Mike Thiel is a midwestern Millennial multimediaist with an appreciation for alliteration. (It’s all true!) His stories, photos and videos can be found on the USA Today Network, Taste of Country Network and other entertainment publications and websites around the world. Thiel has created numerous enterprise entertainment features and regularly interviews musicians, comedians, athletes, reality stars, movie producers and more. Currently based in Nashville, Thiel is exploring Music City’s evolving music and nightlife scene and is also a musician himself.
Mike Thiel
That Time Scott McCreery Threw a Legendary College Party …
Ain't no party like a Scotty McCreery party, apparently.
Shania Twain at Country Music Hall of Fame: ‘I’m Not Rushing to the Future’
Shania Twain was back in Nashville on Tuesday (June 27) to preview her new exhibit, Rock This Country, at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
Sam Hunt’s ‘Body Like a Back Road’ Could Be the Song of the Summer
Sam Hunt’s brand of crossover country is paying off once again.
Jamie Lynn Spears’ Daughter Celebrates With First Responders Who Saved Her Life
Jamie Lynn Spears' daughter, Maddie, celebrated her ninth birthday on June 18, thanks to two first responders who saved her life.
Eli Young Band’s ‘Fingerprints’ Is Personal
Mike Eli, lead singer of Eli Young Band, realized something when the band was crafting their forthcoming album Fingerprints: he had lost the passion in his songwriting.
“It’s been three years since we’ve put out a record,” Eli tells Taste of Country...
Florida Georgia Line Preview ‘Smooth’ Music Video at FGL House Opening
Florida Georgia Line debuted a music video for their song "Smooth" music video for unsuspecting fans in Nashville on June 5.
Taylor Swift’s Record Label Is Now Making Vodka
Big Machine Label Group, home to major artists such as Taylor Swift, Florida Georgia Line and Thomas Rhett, isn't just pouring out hits anymore — it's also pouring out vodka.
Olivia Newton-John’s Breast Cancer Has Returned
Olivia Newton-John will postpone her June U.S. and Canadian concert dates, due to her latest battle with breast cancer.
Keith Urban Once Had What?! Thrown at Him? Nicole Kidman Is Shocked
You've heard the term "break a leg," but have you ever had one thrown at you? Apparently, Keith Urban has.
Aaron Watson Adds to 2017 Tour Dates
Texas country star Aaron Watson has added new tour dates to his 2017 schedule, with domestic and international stops ranging from May through November.
New Chris Stapleton Album Sees Best-Selling Country Debut Since Luke Bryan
Chris Stapleton continues his meteoric rise in country music as From A Room: Volume 1 tattooed its name all over the Billboard charts this week.
George Strait Officially Launches Tequila Line in Nashville
When you associate liquor with George Strait, you probably think of a glass of whiskey.