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Here’s What Kelsea Ballerini Requires Backstage at Every Show
Ballerini was a recent guest on Taste of Country Nights With Evan Paul, and she spilled the tea, literally, on what she requires backstage before each show to get her in the proper headspace. The “Hole in the Bottle” singer said, “Chomps. It’s my new obsession.” Ballerini asked if I...
Michigan Casting Calls: Lights, Camera, Action
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
Grandmother Gets Speeding Ticket While Her Car Is Being Towed
Imagine you are a grandmother, already having a tumultuous day, and then you're hit with a $105 speed-cam ticket for going over the speed limit. The only issue with this is that the grandmother got a speeding ticket while her car was being towed. Joann Gibson of Cleveland said she...
John Denver’s Stunning $8.5 Million Rocky Mountain Paradise for Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
John Denver's former estate in Colorado is up for sale, and pictures show a spectacular property in a pristine setting. The late country and pop superstar's former recording studio and guest house were originally part of his estate in the exclusive Starwood community in Aspen, Colo., which Denver immortalized as "my sweet Rocky Mountain paradise" in his song, "Starwood in Aspen."
Pucker Up! Here Are Some of Country Music’s Best Kisses
There's a lot of love in country music, and our favorite artists aren't afraid to wear their hearts on their sleeves. Couples like Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani, and Kane Brown and his wife Katelyn are known to plant a smooch or two on each other while in public. From award shows and red carpets to shows and everyday life, country music is all about the love.
Willie Nelson Missing 2024 Tour Opening on Doctor’s Orders
Willie Nelson will miss the opening run of shows on the 2024 Outlaw Music Festival Tour due to an unspecified illness. The 91-year-old country icon was slated to kick off the tour on Friday night (June 21) at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Alpharetta, Ga., alongside Bob Dylan, Robert Plant and Allison Krauss and Celisse. However, he won't be able to make the first weekend of shows on "doctor's orders," according to a post on his social media.
Relaxing Fishing Trip Turns into Daring Rescue of Nearly 40 Dogs in Lake
This probably wasn't the big catch they expected to have on this trip. A fishing group that floated out onto a lake in Mississippi recently ended up nabbing boatloads of dogs instead of catfish. Fishing Trip For The Dogs. Bob Grist of Jonesboro, Arkansas and Brad Carlisle of Covington, Tennessee...
‘Redneck Woman,’ ‘Achy Breaky Heart’ Producer Joe Scaife Dies
Joe Scaife — the man behind two of the most ear-catching country songs of all time — died last weekend at age 68. In addition to producing "Redneck Woman" for Gretchen Wilson in 2004 and "Achy Breaky Heart" for Billy Ray Cyrus in 1992, Scaife was a part of hit songs for K.T. Oslin, Montgomery Gentry, Toby Keith, Shania Twain and more.
Michigan Dealership First In US To Sell E-Bikes
Going to the dealership and buying a car fresh off the lot is something that few people have experienced but most of us have dreamt of it. Thinking about what it would feel like to sign that bottom line, receive those keys, and drive off the lot in your dream car, is a feeling we can all imagine. Each dealership has something different about it that draws customers in, this dealership is trying something new.
Country Music’s Most Volatile Marriages — No. 6 Is Just CRAZY!
Country music is all about three chords and the truth, and sometimes the truth isn't pretty. Some of your favorite country stars have lived the heartache they sing about in their songs through very volatile marriages, and some of them have even splashed across the headlines. Contentious marriages are the...
Located Along Michigan’s US-31 This Roadside Memorial Is More Than A Star
The next time you're headed Up North keep an eye out for this remarkable group of trees. Technically it's Star Hill 2, but "Star Hill" as its referred to is located along US-31 near Silver Lake and is often used as a landmark for thrill seekers heading to the nearby Silver Lake Dunes. However, this notable collection of trees is actually a touching tribute.
The Most Country Music Truck You Will Ever See – Video
If you want to stand out the next time you are in traffic, the perfect truck has been found. A TikTok creator, Hank Robinson Engraving, went all out engraving a 2018 F-250 with country music legends from front to back. The truck, which is named "Country State of Mind" was engraved with a Dremel drill for roughly 1,200 hours, according to the creator.
Why Brantley Gilbert Needed Ashley Cooke for ‘Over When We’re Sober’
One of the reasons Brantley Gilbert wanted Ashley Cooke to join him on his new single "Over When We're Sober" is because he knew his famous co-writer couldn't. Gilbert, Brock Berryhill and Justin Wilson wrote the song with Jelly Roll during a songwriting weekend at Lee Brice's farm. "There were...
Why Terri Clark Turned Down $1 Million Playboy Deal
Just imagine turning down $1 million dollars — but keeping it clean comes at a price. Terri Clark is no stranger to country music with '90s hits such as "Poor, Poor Pitiful Me" and "Better Things to Do" under her belt. Just recently, on the Bobby Bones Show, Clark spoke of a time where she had to turn down a life changing amount of cash to keep her "meet and greets" from getting "weird."
Michigan Spot Named One Of The Best Donut Shops In The Nation
Donuts are a popular breakfast choice for kids and adults alike in Michigan but are a great treat any time of day. And while chain donut shops offer a few options, nothing compares to a warm, freshly glazed donut from a local shop. One place in Michigan is now named one of the best places to grab a dozen (or two) delicious donuts.
Country Artists’ Last Pre-Fame Regular Job
As country music fans, we open our favorite music streaming sites, we download and listen to our favorite songs and pay our hard-earned money to go see our favorite artists play live in front of thousands. But, have you ever stopped to think what these uber-famous, successful and wealthy country...
Bride Caught Telling Guests to Put Their Phones Away While Walking Down Aisle
Not everyone apparently thinks weddings are all about the bride. A video of a bride has gone viral after she was seen telling her guests to put their phones away while walking down the aisle. But was this really necessary?. Bride's Instructions To Guests. A short video clip from a...
The Truth About Riley Strain’s Fraternity Brothers
Riley Strain’s family’s personal investigator says the public has been fed a lot of bad information about the 22-year-old's fraternity brothers and their actions the night he went missing. Steve Fischer’s note on X (formerly Twitter) clarifies why it took so long to file a police report and...
The Biggest and Best Firework Displays in Michigan
The summer season is officially here in Michigan and soon it will be July 4, Independence Day. As we celebrate the birth of the United States, there will be fireworks big and small lit throughout the state. Most communities will have their own displays that will be great family fun in their own right.
National Bring Your Dog to Work Day: Country Edition
These days dogs are not just pets — they're family, constant companions and, in some cases, co-workers. It's not uncommon to find pet friendly places around town where dog owners can bring their pups to enjoy coffee, a meal or just a cocktail. In fact, some people would rather spend their time with their pets than other humans.
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