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NRG Stadium in Houston, also home to the world's largest stock show and rodeo, came in at No.1.

"American Idol" judges Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Luke Bryan got super emotional after this touching audition. Needless to say, this young talent is going to Hollywood.

The stars come out to honor Richie, the 2022 recipient of the Library of Congress's 2022 Gershwin Prize for Popular Song.

Dolly Parton is hosting the ACM Awards on March 7, 2022. Here's how to watch and stream the Academy of Country Music Awards 2022.

Morgan Wallen won album of the year at the Academy of Country Music Awards for “Dangerous: The Double Album,” a year after he was removed from the ACMs ballot after he was caught on camera using a racial slur.

The 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards are making fans unleash their fury on social media.

Dolly Parton, Jimmie Allen and Gabby Barrett will be pulling double duty with special performances on top of their hosting duties at this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards.

The American Idol judge Luke Bryan promises to bring all the energy to his 2022 Las Vegas Residency.

Luke Bryan's new song "Up" is quickly climbing the charts and has fans raving. These exclusive behind-the-scenes photos get a closer look at the making of the music video.

Singer Luke Bryan shared that he's on vocal rest until further notice. After cheering on his favorite football team, the country music star is staying optimistic.

Underwood's husband, former pro hockey star Mike Fisher, supported Aaron Rodgers' decision not to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Reba McEntire was a stellar host at last year's CMA Awards, but she's not returning and we've got the details on why. Now it's Luke Bryan's time to shine.

Here's everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 55th annual CMA Awards on November 10.

The 55th CMA Awards announced its official list of presenters and the lineup has fans talking. From familiar faces to unexpected artist, this year will be unique.

Chris Stapleton won the most trophies, but Luke Combs won the biggest one at the Country Music Association Awards.

Doctor Mike joins Good Day Philadelphia to discuss the latest in health headlines.

Luke Bryan shared his epic story of how he won $60,000 while on a break in Vegas ahead of his residency where he'll headline at Resorts World Las Vegas.

"I knew his voice, and I was like, 'Okay, this is happening,'" Courtney Potts said when Bryan approached her.

Two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year winner, Luke Bryan is officially your host for the 2021 CMA Awards. As the first solo host in history, fans are excited to see what's in store.

'American Idol' judge Luke Bryan paid tribute to Cyndi Lauper as he and Runaway June sang Lauper's iconic "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" while on tour.

Country star Luke Bryan is stepping into a new role as host of the CMA Awards this year.

'American Idol' judge and country singer Luke Bryan shared an emotional Instagram video from his 2021 Farm Tour that has fans commenting like crazy.

'American Idol' judge Luke Bryan walked his niece Jordan Cheshire down the aisle for her wedding and one moment went completely viral.

He recalled an emotional fan interaction in his new 'Dirt Road Diary' docu-series, and fans were quick to offer support.

Luke Bryan announced his new 2021 Farm Tour that begins September 9 with special guests, including Dylan Scott, Peach Pickers, Whitney Duncan and DJ Rock.

Country star Luke Bryan paid tribute to his late brother in his new song, and fans were quick to offer messages of support.

The country music star opened up about finding purpose after a string of devastating family losses.

The annual CMT Awards are taking place on June 9, and country's biggest stars are coming out to perform. Here's all details, including how to watch.

Carrie Underwood has extended her record as the most decorated artist in the history of the CMT Music Awards — thanks to her song “Hallelujah.”.

"American Idol" has crowned a winner. After the show, the judges reacted to Graham DeFranco giving a surprise duet with Sheryl Crow.

Hayek said she was in isolation for seven weeks and needed oxygen.

The final four "American Idol" contestants are leaving it all on the stage — though one contestant was notably absent from this week's episode.

"American Idol" offered a Mother's Day show that likely left fans tear-eyed and calling their moms. Here's what happened, plus post-show details.

"American Idol" returned Sunday with a Disney songbook night and the top 7 contestants were revealed with Arthur Gunn making a comeback.

The Academy of County Music honors drew a record-low audience, joining other awards shows also finding dwindling viewer interest.

Carrie Underwood brought the Academy of Country Music Awards to church.

Keith Urban and Mickey Guyton will have a small audience at this year's Academy of Country Music Awards show on Sunday of vaccinated medical workers.

Luke Bryan says he’s tested positive for COVID-19.

The Weeknd, Megan Thee Stallion and Roddy Ricch are among the top nominees for next month’s iHeartRadio Music Awards.

Morris and Stapleton lead the nominations for this year's Academy of Country Music Awards. The academy announced on Friday that Morris and Stapleton both had six nominations ahead of the April 18 awards show, which will air on CBS from Nashville, Tennessee. (AP Photo)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Maren Morris and Chris Stapleton are the leading nominees for the Academy of Country Music Awards, but only Stapleton joined the all-male ballot for the top prize of entertainer of the year. The academy announced on Friday that Morris and Stapleton both had six nominations ahead of the April 18 awards show, which will air on CBS from Nashville, Tennessee. AdMiranda Lambert, who is already the most nominated artist in ACM history, stretched her streak with five nominations.

In this video image provided by CMT, Carrie Underwood accepts the female of the year award for Drinking Alone during the Country Music Television awards airing on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. (CMT via AP)

In this video image provided by CMT, Carrie Underwood accepts the female of the year award for Drinking Alone during the Country Music Television awards airing on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020. (CMT via AP)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Carrie Underwood already had the most CMT Music Awards of any artist, but she'll need to make more room on her shelf. The superstar picked up two more trophies for video of the year and female video of the year in a remotely shot awards show. "I am so proud to be a part of this legacy of women in country music with you. Singer Granger Smith won for his on-the-nose music video called “Don't Cough On Me!"

Carrie Underwood accepts the entertainer of the year award in a tie with Thomas Rhett during the 55th annual Academy of Country Music Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

This combination photo shows, from left, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett and Carrie Underwood, nominees for entertainer of the year at the 55th ACM Awards. (AP Photo)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – In a pre-pandemic world, the Academy of Country Music Awards advertised itself as country music’s night to party with gambling, after-parties and a Las Vegas-style attitude. This year the red carpet, crowds and gambling are all r eplaced with COVID-19 tests, temperature checks and face masks. Swift, who makes her first return to the ACM stage in seven years, was the last female artist to win ACM entertainer of the year in 2011. “I certainly believe that she’s been an entertainer of all entertainers and brought so much grace and class and elegance to country music,” said Bryan.

This combination photo shows country singers, from left, Luke Bryan, Kane Brown and Mickey Guyton who will perform at this year's ACM Awards in Nashville. (AP Photo)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – At the Academy of Country Music Awards on Wednesday, there won’t be fake fans, canned applause or pre-taped acceptance speeches. After a five-month delay due to the coronavirus pandemic, the awards show wants to bring the live television experience back again. The 55th annual ACM Awards, normally held in April in Las Vegas, were delayed this year and moved to Nashville, Tennessee, for the first time. “I don’t know if it’s gonna look like an NFL Draft night when we hand out the awards,” Urban said laughing.

This cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)

This cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. It lands on HBO and HBO Max on Saturday at 8 p.m.— AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Piano-playing pop star Alicia Keys is putting out her seventh album on Friday. — Kim Cattrall is at the center of Fox’s “Filthy Rich,” a prime-time soap opera loaded with money and betrayal that debuts 9 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 21.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country-turned-pop star Taylor Swift is coming back to her roots with a performance at this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards. The nine-time ACM award winner will perform from the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, where the awards show will be broadcast Wednesday on CBS. Swift will perform “betty” from her new album “Folklore,” which has held the top spot on for six weeks on the Billboard 200 Albums chart. 6 on Billboard's Hot Country song chart. This marks the first time in seven years that the two-time ACM entertainer of the year has performed at this awards show and will be her world premiere performance for any song from her “Folklore” album.

This combination photo shows, from left, Carrie Underwood, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert, who were nominated for Entertainer of the Year for the 54th Annual CMA Awards on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020.

The CMAs announced Tuesday that Lambert earned seven nominations. She's followed by Luke Combs, who continues his streak of success as one of country musics biggest streaming artists with six nominations, including his first for entertainer of the year. Combs earned his first all-genre No. Carrie Underwood joins Combs and Lambert in the entertainer of the year category, along with Keith Urban and Eric Church. Other top nominees include Maren Morris, who scored five nominations including song and single of the year for her love song, The Bones."

NEW YORK Apple Music is launching several new radio shows hosted by A-list musical acts, including Snoop Dogg, Shania Twain and Carrie Underwood. The streaming service announced that it will debut two new radio stations Tuesday: Apple Music Hits, focused on popular songs of the 80s, 90s and 2000s, as well as Apple Music Country, dedicated to the country music genre. Both channels will have daily on-air hosts but will also include several shows hosted by well-known musicians. Apple Music Hits will include shows hosted by Snoop Dogg, Twain, Alanis Morissette, Backstreet Boys, Meghan Trainor, Ciara, blink-182s Mark Hoppus and Huey Lewis. Apple Music also announced Tuesday that its popular Beats 1 radio station featuring shows hosted by Billie Eilish, Elton John and Lil Wayne will be renamed to Apple Music 1.

SAN ANTONIO No need to wait in a long line this year to try to become the next American Idol. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, auditions will take place virtually and Texas auditions are scheduled for Aug. 22. America Idol': Katy Perry and Luke Bryan join Lionel Richie for historic performance of We Are the World'If you are interested you must sign up on the American Idol website and reserve a time slot. Once registered, be sure you have a Zoom account because, on the day of the audition, you will be provided a link to get in. Apple music launching shows with Snoop Dogg, Shania TwainAnd if you miss out on the Texas auditions this weekend -- no worries -- you can register to audition on any date that works for you.

This cover image released by Capitol Records Nashville shows "Born Here Live Here Die Here" by Luke Bryan, out on Friday. If you want to keep the warm feelings going, the good-natured Peanut Butter Falcon hits Amazon Video on Thursday as well. AP Film Writer Lindsey BahrMUSICCountry superstar Luke Bryan is looking to his roots on his seventh album. From the safety of his Georgia homes man cave, Foxworthy visits everyday people to check out their potentially valuable heirlooms, pop-culture keepsakes and such. AP Television Writer Lynn Elber___Catch up on APs entertainment coverage here: https://apnews.com/apf-entertainmen t.

After a long, dramatic pause and tension-filled commercial break Seacrest revealed that the new American Idol champion is...... Just Sam! "When [Ryan] said 'Our next American Idol is...' I was like, 'Congratulations Arthur,' in my head," Sam recalled with a laugh. "It says so much about how far American Idol has come and how the American public are rooting for the underdog and still believe in the American dream." Congrats to the new American Idol season 18 champ! RELATED CONTENT:Why Katy Perry Says 'American Idol's At-Home Finale Will Be 'Bittersweet'Pregnant Katy Perry Reveals What Makes Her Baby Kick While Judging 'American Idol'Katy Perry on 'American Idol's New 'Historic' Remote Episode Amid QuarantineRyan Seacrest Is Using the Original American Idol Judges Table to Host Show From His Home

Country music star Luke Bryan coming to San Antonio in the fallMusician Luke Bryan attends the 49th annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 4, 2015, in Nashville, Tennessee. Musician Luke Bryan attends the 49th annual CMA Awards at the Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 4, 2015, in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo: Jon Kopaloff, Getty Images Photo: Jon Kopaloff, Getty Images Image 1 of / 63 Caption Close Country music star Luke Bryan coming to San Antonio in the fall 1 / 63 Back to GalleryCountry fans have the chance to crash Luke Bryan's party and he'll have you knocking boots when the singer makes his way to the Alamodome next fall. READ ALSO: Alternative rock bad Deftones is coming to San AntonioNot many details have been announced for the San Antonio concert. Bryan announced his tour in January and San Antonio isn't included in the officials tour dates.

SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio country fans will be shouting “Play It Again” when Luke Bryan visits in the fall. The country star on Friday announced his “Proud To Be Right Here” tour, which includes a stop at the Alamodome on Oct. 3. Morgan Wallen, who just played the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, is the supporting act. Lineup announced for 4-day Tejano Music Awards Fan Fair at SA’s Market SquareTickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. March 13 at livenation.com and the Alamodome box office. Bryan is known for his hits “I Don’t Want This Night to End,” “Crash My Party” and “Kick the Dust Up.”

Katy Perry's fellowAmerican Idoljudges are huge fans of her music -- but her motorcycle hobby? The 35-year-old singer got her motorcycle license ahead of her new music video for "Harleys in Hawaii," and couldn't have been more excited. "I had done the four-day course, but I had never like, actually hopped on a Harley [before filming the music video]," Perry gleefully revealed. "She took a four-day course and she comes to me and she says, 'I'm going to leave on my motorcycle,'" Richie said, with the horror adorably displayed all over his face. RELATED CONTENT:Katy Perry Shares Rare Pic With Fiance Orlando Bloom While Celebrating Her Birthday in EgyptKaty Perry Has Steamy Romance in 'Harleys in Hawaii' Music Video

Luke Bryan has another prestigious trophy to add to his accolades. Rarely do we let interruptions happen during the #Opry broadcast, but when we do, it's because @ACMawards is presenting @LukeBryanOnline with ALBUM OF THE DECADE for "Crash My Party!" pic.twitter.com/QjUj3Tq7nz Grand Ole Opry (@opry) October 23, 2019Crash My Party was Bryan's fourth album, which managed to reach No. According to a press release, the ACM Album of the Decade Award "recognizes an album that has impacted country music over the decade. The factors considered include success at radio of singles released from album, album concept, commercial media, sales and streaming, artistic merit and ACM Award recognition."

"Katy and I were actually crying [while] watching [an audition]" Seacrest said of a mother who patiently waited for her chance to sing for the stars. "That's what this American Idol is about," Perry explained. "She came to collect it," added Richie, with Perry saying, "And she's going to Hollywood!" Season three of American Idol is expected to premiere in early 2020. RELATED CONTENT:Ryan Seacrest Officially Returns as 'American Idol' HostOriginal 'American Idol' Judges Reunite With Kelly Clarkson, Talk Working Together AgainLauren Alaina Shares How Competing on 'American Idol' Differs From 'Dancing With the Stars' (Exclusive)

Luke Bryan and Cedric the Entertainer are teaming up to bring comedy, music and joy to TV through a very exciting new event show. What they didn't know was that Bryan was in town on tour, and the celebrated singer crashed their rehearsals. "These guys have no idea that I'm here and they've been rehearsing hard so let's surprise them," Bryan says in an exclusive clip from the upcoming special. Lip Sync To The Rescue airs Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and CBS All Access. RELATED CONTENT:Luke Bryan Crashes Kelsea Ballerini's Interview to Share the Cutest Message!

American Idol will be bringing back Katy Perry, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie for its third season on ABC, but one name synonymous with the franchise was noticeably missing. So, why isn't longtime host Ryan Seacrest confirmed yet? American Idol will return in spring 2020 on ABC. RELATED CONTENT:Ryan Seacrest Not Yet Confirmed to Return to 'American Idol' Next Season'Bachelor's Ashley I. & Jared Haibon Reveal an 'American Idol' Alum Will Sing at Their Wedding (Exclusive)Carrie Underwood Celebrates 'American Idol' Anniversary With Throwback Pic: 'You Can't Cry Pretty'

Luke Bryan or Miranda Lambert? Here are the most searched Academy of Country Music Entertainers of the Year, organized by state.