Cory Stromblad

Cory Stromblad's passion for country music spurred his decision to move to Nashville in 2003 to study the music industry at Belmont University. After graduating in 2007 with a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts minor, Cory began his career as the Creative Office Manager for Tom-Leis Music, as well as a personal management assistant for Lyric Street Recording artist Sarah Buxton. In 2011, Cory began working with AOL Music as a writer for The Boot, before signing on as a freelance writer for Taste of Country in 2012.

‘American Idol’ Contestant Creates Elaborate Lie About His Military Past

'American Idol' hopeful Matt Farmer is facing a lot of heat following reports that the Tulsa, Okla. native lied about injuries sustained as a military servicemen in order to advance to further rounds on the popular reality competition.

Luke Bryan Is ‘Here to Party’ With 2013 Spring Break EP

Luke Bryan is bypassing the bleak weather blues with the release of his 'Spring Break... Here to Party' EP, which will hit store shelves and digital retailers on March 5.

Blake Shelton Accepts Wounded Soldier’s Request for Special Handshake

A handshake may seem like a simple gesture to most, but not to Army veteran Brendan Marrocco. After surviving the first-ever successful double arm transplant, the American hero hopes to share his first handshake post-surgery with his favorite country singer, Blake Shelton.

Carrie Underwood’s ‘Two Black Cadillacs’ Video Inspired by Stephen King

Avid readers of Stephen King's thriller novels may find the plot twist of Carrie Underwood's 'Two Black Cadillacs' strikingly familiar. The country music superstar used the famous novelist's classic 'Christine' as muse for her eery new video, which is being praised as her most visually stunning video to date.

Kelly Clarkson Planning Fall Wedding, Eyeing ‘Wedding Singer’ Blake Shelton

Kelly Clarkson had been rather quiet about her pending nuptials, but the 'Don't Rush' singer is now opening up about the ceremony -- which will likely take place toward the end of 2013.

Lady Antebellum Owe Miranda Lambert One for New Single ‘Downtown’

Lady Antebellum aren't the only ones who had their eyes on the song 'Downtown,' their new single.

Kenny Chesney Ready to Fly His ‘Pirate Flag’ With New Single Next Week

Kenny Chesney will wave his 'Pirate Flag' proudly next week as he releases the first single from his upcoming studio album to all digital outlets on Jan. 31.

Darius Rucker Inspired to Record ‘Wagon Wheel’ in Unlikely Place

Darius Rucker may not have had an instant connection with 'Wagon Wheel.' But the country music superstar recounts an unlikely event that helped rekindle him with the Old Crow Medicine Show classic -- enough so that he decided to release the track as the latest single from his forthcoming studio album, 'True Believers.'

Tim McGraw, ACM Set to Usher in Summer Season With ‘Superstar Summer Night’

Tim McGraw has partnered with the Academy of Country Music and Dick Clark Productions for 'ACM Presents: Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night,' a two-hour concert event that will be televised on CBS later this year.

Randy Travis Avoids Jail, Reaches Plea Deal in Assault Case

Randy Travis won't be spending any time behind bars, as long as he can adhere to the terms of his plea deal entered in regards to his misdemeanor assault case.

Miranda Lambert to Perform at the 2013 Grammys

Miranda Lambert used her appearance on 'The Talk' on Tuesday (Jan. 21) to announce that she will perform during the 2013 Grammy Awards ceremony.

Scarletta Help Jake Owen Celebrate Fatherhood With Hilarious Song Mashup

We have a feeling Jake Owen is doing fantastic as a first-time father, but should the country superstar need a shot of inspiration, he needn't look any further than this hilarious YouTube video.