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About Shauna "WhiskeyChick" Castorena

Shauna "WhiskeyChick" Castorena is a freelance writer for both Country Music News and Country Music On Tour. Want to collab on some content? Email me. Want my rates for commercial promo work? Get them right here.

Taylor Swift discusses life at fifteen

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Taylor Swift’s song “Fifteen” becomes the center of a radio special aimed at parents and teens discussing the challenges of young adulthood. Taylor Swift is the talk of radio DJ’s everywhere but now she’s doing the talking. Taylor Swift is hosting a 27 minute special that discusses the challenges of being a young teenager in today’s society titled “Fifteen: The Times & Trials of the American Teenager“. This public service special is aimed at parents and teenagers, and will include a round table discussion featuring teenagers and commentary from a high school guidance counselor . Taylor will also share the inspiration behind her hit song “Fifteen”. The special is scheduled to air nationwide during the weekends of November 21st & 22nd, November 28th & 29th and December 5th & 6th. Stay tuned for a list of stations that will be airing the special!Country Music Photo Gallery

Lady Antebellum Does It Again!

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Lady Antebellum celebrates after their 2nd single reaches #1! Lady Antebellum, winners of the 2009 CMA Awards’ “Group of the Year” celebrates the milestone of their 2nd #1 hit with “I need you now”. They performed this song during the CMA’s to a flawless perfection, introducing many who don’t listen to country radio on a daily basis to the unique harmony and gripping talent the group displays. Congratulations to Lady A and all their fans for supporting such a great group! Country Music Photo Gallery

Live Commentary from the 2009 Country Music Awards

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Here’s our gut reaction to the Country Music Awards tonight as it was happening! Find out more by following us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/dhcountrymusic. Sorry ahead of time that this is so jumbled… real-time news doesn’t wait for you to get all dolled up! * As a longtime Judds fan I’m a little freaked out about how freakishly alien they look! * Kellie Pickler looks WAY more comfortable as a redhead! * @TodaysCountry Love Love LOVED The little boy’s suit! * How on earth is Jennifer Nettles WALKING in that dress??? #cmaawards * Martina McBride looks like a greek goddess! #cmaawards * @WesternGlamour Agreed, besides, I’ve always seen Jennifer as more of a function over fashion kinda gal. * @Miranda_Lambert can you GET any more adorable??? #cmaawards * Faith Hill is certainly makin 40-somethin look fantastic! #cmaawards * Kimberly Williams Paisley has stolen the red carpet show! ABSOLUTELY Stunning! #cmaawards * RT @Ottomaniac: Was Tim McGraw wearing guyliner & manscara?!!! * Time to cut over to ABC for teh 43rd Annual #cmaawards! Taylor Swift will be opening the show! * Taylor, still so shaky and a lil shrill when performing live… good use of the stage though #cmaawards * I swear Carrie Underwood went through the classic country closet and stole only the BEST dresses! #cmaawards * Wow… not 5 minutes in and already a dig on #kanye #cmaawards * Brad Paisley sounds SO much more comfortable hosting this year! #cmaawards * @TrueCountry_TV Come out next year.. we’ll make a party of it! * Did Brad & Carrie just imply that Kid Rock stinks? #cmaawards * Is that Billy Currington’s funeral suit? #cmaawards * And Lady Antebellum wins Single of the Year!!!! #cmaawards * RT @countryondemand: last CMA performance ever by B&D? I doubt that! #cmaawards

Country Music Award Winners 2009

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The winners for the 2009 Country Music Awards are: This year’s on-the-spot coverage of the 2009 Country Music Awards is brought to you by Country Music On Tour your DEDICATED country concert ticket source! Single of the Year – “I Run To You” Lady Antebellum w/ producers Victoria Shaw & Paul Worley Song of the Year – “In Color” Jamey Johnson, James Otto and Lee Thomas Miller Vocal Group of the Year – Lady Antebellum New Artist of the Year – Darius Rucker Album of the Year – “Fearless” Taylor Swift Vocal Duo of the Year – Sugarland Male Vocalist of the Year – Brad Paisley Female Vocalist of the Year – Taylor Swift Entertainer of the Year– Taylor Swift Musician of the Year – Mac McAnally Musical Event of the Year – “Start A Band” Brad Paisley & Keith Urban Video of the Year – “Love Story” Taylor SwiftCountry Music Photo Gallery

CMNB Predicts to 2009 CMA Award Winners!

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Join us as we predict the 2009 CMA Award Winners live! We’ve just finished giving our predictions for the 2009 CMA Award winners, and here’s the list: Vocal Group: Rascal Flatts Vocal Duo: Sugarland Song: “Chicken Fried” Single: “Chicken Fried” New Artist: Zac Brown Band Music Event: “Cowgirls Don’t Cry” Music Video: “Love Story” Male Vocalist: George Strait Female Vocalist: Reba Top Album: Fearless Top Entertainer: Taylor Swift Use Twitter hashtag #CMA to show up in our stream! Country Music Photo Gallery

Toyota Unveils Midnight Rider – A tribute to Brooks & Dunn

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Toyota has created the ultimate truck for the ultimate Brooks & Dunn fan. The Toyota Midnight Rider Tundra Tailgater pickup truck has debuted as THE tribute truck for country legends Brooks & Dunn. First, the truck’s bed folds out to reveal a complete tailgating station with countertops, a BBQ, an ice chest and even a draft beer tap. And, of course, an external audio system and a 42-inch flat screen TV. But the modifications don’t stop there, with this Tailgating machine receiving a long list of toys, ranging from fender flares and a 3-inch lift kit, to a set of 20-inch Mickey Thompson “Classic look” wheels and 35-inch tires. There are also some particularly gaudy western silver door handles as well as a bronze cast and chrome plated Brooks and Dunn steer’s skull logo. Visit Toyota Tundra for more info For more pix, click hereCountry Music Photo Gallery

Rosanne Cash in Wall Street Journal

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Rosanne Cash tells Wall Street Journal that she doesn’t know any Taylor Swift songs nor does she listen to country radio. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Rosanne Cash explains how she came about the songs for her new album “The List” and how she can’t tell you any of Taylor Swift’s chart-topping hits! Check it out at The Wall Street Journal.Country Music Photo Gallery

Kenny Rogers Christmas Tour

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Kenny Rogers has announced his 2010 Christmas Tour. The Kenny Rogers Christmas & Hits tour is about to hit the road. Beginning November 27th, 2010, Kenny will be visiting a total of 20 cities across the country, spreading holiday cheer and some fan favorites. Kenny will be bringing along opening performer Rebecca Lynn Howard.Country Music Photo Gallery