During an Opry performance earlier this summer, Underwood viewed an on-stage video reel of the past five years of Opry appearances. The superstar reacted, “It’s so hard to believe it’s been five years, but what an amazing five years it has been. Just watching that video, I was getting a little teary-eyed, thinking about how I felt when all of that was happening. And I still feel that blessed and that honored to be on this stage.”

Underwood performed her seventh Opry sold-out show of the summer this past Saturday, August 10.

The popular hosts used “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock” to make the announcement when the special aired tonight on ABC.

“Carrie and Brad are the consummate hosts,” said Ed Hardy, President of the CMA Board of Directors. “They have the respect of our industry, artistic credibility, critical acclaim, and a quick-witted, genuine rapport that makes them popular with our audience and the viewers at home. We are delighted to have them back as hosts for the sixth year.”

“This is the first time Nicole by OPI has ever designed a signature shade for one of our celebrity partners! We are excited to share this news with both music and nail fans – isn’t that everyone?” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Nicole by OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director.

“In working closely with Carrie, we came up with 14 nail lacquers that truly encapsulate her soulful spirit and showcase different facets of her personality,” adds Weiss-Fischmann. “With shades as American as Apple Pie, you’ll get Carrie’d Away by her Southern Charm!”

Nicole by OPI formulas are long-lasting, fast-drying, and salon-quality. Available at mass retailers, this limited edition promotion will also debut the NEW Nicole logo. For more information, visit nicolebyopi.com. Follow Nicole by OPI on Twitter @NicoleByOPI and become a Facebook fan!

As part of the excitement leading up to the August 13 release of the DVD, fans can now take part in the exclusive The Blown Away Tour: LIVE DVD Release Party Fly-a-way Sweepstakes, where the grand prize winner will receive a trip for two to meet Carrie and attend a private DVD release party prior to the release date.

Fans can enter the Fly-a-way Sweepstakes between now and 11:59 PM CT on July 26, 2013.

Also, for anyone who got to see Carrie in concert on her Blown Away Tour, 10 lucky winners who include the hashtag #BlownAwayLive in a tweet about their favorite memory from the tour will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries to win an autographed copy of The Blown Away Tour: LIVE DVD.

Fans can enter the Carrie Underwood The Blown Away Tour: LIVE DVD Twitter Sweepstakes between now and 11:59 PM CT on September 19, 2013.

Complete rules and details for the Fly-a-way Sweepstakes and the DVD giveaways can each be found on www.CarrieUnderwoodOfficial.com.

Filmed this past March, The Blown Away Tour: LIVE DVD features nearly 100 minutes of performance footage, including Carrie’s current smash single, “See You Again,” as well as many of her #1 hits, with such favorites as “Before He Cheats,” “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” and “Blown Away.” The live concert was directed by Christian Lamb and produced by Domenic Cotter.

Alongside the performance footage are exclusive bonus clips, produced and directed by Todd Cassetty, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the tour, including interviews with Carrie and Raj Kapoor, tour director responsible for the large production and effects that defined the remarkable visual elements of “The Blown Away Tour.”

Additional content includes a photo gallery, as well as all four of the music videos from Carrie’s Platinum-certified Blown Away album: “Good Girl,” “Blown Away,” “Two Black Cadillacs,” and “See You Again.”

DVD audio for The Blown Away Tour: LIVE will be in Dolby® 5.1 and stereo.

The Blown Away Tour: LIVE is available for pre-order at http://smarturl.it/blownawaylive.

A portion of each ticket sale will be donated to the Stars Scholarship Fund. Stars is dedicated to promoting an equal opportunity for advancement in higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students in the South Texas area. Visit StarsScholarship.org to learn more.

Please be sure to visit the events page for further instructions on how to purchase your pre-sale tickets to make sure you’re ready before the pre-sale start time listed below.

NON-TICKETMASTER PRE-SALE STARTING TUESDAY, JULY 9TH AT 10AM LOCAL VENUE TIME
The pre-sale below end on Thursday, July 11th at 9PM Local Venue Time. Public on-sales starts on Friday, July 12th at 10AM Local Venue Time.

• Sept 6 – Hidalgo, TX – State Farm Arena

How to purchase pre-sale tickets:

1. Login to the the Carrie Underwood Fan Club using your Clique ID

2. Click on Events, find the show date, click on “more info” and find the password on the event details page.

A portion of each ticket sale will be donated to the Stars Scholarship Fund. Stars is dedicated to promoting an equal opportunity for advancement in higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students in the South Texas area. Visit StarsScholarship.org to learn more.

Please be sure to visit the events page for further instructions on how to purchase your pre-sale tickets to make sure you’re ready before the pre-sale start time listed below.

NON-TICKETMASTER PRE-SALE STARTING TUESDAY, JULY 9TH AT 10AM LOCAL VENUE TIME
The pre-sale below end on Thursday, July 11th at 9PM Local Venue Time. Public on-sales starts on Friday, July 12th at 10AM Local Venue Time.

• Sept 5 – Corpus Christi, TX – American Bank Center

How to purchase pre-sale tickets:

1. Login to the the Carrie Underwood Fan Club using your Clique ID

2. Click on Events, find the show date, click on “more info” and find the password on the event details page.

Thank you to everyone who attended the Fan Club party in person or tuned in online this year. We had such a blast and hope you had a great time too! Photos from the party are now available to view in the media section on CarrieUnderwood.fm – click here to take a look!

Become an Official Carrie Underwood Fan Club Member today to gain access to these exclusive pre-sales. Click here to join now!

Non-Ticketmaster Pre-Sale Starting Wednesday, June 19th at 10AM Local Venue Time

The pre-sale below ends on Friday, June 21st at 9PM Local Venue Time. Public on-sale for this date starts on Saturday, June 22nd at 9AM Local Venue Time. Find your non-Ticketmaster unique pre-sale code on the events page under “Other Upcoming Ticket Pre-Sales”.

August 18 – Mt. Pleasant, MI – Soaring Eagle Casino

Visit CarrieUnderwood.fm/events for The Blown Away Tour listings including newly announced Spring 2013 dates.