Music

Red carpet photos from the CMA's

The stars were bright in Nashville as the Country Music Association put on their annual awards show. Check out photo galleries from the red carpet and the awards ceremony.

• Nov. 10, 2011

The man behind the music: What you didn't know about Yo-Yo Ma

With his new album, The Goat Rodeo Sessions, Yo-Yo Ma has yet another chance to do what he loves most: share his music. Bach, bluegrass and jazz are just some of the inspirations for the 56-year-old cellist/composer's collaborative project.

• Nov. 3, 2011

Martina McBride: Boot-Scootin' Beauty

After 20 years in the music business, Martina McBride, 45, is hotter—and busier—than ever.

• Oct. 13, 2011

Catching up with singer Judy Collins

Septuagenarian Judy Collins is not just a folk icon. She's a multitasker who would put most teens to shame. This month, she has no fewer than two books — a memoir and a children's book with a CD — plus a new album due out.

• Sep. 29, 2011

The Blondie you never knew

Before Madonna or Lady Gaga clawed from nobodies to blonde icons, Blondie lead singer Debbie Harry riveted fans with her vixenish looks, edgy lyrics and wild style.

• Aug. 25, 2011

And the winner is ... The Band Perry

USA WEEKEND readers voted for their favorites in the CMT Music Awards which aired June 8 live from Nashville, TN. Check out the photo gallery above for pics from the night.

• Jun. 2, 2011

Country's next superstar?

It's getting harder and harder these days for Jason Aldean — to claim he's an underdog, that is.

• May. 12, 2011

Country star Miranda Lambert has a lot to celebrate

Soon she will walk down the isle with fellow country star Blake Shelton and last month she scored four Academy of Country Music Awards and before that a Grammy.

• Apr. 28, 2011

CMT Awards: Here are the USA WEEKEND Breakthrough Video of the Year nominees

• Apr. 24, 2011

Paul Simon: After all these years

When he started writing tunes for his new album, Paul Simon surprised even himself when he had three songs with "love" in the title and five that included God, Christmas or both.

• Mar. 31, 2011