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CARRIE UNDERWOOD


BIO:
Carrie Marie Underwood (born March 10, 1983) is an American country music singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame as the winner of the fourth season of American Idol, in 2005. Underwood has since become a multi-platinum selling recording artist, a winner of several Grammy Awards, Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards, a Golden Globe Award nominee, a three-time Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association Female Vocalist winner, and a two-time ACM Entertainer of the Year. She is the first female artist to win back-to-back Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards for Entertainer of the Year (2009/10). Underwood was inducted into and became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. She was also inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame in 2009.[1] Billboard has described Underwood as Country Music's reigning Queen.[2] Her debut album, Some Hearts, was certified seven times platinum and, since February 2006, has been the fastest selling debut country album in Nielsen SoundScan history.[3] It is also the best-selling solo female debut album in country music history, since February 2008,[4] and, since March 2011, the best-selling country album of the last 10 years.[5] Some Hearts yielded three number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs and a number one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 Songs. Her second album, Carnival Ride, was released on October 23, 2007. It has been certified triple Platinum by the RIAA [6] and produced four consecutive number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs. Underwood released her third album, Play On, on November 3, 2009. It has been certified double Platinum by the RIAA[6] and has produced three consecutive number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs. As of May 16, 2011, Underwood became the American Idol Top Earner in the United States, selling so far more than 13 million album copies and over 22.5 million digital tracks,[7] along with amassing over $66 million in tour revenues, since winning season four.[8] Underwood's fourth album, Blown Away, released on May 1, 2012, has already been certified Platinum by the RIAA and delivered two number one hits on Billboard's Country charts.[9][10] As of July 2012, Underwood has sold over 25 million singles[11] and more than 15 million albums worldwide.[12] Underwood is the 4th biggest album seller of the past 10 years, among artist who released their first album after December 2002.[13] After amassing her 12th number one hit in June 2012, Underwood became the Female Country Artist with the most number one hits on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, from 1991 to present, breaking her own Guinness Book record of eleven, which was co-held with Reba McEntire.[14][15] Underwood is also the only solo Country Artist to have a number one hit on Billboard Hot 100 Songs in the 2000 decade, as "Inside Your Heaven" reached the top of the chart in July 2005. Her album Some Hearts was named the Best Country Album of the 2000 Decade by Billboard,[16] and she's the only Female Artist to appear on the Top 10 of Billboard's Best Country Artists of the 2000 Decade list, ranked at number ten.[17] She was also ranked number 50 on the Artists of the Decade list by Billboard.[18] In June 2011, Rolling Stone magazine ranked Underwood as the number eleven Queen of Pop, based on a lot of criteria from 2009 until 2011.[19]

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Photos: Carrie Underwood Celebrates Birthday Weekend With Special Surprise Photo Photos: Carrie Underwood Celebrates Birthday Weekend With Special Surprise
by Michael Major - March 11, 2024

Carrie Underwood surprises fans with a special performance during her headlining residency show, celebrating her birthday weekend in style. During her performance of fan-favorite “All-American Girl,” audience members surprised Underwood as the room became illuminated by (color) light-up wristbands. ...
Dolly Parton to Release GOOD LOOKIN' COOKIN' Book With Rachel Parton George Photo Dolly Parton to Release GOOD LOOKIN' COOKIN' Book With Rachel Parton George
by Michael Major - March 06, 2024

Dolly Parton & Rachel Parton George will release their new cookbook, GOOD LOOKIN' COOKIN'. In Good Lookin' Cookin', Dolly and Rachel share tips for hosting events all year long, including twelve multi-course menus of cherished recipes for New Year's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas...
Tiffany Woys Releases Brand-New Track 'I'm Your Woman' Photo Tiffany Woys Releases Brand-New Track 'I'm Your Woman'
by Michael Major - February 02, 2024

When the singer is also the songwriter whose life informs those lyrics, it takes the experience to a whole other level. Such is the case with Tiffany Woys' new song, “I'm Your Woman,” available on streaming platforms. Written by Woys, along with Lynn Hutton, Tammi Kidd Hutton, and Cameron Newby, the...
Keith Urban Releases New Song 'Straight Line' Photo Keith Urban Releases New Song 'Straight Line'
by Michael Major - February 02, 2024

Keith Urban released a new song, “Straight Line.”  The song, written by Urban, Chase McGill, Jerry Flowers and Greg Wells, was co-produced by Urban and Wells. It is the first track in a year that will see Urban not only releasing his next radio single in March, but also a brand-new album....
Sarah Jarosz Releases New Album 'Polaroid Lovers' Photo Sarah Jarosz Releases New Album 'Polaroid Lovers'
by Michael Major - January 26, 2024

Sarah Jarosz has released her new album 'Polaroid Lovers'. The North American tour kicks off next week. For the first time in her career she opened herself up to collaborators, leading to writing sessions with Daniel Tashian, Ruston Kelly, and Natalie Hemby. The results are a more electric and soun...
Rita Ora Releases 'Shape of Me' Featuring Keith Urban Photo Rita Ora Releases 'Shape of Me' Featuring Keith Urban
by Michael Major - January 26, 2024

Rita Ora has released a new version of her single “Shape Of Me” featuring country music icon Keith Urban now. Announced by Rita on her mother’s 60th birthday last week, “Shape Of Me” is an ode to her mother. Co-written by Rita, the original version of “Shape Of Me” featured on Rita's You & I album. ...
AMERICAN IDOL Alum Haven Madison Releases 'Sky Up' From Forthcoming EP Photo AMERICAN IDOL Alum Haven Madison Releases 'Sky Up' From Forthcoming EP
by Michael Major - January 22, 2024

'American Idol' Season 21 finalist and 19 Recordings/BMG pop vocalist Haven Madison releases 'Sky Up' from forthcoming EP. New song drops with official animation video, music video to premiere on January 25. 'Turn Off All the Lights' five-track EP releases worldwide April 26, available now for pre-o...
iHeartRadio Announces 2024 Music Awards Nominations, Led By Taylor Swift Photo iHeartRadio Announces 2024 Music Awards Nominations, Led By Taylor Swift
by Michael Major - January 18, 2024

Artists receiving multiple nominations include, 21 Savage, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Blink-182, Carin León, David Kushner, Doechii, Doja Cat, Drake, Dua Lipa, Fall Out Boy, Foo Fighters, Grupo Frontera,  Ice Spice, Jelly Roll, Jung Kook, Karol G, Lil Durk, Luke Combs, Megan Moroney, Metro Boomin, Mile...
Maddie & Tae Announce 'Here's To Friends' Tour For Spring 2024 Photo Maddie & Tae Announce 'Here's To Friends' Tour For Spring 2024
by Michael Major - January 08, 2024

Multi-Platinum duo Maddie & Tae will hit the road this spring on their Here's To Friends Tour, featuring headline shows and festival appearances across the country and kicking off March 16 in New Port Richey, FL....
Video: Katy Perry Stars in WIZARD OF OZ-Inspired Promo For AMERICAN IDOL Photo Video: Katy Perry Stars in WIZARD OF OZ-Inspired Promo For AMERICAN IDOL
by Michael Major - December 29, 2023

Follow Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, and Ryan Seacrest down the “golden ticket” brick road in an all-new “Wizard of Oz”-inspired promo teasing the season seven return on ABC! The video features Perry as Dorothy as they head to Hollywood, passing by the hometowns of Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Un...
Rising Country Artist Madison Olivia Opens For Parmalee Photo Rising Country Artist Madison Olivia Opens For Parmalee
by Michael Major - December 11, 2023

Olivia has established herself and embedded her footprint firmly in the Country Music World. With genre influences from country, pop and R&b Soul, including Shania Twain, Sugarland, Carrie Underwood, Adele and Parmalee, Madison Olivia has become a favorite in her hometown region and regularly perfor...
Highways Festival Returns to the Royal Albert Hall for Two Days in 2024 With a Stella Photo Highways Festival Returns to the Royal Albert Hall for Two Days in 2024 With a Stellar Lineup of Country and Americana Stars
by Michael Major - December 04, 2023

Highways 2024 is set to elevate the excitement over two unforgettable days, featuring a star-studded lineup of top Country and Americana artists headlined by Brett Young and The Cadillac Three and featuring Shane Smith & The Saints, Grammy-nominated The War & Treaty, Tanner Usrey, Josh Ross, BOWEN *...
I'm With Her's Sarah Jarosz Shares New Single Photo I'm With Her's Sarah Jarosz Shares New Single
by Michael Major - November 09, 2023

On this track, written with renowned songwriters Jon Randall (Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Marren Morris) and Gordie Sampson (Willie Nelson, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban),  Jarosz shares the sweetly lilting reverie that gave the album its title (from the first verse: “In a dream we were Polaroid...
Brian Falduto Releases New Single 'Just A Phase' Photo Brian Falduto Releases New Single 'Just A Phase'
by Michael Major - October 27, 2023

Just in time for the full moon, Brian Falduto releases his new single 'Just A Phase' - a catchy and relatable song that captures the ups and downs of relationships. Brian is currently working on new music in Nashville and New York, and says “Just a Phase” is indicative of where he wants to go next a...
Caroline Jones Releases Third Album 'HOMESITE' Photo Caroline Jones Releases Third Album 'HOMESITE'
by Blair Ingenthron - October 21, 2023

Caroline Jones releases her third studio album, 'Homesite,' featuring collaborations with Zac Brown Band and Vince Gill. Available now to stream and purchase....
Donovan Woods Returns With New Single 'I'm Around' Photo Donovan Woods Returns With New Single 'I'm Around'
by Michael Major - October 20, 2023

Donovan Woods returns with a new single titled 'I'm Around.' Co-written with David Hodges (Ed Sheeran, Ben Rector, Carrie Underwood), Woods recorded “I'm Around” with Mike Sonier (Maggie Rogers, Noah Cyrus, Julia Michaels) in Los Angeles earlier this year. Watch the video now!...
SARAH JAROSZ Shares New Single 'Columbus & 89th' Photo SARAH JAROSZ Shares New Single 'Columbus & 89th'
by Michael Major - October 10, 2023

SARAH JAROSZ shares new single and video for 'Columbus & 89th' from her upcoming album 'Polaroid Lovers.' “Columbus & 89th” drifts into a dreamlike beauty as Jarosz reflects on the ineffable heartache of leaving her longtime home back in 2020. Watch the music video now. Plus, check out tour dates!...
Brad Paisley Releases 'Son Of The Mountains: The First Four Tracks' Photo Brad Paisley Releases 'Son Of The Mountains: The First Four Tracks'
by Michael Major - September 29, 2023

Brad Paisley releases 'Son Of The Mountains: The First Four Tracks' available now. Poignant videos for 'Son Of The Mountains' and 'The Medicine Will' to premiere at 12 Noon CT in an exclusive YouTube Live Stream event....
Ne-Yo Drops New Single 'Link Up' Photo Ne-Yo Drops New Single 'Link Up'
by Michael Major - September 29, 2023

NE-YO announced his new single “Link Up,” a smooth and seductive song that was produced by Hitmaka, Cardiak and Wu10 and samples the 1980s R&B hit “Looking Up To You,” recorded by Michael Wycoff. As part of the single release, the multiplatinum musician also unveiled the corresponding, official vide...
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by Michael Major - September 25, 2023

Country music global superstar Brad Paisley is set to release new music later this week and will premiere the music videos ahead of the launch with an exclusive YouTube Live stream event. Brad Paisley has earned his place in country music history as one of the genre’s most talented and decorated mal...
Kaleb Sanders Releases Debut Single 'Couple Beers From Now' Photo Kaleb Sanders Releases Debut Single 'Couple Beers From Now'
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023

Produced by Brad Wagner (Jon Langston, Noah Hicks), the deceptively upbeat number is just the first taste of what’s to come from the emerging artist. The song was written by Cody Bradley as well as Jordan James (Andy Grammer, Hailee Steinfeld) and Jamie Moore (Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Morgan...
Cannons Release New Song 'Bad Tattoo' Photo Cannons Release New Song 'Bad Tattoo'
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023

CANNONS have shared their new song “Bad Tattoo.' The track, produced by Mike Elizondo (Eminem, Carrie Underwood, Mary J. Blige) and co-written by CANNONS, Elizondo, and Mikky Echo (Rihanna, Drake, Maroon 5), offers a fresh take on the Los Angeles band’s sound, showcasing their range and continued so...
Carrie Underwood Releases 'Denim & Rhinestones (Deluxe Edition)' Photo Carrie Underwood Releases 'Denim & Rhinestones (Deluxe Edition)'
by Michael Major - September 22, 2023

The deluxe edition has five brand new songs including the beautifully aching “Drunk And Hungover” written by Nicolle Galyon, Hillary Lindsey, Jordan Reynolds, Underwood’s current song on country radio “Out Of That Truck,” plus a live version of “She Don’t Know,” recorded LIVE from Underwood’s 43-cit...
Lana Del Rey, Sky Ferreira-Collaborator PAPA Releases New Song Photo Lana Del Rey, Sky Ferreira-Collaborator PAPA Releases New Song
by Michael Major - September 21, 2023

PAPA is Darren Weiss, who has been a staple in the Los Angeles indie music scene for over a decade and has worked and toured with the likes of everyone from Lana Del Rey to Sky Ferreira, from Perfume Genius to Girls. He announced PAPA’s new album and the first PAPA record since 2016, Dig Yourself Or...
Tyra Madison Releases Lively New Single 'Rebound' Photo Tyra Madison Releases Lively New Single 'Rebound'
by Michael Major - September 18, 2023

With millions of streams across all digital service platforms, Tyra’s music has found its way into influential playlists such as Spotify’s “New Music Nashville” and Apple Music’s “Country Risers.” She has garnered support slots while touring with acclaimed acts including Nelly, Ernest, Lonestar, Mad...










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