His fans know full well that Jimmie Allen does it all. This morning, the 2021 ACM New Male Artist of the Year added another feather to his artistic cap. At last, the “Best Shot” singer confirms the rumors are true! He’s part of the Season 30 cast of Dancing with the Stars and he caps
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Tresa has been a passionate and prolific online writer for years, publishing thousands of articles and features in music, television, theatre, and to honor those who bring light to the world in wonderful ways.She is also a teacher, a cancer survivor (so far, by God's grace), an advocate for children, and a devoted pet parent.She never tires of telling the story behind the stage, from the core of the artist’s heart.She has cerebral palsy but refuses to let it have her.Tresa lives out her faith and music is her life- force.
Although buoyant country music superstar Keith Urban always finds a way to keep his artistry and music coming for his faithful fans, lovingly known as monkeys, his performance on Today, this morning, September 3, proves there’s nothing like playing live. Aside from playing “a few festivals” in recent weeks, the guitar guru affirms to co-hosts
Not surprisingly, country music standout Ashley McBryde took the pandemic pause to everything that comprises life in Music City much like her peers– as a gut punch. Last November, for the CMA Awards preview special, Country Strong, the “Girl Going Nowhere” singer-songwriter sat in a circle with contemporaries Jimmie Allen, Darius Rucker, and Charlie Worsham
It’s no understatement to say that Dolly Parton is a born visionary. Long before vision boards were a thing, little Dolly Rebecca Parton sensed her destiny. Her first song, “Little Tiny Tasseltop” came tumbling out before the unparalleled singer-songwriter knew how to read or write. Just five years later, Dolly and her beloved uncle, Bill
Country music songstress and powerful truth-teller Mickey Guyton delivers her piercing, personal truth with a vocal prowess that makes her impossible to miss. The “Black Like Me” singer-songwriter saw the power of a single song create the singular moment which sparks the song to resonate within countless hearts, to an audience of all colors, amid
By any standard, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill earn every accolade of love and respect as country music royalty. Strictly by the numbers and showcasing her mammoth talent, Faith has more Grammys than Tim, but no one disputes how the man in the black hat marshals the creative and social energy to turn the songs
No other genre throws a celebration like country music and it’s no surprise that Keith Urban is usually at the top of any list of performers. The multiple ACM and CMA Award honoree charges up the passion for music and the performing life with his contagious new anthem, “Wild Hearts” and now joins the roster
By her own admission, Dolly Parton loves to sparkle in vibrant colors. The country music marvel deems her high heels, her makeup, and the portable hair she’s free to change on a whim, her wigs, as daily essentials. On the other hand, a peek into Dolly Parton’s daily beauty regimen reveals her faithfulness to many
Guitar virtuoso and veritable country music hitmaker Keith Urban keenly understands the healing power of music. Particularly through these pandemic days when the virus surges two steps ahead of heroic front-line healers, the New Zealand-born Australian singer-songwriter-producer creates songs as a balm to the spirit. Through his own open spirit in collaboration, Urban also reminds
No one calls country music original Jimmie Allen lazy. The ACM Award winner as New Male Artist of the Year for 2021 barely takes a minute to catch his breath between projects. Already this year, the “Best Shot” artist collaborated with a stellar lineup of stars across genres to create The Bettie James Gold Edition.
Dolly Parton defines the essence of the multidimensional artist. Over more than six decades in country music, she continues to create a growing catalog of classic songs. Not even the ageless singer-songwriter herself knows the exact number– only that it’s likely between 3000-4000 odes to her credit. When a trove of Parton songs came to
Seeing a #1 tag next to her name is nothing new to Dolly Parton. The country music legend recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records for her unparalleled success in her industry consistently attributes her chart-topping, timeless catalog of songs, her business savvy, and her lifelong philanthropy to her parents’ legacy of faith and
In so many ways, country music megastar Keith Urban and his acclaimed actress wife, Nicole Kidman, balance the demands of their roles in life. Both feel passionate about their professions and strive to reach their audiences in meaningful ways, beyond attaining their numerous individual awards. Kidman’s powerful portrayal of Virginia Woolf in The Hours garnered
Even more than country music’s “McGraw machine” hitmaker, Tim McGraw, loves a great a song, he cherishes his mega-talented bride of nearly 25 years, Faith Hill, and their three independent, generous, and uniquely-gifted grown daughters. The eldest, Gracie, 24, is an ambassador for self-esteem and body acceptance through her significant social media following. Her candor
Jimmie Allen actually loves seeing his name and the word “sellout” together in the same sentence. The buoyant, genre-blending “Best Shot” artist brings boundless energy to any stage he takes. In tandem, his work ethic outpaces anything seen from contemporaries or colleagues of his age. Jimmie Allen aims to fulfill his dreams and his purpose.
Country music singer-songwriter Mickey Guyton knows that her success is due to more than a decade of displaying all aspects of her talents. From the endless trail of tiny venues along dusty roads to the Grammy stage and making history, Guyton continues to shine and take a bold platform in advocacy for artists of color
If anyone ever takes on the challenge of counting the many magazine covers featuring the effortless, easy smile and piercing gaze of country music megastar, Keith Urban, the final tally will likely go in the millions, just like the sales and the streams for the “One Too Many” singer, songwriter, and producer. Stretched end-to-end, the
Grammy nominee and country music songstress Mickey Guyton truly knows that good things take more than waiting, as the saying goes. Through more than a decade in her career climb, Guyton proved her vocal gifts and soaring range to audience after audience in cross-country venues. She earned ovations and respect from heavy hitters like Brad
No matter how many projects Dolly Parton keeps simmering on her busy stove in life, the national treasure remains a portrait of grace and country music’s welcoming hospitality. This week is no exception. In celebration of her dream come true, a fragrance of her own, the stellar singer-songwriter whipped up a reassuring, faith-affirming “theme song”
It’s hardly a secret that Ashley McBryde is a superlative storyteller in country music. Whether it’s the rollicking, ruinous riffs and ride of “Martha Divine” or “One Night Standards,” the Arkansas-born singer-songwriter lays out truth as bold as her tattoos. Another thing that’s no secret is that Ashley McBryde boldly wears her heart on her
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