Taylor Swift seemingly shocked the country music world when she took home the award for Female Vocalist of the Year at last night's 43rd CMA Awards.  The 19 year-old superstar broke records once again by taking that award and three more awards. 

Let the backlash begin.  As Taylor Swift enjoys the fruits of her hard work, some people in the country music community aren't so thrilled to see the 19-year-old take home the award.  Some, like Wynonna Judd weren't afraid to speak their mind about it. &

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Well here's a surprise. A genuine country song from a new artist that recalls the best of Strait, Jackson and Paisley.  The song also has a don't-take-myself-too-serious feel that helps make it a very nice song to listen to.  But will it get a shot at national success?

Well folks, here you have it.  The final two categories to predict before tonight’s CMA Awards telecast (ABC TV 8pm E/W). We’ve saved what are usually the two most ‘important’ categories, Album of the Year and Entertainer of the Year.

Check out the latest releases from country music stars like Tim McGraw, Toby Keith, Taylor Swift, Joe Nichols and  along with albums from newcomers Luke Bryan, Derek Sholl and Bomshel.  These reviews now include listening parties for each of the albums!

Carrie Underwood is this week's chart queen as her third album Play On debuts on the top spot of the charts. Meanwhile, the rest of the chart told a story of remarkable sales growth for other country artists.

October 27, 2009
Joe Nichols – Old Things New (Universal Records South)
Dolly Parton – Dolly (3 Disc Set) (Sony/Legacy)
Taylor Swift - Fearless (Platinum Edition)
Lorrie Morgan - A Moment In Time (Country Crossing Records)