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Everyone gets songs stuck in their heads that just won’t go away. They sneak into your subconscious. They are epic earworms that you find yourself humming uncontrollably, singing in the shower, or tapping the beat to with your foot or ballpoint pen when you should be working.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 9

‘American Idol’s Bo Bice Reveals Status of Friendship With Carrie Underwood Today

Earlier this year, Carrie Underwood opened up about her time with “bestie” Bo Bice on American Idol, but where do the Season 4 winner and runner-up stand 20 years later?

Entertainment News / TV Insider / October 8

Bo Bice Compares ‘The Floor’ to ‘American Idol’ Finale With Carrie Underwood

Twenty years after Bo Bice was named runner-up on Season 4 of American Idol (the year Carrie Underwood won the show), he’s back on television as a contestant on The Floor.

Entertainment News / Music Times / September 25

Carrie Underwood Responds to Criticism She's Too Harsh on American Idol Contestants

Carrie Underwood is standing by her tough love approach as a judge on "American Idol," after facing criticism from some viewers who think she's being too hard on contestants.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / September 20

Carrie Underwood's Brett James tribute

Carrie Underwood has paid tribute to her Jesus Take The Wheel co-writer Brett James. Brett, 57, died alongside his wife Melody Wilson, 59, and stepdaughter Meryl Maxwell Wilson, 28 in a plane crash on Thursday (09.18.25) and Carrie – who worked with Brett on the Grammy-winning 2005 song – took to Instagram to share a touching tribute.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 19

Brett James Dies: Songwriter Killed in Plane Crash — Carrie Underwood Pays Tribute

Country music songwriter Brett James, who was best known for penning hit songs such as Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus Take the Wheel” and Kenny Chesney’s “When the Sun Goes Down,” has died in a plane crash with his wife and stepdaughter on September 19.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / September 19

Grammy Winning Songwriter Brett James Dies in Plane Crash, Leaving Behind Wife & 4 Kids

Songwriter Brett James was a member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. A Missouri native, he left medical school to launch a music career in Nashville, his Hall of Fame bio says.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 11

‘American Idol’ Boss Talks ‘Big’ Format Changes, Carrie Underwood & Season 24 Auditions

The search is already underway for the next American Idol heading into Season 9 on ABC (Season 24 overall). Hopefuls have been invited to sign up via the

Entertainment News / Music Times / September 8

Carrie Underwood's Eye Popping Salary for 'Sunday Night Football' 2025 Stuns Fans

Carrie Underwood is back for another season of Sunday Night Football, and reports of her paycheck for the gig have sparked widespread attention. According

Entertainment News / Music Times / August 11

Carrie Underwoods 'Natural' Color Questioned After Close-Up Photos: 'She's Faking It'

Carrie Underwood is going back to her roots — or so she says. The eight-time Grammy Award-winning singer unveiled what she described as her natural hair color in an Aug.

Entertainment News / Men's Journal / August 5

Carrie Underwood Turns Heads With 'Natural' Look for First Time in Decades

Carrie Underwood ditched her trademark blonde and returned to her roots for the first time in decades. "Well, the last time I saw my natural hair color, I was probably about 12 years old, but I thought it might be time to give it a second chance," Carrie, 42, shared via Instagram on Monday, August 4.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / August 1

Luke Bryan Speaks on Whether He and Carrie Underwood Will Return to ‘American Idol’

American Idol will return for its 24th season in 2026, but Luke Bryan isn’t sure if he’ll be along for the ride. The country music star recently spoke with Taste of Country Nights, where he opened up about the future of Idol and whether he and his fellow judge Carrie Underwood will be back next season.

Entertainment News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Carrie Underwood returns for 13th consecutive season of Sunday Night Football

It's not Sunday Night Football without Carrie Underwood. Hearing her sing, "waiting all day for Sunday night," has become an iconic part of the NFL season, as football fans listen to this before every primetime game on football fans' favorite day of the weekend.

Entertainment News / The Spun / July 30

NBC Makes Decision On Carrie Underwood For 'Sunday Night Football'

Carrie Underwood has captivated fans with her rendition of NBC's "Sunday Night Football" anthem for the past 12 seasons. Will she continue do the same this upcoming NFL season? Although it was never really in doubt, Underwood will be the lead singer for NBC's "Sunday Night Football" opening.

Entertainment News / 5 GOATs / July 30

NBC confirms Carrie Underwood intro will be back for Sunday Night Football in 2025

Carrie Underwood and her traditional Sunday Night Football intro will return for the 2025 NFL season, NBC announced Wednesday. It’ll be her 13th season on the network.

Entertainment News / Music Times / April 28

Carrie Underwood Blamed for 'Ruining' American Idol's Legacy After Faith-Based Episode Flop: Report

Carrie Underwood is reportedly experiencing some behind-the-scenes controversy during her first season as a judge on "American Idol," as insiders say her influence is causing friction.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / April 14

Carrie Underwood 'honoured' and 'blessed' as she ends Las Vegas residency

Carrie Underwood felt "honoured" and "blessed" as she ended her three-year Las Vegas residency. The country singer kicked off her 'Reflection' shows at

Entertainment News / Action Network / April 11

Las Vegas To Bid Farewell to Carrie Underwood’s Residency

All good things must come to an end. And for superstar singer Carrie Underwood, her residency at Resorts World in Las Vegas ends this weekend. She is counting

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / March 25

Carrie Underwood feels 'satisfied' by her Las Vegas residency

Carrie Underwood has found her Las Vegas residency to be a "satisfying" experience. The 42-year-old country music star will begin the final leg of her Resorts World residency this week, and Carrie has admitted to loving her experience in the city.

Entertainment News / BANG Showbiz / March 6

Carrie Underwood thinks eldest son could be next singing superstar

Carrie Underwood believes her son Isaiah has the "biggest" shot of becoming a singer. The 41-year-old country superstar - who rose to fame after winning

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

The essential Carrie Underwood playlist

From her record-shattering debut album to cult-favorite murder ballads and inspirational anthems, these 21 songs are essential for the perfect Carrie Underwood playlist.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

20 country albums to look forward to in 2021

From new tunes from legends like Loretta Lynn and Willie Nelson to much-anticipated debuts from newcomers Hailey Whitters, and Parker Millsap, these 20 forthcoming — and recently released — albums should definitely be on your radar this year.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

21 up-and-coming country artists to pay attention to in 2021

From outlaw chanteuse Jaime Wyatt to storytelling troubadour Waylon Payne, these brand new country artists should definitely be on your radar in 2021.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / December 4, 2018

Country music's 10 biggest breakthrough artists of 2018

For country music fans, every year brings a ton of excellent new music to listen to, and 2018 was no exception. This year, a bumper crop of impressive new country music artists emerged, bringing a diverse slate of sounds and styles to the airwaves and digital streaming playlists for the genre's devoted fans.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 6, 2018

NHL Weekender: Avalance, Blues fight it out for playoff berth

At the end of every workweek, Yardbarker takes a look at what the NHL has in store for the weekend. We'll see whose stock is soaring, who needs to get their acts together and what tilts promise to keep you on the edge of your seat.

NHL announces potential tiebreaker game for Eastern playoff spot

Sedin twins leave the NHL the same way they arrived: Together

Most surprising, disappointing players of the NHL season

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