Christina Vinson writes for a variety of publications, with work ranging from full-length magazine features to SEO-rich blog posts. When she's not typing away at the computer, you can find her at the library with a stack of books, in the kitchen baking cinnamon rolls or drinking coffee at a local coffee shop.
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Miranda Lambert Cries While Singing to 7-Year-Old Fan With Cancer [Watch]
Miranda Lambert may be sassy as all get out, but at her core, she's a softie with a big heart. At a concert in Texas on Saturday (Sept. 13), Lambert sang 'Over You' to a 7-year-old fan stricken with cancer ... and it left the superstar in tears.
Darius Rucker Taps Sheryl Crow for Christmas Album
It's an early Christmas present for country music fans! Darius Rucker is preparing a Christmas album, and that's not all the news -- he has a very special country guest on the record.
Miranda Lambert Dishes What Kenny Chesney Taught Her About Touring
Touring for months on end can get tiring for anyone, even the world's biggest superstars, but Kenny Chesney helped fellow country singer Miranda Lambert learn an important lesson in touring and spirit -- and it's one she still follows to this day.
‘Rose Garden’ Hitmaker Lynn Anderson Arrested for DUI
Country singer Lynn Anderson -- best known for Grammy-winning hit 'Rose Garden' -- was arrested Thursday night (Sept. 11) and charged with a DUI.
Blake Shelton Surprises Military Family With Generous Gift
On Saturday night (Sept. 6) in San Diego, Blake Shelton did something for a USO military family that they'll likely never forget.
Taylor Swift Admits Scott Borchetta Begged Her to Put Country Songs on ‘1989’
With the impending release of Taylor Swift's new record '1989,' there has been much talk about the hitmaker's official transition from country to pop. Swift admits that she's happy with the direction she's taken ... even if it means a full dive into a new genre, much to her label head's dismay.
Country Stars Without Makeup [Watch]
After seeing perfectly polished country stars like Taylor Swift and Miranda Lambert on the cover of magazines and stylishly made up at their live shows, it's interesting to see them sans fake eyelashes, eyeliner and bronzed cheekbones. As fans, it can be easy to wonder: "Do these women always look like that?" or even self-criticize our own imperfections. Admit it, we've all done it.
Jake Owen Not Just the ‘F-ing Beach Bum,’ Wants to Win Awards, Too
Jake Owen has had his share of surf and sun, laid-back, beach-driven hits. But he doesn't just want to be known, in his words, as the f---ing beach bum.
Toby Keith Foundation Holds Second Annual Kones for the Korral
What do ice cream and Toby Keith have in common? The desire to benefit families and kids battling cancer. The Toby Keith Foundation, along with Chatenay Square Merchants Association, held the second annual Kones for the Korral on Monday (Sept. 1).
Despite Keith Urban’s Pleas, Nashville’s RCA Studio A Heading Toward Demolition
Even though Keith Urban and many others pleaded for the preservation of Music Row, one of the treasured landmarks -- RCA's Studio A building -- is headed toward demolition.
Jason Aldean’s ‘Burnin’ It Down’ Music Video Turns Up the Heat
Jason Aldean's 'Burnin' It Down' video will certainly steam up a few computer screens. A few key words to tempt you? Bathtub, candles and a gorgeous lady.
Blake Shelton on New Album: ‘I Gotta Get Back to Singing About Getting Drunk’
When Blake Shelton's new album drops at the end of September, fans should expect to get a little blast from the past. The star will be revisiting some of the old Shelton fans know and love, which involves, as he puts it, "singing about getting drunk."