Star cover story alleges. 24. Selena Gomez: Destroyed by Love! Selena Gomez was destroyed by love! It prompted her to check into rehab, if you buy this cover story. 25. Miley Cyrus: Pregnant and Scared? Is Miley Cyrus pregnant and scared? No. But this tabloid wants you to think otherwise. 26. Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert: Over? Is it all over for Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert? Yes, if this tabloid story is to be believed.

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The Voice Results: Top 12 Revealed!

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

The playoffs wrapped on The Voice Tuesday, cementing the Top 12 as we move on to the live shows next week and ending the coaching phase. Up until this point, each of the surviving singers have either won two battles and/or enough points from a coach to advance. Now that’s all over. The coaches trimmed their rosters from five to three singers for the live shows, and Tuesday’s one-hour episode put Usher’s contestants in the hot seat. The Voice Season 6 Playoff Performances (Team Usher) Open Slideshow 1. Josh Kaufman – It Will Rain (The Voice) As his coach, Usher, looks on, Josh Kaufman takes his best shot with “It Will Rain.” View As List 1. Josh Kaufman – It Will Rain (The Voice) As his coach, Usher, looks on, Josh Kaufman takes his best shot with “It Will Rain.” 2. Bria Kelly – Wild Horses (The Voice) Knowing it’s do or die, Bria Kelly covers the Rolling Stones’ “Wild Horses.” 3. T.J. Wilkins – Tell Me Something Good (The Voice) With a trip to the live shows on the line, T.J. Wilkins goes all out on “Tell Me Something Good.” 4. Stevie Jo – The Thrill Is Gone (The Voice) Stevie Jo puts it all on the line with his version of “The Thrill Is Gone.” 5. Melissa Jimenez – Halo (The Voice) Melissa Jimenez makes a bid for the live shows with her take on “Halo.” T.J. Wilkins sang “Tell Me Somethin’ Good” by Rufus and Chaka Khan, after Usher taught him a personal favorite technique for imitating instruments. Melissa Jimenez tackled a stripped-down version of a demanding song in Beyonce’s “Halo,” soaring on the long notes, but occasionally losing support. Stevie Jo went with BB King’s “The Thrill Is Gone,” full of loose blues riffs, raspy moments and falsettos, even if he held some notes for too long. Bria Kelly picked up a guitar for The Rolling Stones’ “Wild Horses,” and put forth an emotional performance that while not her best, was strong. Josh Kaufman dedicated Bruno Mars’ “It Will Rain” to his wife, adding a lot of raspy high notes that the original track doesn’t have, and earning praise. Usher then announced that his three picks to advance were … Kelly, Kaufman and Wilkins! Jimenez and Jo are out. The live shows begin on Monday. What do you think of the playoff performances? Were the right singers sent home tonight, and this week and last? Sound off in the comments below! Here’s a look at the Top 12 singers on The Voice Season 6. Who do you think has what it takes to go all the way? TEAM USHER Josh Kaufman, 38 Bria Kelly, 18 T.J. Wilkins, 23 The Voice Season 6 Playoff Performances (Team Adam, Shakira)

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Jared Pobre and Stacy Keibler: MARRIED!

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Jared Pobre and Stacy Keibler didn’t just fast forward their clocks an hour this weekend. They fast forwarded their lives as well… by getting married! The former WWE Diva and George Clooney play thing exchanged vows with the tech entrepreneur in a sunset ceremony on a Mexican beach last night. “My happiness is indescribable!” Keibler tells People. “Marriage is the ultimate bond of love and friendship. It means putting all your faith and trust into a person that you can’t help but believe is your soul mate. “Someone who has all of your best interests at heart; someone handpicked for you, to help you grow and be the best person that you can be. Jared is all of this for me.” Keibler split from Clooney in the summer of 2013 and started dating Pobre a few months later. “We both felt strongly that our ‘love day’ should be intimately special, and that’s exactly what it was,” the couple said to People in a statement. “It was a blend of romance, tranquility, natural beauty, bonding and overwhelming love.” This marks the first marriage for both – and we send them our best wishes! 12 Celebrity Couples We Totally Wish We Could Be Friends With Open Slideshow 1. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard We totally adore Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. They may even be our favorite celebrity couple. View As List 1. Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard We totally adore Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard. They may even be our favorite celebrity couple. 2. William and Kate Prince William and Kate Middleton in Copenhagen. How sweet. 3. Bey and Jay Beyonce and Jay-Z on the red carpet. Awesome photo. 4. Barack and Michelle Obama Barack and Michelle Obama share a sweet moment together. They’re Forbes’ Most Powerful Couple of 2013. 5. Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton are a cute couple. No question about that at all. 6. Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel at a red carpet event. Looking HOT. 7. Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner. Such a sweet couple. 8. Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres are one of the happiest couples in Hollywood. They must dance so much at home! 9. Jason Sudeikis with Olivia Wilde Jason Sudeikis poses here alongside Olivia Wilde. These two are engaged!!! 10. Jason Mesnick and Molly Mesnick Jason Mesnick and Molly Mesnick. SO cute. 11. Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka Neil Patrick Harris poses here at the 2014 Grammy Awards. He’s looking quite dapper. 12. Kate Upton and Justin Verlander Kate Upton and Justin Verlander are dating. And this is exactly how we’d react if we were the latter, as well.

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‘The Voice’ Recap: Usher Makes Show History With The Foot Push

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Benny Hollywood| Leave a comment

Blind auditions continued Monday night, as Blake Shelton did the moonwalk and Shakira compared herself to Alexander the Great. By Emilie Cruz

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