Carrie Underwood prepares to embark on major tour away from family

Carrie Underwood may not be going off on tour for another two months, but she sure is ready to get back to work!MORE: Why Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher was nervous during her recent performanceDespite her tour being a while away, she is still keeping busy, and just left fans in total anticipation as she gave them a new and exciting career update.The star is set to take on the stage sooner than October, but a totally different one than her usual residency and tour set-up.WATCH: Carrie is unrecognizable in incredible video from the 1990sMORE: Carrie Underwood debuts special transformation - and fans are obsessedCarrie took to Instagram to announce that come September, she would be kicking off the highly-anticipated return of Sunday Night Football.Football season starts back up on 11 September, and while some fans might be tuning in to watch the games, hundreds of thousands also can't wait to see the songstress kick off opening night.It appears like she is ready to steal the show away from the athletes, as the photo used for the exciting announcement already commands all of the attention.

Brian Steinberg Senior TV EditorCarrie Underwood doesn’t have to open NBC Sports’ “Sunday Night Football” all by herself.The show, one of TV’s most-watched programs each year, hopes to take on new relevancy this season by incorporating scenes from each week’s host city and activity from the stadium in the opening segment starring Carrie Underwood.Fans have seen the famous singer belting out “Waiting All Day for Sunday Night” for years. NBC hopes dedicating a film crew to capturing the action around the game on the day it’s played will add a boost to the proceedings and get fans more engaged.“This season, with stadiums full again, we wanted to get that sense of reality and optimism and energy – and the more authentic connection that comes with that,” says Tripp Dixon, creative director for the show open for each of the past 10 years.

Carrie Underwood is never sitting still and is always on the road performing around the world.MORE: Carrie Underwood dazzles in sheer dress as she celebrates joyous newsAs a result, the 39-year-old is always looking for new ways to push herself, and not too long ago she did just that - much to the worry of her husband Mike Fisher.Back in April, the former American Idol winner wowed the crowds Nashville Municipal Auditorium when she performed her song, Ghost Story, with some impressive aerial acrobatics.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher's love story Mike - who tends to stay relatively private about his personal life both on social media and in interviews - gave a rare comment about his wife's brave decision during a chat with ET.SEE: Carrie Underwood's sculpted legs in tiny shorts leave fans stunned MORE: Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher pleads for help in rare postHe said: "I was a little bit nervous. I watched some of the [performance] when she first started to do it, but I mean that was crazy."Carrie, on the other hand, took it all in her stride.

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Carrie Underwood took to social media with a special transformation for fans Friday as she debuted her brand new filter on Instagram.MORE: Simon Cowell reveals bold prediction for Carrie Underwood after phenomenal AGT performanceThe new feature is in aid of the star's new song Ghost Story and allows fans to get the look from the cover of the new track. Carrie showed fans how she looked after applying the exciting new effect - and they couldn't get enough!WATCH: Carrie Underwood wowed fans with her sneak peek album video Captioning the clip, the mother-of-two penned: "Get the look from my #GhostStory cover with this fun new Instagram filter!"READ: Carrie Underwood gets fans talking with girls' night out photoSEE: Carrie Underwood's son made the sweetest mishap concerning his famous momOne enthused fan replied: "Beautiful as always‼️" with three flame emojis.

America's Got Talent live shows kicked off with a bang on 9 August, with the season 17 acts bringing their best performances to the stage yet.MORE: Divisive AGT live performance leaves Simon Cowell speechlessThe bar was high for Terry Crews' golden buzzer act Avery Dixon, but after the saxophone player gave it everything he had, the judges and audience were left in awe.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood is unrecognizable in incredible 1990s videoAfter his set that brought the house down, Simon Cowell was left suitably impressed and went on to make a bold prediction for Avery."I want to say something," he started. "I know we say a lot of 'You're going to be a star etc', I promise you, Avery, since we met you, something's changed.MORE: Sofia Vergara teases return to AGT after absence from judge cuts"I'm going to predict something," he added, then taking fans down memory lane by revisiting his first taste of Stateside fame with American Idol."I said this about Carrie Underwood years and years and years ago on another show, which is…you're going to be a superstar.A post shared by America's Got Talent - AGT (@agt)Avery Dixon's performance blew the judges away"I promise you, Avery.

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Faith Hill and Tim McGraw have been serious couple goals since they have been together, which has been almost thirty years.MORE: Tim McGraw & Faith Hill's daughter Gracie mourns death of 'legend' Olivia Newton-JohnThe two further established themselves as iconic with both of their respective careers in music, plus, proved to be truly great partners when starring side by side one another in their hit show 1883, a prequel to Paramount's Yellowstone.Though their careers have been intertwined for years, they also know how to do their own thing, and with Tim off on tour and their daughters, Gracie, Maggie and Audrey all grown up and following their own paths, that's exactly what they've been doing this summer.WATCH: Tim and Faith's love storyMORE: Audrey McGraw is the ultimate fashionista in stunning new vacation photos with famous familySince wrapping up the first season of 1883 in February, the father-of-three has kept up working by picking up his other career, singing, and has been on tour all throughout the summer.

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Carrie Underwood is enjoying a bit of time away from the spotlight before she hits the road quite soon, and fans can't wait for her return.MORE: Carrie Underwood's son made the sweetest mishap concerning his famous momIn the meantime, the singer is having as much fun as she can, sharing a rare personal photo on her Instagram that captured the moment.VIDEO: Carrie Underwood is unrecognizable in incredible 1990s videoShe shared a picture of herself surrounded by friends as they enjoyed a girls' night out, although their significant others were included.However, they were hidden away, as Carrie explained in her caption, writing: "Girls' night! OK, so, the guys were there, too, but we were doing our best to pretend they weren't! MORE: Carrie Underwood sports braces and braids in head-turning school photo"I am so lucky to be surrounded by so many amazing ladies! [heart emoji] you guys!!!" she concluded.Even in a more casual setting, Carrie managed to stand out with her put-together look, opting for a white floral blouse with a plunging V-neck neckline and blue jeans that displayed her toned legs.

Carrie Underwood wasn't looking for marriage when she met former NHL player Mike Fisher. MORE: Carrie Underwood marks Fourth of July in bittersweet postThe Canadian sportsman was friends with Carrie's bass player Mike Childers, who invited the hockey star to one of their shows. Carrie and Mike hit it off, but living in different countries and having busy careers meant they didn't see each other for another three months.WATCH: Carrie Underwood's love story with husband Mike Fisher is so romantic                The two finally enjoyed their first date on New Year's Eve 2008 and a year later Mike proposed at Carrie's parents home with a stunning halo setting ring with pavé diamonds along the sides.

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Lady A has postponed their tour, sharing the emotional news that band member Charles Kelley was beginning a "journey to sobriety".MORE: Inside country music singers' jaw-dropping homes: Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert + moreHillary Scott, Dave Haywood and Charles said in a statement on social media that the decision to push their Request Line Tour to 2023 was "hard but important" as they are a "family".WATCH: Miranda Lambert shares surprising news about CMA performance"We have decided to postpone our Request Line Tour until next year. Being on the road with our fans is our greatest joy, so it was a hard but important decision to make," it began."We are a band, but more importantly…we’re family.

Carrie Underwood's husband Mike Fisher is not very active on social media – so when he does post, it's always for a reason close to his heart.READ: Carrie Underwood's troubling weight loss journey revealedThe former ice hockey player – who was captain of the Nashville Predators – took to Instagram to make an impassioned plea to his followers in which he urged them to vote in the election for Tennessee State Senate District 27 when the polls open on 4 August.WATCH: Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher's love storyMike has thrown his support behind candidate Gary Humble, officially endorsing him for State Senate to represent Williamson County. Posting on his Stories, Mike shared a photo of him in his Predators jersey alongside the message: "State Senate Gary Humble Tennessee. Now endorsed by Mike Fisher."Mike also wrote a personal message, which read: "If you are in TN state senate district 27.

Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett and more for CMA Fest. The three-hour special airs Wednesday, Aug.

Barbara Mandrell has been retired for over two decades, but she remains an essential member of the Grand Ole Opry, 50 years later. The Grammy award winner celebrated her 50th anniversary of becoming a member of the coveted community, by making a rare appearance at the venue.  The country music singer was graced by a rendition of her notable song, "I Was Country Before Country Was Cool," by eight-time Grammy Award winner, Carrie Underwood.

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MORE: Carrie Underwood posts rare photo of sons in heartfelt family update: 'I feel the need to share'"Can't wait to honor one of my heroes, @barbaramandrellmusic, at the @opry in celebration of her 50th Opry anniversary! Watch live tonight on @circleallaccess, YouTube or Facebook at 8/7c," announced Carrie.WATCH: Inside Carrie Underwood's fun date night Carrie looked very young, wearing an orange strapless dress and her signature blond locks were styled in a bouncy blowdry, very different to the boho waves she rocks these days.Barbara is one of the original country stars, and her now-famous tagline is: "She was country when country wasn't cool!"Fans of Carrie had nothing but love for the singing duo. "She’s so INCREDIBLE.

Carrie Underwood has been tremendously busy, giving fans a wide range of songs to include in their summer playlists and a handful of live performances to enjoy.MORE: Carrie Underwood posts rare photo of sons in heartfelt family update: 'I feel the need to share'Twelve new songs are included on her ninth studio album, one of which is the classic country song Ghost Story.The American country singer was one of the newest performers on Apple Music Sessions, covering Ozzy Osbourne's Mama, I'm Coming Home and performing hits from her most recent discography. Apple Music's brand-new, cutting-edge studios in Nashville, Tennessee, was where Carrie recorded her songs.WATCH: Carrie Underwood is unrecognizable in incredible 1990s videoShe is sporting a cropped, oversized black denim jacket with a gold sequined mini skirt for a sophisticated glam country style, and she looks simply stunning while singing an acoustic version of Ghost Story.MORE: Carrie Underwood shares never-before-seen video that gets fans talkingCarrie accessorizes with several rings, a huge black choker, and large round gold earrings.