Taste of Country

Friends, family, media, songwriters and anyone lucky enough to be invited squeezed into Gray's on Main in Franklin, Tenn. on Sunday night (Sept. 14) to watch Tim McGraw play songs and talk about his new 'Sundown Heaven Town' album.

Tim McGraw agrees that the first song on his new 'Sundown Heaven Town' album could be his theme song. The banjo-laden track evokes everything he stands for: hard work, overcoming obstacles and struggles and finding time appreciate family and friends. It takes a humble man to call a song called 'Overrated' a theme song, but the 47-year-old father of three was willing to go even further.

Former 'The Voice' contestant and rising country star Savannah Berry falls into this performance of 'Try' by Colbie Caillat. The 19-year-old sounds as if the song and the story are her own. Watch during this exclusive performance for Taste of Country.

Perhaps you’ve seen the video. Perhaps you’ve watched it twice, because in watching Miranda Lambert break down on stage, you found some new reason to be absolutely certain you say “I love you” with a big hug to your children each night. Brooke Hester is the 7-year-old in the viral video wearing a pink hat and holding a picture and a flower. Her story from Lambert's show at a recent stop in Texas makes the moment so much more meaningful.

Tootsie's Orchid Lounge in Nashville sees its share of talent on its stages. Night after night, local and vacationers take their turn covering country stars' top hits, but most of them aren't as young as this sweet girl, Marisa Kay Galdino.

Fashion Week doesn't only happen in New York! As far as country artists are concerned, fashion is a constant, and this week, they showed the Big Apple how Nashville dresses to impress.

Just eight artists remain in the month-long battle to decide country music’s best fanbase. Round 2 of the 2014 Taste of Country Fan Football League continues with a matchup between Gary Allan and Danielle Bradbery.

When you're as famous as Taylor Swift, there are a lot of things you can do: top Forbes' list of rich celebrities, lift the spirits of millions of fans, hang out with some of the world's biggest superstars ... just to name a few. However, there are just as many (if not more) luxuries you can't indulge in -- like walking around naked with the windows open.

With the release of 'Wasn't Gonna Drink Tonight,' American Young have continued to expand the definition of classic country music. While the song's lyrics and message make 'Wasn't Gonna Drink Tonight' a firm contender for country radio, the duo's powerful harmonies and innovative instrumentation continue to push the boundaries of popular country music.

Just eight artists remain in the month-long battle to decide country music’s best fanbase.