Matthew Wilkening is the founding Editor in Chief of UltimateClassicRock.com and UltimatePrince.com.
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Jamey Johnson, ‘Heartache’ – Song Spotlight
Jamey Johnson claims to have been born in a dark cave during the age of the dinosaurs on his new single 'Heartache,' and judging from his photo, he's managed to avoid the barber's chair since then.
‘Country Strong’ Movie Review: Gwyneth Paltrow and Tim McGraw Shine in Each Other’s Worlds
Hollywood star Gwyneth Paltrow proves credible as a country singer and Nashville star Tim McGraw cements his reputation as an actor capable of nuance and charisma throughout the new film 'Country Strong,' which opens nationwide this weekend.
‘Country Strong’ Soundtrack Songs – Track-by-Track Review
With the movie 'Country Strong' arriving in movie theaters across the nation this weekend, we thought it'd be a good time to round up quick reviews for each of the songs on the accompanying soundtrack. With a star-studded list of performers, including Faith Hill, Tim McGraw and even the film's star, Gwyneth Paltrow, it's sure to please country music lovers. Here's a quick rundown of each track.
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Kid Rock, ‘God Bless Saturday’ – Song Spotlight
Is it country? Is it rock 'n' roll? Hard to say, but one thing you sure can't call Kid Rock's new single 'God Bless Saturday' is any form of hip-hop. The boot-stomping rocker follows the still-popular title track as the second single from Kid Rock's 2010 album 'Born Free.'
Reba McEntire, ‘If I Were a Boy’ (Beyonce Cover) – Song Spotlight
Reba McEntire delivers her own stormy take on Beyonce's 2008 hit 'If I Were a Boy' as the follow-up to her smash single 'Turn on the Radio.' Both songs are available on Reba's 2010 album 'All the Women I Am.'
Carrie Underwood, ‘Mama’s Song (Mama’s Mix Live)’ – Song Spotlight
Carrie Underwood reassures her mother that her about-to-be-married baby girl is in good hands on a special new live version of her hit 'Mama's Song.' The original version of the song can be found on the singer's 2009 album 'Play On.'
Randy Montana, ‘1,000 Faces’ – Video Spotlight
Second generation songwriter Randy Montana brings his down-home country music to the streets of the big city in the video for his current hit single, '1,000 Faces.' The song is the title track to Montana's brand new EP, which became available on digital outlets this week.
Steve Holy, ‘Love Don’t Run’ – Song Spotlight
Steve Holy states right up front that listening to his new song 'Love Don't Run' is going to hurt like hell. That is, if you're not ready for some important truths about love.
The Harters, ‘If I Run’ – Video Spotlight
Wedding photographs and strewn flowers are the only companions the Harters can find in a big empty house during the video for their current single 'If I Run.' You can check out the video and behind-the-scenes photographs from the shoot below.
Trisha Yearwood’s Cookbook Criticized by Health Group
Trisha Yearwood's 2010 cookbook, 'Home Cooking,' was a huge hit with the public, but a new report from the Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine derided her recipes as some of the most unhealthy they've ever seen.