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Country Music's 25 Most Important Modern Artists [RANKED]
One year ago, this list would have looked very different.
Blake Shelton
Blake Shelton Reveals the Coolest Contact in His Phone
Blake Shelton just dropped a name that makes a lot of sense and absolutely no sense at the same time.
Luke Bryan Jokes Blake Shelton Isn't Invited to His 50th Birthday
Luke Bryan is turning 50 and throwing what he calls a blowout — though one very famous friend might not make the guest list.
Where to Find Your Favorite Country Singers on TV this July 4th
Country music is the life of all the parties this year!
Hardy Says He 'Moved to Town to Write a Song for Blake Shelton'
Hardy moved to Nashville with one goal — write songs for the artists he admired. Turns out, Blake Shelton was at the top of that list.
Top Blake Shelton Songs - Country Music’s Most Important Artists
Blake has certainly made his mark on country music.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani Silence Relationship Rumors Again
As relationship rumors continue to swirl around Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani, one simple gesture reportedly served as a reminder of why the couple has made it work for so long.
Gwen Stefani's Kids Cheered Blake Shelton on at the ACMs
Gwen Stefani couldn't make it...but two of her sons were there cheering Blake on!
Watch Blake Shelton Honor Don Schlitz With ‘The Gambler’ at ACMs
Blake Shelton closed the 2026 ACM Awards with an emotional performance of “The Gambler” honoring legendary songwriter Don Schlitz.