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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.

Josh Gracin Goes Gospel for Billy Graham Movie

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Josh Gracin gets the revival spirit as he shoots for the upcoming Billy Graham biography “Billy: The Early Years” Country crooner Josh Gracin takes a break from his own hits to play the part of George Beverly Shea in “Billy: The Early Years“, a biographical film about the younger years of spiritual evangelist Billy Graham. George Beverly Shea was a grammy-winning singer who frequented Graham’s famed revivals. The film is shooting in Tennessee through mid-may. “He was a force to be reckoned with in gospel music, and still is,” Josh told The Tennessean. “When they said they wanted me to do this part, and I found out it was only one or two lines, I said, ‘Hey, I’ll do it.’” For more on Josh Gracin, including artist bios and the Josh Gracin 2008 concert tour  visit out sister site, Country Music On Tour Country Music Photo Gallery

Happy Birthday Loretta Lynn

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Country music’s favorite mamma, Miss Loretta Lynn celebrates her 73rd birthday The Coal Miner’s Daughter, and my personal inspiration, celebrates her 73rd birthday today. And in this recent video from “Opry Live” on CMT, Loretta proves that at 73 she can still outsing all the kids found in pop country these days. My birthday wish for her… that she has good cake, good friends, and good wine. [youtube:http://youtube.com/watch?v=-EaUiSJw0ig] Country Music Photo Gallery

Kenny Chesney – Clothing Designer?

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Kenny Chesney’s got the girl’s swooning with his tight-fittin’ jeans! He may sing “No shoes, No shirt, No problem” but for Kenny Chesney, jeans are a requirement. Rumor has it Kenny Chesney is looking into producing his own line of denim jeans. He has been reported to visit Sight Denim Systems in Henderson, KY who specializes in creating stone-washed and stressed denim. So far all that has been confirmed is that a “concept” line has been created and the project is still in its’ infancy. In case you somehow didn’t already now, Kenny Chesney is currently on his Poets and Pirates concert tour. For Kenny Chesney 2008 concert tour dates, artist biographies and event details, please visit our partner site Country Music On TourCountry Music Photo Gallery

Montgomery Gentry News

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Montgomery Gentry in the news! The Montgomery Gentry boys are celebrating their fastest rising single to date! “Back When I Knew It All” from their new album to be released in June, has already hit the Top 20 on the charts and is flying towards #1! Montgomery Gentry is also giving away a chance to win floor tickets to the CMT Music Video Awards to a member of their underground fan club. Click here to enter the drawing!! College football will see the ultimate hype this spring as Montgomery Gentry and Taylor Swift to perform as part of the inaugural Gridiron Bash on April 18. In the spirit of college sports, organizers have added an element of competition to Gridiron Bash, which gives students and fans the opportunity to win funds for their school. Combining attendance with the number of text/call-in votes from fans, a winning school will be awarded$1 million for its general scholarship fund. Second and third place will receive $500,000 and $250,000, respectively. LEARN MORE Country Music Photo Gallery

Sara Evans Gives Love Another Try

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Sara Evans announced her engagement to former Alabama Crimson Tide Quarterback Jay Barker in a frenzy of press excitement. No wedding date has been set but Sara is reported to be enjoying her engagement. Sara Evans and Jay Barker began dating shortly before Thanksgiving 2007 after her brutal divorce from her first husband Craig Schelske was finalized in September. Sara brings her three children into the marriage while Jay has four of his own from his previous marriage. “If you had asked me this time last year if I thought I’d be sitting here engaged to the most amazing man I ever met I would have just laughed,” Evans said. “I feel so blessed!”  Barker apparently proposed to Sara a few weeks ago in a New York park where the couple had their first date. You can see Sara Evans in her engaged bliss by checking out the Sara Evans 2008 concert tour schedule!Country Music Photo Gallery

Miley Cyrus in Wax – Featured at Madame Tussauds

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Miley Cyrus is definitely a pop and country icon as evidenced by her television show, hosting appearances on major award shows, and entire line of Miley Cyrus/Hannah Montana merchandise. Now her iconic likeness can also be found in Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum in the heart of Times Square in New York. Miley Cyrus is the youngest celebrity to be honored with her figure immortalized in wax which will be featured on the fifth floor of Madame’s Tussaud’s Museum. Miley is best known for starring as Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel’s hit show, Hannah Montana.Country Music Photo Gallery

Ashton Shepherd offers up CMT Exclusive interview

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Ashton Shepherd is a newcomer to the country music circuit, but definitely has a strong foundation to build on. Her debut album “Sounds So Good” recently hit store shelves to high praise from critics and fans alike. Ashton Shepherd will be featured in a new episode of CMT’s Unplugged at Studio 330 showcasing her upfront and whole-hearted voice. In an interview with CMT, Ashton describes what she thinks about being called a “tough-minded southern woman”, what she loves about her mamma, and her first Nashville experience. Here at CMNB, we’re keepin an eye on miss Ashton Shepherd as the next Gretchen Wilson in the making! But for now let’s watch her debut video “Take Off This Pain”. [youtube:http://youtube.com/watch?v=LXNgMWnz4Fc]   Country Music Photo Gallery

George Strait Releases Troubadour

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Leave it to George Strait to dominate album sales weeks before it’s even released! “Troubadour” is set to start shipping on April 1st but it’s already the top selling album on Amazon as well as many other sites who allow pre-order sales! The truth just cannot be denied; Country music fans LOVE George Strait! In addition to the hit radio single “I Saw God Today“, George Strait‘s latest album “Troubadour” will feature 11 other new tracks: 1. Troubadour 2. It Was Me 3. Brothers Of The Highway 4. River Of Love 5. House Of Cash (Duet with Patty Loveless) 6. I Saw God Today 7. Give Me More Time 8. When You’re In Love 9. Make Her Fall In Love With Me Song 10. West Texas Town (Duet with Dean Dillon) 11. House With No Doors 12. If Heartaches Were Horses You can get a little piece of George by checking out the George Strait concert calender!Country Music Photo Gallery

Martina McBride releases live CD and DVD set in April

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Martina McBride is set to release a CD/DVD combo set of live in-concert performances this coming April. Fans are excited as this will be her first live media. Previews of Martina’s DVD have already been in circulation on PBS as part of fundraising pledge drives. The setlist for this DVD is tentatively listed as: 1. Anyway 2. When God-Fearin’ Women Get The Blues 3. Wild Angels 4. My Baby Loves Me 5. Tryin’ To Find A Reason 6. How I Feel 7. Happy Girl 8. (I Never Promised You A) Rose Garden 9. You Ain’t Woman Enough 10. Help Me Make It Through The Night 11. Where Would You Be 12. Concrete Angel 13. For These Times 14. Love’s The Only House/Blessed 15. This One’s For The Girls 16. A Broken Wing 17. Independence Day 18. Don’t Stop Believin’ 19. Hit Me With Your Best Shot 20. Over The Rainbow While the CD will have the following tracks: 1. Happy Girl 2. Anyway 3. Concrete Angel 4. From The Ashes 5. Whatever You Say 6. This One’s For The Girls 7. Independence Day 8. Hit Me With Your Best Shot We expect to see “Martina McBride Live in Concert” on store shelves April 29th You can catch Martina McBride yourself by checking out the Martina McBride concert tour schedule.Country Music Photo Gallery