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.
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Country Quickie: It’s Luke Bryan’s Spring Break Party!
Luke Bryan's final Spring Break party is this week, and you'd better believe the Country Quickie is there!
You Think You Know Scotty McCreery?
Did you know Scotty McCreery kind of dissed Jack Black? It's true — after winning Season 10 of American Idol in 2011 the Garner, N.C., native left the actor hanging.
You Think You Know Shania Twain?
Shania Twain was born to sing country music, but she sure took a strange route to Nashville. There were the bar gigs at age 8, the reforesting job with her stepdad, the time she raised three siblings and that Vegas-style lounge act she held down for three straight years. Learn the highlights during this episode of You Think You Know Country?
The Showdown: Eric Church vs. Trisha Yearwood
Eric Church's fans turned out in droves to help him secure a Showdown win over Dan + Shay's latest single. Now the singer-songwriter will go head-to-head with one of country's greatest vocalists, Trisha Yearwood.
Country Quickie: Does Luke Bryan Really Have the Best Moves?
After Thomas Rhett showed off his best dance moves, Country Quickie host Nicki D started thinking ... could he be better than Luke Bryan?
Florida Georgia Line, ‘Sippin’ on Fire’ [Listen]
Florida Georgia Line’s “Sippin’ on Fire” will make fans who miss the duo’s in-your-face sound happy. The mid-tempo love song comes with Joey Moi’s signature production and Tyler Hubbard’s signature vocals.
Parmalee, ‘Already Callin’ You Mine’ [Listen]
Parmalee don't stray from what works with their new song “Already Callin’ You Mine.” The uptempo, love-at-first-sight cut leans heavy into a hooky melody while painting a familiar country picture.
Gary Allan, ‘Hangover Tonight’ [Listen]
The good vibes Gary Allan was soaking in on Set You Free have carried over to the first single from his next album. “Hangover Tonight” is the most carefree love song in a decade.
Country Quickie: Carrie Underwood Baby Bump Watch Begins
When is Carrie Underwood's due date, exactly? The singer hasn't said, but Country Quickie host Nicki D thinks she's figured it out.
Blake Shelton’s Top 5 Bromance Moments [Watch]
Blake Shelton is perhaps country music's most loving singer. The 'Hillbilly Bone' singer has proven he'll pucker up for just about anyone.
Brad Paisley, ‘Crushin’ It’ [Listen]
Brad Paisley plays an average Joe down on his luck in his new song ‘Crushin’ It.’ The track from his most recent album recalls his most playful hits. Think ‘Alcohol’ or ‘Camouflage,’ but not quite that serious.
Country Quickie: Best of the Grammys + Love and Theft’s Chubby Bunny
Stay on top of country music's most important stories with Taste of Country's new weekly web series, 'Country Quickie.' Host Nicki D dishes the hottest stories, adding her own unique twist.