Laura McClellan has been writing since she can remember -- her earliest journals take place in the Lisa Frank era -- and began pursuing her passion professionally as a freelance writer in 2011. Since then, she has worked in Public Relations and has written artist bios, magazine articles and blog posts, among other projects. McClellan moved to Nashville in 2006 to attend Belmont University, where she earned a degree in PR and fell in love with the city. She also loves Tina Fey, pizza, Twitter, classic fiction, Netflix and judging musical performances from her couch. Laura lives in Nashville with her husband and their orange cat, Beckett.
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Rascal Flatts Announce 10th Album, ‘Back to Us’
Rascal Flatts will be releasing their tenth studio album in May, the band members announced on The Ellen DeGeneres Show March 3. The guys stopped by the show to perform “Yours if You Want It,” their new single.
Justin Moore’s Daughter Boycotting Having Another Baby Sister
Justin Moore’s family will soon have a new addition, but one of the Moores is not on board with having any other females in the house. Moore’s oldest daughter Ella says she won’t hear of it.
Willie Nelson, Miranda Lambert + More Team Up for Merle Haggard Tribute
As the country community nears the anniversary of Merle Haggard’s death, some of the genre’s biggest stars are gathering together to celebrate his life and art with a massive tribute concert.
Lip-Syncing Couple Salute Country Songs + More in Viral Valentine Video [Watch]
This couple went all out to channel some of the greatest love songs of all time, right down to Dolly Parton’s wig. In honor of Valentine’s Day, a video-making duo named Kristin and Danny released a lip-sync medley that would put any late night host to shame.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, Thomas Rhett to Present at Grammys
The Grammy Awards are fast approaching, and the official list of presenters has now been released. It includes several of country’s biggest names.
Former MLB Player Barry Zito Releases Debut Country EP
Former MLB Player Barry Zito is out to prove his talents span more than just the baseball diamond. The now-retired pitcher has just released his first country EP, titled No Secrets, which includes five songs, all of which Zito either wrote or co-wrote.
RaeLynn Unveils New Release Date for ‘WildHorse’
RaeLynn fans have been not-so-patiently awaiting news on her upcoming full-length record, and they finally have a date to put on the calendar. The artist finally revealed on Facebook Live Jan. 27 that the album, titled WildHorse, will be available March 24.
Allman Brothers Drummer Butch Trucks’ Death Ruled a Suicide
The death of Allman Brothers Band founding drummer Butch Trucks has been confirmed as a suicide. Police records include a transcript of a distraught 911 call from the 69-year-old’s wife of 25 years, Melinda.
Kelsea Ballerini Taking a Break From Social Media
Kelsea Ballerini fans are going to miss her the next couple of weeks — but it’s for a good cause. The star says she’s taking a break from social media, not so much as a cleanse, but to focus on finishing up her new album.
Holy Crap, Miranda Lambert’s Dad Can Sing!
Miranda Lambert brought two leading men in her life onstage with her at a tour preview show at Joe's Bar in Chicago on Tuesday night (Jan. 24). Her dad, Rick Lambert, and her boyfriend, Anderson East, joined Lambert in singing an old spiritual-turned-civil-rights-anthem titled “Woke Up This Morning (With My Mind Stayed on Freedom).”
Thomas Rhett Extends 2017 Home Team Tour
Fans can’t get enough of Thomas Rhett’s Home Team Tour, so he’s adding more dates for the 2017 run. Due to demand, the artist has already added more shows to the docket, even though the tour doesn’t kick off until February.
Sam Hunt Playing Pre-Super Bowl Show at Pop-Up Club
Sam Hunt will be pre-gaming for the Super Bowl by playing a show Feb. 2 on the opening night of Club Nomadic, a pop-up venue in Houston being used leading up to the big game.