Cory Stromblad
Eric Church Taking a Break From the Spotlight in 2013
As the summer months fades away and cooler weather signals the closure of another year, Eric Church is already plotting his next move for the new year. Though many artists try to remain in the spotlight during a high in their career, a well-deserved break from the demands of being a superstar is in the works for one of the hardest working men in country music.
LeAnn Rimes Sues for Invasion of Privacy
Just days after admitting herself into rehab for stress management, LeAnn Rimes has filed a lawsuit with the L.A. County Superior Court against Kimberly and Lexi Smiley, two woman who allegedly recorded a conversation with Rimes in an effort to create a smear campaign against the singer.
Elvis Presley’s Underwear Up for Auction
If you’ve ever wanted to own a one-of-a-kind piece of Elvis Presley memorabilia, now is your chance! A well-worn pair of light blue briefs — stains and all — will go up for auction soon, and is expected to fetch upwards of nearly $16,000.
Miranda Lambert’s Detective Drama Series Gets Picked Up by NBC
It looks as though both Miranda Lambert and Blake Shelton will be on the NBC payroll soon, with news that ‘The Voice’ network home has bought the rights to Lambert’s yet-to-be-titled detective drama series that will mirror her own childhood. It was previous reported that ABC Family had won the competitive bidding war earlier this year.
Indianapolis Woman Pleads Guilty to Fraudulent Indiana State Fair Claims
Stephanie Murry of Indianapolis, Indiana has pleaded guilty to forgery and perjury charges after fraudulently filing a claim with the State Fair Remembrance Fund and the Indiana Tort Claim Fund. The monetary relief aids were in place for victims of last year’s tragic Indiana State Fair stage collapse, which claimed seven lives just before a Sugarland concert was scheduled to take place. Murry did
Dixie Chicks’ ‘Home’ Album Turns 10
The Dixie Chicks were already flying high following the massive commercial success of their first two major label albums, when the Texas-based trio released their highly-anticipated third record. ‘Home,’ which hit store shelves on August 27, 2002, fell under the Chicks’ label imprint, Wide Open/Columbia Records.
Jason Aldean Asks Fans to ‘Take a Little Ride’ Behind-the-Scenes of New Video
Jason Aldean is revving up for the premiere of his music video for ‘Take a Little Ride’ by offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the clip, which will make its official debut on Friday.
Zac Brown Tries His Hand at ‘Midget Bowling’
It’s rather common to hear about a country music singer’s aspirations to become a professional athlete — but it’s incredibly uncommon to hear about a singer perfecting their ‘midget bowling’ skills, which which was the pastime of choice for Zac Brown while at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota recently.
Tim McGraw Becomes a Comic Book Star
Tim McGraw has conquered both the music and movie worlds, and now the ‘Truck Yeah’ singer is set to invade comic book industry. Comic book publisher Bluewater has chosen McGraw as the subject of their newest graphic novel, ‘Fame.’
Rascal Flatts Offer Sneak Peek of ‘Come Wake Me Up’ Video
Are you anxious for Rascal Flatts‘ new music video for ‘Come Wake Me Up’? Well, the wait isn’t quite over, but to tide us over, the guys have delivered an intimate look at production of the video, which was filmed on-location in Nashville last month.
‘American Idol’ Producer: ‘Country Is America’
It seems more and more likely that a country superstar will join Mariah Carey on the revamped ‘American Idol’ panel of celebrity judges. According to the Hollywood Reporter, show producers could possibly have their eye on the country music genre — although it’s anyone’s guess as to who will ultimately be offered the coveted position.
Carrie Underwood Visits With Kids at Boston Children’s Hospital
Carrie Underwood made a special visit to the Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Mass. on Tuesday (July 31) as part of the Country Music Healing Tour, which gives country music’s top superstars the opportunity to visit with the hospital’s young patients.