Christina Vinson writes for a variety of publications, with work ranging from full-length magazine features to SEO-rich blog posts. When she's not typing away at the computer, you can find her at the library with a stack of books, in the kitchen baking cinnamon rolls or drinking coffee at a local coffee shop.
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Taylor Swift Drops Second Clue About … New Music?
All eyes are on Taylor Swift's social media accounts as she drops hints at what everyone assumes to be new music, and on Wednesday (Aug. 6), she revealed another clue.
Vince Gill Welcomes First Grandchild!
Vince Gill has earned the new title of Grandpa! The iconic singer welcomed his very first grandchild on Monday (Aug. 4).
Jason Aldean Is the Most Downloaded Male Country Artist in History
Jason Aldean has accomplished a lot in his career, but this is especially massive. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has recognized the star as the Top Male Country Artist in the history of their Digital Gold & Platinum Awards -- and he's only 37 years old!
Keith Urban Pleads for Nashville Residents to Help Preserve Music Row
Keith Urban may have been born in New Zealand, but he makes his home -- and music -- in Nashville, Tenn. Recently, there's been a threat to the esteemed Music Row, and Urban is calling on Music City residents to help preserve the iconic area.
Brad Paisley Dishes on Bromance With Ludacris
The male judges of 'Rising Star,' Brad Paisley and Ludacris, seem like polar opposites. But as the saying goes, "opposites attract." The country singer dishes on his growing bromance with the rapper, admitting their friendship was instantaneous.
Miranda Lambert Gives Fans a Peek Inside Her Pinked-Out Tour Bus
Now that she's a household name among country music lovers, Miranda Lambert is able to travel in style while on the road. She gives a peek inside her tour bus, which is totally 'pinked-out.'
Toby Keith Tops Forbes List as Highest Paid Country Artist
Toby Keith's popularity shows in the numbers. For the second year in a row, the superstar tops Forbes' list of highest paid country artists with a hefty $65 million.
In a world where album sales are dropping, where does Keith cash in big...
Taylor Swift Readying ‘Explosive’ Performance for 2014 MTV Music Awards
Taylor Swift will take the stage in August to perform at the 2014 MTV Music Awards, and it sounds like her performance will be one to watch.
Hunter Hayes Serenades Lucky Girl in ‘Tattoo’ Music Video
Every Hayniac would dissolve into a puddle if Hunter Hayes serenaded them with his new hit 'Tattoo.' In his new music video, he sings the catchy (and utterly adorable) song to a gorgeous brunette, and he seems so smitten with her it seems that he'll be the one to dissolve into a puddle just by looking at her.
Taylor Swift, Eric Church + More Set for 2014 iHeartRadio Music Festival
The 2014 iHeart Music Festival is going to be studded with country artists, and not just any artists -- these performers are superstars. Taylor Swift, Eric Church and Zac Brown Band are among the festival's just-announced lineup, making this a must-see event for fans of all genres.
Brad Paisley Keeps His Word, Performs With Sarah Darling at Grand Ole Opry
Brad Paisley is a man of his word. The hitmaker told rising country star Sarah Darling -- who narrowly missed the chance to move on in 'Rising Star' -- that she could share the stage with him at the Grand Ole Opry, and the two singers did just that on Friday (July 18).
Tim McGraw, Keith Urban + More Enthrall Fans at Faster Horses Festival [Pictures]
The 2014 Faster Horses Festival in Brooklyn, Mich. served up lots of country stars for the second-annual event, and boy did the acts deliver. Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Brett Eldredge and many more dished out their best songs, making the event -- which is quickly becoming one of the hottest summer festivals -- one to remember...
Puss n Boots Perform ‘Sex Degrees of Separation’ [Watch]
When an alternative rocker (Catherine Popper), a jazz troubadour (Sasha Dobson) and Grammy-winning Norah Jones get together to play country music as Puss n Boots, they pull it off swimmingly, as shown in their performance of 'Sex Degrees of Separation,' exclusively for Taste of Country.
Hunter Hayes’ ‘Tattoo’ Music Video Gets Graffitied in Sneak Peek [Watch]
Hunter Hayes's new music video for his his infectious hit 'Tattoo' is all about love, but with a secret weapon to try to win a beautiful gal's heart: graffiti. The singer talks about the storyline behind the video and also shares a sneak peek at the ultra-creative project.
Blake Shelton Brags on Miranda Lambert: ‘I’m Proud of Her’
It's not hard to see that Miranda Lambert has one very proud husband in country star Blake Shelton. The 'Boys 'Round Here' singer brags on his talented lady regularly, but as of late, it's been for her success with her store, the Pink Pistol.