Country Music Trivia

Learn How Eric Church Got His Distinctive Nickname

Sometimes nicknames are acquired by doing something astounding— or incredibly stupid. Other times, people mispronounce a name one time and the new name sticks like glue. Every nickname has its own origin story, so how did Eric Church unintentionally inherit “The Chief” as .. Read More

Learn the Stories Behind the Hits Such as "Burnin' It Down" & "Before He Cheats"

On Monday, Oct. 15, “NASHVILLE SONGWRITER II: The Inside Stories Behind Country Music’s Greatest Hits” will hit store shelves and digital retail outlets. The highly-anticipated release marks award-winning, Nashville-based music biographer Jake Brown’s 45th published book and the second in the critically-acclaimed series. Country .. Read More

Jason Aldean Almost Missed Out on "Don't You Wanna Stay"

Believe it or not, the powerful duet “Don’t You Wanna Stay” wasn’t originally intended for country music star Jason Aldean and vocal powerhouse Kelly Clarkson. The hit song, written by Andy Gibson, Paul Jenkins, and Jason Sellers, was going to instead feature country artist Andy .. Read More

10 Devin Dawson Facts

Want to get to know “Asking For A Friend” singer Devin Dawson? Play a little trivia below to see how well you already know him. The first bunch are basic “icebreaker” questions, but the last few dive into some deeper topics. Let’s jump .. Read More

10 Country Music Stars Who Joined Fraternities and Sororities

Going Greek in college is a big deal for some students! They get accepted into an organization and spend four years meeting friends and upholding their fraternity or sorority’s values. Several of country music’s most popular artists wore their letters proudly back in .. Read More

12 Wild Dwight Yoakam Facts

Kentucky-born country singer Dwight Yoakam began his career in 1977 and has continued to find immense success as both a musician and an actor. Earning two Grammy Awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Yoakam has reached a level of stardom .. Read More

Throwback: Controversy Surrounds Garth Brooks' "The Thunder Rolls"

In 1991, country music star Garth Brooks released his 6th number one hit song, “The Thunder Rolls” from his album No Fences. The song was written in 1990 by Brooks and Pat Alger. Originally, the two songwriters wanted Tanya Tucker or Reba McEntire to pick .. Read More

7 Fast Facts About Willie Nelson's Spouse, Annie D’Angelo

Country music icon Willie Nelson‘s spouse is Annie D’Angelo and they have been going strong for over twenty-seven years! Get to know the star’s longtime leading lady through this collection of facts below. 1) Is Annie D’Angelo Willie Nelson’s first spouse? No, Annie is Willie Nelson’s fourth .. Read More

Country Music Artists' Nicknames: The Good, The Bad, & The Hilarious

Country music stars aren’t immune to having unusual nicknames! Some you can probably name quickly— but others may surprise you! Take a look at this nickname roundup below. Blake Shelton aka “Toad” Blake’s mother, Dorothy, is responsible for bestowing this moniker upon her son. As .. Read More

25 Country Stars' Real Names Revisited

Like many others in the spotlight, several popular country music artists have adopted ‘stage names’ to serve them in their careers. Some name makeovers have completely scrapped their original monikers, while others simply reshuffle or drop a name altogether. Stars opt for a name .. Read More