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
Carrie Underwood’s Husband Is No Romeo, But She Helps Him Be Romantic
When you catch a glimpse of Carrie Underwood on the red carpet with her husband, Nashville Predators hockey star Mike Fisher, it's easy to think that they are a celebrity couple who has it all. But, not so fast. Underwood recently dished that her husband is like most men -- meaning being romantic doesn't exactly come naturally to him.
Brett Eldredge Falls in Love in New ‘Don’t Ya’ Video
Brett Eldredge's new single 'Don't Ya' has everything that country music fans love: a little twang, a great storyline and the hint of a love story. Keeping with the theme of the song, the three-minute video shows Eldredge playing awesome guitar riffs and making eyes at a pretty girl across a crowded party.
Blake Shelton Announces Free Surprise Concerts
If you are dying to see Blake Shelton perform, we've got one word for you: Twitter. The award-winning, hilarious country crooner has taken to his favorite social media platform this week to announce a few surprise shows to his followers.
Taylor Swift Brings Out Surprise Guest Nelly in St. Louis
Taylor Swift and Nelly don't seem like a likely combination, but that hasn't stopped the country music crossover star from rubbing elbows with the St. Louis native on several occasions. During a Red Tour stopover in Nelly's hometown this week, Swift shocked her audience when she brought the rap star on stage.
Jason Aldean Brings a Few of His Friends to Star-Studded ‘1994’ Video
Forget 1999. In Jason Aldean's world, it's time to party like it's '1994.' Aldean released the music video for his 90s-themed country song, and its star-studded lineup will leave country music fans more than satisfied.
Taylor Swift Admits Harry Styles Inspired ‘I Knew You Were Trouble’
Lately, it seems that Taylor Swift's lips are getting much looser when it comes to dishing on the inspiration behind her breakup songs and how she really feels about some of her ex-boyfriends. Most recently, it was One Direction's Harry Styles. We're not sure what Styles did to get under Swift's skin, but she had no problem revealing that he was on her mind when she penned 'I Knew You Were Trouble
Kristen Kelly Plays Country Music Queen in ‘He Loves to Make Me Cry’ Video
Kristen Kelly might not be classified as a country music diva just yet, but in her new video for her sophomore single 'He Loves to Make Me Cry,' she proves that she has the kind of powerhouse vocals that will make her a major star before too long.
Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson Top List of 100 ‘American Idol’ Hit Singles
Ever since singing competition reality shows became en vogue, radio play has been dotted with hits that came straight from shows like 'American Idol.' In fact, a lot of big-name stars -- including Carrie Underwood and Kelly Clarkson -- came straight from the 'Idol' stage. Recently, Billboard magazine conducted a special survey of the Top 100 'American Idol' hits, and country music was well represe
Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley to Play Watershed Music Festival
The three-day outdoor Watershed Music Festival is only two years in the making, but it's drawing some big names to headline the performances. Luke Bryan, Toby Keith and Brad Paisley are among the talented country crooners who will take the stage at The Gorge Amphitheatre August 2-4. Sounds like this is a "can't miss" experience!
Scotty McCreery Takes Fans Behind the Scenes With New Webisode Series, ‘ScotTV’
You can bet your cowboy boots that hanging out with Scotty McCreery is a good time. The well-known baritone has shown his silly in interviews and commercials before, but now fans will really have the opportunity to get to know the country singer by watching 'ScotTV,' his new web series.
Ashley Monroe Releases Flower-Filled ‘Like a Rose’ Video
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Ashley Monroe released the deeply personal title track from her new album 'Like a Rose' several months ago. After a long wait, the much-anticipated video for Monroe's popular single is finally ready for fans -- and it includes plenty of rose petals.
Taylor Swift Hit Spoofed in ‘Breaking Bad’ Parody
There's no better way to prepare for the return of the popular television show 'Breaking Bad' than by watching a hilarious parody of Taylor Swift's 'We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together.' Of course, instead of the girl-power anthem the song was originally meant to be, a few jokesters from Teddie Films turned it into a song about... er... inappropriate activities.