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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Rascal Flatts Announce 10th Album, ‘Back to Us’
Rascal Flatts will be releasing their tenth studio album in May, the band members announced on The Ellen DeGeneres Show March 3. The guys stopped by the show to perform “Yours if You Want It,” their new single.
Justin Moore’s Daughter Boycotting Having Another Baby Sister
Justin Moore’s family will soon have a new addition, but one of the Moores is not on board with having any other females in the house. Moore’s oldest daughter Ella says she won’t hear of it.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, Thomas Rhett to Present at Grammys
The Grammy Awards are fast approaching, and the official list of presenters has now been released. It includes several of country’s biggest names.
Michael Ray Smolders in New Video for ‘Think a Little Less’ [Watch]
Michael Ray brings his A-game in his new video for “Think a Little Less,” pulling out his best sexy smolder and tight black henley for the occasion.
Sam Hunt’s Haunting Words Cut Deep in ‘Drinkin’ Too Much’ Lyric Video [Watch]
When Sam Hunt wrote the deeply personal lyrics to “Drinkin’ Too Much,” he didn’t hold anything back. The artist just released a haunting new lyric video for the acoustic version of the song, written about his now-fiancee, Hannah Lee Fowler.
Keith Urban, Little Big Town to Honor Bee Gees in Grammy Tribute
Keith Urban and Little Big Town will be joining a host of other talented artists to pay tribute to the Bee Gees, in a TV special put on by the Grammys.
Holy Crap, Miranda Lambert’s Dad Can Sing!
Miranda Lambert brought two leading men in her life onstage with her at a tour preview show at Joe's Bar in Chicago on Tuesday night (Jan. 24). Her dad, Rick Lambert, and her boyfriend, Anderson East, joined Lambert in singing an old spiritual-turned-civil-rights-anthem titled “Woke Up This Morning (With My Mind Stayed on Freedom).”
Kelsea Ballerini to Perform at Nashville Symphony Fashion Show
Kelsea Ballerini will be taking the stage at Nashville’s Symphony Fashion Show on April 18, 2017 as the featured performer for this year's event, which benefits the Nashville Symphony’s artistic, education and community engagement programs.
Darius Rucker Honored by St. Jude for Long-time Support
Darius Rucker was honored by St. Jude Children’s Hospital for his long-time commitment to supporting the organization with his time, talent and contributions over the years. The singer was given the Randy Owen Angels Among Us award, which recognizes individuals who have “made exceptional and lasting contributions” to St. Jude through their “unique commitment and humanitarian spirit,” according to the news release.
Thomas Rhett Extends 2017 Home Team Tour
Fans can’t get enough of Thomas Rhett’s Home Team Tour, so he’s adding more dates for the 2017 run. Due to demand, the artist has already added more shows to the docket, even though the tour doesn’t kick off until February.
Kane Brown Covers Jason Aldean’s ‘Lights Come On’ [Watch]
Kane Brown built a career on posting videos covering country songs, and he hasn’t abandoned that practice since he’s become a young star. The artist posted a cover of Jason Aldean’s "Lights Come On" Jan. 3, featuring Brown and his band member hanging out on the tour bus and jamming out to the song.
Lead Actors Announced for ‘God Bless the Broken Road’ Movie
Rascal Flatts’ hit “Bless the Broken Road” is taking on a whole new dimension as a feature film later this year, and according to Billboard, the movie stars an NFL great as one of the lead characters.
Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie Take Audience Back to the ’80s With Commodores Cover [Watch]
Just one of the perks of being Luke Bryan is you get to sing with your musical heroes -- on more than one occasion.
Brad Paisley Reveals Release Date for New Album ‘Love and War’
Brad Paisley has finally announced the official release date for his much-anticipated new album, Love and War.