CMT News

Brad Paisley has set April 19 as the release date for his new album, This Is Country Music. Paisley performed the title track at the CMA Awards last month and issued the song as the album's lead single. The song will be available as a free download for one week starting Monday (Dec. 13) on ThisIsCountryMusic.com, then for sale at digital retailers on Dec. 21. Paisley released a double album of radio singles and concert material, titled Hits Alive, last month.