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With all the outpouring of love and mourning over the death of Donna Summer, no country artist has expressed the true loss of such an iconic artist as eloquently as Dolly Parton. The ‘I Will Always Love You’ singer issued an official statement about the death of her fellow singer and songwriter on Thursday.

Carrie Underwood‘s appearance on late-night television last night is what country music fans were talking about all day today. If you couldn’t stay up late, catch the parody video of ‘Before You Freak’ in today’s Daily Roundup. Also read how Joe Nichols is facing his past demons and what television actress is going to be playing Loretta Lynn on Broadway.

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1863 – Confederate General Stonewall Jackson dies, eight days after being accidentally shot by his own troops (More info) 1869 – The First Transcontinental Railroad, linking the eastern and western US, is completed with the driving in of a golden spike in Promontory Summit, UT (More info)

It’s been a busy few days for Jake Owen. The singer committed his love to fiancee Lacey Buchanan on Monday morning during a sunrise ceremony in his hometown. Read all the details and find out whose idea the early wedding was in the Daily Roundup below. Also, learn which coach from ‘The Voice’ may soon be joining Blake Shelton for a duet.

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Bob Seger Age: 67 Occupation: Rock legend Known For: Putting together the legendary Silver Bullet Band and propelling them to fame, writing and recording song of the century ‘Old Time Rock and Roll,’ being the genius behind hits like ‘Against the Wind,’ ‘Night Moves,’ and ‘Like a Rock,’ and for being Bob Seger.

It’s difficult to tell for sure, but it looks like Carrie Underwood chose Best Buy to purchase a copy of her new album ‘Blown Away’ on Tuesday. We wonder if they asked for her phone number or zip code as she checked out? Or to see some identification?

If you saw Blake Shelton hanging out with Jay Leno on ‘The Tonight Show‘ this week, you might have raised an eyebrow at the ‘Over’ singer’s flirtatious comments toward movie star Scarlett Johansson. Innocent as they were, Shelton’s flirty antics beg the question, “What would Miranda Lambert think of this?” The country star’s wife of nearly a year took to Twitter to assure her fans that she’s not w

After angering fans and participants in reality television shows like ‘The Voice’ and ‘American Idol’ on Monday, Eric Church issued a press release in which he attempted to clarify his comments. He also apologized… sort of. Carrie Underwood didn’t seem to take notice of Church’s remarks, as she was too busy promoting her new album ‘Blown Away,’ which hit stores and iTunes today. Read our interview

After suffering from an upper respiratory infection and canceling a number of his 2012 tour dates, George Jones has finally received some good news. On Memorial Day weekend, he can stop resting his vocal chords and return to the stage — and at the Loretta Lynn Ranch, of all places.

This photo was taken just moments after the artist wiped any blood or smeared ink from the singer’s hairy left arm (the dark hair could be a clue). While under the ‘knife,’ he was live-tweeting the experience so his fans could share in his agony.