American Idol Contestant Doug Kiker and Luke Bryan; Photo by ABC/Eliza Morse

Alabama Garbage Man’s ‘American Idol’ Audition Leaves Judges Emotional

Posted on February 16, 2020

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Lauren Jo Black

https://youtu.be/LfeXu26peJU The season 18 premiere of American Idol showcased auditions from a number of incredibly talented individuals, including 27-year-old Doug…

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Alabama Forced To Postpone Remaining Dates Of 50th Anniversary Tour

Posted on August 22, 2019

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Lauren Jo Black

On-going health concerns have forced Alabama to postpone the remainder of the band’s 50th Anniversary Tour. The award-winning band shared…

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Rachel Wammack Weds Noah Purcell; Photos by @BrasspennyPhotography

Rachel Wammack Says ‘I Do’ In Muscle Shoals, Alabama

Posted on August 4, 2019

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Lauren Jo Black

RCA Records Nashville’s Rachel Wammack is officially a married woman. The “Damage” singer wed Noah Purcell in an intimate ceremony…

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Alabama To Be Inducted Into Musicians Hall Of Fame

Posted on July 17, 2019

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Lauren Jo Black

Members of the band say it’s one of the “greatest honors” they have ever received.

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Isaiah Moore; Photo by Disney/Eric McCandless

Isaiah Moore Delivers Emotional ‘American Idol’ Audition With Luke Combs’ ‘Where The Wild Things Are’

Posted on March 17, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

This audition deeply moved the judges.

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American Idol Contestant Doug Kiker and Luke Bryan; Photo by ABC/Eliza Morse

BREAKING: Former ‘American Idol’ Contestant, Garbage Man Doug Kiker, Dead at 32

Posted on March 13, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Doug Kiker, a garbage man from Alabama, who delivered an unforgettable audition for Season 18 of American Idol has died….

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Luke Bryan, Clint Black, George Strait; Photos Provided

Luke Bryan Talks Clint Black’s Influence and His Goal To Stay in the Game Like George Strait

Posted on March 13, 2025

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Lauren Jo Black

Bryan recalled spending countless hourless listening to a Clint Black hit.

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Danae Hays; Photo by Chris Hollo, Courtesy Grand Ole Opry

Danae Hays Manifested Her Opry Debut—Now She’s Living Out Her Dream

Posted on March 5, 2025

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Lauren Jo Black

“It just feels like something that I’ve idolized in my head for so long is now minutes away…”

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Ella Langley; Photo by Caylee Robillard

Ella Langley Reveals The Story Behind ‘Weren’t For The Wind’ [Exclusive]

Posted on March 4, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

Langley explains how a canceled show led to this big hit.

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Riley Green; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Riley Green Sets the Record Straight On His Relationship Status

Posted on March 3, 2025

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Madeleine O’Connell

The country star is finally sharing the truth about his love life.

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