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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Little Big Town and Luke Bryan Go Old School for CMA Awards Promo [Watch]
The upcoming 2016 CMA Awards — the 50th annual — are bringing a host of unique collaborations and covers, including in this new promo featuring Little Big Town and Luke Bryan.
Billy Currington’s ‘It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To’ Stays at No. 1 Two Weeks Running
Billy Currington is doubling down on his top slot in the Billboard Country Airplay chart this week, marking his second week at No. 1 with “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To.” The song is only one of six country tunes to have a multi-week No. 1 so far this year.
Luke Bryan Hands Out 50th Farm Tour Scholarship
Luke Bryan’s Farm Tours are more than just a good time — they're a celebration of the hardworking farming families across the U.S. Part of that is encouraging the next generation of farmers with the Farm Tour Scholarship.
Jana Kramer Prayed to Be ‘Taken From This Place’ During Abusive Marriage
Jana Kramer is taking a stand during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, sharing in great detail her traumatic past with an abusive husband in order to encourage and empower other women going through the same thing.
George Strait Performs ‘King of Broken Hearts’ at Americana Awards [Watch]
George Strait teamed up with songwriter Jim Lauderdale to perform one of Lauderdale’s first songs Strait ever cut, “The King of Broken Hearts,” at the Americana Music Awards on Sept. 21.
Ariana Grande Going Country?
Ariana Grande has become a pop-R&B diva in her own right, releasing hit after hit on mainstream radio. But would she ever try out another genre? Country, perhaps? The singer says she could definitely see herself doing it one day, crediting her grandfather for the inspiration.
Miranda Lambert Reveals Angelic ‘The Weight of These Wings’ Album Cover
Miranda Lambert has given the first glimpse of The Weight of These Wings, sharing the album cover on social media.
Forever Country: Jon Pardi Covers ‘Forever and Ever, Amen’ for CMA Series [Watch]
The CMA Awards turn 50 in 2016, and to celebrate, the association has been bringing to fans some pretty unique crossovers between current hitmakers and country legends.
Blake Shelton Jokes: ‘Honey Bee’ Is About a ‘Voice’ Coach
Five years after the song’s release, Blake Shelton is coming clean about the inspiration behind his song "Honey Bee" (well, sort of).
Jason Aldean Named ‘More Than Pink’ Hero by Susan G. Komen
Jason Aldean has become known for his help with and support of breast cancer research — particularly for his work with Susan G. Komen. As a result, the organization has given him a special honor for his advocacy.
Justin Moore Earns Sixth No. 1 With ‘You Look Like I Need a Drink’
Justin Moore has added a sixth No. 1 single to his collection with his most recent hit, "You Look Like I Need a Drink."
Kelsea Ballerini Clarifies That Demo She Posted Is Her, Not Taylor Swift
We know Kelsea Ballerini and Taylor Swift are besties, so it’s not hard to believe that Swift would give Ballerini a first listen to any new music she makes, or that they might collaborate.