Megan Pacella has been writing about all genres of music since 2007. Her work has been published in Fringe, Brite, Paste, Nashville Lifestyles and American Songwriter. Aside from spending a summer in New York City (where she met her fiance!), Megan has been living, working and playing in Nashville, Tenn., since 2003. When she's not blogging about country music, you can find her gardening, kayaking, hiking, drinking lots of coffee, and--most importantly--cuddling with her golden retriever, Gibson.
Megan Pacella
Thomas Rhett Has a Bad Habit He Plans to Kick … One Day
We all have habits that we don't like to admit to, but Thomas Rhett isn't afraid to own up to his unhealthy vice.
Taylor Swift Recalls the Time Ed Sheeran’s Sword Obsession Nearly Killed Her
Since they've been hanging out together on The 2013 Red Tour, Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran have become besties. But, unfortunately, sometimes their definition of "fun" doesn't exactly line up. For example, Sheeran loves to dangerously wave around a medieval sword, and Swift likes to, you know, keep her head and limbs intact.
2013 ‘CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock’ Lineup Announced
One of the biggest nights in country music is just around the corner! The 'CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock' show is slated to air August 12, with some of the biggest names in the genre on the roster.
Jason Aldean Already Making Plans for His Sixth Studio Album
Jason Aldean's fifth studio album, 'Night Train,' is still rolling fast, but that hasn't stopped the star from looking forward to his next project. Aldean has confirmed that he's already working on his sixth record.
Randy Travis Still Critical After Stroke, Stars Show Outpouring Support
As fans and onlookers anxiously await news about Randy Travis' health, fellow country music stars have been steadfast in showing their support of the iconic singer.
Love and Theft’s ‘If You Ever Get Lonely’ Video Captures Life on the Road
This summer, Love and Theft has been traveling all over the country to open for Tim McGraw's 2 Lanes of Freedom Tour. The experience has proven to be perfect fodder for a music video for the duo's latest single, 'If You Ever Get Lonely.'
Joy Williams Opens Up About the Status of the Civil Wars
The Civil Wars recently announced their forthcoming self-titled album. But unfortunately for fans of the two-person folk act, new music doesn't signal that Joy Williams and John Paul White have patched things up.
Dierks Bentley Says ‘Darker’ New Album Will ‘Go Against the Grain’
Dierks Bentley is about to embark on his second decade of recording country music. With 10 years of experience behind him and a new album due out later this year, Bentley is ready to shake things up a little bit with the release of his next album.
Ronnie Dunn Visits Victims of Devastating Oklahoma Tornado
Before Ronnie Dunn steps on stage at Toby Keith's Oklahoma Twister Relief Concert this weekend, he wanted to spend some time with Oklahomans who have been impacted by the recent devastating tornado. On the Fourth of July, the star singer spent some time visiting with residents in Shawnee, Okla., even lending a hand wherever possible.
Taylor Swift Says Soon, She ‘Won’t Even Be Able to Focus on a Conversation’
Right now, Taylor Swift is pouring all of her focus into her 2013 Red Tour with her buddy Ed Sheeran. But in a few months, when the tour has ended and Swifty is cozied up at home, she knows she'll be obsessing over her next album.
Independence Day ‘Is Like Christmas’ for Martina McBride’s Husband
Martina McBride might be a star in the country music world, but when it comes to the Fourth of July, she and her family are just good old-fashioned country folk.
Eli Young Band Have ‘Huge Respect’ for Our Service Members
Touring artists like Eli Young Band know what it feels like to be away from home too often. But even with their jam-packed travel schedules, their time apart from family is nothing compared to the burden that our soldiers overseas face -- something they realize.