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
Scotty McCreery, ‘Southern Belle’ [Listen]
Scotty McCreery's “Southern Belle” breaks expectations. The first taste of his third studio is a wild deviation from what he’s previously released. It’s anything but predictable.
Reba McEntire, ‘Until They Don’t Love You’ [Listen]
You’ll struggle to find a more musical song on the radio than Reba McEntire’s new single, “Until They Don't Love You.” The singer’s story takes a backseat to all that’s going on between verse, chorus and bridge. It’s an all-out jam.
Tim McGraw, ‘Top of the World’ [Listen]
Tim McGraw keeps it mellow with the first single from an upcoming project. “Top of the World” is a gentle way for the singer to describe his love to someone. McGraw uses a familiar metaphor to make it clear this woman couldn’t make him feel any finer.
Luke Bryan, ‘Strip It Down’ [Listen]
Luke Bryan hardly needed to pad his sexy resume, but “Strip It Down” is first-page material. The hot new love song from Kill the Lights is personal, romantic and spicier than a ghost pepper.
You Think You Know Alan Jackson?
Alan Jackson is country music's ultimate gentleman, but he's also country music's biggest rebel. How can he be both? Find out during this week's episode of You Think You Know Country?
Non-Country Artists Who Unexpectedly Went Country
Country music fans were surprised when Lady Gaga released a country version of her hit "Born This Way," but she's not the only artist who has unexpectedly made their way to country music. Lately, more and more artists are trying their hand a country single or even an entire album!
Hunter Hayes, ’21’ [Listen]
Hunter Hayes may be introducing a more carefree time in his life with "21," the first single from an upcoming third studio album. Lyrically, he doesn't go as deep as some of the songs from Storyline. The concept and sound are easy to embrace.
You Think You Know the Band Perry?
The Band Perry moved around a bit when they were young, but when it came time to begin their career, they were in the right place at the right time. Do you know about the trio's early Garth Brooks connection?
You Think You Know George Strait?
George Strait was once told he wasn't country enough and kindly dismissed from a job. But that's just one of the surprising things you'll learn in this episode of You Think You Know Country?
You Think You Know Sam Hunt?
Sam Hunt is one of those guys who does everything well. First it was sports, then it was music. In fact, even his best friends admit that, "If I didn't love him so much, I'd hate him." However, Hunt's country career almost came to an end before it began. Do you know why and what — or who? — saved him?
You Think You Know Faith Hill?
Faith Hill has had some tough times, but she says the most difficult thing she ever went through involved YouTube. Do you know what she's talking about? Find out during this episode of You Think You Know Country?
2015 ACM Awards Winners – Full List
The Academy began rolling out 2015 ACM Awards winners before the big 50th anniversary celebration even began, with Florida Georgia Line and Dierks Bentley pocketing early prizes.
You Think You Know Rascal Flatts?
When Rascal Flatts first met, things didn't go all that well. Sure, Jay DeMarcus and Gary LeVox are cousins, so they were cool. But LeVox wasn't very kind to Joe Don Rooney. Then, something happened that set them on a course for superstardom. Do you know what it was?
Country Quickie: Kristian Bush Sings ‘Southern Gravity’ … No, Really — the Whole Album!
Kristian Bush's debut solo album, Southern Gravity, dropped on Tuesday (April 7) and he gave us a preview of every (yes, every!) song on the album. The singer pops up in this week's Country Quickie to discuss the album, give us a quickie preview, deliver a few innuendos and have some fun alongside host Nicki D.
Toby Keith, ’35 MPH Town’ [Listen]
Toby Keith’s “35 MPH Town” will be labeled as “realistic” by fans and “cynical” by those who don’t care for it. Music is in the eye of the beholder, but one thing is certain: it’s a story that will stir up opinions.
Eli Young Band, ‘Turn It On’ [Listen]
With “Turn It On,” Eli Young Band reveal they were just hoping to write a fun love song for their live show. They overachieved. The uptempo Texas country-rocker may be Mike Eli’s sharpest storytelling moment.
Country Quickie: 2015 ACM Predictions With Jerrod Niemann
This 2015 ACM Awards are less than one month away, and everyone is offering predictions as to who will win the big awards. Jerrod Niemann joins Country Quickie host Nicki D this week to talk about Entertainer of the Year and to reveal some other special moments one can expect on April 19.
Country Quickie: How to Get Miranda Lambert’s ‘Little Red Wagon’ Look
In her spicy, sexy "Little Red Wagon" video, Miranda Lambert shows off her toned-up bod in several revealing outfits. While we love the “Mrs. Shelton” belt, there’s only one of those.
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.
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.