* Happy Birthday Lance!
Lance celebrates his 28th birthday on September 27th. Hope you have a wonderful day, Lance!
* Happy 1st Anniversary, Lance & Carrie!
Lance and wife Carrie celebrate their first anniversary on September 17th!
* Site Updates Coming Soon
I have received some extra space in my account, so I should be able to get some new photos/magazine scans up soon. I'm also toying with a new redesigned site.
* ABC’s “Good Morning America” and CMT to Air CMA Awards Nominations Live from New York City and Nashville Wednesday, Aug. 30
“The 40th Annual CMA Awards” Airs Live Nov. 6 on the ABC Television Network
The announcement of the final nominees for the 2006 CMA Awards will be carried live Monday, Aug. 30, on network and cable television from New York City during “Good Morning America” on the ABC Television Network, and from the Gaylord Entertainment Center in Nashville on a special edition of CMT’s “CMT Insider.”
“The 40th Annual CMA Awards” will be hosted for the third year by Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn of super duo Brooks & Dunn and broadcast live from the Gaylord Entertainment Center in Nashville Monday, Nov. 6 (8:00-11:00 PM ET/delayed PT) on ABC.
For the first time, the final nominees in select categories will be announced live on national television during “Good Morning America” with Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland and five-time CMA Awards winner Brad Paisley from the “Good Morning America” studios located in the heart of New York City’s Times Square Wednesday, Aug. 30 during the 8:30 AM/ET half-hour of the morning news program.
Broadcasting live from Nashville, CMT’s Katie Cook and Lance Smith will present exclusive coverage of the remaining 2006 CMA Awards nominee announcements in a special half-hour edition of “CMT Insider,” premiering Wednesday, Aug. 30 (10:00 AM/ET; 9:00 AM/CT) on CMT. The special will re-air on CMT immediately following the live broadcast at 10:30 AM/ET; and again at 4:00 and 11:00 PM/ET; and Thursday, Aug. 31 at 1:30, 6:30, and 11:30 PM/ET.
Following the announcements on “Good Morning America,” CMT will go live with two of the hottest acts in Country Music today, Jason Aldean and Little Big Town, as they reveal the remaining CMA nominees and Country Music Hall of Fame inductees. Following the nominations, Cook and Smith will interview nominees and take a look back at 40 years of CMA Awards telecasts.
In addition to the nominee announcements, Aldean and Little Big Town will announce the finalists for the 2006 CMA Broadcast Personality and Radio Station of the Year in four categories (small, medium, large and major markets) as well as the finalists for the CMA National Broadcast Personality of the Year.
Additional announcements, including unveiling the 2006 inductees for the Country Music Hall of Fame, will be made at the Gaylord Entertainment Center with Genovese and other guests starting at 9:00 AM/CT. The venue will open at 8:00 AM/CT for invited media and members of the music industry to watch the televised announcements on “Good Morning America.”
The CMA Awards nominees and winners are determined by the 6,000 industry professional members of CMA, which was the first trade organization formed to promote an individual genre of music in 1958. The first “CMA Awards Banquet and Show” was held in 1967. The following year, the CMA Awards were broadcast on NBC television for the first time – making it the longest running, annual music awards program on network television. The show aired on NBC through 1971 and on the CBS Television Network from 1972 through 2005.
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* Lance in OK Magazine
Lance was featured in an August 2006 edition of OK Magazine in a feature called "At Home With CMT's Lance Smith." I will scan the article and get it on the site soon.
*Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector DVD Out NOW!
Go out and get your very own copy of the very funny "Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector." Lance has a cameo towards the end of the movie as a iron chef-like announcer.
* See Lance at Fan Fair/CMA Music Festival
CMT fans love the CMA Music Festival as much as we do, so we're heading out to be part of Nashville's hottest week of the year. Be sure to visit CMT at the Coliseum, in the Exhibit Hall and all over downtown to sing karaoke, meet Katie Cook and Lance Smith and so much more.
CMT ♥'s Fanatics Booth
Fans can get up close and personal with CMT in the Fan Fair Exhibit Hall throughout the weekend in the CMT ♥'s Fanatics booth. Hosts Katie Cook and Lance Smith will be on hand to sign autographs, fans can sing with CMT's Karaoke Revolution and so much more.
CMT at The Stage
The Stage on Broadway in Downtown Nashville will become CMT's private hot spot each night during CMA Music Festival beginning at 10 p.m. The CMT Cross Country crew will be on hand with lots of prizes to give away each night, and on Friday (June 9), CMT's Lance Smith will host CMT ♥'s Fanatics night featuring an evening of great music
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* Aldean, Little Big Town, Van Zant to Play CMT Block Party
Jason Aldean, Little Big Town and Van Zant will perform during a free block party on April 10 in downtown Nashville prior to the 2006 CMT Music Awards. Hosted by Lance Smith, the block party is free to the public and will be broadcast live on CMT. Ben Jones, who played Cooter on The Dukes of Hazzard, will also be on hand with the General Lee to meet guests and sign autographs.
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* "Health Inspector" Movie
Lance has a cameo as a game show host in Larry the Cable Guy's movie "Health Inspector," and it is set to hit theaters on March 24, 2006.
* Happy Golden Birthday, Lance!
Lance will turn the big 27 on September 27th. Happy Birthday, Lance! Hope you have a great day!
* Lance off to Reno
Lance heads to Reno, Nevada on Sept. 27th to film the Top-20 on the set of Brad Paisley's "Time Well Wasted" Tour, which will set to air in a few weeks. As for which dates Lance will be on the road with Brad, they are yet to be determined.
* Lance & Carrie Tie the Knot!
Congrats to Lance and his new bride, Carrie! They became husband and wife in September. Blake Shelton & Miranda Lambert take over for Lance on Top-20 on September 6th as the couple go on their honeymoon. When I get the actual wedding date, I will pass that on. As for where the honeymoon is, no word if Lance is going to Hawaii or not! ;) Best of luck to the new Mr. & Mrs. Smith (who I'm sure make a cuter couple than Brad & Angelina)!! Wedding photos will be seen in the near future as well. :)
* Lance does some modeling
Lance, along with Katie Cook and a few VJs from GAC put their best look forward as they model for a current issue of Country Weekly in some stylin' clothes.
* Lance Goes On the Road With Brad Paisley
Lance mentioned on the Top-20 that he's going out on the road on the Brad Paisley "Time Well Wasted" tour this fall for a few dates. Dates weren't mentioned and if I get those dates, I will get them up. Also on the tour is Sara Evans and Sugarland. For "Time Well Wasted" dates, go to BradPaisley.com
* Lance Smith Shares His DukesFest Experience
Top Twenty Countdown host Lance Smith was so excited about taking the show to DukesFest 2005 he decided to write about the experience. Read the story.
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* Lance Cameos in Larry the Cable Guy Movie
Lance has a cameo as a game show host named Drysdale in Larry the Cable Guy's new movie, "Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector," which wraps up shooting at the end of August.
* Lance Talks Sports on the Washington Post
Football fan Lance talks about football (what else?),bowling, country music, & NASCAR in this interview with Dan Steinberg from the Washington Post. (Thanks, Lance)
* Fan Fair -- CMA Music Festival
I haven't heard if Lance will be there or not yet, but most likely he will be there. The only thing I can recommend is go to the Convention Center, head for the Country Music Today booth, and read the sign. They have a daily schedule posted at the booth.
* Site Updates
Sorry that I haven't updated in a while. The site builder and my computer don't get along! Soon, I'll be adding some photos of Lance from the Pre-Awards from the ACM Awards and some photos of Lance from the 2004 CMA Fan Festival.
* Lance News
Lance has been continuing to host the Top-20 Countdown and has a new set for the show and the countdown is getting a new look in the next couple of weeks. Lance is still staying put-- I think! Lately he has welcomed a bunch of guests to the show, including Martina McBride, Joe Nichols, Trick Pony, Shooter Jennings and more.
* Lance's Short Film
Lance did a short film last year and it's finally out to be viewed. To watch it, go here (a media player is needed).
* No More Official Site
Lance's official site has shut down. No news yet if another one is on the way. We'll try keep you updated on all Lance's happenings.
* New Lance Message
A new message from Lance is in the journal. Go check it out! (Updated:1/8/05)
* New Times & Expansion for Top-20
CMT has expanded to 2 1/2 hours to include more artsits, more world premieres and shows videos in their entirety! New times are Thursday at 6 & 10 pm, Friday at 4:30 pm, Saturday at 11 am, and Sunday at 12 pm & 11:30 pm.
* Happy Birthday Lance!
Lance turns the big 2-6 on September 27th!
* Get in With Lance and Marty Stuart
Are you a fan of Marty Stuart's? Do you want to get into the band? If so, enter CMT's sweepstakes.
* Ask Lance
Go to the top-20 page on CMT.com and ask Lance a question. Is there something about Lance or an artist that has you wondering? Ask away and Lance may answer it on the air.
* Top-20 Links
The previous top-20 links (below) may not work now that CMT.com has had a makeover.
* Lance? Football?
Lance and the Top-20 crew are heading to Texas for the Super Bowl! Watch for an upcoming top-20 show. Also, get in your Valentine's requests to the Top-20 page at CMT.com
* The week of Nov. 27, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Nov. 20, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Nov. 13, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Nov. 6, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Oct. 30, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Oct. 23, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Oct. 16, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Oct. 9, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Oct. 2, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week with Martina McBride joining Lance in the studio.
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* Happy Birthday, Lance!
Lance turns the big 2-5 today. Happy Birthday, Lance! He will be celebrating with fans on the second stop of the MWL tour in Omaha, NE.
* Starting the MWL Tour Off in Style
The MWL tour started off in Grand Forks, ND on September 26th to a very enthusiastic crowd. Lance Smith took his place on stage to introduce all 3 acts, and made sure the crowd was pumped up. The tour continues through the first week of December.
* The week of Sept. 25, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Sept. 18, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Sept. 11, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Sept. 4, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* Cancelled MWL Tourdate
Rascal Flatts has had to cancel their MWL tour in Valdosta, GA at Wild Adventures, and will reschedule at a later date.
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* The week of Aug. 28, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Aug. 21, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* Live From Nashville
Lance Smith will return to host. Newcomer Dierks Bentley will perform. There's also a video premiere by Martina McBride,"This One's for the Girls"
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* The week of Aug. 14, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* Lance Article is Country Music Today Magazine
Check out the latest issue of CMT Magazine, with Kenny Chesney on the cover. Lance has an article in there about the recent taping of CMT Got Me in With the Band with Dwight Yoakam.
* Live From Nashville
Lance Smith will return to host. Marty Stuart will drop by to visit, and will also feature a Video Premiere by Darryl Worley, "Tennessee River Run"
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* The week of Aug. 7, 2003
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* Live From Nashville
Lance Smith will return to host and Jerry Douglas will perform. Video premieres are by Mongtomery Gentry -- "Hell Yeah" and Gary Allan -- "Tough Little Boys"
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* The week of July 31, 2003
Join Lance Smith, as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* Lance to Host MWL Tour
Lance will hit the road again as the MC for the Most Wanted Live tour featuring Rascal Flatts and including Brian McComas and Chris Cagle. Cledus T. Judd will return to host Most Wanted Live on August 30th. The MWL tour starts Sept. 27th in Grand Forks, ND.
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* The week of July 24, 2003
Join Lance Smith, as he counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* MWL Live From Nashville
Lance Smith will return to host and Jimmy Wayne will perform. "Who Wouldn't Want to Be Me" is the new video debuting by Keith Urban.
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* The week of July 17, 2003
This week, Lance Smith counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* MWL Live From Nashville
Lance Smith will return to host and Brian McComas will perform.
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* The week of July 10, 2003
This week, Lance Smith counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* Watertown, N.Y., This Is Your Chance to Meet Darryl Worley!
Darryl Worley is playing the Watertown Fairgrounds Arena on July 31, and he's looking for one lucky fan from the greater Watertown area to meet him backstage and Get In With the Band! One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Worley, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Watertown, N.Y., to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Monday, July 28, 2003. Good luck! For more.....
* MWL On the Road
Cledus T. Judd will host as we return to the road. This week we'll be live from the Brooks & Dunn Neon Circus & Wild West Show in Camden, N.J.
Video Premiere from Tim McGraw:"Real Good Man/The Ride"
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* Joe's Place Will Be at Country Thunder in Twin Lakes, Wis.
Joe Nichols is playing Country Thunder in Twin Lakes, Wis., on July 17, and he's looking for one lucky fan from the greater Chicago/Milwaukee area to meet him backstage and Get in With the Band! One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Nichols, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Twin Lakes, Wis., to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Monday, July 14, 2003. Good luck! For more....
* The week of July 3, 2003
Lance Smith counts down the biggest videos of the week from Camp Jeep in Charlottesville, Va.
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* The week of June 26, 2003
Lance Smith counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of June 19, 2003
Tara McNamara fills in for Lance this week and counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week.
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* MWL On the Road
MWL is hitting the road! Cledus T. Judd will host the show live from the Brooks & Dunn Neon Circus & Wild West Show. Our first stop will be Saturday, June 21 in St. Louis, Mo. Tune in at 7 p.m. ET/PT to catch all the action. You never know who might stop by.
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* MWL This Week (June 13th, 2003)
Lance Smith will count down your favorite videos and Trace Adkins will stop by to sing and visit with Lance.
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* The week of June 12, 2003
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* MWL This Week (June 7th, 2003)
Lance hosts the Party on the Plaza show with guest Joe Nichols and there is a video premier for Vince Gill's "Someday."
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* The week of June 5, 2003
This week Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the backstage rehearsal of 100 Greatest Songs of Country Music Concert.
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* Los Angeles, This Is Your Chance to Meet Dwight Yoakam!
Dwight Yoakam is releasing his new album Population Me this summer and to celebrate, he's inviting one Los Angeles area fan to join him for a very special episode of CMT Got Me In With The Band. One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Yoakam, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Los Angeles, Calif., to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Friday, June 13, 2003. Good luck!....More
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* Lance's Official Site is Up and Running
Lance finally has an official website. The site includes a bio, photos, journal, message board and more. To check it out, go here.
* The week of May 29, 2003
This week Tara McNamara fills in for Lance and counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week..
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* Lance to Host MWL (May 31, 2003)
Lance Smith counts down MWL's top videos and
Steve Wariner will drop by to chat and Lance debuts Buddy Jewell's new video "Help Pour Out the Rain".
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* Join the MWL crew for THREE special shows during Fan Fair!
Vote now for three special countdowns June 5, 6 and 7, then come down and join us at the Gaylord Entertainment Center in downtown Nashville. Each day we will welcome one of today's hottest new stars for a special performance. Check out the complete schedule below:
June 5 -- Chris Cagle
June 6 -- Darryl Worley
June 7 -- Joe Nichols
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* MWL This Week (May 24, 2003)
Lance welcomes Travis Tritt to the set, gives away a trip for two to the CMT Top-100 Songs of Country Music concert, and debuts Faith Hill's new video "You're Still Here."
* The week of May 22, 2003
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* It's a "Girl Thing" when Deana Carter Comes to Albuquerque!
Are you "Just a Girl" in Albuquerque who would love to go backstage with Deana Carter? If so, this is your chance to Get In With the Band! Deana is inviting one lucky fan backstage at her concert on June 12 for "girl talk" and a makeover before the show. One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Deana Carter, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Albuquerque, N.M., to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Thursday, June 5, 2003. Good luck! More info here.
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* A Permanent Return
Lance returns as the host of Most Wanted Live, after leaving the show in December 2001. No word yet if Lance will still host the shows "Got Me In With the Band" and "Making the Video."
(Thanks, Erin!)
* Lance on the Red Carpet
Join Lance and Katie on the red carpet as they fill us in on all the ACM festivities. Tune in to see which stars they talk to Wednesday, May 21 at 8 PM EST on CBS.
* Lance Returns
Lance Smith returns as guest host this Saturday on MWL. Buddy Jewell will perform his new single "Help Pour Out the Rain (Lacey's Song)." Also, video premieres by Brooks & Dunn and Dwight Yoakam.
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* The week of May 15, 2003
Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the new studio.
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* Lance Hosting MWL For a Few Weeks
Lance will be hosting MWL for more than one week. He will be doing the weekly show for the next few weeks as well. (Thanks, Erin!)
* Lance on Most Wanted Live
Lance hosted Most Wanted Live on May 10th, in Tara McNamara's place. Because Mother's Day was on Sunday, May 11th, Lance brought his mom Leona out to give her some flowers. Mrs. Smith also introduced a special video, "I Hope You Dance" to the mothers out there. At the end of the show, Lance thanked his family for making sure the audience laughed at him, while the camera showed Lance's mom, dad and brother Taylor.
* Trick Pony Is "On a Mission" to Have Fun in Las Vegas!
Heidi, Ira and Keith have a day off in Las Vegas on May 22, and they're looking for one lucky Trick Pony fan to hang out with them on CMT Got Me In With The Band! One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Trick Pony, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Las Vegas, Nev., to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 16, 2003. Good luck!
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* The week of May 8, 2003
Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the new studio.
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* Message From Lance
Check out Lance's Journal for a recent message from Lance, including his upcoming official website.
* The week of May 1, 2003
Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the new studio.
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* Lance Adds Another Show to Resume
Go behind the scenes with the CMT original special Making the Video. Each 30-minute episode gives viewers a backstage glimpse of country's biggest stars. Lance Smith hosts. The first two episodes include Toby Keith & Willie Nelson and Brad Paisley.
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* Melt on the Beach with Rascal Flatts and Lance Smith
CMT will hit the sands of Daytona Beach, Fla., for another sun-soaked beach fest. Following on the heels of the highly-rated Spring Break 2002 concert featuring Kenny Chesney, CMT will once again give fans a high energy concert on the beach with one of country music's most exciting powerhouses -- Lyric Street Records' platinum-selling trio Rascal Flatts. Rascal Flatts: Melt on the Beach will premiere Friday, April 25 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. The show is hosted by Lance Smith. For showtimes...
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* The week of April 24, 2003
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* The week of April 17, 2003
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* The week of April 10, 2003
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* The week of April 3, 2003
Lance counts down the biggest videos of the week from the historic Ryman Auditorium.
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* The week of March 27, 2003
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* The week of March 20, 2003
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* Nashville, Trace Adkins Has Your Ticket to Flameworthy!
Trace Adkins is inviting one lucky fan to attend the CMT Flameworthy 2003 Music Video Awards on April 7 and be part of a very special episode of CMT Got Me In With the Band! One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Adkins, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Nashville, Tenn., to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, April 2, 2003. Good luck!
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* The week of March 13, 2003
Tara McNamara fills in as guest host for Lance and counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from Buffalo Billiards.
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* Have lunch with Lance!
Denny's is a great place to have lunch or hang out with your family and friends to talk and have a great time, and since they're open 24 hours, you can have a great time anytime! But what if you could have a great time with Lance, the oh-so-incredible host of CMT's Top Twenty Countdown?
Enter "CMT and Denny's Restaurants Present the 'Lunch With Lance' Sweepstakes", and you could do just that!
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* The week of March 6, 2003
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* Massachusetts, Have You Ever Dreamed of Meeting Blake Shelton?
Blake Shelton is celebrating the release of his new album, The Dreamer, with a concert at Plymouth Memorial Hall in Plymouth, Mass. And he's inviting one lucky fan to join him backstage to get In With the Band! One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Shelton, along with the completed application which can be found here. You must be 18 years of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Plymouth, Mass. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 21, 2003. Good luck!
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* FlyAway to the Flameworthy's Sweepstakes
We're sure you want to attend the CMT Flameworthy 2003 Video Music Awards hosted by Toby Keith and Pamela Anderson, and you want to look your best. That's why CMT and Garnier Nutrisse have come together to bring you this hot sweepstakes.
Be the winner, and you and a guest will be flying away to Nashville where you'll receive a Garnier Nutrisse hair makeover followed by a trip to the CMT Flameworthy 2003 Video Music Awards. It doesn't get any hotter than that!
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* The week of Feb. 27, 2003
Tara McNamara fills in as guest host for Lance and counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the Ryman Auditorium.
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* The week of Feb. 20, 2003
This week, Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the historic Union Station Hotel in downtown Nashville.
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* The week of Feb. 13, 2003
This week, Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from Tower Records.
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* Get in With Chris Cagle and Lance!
Arlington, Texas, This Is Your Chance to Meet Chris Cagle!
Chris Cagle is returning to his stomping grounds in Arlington, Texas, for a concert at Cowboys on March 7, and he's looking for one dedicated fan to hang out with him before the show and Get In With the Band! One eligible fan will be chosen from those who apply online or by mail. To apply, submit an e-mail, letter or videotape explaining why you want to meet Cagle, along with the completed application, which can be found here. You must be 18 year of age or older and live or work within a 100-mile radius of Arlington, Texas, to apply. Please include or attach a photograph of yourself with your entry. The deadline for submissions is Friday, Feb. 28, 2003. Good luck!
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* The week of Feb. 6, 2003
Lance heads to Country in the Rockies to hang out in the snow with Brooks & Dunn, Jo Dee Messina, Lonestar and Andy Griggs.
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* The week of Jan. 30, 2003
Tara McNamara fills in as guest host for Lance and counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the Empyrean Coffee Bar.
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* The week of Jan. 23, 2003
This week, Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from Tower Records.
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* The week of Jan. 16, 2003
This week, Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from Saffire.
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* The week of Jan. 9, 2003
This week, Lance counts down the 20 biggest hits of the week from the legendary Ryman Auditorium.
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* The week of Jan. 2, 2003
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* The week of Dec. 27, 2002
Lance hangs out at the Havana Lounge and counts down the Top 20 of 2002.
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* The week of Dec. 20, 2002
Lance gets in the Christmas spirit at the Union Station Hotel as he counts down the Top 20 videos of the week. Cledus T. Judd drops by for a cameo to lend Lance a hand.
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* The week of Dec. 13, 2002
Tara McNamara heads to the historic RCA Studio B as she counts down the Top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of Dec. 6, 2002
Lance counts down the 20 biggest videos of the week from the historic Ryman Auditorium.
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* The week of Nov. 29, 2002
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* The week of Nov. 22, 2002
Tara McNamara chats with special guest Trick Pony and counts down the biggest videos of the week.
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*The week of Nov. 15, 2002
Lance counts down the biggest videos of the week and hangs with the stars at the Detour Celebrity Golf Tournament.
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* The week of Nov. 8, 2002
Lance pays a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum as he counts down the Top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of Nov. 1, 2002
This week Lance gets you up-to-date on all the CMA nominees, presenters and performers on the Top Twenty Countdown.
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* The week of Oct. 25, 2002
This week special guests Rascal Flatts drop by the Top Twenty Countdown to show Lance where it all got started for the group.
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* The week of Oct. 18, 2002
Lance heads to the historic Ryman Auditorium as he counts down the Top 20 videos of the week.
* The week of Oct. 11, 2002
This week Lance checks out CMT's new downtown Nashville neighbors as he counts down the Top 20 videos.
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* The week of Oct. 4, 2002
This week Lance pulls double duty in beautiful San Diego as host of both the Top 20 Countdown and the MWL Concert Tour with Brad Paisley, Steve Azar and a special surprise guest.
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* The week of Sept. 27, 2002
Join Tara McNamara, substituting for Lance Smith while he's on the MWL tour, as she counts down the biggest videos of the week.
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* The week of Sept. 20, 2002
This week, Lance checks out a true piece of Americana. ... the world famous posters and printings of the historic Hatch Show Print shop while he counts down this week's top videos.
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* The week of Sept. 13, 2002
Join Lance Smith as he counts down the biggest videos of the week from the record store.
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* The week of Sept. 6, 2002
Join Lance for CMT's Top 20 Countdown from Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. Home to the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 until 1974, the Ryman is known as "the Mother Church of Country Music."
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* Lance Goes On Tour!
Lance is going out on the road with Brad Paisley on his Most Wanted Live tour, with other artists, like Rascal Flatts, Tommy Shane Steiner, Pinmonkey, Andy Griggs, Steve Azar, and more. Lance will be hosting the tour!
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* The week of Aug. 30, 2002
Lance heads to Hurricane Mills -- home of Loretta Lynn -- to catch up with the living legend as he counts down the top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of Aug. 23, 2002
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* The week of Aug. 16, 2002
Lance visits with Steve Azar as he counts down the top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of Aug. 9, 2002
Lance heads to Graceland to check out all things Elvis as he counts down the top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of Aug. 2, 2002
Lance counts down the top 20 videos of the week and hits the dirt roads at Camp Jeep.
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* Lance to Co-Host Most Wanted Live
Lance will co-host Most Wanted Live on Wednesday, July 31. Special guests will be Nickel Creek.
* The week of July 26, 2002
Lance counts down the top 20 videos of the week and takes a break from the summer heat by visiting Purity Dairies.
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* The week of July 19, 2002
Lance counts down the top 20 videos of the week and celebrates "CMT's Life of the Party Week," by learning how to mix up some cool, summer drinks.
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* The week of July 12, 2002
Lance catches up on all the new and upcoming country album releases as he counts down the Top 20 from the record store.
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* The week of July 5, 2002
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* The week of June 28, 2002
Lance joins SHeDAISY in their hometown of Salt Lake City for some fun and hijinks as he counts down the Top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of June 21, 2002
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* Catch Lance at Fan Fair!
If you are headed to Fan Fair, make sure to head to the CMT booth and try to find Lance. He'd love to see you! :)
* The week of June 14, 2002
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* Dixie Chicks Prepare For Back-to-Back CMT Appearances
On the heels of their live appearance on the "CMT Flameworthy Video Music Awards" to accept the "Flameworthy Video Visionary Award," the Dixie Chicks will world premiere their new video directly following the awards show on the "CMT Wrap Party."
The Dixie Chicks will join "CMT Wrap Party" hosts Lance Smith, Katie Cook and Greg Martin live from the plaza of the Gaylord Entertainment Center to introduce the much-anticipated video for their new single, "Long Time Gone."
So far, "Long Time Gone" is the fastest moving chart single by the Dixie Chicks, entering the Top 20 in only two weeks. It is the first release from the forthcoming album, "Home," due out in August.
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* The week of June 7, 2002
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* The week of May 31, 2002
Lance checks out tour buses of some of your favorite country stars at Hemphill Bus Co. while he counts down the Top Twenty Countdown.
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* Join Lance As He Hosts Flameworthy Reports
Join Lance as he hosts the CMT Flameworthy Nominee Reports, June 1st, 3rd and 4th. Go to CMT.com for airtimes.
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* The week of May 24, 2002
Guest host Tara McNamara fills in for Lance this week by heading to the record store to check out the latest tunes from the artists on the Top Twenty Countdown.
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* Join Lance on the Red Carpet..
As he interviews the stars coming out to the ACM's on the Pre-Awards Show at 6 pm Central/7 PM eastern and pacific on CMT. Tune in to see which tux made the cut!
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* Happy 1st Anniversary to Lance and MWL!
Lance first aired on CMT as the host of Most Wanted Live in May 2001. Happy 1st anniversary to Lance and Most Wanted Live!
* The week of May 17, 2002
Lance counts down the top 20 videos as he tries to find the perfect tux for the Academy of Country Music Awards.
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* The week of May 10, 2002
Lance talks with some young children about their Moms as we celebrate Mother's Day ... plus we'll be counting down the top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of May 3, 2002
Lance heads to Manuel's, the clothes designer to some of country's most famous names, to expand his wardrobe and count down the top 20 videos in country music.
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* The week of April 26, 2002
Lance visits the historic Ernest Tubb Record Shops as he counts down the Top 20 videos of the week. Also, Lance was the host of the Kenny Chesney concert and "Stranded With Kenny Chesney" on KCMT this weekend.
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* The week of April 19, 2002
Lance heads to Chicago to talk with Brooks & Dunn, Dwight Yoakam, Gary Allan, Chris Cagle, Trick Pony and Cledus T. Judd about B & D's Neon Circus and Wild West Show.
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* The week of April 12, 2002
Lance visits the home of live country music, The Grand Ole Opry, as he catches you up on what artists on the Top 20 think of this hallowed tradition and which ones are members.
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* The week of April 5, 2002
Lance visits the world famous Tootsie's Orchid Lounge and gets the lowdown on this historic honky-tonk that helped launch the career of Top Twenty Countdown artist Willie Nelson.
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* The week of March 29, 2002
Lance heads to Gruhn Guitars to track down the instruments your favorite artists play in the top 20 videos of the week.
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* The week of March 22, 2002
This week, Lance checks out a true piece of Americana. ... the world famous posters and printings of the historic Hatch Show Print shop while he counts down this week's top videos.
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* The week of March 15, 2002
This week on CMT's Top Twenty Countdown, Lance heads south to Daytona Beach, Fla. for Spring Break 2002 to enjoy a little fun in the sun and countdown this week's top videos.
(Country.com)
* The week of March 8, 2002
This week on CMT's Top Twenty Countdown, Lance Smith takes to the floor to learn a few dance steps. Interested in lessons? Contact Jaimee Gray at Independancer@aol.com.
(Country.com)
* The week of March 1, 2002
This week we'll visit the world famous Houston Rodeo. Lance will hang out with Alison Krauss and Nickel Creek while counting down the top videos.
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* The week of Feb. 22, 2002
This week on Top Twenty Countdown we're celebrating all things Grammy. Lance will head to the record store to fill us in on awards news and countdown the top 20 videos.
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* The week of Feb. 15, 2002
This week Lance continues the Olympic spirit with an ice skating lesson from Championship Ladies and Pairs Finalist Molly Quigley.
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* The week of Feb. 8, 2002
This week Lance heads west to beautiful Crested Butte, Colo. for the benefit Country in the Rockies where he'll be having some fun in the snow with his special guest Jo Dee Messina.
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* The week of Feb. 1, 2002
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* This week on Top Twenty Countdown ... Lance returns to familiar territory as he gives you a behind the scenes look into CMT Most Wanted Live.
(Country.com)- Week of Jan. 25, 2002
* This week our resident bachelor Lance heads to the kitchen at the Viking Culinary Arts Center to learn to prepare some easy-to-make dating dishes. Watch the Top-20 countdown each Friday at 10 p.m., Saturday at 11 a.m., Sunday at 10 p.m. and Monday at 6 p.m. (All times Eastern/Pacific)
(Country.com)-week of Jan. 11, 2002
* Join Lance this week as he visits the Country Music Hall of Fame and looks at the history of country music. (Week of Jan. 4, 2002--Country.com)
* Join new Top 20 host Lance Smith this week as he shows off his skills as a pool shark. Who knew?
(Week of Dec. 28, 2001--Country.com)
* Lance Switches Jobs at CMT
The last day to see Lance Smith as host of CMT's Most Wanted Live is Friday, January 4th. The 2002 Season of MWL starts on January 5th with hosts Greg Martin and Katie Cook. Lance Smith has been moved to host CMT's Top-20 Countdown, taking over for Katie Cook. Greg Martin's former job as the Big Ticket host will be taken over by newcomer Tara McNamara.
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* Lance's Christmas Gift
Tune into MWL on Christmas Eve day to see Lance's Favorite Videos. Also, keith urban will be stopping by on Christmas Day.
(Country.com--12/21/01)
* Win Ford Thunderbird On MWL
On Jan. 12, CMT Most Wanted Live begins a sweepstakes for a new Ford Thunderbird to celebrate the show's premiere from The Gibson Bluegrass Showcase in Nashville.
*'Most Wanted Live' will move to Opry Mills
CMT's 6-month-old request show, Most Wanted Live, has some significant changes ringing in with the new year.
First of all, the show will move from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. to put it a little closer to primetime to try to get more viewers.
The time change was a problem for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, current home for the show.
''They want to shoot it an hour later. That butts right into our special-event business,'' says museum director Kyle Young. ''This place is booked fairly regularly after museum hours.''
So CMT chose Gibson Bluegrass Showcase in Opry Mills, a meat-and-three place with a performance area and a workshop where instruments are made. No, Gibson didn't pay for CMT to come in, nor is CMT paying any rent to Gibson.
The show, with host Lance Smith, also will move to a Tuesday-Saturday slot, and the show will include ''behind-the-scenes'' stuff from the Opry on Saturdays. It starts Jan. 5.
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* MWL Going to Gibson Showcase
CMT's Most Wanted Live will change times and locations in January. Beginning Jan. 5, MWL will originate from The Gibson Bluegrass Showcase at Opry Mills in Nashville. Since premiering in May, the show has been based at the Country Music Hall of Fame in downtown Nashville. Also new, the show will run Tuesday-Saturday, from 7-8 p.m. ET/PT, which means the Saturday edition will lead into CMT's weekly presentation of the Grand Ole Opry. 11/30/01
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* The Twelve Days of Christmas on MWL
Wednesday, Dec. 5 Clint Black "Milk and Cookies"
Thursday, Dec. 6 SHeDAISY "What Child Is This"
Friday, Dec. 7 keith urban "Winter Wonderland"
Monday, Dec. 10 Billy Gilman "O Holy Night"
Tuesday, Dec. 11 Jamie O'Neal "Silent Night"
Wednesday, Dec. 12 Martina McBride (Song TBA)
Thursday, Dec. 13 Aaron and Thea Tippin "A December to Remember"
Friday, Dec. 14 Earl Scruggs "Jingle Bells"
Monday, Dec. 17 Mark Wills "New Star Shining"
Tuesday, Dec. 18 Trace Adkins "The Christmas Song"
Wednesday, Dec. 19 Jessica Andrews "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
Thursday, Dec. 20 Brad Paisley "364 Days to Go
* Vote on MWL and Qualify to Win a Truck
Voting for your favorite artist on MWL automatically enters you to win a Ford Truck. See CMT's MWL page for more details.
* Vote to Win a MWL T-Shirt!
Vote now for the Top 10 on MWL and you could win a MWL T-shirt!
* CMT Special Set for Thursday Night, Aimed at Healing
CMT will telecast a 90-minute special, Peace, Prayer and Unity, at 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. ET/PT on Thursday (Sept. 13) and 8 a.m. ET/PT Friday (Sept. 14). Lance Smith, host of CMT Most Wanted Live, will host the show, aimed at offering solace to CMT viewers affected by the week's events. Peace, Prayer and Unity will incorporate e-mails from viewers, dedications and call-ins. Viewers also will see moments from a memorial vigil held Wednesday night in Nashville. Martina McBride, Jo Dee Messina, Kenny Chesney, Phil Vassar and Shannon Brown were among the artists, radio personalities and clergy who participated in the vigil.
(CMT.com--09/13/01)
