CMT Crossroads Rocks
Original Air Date: Sept. 16 2011
The critically-acclaimed series CMT Crossroads celebrates unforgettable rock songs from past collaborations.performances from the Doobie Brothers and Luke Bryan, .38 Special and Trace Adkins, Steve Miller Band and Kenny Chesney, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss and many more.
The Doobie Brothers and Luke Bryan
Original Air Date: June 24 2011
Legendary rockers the Doobie Brothers join country chart-topper Luke Bryan for an exciting new episode of CMT Crossroads. Classic rock and country collide as the stars perform the Doobie Brothers' hits including "Black Water," "Long Train Runnin'" and "China Grove," along with Bryan's "Rain Is a Good Thing," "Do I" and "Country Girl (Shake It for Me)." Don't miss a moment of all the high-energy fun.
The Pretenders and Faith Hill
Live From Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam
Original Air Date: February 5, 2011
Tune in for an all-new, live version of this fan-favorite series when Crossroads heads to Super Bowl XLV. Watch CMT Crossroads: The Pretenders and Faith Hill Live From Pepsi Super Bowl Fan Jam as Hill joins forces with the Pretenders in Grand Prairie, Texas. You won't want to miss a minute as these stars rock the house with collaborations of their biggest hits. You'll also see revealing footage of Hill and Chrissie Hynde behind the scenes.
Train and Martina McBride
Original Air Date: November 20, 2010
Grammy Award-winning group Train rolls into Nashville to share the stage with one of country music's most powerful vocalists, Martina McBride. Recorded at Rocketown in Nashville, their installment of CMT Crossroads is sure to please. Watch their live performance of Train singles including "Hey Soul Sister" and "Drops of Jupiter (Tell Me)," along with McBride hits including "Independence Day" and "Ride."
The Steve Miller Band and Kenny Chesney
Original Air Date: July 9, 2010
Classic rock meets crowd-pleasing country as the Steve Miller Band and Kenny Chesney share the spotlight on the latest installment of CMT Crossroads. Tune in as Steve Miller and Chesney share the stage for performances of "Abracadabra," "The Joker," "Living in Fast Forward" and much more at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
John Mayer and Keith Urban
Original Air Date: June 18, 2010
Grammy-winning artists John Mayer and Keith Urban share the stage for an unforgettable night of music you won't want to miss. Watch as they collaborate on Urban's hits including "'Til Summer Comes Around," along with his feel-good single, "Sweet Thing." The superstars will also team up on Mayer's singles, "Perfectly Lonely" and "Gravity." And be sure to pay attention to the true talent of these musicians as they wail on their guitars.
Jimmy Buffett and Zac Brown Band
Original Air Date: March 19, 2010
Known for his high-energy sold-out shows, beach-inspired tropical tunes and devoted and enthusiastic fans, singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett will share the stage with this year's Grammy winner for best new artist -- the Zac Brown Band. You won't want to miss this unforgettable collaboration as they perform "Chicken Fried," "Toes," "Margaritaville" and much more before a live audience in Nashville.
Bryan Adams and Jason Aldean
Original Air Date: June 26, 2009
Rock and country truly collide as Bryan Adams and Jason Aldean team up for a CMT Crossroads you'll never forget. With a career spanning three decades, Adams continues to sell out concerts the world over. And Aldean has already found massive success in his rising fame with six consecutive smash hits and the release of his third album, Wide Open. Tune in as these stars collaborate on Aldean's well-known tracks such as "She's Country" and "Hicktown," as well as Adam's single, "Summer of '69," and "Run to You."
Shooter Jennings and Jamey Johnson
Original Air Date: March 23, 2009
One's the son of country music royalty, while the other is an award-winning singer-songwriter. You won't want to miss the rockin' collaboration of Shooter Jennings and Jamey Johnson as they take the stage before an invitation-only audience in Nashville. These longtime friends intertwine rock and country as they tackle Jennings' "It Ain't Easy," along with Johnson's Grammy-nominated single, "In Color," and many more hits.
Def Leppard and Taylor Swift
Original Air Date: November 8, 2008
Great music knows no boundaries as Great Britain's premiere arena rock band and a country superstar take the stage together in Nashville. You won't want to miss it as Def Leppard and Taylor Swift collaborate on each others' hits in front of an invitation-only audience. Tune in as the rockers join Swift on chart toppers such as "Our Song" and "Love Story." Also featured are Def Leppard classics including "Pour Some Sugar on Me" and "Photograph."
38 Special and Trace Adkins
Original Air Date: September 27, 2008
Southern rock and country collide as CMT Crossroads brings 38 Special and Trace Adkins together for one unforgettable, rockin' evening. Taped before an invitation-only audience in Nashville, 38 Special and Adkins collaborate on some of the country star's biggest hits including "You're Gonna Miss This," "Chrome" and "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk." Also featured are 38 Special classics including "Caught Up in You," "Rockin' into the Night" and "Hold on Loosely."
Maroon 5 and Sara Evans
Original Air Date: May 9, 2008
CMT Crossroads brings together Grammy-winning pop band Maroon 5 and one of country's hottest superstars, multi-platinum artist and 2006 ACM female vocalist of the year Sara Evans. Taped before an invitation-only audience in Nashville, Maroon 5 and Evans sing some of the country songbird's biggest hits including "I Could Not Ask for More" and "Some Things Never Change." Also featured are the Maroon 5 hits "This Love," "She Will Be Loved" and "Won't Go Home Without You." They pay homage to Don Henley with their unique rendition of "Leather and Lace."
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss
Original Air Date: February 11, 2008
Led Zeppelin frontman and legendary rocker, Robert Plant, and bluegrass superstar Alison Krauss share the stage in the new episode of CMT Crossroads, which premieres Feb. 11 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. They perform their own classics as well as songs from their new album, Raising Sand. Plant and Krauss were recently nominated for a Grammy in the best pop collaboration with vocals category for the song "Gone, Gone, Gone (Done Moved On)" from the same album. On CMT Crossroads, Plant and Krauss combine his rock intensity with her angelic grace. The two music icons perform songs from the new album including "Please Read the Letter" and "Rich Woman." They also perform Alison Krauss and Union Station's "The Boy Who Wouldn't Hoe Corn," as well as Led Zeppelin classics "Black Dog" and "When the Levee Breaks." The pair pays homage to the Everly Brothers with their version of "Gone, Gone, Gone (Done Moved On)." Special guest, T Bone Burnett, acclaimed songwriter, performer and Raising Sand producer, joins in the onstage collaboration.
Joss Stone and LeAnn Rimes
Original Air Date: December 7, 2007
Country chanteuse LeAnn Rimes and British soul singer Joss Stone share the stage when genres collide in the newest episode of CMT Crossroads. Both known for their strong vocals and retro stylings, Rimes and Stone will prove, yet again, that great music knows no boundaries.
Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds and Trisha Yearwood
Original Air Date: September 21, 2007
Grammy winners Trisha Yearwood and Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds come together for a concert where music knows no boundaries in CMT Crossroads. Known for their lyric voices and distinctive interpretations, Yearwood and Edmonds give a soulful performance of hits from the pop, country and R&B genres. One of the highest-selling female artists in country music history with over 10 million records sold, Yearwood has earned nine No. 1 hits and 20 Top 10 hits and won multiple awards from the Country Music Association, Academy of Country Music and three Grammys, to name a few. Hailed as a singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Edmonds has won 10 Grammys and numerous other honors from the Billboard Music Awards to the NAACP Image Awards. Taped before an invitation-only audience in Nashville, the show features these two talented musicians taking turns on each other's songs and sharing their views on music.
Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire
Original Air Date: June 24, 2007
Two dynamic women. Two powerhouse voices. Put them together and you have an electrifying combination. CMT Crossroads: Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire pairs America's first Idol with a country music icon for a riveting performance. The concert features the two superstars sharing the spotlight and taking turns on each other's songs. Taped at the legendary Ryman Auditorium for an invitation-only audience, the performance marked Clarkson's first appearance at the famous venue. The platinum-selling pop star recently collaborated with the country icon on McEntire's upcoming duets project, Reba Duets. The first single from that album is their recording of Clarkson's hit, "Because of You." The duet was the natural culmination of a friendship that began five years ago when Clarkson made her admiration of McEntire known to the world. CMT Crossroads provides the perfect platform for these two talented women to showcase their music and their friendship
Bruce Hornsby and Ricky Skaggs
Original Air Date: February 24, 2007
Bruce Hornsby and Ricky Skaggs bring their love of musical diversity to CMT Crossroads, filmed in front of an invitation-only audience in Nashville.
Lindsey Buckingham and Little Big Town
Original Air Date: December 2, 2006
Rock icon Lindsey Buckingham and popular country group Little Big Town share the stage for this episode of CMT Crossroads.
Steve Earle and Rosanne Cash
Original Air Date: September 15, 2006
Steve Earle and Rosanne Cash have been friends since the early 1980s and their similar paths and collaborations serve as the foundation for this episode ofCMT Crossroads. The performance was taped at Manhattan Center Ballroom in New York City.
Bonnie Raitt and Lyle Lovett
Original Air Date: February 11, 2006
Bonnie Raitt and Lyle Lovett have known each other for years and mounted a summer shed tour together in 2002, performing the songs which their multitudes of fans have come to know and love. Now, they take to the CMT stage before a Nashville invitation-only audience for an unforgettable episode of CMT Crossroads.
Bon Jovi and Sugarland
Original Air Date: September 16, 2005
New Jersey-based rockers Bon Jovi and certified platinum country trio Sugarland unite for an episode of the critically acclaimed series CMT Crossroads. Before an invitation-only audience at New York's Hammerstein Ballroom, Bon Jovi and Sugarland performed songs from both groups, including the Bon Jovi hits "Livin' on a Prayer," "Wanted Dead or Alive" and "You Give Love a Bad Name," as well as Sugarland's hit, "Baby Girl." This episode also includes the premiere live performance of "Who Says You Can't Go Home?" -- a collaboration from Bon Jovi's album, Have a Nice Day, featuring Sugarland lead singer, Jennifer Nettles.
Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers
Original Air Date: November 26, 2005
They have been friends for more than two decades, collaborated on numerous projects, sold more than 200 million albums combined, and now they are reuniting musically for the first time in nearly 20 years for CMT Crossroads. Along with stellar performances during the once-in-a-lifetime performance of the musical hits known around the world, this episode of CMT Crossroads includes intimate and comical moments with Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers discussing their professional collaboration and personal stories surrounding their 25-year friendship.
Los Lonely Boys and Ronnie Milsap
Original Air Date: June 17, 2005
This episode of CMT Crossroads gives pop trio Los Lonely Boys an opportunity to share the stage with one of their musical heroes, Ronnie Milsap. Milsap was one of the major figures of country music in the 1970s, developing a hybrid of country and pop that brought him a large audience. His hits include "It Was Almost like a Song," "Smoky Mountain Rain," "No Gettin' Over Me" and "Any Day Now."
John Fogerty and Keith Urban
Original Air Date: February 19, 2005
This episode of CMT Crossroads pairs two of the most electrifying guitarists and performers to hit the stage -- legendary rocker John Fogerty and country star Keith Urban. The show was taped in front of an invitation-only audience in Los Angeles
Lynyrd Skynyrd and Montgomery Gentry
Original Air Date: December 10, 2004
Southern rock and country rebels collide for a rowdy episode of CMT Crossroads when Lynyrd Skynyrd join forces with Montgomery Gentry.
Heart and Wynonna
Original Air Date: July 9, 2004
This episode of CMT Crossroads brings together three women with powerhouse voices: classic rock pioneers Heart (sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson) and country star Wynonna.
John Mayer and Brad Paisley
Original Air Date: May 14, 2004
This episode of CMT Crossroads pairs two young artists who share a talent for master musicianship and a passion for creative songwriting -- John Mayer and Brad Paisley
Toby Keith's Shock 'n Y'all Super Bowl Party
Original Air Date: January 31, 2004
Toby Keith's Shock 'N Y'All Super Bowl Party: A CMT Crossroads Special will kick-off the country's biggest sporting event and will be telecast live from Houston, the home of Super Bowl XXXVIII. The show, which is part of the National Football League Super Bowl Concert Series, will feature special musical performances by Keith, his band and a gathering of very special friends. Scheduled to join Keith are Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, Texas legend and collaborator Willie Nelson; Sammy Hagar; Darryl McDaniels (DMC); Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers); and jazz musician Wayman Tisdale.
Dave Matthews and Emmylou Harris
Original Air Date: January 9, 2004
Dave Matthews and Emmylou Harris come together on CMT Crossroads for an episode taped in New York City. "She just opened her mouth and that sound happened from her," Matthews tells CMT, about the first time he sang with Harris. "It was so phenomenal to be in the same room with [her voice] because it is just exceptional.
Pat Benatar and Martina McBride
Original Air Date: December 12, 2003
CMT Crossroads brings together two of the most powerful voices in all of music with the pairing of rocker Pat Benatar and country star Martina McBride.
Melissa Etheridge and Dolly Parton
Original Air Date: November 28, 2003
Rock star Melissa Etheridge and country legend Dolly Parton, two of the most dynamic and eloquent singer-songwriters in all of music, are brought together for this episode of CMT Crossroads. This is the first CMT Crossroads pairing of two women in the series' history.
John Mellencamp and Kenny Chesney
Original Air Date: October 3, 2003
During CMT Crossroads, Chesney and Mellencamp sing several of their best-known hits, including "R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A." and "Young." What really comes through, however, is the duo's ability to entertain an audience. As veteran performers will tell you, entertaining is not a talent that develops overnight.
Ray Charles and Travis Tritt
Original Air Date: December 6, 2002
Travis Tritt seems electrified to share the stage with one of the great musical legends, Ray Charles, even declaring at one point that Charles deserves to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
James Taylor and Dixie Chicks
Original Air Date: October 18, 2002
James Taylor and the Dixie Chicks obviously went to great lengths to tweak and even revamp arrangements for CMT Crossroads. The Dixie Chicks obviously think James Taylor is cool. In his understated way, Taylor is cool. He's a master of the stage, studio and whatever solitary place he visits when he writes his songs. A highlight of the taping came from Natalie Maines' dazzling rendition of Taylor's "Sweet Baby James," a lovely example of how pop songs and a country voice can intersect gracefully.
Sheryl Crow and Willie Nelson
Original Air Date: June 16, 2002
Willie Nelson and Sheryl Crow met first in 1999 when they were part of a New York tribute concert honoring Johnny Cash. Nelson and Crow opened their CMT Crossroads taping with "Jackson," one of the songs they performed at the Cash tribute. As they did in New York, Nelson played Cash to Crow's June Carter.
Elton John and Ryan Adams
Original Air Date: May 26, 2002
"Let's see if you know this one," Elton John says modestly, leading into his classic "Tiny Dancer." Of course, the crowd knows it. Less familiar, however, is Ryan Adams, the shy young man who shares vocals with John. Coming out of Raleigh, N.C..
The mutual affection between the songwriters comes through during their hour-long Crossroads special. They tease each other in behind-the-scenes interviews and on stage. Even when Adams occasionally misses a note, John maintains his bright, approving smile. Most of the time, their voices and styles blend wonderfully, especially on the country classic "He'll Have to Go."
ZZ Top and Brooks & Dunn
Original Air Date: April 21, 2002
Brooks & Dunn joined ZZ Top to country-lick several of the rock band's classics while taping for CMT Crossroads. Ronnie Dunn handled lead vocals on "She Loves My Automobile"; Kix Brooks moved up front to sing "Rough Boy." ZZ Top themselves took charge on "Gimme All Your Lovin'" and "La Grange," but the songs assumed a country flavor with backing from Brooks & Dunn and the duo's ensemble of fiddle, guitar and steel players. Likewise, Brooks & Dunn signature tunes such as "Boot Scootin' Boogie" and "Hard Workin' Man" took on more of a rock edge, laced with patented, grungy blues-groove guitar from ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons.
Kid Rock and Hank Williams Jr.
Original Air Date: February 17, 2002
This episode of CMT Crossroads gives Kid Rock the opportunity to indulge his country leanings and show his genuine admiration for Hank Williams Jr., his country rebel hero and musical partner for the program. The show consists of nine full or partial musical performances with the stars collaborating on Kid Rock's "Cowboy," Hank Ballard's classic R&B hit "Finger Poppin' Time" and several songs from Williams' repertoire. The country legend's longtime backup group, The Bama Band, provides musical support. With Williams sitting out, Kid Rock performs "Lonely Road of Faith," a Southern rock-flavored ballad. Accompanying himself on resonator guitar, Williams goes it solo on "Tee Tot Song," a new song about street musician Rufus Payne, who coached a young Hank Sr. on how to play guitar and sing the blues.
Elvis Costello and Lucinda Williams
Lucinda Williams and Elvis Costello hardly qualify as mainstream country artists, but each has absorbed traditional Southern music, written country songs and had a long affinity with Nashville. The stars of the debut episode sing two duets, Costello's "Poisoned Rose" and a fiery version of Williams' "Changed the Locks." They provide backing vocals for each other on four songs -- including a Rolling Stones cover -- and Williams' road band plays throughout.