Mike Thiel is a midwestern Millennial multimediaist with an appreciation for alliteration. (It’s all true!) His stories, photos and videos can be found on the USA Today Network, Taste of Country Network and other entertainment publications and websites around the world. Thiel has created numerous enterprise entertainment features and regularly interviews musicians, comedians, athletes, reality stars, movie producers and more. Currently based in Nashville, Thiel is exploring Music City’s evolving music and nightlife scene and is also a musician himself.
Mike Thiel
Miranda Lambert’s ‘Vice’ Certified Platinum
Miranda Lambert's "Vice" has officially gone platinum.
Miley Cyrus Asks Her Dad to Be ‘The Voice’ Advisor
One Cyrus is not enough for NBC's The Voice. Pop superstar Miley Cyrus has invited her father, country artist Billy Ray Cyrus, to be her team advisor for the upcoming Season 13.
Lady Antebellum Spoof Sam Hunt’s ‘Body Like a Back Road’ in ‘Party in a Bathrobe’ Video [Watch]
Sam Hunt probably never envisioned the words "poo-poo" and "tee-tee" ever being part of the lyrics for his hit "Body Like a Back Road," but a spoof by Lady Antebellum added all that and more.
Dixie Chicks Headed to the Big Screen
Missed the Dixie Chicks' DCX MMXVI World Tour? Now you have a chance to see it.
Billy Ray Cyrus Crashes Demi Lovato’s Nashville House Party [Watch]
Demi Lovato threw a house party in Nashville on Wednesday (July 12), and by night's end, she grabbed a microphone, gave some shoutouts and started dancing to "Achy Breaky Heart."
Toby Keith Releasing Late-Night Musings on ‘The Bus Songs’ Album
Have you ever imagined what it's like on Toby Keith's tour bus?
Gwen Stefani Shares Sweet Photo of Blake Shelton Playing With Her Youngest Son
Not many people have permission to stuff a toy in Blake Shelton's mouth, but apparently Gwen Stefani's youngest son, Apollo, definitely does.
Shania Twain Regrets That Her Parents Can’t See Her Success
Shania Twain is pleased with her Country Music Hall of Fame display, but it also struck a chord in her — especially when it comes to the memory of her parents.
That Time Scott McCreery Threw a Legendary College Party …
Ain't no party like a Scotty McCreery party, apparently.
Sam Hunt’s ‘Body Like a Back Road’ Could Be the Song of the Summer
Sam Hunt’s brand of crossover country is paying off once again.
Carrie Underwood to Mike Fisher on Father’s Day: ‘Isaiah Is So Blessed’
Carrie Underwood left a special message for her husband, Mike Fisher, on Father's Day.
Via social media, Underwood posted a photo of Fisher giving a father-son smooch to their boy, Isaiah, followed by this heartwarming text: "And to Mike, Isaiah is so blessed to have you as his dad...
Florida Georgia Line Preview ‘Smooth’ Music Video at FGL House Opening
Florida Georgia Line debuted a music video for their song "Smooth" music video for unsuspecting fans in Nashville on June 5.
Eli Young Band’s ‘Fingerprints’ Is Personal
Mike Eli, lead singer of Eli Young Band, realized something when the band was crafting their forthcoming album Fingerprints: he had lost the passion in his songwriting.
“It’s been three years since we’ve put out a record,” Eli tells Taste of Country...
Jordan Davis, ‘Singles You Up’ [Listen]
Jordan Davis is coining a fresh phrase with his new summer single, "Singles You Up."
Keith Urban Once Had What?! Thrown at Him? Nicole Kidman Is Shocked
You've heard the term "break a leg," but have you ever had one thrown at you? Apparently, Keith Urban has.
Lady Antebellum Share New Song ‘Somebody Else’s Heart’ [Listen]
Lady Antebellum have shared another new song, "Somebody Else's Heart," in anticipation of their new album Heart Break, out June 9.