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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.

Garth Brooks is Back in the Game!

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Garth Brooks concerts are already being planned as he has officially announced that he is coming out of retirement to play a series of shows at the Wynn Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas Nevada! Live video coverage at http://garthbrooks.com/octoberpressconference/index.html Garth Brooks tickets are soon to become the hottest country music commodity since the banjo as fans clamor to scoop them up for his extended engagement at the Wynn Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. More exciting news is coming soon from Camp Brooks so check back with us at 2:00 Pacific/4:00 Central Garth Brooks Press Release Updates: Alicia Jacobs reports: All tix will be priced @ $125…front row to balcony. Expect Garth 2 announce price @ Vegas press conference. Garth Brooks has arrived in Las Vegas for his announcement. Preferred Seats says: Garth Brooks in Las Vegas for 16 Week Run at the Winn Resort: Garth Brooks will announce today a 16 week run. Edward Lawrence says: Garth Brooks asked that fans fill the announcement seats in Encore theater. Wynn folks asking people in casino if they want to join. From Johnny Kats: http://twitpic.com/lng5m Garth Brooks fans filing into the Wynn Theater. For this news conference, there is a public option. Dana Tomlin gets close –  http://yfrog.com/6rm9hj Live video coverage at http://garthbrooks.com/octoberpressconference/index.html Country Music Photo Gallery

Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins Team Up

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Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins pair up to pick a “Hillbilly Bone”. Fans of Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins can now take a listen to the “Hillbilly Bone” collaboration posted on www.blakeshelton.com. “When I first heard ‘Hillbilly Bone,’ I knew it was one of those songs that would kick the door down, and who better to kick the door down with me than my buddy TRACE. It’s one of those songs you can’t get out of your head, and for TRACE and I both, it was one of those songs that made sense since we are pretty much both ‘Hillbilly’ to the core.”- Blake Shelton Country Music Photo Gallery

Carrie Underwood Christmas Special

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Carrie Underwood will be hosting her own holiday special Dec 7th on Fox! Carrie Underwood has announced that she will be hosting her own variety  show December 7th on Fox (8/7c). The two hour special will feature Carrie performing songs from her new album “Play On” as well as some holiday classics. Other guests on the special include Brad Paisley, David Cook, and Dolly Parton.Country Music Photo Gallery

Is Garth Going Vegas?

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Is Garth Brooks planning a Vegas headliner? Country’s crowned prince, Garth Brooks, is the subject of much speculation as he is scheduled to make a special announcement from the Wynn hotel early Thursday morning, and broadcasted live on www.garthbrooks.com. He is expected to announce that he is coming out of retirement to have a resident headlining show at the Wynn Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The Oklahoma native has been in semi-retirement, only playing charity gigs, since 2001.  For more details visit Las Vegas Weekly Country Music Photo Gallery

Toby Keith Winners!

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Congratulations to the winners of our Toby Keith drawing! We are excited to send a copy of Toby Keith‘s new album “American Ride” to three lucky winners from our email subscriber list! Maggie from Richmond, VA, Brian from Slinger, WI, and Jerry from Troy, O, I hope you enjoy the new album! Be sure to come back and tell us what you think!Country Music Photo Gallery

Carrie Underwood Gets a Facelift

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Carrie Underwood’s official website get a new redesign! Visitors to Carrie Underwood‘s Official website will notice a few changes as the entire site has been rebuilt to better meet the needs and interests of her fans.With customizable skins, and a more comprehensive homepage, the team hopes the site will be more user-friendly. Check it out yourself! www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com While you’re there, take a look for her new video for “Cowboy Casanova“, which fans can now purchase and download via iTunes!Country Music Photo Gallery

Brad Paisley Extends American Saturday Nights Tour

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Brad Paisley adds 19 more dates, and one special Miranda Lambert to his “American Saturday Nights” tour. Brad Paisley is pushing his “American Saturday Nights” tour well into 2010, with revolutionary gunslinger Miranda Lambert opening the show. You’ll also find relative newcomer Justin Moore in an opening  slot. American Saturday Night 2010 tour dates: January 7 San Antonio, TX – AT&T Center January 8 Oklahoma City, OK – Ford Arena January 9 Wichita, KS – InTrust Bank Center January 14 Sioux City, IA –  Tyson Center January 15 Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena January 16 St. Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center January 21  Lexington, KY –  Rupp Arena January 22 Columbus, OH – Nationwide Arena January 23 Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena February 4 Tupelo, MS – Bancorp South Arena February 5 Birmingham, AL – BJCC Arena February 6 Biloxi, MS – Mississippi Coast Coliseum February 18 Los Angeles, CA – Staples Center February 19 Fresno, CA – SaveMart Center February 20 Las Vegas, NV – Mandalay Bay February 21 Reno, NV – Reno Events Center March 4 Greenville, SC –  BiLo Center March 5  Knoxville, TN –   Thompson-Boling Arena March 6 Charleston, SC – Charleston Coliseum Country Music Photo Gallery

Label Changes for Major Country Music Stars

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Gretchen Wilson, The Carter Twins, Ty Herndon, Caitlin & Will, and many more artists are relocating to new labels. Here’s the run-down! Gretchen Wilson -Country’s favorite redneck woman is branching off from Columbia Records to start her own label, titled none other than Redneck Records. Expect her first single on the new label, “Work Hard, Play Harder” to hit radio October 26th. The Carter Twins – These fan favorites have recently parted ways with CMT. No details have emerged so far stating where they will end up, but their debut track “Heart Like Memphis” is still seeing plenty of airplay! Ty Herndon – Has moved over to Vine Records and is working on next year’s album, titled “Journey On“. He is also with new management at The Bucket Agency. Caitlin & Will – Can You Duet’s pairing of Caitlin & Will was recently dropped from Columbia Records. Just this morning news that the duo has split came across our desk. No word yet on what their next moves will be.Country Music Photo Gallery

Sugarland – Live From Abbey Road

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Sugarland to appear on a special marking the Beatles 40th anniversary of “Live From Abbey Road” Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush have re-recorded the Beatles hit “Come Together” for a special taping of “Live From Abbey Road“. This celebrates and commemorates the 40th anniversary of the historic date when the Beatles recorded their own Live From Abbey Road album, and will air later this year on British television.Country Music Photo Gallery

Veronica Ballestrini – What I’m All About

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Veronica Ballestrini is poised on the edge of a whole new kind of DIY fame with her debut album “What I’m All About”. Veronica Ballestrini may be a small town girl, but she’s got big dreams and an even bigger drive to get her there. From an early age Veronica knew she wanted to sing and be heard so she set about doing just that. With a long run of youtube videos that spread across the internet like so much infectious candy, Veronica sang everyone’s music from Brittney to Taylor Swift and back again. She shared her voice, commentary, and bubbling personality across social networks all the while working up to this point when the songs became her own. Enter “What I’m All About“, her debut album.  The album is as much an example of current country-pop combos the same way that her rise to fame is to modern music marketing. A sweet and earnest voice paired with catchy melodies and lyrics that most girls her age completely relate to. And with a few years of performing for at least a web audience already under her belt, Veronica’s leap to the big stage will be a quick one I’m sure, unlike other current artists who struggled to get past those nerves. Top track selections from the album are tough to pick out. While I normally am not much for pop-country, she does a great job of trying to change my mind. The track “Destiny” is moving, pulling you into the self-motivation that drove her the last few years to this point in her life and could easily become the anthem for so many girls I know. On the other end of the spectrum, the title track “What I’m All About” is a great leading single that (as seen in the video below) is addictively fun and bright. Overall, it’s a great album, and something the girls here at The DH Ranch love and have already begun memorizing, and they’re my toughest critics! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_gM3gQc1v4] Attack of the Kimmie is a variety show featuring the kids of DHRanch. The clips used for Attack! are filmed entirely by kids.Today Kimmie and Court discover rising star Veronica Ballestrini… and a lap harp? Country Music Photo Gallery