Lisa talks with Lauren Alaina about how American Idol kickstarted her musical career, her struggle with bulimia, overcoming peer pressure, sharing her story through personal new songs and more. Show Participants Lauren Alaina Lisa Konicki, NCD editor in chief Show Notes & Links Lauren Alaina’s website Follow Lauren on Twitter @Lauren_Alaina Follow Lauren on Facebook Follow Lauren…… MORE
Watch American Idol Winner Trent Harmon Perform Live at the Nash Studios
You may know Trent Harmon as the very last winner of FOX’s hit show, American Idol, but we here at Nashcountrydaily.com got to know Trent as one hell of good singer. The Memphis native stopped by the NashCountryDaily.com offices this afternoon (Sept. 7) for a special Facebook live performance and to show just why he…… MORE
Kacey Musgraves Reveals Track Listing for New Christmas Album, Which Features Willie Nelson & More
Grammy-winning country singer/songwriter Kacey Musgraves will release her first holiday album, A Very Kacey Christmas, on Oct. 28. Kacey announced the track listing today (Sept. 7) and revealed the names of a few guest artists who will be featured on the album, including Willie Nelson, Leon Bridges and The Quebe Sisters. The 12-track offering features…… MORE
Zac Brown Says ZBB Is Going “Straight Back to Our Roots” for New Album
Zac Brown Band’s 2008 debut album, The Foundation, was recently certified 5X-platiunum by the RIAA. Perhaps that was the magic number the boys needed to hear to get back to their roots. After their wide-ranging 2015 album, Jekyll + Hyde, ZBB announced on Twitter today that they are returning to the studio this winter to…… MORE
Watch Kip Moore and Jon Pardi Do Their Own Version of Carpool Karaoke
As Kip Moore’s Me and My Kind of Tour is about to get underway, the sexy singer decided to kill some with pal and tour opener, Jon Pardi. The two friends created their own version of Carpool Karaoke—made famous by late night talk show host James Corden—where you drive around in a car singing various…… MORE
Watch Miranda Lambert Crawl From the Wreckage in Metaphorical New “Vice” Music Video
In July, Miranda Lambert released the lead single, “Vice,” from her upcoming sixth studio album, which is tentatively set to drop later this year. Written by Miranda, Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne, “Vice” is Miranda’s first single since “Smokin’ and Drinkin’” in June 2015, and it is currently No. 17 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart.…… MORE
Is it too early to talk about Halloween???
We don’t think so. In fact, we are just starting to put together all the pieces of our “13 Days of Halloween” give away extravaganza. We’re just like Oprah…only with blood and sharp teeth!!! As you may know, Cory is a giddy little kid when it comes to Halloween and it’s hard not to get…… MORE
Garth Brooks, Ricky Skaggs, Jerry Reed & More Inducted Into Musicians Hall of Fame
Garth Brooks has received many honors throughout his illustrious career, and he can add one more to the list. Garth Brooks & The G-Men—a group of musicians who have played with Garth on all of his studio albums—will be inducted into the prestigious Musicians Hall of Fame. Garth, already in the International Songwriters Hall of…… MORE
Road Work Ahead
Lauren Alaina will perform her new single, “Road Less Traveled,” on the Today show on Thursday, Sept. 8. Tune in to NBC at 8 a.m. CT for the TV debut of Lauren’s new ditty.… MORE
Brand-New Men
On Sept. 7, 1991—25 years ago today—Brooks & Dunn’s debut single, “Brand New Man,” reached No. 1 on Billboard‘s Hot Country Songs chart. Penned by Kix Brooks, Ronnie Dunn and Don Cook, “Brand New Man” was the title track to the duo’s debut album, which was certified 6X-platinum.… 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,…