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Yes, That Is BJ Thomas Singing ‘Walls Will Fall’ During ‘Reagan’ Film Credits [Listen]
B.J. Thomas died in 2021, so it was a surprise to hear him at the end of Reagan, a Ronald Reagan biopic starring Dennis Quaid. "Walls Will Fall" is an apolitical ballad about peace, love and the fall of the Berlin Wall. You'll find it during the closing credits of Reagan, released on Aug. 30.
‘Austin City Limits’ Launching 50th Season Featuring Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton
Austin City Limits is celebrating five decades of music with a star-studded lineup of performances for its 50th season. The "longest-running music program in television history" will return on Saturday, Sept. 28 with seven-time Grammy-winning artist Kacey Musgraves, before Gary Clark Jr. and the Black Pumas officially kick off the landmark season on Oct. 5.
Brantley Gilbert Had to Jump Into the Crowd + Beat Somebody Up at a Show
Brantley Gilbert is a man of conviction, and he's not afraid to be the muscle if a situation warrants it. The "Over When We're Sober" once joked (maybe?) to Taste of Country Nights that when his daughter starts to date, if the guys are anything like he is, he might just "have to stab 'em."
Maren Morris Was ‘Nervous’ to Release One Song After Divorce
Maren Morris says she had some hesitations about putting out music that fans would link to her divorce from her ex-husband, fellow singer-songwriter Ryan Hurd. In a new episode of Dax Shepard's Armchair Expert podcast, Morris points specifically to a song called "This Is How a Woman Leaves," which appears on her Intermission EP — the first project she's put out since she and Hurd finalized their split in January 2024.
Brittany Aldean Did Jason Aldean’s Makeup for a Video Shoot and You Have to Watch
Jason Aldean fans love following his wife, Brittany Aldean, on social media, because she's the one who'll post pictures and videos from their home life — and she's not afraid to show a more vulnerable side of her man. Thanks to Brittany, we get to see Aldean doing things...
Win a Free Team Entry: Dubuque’s Battle of the Bridges Cornhole Tournament Brings Exciting Action to the Five Flags Center
The Five Flags Center is set to host the highly anticipated Battle of the Bridges Cornhole Tournaments on October 11th and 12th, 2024. This exciting two-days of competition promises thrilling fun for participants and spectators alike. Plus, taking home a big payout after a day of playing bags is a huge bonus!
Why Is Nerds Candy Called Nerds? The Sweet Reason Will Make You Smile.
While doing some “research” for an article called 16 Totally Awesome '80s Candies We Were Obsessed With, I stumbled across something that took me right back. You can’t make that list without mentioning the iconic candy, Nerds—but it brought back memories for a whole other reason.
Chase Stokes + Kelsea Ballerini Taking Dog’s Cancer Battle ‘Day by Day’
Kelsea Ballerini and her boyfriend, actor and "dog dad" Chase Stokes, are doing their best to prioritize family time after her dog Dibs' diagnosis of inoperable heart cancer. In a recent interview, Stokes told People that the couple are finding time to "be as a unit as much as humanly possible," despite busy schedules and the upcoming release of Ballerini's Patterns album late next month.
10 Amazing Facts About Iowa’s Most Misunderstood Bird
Iowa is home to a variety of fascinating wildlife, but few creatures are as misunderstood and interesting as the crow. These black-plumed birds are often associated with negative superstitions, death, and evil, but the truth is far more intriguing. Crows are not only hyper intelligent and social but play a vital role in the ecosystem, outside of just eating up carrion. They're also not nearly as scary as Alfred Hitchcock made them out to be in The Birds, but if you wrong them, they may never forget you...
Milk Recall Issued for 27 States, Including Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin
A major milk brand is recalling several types of their product across 27 states, making it a considerably large recall — one that impacts our three states, Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Multiple outlets have confirmed that several types of Lactaid milk are being recalled. Sold across the country, Lactaid...
This ‘Glow Trail’ in a Small Iowa Town is the Largest of Its Kind
If you're someone who loves unique experiences around the state of Iowa, there is a beautiful pathway that is the largest of its kind that is less than two hours away from Dubuque. Located in Vinton, IA, a small city in Benton County, which is also a part of the...
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing on Interstate, Fixes Plane, Takes Off Again [Watch]
For this incredible story, we head just outside Cheyenne, Wy., to a (fortunately) desolate part of Interstate 25. The Dutton family was driving to their daughter's softball game, just minding their own business, when an airplane began to land on the highway right in front of them. Wyoming Highway Patrol...
Keith Urban Epically Pranked Nicole Kidman at the Met Gala [Watch]
Take a look through photos of Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman at red carpet and industry events over the years, and you're bound to notice a theme: These two are always holding hands. Their physical affection is a sweet testament to their enduring love for each other — and it...
Mansion Where Kenny Rogers Spent Last Days Up for Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
The Atlanta-area mansion where Kenny Rogers spent his final days is now up for sale for just under $2.5 million, and pictures show a lavish estate that is well worth that price. Rogers was country music's real estate king during his life, buying and selling a number of top-notch estates...
Carrot Top Once Hosted a Morning Show on Cartoon Network
Carrot Top is one of those people we all know, at least tangentially, but my question is simple: how do you know Carrot Top?. Do you know him as the guy with a trunk or two full of props who occasionally performs on late night TV shows? Do you know him as a perennial cameo appearance on shows like Family Guy and Robot Chicken? During your vacation to Las Vegas, did you happen to catch his show at the Luxor Hotel & Casino? Carrot Top has the longest-running residency in Vegas for a comedian, currently in his 18th year.
Aaron Watson Reveals His Mother Almost Died
Aaron Watson is feeling grateful for close family bonds after his mother suffered a near-death experience. The Texas country singer opened up about his mom's health battle on social media, posting a closeup photo of his hand holding hers as he sits at her bedside. "We almost lost mom on...
Once-Popular Home Food Delivery Service Shutting Down For Good
A home food delivery service that was once the predominant name in the industry is closing up shop. For more than 70 years, Yelloh has been hauling frozen food to homes across the U.S., but you might recognize the company by a much different name. Crowded And Changing Market. You...
Riley Keough Says Lisa Marie Presley ‘Died of a Broken Heart’
In a new interview with People, Lisa Marie Presley's daughter Riley Keough says that her brother Benjamin's 2020 death played a big role in their mother's death. "My mom tried her best to find strength for me and my younger sisters after Ben died, but we knew how much pain she was in," Keough relates. "My mom physically died from the after effects of her surgery, but we all knew she died of a broken heart."
Viral Video Shows Child Guzzling a Beer at University of Texas Football Game
The internet is going nuts over a video of a child chugging a beer at a recent college football game. The moment was captured at a University of Texas football game. The clip shows a child lifting a canned beverage to her mouth several times. Although the drink is nestled in an orange can cooler sleeve, the colors at the top of the can are very similar to that of a Michelob Ultra.
The 20 Saddest Country Songs of the 1980s
In the 1980s, more than ever before, country artists and songwriters were perfecting the art of the story song. They learned to draw fans with a gripping narrative — and often, that made already sad songs even more compelling and tragic. Stars like Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson, George Strait...
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