Taylor Swift and Kelly Clarkson were among the nominees unveiled for this year's Country Music Association (CMA) Awards.

There was little surprise when Taylor Swift won entertainer of the year at the Academy of Country Awards — except maybe in how little surprise the 22-year-old sensation showed when her name was called.

Taylor Swift won her second consecutive entertainer of the year award at the Academy of Country Music Awards last night, just 24 hours after she was saluted by first lady Michelle Obama for her charity work on The Kids’ Choice Awards.

Country star Taylor Swift racked up the biggest US earnings last year, followed by U2 — while British sensation Adele made it into the top 10 despite her health woes.

Taylor Swift was the world's highest earning music star in 2011, making $35.7 million.

U2 had the highest-earning tour of 2011, according to Billboard magazine.

Irish rock superstars U2 had the highest-earning tour of the year, according to new figures.

Lady Gaga enjoyed her “first real Marilyn moment” as she serenaded former US president Bill Clinton at a charity concert in Los Angeles, at which Bono also sang.

TAYLOR SWIFT might not be able to count on the men in her life, but her fans have yet to let her down.

Kenny Chesney thinks his failed marriage to Renee Zellweger was like getting injured at sport.

U2 were today named the highest-earning band on the planet over the last year.

Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper are reportedly preparing to get married.

Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood lead the nominations at his year’s Country Music Television (CMT) Awards.

IF anyone had any doubt that touring is where the money is in today’s music business, a look at Billboard’s top moneymakers of 2008 should hammer the point home.

Country star Kenny Chesney has fired back at reports his ex-wife Renee Zellweger's divorce plans came as a complete shock to him, insisting the media slant on their break-up made it look as if it was all one-sided.

More than three years after her marriage to country singer Kenny Chesney broke down, Renee Zellweger rumoured to be dating again.

Pop queen Madonna has reasons to be cheerful as her divorce from Guy Ritchie rumbles on - her 'Sticky & Sweet' world tour was the highest-grossing US jaunt of 2008.

Kenny Chesney has penned a new tune about his break-up with actress Renee Zellweger.

Rihanna has scored a second week at the top of the US pop charts, despite a challenge from 'American Idol' runner-up David Archuleta.

Reunited rock supergroup The Police have scored the year's top tour after making more than $210m (€145.5m) on the road in 2007.

Renee Zellweger is proud to have retained her sanity despite the stresses of fame.

Country singer Kenny Chesney has blasted rival rappers 50 Cent and Kanye West for ignoring the fact his album is coming out at the same time as their latest discs.

Mary J Blige is set for another major honour at the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers 20th Anniversary Rhythm & Soul Music Awards next month.

Kenny Chesney has cemented his King Of Country title after selling out Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's Lincoln Financial Field in just 15 minutes yesterday.

Country music star Kenny Chesney has denied rumours he split from Renee Zellweger because he is gay.

Kenny Chesney explains why the word “fraud” was used on the document filed by Renee Zellweger to annul their marriage and denies the gay rumours it fanned, in an interview to be broadcast this Sunday on CBS’ “60 Minutes.”

AFTER more than 40 years on the road, The Rolling Stones are singing all the way to the bank. They lead a Forbes.com’s list of top money makers in the music industry in 2006, making $150.6 million (€116.6m).

Renee Zellweger is setting a New Year's Resolution to manage her love life better in 2007.

Oscar-winner Renee Zellweger desperately tried to avoid questions about her quick divorce from country music star Kenny Chesney during an appearance on The Late Show with David Letterman last Wednesday night.

Newly single Kid Rock wasted no time getting back in the dating scene and was seen partying with several blondes just days after filing for divorce from Pamela Anderson.

Multi-millionaire country star Kenny Chesney has fessed up about an unusual addiction - to doing his own laundry.

George Clooney has reportedly reconciled his romance with fellow Oscar winner Renee Zellweger.

Renee Zellweger's ex-husband Kenny Chesney has made history in New England by recording the highest-grossing one-day country show.

They may not thank him for it, but Michael Douglas has some thoughts on failed celebrity relationships.

Hollywood star Renee Zellweger and country singer Kenny Chesney appear to have put the memory of their doomed four-month marriage behind them to remain friends.

An Ulster Scots prize-winning song has earned rave reviews from some of the most influential figures in country music.

Renee Zellweger and Kenny Chesney have added more mystery to their shock marriage split by meeting up for secret romantic dates in New York City and Connecticut.

The American Music Awards spread things around, with country star Tim McGraw, alternative rockers Green Day, soul stars Destiny’s Child and hip-hop chart toppers Black Eyed Peas each winning two awards.

Mariah Carey continued her journey along the comeback trail today, heading into the 33rd annual American Music Awards with a leading four nominations, including two for her chart-topping album The Emancipation Of Mimi.

Country star Kenny Chesney was devastated when his sexuality was questioned in the aftermath of his split from Renee Zellweger.

Country star Kenny Chesney refuses to feel blue about the end of his short marriage to actress Renee Zellweger - because the experience taught him how to fall in love.

Dolly Parton and Elton John will sing Turn The Lights Out When You Leave at The 39th Annual Country Music Association Awards, at New York’s Madison Square Garden on November 15.

Country singer Kenny Chesney credits his music with being critical in helping him get through the break-up of his fleeting marriage to actress Renee Zellweger.

Hollywood star Renee Zellweger was so angry with a newspaper's claims she is dating another man, just weeks after her split from husband Kenny Chesney, she stormed into its office to berate the guilty reporter.