Granger Smith featuring Earl Dibbles Jr. return to Atlanta

You don't want to miss out the Bull's Georgia Country Christmas this year as it features Texas spitfire Granger Smith and his alter-ego Earl Dibbles Jr.

The Black Friday sale is going on now, too, where you can get 4 tickets for the price of 3 > http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0E004F5711C1E457

Kelsea Ballerini making a new album for 2016

Kelsea Ballerini will make an album the second time in the New Year.

The “Dibs” singer revealed backstage at the recent American Music Awards she’s gearing up to put pen to paper for her sophomore album.

“More music. More touring—just getting back out there—and starting to write a new record,” Kels revealed of her plans for 2016.

The rising country star has several fairs and festivals dates on her touring schedule so far.

No official word when fans can expect new music from Kelsea.

Read more: http://www.949thebull.com/onair/cmt-cody-alan-54719/kelsea-ballerini-is-making-new-music-14156255/#ixzz3su1CHDAG

Black Friday To Cyber Monday Weekend Sale on GEORGIA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS Tickets to see GRANGER SMITH, A THOUSAND HORSES, and LINDSAY ELL

Don't miss out the Black Friday weekend sale to get 4 tickets for the price of 3 to see the Bull's Georgia Country Christmas, featuring Granger Smith, Earl Dibbles Jr, A Thousand Horses, and Lindsay Ell! Get your tickets here.

Jennifer Nettles Spreads Some 'Sugar' On Thanksgiving

Jennifer Nettles premiered her new song “Sugar” this morning (11/26) on the Domino Sugar Float at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.

Jennifer’s son Magnus is also in the Big Apple with Mom, but he wasn’t tagging along on the Domino Sugar Float.

“He won’t be on the float,” the former Sugarland singer said before the parade. “I’m sure he’ll be snuggled up and warm and cozy at home watching all the balloons go by.”

Jake Owen was also a performer at the event at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, a TV event which usually garners 50 million viewers.

“Sugar” is from Jennifer’s upcoming sophomore solo album.

Read more: http://www.949thebull.com/onair/cmt-cody-alan-54719/jennifer-nettles-spreads-some-sugar-this-14156214#ixzz3shdtM5jf

Brantley Gilbert Used to Die in Civil War Reenactments

Well, here’s a little something about Brantley Gilbert that may surprise fans. The singer has revealed he used to take part in Civil War reenactments.  And Brantley says he took his role in the reenactments very seriously, calling himself a “dramatic dier.” Brantley says he lived every Saturday like a champ and then turned around and died every Sunday.”

Thomas Rhett Teams Up With Snap Fitness

Thomas Rhett has teamed up with SNAP Fitness to help fans stick to their New Year’s resolutions, and it seems he knows a thing or two about giving up on just that.  Thomas made a  New Year’s resolution this year to get in shape, and he had already quit by January 31st. It wasn’t until he teamed up with his tour mates Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line that they all got a trainer, and he got back on track.

Brett Eldredge and Thomas Rhett Team Up To Do Good Too!

Brett Eldredge and Thomas Rhett gave a 14-year-old Tennessee girl who battled cancer a special early Christmas gift. The pair stopped by St. Jude’s Children’s hospital to treat a brave girl named Kinsee to a private performance of “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” which was taped for the upcoming “CMA Country Christmas” special which will air December 3rd on ABC.

Country Presenters at the American Music Awards

Kelsea Ballerini, Florida Georgia Line and Little Big Town will be among the presenters at the 2015 American Music Awards.  Carrie Underwood is scheduled to perform.  So is Luke Bryan with Little Big Town's Karen Fairchild.  The American Music Awards air Sunday night on ABC.

Lee Brice's Milestone

Lee Brice recently played a concert at the Brewhouse Music & Grill in Rome, Georgia, making him the only country artist to perform in all 50 states in 2015. Lee decided to hit every state a few months ago after a bandmate noticed he was already close to doing it, so Lee called his agent and made it happen.

Chris Stapleton - Breakout Artist of the Year

Chris Stapleton will be recognized as the Breakout Aritst of the Year at the CMT Artists of the Year celebration in Nashville next month.  Previously announced honorees are Blake Shelton, Florida Georgia Line, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt.  During the ceremony, stars from music, television and movies will pay tribute to the honorees. The show airs live on December 2nd on CMT.  Kenny Rogers will receive the Artist of a Lifetime Award.

Dixie Chicks Are Back

They announced their North American tour this week. Some people are excited but as you can guess, there are many that want nothing to do with the trio.

Get all the details here.

Kacey Musgraves will continue her European Tour

Kacey Musgraves will continue her European tour following Friday’s terrorist attacks in Paris. Tonight’s show in Manchester, England is sold out. The trek wraps this week with shows in London, Munich and Amsterdam.

She tweeted that it’s a scary time to be abroad. And that she’s thinking good thoughts about the rest of her European tour.  She added “Life is precious.  The shows must go on.”

Many Stores are making it clear that they will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving!

There's been a growing trend over the last few years of retail stores opening their doors on Thanksgiving Day. Lots of people may love the deals, but many more people think that Thanksgiving should be a day spent with friends and family – not spending money in stores. They also think its unfair of these stores to ask employees to work on Thanksgiving Day.
Well, there's been a public backlash to the trend. More than two-dozen stores are saying no to opening on Thanksgiving Day, and they deserve recognition.


Get the full list of stores that will be closed here: http://www.949thebull.com/onair/caffeinated-radio-30022/these-stores-will-be-closed-on-14119068/#ixzz3rbh2wg3o

Country Has Top Three Spots On Album Sales Chart After CMA Awards

Thanks to the CMA Awards, country music has taken over this week’s Album chart. As expected, Wednesday’s big winner Chris Stapleton nabbed the number one spot with his CMA Album of the Year winner Traveller, his first-ever number one.  Meanwhile, Eric Church’s surprise album Mr. Misunderstood, which was released to the public early Thursday morning, is at number two, while Carrie Underwood’s Storyteller is in third. Also making the top ten this week is Chris Janson’s debut, Buy Me A Boat,  which landed at ten.



Read more: http://www.949thebull.com/onair/music-city-minute-32468/country-nabs-top-three-albums-after-14105244/#ixzz3r1isToUg

Miranda Lambert: Pink Hair Don't Care

Miranda Lambert's pink hair at the CMA Awards caused almost as much press as the announcement that Blake Shelton was dating Gwen Stefani.  The internet was buzzing that the pink streaks were a slam against Gwen, who has worn them in the past. But Miranda’s hairstylist insists that it’s no secret that Miranda’s favorite color is pink. She owns a store named the Pink Pistol and just came off her all-women tour, called Roadside Bars & Pink Guitars.

Read more: http://www.949thebull.com/onair/music-city-minute-32468/miranda-lambert-pink-hair-dont-care-14105262/#ixzz3r1iPaVXv

Sam Hunt Makes Return Appearance on After Midnite This Week

Sam Hunt and host of other superstars will join the Bull on After Midnite this week. Get the whole lineup and listen online, anytime, at 949thebull.com/lisetn or iheartradio.com.

Granger Smith / Earl Dibbles Jr, A Thousand Horses, Lindsay Ell all perform in Atlanta on 12/12

Red Carpet Pics From the CMA Awards

We have ALL the pics from red carpet at the CMA Awards on Wednesday night.

CLICK HERE TO SEE THEM ALL

Brett Eldredge Presents New Artist Award Tonight at the CMA Awards

Last year's CMA New Artist of the Year winner, Brett Eldredge, has the honor of handing out the award to this year's winner. Though he's friends with most of the nominees, he hopes he can hand the trophy over to one special bud.

And Thomas Rhett definitely wants Brett to hand it to him tonight too…not just for him…mostly for his fans.

Also up for the award are Kelsea Ballerini, Sam Hunt, Maddie and Tae and Chris Stapleton.

Who Will Win Entertainer of the Year

Luke Bryan would love to hold onto his CMA Entertainer of the Year title. But he knows that the field is full of artists who work as hard as he does to put on a great show.

Miranda Lambert, Kenny Chesney, Garth Brooks and Eric Church are also in the running for this year's Entertainer of the Year. Watch Country Music’s Biggest Night!  The 49th Annual CMA Awards will air live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena tonight at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.  Listen to the show right here on The Bull.

Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake to perform together at the CMA Awards

So, that Justin Timberlake performance on the CMAs -- thank Chris Stapleton for that. The surprise collaboration was all his idea!

Chris says it will be a mashup between “Tennessee Whiskey” and one of JT’s hits. The CMAs air live from Nashville on Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

Don’t Miss Country Music’s Biggest Night – The 49th Annual CMA Awards – Live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena tomorrow night at 8 PM on ABC.  You can listen to it right here on 94.9 The Bull.

Jason Aldean up for CMA Awards Album of the Year

Jason Aldean is up for the CMA's Album of the Year Award for Old Boots, New Dirt. 

He says if he gets the award, it will be a win not only for him, but for his producer, his band and the writers.

Back in 2013, Jason won Album of the Year for My Kinda Party.  Don’t Miss Country Music’s Biggest Night – The 49th Annual CMA Awards – Live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena tomorrow night at 8 PM on ABC.  You can listen to it right here on 94.9 The Bull.

Tim McGraw's First Pitch Not Enough for Mets

In case you missed it, Tim McGraw threw the first pitch at Game Four of the World Series on Saturday night. He wore Mets jersey number-45 in honor of his late father Tug McGraw, who was a relief pitcher for the club in the ‘60s and ‘70s. Unfortunately for the Mets, they lost the World Series last night after a 9th inning comeback from the Kansas City Royals resulted in an 11th inning loss.

Tim McGraw to appear on Good Morning America ahead of CMA Awards

ABC’s Good Morning America will broadcast a Tim McGraw performance live from Nashville next Wednesday ahead of the 49th annual CMA Awards. The segment will include an appearance by three-time CMA nominee Chris Stapleton. Later that night, watch Country Music’s Biggest Night when the CMA Awards air Live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena at 8PM Eastern on ABC.  And hear it live here on 94.9 The Bull.