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She rose to prominence after winning the fourth season of American Idol in 2005. Her single "Inside Your Heaven" made her the only country artist to debut atop the Billboard Hot 100 chart and the only solo country artist in the 2000s to have a number-one song on the Hot 100. Her debut album, Some Hearts (2005), was bolstered by the successful crossover singles "Jesus, Take the Wheel" and "Before He Cheats", becoming the best-selling solo female debut album in country music history. She won three Grammy Awards for the album, including Best New Artist. The next studio album, Carnival Ride (2007) had one of the biggest opening weeks of all time by a female artist and won two Grammy Awards. Her third studio album, Play On (2009), was preceded by the single "Cowboy Casanova", which had one of the biggest single-week upward movements on the Hot 100.

She achieved the second best-selling release by a woman in 2012 and won a Grammy Award with her fourth album, Blown Away (2012). Her compilation Greatest Hits: Decade#1 (2014) spawned the crossover single "Something in the Water". Her fifth studio album, Storyteller (2015), made her the only country artist to have all first five studio albums reach either numbers one or two on the Billboard 200 chart. With her sixth album, Cry Pretty (2018), she became the only woman to top the Billboard 200 with four country albums and had the biggest week for any album by a woman in 2018. She released her first Christmas project, My Gift, in 2020, and first gospel collection, My Savior, in 2021, to critical acclaim. Her 2022 studio album, Denim & Rhinestones, marked a return to her country pop sound.

Underwood has sold 70 million records worldwide. She is the seventh highest-certified female artist and the highest-certified female country artist of all time on the RIAA's Top Artists (Digital Singles) ranking, also being the female artist with the most number-one entries (16) on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Her accolades include eight Grammy Awards, 12 Billboard Music Awards, 17 American Music Awards, five Guinness World Records and inductions into the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry. Billboard ranked her the top female country artist of the 2000s and 2010s, and Some Hearts the top country album of the 2000s. Rolling Stone applauded her as "the female vocalist of her generation in any genre", Time listed her as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2014 and Forbes declared her the most successful American Idol winner. Outside of music, Underwood has ventured into fashion and writing, releasing her fitness clothing line CALIA by Carrie in 2015 and the New York Times best-selling fitness and lifestyle book Find Your Path in 2020.

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NEXT TO NORMAL Comes to Houston Broadway Theatre This Summer

Houston Broadway Theatre has announced the staging of the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical, 'Next to Normal,' by Brian Yorkey from July 26-28, 2024, at Zilkha Hall within The Hobby Center.

Photos: Carrie Underwood Celebrates Birthday Weekend With Special Surprise

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. Check out photos!

Photos: Carrie Underwood Returns With More REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency Shows

8-time GRAMMY® Award winner, country music superstar, and Resorts World Theatre’s first-ever resident headliner, Carrie Underwood, celebrated an unforgettable return to the stage last night with her critically acclaimed headlining production, REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency. Check out the photos now!

Dolly Parton to Release GOOD LOOKIN' COOKIN' Book With Rachel Parton George

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, and more.

Carrie Underwood to Celebrate Her Birthday In Vegas This Month

Catch Carrie Underwood back on stage at Resorts World Las Vegas in March 2024. Celebrate the superstar's birthday with limited-time property-wide activations presented by AEG. Underwood will return to the stage at Resorts World Theatre with six shows in March 2024 and 24 shows in 2024 following the extension of REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency.

54 SINGS GUILTY PLEASURES Takes the Stage At 54 Below This Month

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Chilina Kennedy and Constantine Maroulis Will Lead Reading of ALL THE RAGE Musical

A one-night-only reading of the musical All The Rage will be held as part of Spark Theatre Festival this March. The reading will star Broadway's Chilina Kennedy and Constantine Maroulis.

WHISPER DARKLY Concept Album Featuring Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More Out Now

The concept album of the new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly is available in digial and streaming formats now.

Video: Watch Taylor Swift Play Maria in THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Resurfaced Footage

After photos of the Taylor Swift playing Sandy in Grease surfaced earlier this year, new videos of the GRAMMY-winner playing Maria in a youth production of The Sound of Music is gaining traction on TikTok. Swift played the role in a childrens production at Berks Youth Theatre Academy, where she also played Kim McAfee in Bye, Bye Birdie.

Tiffany Woys Releases Brand-New Track 'I'm Your Woman'

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 song marks her first cut as a songwriter.

Keith Urban Releases New Song 'Straight Line'

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.

Centre Stage Presents a Country-Inspired Rock Show ROCKIN' BOOTS

Rockin' Boots: A Centre Stage Original Revue Show featuring the top Country hits of the century. Join us for a dancin' evening from March 14-30, 2024.

Sarah Jarosz Releases New Album 'Polaroid Lovers'

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 sound that never sacrifices Jarosz's gorgeous voice.

Rita Ora Releases 'Shape of Me' Featuring Keith Urban

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. Watch the video!

AMERICAN IDOL Alum Haven Madison Releases 'Sky Up' From Forthcoming EP

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iHeartRadio Announces 2024 Music Awards Nominations, Led By Taylor Swift

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, Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, and more.

Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More to Star in Immersive Musical WHISPER DARKLY Concept Cast Album

The new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly – the first musical written in the retro-inspired genre – will release a concept cast album on Friday, February 23. Learn more about how to pre-save the music here!

Maddie & Tae Announce 'Here's To Friends' Tour For Spring 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

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TuneIn To Offer Listeners The Ultimate Soundtrack For The Holiday Season With Eight New (And Free) Stations

TuneIn offers listeners a festive holiday soundtrack with eight new and free stations featuring holiday hits from various genres and star-studded programming. Celebrate the season with Mariah Carey, Bing Crosby, Garth Brooks, and more.

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