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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.

Brad Paisley says Good Morning America – Country Style

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Brad Paisley announced that he will be the first country artist to play Good Morning America’s Summer Concert Series this year at the new location of Central Park in New York City. The performance will help boost interest in the album launch for his upcoming June 30 release, American Saturday Night. This week Paisley is in studio putting the finishing touches on this upcoming album but will spend a very American Saturday Night at a White House Correspondents’ Dinner, as the guest of CBS News’ Chief White House Correspondent Bob Schieffer. Paisley and Schieffer met in the Fall of 2008 at a special Grand Ole Opry show at the Ryman Auditorium during Belmont University’s Debate ’08. Several Hollywood celebrities and Washington elite, including President Barack Obama, are scheduled to attend the dinner. Paisley’s current single, “Then,” is number six on the singles charts after only seven weeks at radio. This is the fastest rising single of Paisley’s illustrious career – so far. Country Music Photo Gallery

Jason Aldean Reaches Number 1

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Jason Aldean skims by to reach #1 on radio airwaves! Jason Aldean‘s new hit “She’s Country” makes a surprising move to #1, barely surpassing Rascal Flatts along the way. Jason Aldean is currently on tour promoting the “Wide Open” album and I’m sure will be celebrating with fans all along the way!Country Music Photo Gallery

Poker Celeb Phil Helmuth Shares a Brew With Miranda Lambert

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Miranda Lambert is used to getting tokens of appreciation from her fans… but a can of beer just screams class! Miranda Lambert was surprised this weekend by a fan’s gift by “the poker brat” Phil Helmuth when he met up with her backstage at the Kenny Chesney concert and presented her with a custom can of Milwaukee’s Best…. with his face on it! The limited edition cans were part of a publicity campaign Milwaukees Best began last year in an effort to increases sales.Country Music Photo Gallery

Charlie Daniels Band Performs in Iraq

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Charlie Daniels Band stops at Joint Base Balad in Iraq as part of the Stars and Stripes tour. Sharing classic favorites such as “Dixie On My Mind”, “Simple Man”, and “In America”, Charlie shows his support for the troops in a special performance at Sustainer Theater April 17th. The band also payed tribute to Johnny Cash, performing “Folsom Prison Blues” and handed out over 1,000 hand-autographed photos to the troops. “We are here to perform for Balad because we want to; we care about what you all are doing over here,” Daniels said prior to the show. “I just want to do my part, because I can’t carry a gun, I can’t go and fight – I’m too old. But I can come and perform for you all and, if it helps you all do what you do, then I’m happy. “This is a special audience [of military members]; they can’t go out and get concert tickets and see a concert anytime they want to,” the legendary musician continued. “There are a lot of things they can’t do. You can’t go off base; you can’t take a plane, or drive down to Florida for the weekend, or go fishing. You’re stuck here inside the wire. That’s a big commitment you guys volunteer to make. You come here because you want to be here. I’m here to support you and tell you all, ‘you’re doing a great job.’” “Charlie Daniels is a true patriot,” added the Tucson, Ariz., native deployed here from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz. “Everything they do, they express America, patriotism, and pride in what we do here.” Country Music Photo Gallery

Jamey Johnson Goes Gold!

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Jamey Johnson’s That Lonesome Song is now certified as a gold record! Jamey Johnson‘s critically acclaimed album, That Lonesome Song, has been certified gold by the RIAA commemorating 500,000 in sales. The record has spent 20 weeks inside the top ten on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart. Reaching gold status is a huge accomplishment for a record that was initially only for sale on the internet until Luke Lewis, Chairman of Universal Music Group Nashville, heard the music and signed Johnson to a major label deal. Follow along for more on Jamey Johnson,Country Music Photo Gallery

Shawn Pander – Claire EP Review

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Shawn Pander wets listeners appetites with a 4 track EP titled simply “Claire”. Shawn Pander has been making the rounds in the music for quite some time and somehow remains just under the radar, but that’s all about to change with the release of his upcoming complete album at the end of summer 2009. As a teaser, Shawn has released an EP titled “Claire”  which features 4 beautifully performed tracks including “Waiting“, “The You in Me“, “Never Felt Like This Before“, and the song featured in the video below, “Grace Avenue“. While Shawn isn’t traditional country, his folk-rock sound blended with a slight blues and jazz influence is simply captivating! Pander has already seen such praise from people all across the country, including the invitation to perform on Dr. Phil, and an appearance on Fearless Music TV. [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Euy1z_Xl4_k]   For booking, press inquiries, or other requests, please visit Shawn’s official MySpace Country Music Photo Gallery

Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams Paisley Welcome 2nd Son!

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Congratulations to Brad and Kimberly Paisley on the birth of their second son! While more details are certainly on their way, People Magazine announced at 3:35 this afternoon that Brad and Kimberly have welcomed their second son into the world a little over a week late. Little Baby Paisley is a welcome addition to the family, with big brother Huck by his side! Stay tuned for all the details as they come in!Country Music Photo Gallery

Jessica Harp to Release Solo Album This Summer

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Jessica Harp may be best known as half of the country duo The Wreckers, but this summer we’ll get to see more of this rockin country newcomer. Jessica Harp is set to release her debut solo album “A Woman Needs” with the help of Warner Nashville this summer. Jessica is already turning heads with tracks like “Boy Like Me” which is currently available as a free download on iTunes. Take a peek at her video below and tell me what your predictions are for this album and artist?  Country Music Photo Gallery

Tim McGraw to CoStar with Sandra Bullock

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Tim McGraw to star alongside Sandra Bullock in The Blind Side – An adaptation of Michael Lewis’ novel. Tim McGraw has landed a starring role as the husband of Sandra Bullock ‘s character in an upcoming film titled “The Blind Side“. The film is based on the novel and true story of basketball player Michael Oher who went from a broken home, to being completely homeless before being taken in by a well-off couple and eventually being lined up for this season’s NFL Draft.Country Music Photo Gallery

Rascal Flatts Sound Check

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Rascal Flatts perform 5 songs from Unstoppable for Walmart exclusive Sound Check Rascal Flatts seems to not only be dominating the billboard charts, but the press as well. Today’s installment of Rascal Flatts news includes an exclusive Sound Check performance covering 5 tracks off the Unstoppable album. Soundcheck – Rascal FlattsCountry Music Photo Gallery