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CMA Music Festival Puts The Spotlight on Fans

by celebuzz on Jun. 9, 2008 01:25 PM / 6 Comments

CMA prom queen Carrie Underwood took to the stage at the CMA Music Festival over the weekend. According to critics who have listened to Jessica Simpson's foray into country music, Underwood is the act to follow.

Of the initial critical response to her shot at Underwood-lite, Jessica says, "A lot of people have listened to 'Come On Over' and told me, 'I really wanted to hate it, but I like it.' "

As for Underwood, she has more fans right now than she can handle. The American Idol winner hosted a massive fan-club party at the Grand Ole Opry House.

The "Jesus Take The Wheel" singer told USA Today, "I always think bigger is better; so that's what we did."

And big it was, with Underwood preparing for the event by individually signing 1,200 party favors for her eager fans.

Other notable performers at the event were Taylor Swift, Faith Hill and Jewel, along with a whole slew of down-home superstars.

If this gallery is any indication, blondes with flowing locks tend to do well in country music, so maybe there's hope for Jessica yet.

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“Carrie Underwood gets loud and proud in a bright orange top as she performs at the CMA Music Festival held at LP Field in Nashville, Tennessee on Friday.
Faith Hill, Jewel, Keith Urban, Billy Ray Cyrus, Kellie Pickler and Taylor Swift all came out for the festivities and gave great performances…”

Just Jared

“Keith Urban made a surprise visit to the CMA Music Festival (ala Jessica Simpson) this weekend.

Keith played a full set for the crowd. Nicole was nowhere to be found in the hot Nashville weather, but Keith still had a great time and loved the crowd.”

Socialite Life

“Carrie Underwood has a meet and greet for fans at the Nashville Convention Centre during Day 3 of the CMA Music Festival in Nashville, Tennessee on Saturday.”

Just Jared

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cameronkitty 1 yr 5 mos ago
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Carrie Underwood is amazing. Jessica Simpson doesnt even compare.
blondebomb33 1 yr 5 mos ago
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I love both of them!! The festival must've been amazing. The two should sing a song together! LOL
mynameisearl 1 yr 5 mos ago
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i listened to "Come on over" and i really wanted to hate it, and i DID.
rockinout 1 yr 5 mos ago
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what a borefest. country music sux
buzzbuddy 1 yr 5 mos ago
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I wonder what Tony thinks about Jessica's new song?
katie999 1 yr 5 mos ago
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beautiful!