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
Thomas Rhett and Luke Bryan Strip to Their Skivvies After ACM Awards [Watch]
If you were hanging out with Thomas Rhett on Sunday night (April 2), you may have reveled by stripping down to your skivvies for a dip in the closest Las Vegas pool.
Luke Combs Announces Debut Album, ‘This One’s for You’
Luke Combs made his mark on country music in 2016 with his hit single, "Hurricane," and he's about to follow it up with a full-length album.
Darius Rucker Cries Tears of Joy as South Carolina Makes Its First Final Four
Darius Rucker shed happy tears Sunday afternoon (March 26) when the University of South Carolina Gamecocks — Rucker’s alma mater— upset the No. 4 seeded Florida Gators in the NCAA Tournament at Madison Square Garden.
Martina McBride Hosts Baby Shower for Homeless Young Women
Martina McBride, along with her charitable initiative Team Music Is Love, recently carried out an extra special day for some New York City mothers and mothers-to-be.
Florida Georgia Line, Smooth Tourmates Shoot Fun Preview of What’s to Come
Ever wanted to hear Nelly perform Florida Georgia Line's "Cruise" remix live? Or watch Nick Carter and the rest of the Backstreet Boys croon with FGL on "God, Your Mama and Me?" That dream is about to become a reality — and so much more.
Keith Urban: Cutting School Music Programs Is ‘Shocking’ and ‘Scary’
Keith Urban is a well-known supporter of music education, and on April 5, he’ll receive a monumental award at the 2017 Grammys on the Hill ceremony in Washington, D.C. He's voicing his support for school music programs at a time when many are on the chopping block.
Jason Aldean + More Bring Hits New and Old to BBR Music Group Showcase
BBR Music Group's showcase at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville Wednesday night (Feb. 22) featured plenty of past hits, as well as new singles that will become part of the soundtrack for the summer of 2017 and beyond.
Cancer Survivor Who Sang With Garth Brooks Shares New Diagnosis
A young cancer survivor who achieved internet fame after singing onstage with Garth Brooks is once again fighting the disease.
LoCash Struggle Through Worst Interview Ever [Watch]
LoCash were the latest victims in an Albany radio station's ongoing Worst Interview Ever video series.
Scotty McCreery Performs ‘Five More Minutes’ at Billy Bob’s Texas [Watch]
Scotty McCreery is back on the road, and the 23-year-old kicked off his 2017 tour by recording a performance video for “Five More Minutes” at the legendary Billy Bob’s Texas.
The Band Perry Announce Intimate Shows to Introduce New Pop Album
The Band Perry has announced Welcome to My Bad Imagination, a series of nine pop-up shows that will launch March 5 in Atlanta, Ga., to introduce their new direction to their most loyal fans.
Carrie Underwood Taking Time off After 2017 Grammy Awards
Carrie Underwood had another busy — and very successful — year in 2016, but the country singer looks to be dialing back in 2017.