As 2020 comes to a close, and people look back on their year…did you have a productive quarantine? (Such a 2020 question) While Luke Combs would have rather had a “normal” year, he did make good use of his time, “I think it’s just been a lot of writing songs, done a lot of that.”…… MORE
Carly Pearce Finds a Silver Lining From 2020 To Carry Into 2021
Everyone is ready for 2020 to be over, right? By most accounts this was one of the roughest years we’ve had as a country and for many of us personally. Well, Carly Pearce is ready to move on, but she will be taking a little bit of this year into her 2021, “I think 2020…… MORE
Brothers Osborne Talk About Drinking and Dieting in the New Year
The Brothers Osborne find New Year traditions, and habits kind of amusing. Sure, there will be a lot of people raising glasses, and probably consuming more than a few adult beverages this week when we ring in the New Year…but that’s also how they might have started the year too. John Osborne says, “I think it’s…… MORE
Gabby Barrett Soaks In The Success of “I Hope”
At the end of her American Idol audition when Katy Perry said “Be your own hero” — Gabby Barrett took it to heart and did exactly that. Since then Gabby has been a rising star in country music, and 2020 has been her best year yet. During the course of a normal year, she would…… MORE
Dan + Shay Are Keeping the Christmas Vibe Going For the Rest of 2020
Dan of Dan + Shay posted on their social media accounts a “thank you” to their fans on the day following Christmas. It was acknowledging what the fans did for the duo this year, and also thanking them for making their two new Christmas songs a success this season. We all know how 2020 went,…… MORE
Kenny Chesney & Ricky Skaggs React to the Passing of Bluegrass Great Tony Rice at Age 69
IBMA Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame member, Tony Rice passed away yesterday, December 25, at age 69. Today, he is remembered by fellow Bluegrass and Country music legend Ricky Skaggs and Country superstar Kenny Chesney. Ricky Skaggs released the following statement: “Sometime during Christmas morning while making his coffee, our dear friend and guitar hero Tony Rice…… MORE
Country Music Stars’ Reaction to Christmas Day Bombing in Nashville
On a day that should be reserved for joy and celebration, Nashville joined the brotherhood of cities rocked by violence when a bomb exploded downtown. While the loss of life is, thankfully, seeming to be very minimal, the affects of the carnage will have far greater implications. Country music stars reacted to the news on…… MORE
Country Stars Read ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (Version 2)
To wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season, we’ve brought together some of your favorite country music stars to read the classic holiday poem, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (Version 2) Feel free to follow along with the poem… Keith Urban: Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not…… MORE
Country Stars Read ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (Version 1)
To wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season, we’ve brought together some of your favorite country music stars to read the classic holiday poem, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (Version 1) Feel free to follow along with the poem… Alan Jackson: Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house…… MORE
Matt Stell Shares a Christmas Gift He Loved, and One He Never Wants To Get
Some Christmas presents are a hit with people, and some are misses. Matt Stell remembers one of his favorite Christmas presents ever, “My favorite childhood Christmas memory is when my mother got me a puppy one time. It was a good little dog, Hollyberry.” Of course, like every parent knows, you get your kid a…… MORE
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Our Thoughts on NBC’s Opry 100
The Grand Ole Opry’s 100th Anniversary celebration on NBC Wednesday night (3-19) was a cavalcade of country music stars singing classic country songs. The show began with Reba McEntire singing Loretta Lynn’s “You Ain’t Woman Enough,” followed by a duet with Trisha Yearwood on “The Night The Lights Went Out in Georgia.” Ketch Secor, Jamey…
Spring Break Ideas for the Kiddos…
If your kids are anything like ours, they’re already bored. Thanks to Gretchen at BoiseDev – here are some fun things to do with your Spring Breakers this week: · 🎳Cheap Bowling: Emerald Lanes in Boise charges $4.75 per person per game or $30 per lane per hour Monday through Thursday.…
Top Things We’re Looking Forward to This Weekend in Kissin’ Country!
Spring is almost here, and this weekend in Kissin’ Country is packed with awesome events for the whole family! We’ve teamed up with our friend Becca at BoiseWithKids.com to highlight some of the best activities happening around town. From sweet treats to festive celebrations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Pi Day Deals – Friday,…