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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.

George Strait & Reba postpone two shows due to weather

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George Strait and Reba McEntire have postponed shows in Virginia and Tennessee due to freezing conditions. George Strait, Reba McEntire, and Lee Ann Womack are taking the weekend off after forecasters announced oncoming snow storms and freezing conditions that would strongly affect both the attendance and safety of fans in both Knoxville, TN and Charlottesville, VA. The Knoxville show has been rescheduled for April 2nd at the Thompson Boling Arena. The Charlottesville concert will now take place April 3rd at the John Paul Jones Arena.Country Music Photo Gallery

Josh Gracin Live Packs a Punch!

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Josh Gracin shows fans that no matter the size of the crowd they’re sure to get a hell of a show! Josh Gracin played here at the Cherokee Casino in Siloam Springs saturday night, and I had the pleasure of being in that smaller crowd. Since we haven’t heard much new out of the Gracin camp in a while I wasn’t sure what to expect. Being my first “casino show” I’ll be honest… I really wasn’t expecting much at all. I walk in the casino and head to the bar… not nearly as crowded as I had expected, but definitely more than your average Saturday night. Paul Bogart’s band was just going on break so I settled in thinking “Here’s another cover band with a 2 hour set… what a way to set the mood”.  But when they came back on my mood was set straight right away! The band was fired up and playin hot! Besides a couple covers (we’re talkin good covers… not mustang sally!) their set was mostly original music played with passion and a good spirit of fun as well. By the time Josh Gracin came on stage, the bar had filled to overflowing, the drinks were pouring heavy, and I was ready. Now I can go on and on about the details, but let me just tell you this was NOT what I expected for a “casino show”. The band was lively, the crowd was DEFINITELY into it, and Josh was just making full use of every inch of that stage without missing a note or beat in his songs. Another surprise was his performance of some new material! Rumor has it Josh is working on a new album but details are still pending. I for one, can’t wait! For pictures from the show, you can find us on twitter/twitpic under DHCountryMusic! Thanks to Josh Gracin for a hell of a show, and on another note, kudos to his band for staying after and havin a few rounds with the fans!Country Music Photo Gallery

Brad Paisley to Headline New England Country Music Festival at Gillette Stadium

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Brad Paisley announces he will be headlining the 2010 New England Country Music Festival at Gillette Stadium! For six years running, the New England Country Music Festival at Gillette Stadium has been the hottest summer concert in New England, selling out the stadium in as little as 15 minutes. Today Kraft Entertainment announced that the New England Country Music Festival will return for a seventh year in 2010, featuring an incomparable lineup of country music’s hottest artists, including 12-time Academy of Country Music Award winner Brad Paisley. Tickets to the August 21 show will go on sale Saturday, Jan. 30. Paisley, touring in support of his eighth album, American Saturday Night, will be joined by platinum-selling recording artist Jason Aldean, country cross-over sensation Darius Rucker, award-winning singer-songwriter Sara Evans and rising country star Easton Corbin. The New England Country Music Festival is the largest concert series in New England, selling out Gillette Stadium in each of its six years. Tickets go on sale Saturday, Jan. 30 at 10 a.m.Country Music Photo Gallery

Josh Turner Live at Soundcheck

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Josh Turner is cutting loose and cuttin’ a rug live at Soundcheck! Josh Turner returns to the Soundcheck stage to introduce his new album, ‘Haywire.’ The southern boy shares a set of new songs, including the hit single ‘Why Don’t We Just Dance,’ and talks about success, fans, and his surprising new cover of the Don Williams classic, ‘I Wouldn’t Be A Man.’ Watch for the full Josh Turner Soundcheck Performance at the official SoundCheck site, and in the meantime, enjoy this sneak peek! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrnX8sqKfRw&feature=player_embedded]Country Music Photo Gallery

Gary Allan Will Headline the 2010 PBR Dickies Cowboy Invitational

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Gary Allan encourages bullriding fans to Get Off On The Pain, as he kicks off this year’s PBR Cowboy Invitational and showcases tracks from his upcoming release! Gary Allan will be performing exclusive and never before released music from his upcoming album at the 2010 Dickies Iron Cowboy Invitational, Allan’s album, “Get Off On The Pain” will be in stores and online March 9th. The 2010 Dickies Iron Cowboy Invitational presented by WinStar World Casino is considered the biggest one day event in PBR history. In addition to this monumental show in Arlington, Texas, Gary Allan has also signed on to be the sound of this season’s PBR experience leading up to the March 9th album release, including playing music from the new album playing during PBR events and assorted contests (VIP tickets to an upcoming PBR event, Gary Allan VIP prize packs, CD’s, and much more!). PBR and Gary Allan fans will also have the chance to enter to win the trip of a lifetime to the 2010 PBR World Finals in Las Vegas.Country Music Photo Gallery

Lady Antebellum on the 2010 Grammys

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Stay tuned to CBS on January 31st 2010 for a fantastic performance by country juggernauts Lady Antebellum Lady Antebellum fans are rejoicing as their favorite group received Grammy nominations for Best Country Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals and Best Country Song (with Tom Douglas) for “I Run To You.” Watch the Grammy’s live on CBS tomorrow night to catch a performance from Lady A and support them!Country Music Photo Gallery

Toby Keith’s Show Dog Records merges with Universal South

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Country’s bad boy Toby Keith aligns with a powerful ally. Show Dog Nashville and Universal South have now merged to become Show Dog Universal. Show Dog Universal will still have the feeling of being an independent label with strong and personal relationships with all our artists,” Toby Keith said. “That is what Show Dog Nashville and Universal South have always been about, but combine the two labels and you have a powerhouse with more staff and better opportunities for our artists. I look forward to working closely with my friend and partner Mark Wright.” “The launch of this new company creates even more value for our combined artists, employees and business partners,” Wright said. “Together, our best-in-class team will create even more opportunities for our artists, while expanding the services we offer. This is truly one-plus-one equaling three. Moreover, I am delighted to be partnering with Toby, with whom I have shared a close friendship for many years. His remarkable achievements as an artist and businessman define creative leadership at its very best. He will be invaluable to taking this company to even greater heights.”Country Music Photo Gallery

Carrie Underwood Engaged

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Congratulations to Carrie Underwood and Mike Fisher who are officially engaged! Mike Fisher confirmed his engagement to Carrie Underwood in a comment to the Ottowa Citizen, stating: “It’s true,” Fisher said. “We’re both obviously excited and very happy and so, exciting times for sure.” No wedding date has been set yet, but the couple is reported to be extremely excited and very much in love. Fisher proposed at a family Christmas gathering in his home Sunday afternoon, then texted his close friends with the news later that day. Talk about your bragging rights!Country Music Photo Gallery

Carrie Underwood Receives Harmony Award

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Carrie Underwood received the 2009 Harmony Award at the Symphony Ball this past Saturday night, December 12, at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center.  The Nashville Symphony Ball is Nashville’s premiere winter social event, a white-tie, invitation-only evening benefiting the Nashville Symphony and its music outreach programs. This year marked the event’s 25th anniversary. “The honor is a wonderful compliment and it’s an amazing feeling being part of the Nashville community,” said Underwood. “It was a beautiful evening filled with wonderful music, gorgeous ball gowns and décor, and was definitely an evening to remember.” The Harmony Award is presented annually at Nashville’s Symphony Ball to individuals who have demonstrated continued interest and support of music in Nashville. The recipients exemplify the unique harmony between the many worlds of music that exist in our city and have contributed significantly to the development and appreciation of Nashville’s musical culture. Previous recipients of the Harmony Award include: Amy Grant, LeAnn Rimes, Michael W. Smith, Tony Brown, Mike & Linda Curb, Lyle Lovett, Trisha Yearwood, Dolly Parton, The Judds, Steve Winwood, Vince Gill, Wynonna and Naomi Judd, Chet Atkins, Rascal Flatts, and Martina McBride, the 2008 recipient.Country Music Photo Gallery