Megan Pacella has been writing about all genres of music since 2007. Her work has been published in Fringe, Brite, Paste, Nashville Lifestyles and American Songwriter. Aside from spending a summer in New York City (where she met her fiance!), Megan has been living, working and playing in Nashville, Tenn., since 2003. When she's not blogging about country music, you can find her gardening, kayaking, hiking, drinking lots of coffee, and--most importantly--cuddling with her golden retriever, Gibson.
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Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts + More Lined Up for Boots and Hearts Music Festival 2013
Next summer, a handful of country stars will be traveling north of the border to headline Ontario's 2013 Boots and Hearts Music Festival. The three-day country music event will showcase Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts, the Band Perry and more.
Taylor Swift Performs ‘Red’ Songs on ‘The Today Show Australia’
Just when you thought Taylor Swift was pressing the pause button on her suped up 'Red' promotional tour, she's back with another live performance. On Monday (Nov. 26), Swift appeared on 'The Today Show Australia' to put on another smashing rendition of her album's title track.
Scotty McCreery to Help Light the Tree for ‘Christmas in Rockefeller’ Special
Scotty McCreery will be on hand during the 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' television special to help ring in the Christmas season. The 'American Idol' champion will appear as part of a star-studded lineup, which includes fellow crooner Trace Adkins, as well as Mariah Carey, Cee Lo Green and others.
Hunter Hayes Admits to Being Intimidated by Carrie Underwood
Hunter Hayes just happens to have one of the most coveted jobs a hot, 21-year-old country singer could have: opening for Carrie Underwood on her 2012 Blown Away Tour. Hayes should be feeling so confident that he's strutting his stuff back stage, but he recently dished to MTV that Underwood actually makes him nervous.
Zac Brown Band Find a Circus of Love in New ‘Goodbye in Her Eyes’ Video
Zac Brown Band is one of the most talented country groups on the charts right now. And the band's latest video release proves why. Showcasing the entire group's musical prowess and creativity, 'Goodbye in Her Eyes' becomes more than just a mournful love ballad.
Taylor Swift Sports Pink Hair While Shooting ‘I Knew You Were Trouble’ Video
Taylor Swift's critics have called her a lot of things, but nobody can accuse her of being boring. Never one to settle on a signature look, country music's sweetheart sported a pink punk rock hairstyle while filming her 'I Knew You Were Trouble' video over the weekend.
Taylor Swift Wasn’t Amused by Being the Butt of a Joke at the CMAs
The CMAs are all fun and games... until someone gets hurt. While hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood hoped that everyone was in on the joke when they poked fun at country celebs at this year's awards show, not everyone walked away laughing -- specifically Taylor Swift, who took a verbal beating during the opening monologue.
Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift + More Score 2013 People’s Choice Awards Nominations
Election season is behind us (thankfully), but it's not too late to vote... For your favorite country stars, that is. The list of 2013 People's Choice Awards nominees are in, and plenty of country stars are on the ballot for country music awards and all-genre categories, too.
Toby Keith Talks Fried Foods, Moonshine and Music on ‘The Talk’
It shouldn't surprise anyone that when Toby Keith stopped by 'The Talk' on Tuesday (Nov. 14), his food focus was all about deep frying and alcohol. Of course, the country crooner carved out some time in his interview to chat about music, too.
Eli Young Band Have a Laugh in Robotic ‘Say Goodnight’ Music Video
Eli Young Band's latest single, 'Say Goodnight,' is a pretty serious love ballad. The twangy tune is all about wanting to ignore your daily to-do list, draw the shades and spend some time with that special someone in your life. But EYB's 'Say Goodnight' video isn't quite as somber as the song suggests.
Lady Antebellum, Kids Tell Sweet Puppy Love Story in ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ Video
Warning: If you watch Lady Antebellum's Christmasy new video, you're going to be in the holiday spirit before you even get a slice of Thanksgiving turkey. Filled with gifts, wreaths, and -- of course -- mistletoe, the band's 'Holly Jolly Christmas' video is perfect for holiday viewing.
Jason Aldean Reveals Cities for First Leg of 2013 Night Train Tour
All aboard! Jason Aldean has announced cities for the first leg of his 2013 Night Train Tour, which will kick off Feb. 21 in Bossier City, La. and roll through in 23 cities before moving on to the next leg.