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10 Kris Kristofferson Songs That Changed Country Music
Kris Kristofferson led one of the most interesting lives of any songwriter in country music, and it shows in the richly textured and subtly nuanced songs that he wrote. The iconic songwriter started life as the son of a military officer, and he moved around the country before ending up in California, where he graduated high school.
Songwriting Legend Kris Kristofferson Dead at 88
Legendary songwriter Kris Kristofferson has died. The singer, songwriter, actor and country and rock influencer was surrounded by family when he passed on Saturday (Sept. 28) at age 88. No cause of death was given, but family expressed gratitude for their time with him and for his many fans. "Thank...
Luke Bryan’s Farm Tour ASL Interpreter Just Stole the Show [Watch]
No one booty-shakes like Luke Bryan, right? Well, one American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter helping him perform a recent stop on his Farm Tour is giving the country superstar a run for his money. Bryan's 2024 Farm Tour came to Shelbyville, Ky. on Thursday night (Sept. 26), giving fans the...
Bunnie Xo Finally Got Her First Pair of Louboutin Shoes [Watch]
Bunnie Xo had a Cinderella moment recently, after getting not one but three new pairs of shoes from designer Christian Louboutin. Bunnie, a podcast host and Internet personality who is also wife to country superstar Jelly Roll, admits she's never really been a big fan of designer gear. "Those of you who have been following me for a really long time, you guys know that I do not do designer s--t," she said in a video of herself unboxing the new footwear.
Miranda Lambert’s Horses Won a Blue Ribbon at a State Fair [Pictures]
Miranda Lambert isn't the only prize-winning member of her family -- er, "farmily." Earlier this month, the country superstar took a break from her whirlwind album release month to travel to the Oklahoma State Fair to show her horses. The singer shared a recap of the trip on social media, posting a round-up of photos of herself and her horses competing at the fair -- and even coming home with some No. 1 blue ribbon prizes.
Here Are the Lyrics to Jelly Roll’s ‘Winning Streak’
Like many of the songs Jelly Roll has already released, "Winning Streak" is a message of support to anyone struggling with addiction. This time around, though, the singer specifically addresses anyone in the throes of a battle with alcohol. His new song speaks from the perspective of a newly-sober alcoholic walking into his first-ever Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meeting, full of doubt and shame about his out-of-control relationship with alcohol.
Luke Combs is Making Plans to Help Hurricane Victims in His Home State
Luke Combs is taking action to help those affected by Hurricane Helene's devastating storms and flooding across the U.S. southeast. The country star shared a statement on social media on Saturday (Sept. 28), including a special message of support for storm victims in his home state. "Absolutely heartbroken for everyone impacted by Hurricane Helene. Especially my folks in Western North Carolina," he wrote.
Jelly Roll Sings ‘Winning Streak,’ ‘Liar’ on ‘Saturday Night Live’ Debut [Watch]
Jelly Roll capped off a banner weekend in New York, N.Y. -- which also included a sold-out performance at Madison Square Garden -- by making his Saturday Night Live debut. He was the musical guest on the premiere episode of the legendary show's 50th season, joining host Jean Smart and a slew of special guests from a variety of corners of the film and entertainment industry.
Disney+ Is Cracking Down on Shared Passwords
If you are using someone else's Disney+ password, you'd better binge whatever you are behind on soon, because Disney is ready to shut it down. But fear not ... you can share a password now, but it is going to cost you. According to an announcement earlier this week, Disney...
Authorities Warn New York Residents About This Common Fire Hazard
As the weather begins to get colder all across Upstate New York, authorities are warning residents of this common fire hazard. One of the most common ways people try to save on heating is by using space heaters. These small, portable, kerosene or electric heaters allow a homeowner to heat only the rooms where they spend most of their time. However, it is important to remember that these heaters can be dangerous if they are not properly used.
10 Country Stars Who’ve Written Songs About Opioid Addiction
For too many people — in the United States and beyond — opioid dependence is a devastating fact of life. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimate that 16 million people worldwide and more than 2.1 million people in the United States struggle with opioid use disorder, and a 2023 NIH study reveals that only about one in five adults struggling received medication to treat it in 2021.
Good News For Cheaters In New York
It may soon be legal to cheat on your spouse in New York. Currently, adulterers could get hit with a fine or even jail time. If a New Yorker cheats on their spouse and their spouse wants some good "get back" they could have the cheater prosecuted for adultery. According to N.Y. Penal Law § 255.17, adultery is a class B misdemeanor,
Luke Bryan Challenge Video Goes Viral After Fan Finds Guitar [Watch]
Luke Bryan teamed with video challenge content creators AreYouKiddingTV and almost immediately, the clip took off on TikTok. The challenge was simple: The first person to bring Luke Bryan a guitar and play him one of his songs gets $500. Bryan dropped his Mind of a Country Boy album on...
College Football Weekend Preview: Highly Anticipated Match-up
College football fans have been looking ahead to this match-up since toe met leather this season. Saturday night the new look Alabama Crimson Tide welcome in Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs for a top five match-up that almost always lives up to the billing. While both teams come into...
Are Ella Langley and Riley Green Dating? She Finally Answers! [Exclusive]
Ella Langley's “You Look Like You Love Me" featuring Riley Green is probably the biggest love song of 2024 — it's been a viral success, thanks in part to their great chemistry. The duet was nominated for Best Collaboration Song at Thursday night's (Sept. 26) People's Choice Country...
‘Yellowstone’ Used Extreme Security Filming Season 5 to Keep Ending a Secret [Watch]
Yellowstone is set to return for the long-awaited second half of Season 5, and the stars are opening up about the unusual lengths the show went to in order to the ending secret until it airs. In a new behind-the-scenes featurette, the cast of Yellowstone share that while they had...
‘Extreme Makeover: Home Edition': Where Are the Cast Members Now? [Pictures]
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition made stars out if its cast when the reality show ran on ABC from 2004 until 2012. Read on to find out what the stars of the show have been up to since then, and what they're doing today. Who Were the Stars of Extreme Makeover:...
Keith Urban’s Impromptu Sabrina Carpenter Cover on Late Night TV Goes Viral
Keith Urban wowed the the late-night crowd with an impromptu banjo cover that might surprise you. This week on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Urban stopped by to promote his new album, High. Right before leaving the show, the country star pulled out his ganjo (6-string banjo) to show everyone just how talented he is. Check out the surprise performance below.
What Happened to Zach Bryan’s Mom + 10 More Things Fans Need to Know
Zach Bryan is a man of many mysteries. He rarely talks to media, and — depending on the day — is not on X or Instagram. These 11 facts about the "I Remember Everything" singer may help you understand what drives him and his music. Zach Bryan's first...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Now Includes More CNY Schools
Children in four Central New York schools will now receive free books from country superstar Dolly Parton. Today, September 27, it was announced Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is expanding deeper in Herkimer County. The program, which first arrived in the area a little over a year ago, guarantees that every...
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