Alanna Conaway’s love for music began at an early age, but it wasn’t until her mother began freelancing for country music magazines that she was thrown in the midst of her future career. At age 11, Conaway received praise from Billy Ray Cyrus after seeing her work as an amateur photographer, encouraging her to follow in her mother's footsteps. She then started freelancing for multiple publications as a photographer, before she began dabbling with writing. By the early 2000s, she was an published journalist for many music magazines on the market. At 29, she has established herself as a well-respected writer in the field of music entertainment and has built strong friendships along the way. Conaway currently resides in Nashville, Tenn. where she freelances full-time for Taste of Country, PopCrush, Ultimate Classic Rock, LoudWire, Guy Speed, Country Weekly and Full Access Magazine.
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Gloriana, ‘(Kissed You) Good Night’ – Lyrics Uncovered
The lyrics to Gloriana's brand-new single '(Kissed You) Good Night' were written in honor of all the guys in the world who are the ones responsible for making that "first move" with a girl after a date night out. Gloriana's Tom Gossin co-wrote the tune along with hit songwriter Josh Kear (Lady Antebellum's 'Need You Now,' Carrie Underwood's 'Before He Cheats'), and it is the first releas
Toby Keith, ‘Red Solo Cup’ – Lyrics Uncovered
The lyrics to Toby Keith's current single, 'Red Solo Cup,' started off as a joke between the song's four writers, but now the entire world is allowed to enjoy the comical tune. The song, penned by country duo and hit songwriters, the Warren Brothers (Brett and Brad), along with songwriting siblings Brett and Jim Beavers, never was intended to be recorded to pitch around to Nashville artists. After
Miranda Lambert Covers Billboard, Admits She Has Natural ‘Angst’
Miranda Lambert is going on six months of being Mrs. Blake Shelton. One might wonder: Will her forthcoming album, 'Four the Record,' be filled with love songs that capture her current state of mind as a blissfully in love newlywed? Probably not.
Big and Rich, Daryle Singletary ‘Rock the Cradle’ for Nashville Hospital
On Tuesday evening (October 25), Big and Rich headlined the annual Rock the Cradle fundraising event held at Nashville's famed Loveless Barn, benefiting the babies born at Baptist Hospital. Daryle Singletary was also on hand for the event, which held extra special meaning in his heart. Just a year ago this week, Singletary and his wife, Holly, were welcoming their newborn twins into the world -- J
Lonestar Reunite With Richie McDonald for New Album, 2012 Tour
Good news for Lonestar fans. Next year, the band's original lead singer, Richie McDonald, will return to the group -- best know for hits 'Amazed' and 'I'm Already There' -- to mark 20 years of making music together. In addition to a tour to commemorate their anniversary, Lonestar will also release a brand-new album with vocals by McDonald.
Little Big Town Cover Maroon 5’s ‘Moves Like Jagger’
In the latest installment of Little Big Town's hit online video series, 'Scattered, Smothered and Covered,' the hot foursome add their own flare to the current Maroon 5 hit 'Moves Like Jagger.'
Lee Brice Says Tour With Luke Bryan Is ‘Like a Dream,’ Gives Update on 2012 Album
Lee Brice is living the life he had always dreamed about. The 'Love Like Crazy' singer is halfway through the new CMT Tour, which also features headliner Luke Bryan, Josh Thompson and CMT's 'Next Superstar' winner Matt Mason. The tour -- which has been selling out on most stops -- launched back in September and will continue on through mid-November, hitting arenas coast-to-coast.
Blake Shelton Spends Another Week at the Top With ‘God Gave Me You’
Congratulations to Blake Shelton, who is spending his second week atop the Billboard country singles chart with his latest single, 'God Gave Me You.' In addition to being No. 1 on Billboard, Shelton has also moved up a slot on Country Aircheck/Mediabase, where he tops that chart as well.
Loretta Lynn Recovering at Home After Hospitalization
After a rough weekend that included hospitalization due to pneumonia, country music legend Loretta Lynn is resting comfortably at home, according to a statement released on Monday morning.
Lady Antebellum Look Forward to Feeling ‘At Home’ at 2011 CMA Awards
In just two more weeks, the 2011 CMA Awards will be broadcast live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena. The awards will feature many highly-anticipated performances from the best of the best in country music, including the reigning Vocal Group of the Year winners, Lady Antebellum.