Charles Esten News

Singer Songwriter Wyclef Jean will guest star on the January 9th episode of ABC's new drama series NASHVILLE.

Relive your favorite moments and get caught up on all the romantic intrigue -- and America's hottest soundtrack -- from the series critics agree is one of the top new shows of the 2012-13 season, on "Nashville: The Whole Story," a special airing WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 (10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

ABC Music Lounge's "Nashville"-inspired docu-web series, "On the Record," is live at www.abc.com/musiclounge with the original song, "Sideshow," co-written by songwriters Aaron Scherz and Brad Turi and performed by Charles Esten as Deacon Claybourne. "Sideshow" is featured on the much anticipated soundtrack for the show, which is available today on iTunes and http://abc.go.com/music-lounge/.

Big Machine Records releases the soundtrack for ABC Television's new hit drama "NASHVILLE" today, 12/11. The project features new music from the cast - Connie Britton, Hayden Panettiere, Charles Esten, Jonathan Jackson, CLARE BOWEN and Sam Palladio - who perform in each episode. Over 500,000 digital downloads from the breakout series have been sold to date.

Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood are the 2012 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR, it was announced during the premiere of the 90-minute special hosted by country super group Rascal Flatts and 'Nashville' actress Hayden Panettiere. Check out performances from the show below!

Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood are the 2012 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR, it was announced earlier this evening during the premiere of the 90-minute special hosted by country super group Rascal Flatts and 'Nashville' actress Hayden Panettiere.

Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood are the 2012 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR, it was announced earlier this evening during the premiere of the 90-minute special hosted by country super group Rascal Flatts and "Nashville" actress Hayden Panettiere. These seven country music superstars were honored by some of the biggest names in entertainment during an exclusive night of wall-to-wall performances and special appearances. 2012 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR is now available on CMT.com and will re-air on Sunday, December 9 at 9:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Tuesday, December 11 at 12:00 a.m. All times are ET/PT.

ABC Music Lounge's "Nashville"-inspired docu-web series, "On the Record," is live at http://www.abc.com/musiclounge'www.abc.com/musiclounge with two new original songs to be featured in the December 5 episode

On tonight's episode of the ABC drama series NASHVILLE titled 'Where He Leads Me', Rayna needs to take a look at what's really important to her after hearing Teddy's side of the story about Peggy. Get a sneak peek below!

"Where He Leads Me" - Rayna needs to take a look at what's really important to her after hearing Teddy's side of the story about Peggy; Juliette feels a sense of belonging with Sean's family that she has never experienced before; Gunnar risks his partnership with Scarlett when he confesses his feelings; and music producer Dominic Wells invites Avery to Atlanta to work together while Deacon gets an amazing offer to tour -- but both opportunities come with a price -- on "Nashville," WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5 (10:00-11:00 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

ABC Music Lounge's "Nashville"-inspired docu-web series, "On the Record," is live at www.abc.com/musiclounge with the new original song, "Wrong Song," written by songwriters Sonya Isaacs, Jimmy Yeary and Marv Green and performed by Connie Britton (Rayna Jaymes) and Hayden Panettiere (Juliette Barnes).

Kimberly Williams-Paisley is set to become a series regular on ABC's breakway country-musical hit NASHVILLE, Deadline reported this evening.

Check out a first look at NASHVILLE's upcoming episode, 'Lovesick Blues,' set to air Nov. 28 on ABC!

On tonight's episode of the new ABC drama series NASHVILLE titled 'You're Gonna Change (or I'm Gonna Leave)', Rayna wants to change her sound and seeks out the help of a highly successful music producer, Liam McGuinnis, played by Michiel Huison ('Treme'). Get a sneak peek below!

Big Machine Records will release the soundtrack for ABC Television's new hit drama "NASHVILLE" on 12/11.

As Deadline reported tonight, ABC has picked up country musical drama NASHVILLE for a full season.

Check out a first look at NASHVILLE's upcoming episode, 'Lovesick Blues,' set to air on ABC on Nov. 28!

ABC Music Lounge is releasing two new original songs this week from "Nashville." The first single is "Yellin' from the Rooftop," written by songwriter Michael James Ryan Busbee and American Country singer Sarah Buxton, performed by Hayden Panettiere (Juliette Barnes). The second single is "Buried Under," written by Chris DeStefano and performed by Connie Britton (Rayna Jaymes). Both songs are now available online for download on iTunes and http://abc.go.com/music-lounge/.

On this week's episode of the new ABC drama series NASHVILLE titled 'Move It on Over', Rayna considers moving on after Deacon starts to set boundaries in their relationship. Get a sneak peek below!

TRUE BLOOD's Daniel Buran has reportedly landed a role on ABC's musical drama NASHVILLE, The Hollywood Reporter announced this evening.