Megan Pacella has been writing about all genres of music since 2007. Her work has been published in Fringe, Brite, Paste, Nashville Lifestyles and American Songwriter. Aside from spending a summer in New York City (where she met her fiance!), Megan has been living, working and playing in Nashville, Tenn., since 2003. When she's not blogging about country music, you can find her gardening, kayaking, hiking, drinking lots of coffee, and--most importantly--cuddling with her golden retriever, Gibson.
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Toby Keith Trumpets 2013 Hammer Down Tour Dates
This summer, Toby Keith will lay down the hammer. The popular crooner has lined up 20 dates for his just-announced 2013 Hammer Down Tour, which will take off in June.
Hunter Hayes Promises New Album Will Be ‘Whole-Hearted’
Since Hunter Hayes' self-titled debut album has been so successful, his group of devoted followers (the Hayniacs) have been dying to hear some new tunes. Rest assured, the singer promises that there will be another album, but he's going to take time to make it completely genuine.
Tim McGraw Performs Live on ‘Good Morning America’
Super Bowl Sunday is still a few days away, but Tim McGraw is already helping America get psyched for the big game. On Friday morning (Feb. 1), McGraw played 'One of Those Nights' for a packed audience at the House of Blues in New Orleans. The performance aired live on 'Good Morning America.'
Hunter Hayes’ ‘Wanted’ Certified Double-Platinum
It's official: Hunter Hayes' hit song 'Wanted' has sold more than 2 million copies, making it double-Platinum. Looks like it's going to be a good year for Mr. Hayes!
CMA to Honor Chris Young With Triple Play Award
Last year was a huge year for Chris Young, and so far, it looks like 2013 is on pace to be just as good for the singer's country music career. On Jan. 29, the Country Music Association will honor Young with the Triple Play Award, a coveted honor reserved for songwriters who have written three No. 1 songs in a 12-month period.
Taylor Swift, Harry Styles Reuniting?
She swore they were never, ever, getting back together, but rumor has it that Taylor Swift and One Direction's Harry Styles might reunite this coming weekend. Swift reportedly touched down in London and checked into a hotel near Styles' home on Wednesday. Could they be reconnecting?
Blake Shelton to Embark on 2013 Ten Times Crazier Tour
He's back! After months of recording seasons of 'The Voice,' Blake Shelton is gearing up for another headlining tour -- and this time around, he promises to perform even more shows than he did during his previous nationwide trek.
Kenny Chesney Expands No Shoes Nation Tour With 28 New Dates
Kenny Chesney hasn't embarked on his 2013 No Shoes Nation Tour yet, but it's already on the books to be one of the year's biggest tours. The 'Come Over' hitmaker has just added a whopping 28 additional dates to the already jam-packed tour schedule.
Kenny Chesney Documentary ‘The Color Orange’ to Air This Weekend
When people of Middle Tennessee say they "bleed orange," they're referring to their undying devotion to the University of Tennessee Volunteers. Kenny Chesney is counted amongst the school's fans. In fact, the award-winning country crooner loves the Big Orange so much that he produced a documentary about the football team's history.
Keith Urban and John Travolta Duet the Beatles’ ‘Yesterday’
The names Keith Urban and John Travolta don't exactly seem like they should go together. But this week at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills, the country crooner joined forces with the famous actor to put on an incredible cover of the Beatles' 'Yesterday.'