<p>From her glimmering mini skirt to her bedazzled microphone, <strong>Kristen Kelly</strong> sparkled at the inaugural <strong>Thunder on the Mountain</strong> country music festival. Currently on tour with <strong>Rascal Flatts</strong>, Kelly’s soulful, southern voice croons tales about love, love lost and, well, <a title="whiskey" href="https://whiskeychick.rocks/branded">whiskey</a>.</p>
<p>“I may or may not be single thanks to <a title="Jack Daniels" href="https://whiskeychick.rocks/branded">Jack Daniels</a>,” Kelly told the crowd before she belted out her catchy, unreleased tune, “<em>When I Drink <a title="Whiskey" href="https://whiskeychick.rocks/branded">Whiskey</a></em>.”</p>
<p>Other crowd pleasers included a beautiful cover of “<em>Angel from Montgomery</em>” and, of course, her debut single “<em>Ex-Old Man</em>,” which had the audience singing and dancing along.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.countrymusicnewsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/KKelly1.jpg"><img src="http://www.countrymusicnewsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/KKelly1-105x150.jpg" alt="" title="KKelly1" width="105" height="150" class="alignright size-large wp-image-15929" /></a>“Life ain’t always easy, but it sure is beautiful. Never stop dreaming,” Kelly told the crowd at one point during her hour-long set.</p>
<p>It’s pretty clear that the Lorena, Texas, native has experienced her fair share of heartache, as she later addressed the subject of having an ex-husband. Knowing what she’s been through causes her music to speak that much more loudly.</p>
<p>A personal favorite Kristen Kelly tune, “He Loves to Make Me Cry,” is a smooth, romantic song that really shows off her range and strong vocals. It’s one of those songs that will make you want to grab your significant other and slow dance.</p>
<p>Kelly seems like the kind of girl I’d want to be friends with. She’s genuine, she’s been through it and she’s got attitude. I feel as though she can drink with the boys while wearing heels and lipstick. Her music just makes you feel like – a woman.</p>
<p>So, ladies, be sure to give Kristen Kelly a listen. This one’s for you.</p>
<p>Don’t worry, boys. You can listen, too.</p>