Vince Gill

2022 - 9 - 16

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Carrie Underwood Has a Special Oklahoma Connection to Vince Gill (Taste of Country)

Years before Carrie Underwood cemented herself as one of the biggest stars in country, she found some musical inspiration from fellow Okie Vince Gill.

[Chris Stapleton](https://tasteofcountry.com/tags/chris-stapleton), [Ricky Skaggs](https://tasteofcountry.com/tags/ricky-skaggs), [Carrie Underwood](https://tasteofcountry.com/tags/carrie-underwood), [Rodney Crowell](https://tasteofcountry.com/tags/rodney-crowell)and [Maren Morris](https://tasteofcountry.com/tags/maren-morris/)were just a few of the country stars who took part in CMT Giants: Vince Gill. 16 on CMT, celebrates Gill's incredible achievements as a songwriter, performer, multi-instrumentalist and collaborator. At the same time, Underwood began to pursue her dream of singing country music as a career, just like Gill. 1 hits, multiple awards and even collaborated with Gill for a rendition of "How Great Thou Art." Gill's career skyrocketed in the 1980s and '90s, charting a string of No. "I remember listening to him from a very young age," she adds.

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Vince Gill's 'CMT Giants' showcases the reach of his legendary ... (The Tennessean)

One of the reasons Chris Stapleton dropped out of Vanderbilt to pursue music full-time in 2001 was to mimic the career success of Vince Gill.

She simmers a song to a boiling conclusion and lets the lovefest flow afterward − typically, as was in this case, via a standing ovation. The honoree closed the evening with a new ballad, "I Gave You Everything I Had." Gill himself stood and excitedly applauded the work of Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder's version of his 1993 favorite "One More Last Chance," Brad Paisley's rocking guitar work on 1991-released show opener "Liza Jane," and Chris Stapleton's near show-stopping, soulful take on Gill's 1992, top-five country radio single "Whenever You Come Around." Regularly, these eventual music industry titans were within a radius of Brian Ahearn's influential Enactron Truck Studio (where names like Crowell, Dylan, John Prine, and The Band recorded albums) and Mulholland Drive in Beverly Hills. From there, Crowell mentioned a dizzying cross-genre set of names whose schedules regularly intersected with Gill's time in Los Angeles, including the Beach Boys' Carl Wilson, Roseanne Cash, the Eagles' Glenn Frey, Herbie Hancock, Dolly Parton, Linda Rondstadt, and J.D. In a nearly five-decade long career, Gill's work has touched hearts and talents across the musical spectrum.

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Vince Gill to Be Honored With New Special, 'CMT Giants' – "This is ... (American Songwriter)

Ahead of what would be a heartwarming night, Gill and his special guests walked the red carpet and spoke to American Songwriter about the celebration of Gill's ...

It was in my heart and it’s what I was meant to do.” “Proud doesn’t even encapsulate all of it,” Corinna, who sang backing vocals in the house band for the night, said. For someone to be so strong in their feelings, that definitely resonates with me.” He’s amazing and he just gives all of his heart all the time. “Vince has been one that’s been on the stage celebrating other people’s lives,” Skaggs tells American Songwriter. The two-hour special premieres Friday night (September 16) with 10 star-studded performances, rare clips, and interviews with Gill himself.

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See Carrie Underwood Stun in a Sheer Blue Gown as She Honors ... (GoodHousekeeping.com)

'American Idol' winner and country music singer Carrie Underwood honored legend Vince Gill at 'CMT Giants' in Nashville. See the dress that grabbed ...

[told Access Hollywood](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxzeeryizNc) in November 2021. [on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/CidQnbCvNXr/). "It was pink and it was poofy and lots of sparkles … "@carrieunderwood you look like a fairy 🧚♀️😍," [a different fan tweeted](https://twitter.com/halliegator12/status/1569565164193697792). It was a moment she's continued to speak about over the years, including what it was like trying it on and wearing it to one of country music's biggest nights. Everything about this dress is gorgeous!!," wrote another follower [on Twitter](https://twitter.com/carriefan84/status/1569489000301477888).

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Watch: Vince Gill Feted with All-Star Concert at CMT GIANTS:Vince ... (CMT.com)

"CMT GIANTS: Vince Gill," an all-new 90-minute star-studded special celebrating Gill that will premiere 9 p.m./8 p.m. C Friday, Sept. 16 on CMT.

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'CMT Giants: Vince Gill' | How to watch, live stream, time (9/16/22) (pennlive.com)

Vince Gill brings together his superstar friends, collaborators and some of the biggest names in music to honor him with performances of his most legendary ...

You can also stream it for free on [ FuboTV (free trial).](https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ent/?irad=356360&irmp=1810047&subID1=advance-pa-ad&subId3=xid:fr1663175057012jhh) Subscribers can stream on up to three devices simultaneously, create up to 10 profiles and save unlimited live or future shows for up to one year. “He is a true ‘artist’s artist’ who has touched fans worldwide with his music and songwriting, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to bestow him with our most esteemed ‘CMT Giants’ distinction.” Throughout his 30-plus year career, Vince Gill has picked up 22 Grammys, 19 CMA awards, is a member of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. You can also watch the show on “CMT Giants: Vince Gill” premieres on CMT tonight, Sept.

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How to Watch CMT Giants: Vince Gill: Stream Live, TV Channel (Sports Illustrated)

Gill has won 19 CMA Awards and 22 Grammy Awards. He is also a member of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. He has had a long and wonderful ...

If you are a country music fan then this is a must-watch. According to cmt.com CMT will feature Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Chris Stapleton, Emmylou Harris, Keith Urban, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Reba McEntire, Ricky Skaggs, Rodney Crowell and Sting in the special. The show takes place at The Fisher Center of Performing Arts at Belmont University, making it the first-ever televised performance event for the campus' new performing arts center according to fox17.com.

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8 Classic Vince Gill Tracks That Warrant a Revisit (American Songwriter)

A look at just 8 of a book's worth of iconic Vince Gill tracks that are loved by the country community and the world over.

Another slow-burning chart-topper, “Whenever You Come Around,” is an unrequited love tale of the highest caliber. Keeping things the same tempo, “When I Call Your Name” sees Gill in a similarly dejected state. Gill makes the track his own while hanging on to what made it a classic in the first place. Country supergroup, The Cherry Bombs, reunited in 2003 and deemed themselves a bit more “notorious” than their previous iteration. Taken from the same album as “Don’t Let Our Love Start Slippin’ Away,” comes this bluegrass-infused track about a wife who has had just about enough of him coming home drunk. Despite being a little beat down in the lyrics, the rest of the song is infectiously upbeat.

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Carrie Underwood Tributes Vince Gill At 'CMT Giants' With Soaring ... (Music Mayhem Magazine)

Carrie Underwood paid tribute to Vince Gill with a soaring performance of one of Gill's most famous hits during the CMT Giants special.

The iconic release features five singles, four of which topped the charts, including “I Still Believe In You,” “No Future In The Past,” as well as “Tryin’ To Get Over You,” and “One More Last Chance.” The fifth single, “Don’t Let Our Love Start Slippin’ Away,” peaked at No.2 on the charts. The album was released in September 1992. Donning an aquamarine dress embellished with gold stars, Underwood put her powerhouse vocals on full display as Gill watched on from the star-studded audience. 12) at The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee. The song went on to earn Gill two GRAMMY-Awards following its 1985 release. It’s just an honor to get to be here.”

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Cody Johnson Honors Vince Gill With Cover Of “When I Call Your ... (Whiskey Riff)

If you're looking for a classic country heartbreaker... look no further. Some of country's best, including Emmylou Harris, Reba McEntire, Rodney Crowell, ...

“You dedicated your life to country music, I personally want to thank you for that because it’s given me the courage to dedicate my life to country music. One of the truest examples of pure country music in the mainstream right now, CoJo took the stage to honor Vince with a cover of “When I Call Your Name.” [Vince Gill](http://whiskeyriff.com/tag/vince-gill) for the latest edition of CMT Giants.

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