Laura Hostelley

Remember Garth Brooks’ First No. 1 Hit?
He went from small-town Oklahoma boy to Nashville country superstar in the drop of a single.

Sam Hunt Shares Awkward Valentine’s Day Memory
Sam Hunt's music is littered with smooth lines and romantic melodies that would make any girl swoon for the country heartthrob. But there was once a time when Hunt's words were rough around the edges and not earning him any Grammy nominations.
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Cole Swindell Is One Dirty Santa [Watch]
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Taste of Country caught up with Cole Swindell to find out what part of the season brings him the most joy.

First Episode of ‘Nashville’ Season 5 to Premiere Early — Watch the Trailer!
Santa came early for fans of the hot music drama Nashville. CMT, the show's new network, just dropped a two-minute trailer for the upcoming season, as well an early airdate for the first half of the season premiere.

Cam Helps Celebrate CMA’s Music Education Initiative in Mannequin Challenge Video
You can't spell Cam without "CMA," and that's why he Country Music Association enlisted the country star to share some exciting news on this year's Giving Tuesday, Nov. 29.
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Kane Brown Makes National TV Debut With ‘Thunder in the Rain’ on ‘Ellen’ [Watch]
Kane Brown made his national television debut on Thursday (Dec. 1) on Ellen, performing his current single, "Thunder in the Rain."
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Kane Brown Takes on Trace Adkins Hit, ‘Every Light in the House’ [Watch]
Kane Brown goes back to his roots with a new rendition of Trace Adkins' "Every Light in the House."

Faith Hill Leaves Tim McGraw the Sweetest Surprise on Their Anniversary
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of her marriage to Tim McGraw, Faith Hill left her country singer hubby the sweetest surprise to wake up to: a recreation of the day he proposed.

Cole Swindell Accepts NSAI’s Songwriter of the Year Award
Cole Swindell needs to make some room in his trophy case after winning Songwriter/Artist of the Year Sunday night (Oct. 9).
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Backstreet Boys Join Florida Georgia Line During iHeartRadio Festival [Watch]
On Saturday night, country reps Florida Georgia Line surprised the crowd when they brought out special guests the Backstreet Boys to sing BSB's hit song "Everybody."

Cam Marries Adam Weaver in California Desert Ceremony
Country singer Cam and Adam Weaver tied the knot Saturday evening (Sep. 24) in their home state of California.
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Jason Aldean Gives Lucky Fan a Brand New Car [Watch]
Cleveland, Ohio native Taylore Wingard is having a really good week, and Jason Aldean is a huge part of that.