Taste of Country Staff hasn't taken a day off since he/she was born in December 2010. Staff is an avid fan of country music and country music only although he/she has a soft spot for artists like Taylor Swift and Kelly Clarkson. Other interests include live music, cold beer, pizza at midnight and photos of country music babies.
Taste of Country Staff
Charles Kelley, ‘Lonely Girl’ [Listen]
Charles Kelley’s “Lonely Girl” was written by “Crash and Burn” writers Chris Stapleton and Jesse Frasure, and one would bet it was written on the same day. Kelley’s follow-up to the Grammy-nominated “The Driver” is a throwback recorded with modern soul.
You Think You Know Reba McEntire?
Reba McEntire really is the hardest working woman in country music. The legend grew up in a rancher's household, meaning she often got more done before sunrise than some do in a week. There were some jobs that weren't for the squeamish ... OK, there's one job in particular that will make a city boy squirm, but during this episode of 'You Think You Know Country?' you'll see how holding a bucket led to holding several CMA and ACM Awards.
You Think You Know Kenny Chesney?
Kenny Chesney is one of country music's biggest stars, but do you know where he got his start in Nashville?
Scotty McCreery’s ‘Southern Belle’ Is No. 1 Yet Again on the Video Countdown
Scotty McCreery is victorious once again with his video for "Southern Belle." He's been battling it out with Home Free, whose "9 to 5" cover comes in at No. 2 this week.
Kenny Chesney, ‘Noise’ [Listen]
Kenny Chesney says “Noise” is his first song with real social importance, and the timing couldn’t be better. Without being political, he takes on politics. Without sounding like a luddite, he challenges technology. Without smelling curmudgeonly, he recalls how things once were.
Check Out Brett Eldredge’s Sexiest (and Silliest) Instagram Photos
Yep, his thirties are looking pretty darn good on Brett Eldredge, and he's not afraid to show it.
Album Spotlight: Blake Shelton, ‘If I’m Honest’
Blake Shelton is a gifted storyteller, but the best songs on If I’m Honest reveal his own scars.
You Think You Know Jason Aldean?
Jason Aldean didn't want to be a country singer growing up. Sure, he picked around a little but his mind was focused on another great American hobby. Find out what he wanted to do and why he fell short, and find out who everyone thought he looked like during this episode of You Think You Know Country?
Dan + Shay, ‘From the Ground Up’ [Listen]
Dan + Shay’s “From the Ground Up” further cements them as the heir apparent to Rascal Flatts. The tender ballad will feel saccharine for only the hardest of hearts. Their story tells of a love every little girl dreams of.
Best Dressed at the 2016 Grammy Awards [Pictures]
Country music brought its fashion A-game to the 2016 Grammy Awards. Whether posing for photos on the red carpet or giving a stellar tribute to a music legend, the men and women of our genre looked hot, hot, classy and hot on Monday night (Feb. 15).
Worst Dressed at the 2016 Grammy Awards [Pictures]
Over a dozen country artists made an appearance at the 2016 Grammys, and some stunned, while others ... didn't. The worst dressed list features six photos from three artists that swung and missed, although we give them credit for swinging.
Here’s a List of the 2016 Grammy Awards Winners
Chris Stapleton and Little Big Town were the early country winners at the2016 Grammy Awards. Both picked up two trophies before the first hour of the CBS broadcast had finished.