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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Leah Turner’s Pre-Show Ritual: ‘A Little Jack and Jesus’
Leah Turner is the epitome of confidence onstage. She's gritty and glamorous and knows how to work the crowd like a seasoned country veteran. But, even the most confident of performers has been known to follow some sort of calming pre-show ritual, and for Turner, it includes a little bit of whiskey and little bit of prayer.
Kacey Musgraves, Katy Perry ‘CMT Crossroads’ Airing in June
Pop superstar Katy Perry and country's darling and Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves are joining forces for 'CMT Crossroads,' and their episode will premiere on June 13 on CMT.
Carrie Underwood Receives Billboard Milestone Award
Three innovative artists were up for the 2014 Billboard Milestone Award, but queen of country Carrie Underwood took home the trophy.
Luke Bryan Crashes the 2014 Billboard Music Awards With ‘Play It Again’
Luke Bryan hit the stage at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards not once, but twice. His first performance was with country duo Florida Georgia Line, and his second came solo as he sang his hit 'Play It Again.'
Florida Georgia Line Nab Top Country Song at 2014 Billboard Music Awards
Florida Georgia Line's ultimate hit 'Cruise' featuring Nelly has snagged them yet another award! The duo nabbed Top Country Song at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards.
Country Artists Drop in at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards [Pictures]
The 2014 Billboard Music Awards brought this year's most successful musicians from across the globe and across genres to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday.
Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert Don’t Hold Back Singing ‘Something Bad’ at 2014 Billboard Music Awards
Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert debuted the duet that everyone's been talking about, 'Something Bad,' off of Lambert's forthcoming album 'Platinum,' at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards.
Miranda Lambert’s Country Music Hall of Fame Exhibit Opens [Pictures]
Miranda Lambert is living every country girl's dream. She's a successful artist, is married to superstar Blake Shelton, and now she has an exhibit opening at the Country Music Hall of Fame, which she says is literally a dream come true.
Craig Morgan Undergoes Shoulder Surgery, Cancels Shows
Craig Morgan, one of the toughest guys in country music, is on the mend recovering from a shoulder surgery that was meant to be routine. It turned out to be quite complicated.
Taylor Swift Plays Piano in New Film ‘The Giver’
Taylor Swift's role in the upcoming film 'The Giver' is quite small, but she will still be able to showcase what she's best at by playing the piano during one of her scenes.
Chely Wright’s Mother Dies
Chely Wright's mother has died following a brief battle with cancer.
Brad Paisley Reveals New Album’s Title
Brad Paisley has kept mum about many details for his forthcoming studio album, but he's finally dished the album's title, and it's not ‘Thoughts From a Bumpkin.'
Miranda Lambert Nervous to Perform With Carrie Underwood at Billboard Awards
Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood are giving the 2014 Billboard Music Awards a double dose of country on Sunday (May 18), and one of them has a case of the jitterbugs. Surprisingly, it's the sassy and fierce 'Mama's Broken Heart' hitmaker.
ABC’s ‘Nashville’ to Remain in Nashville
ABC's 'Nashville' was recently renewed for its third season, but it wasn't clear if the show would remain in Nashville. Producers and local officials settled on an $8 million incentive package, meaning 'Nashville' will stay in Music City for another season.
Scotty McCreery on Home Invasion: ‘He Had a Pistol to My Head’
Now that one arrest has been made in last week's home invasion, Scotty McCreery is giving more details on what exactly happened on May 5.
‘Duck Dynasty’ Star Si Robertson Releases Six-Song Country EP
'Duck Dynasty's' Uncle Si Robertson has a new talent he's showing off, and it has nothing to do with duck calls or hunting. The 66-year-old released a six-song EP, 'Me and My Smoking Hot Honey' on iTunes Wednesday (May 14), and it features a duet with none other than country singer Kix Brooks.