Megan Pacella has been writing about all genres of music since 2007. Her work has been published in Fringe, Brite, Paste, Nashville Lifestyles and American Songwriter. Aside from spending a summer in New York City (where she met her fiance!), Megan has been living, working and playing in Nashville, Tenn., since 2003. When she's not blogging about country music, you can find her gardening, kayaking, hiking, drinking lots of coffee, and--most importantly--cuddling with her golden retriever, Gibson.
Megan Pacella
Stand Up for Music Award Honors Sarah Darling’s Commitment to Music Education
Thanks to her dedication to the craft of songwriting, Sarah Darling is about to be honored for her commitment to music education. The National Association for Music Education recently announced that Darling is the recipient of this year's Stand Up for Music Award.
Sammy Hagar + More Added to Toby Keith’s Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert
On July 6, Toby Keith will host a major effort to provide relief to victims of the tornadoes that ravaged parts of Oklahoma this spring. Big-name country stars like Willie Nelson and Garth Brooks have been on the list of performers from the get-go, but Keith recently added more names and sponsors to the mix.
Mumford and Sons Bassist Ted Dwane Returns Home Following Brain Surgery
After feeling unwell for several days, Mumford and Sons bassist Ted Dwane was rushed to the hospital last week for emergency brain surgery. Thankfully, following a successful operation Dwane is now home recovering.
Newcomer Jared Ashley Welcomes a Daughter
This Father's Day was a particularly special holiday for up-and-coming country music singer Jared Ashley. On June 9, Ashley and his wife, Taylor, welcomed a brand new baby girl into their home.
Jay Leno Parodies Taylor Swift’s ’22’ With ’63’ Video
Lately, it seems like all the cool kids have something to say about Taylor Swift's '22' music video. Most recently, Jay Leno took a stab at using the '22' video to mock his own climbing age with a '63' parody.
Justin Moore Prepares to Release New Album ‘Off the Beaten Path’ This Fall
Justin Moore is preparing to release his third studio album, and this time around, he's ready to take country music fans 'Off the Beaten Path.' In a recent interview, Moore assured his fans that his latest work will come with a few surprises.
Taylor Swift, ‘Red’ – Lyrics Uncovered
It's not often that she does a deep dive into the meaning behind her songs, but when it came to Taylor Swift's 'Red' lyrics, which were written by the songstress herself, she was an open book.
LeAnn Rimes Performs on ‘The View,’ Says She’s Approaching Music ‘From a Human Perspective’ Now
LeAnn Rimes has had a rough couple of months, but it looks like things are turning around for the country singer. This week, Rimes performed 'Just a Girl Like You' from her new album 'Spitfire' on 'The View,' also chatting briefly about the drama surrounding her relationship with her hubby's ex-wife.
Florida Georgia Line: 10 Sexiest Male Country Stars of 2013
Why They're Sexy: Although they don't look too much alike, Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line are a handsome dynamic duo. Kelley has an easygoing smile and sweet blue eyes that make him seem like the boy next door, while Hubbard's long messy hair and edgy style give him that bad boy kind of sex appeal...
Brett Eldredge: 10 Sexiest Male Country Stars of 2013
Why He's Sexy: Brett Eldredge's bright blue eyes are so striking that it's hard to focus on his music -- or anything, really -- when he's performing right in front of you. Luckily, Eldredge combines his model-worthy hairstyle, adorable smile and sexy eyes with some serious singing and songwriting skills...