98 COUNTRY » vince gill

Janelle Arthur Sings Vince Gill's 'When I Call Your Name' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 00:55:21 +0000

Up-and-coming country singer Janelle Arthur paid tribute to one of her earliest influences on 'American Idol' Wednesday night (April 17), performing the Vince Gill classic 'When I Call Your Name' to effusive praise from the judges -- except one.

The Year of the Gill? Vince Gill Hoping to Release Solo Album, Bluegrass Project in 2013

Christina Vinson — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 18:41:12 +0000

Nashville veteran Vince Gill seems to be everywhere these days. In fact, 2013 could very well be known as the Year of Gill. The iconic country musician has been so immersed in the entertainment industry that it’s hard to keep track of what his guitar-strumming hands have been involved with. Gill tells Billboard that he’s certainly [...]

Vince Gill Supports Unfairly Treated Taylor Swift

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 11:53:10 +0000

Criticism is often a precursor to superstar fame, a reality that Vince Gill probably understands all too well. The 'Threaten Me With Heaven' singer says he thinks Taylor Swift has endured unfair criticism and has gone on the record to defend his fellow country music superstar.

Kip Moore, Vince Gill Headed to 'Nashville'

Christina Vinson — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 22:00:55 +0000

Lights, camera, action! Kip Moore and Vince Gill are getting ready to jump offstage and on-camera for an appearance on the hit show 'Nashville.'

The pair -- along with Pam Tillis -- won't have to reach too far out of character, as they'll be playing th

Kelly Clarkson (Featuring Vince Gill), 'Don't Rush' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 14:00:58 +0000

While Kelly Clarkson's 'Don't Rush' lyrics were not intended for her originally, the song wound up in her hands and was a perfect fit. Not only did she nail the vocals, but Clarkson also had the good sense to bring in the heavenly voice of Vince Gill, which left the song's three writers -- Natalie Hemby, Blu Sanders and Lindsay Chapman -- beyond thrilled with the outcome.

Kelly Clarkson to Duet With Vince Gill on 'Greatest Hits' Album

Jessica Nicholson — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 13:30:03 +0000

Kelly Clarkson has enjoyed a few hit duets in the country music field already, and soon, she'll add Vince Gill to her roster. The track listing for the first 'American Idol' winner's upcoming album, 'Greatest Hits -- Chapter 1,' has been released, and tucked alongside her pop hits is a sweet duet with Gill titled 'Don't Rush.'

Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson and Vince Gill Honored With Early 2012 ACM Awards

Brittany Joy Cooper — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 16:30:36 +0000

While several of the biggest 2012 ACM Awards will be doled out April 1 during the live telecast on CBS, time restrictions keep the other honorees from being awarded on-camera. For those awards that won’t make the televised time slot — Special Awards, Industry Awards, Musician, Bandleader and Instrumentalist (MBI) and Songwriter of the Year — the Academy of Country Music is hosting its sixth annual ACM Honors event on Sept. 24, 2012, in Nashville.

Vince Gill Parts Ways With His Record Label

Brittany Joy Cooper — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 16:45:44 +0000

At the Universal Music Group label luncheon show at Nashville’s Country Radio Seminar Wednesday (Feb. 22), George Strait surprised the Ryman audience with his guest appearance — but fellow star Vince Gill had a surprise of his own. Before launching into his song ‘The Red Words,’ the ‘Threaten Me With Heaven’ singer told the audience, which was full of radio personnel, that he was performing that day as a thank you to radio, since he is no longer an MCA recording artist (part of UMG).

Vince Gill Feels 'Completely Energized' Musically Following Release of 'Guitar Slinger'

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 19:00:48 +0000

Vince Gill recently released his latest album, ‘Guitar Slinger,’ which is the first collection of new tunes from the singer and guitar genius in five long years. Gill recently revealed some reasons as to why fans had to wait so long for new material. “I had to practice,” Gill tells People of the reason for [...]

Vince Gills Joins Wife Amy Grant to Sing 'Breath of Heaven' on 'CMA Country Christmas'

Billy Dukes — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 04:05:30 +0000

The Vince Gill/Amy Grant marriage showed no signs of strain after Gill’s earlier indiscretion with Miss Piggy at the ‘CMA Country Christmas’ special on ABC. The two turned in one of the more intimate performances of the evening, singing Grant’s ‘Breath of Heaven.’

Vince Gill Gets Too Close to Miss Piggy for 'Baby It's Cold Outside' on 'CMA Country Christmas'

Billy Dukes — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 02:56:27 +0000

Miss Piggy was looking to nab herself a Big Vinny at the ‘CMA Country Christmas’ special on ABC on Thursday night. Piggy and Vince Gill’s steamy performance of ‘Baby It’s Cold Outside’ ended in a PG-13 rated makeout session … with Gill’s wife watching from offstage.

Vince Gill Reveals Gym Teacher Attempted to Molest Him at Age 12

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 03:38:56 +0000

The recent Penn State sex abuse scandal has been a constant in national news headlines over the past few weeks. Due to the ubiquitous story, country singer Vince Gill was reminded of a situation in his past where he was a near victim of sexual abuse.

Vince Gill Makes Out With A Pig! [VIDEO]

Ricky Woods — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:15:33 +0000

Last week, a ton of Country stars gathered to perform for the upcoming CMA Country Christmas special. Well, someone invited Miss Piggy and I hear things got a little steamy between the sultry sow and Vince Gill during their performance of "Baby, It's Cold Outside".

Vince Gill, Keith Urban + Brad Paisley Honor Glen Campbell at 2011 CMA Awards

Amanda Hensel — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:24:03 +0000

Today’s country music wouldn’t be what it is without the iconic stars that led the way, like Glen Campbell, who changed the face of the industry with a string of Top 10 hits in the 1960s and ’70s. Realizing his greatness, Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Brad Paisley took the stage at the 2011 CMA Awards to honor the legend, who announced in June that he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Scotty McCreery, Sugarland + More to Perform on 'CMA Country Christmas'

Amanda Hensel — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:18:51 +0000

We can’t think of a better way to spend the holiday season than with a full lineup of country’s hottest stars, and on December 1, we’ll have the pleasure of inviting Scotty McCreery, Lauren Alaina, Sugarland, Brad Paisley and more into our homes via our television screens. The ‘CMA Country Christmas’ event will air on ABC at 8PM ET that evening, but will be recorded live from Nashville a few weeks earlier.

Brad Paisley, Vince Gill, Sheryl Crow, and More Featured on New Album Honoring Mark Twain

Jeff Giles — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:16:53 +0000

It’s arriving a year too late to commemorate the true anniversary of the occasion, but a new double-disc collection has brought together some of country and rock’s biggest names to honor Mark Twain 100 years after his death.

The set, titled ‘Mark Twain: Words & Music,’ features contributions from Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Brad Paisley, Sheryl Crow, Ricky Skaggs, Joe Diffie, Clint Eastwood, and Jimmy Buffett, among many others.

Vince Gill and Sting Make Beautiful Music Together on the Next CMT Crossroads [VIDEO]

Ricky Woods — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:07:53 +0000

CMT Crossroads is a music program that pairs two artists from different genres with, almost always, amazing results. The next pairing will be Sting and Vince Gill who will perform their classic hits and songs from both of their new releases. But this is not the first time these two have performed together - they once paid tribute to The Beatles.

Vince Gill Celebrates 20 Years in the Grand Ole Opry

Jeff Giles — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:56:00 +0000

His youthful tenor never seems to age, so it’s hard to believe Vince Gill has been making music for decades. In fact, he released the first of his 12 solo albums, ‘Turn Me Loose,’ way back in 1984.

Since then, Gill has charted more than 40 singles, sold more than 22 million records and won 20 Grammys. At this point, he’s running out of milestones — but there was still one left for him to celebrate on Saturday, when he marked 20 years as a member of the Grand Ole Opry.

Vince Gill, Wife Amy Grant, and Three of His Kids Appear on His New Album [VIDEO]

Dave McCord — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:50:57 +0000

After a four-year layoff, Vince Gill is ready to come back with some new music -- and he's got company.

For the new release, which will be Gill's 13th studio release and first since 2006's sprawling, four-disc collection 'These Days,' Gill retreated to his new home studio -- and invited a few "familiar" guests, including his wife, Amy Grant, and several of his children.