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Off You Should Go … to iTunes

Jennifer Swirsky — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:51:38 +0000

You know when you hear a song and you just know it has “it”? That song that you can’t wait to hear on the radio while you are driving with the windows down so other cars can hear it? The song you sing at the top of your lungs? Well, remember that Cherie Oakley single, “Off I Go,” we teased last week? Well, it is now available on iTunes, and it is just that kind of song!

“Off I Go” has a Laura Bell Bundy “Shakin’” fun beat with some serious Miranda Lambert attitude. Add these things together with Cherie’s unparalleled vocals, and it certainly has all the components to be a huge hit!

While I would love to stay here and go on and on about how fantastic this new single is, I have one thing to say — “hell no, off I go!” I have a song to listen to on repeat!

What are you waiting for? Head over to iTunes and download “Off I Go”! Let us know what you think of Cherie’s song by leaving us a comment here or contacting us on Twitter @keepinitblog.

REVIEW: Nashville – Sometimes Good Intentions Don’t Come Across So Well

Jennifer Swirsky — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 00:22:05 +0000

This seemed to be the theme of the second episode of the show that has created quite a buzz, ABC’s Nashville. The second episode began with Hayden Panettiere‘s character, Juliette Barnes, taking over the streets of Nashville, literally, as she filmed a music video that has Laura Bell Bundy “Giddy On Up” style choreography, mixed with the naughtiness of Christina Aguilera back in her “Dirrty” days. And, of course, stuck in the traffic caused by Juliette is Rayna Jaymes, former country starlet who is trying to breathe new life back into a career that her record label believes is dwindling. Naturally, seeing the young vixen create such a stir is a point of contention for Rayna, as she still tries to work through the abominable idea her record label suggested — that she open for a songstress that, age-wise, she could have given birth to herself.

We all know that Rayna is highly opposed to opening for Juliette, and if we know it, so does her record label. So, instead, they have proposed that Rayna hit the road with Deacon, her former love of eleven years, in an attempt to sell-out small venues. Now, this sounds like a great idea, except the last time these two hot and talented stars were on tour, they were dating, a la Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Remember, Rayna is married (perhaps somewhat unhappily, as her husband is dabbling in her father’s profession, politics, which she loathes) and, ironically, Deacon has been seen galavanting around Nashville with Juliette Barnes herself. Rumor has it they are just writing music together, but other Nashvillians have spotted the two canoodling in the process. When Rayna agrees to tour with Deacon and attempt to get a bite of her previous success, Deacon turns into somewhat of a tug-of-war rope between Rayna and Juliette. Rayna is married; she shouldn’t care what Deacon does in his free time. However, when the two hit the stage of The Bluebird and sing the same song they sang in the same place twenty years ago, it is obvious there is still an undeniable chemistry between Rayna and Deacon. And Juliette, a member of the audience, clearly notices it as well. She is seen with tears streaming down her face and quickly exits the venue.

So, what good intentions didn’t come across so well? Juliette gifting a $50,000 guitar to Deacon…Is it a thank you for helping her write music? Is it a gift to reel him in on a personal level? Rayna appeared at her husband’s political event. Of course, it turns into a bitter battle between she and her father. And who can forget the “socialites” who, likely having good intentions, tried to schmooze with Rayna and compliment her career, only to make her realize how much she has gone adrift? I mean, her album ISN’T available at Starbucks?! *gasp* Also, in a whole other story line, Scarlett, girlfriend of small local band member, Avery, keeps “hush” about an offer she received to pen music for a big act with Gunnar. Scarlett kept it a secret from Avery, who has been trying to break into music for years, not wanting to hurt him, but we all know that keeping secrets causes more hurt once the lid is off the jar.

The mystery of the evening, as there is always something that cliff-hangs us and makes us want to tune into the show next week…Well, other than Rayna stating to Deacon that performing their old song was a bad idea (because obviously she felt something for him in the moment), Rayna’s husband, Teddy, was seen throwing papers into a fire at their Nashville home. Our prediction is that Teddy was going to serve Rayna with divorce papers because their lives are moving in such separate directions, but after Rayna made a cameo at the political gathering, Teddy reconsidered and disposed of those papers before anybody could figure out his intentions.

Make sure to tune in next week to see what goes on behind the scenes in the city that oozes music. We are sure it’s bound to be an hour of great songs, dramatic twists and turns, and confusion in the romance department.

Did you enjoy the music you heard in this episode of Nashville? If so, check out the list of songs below:

“Little Lie” (Performed by Lindi Ortega)

“I’ll Be There (If You Ever Want Me)” (Performed by Gunnar)

“Matchbox Blues” (Performed by Deacon)

“No One Will Ever Love You” (Performed by Rayna and Deacon)

“Telescope” (Performed by Juliette)

“A Twist of Barbwire” (Performed by Avery)

“Undermine” (Performed by Deacon and Juliette)

“See It For Yourself” (Sugar & the Hi Lo’s)

“Baby We Were Young” (Dirty Guvnahs)

“Only the Lonely Talkin’” (Danielle Peck)

“Bad Thing” (King Tuff)

“If I Wanted Someone” (Dawes)

“Hail Hail” (Shovels & Rope)

DVR Reminder! Laura Bell Bundy Guest Stars on “Hart of Dixie”

Jennifer Swirsky — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:45:05 +0000

Hey all you ladies and gents, don’t forget to giddy on up to The CW tomorrow night, October 16th, to check out country singer, Laura Bell Bundy, on “Hart of Dixie.” Laura Bell plays Shelby, the girl who comes to town and woos George Tucker (played by Scott Porter). If you’re like me and have missed seeing Laura Bell on the small screen, now is your chance to see this Broadway superstar take on a new acting role!

“Hart of Dixie” airs on The CW at 8pm EST/7pm CST on Tuesday nights.

Laura Bell Bundy Is the Newest “Dixie” Chick

Jennifer Swirsky — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 01:12:29 +0000

Broadway baby turned country singer, Laura Bell Bundy, is “Giddy[ing] On Up” to make her mark on the small screen. Laura Bell will be making her way into The CW’s “Hart of Dixie” as a character named Shelby, during the second season of The CW’s new hit series.

“Hart of Dixie” kicks off its second season on The CW on October 2nd at 8:00pm eastern/7:00pm central. Make sure to tune in to catch Laura Bell as she sashays into a small town to shake things up in the third episode of the second season of this new hit show, which airs on October 16.

Congratulations to Laura Bell on her newest endeavor!

Charity Auction Chock Full ‘O Country Prizes!

Jennifer Swirsky — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 11:27:07 +0000

Kreative Kids Foundation, founded by former Broadway sensation and current country star Laura Bell Bundy, is holding an auction that is geared directly toward all of you country fans out there. The proceeds of the auction will go to Kreative Kids Foundation, an organization which helps artistic youth strive toward a career in the arts, despite limited financial means.

Included in this auction are: two tickets and a meet and greet to any Lady Antebellum concert; two tickets and a meet and greet to any Miranda Lambert & Pistol Annies concert; two tickets and a meet and greet to any Blake Shelton concert; two tickets and a meet and greet to any Rascal Flatts concert; two tickets and a meet and greet to any Dierks Bentley concert; two tickets and a meet and greet to any Luke Bryan concert; two tickets to attend the 2013 Country Music Television Awards in Nashville; two tickets to attend the 2013 Country Music Association Awards; and two tickets to attend the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas.

Start placing your bids now by clicking here! Bidding on all of these incredible opportunities ends tomorrow, Thursday, June 21, 2012. Don’t miss out on your chance to support a great cause and walk away with a once in a lifetime experience! And, if you win one of these exciting auctions, please let us know what you won and if you heard about the auction by visiting Keepin’ It Country! Good luck to all who participate!

Laura Bell Bundy Inspires Today’s Artistic Youth

Jennifer Swirsky — Wed, 30 May 2012 15:00:13 +0000

Broadway sensation/Tony Award nominee turned country singer, Laura Bell Bundy, has always been interested in arts education. In fact, Laura, along with her former “Legally Blonde: The Musical” costar, Paul Canaan, runs two organizations geared toward youth and the arts – Take It From The Top and Kreative Kids.

Because of Laura’s passion for helping artistic youth follow their dreams and aspirations of pursuing careers in the arts, Laura happily dedicates her free time to serve as an inspiration to these children. Recently, she spent a night at The Orpheum Theatre High School Musical Theatre Awards as the host of the event. Laura explained, “I definitely am reminded of why I chose this as a craft. The youthful enthusiasm they have and the excitement and desire they have, it’s the same desire and excitement I had and have.”

Laura used the arts as a creative outlet to escape emotionally trying times in her personal life, and she holds the arts near and dear to her heart, hoping that today’s youth can find that same escape. At first, Laura turned to acting to help her through these hard times. “My acting work is always an outlet to what’s going on with me emotionally.”

After stints on “The Guiding Light,” “Wicked,” “Hairspray,” and a starring role in Broadway’s “Legally Blonde,” Laura focused on her love for country music. In 2010, Laura debuted her first album on a major label, “Achin’ and Shakin’,” which cleverly splits twelve tracks into two distinct parts – achin’ for the slow, heartache’y tunes; and shakin’ for the upbeat, country line-dancin’ jams. Laura is currently working on her sophomore album and will be performing at CMA Fest in Nashville on June 9.

We commend Laura on her hard work and dedication to the arts and look forward to her upcoming second album! Make sure to check out Take It From The Top and Kreative Kids to find out how you can help bring the arts to a child’s life.

Montgomery Gentry To Hold Tornado Relief Concert

Lydia Picknell — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 15:37:32 +0000

Montgomery Gentry are teaming up with Laura Bell Bundy and 98.1 The Bull in Lexington, Kentucky for a special tornado relief concert on May 9th. “The Kentucky Cares Concert” will benefit the American Red Cross, and tickets are only $20 each. Tickets go on-sale tomorrow morning at 10 am, but there is a very limited amount of space as only 1100 tickets will be available. The concert is 18 and over only, and will be held at Buster’s Billiards & Backroom in Lexington, Kentucky.

To purchase tickets go to the Ticketfly official website tomorrow morning after 10 am local time.

CMA Awards Announce First Round Of Presenters

Lydia Picknell — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 17:18:49 +0000

The Country Music Association announced today its first round of presenters for the 45th annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards. Lauren Alaina, Dierks Bentley, Laura Bell Bundy, Billy Currington, Kellie Pickler, Jake Owen, Reba McEntire, and Leann Rimes are the first group of presenters for the award show on November 9th.

Singer-songwriter Matt Nathanson will perform his single “Run” live with Sugarland during the broadcast. Sugarland was previously announced as one of the performers at this year’s award show.

The 45th annual CMA Awards will air live from Nashville on ABC at 8 pm EST on November 9th. They’ll once again be co-hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood.

Lady Antebellum To Host Premiere Networks CMA Special

Lydia Picknell — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 18:16:53 +0000

Country music super-trio Lady Antebellum have been announced as the hosts of the Premiere Radio Networks Country Music Association (CMA) Awards special. The four-hour radio special features interviews with nominated artists Martina McBride, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, and Keith Urban among many other stars. The special will air on Premiere Radio Networks across the United States.

Laura Bell Bundy and Craig Morgan will host specials the day of the awards, and Premiere will broadcast the awards live on its radio stations. Laura Bell will co-host the post-award telecast with Premiere Networks personality Larry Morgan. Craig will host the red carpet special and ask stars questions live on the radio as they make their way into the Bridgestone Arena.

The 45th annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will air live on ABC at 8 pm EST on November 9th.

Laura Bell Bundy to Host CMT’s “Video of The Year” Special

Lydia Picknell — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:04:09 +0000

The always entertaining Laura Bell Bundy will serve as host to CMT’s Video of the Year special on June 4th at 2 pm EST. The one-hour special will feature the ten nominees for the CMT Awards Video of the Year with commentary from Bundy.

The highlights include Jason Aldean’s “My Kinda Party,” Kenny Chesney’s “The Boys Of Fall,” and Miranda Lambert’s “The House That Built Me.”

Fans can vote the Video of the Year award at CMT.com during the broadcast of the CMT awards on June 8th live from Nashville, Tennessee.