Florida Georgia Line Almost Called Themselves Orange Peach
The states of Florida and Georgia are known for their oranges and peaches, respectively, and that's almost how Florida Georgia Line got their name.
You Think You Know Country?
Eric Church Shares a Nickname With His Grandpa
Church is known by many in the country industry by the nickname Chief, but it isn't entirely his to claim ...
Did You Know Reba McEntire Holds a Record Among Women in Country?
McEntire is the only country female solo act to have a No. 1 hit in four straight decades.
Who Gave Brad Paisley His First Guitar?
If it wasn't for his grandfather, he may never have picked up the instrument.
Alan Jackson Almost Recorded the Zac Brown Band’s ‘Chicken Fried’
The Zac Brown Band are well known for their hit "Chicken Fried" ... but it almost wasn't their hit.
James Brown Offered Lady A’s Charles Kelley His First Record Deal
Before Kelley was part of Grammy-winning country trio Lady A, he and his older brother Josh were in a country rock group, and their first-ever record deal was offered by none other than the Godfather of Soul.
Luke Bryan’s Dad Gave Him a Career Ultimatum: Leave or Get Fired
Bryan is one of the hottest stars in contemporary country music, but he might not have moved to Nashville to pursue his dreams if not for a push from his father.
Do You Know Which Country Stars’ Music Videos Chris Young Made Cameos In?
Young burst onto the country music scene in 2006 after winning 'Nashville Star' and signing with RCA Records -- but his time in the spotlight didn't start with the singing competition.
How Did Tom Hanks Inspire George Strait’s ‘Blue Clear Sky’?
Strait's No. 1 hit "Blue Clear Sky" is now synonymous with Strait, but it was inspired by one particular movie star: Tom Hanks.
Taylor Swift Once Wrote a Song About Jake Owen
Here's something you might not know about Swift: Her song "Sparks Fly" is allegedly about Jake Owen.
What Made Jake Owen First Pick Up a Guitar?
It's hard to imagine Jake Owen without an instrument in his hand, but, ladies and gentlemen, there was a moment when he picked up a guitar for the very first time.