Laura McClellan has been writing since she can remember -- her earliest journals take place in the Lisa Frank era -- and began pursuing her passion professionally as a freelance writer in 2011. Since then, she has worked in Public Relations and has written artist bios, magazine articles and blog posts, among other projects. McClellan moved to Nashville in 2006 to attend Belmont University, where she earned a degree in PR and fell in love with the city. She also loves Tina Fey, pizza, Twitter, classic fiction, Netflix and judging musical performances from her couch. Laura lives in Nashville with her husband and their orange cat, Beckett.
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Dierks Bentley Admits ‘Different for Girls’ Is a Risk
Dierks Bentley has evolved significantly since his “What Was I Thinkin’” days, and his new album Black is a testament to the maturity he’s developed as an artist, including his most recent single “Different for Girls.” The song, which is a duet with pop artist Elle King, is a bit of a deviation for the artist based on his past singles — something Bentley admits was a risk for him creatively.
Jake Owen Pays Tribute to His Father on ‘American Love’
If it weren’t for Jake Owen’s dad, he may have never gotten his Love Bus. Owen sat down with Taste of Country recently and shared that it was his father who taught him how to drive stick shift — a skill he later needed to drive his famed 1966 Volkswagen van.
Brad Paisley to Play Free Show in Place of Canceled Buckle Up Fest
Brad Paisley is going above and beyond for fans in Cincinnati after a disappointing cancellation of Buckle Up Festival, originally slated for Aug. 5-6 with Paisley as the headliner.
Blake Shelton Recalls When Gwen Stefani Became ‘All I Care About’
Blake Shelton recalls beginning of his relationship with Gwen Stefani, waking up one day and realizing she was all he cared about.
Hillary Scott Says She Feels ‘At Peace’ After Miscarriage
Hillary Scott recently revealed that her deeply personal tune “Thy Will” was written in the wake of experiencing a miscarriage, and though she has not downplayed the pain of the circumstances, she now says she feels a peace about the situation...
Kenny Chesney to Release Pink Collab as New Single
Kenny Chesney has been changing around a lot of details on his upcoming album hinging on the addition of a collaboration with pop superstar Pink for the record, but now it’s all worth it.
Country Thunder Shows Canceled Due to Weather Concerns
Ironically, the Country Thunder Music Festival had to cancel several shows on July 21 in Wisconsin due to the threat of, well, actual thunder.
Eric Paslay Visits ‘Angels’ in Towns Around the Country
Eric Paslay’s latest single “Angels in This Town” is an inspirational, yet down-to-earth, anthem about those moments in life when you can’t help but think you’ve had a glimpse of something extraordinary. Sparked by the message of his own tune, the artist has been making stops during his tour to visit people who fit the bill of "Angels in This Town,” as a way to say thank you for all they do.
Cam Plays Pokemon Go Backstage at the Opry [Watch]
Cam wanders the backstage halls of the Grand Ole Opry playing the new app Pokemon Go.
Brett Eldredge Gets His ‘Partner in Crime’
Sorry, Thomas Rhett — Brett Eldredge has a new best friend in his life, and his name is Edgar.
Man Arrested After Burglarizing Reba McEntire’s Family Ranch
An Oklahoma man has been charged after robbing Reba McEntire's family ranch back in June.
Luke Bryan, Dustin Lynch ‘Play Something Country’ in Concert [Watch]
Dustin Lynch may be a newcomer compared to Luke Bryan, but he definitely holds his own when the two perform together, like their recent cover of Brooks and Dunn’s “Play Something Country.”