Blake Shelton’s 2013 album, Based On A True Story. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Records.

Blake Shelton tops GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown this week with his latest video, “Boys ‘Round Here.” Tim McGraw‘s “Highway Don’t Care” (with Taylor Swift and featuring Keith Urban) and Thompson Square’s “If I Didn’t Have You” round out the Top 3 while new videos from Lady Antebellum and Pistol Annies make their countdown debuts at No. 16 and No. 17.

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In honor of Memorial Day, GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown went to Fort Campbell army base in Clarksville, Tennessee. Craig Morgan, a proud Army Veteran, joined host Nan Kelley for the visit where she chatted with recent Silver Star recipient SFC Matthew Loheide and S.O.A.R. program founder MSG Michael Byers. Nan and Craig also visited the Don F. Pratt Museum, which chronicles the history of the 101^st Airborne Division. Check times for re-airs »

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This Week’s Chart:

1. Blake Shelton – “Boys ‘Round Here”
2. Tim McGraw w/Taylor Swift ft. Keith Urban – “Highway Don’t Care”
3. Thompson Square – “If I Didn’t Have You”
4. Katie Armiger – “Playing With Fire”
5. Miranda Lambert – “Mama’s Broken Heart”
6. Taylor Swift – “22”
7. Blake Shelton – “Sure Be Cool If You Did”
8. The Band Perry – “DONE”
9. Lady Antebellum – “Downtown”
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Keith Urban photo courtesy of Capitol Nashville.

Keith Urban penned “For You” for the movie Act of Valor, which was inspired by real-life events and stars a group of active-duty Navy SEALS.  Keith was able to spend time with SEALS featured in the movie and learn about their deep, unique bond.

“They have a mantra, and they say ‘the only easy day was yesterday’ and they have this spirit of brotherhood,” he says. “That’s a particular thing that’s very specific to the Seals,” he said. “Military in general have this very strong brotherhood code.” Continue Reading

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Thompson Square photo by Joseph Anthony Baker, courtesy of Dashboard Media.

There’s a new No. 1 on GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown this week! Thompson Square takes the top spot with their latest video, “If I Didn’t Have You.” Katie Armiger, Miranda Lambert and two Blake Shelton videos round out the Top 5 while Tim McGraw‘s “Highway Don’t Care” (with Taylor Swift and featuring Keith Urban) debuts at No. 6 on the chart.

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Plus, host Nan Kelley hit the road this week to hang out with the one and only Dolly Parton at her celebrated theme park for a day full of fun! It’s always unpredictable when Dolly is around! Check times for re-airs »

And don’t forget, it’s your last chance to enter to win $20,000 in our Top 20 for $20,000 Sweepstakes! Enter daily and watch Top 20 for the answer to this week’s trivia question to be entered to win our weekly $5,000 drawing!

Want to re-watch some of your favorite interviews? Head over to our Top 20 section for videos, photos and more! You can also catch Top 20 Extras, cast your votes and take a look at the current chart to see where your favorite videos land. Visit our Top 20 section »

This Week’s Chart:

1. Thompson Square – “If I Didn’t Have You”
2. Katie Armiger – “Playing With Fire”
3. Blake Shelton – “Boys ‘Round Here”
4. Miranda Lambert – “Mama’s Broken Heart”
5. Blake Shelton – “Sure Be Cool If You Did”
6. Tim McGraw w/Taylor Swift ft. Keith Urban – “Highway Don’t Care”
7. Tate Stevens – “Power Of A Love Song”
8. Lady Antebellum – “Downtown”
9. The Band Perry – “DONE”
10. Taylor Swift – “22” Continue Reading

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Tim McGraw photo courtesy of the ACM.

Fans can catch Tim McGraw and some of his superstar friends this Sunday, May 19, when he hosts and performs in ACM PRESENTS: Tim McGraw’s Superstar Summer. The special airs on CBS at 9/8C.

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The two-hour concert event features Tim performing songs from his latest album, Two Lanes of Freedom. Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Brantley Gilbert, Faith Hill, Keith Urban, Florida Georgia Line with Nelly, Lady Antebellum and The Band Perry also perform. The special will also feature duets and collaborations with John Fogerty, Taylor Swift, Ne-Yo and Pitbull.

Ticket proceeds from the live event went to ACM Lifting Lives, which works to improve lives through the power of music. For more information about ACM Lifting Lives, visit http://www.acmliftinglives.org.

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Tim McGraw photo courtesy of The Green Room.

Fans can catch Tim McGraw along with some of his superstar friends this Sunday, May 19, when he helps kick off the 2013 touring season in ACM PRESENTS: Tim McGraw’s Superstar Summer. The special airs on CBS at 9/8C.

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The two-hour concert event features Tim performing songs from his latest album, Two Lanes of Freedom. Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Brantley Gilbert, Faith Hill, Keith Urban, Florida Georgia Line with Nelly, Lady Antebellum and The Band Perry also perform. The special will also feature duets and collaborations with John Fogerty, Taylor Swift, Ne-Yo and Pitbull.

Watch Tim’s interview about ACM Lifting Lives and what you can expect to see in the show:

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Tim McGraw photo courtesy of the ACM.

ACM Lifting Lives has announced their May “My Cause” web feature will spotlight charities chosen by the artists performing on ACM PRESENTS: Tim McGraw’s Superstar Summer Night, which airs Sunday, May 19 on CBS at 8/7C. Each artist was given the opportunity to select a charity of their choice to receive a $10,000 donation from ACM Lifting Lives.

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Artists participating include Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, The Band Perry, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Faith Hill and more. See a full list of artists and their charities below with links to watch the ‘My Cause’ videos from each artist, sharing more about their charities as well as information on how to donate. Continue Reading

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Keith Urban at the We’re All for the Hall benefit for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, April 10, 2012 in Nashville. Photos by Donn Jones Photography, courtesy of Rubin Media.

Yesterday Keith Urban released “Little Bit of Everything,” the lead single from his upcoming album, through country radio and his official Keith Urban app. He will perform the song live on American Idol this Thursday, May 16, at 8/7C on FOX.

“‘Little Bit Of Everything’ conveys a sentiment that’s always felt right to me,” Keith said of the single. “I connected with that from the first time I heard it. I ‘felt it’ and I loved it.”

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Kellie Pickler photo by Kristin Barlowe, courtesy of Essential Broadcast Media.

Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts and Keith Urban, as well as Lennon and Maisy Stella from ABC’s Nashville are all set to perform as the Grand Ole Opry kicks off its CMA Music Festival Week with two star-studded shows on June 4. Lee Brice and Tyler Farr will perform earlier in the afternoon during an Opry Plaza Party.

Other Opry performances during CMA Music Festival include the celebration of Carrie Underwood’s 5^th anniversary as an Opry member on June 7. Mel Tillis and Charley Pride plus many more are also set for the June lineup. Continue Reading

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Country music stars sure love Twitter! This week, Pistol Annies celebrate, Kip Moore has some fun with Florida Georgia Line’s new single, “Round Here,” Martina McBride shares a family moment and Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman dine before Keith sits in with The Rolling Stones. Here are our picks for this week’s Top 10 Country Tweets Of The Week:

Pistol Annies photo courtesy of Twitter.com/mirandalambert

Miranda Lambert – MirandaLambert: Yes.. That’s right folks! Pistol Annies officially have a GOLD album! What a great week! #annieup

Carrie Underwood – CarrieUnderwood: Goodness gracious! From now on, any time I say I have good news, I’m going to have to follow it up with the hashtag #NoImNotPregnant sheesh!

Joe Bonsall of The Oak Ridge Boys – JoeBonsall: “Walgreens “What is your relationship to Mary?” “I do whatever she says!” “Husband then?”

Photo courtesy of Twitter.com/KipMooreMusic

Kip Moore - KipMooreMusic: @FLAGALine that’s how we dry round here Continue Reading

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Tim McGraw photo by Nigel Parry, courtesy of The Green Room.

Tim McGraw and Taylor Swift are a young girl’s guardian angels in their breathtaking new video, “Highway Don’t Care,” featuring Keith Urban on guitar. The mini movie tells the story of a heartbroken girl who gets behind the wheel. Driving along a rural two lane highway, she reaches for her cell phone to text, resulting in a horrific accident.

Footage of Keith playing guitar filters in and out as Taylor’s presence rides along with the girl, her image appearing in the backseat and rear view mirror. Tim is shown at his upscale condo, working out and getting dressed while anxiously checking his cell phone. In an unexpected turn, it’s revealed that Tim is actually a trauma doctor and it’s down to him to save the young girl’s life.

Does she live or die? Watch the video below to find out:

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