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Dean Brody named HELLO! Canada’s most beautiful
Congratulations to Canadian singer-songwriter Dean Brody! He’s just been named one of HELLO! Canada’s most beautiful people. He’s one of the handpicked Canadian stars for the issue, which is out on news stands today.
Dean has earned his spot on the list given his tremendous success across the country with his latest album DIRT. Raised in Jaffray, British Columbia, the singer-songwriter has become a household name in Canadian Country music. This year alone, he has been nominated for Country Album of the Year at the 2013 JUNO Awards and sold out his “The Dirt Tour” across Canada. He has charted four smash hits from his sophomore album, including the Gold-selling anthem “Canadian Girls,” “It’s Friday” ft. Great Big Sea, “Bob Marley” and his latest single “Dirt,” currently the #1 Most Added Single at radio this week.
Dean begins the summer festival circuit this June, with plans to release a brand new single this August in anticipation of his upcoming third album this November 2013.
Miranda Lambert shares golden rules to marriage
Miranda Lambert has had enough of the tabloid rumors about her marriage to Blake Shelton. In an exclusive interview with US Weekly, which was sent to us, she explains why she’ll always stand by her man, and shares her golden rules to a happy marriage.
Miranda tells the magazine that even with the normal ups and downs of a marriage, divorce is NOT an option for the pair.
Miranda Lambert & Blake Shelton cover the new issue of US Weekly.
Here’s her golden rules for a happy marriage:
1) The twosome have promised to not spend more than two weeks apart.
2) They don’t keep secrets. The couple has each other’s phone passwords, so no more snooping!
3) They stay in touch. “We talk at least once a day, and we text a lot,” she says.
4) They plan downtime. “We hang out as best friends,” she tells Us. “Me and Blake have full-on parties by ourselves, listening to music.”
5) He has to please the missus. Lambert made demands for the pair’s L.A. rental home: “I told him he would have to get me a place with a pool and a yard for the dogs, and he did!’
Make sure to pick up a copy of US Weekly when it hits stands nationwide on Friday.
LeAnn Rimes opens up about her weight
After questions and controversy have followed LeAnn Rimes for years, she finally opened up about her weight to a British magazine. In her interview with Fabulous, she speaks about her weight, why fans don’t need to be concerned, her self confidence, becoming a step-mother, and her treatments for anxiety and stress.
On if she has purposely tried to gain weight since fans and media became concerned, she said:
“I never tried to lose weight and I never tried to gain it. It depends on how stressed I am. I was eating a ton and couldn’t put on weight!”
But the important question: is she happy with how she looks?
“I’m secure with my body. Trust me, there are moments when I’ve stood in the mirror and gone: “Oh my God, I’m getting cellulite!” but then I stand in a different light and I’m like: “Oh, it’s not so bad now.” I have my moments, like every woman.”
Read the full interview on Fabulous’ website here and let us know what you think about her opening up.
The Band Perry Covers Billboard Magazine
It’s been a whirlwind for years for The Band Perry, and with their forthcoming sophomore album Pioneer hitting stores on April 2, the trio shows no signs of slowing down. They’ve already had a #1 single with the album’s first track “Better Dig Two,” worked with super-producer Rick Rubin, and this week, the band covers Billboard magazine.
Read on for some excerpts from the story and be sure to pick up the issue on newsstands.
On working on the new album: ”Even more than pressure, we felt responsibility to even have the opportunity to record a second album,” Kimberly says, “because the fans making the first record such a success was in itself such a gift. The three of us felt the responsibility to dig as deep as we could, and we definitely dug deep.”
To begin the recording process, we took a road trip out to Malibu, Calif.,” Reid says, “and during that time we wrote a lot of the music along the way, including at the Grand Canyon. We wrote the song ‘Pioneer’ in Santa Fe, N.M.” They eventually made it to Malibu and met with Rubin. “Rick helped us refine the songs,” Reid says.
About working with Rick Rubin: ”Rick also opened up our minds to the spirit behind music,” Kimberly says. “He was a teacher in that area. There were times where we walked into the control room that he had tears in his eyes because the music so moved him.”
See a behind-the-scenes look at the cover shoot and making of the album on Billboard.com, here.
Carrie Underwood covers Allure Magazine
Country’s very own superstar Carrie Underwood is the latest cover girl for Allure magazine. The issue, which hits newsstands on Tuesday, January 22nd, Carrie talks about her stance on gay marriage and why she’s in support of the controversial topic, her stage outfits, and her views on family. It should be a must-read for any Carrie fan! We’re totally in support of Carrie standing up for what she believes in.
Carrie Underwood covers Allure Magazine.
In other Carrie news, as we reported on Twitter last night, she is once again the first confirmed artist for this year’s CMA Fest in Nashville. The official announcement should come within a few days, but yes fans, it’s real! Will you be going? What other artists do you want to see added to the line-up this year?
Miranda Lambert Covers February Redbook
Miranda Lambert has never been one to shy away from speaking her mind, and as the cover girl of February’s Redbook Magazine, she does just that. The article tackles every topic from Twitter and insecurities, to “being the bad guy” and her endearingly big-mouthed hubby, Blake Shelton.
And while she may look as tough as gunpowder and lead, Miranda is full of her own insecurities and insists she’s a big ol’ softy:
“I’m insecure about tons of things! I cry onstage once a week, singing ‘The House That Built Me,’ and I always tell the crowd, ‘Don’t tell anyone I was cryin’!’ Or ‘Over You,’ when Blake and I had all that loss in our lives.”
Easton Corbin Covers Nashville Lifestyle
Mercury Records recording artist Easton Corbin is the cover of Nashville Lifestyles November issue themed “Heroes – Meet Our City’s Most Inspiring Humanitarians.” Corbin’s feature is titled “Southern Gentleman” and has captivating photos by famed photographer Kristen Barlowe to tell the story.
One of Corbin’s current charity endeavors is the Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund, which honors and supports our military heroes by awarding college scholarships to children of the military who have sacrificed life or limb defending our country. Corbin has partnered with Dodge and is driving a 2012 Ram 1500 Laramie Longhorn truck that will be auctioned in early 2013 with all proceeds going to the charity. On December 29 he will be participating in the Dodge Ram Jam concert in Nashville that will also contribute to the charity. For more information on Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund go to www.freedomalliance.org.
Corbin’s current single “Lovin’ You Is Fun” is number six on this week’s Billboard Country single chart. Check out his cover below and don’t forget to pick up your copy!
Miranda Lambert & Danica Patrick Cover Country Weekly
Country music superstar Miranda Lambert and her newest gal pal Danica Patrick are covering the latest issue of Country Weekly. The “Fastest Girl In Town” singer is showing off the pair’s distinctive styles from the music video in the issue, as well as sharing behind the scenes details of the video shoot with the magazine. Miranda and Danica met for the first time on-set of the “Four The Record” singer’s latest music video.
Miranda’s latest music video is groundbreaking, and the first interactive music video with its own smart phone app. The application lets fans change the camera angles of the action scenes from the video, and unlock special bonus content for watching the video on their mobile devices.
Miranda sat down with Country Weekly and discussed her new friendship with the NASCAR driver, and the relationship between country music fans and racing fans.
“Fastest Girl In Town” is already in the top 20 at country radio and is quickly rising up the charts. The reining CMA and ACM female vocalist of the year is currently out on the road with her “ON FIRE” tour across the United States and Canada.
Kellie Pickler Covers Maxim Magazine
Country music’s own Kellie Pickler is the leading lady on the cover of Maxim magazine’s special military tribute issue, “Maxim Salutes The Military.” The issue, which hits newsstands on Tuesday, July 31st, features Kellie on the cover and in the centerfold in a 1950′s-style with a modern flare, and an in-depth personal interview on why she loves performing for the troops overseas with her USO Tours. The story, and full photo spread, is live on Maxim.com right now.
In the cover story, Kellie remembers the sacrifices made for her country’s freedom.
“I come from a military family. My grandfather is a retired Marine, and I’ve always had a great deal of respect for anyone who serves our country. It really does take someone special to sacrifice everything. I don’t mean just their lives, either. There are men who are sacrificing the chance to hold their newborn baby!” she says.
The issue will be available on July 31st for the month of August. Check out the cover picture below:
Maxim to Premiere Bucky Covington’s New Video
Bucky Covington and Shooter Jennings have teamed up with Maxim.com to premiere their wild new music video for “Drinking Side of Country.” The neo-outlaw action filled adventure features guest appearances by Kellie Pickler, X Games medalist Kenny Bartram, and TNA Impact Knockout Wrestler Mickie James. The music video is available NOW for fans to watch on Maxim.com, so click here to watch “Drinking Side of Country” right here on Maxim’s site. The video will be featured on other online outlets and televisions stations in the next few days.
The video was filmed in Greensburg, Kentucky earlier this year during a record-setting heatwave in the region. The song was a co-write by Bucky with his twin brother Rocky, and Ducky Medlock, and will be featured on Bucky’s upcoming album “Good Guys,” due out September 11th.
