Emmy Russell was fairly timid at the start of her “American Idol” audition — to the extent that the judges had to ask her to repeat her name. As the 25-year-old singer-songwriter from Nashville ...

NASHVILLE -- “American Idol” contestant Emmy Russell performed a moving tribute to her late grandmother, Loretta Lynn, when she competed on the show. But she recently recalled she was “so mad” at the ...

Emmy Russell became a star on “American Idol” last year, in part, because the judges pushed her to come out of her shell and she did that to the best of her abilities in front of the camera. Turns out ...

If anybody was doubting Hardy's down-home bona fides before, they certainly won't be after seeing his 89-year-old grandmother proudly show off the fish she caught. In the video, Grandma Hardy holds up ...

My grandmother was born in Switzerland but left over 70 years ago. I traveled with her and my mom and brother to learn about her youth and family. I have so much gratitude for being able to do this ...

Emmy Russell made a name for herself on American Idol last year, stepping out of her shell as the judges encouraged. But ...

Tayla Lynn honors her grandmother, country music legend Loretta Lynn, with her new album Singin' Loretta — featuring 11 heartfelt renditions of Loretta's iconic hits and hidden gems. Out May 30th.