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Pistol Annies Draw From Real Life, Marriage for New Album

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:58:58 +0000

Pistol Annies have just released their second album, titled ‘Annie Up,’ and in a new interview, the critically acclaimed country music trio talk about how their real lives helped shape the music they’ve made this time around. “This album is about right now,” Miranda Lambert tells the Tennessean. “When we were doing the first record, [...]

First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:57:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Pistol Annies' Debut 'Hell on Heels' Goes Gold

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:40:32 +0000

What a week for the Pistol Annies. They released their sophomore album 'Annie Up' and celebrated by performing 'Hush Hush' on the 'Today' show. They also got the good news that their debut, the 2011-released 'Hell on Heels,' was certified Gold, which means it moved 500,000 copies!

Pistol Annies Keep Their Problems Under Wraps in Colorful 'Hush Hush' Video

Christina Vinson — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:00:17 +0000

The women of Pistol Annies are off and running with their new 'Hush Hush' video from their sophomore album, 'Annie Up.' It's worth a watch (or two or three), as the three beautiful bandmates are sassy and slyly funny in the clip. Plus, you may recognize a few of the cast members -- Jim Lauderdale and Brenda Lee make appearances.

Pistol Annies Celebrate 'Annie Up' Release by Performing 'Hush Hush' on 'Today'

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 07 May 2013 19:02:02 +0000

Pistol Annies showed off their delightful collective sense of humor while appearing on the ‘Today’ show Tuesday morning (May 7), celebrating the release of their new album ‘Annie Up.’ Miranda Lambert and her bandmates joked around in the pre-performance interview segment, with Angaleena Presley saying that “the good Lord brought us together” and that Jesus is [...]

Pistol Annies, 'Annie Up' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 07 May 2013 14:00:33 +0000

Strong production keeps 'Annie Up' -- the new album from Pistol Annies -- from being something their debut effort certainly was not: boring. The women thrive among thick, bluesy guitars that moan and wail throughout the 12 cuts. It's a throwback sound that fits the trio as well as the daring outfits they've become known for wearing.

Pistol Annies Fight Like Family

Billy Dukes — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 22:00:37 +0000

The Pistol Annies (Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe and Angaleena Presley) are as close as sisters, for better and worse. Recently, the trio shared that they insist on riding the same tour bus together ("We travel in a pack"), but sometimes that means there's nowhere to go when they fight. Oh, yeah -- they fight.

Blake Shelton Opens 2013 ACMs With 'Boys 'Round Here' and a Little Help From His Friends

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:27:49 +0000

Blake Shelton opened the 2013 ACM Awards on Sunday night (April 7) with his new single ‘Boys ‘Round Here’ — and he was joined by a few of his famous friends for a killer live performance. These kinds of awards show guest-fests aren’t always ideal musically, as there are typically too many people on stage [...]

Pistol Annies Reveal Cover Art, Track Listing for 'Annie Up'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 22:00:39 +0000

Pistol Annies are slated to release their hotly-anticipated second album on May 7, and now the country trio have revealed the cover art and track listing for the record, which is titled ‘Annie Up.’ The trio — consisting of Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe and Angaleena Presley — began working on their sophomore effort back in [...]

Pistol Annies, 'Hush Hush' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:00:17 +0000

The themes found on ‘Hush Hush’ — the new single from the Pistol Annies‘ anticipated sophomore album ‘Annie Up’ — work within the portrait of the hard luck, rural America that the trio of women painted on ‘Hell on Heels.’ One recognizes a few characters, but one element is missing: Danger. Listening to ‘Hush Hush’ [...]

Pistol Annies Begin Work on Second Album

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:00:28 +0000

New music is on the way from Pistol Annies, according to the group's most recognizable member. Miranda Lambert took to her official Twitter account this week to share the news that the 'Takin' Pills' trio is back in the studio working on their sophomore album.

Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe Books Release Date for New Solo Album

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:00:49 +0000

Singer-songwriter Ashley Monroe is stepping into the spotlight spawned by her work with Pistol Annies to shine a little on her own. Hippie Annie, as she’s known in the group, is releasing her very first solo album on Warner Music Nashville. ‘Like a Rose’ will be available digitally on December 18, with the physical release to [...]

Train Release 'Bruises' Video Featuring Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe

Megan Pacella — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 19:30:31 +0000

The pop group Train isn't typically considered a cross-over country act, though the lead singer has worked with Martina McBride in the past. Now that they've teamed up with Pistol Annies' Ashley Monroe, they are making some concrete roads through the country genre. This week, the band premiered their music video for 'Bruises' which features Monroe.

Did Neil Young Almost Cause the 'Pistol Annies' to Pee Their Pants?

Jeff Easterling — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 19:53:38 +0000

Neil Young quoted the “Pistol Annies” in his new book, and the girls freaked out, and almost pee’d their pants. We all appreciate hearing that someone likes what we do, but it means even more to you if it comes from someone that you really respect. Neil has a new book out titled “Waging Heavy [...]

Pistol Annies Get Praise From Neil Young

Jessica Nicholson — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:30:10 +0000

The Pistol Annies have already earned a chart-topping debut album, and their single 'Hell on Heels' went gold, selling over 500,000 copies. Now, Miranda Lambert, Angaleena Presley and Ashley Monroe are on a natural high after getting some top praise from Neil Young in his recently released book, Waging Heavy Peace: A Hippie Dream.

Miranda Lambert, Pistol Annies Walk the Red Carpet at 'The Hunger Games' Premiere

Billy Dukes — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 22:00:12 +0000

‘The Hunger Games’ soundtrack is loaded with country music talent, including Miranda Lambert‘s trio Pistol Annies, who have a song called ‘Run Daddy Run’ on the album that hits stores next Tuesday (March 20). It only makes sense that they’d get in on the movie’s debut festivities. On Monday, Lambert, Angaleena Presley and Ashley Monroe walked the red carpet at ‘The Hunger Games’ movie premiere in Los Angeles.

Kelly Clarkson Covers Pistol Annies' 'Hell on Heels'

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:00:27 +0000

Kelly Clarkson is indulging fan requests on her current tour, playing whatever covers her fans request in advance and want to hear. At her Austin, Texas stop, Clarkson went country, something she’s been hinting at doing with her own music. She covered Pistol Annies‘ ‘Hell on Heels,’ musing that the song was requested by multiple people — and likely because she was in Texas. Texans love their Miranda Lambert, who’s one third of the Pistol Annies. Clarkson is also a close friend of Lambert and a native Texan, like her blond pal, so it was the perfect cover song.

Blake Shelton, Pistol Annies + More to Perform at 2011 American Country Awards

Billy Dukes — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:00:48 +0000

The 2011 American Country Awards on Fox is quickly becoming another must watch live television broadcast. Top country talents like Blake Shelton, Pistol Annies and Trace Adkins are on the early list of performers. With over a month to go before the Dec. 5 ceremony, more names are sure to be announced.

Pistol Annies Working With Producer T Bone Burnett

Billy Dukes — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:00:03 +0000

It’s not clear what it is, but Pistol Annies are up to something. The all-female country trio featuring Miranda Lambert, Angaleena Presley and Ashley Monroe are just two months removed from releasing their debut album, but already seem to be working on something new.

Pistol Annies' 'Hell on Heels' Debuts on Top of Billboard's Country Albums Chart

Jeff Giles — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 22:00:38 +0000

Turns out those Pistol Annies are pretty good shots — after setting their sights on chart domination, they delivered with one of the year’s most impressive debuts.

The trio’s first album, ‘Hell on Heels,’ emerged on top of Billboard’s Country Album charts in its first week, moving enough units to also earn a number five debut on the overall Top 200.