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.
Megan Pacella
Miranda Lambert’s ‘Mama’s Broken Heart’ Lyric Video Details a Woman Scorned
It doesn't seem like it would be possible for a country singer to capture his or her personality in a simple lyric video. But somehow, Miranda Lambert overcame the odds when she released a quirky video that spells out every word to her tune 'Mama's Broken Heart.'
Kenny Chesney Documentary ‘The Color Orange’ to Air This Weekend
When people of Middle Tennessee say they "bleed orange," they're referring to their undying devotion to the University of Tennessee Volunteers. Kenny Chesney is counted amongst the school's fans. In fact, the award-winning country crooner loves the Big Orange so much that he produced a documentary about the football team's history.
Randy Travis Officially Charged With DWI
Last August, Randy Travis was arrested for suspicion of DWI -- reportedly while naked -- after driving his car into a Texas construction site. Yesterday (Jan. 10), Travis's blood-alcohol test came back and he will now be formally charged with driving while intoxicated.
Keith Urban and John Travolta Duet the Beatles’ ‘Yesterday’
The names Keith Urban and John Travolta don't exactly seem like they should go together. But this week at the Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills, the country crooner joined forces with the famous actor to put on an incredible cover of the Beatles' 'Yesterday.'
Blake Shelton Reveals That He Nearly Quit ‘The Voice’
It's no secret that Blake Shelton would like to put his music career before his gig coaching upcoming stars on 'The Voice.' Shelton has been vocal about his frustration with producers of the show for doing multiple back-to-back seasons, and now he's revealed that he almost walked off the set for good a few months ago.
Tate Stevens Kicks Off His Country Career Writing With John Rich
In late December, 'X Factor' winner Tate Stevens announced that he would be moving his family to Nashville to work on his country music career. It looks like Stevens has arrived in Music City and is already working hard, according to a photo that he shared this week.
The Band Perry Announce New Fan Club
Just when you thought you couldn't possibly be a bigger fan of the Band Perry, the sibling trio comes out with a new way for you to pledge your allegiance to them and their music: The Fans Perry fan club!
Taylor Swift and Harry Styles Hit the Slopes With Another Celebrity Couple
Weather conditions have been pretty frightful for folks all over the U.S. this week, but in Taylor Swift's world, things are starting to heat up. The 23-year-old country crossover singer hit the slopes with One Direction's Harry Styles and another celebrity couple last weekend for a little R&R.
Eric Church Shares His Hangover Cure Just in Time for New Year’s Eve
New Year's Eve is all fun and games for those who are 21 or older...until you ring in Jan. 1 with a massive headache, that is. Luckily, country powerhouse Eric Church has let us in on his hangover cure just in time for the biggest party of a year. Listen up, all you revelers and partygoers!
Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks Completes First Solo Album
It's been quite a while since country music fans have heard new material from the Dixie Chicks, but that isn't going to stop the trio's lead singer Natalie Maines from singing. Maines has finished recording her first solo album, which will hit store shelves and digital retailers this spring.
Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert Reportedly Buy a House Together
Things seem to be going well for Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert, as is evident by a rumored recent purchase -- and it's a big one.
The fellow country singers' romance has been heating up this winter, and apparently that's been topped by Kramer and Gilbert buying a house together, according to Nashville Gab...
Newcomers the Henningsens Make Huge Debut at Country Radio
Arista Nashville has a new artist on the block, and they've already been debuted on more than 70 radio stations -- and growing. The family band calls themselves the Henningsens, and their first single 'American Beautiful' received a combined 77 Country Aircheck and Billboard radio adds last week.