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About HaleighT

HaleighT grew up in rural Sallisaw, Oklahoma, completely immersed in the country music lifestyle. She works with CMNB as our field assignment journalist, gathering concert reviews and exclusive interviews from every artist she can. When she's not out on the road, she's in our web studio filming "Takin' a Break With HaleighT" a short weekly opinion and news segment that launched in 2011.

Miranda Lambert Milk Campaign

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Got Milk? Miranda Does! Miranda Lambert has joined the elite in being a part of the famous Got Milk? campaign. The new ad is a simple shot with Lambert in her denim and boots and with her guitar and cup of milk in hands. Most importantly, she shows her milk mustache with a fierce look that says “Hey, I might burn down cheating ex’s houses, but I want to have strong bones!” The ad was unveiled yesterday at the Country Music Association headquarters in Nashville. Be sure to watch Lambert tonight on the CMA Awards on ABC at 8/7C. Current Miranda Lambert Tour Date and Tickets

Top 5 Scary Country Music Songs

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The Top 5 Country Songs That Will Have You Creeped Out! Being a fan of country music my whole life, I have grown up and so has my take on lyrics. There are many songs that I would sing word for word as a child and not have a clue what was going on. For example, Garth Brooks’ “Two Of A Kind, Workin’ On A Full House” was a favorite of mine, but in the early 90s I had no clue the song talks about hands of cards. Back then, the only thing that came to mind when full house was said was Uncle Jesse and Michelle… Luckily now, I do understand the majority of the songs I listen to. But one thing that hasn’t changed is the fact that some songs still creep me out! I would hate when certain songs would come on the radio when I would be in the car with my mom at night. They flat out scared me! Below is the list, in my opinion, of the Top 5 scariest songs in country music. Happy Halloween! Top 5 Scary Songs: 1. The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia – Reba McEntire 2. Beaches Of Cheyenne – Garth Brooks 3. Midnight In Montgomery – Alan Jackson 4. The Ride – David Allan Coe 5. The Thunder Rolls – Garth Brooks Apparently Garth confused and scared me as a child…

Malibu Country Premieres November 2

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Malibu Country Creator Talks About Inspiration For The Show. ABC‘s new TV show, Malibu Country, premieres this Friday, November 2. The show will star one of country music’s leading ladies, Reba McEntire. Dave Stewart, the creator of the show, recently spoke in an interview about his inspiration for the show and this is what he had to say… “My mind moves in mysterious ways! I became fascinated with Nashville after my first real stay there a few years ago when I got back to Los Angeles. I went with a few friends to Malibu to my friend [songwriter] Glen Ballard’s house and for some reason insisted we all wear country outfits, cowboy hats, etc.. I made a little film too and put some music to it and then I started to invent a world where the two places collide. I then got a guy who worked at my management company to come up with some logos and started to kick around the story in my head. I came up with the idea that a very messy and public divorce happens in Nashville between two country stars and the female moves as far away as she can to Malibu with her feisty mother, her kids, etc. I then proceeded to write the story and synopsis with my in-house writer at my company [Weapons Of Mass Entertainment] Dave Harris. Once we had that finished, I took the whole concept in a special box with story treatment, character breakdown, music, even hat and t-shirt in a wooden box to the late legendary producer Laura Ziskin and showed her. She immediately loved it and we became partners to pitch the project.” Stewart and McEntire wrote a song in the pilot episode called “The New Me.” Be sure to watch the premier on Friday and tell us what you think!

Sarah Darling Home To Me Video

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The Official Music Video For Sarah Darling’s “Home To Me.” Below is the official music video for Sarah Darling‘s current single, “Home To Me.” I have been a fan of this song since its release in late August and don’t see getting tired of it anytime soon! The single is the first to come from her album that is set to drop in 2013, so be looking for that. Until then, watch “Home To Me” and tell us what you think.

Kellie Pickler Performs On Opry Goes Pink

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Kellie Pickler Flips On The Pink Lights At The Opry. The Grand Ole Opry joined Women Rock For The Cure in the fight against breast cancer tonight with the Opry’s fourth annual “Opry Goes Pink” show. Kellie Pickler, who recently shaved her own head in support of her childhood friend battling cancer, flipped the switch on the Opry’s barn backdrop, turning it pink for the night. Tonight’s show also included performances by Sarah Darling, Jimmy Dickens, Kristen Kelly, The Farm, Mindy Smith and others as well as activities recognizing breast cancer survivors and the continuing fight against the disease.

Little Big Town Tornado Video

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The Official Music Video For Little Big Town’s “Tornado.” Little Big Town waited to release their spooky new video for one of the spookiest days of the year, HALLOWEEN! The official music video for “Tornado” premiered on CMT today. The video has a dark twist to it and I love it! I also really liked what Kimberly Schlapman did with her hair, a little more calm, but still wild! “Tornado” is the second single from their new album and the follow up to the hit “Pontoon.” Watch the video below and tell us what you think!

Jason Aldean RAM Country Interview

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Jason Aldean Talks To RAM Country About How Life Is Going. Jason Aldean spoke with RAM Country on Yahoo Music about how life has been so far. Everything from his rise to the spotlight, his family and his new album Night Train gets tackled in this chat! Watch it below and tell us what you think! Also don’t forget to watch the 46th Annual CMA Awards where Aldean is nominated for 3 awards! Jason Aldean RAM Country Exclusive Interview! *Yahoo is currently experiencing a few technical details! Check back in with us later for the interview!*

Clay Walker Gala Benefitting MS Charity

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First Ever Clay Walker Gala & Live Performances Benefiting Band Against MS. Clay Walker hosted his first annual Clay Walker Gala & Live Performances on Oct. 18. The night was in support of Walker’s charity Band Against MS (BAMS) and was held at the House of Blues in Houston, Texas. BAMS is a public charity committed to providing educational information for those living with Multiple Sclerosis, funding programs researching a cure for Multiple Sclerosis and funding programs helping those living with the disease. At the gala, Walker honored Bob McNair, owner of the NFL Houston Texans, for his support of BAMS throughout the years. The night was full of excitement with Paul Somerville, honorary co-chair and CEO of Associated Pipeline Contractors, Inc., emceeing, and Houston Texans Matt Schaub, Tyler Clutts, TJ Yates, Jon Weeks, and Chris Myers there for support, as well as 2 time MLB World Series Champion, Roger Clemens. Walker and Sarah Marince performed and Percy Sledge entertained everyone with his hit “When A Man Loves A Woman.” There was both a silent and live auction that raised money for BAMS. The morning after the gala, Walker hosted a forum for MS patients, caregivers, family and friends, where top MS researchers spoke. CNN Newsmakers filmed the forum and it will be airing for one month beginning Nov. 9. Photos by Michelle Watson, Catch Light Group.

Montgomery Gentry Releases EP

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Montgomery Gentry Releases New EP, Friends and Family. Montgomery Gentry has released their EP, Friends and Family. It consists of four tracks, including their current single, “I’ll Keep The Kids.” “I’ll Keep The Kids,” is a very emotional and honest song that unfortunately many will, and already have, relate to. It speaks of the struggles of a nasty divorce and how people can get greedy and not realize what is important in life. “Ain’t Out of the Woods Yet” was also released on Colt Ford’s album, Declaration of Independence. Also on the EP is “Where I Come From” (remix featuring Colt Ford) and “Good Ol’ Boys.”