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NeNe Royal ROCKS “Seven Nation Army” on “America’s Got Talent” Finale

Well HOT DAMN.

I missed out on “America’s Got Talent” this Summer because, well, life.

Apparently, a winner was crowned for the 2026 season, and the title goes to 16 year-old NeNe Royal from Thailand.

Oh. My. Goodness.

This performance during the finale of her covering The White Stripes “Seven Nation Army” is… woah.

I was NOT expecting this level of badassery.

Want more?

Here’s her cover of Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun” from a few weeks ago:


Again, she’s 16.

I can’t wait to see what happens next for this baddie.

Keep up with her on her insta here: https://www.instagram.com/neneroyalmusic/

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Carrie Underwood Joins Guns N’ Roses in Atlanta!

Damn, Carrie Underwood can ROCK.

I mean, most of us were already aware as she has performed many rock covers in the past, and has even joined Guns N’ Roses on tour as an opener a couple of years ago.

Well, this past weekend, she joined GNR again in Atlanta, and DAMN, did she slay…

That is a hard, hard song to sing. Not for Carrie, though.

Oh, and here she is on “Sweet Child of Mine”:

Ok, why Axl Rose didn’t just let Carrie finish out the song is beyond me, as obviously, he’s not capable of the vocal pyrotechnics that it takes to do it as he used to be.

Anyhow, rumor is that Axl is now Carrie’s “mentor” and is helping her get into the Rock genre.

Does that mean a full shift from Country? Or perhaps just something like a covers album?

I’d honestly prefer just a cover album… but hey, it’s her call.

I just think it’s a cool juxtaposition to see someone all sweet and holy like Carrie rock the face off people.

Also, her legs.

Just, woah.

What do you think? Should Carrie cross over to Rock or not?

Think she could pull it off?

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The Heartbreakers Featuring Chris Stapleton at The Americana Awards!

Last night, it was “The Americana Awards” at The Ryman in Nashville, and what a great surprise… The Heartbreakers with Chris Stapleton on the vocals.

Yes, The Heartbreakers as in Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

The Heartbreakers received the Americana Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award last night, and what a way to celebrate.

It was their first reunion since Tom’s passing in 2017, and who better to take on the vocals than Chris Freaking Stapleton?

Enjoy:


Damn, damn, damn.

As a HUGE Tom Petty fan and a big fan of Chris Stapleton, this has me all kinds of happy.

I know Chris is a totally different vocalist than Tom Petty was, but it’s still awesome to see.

Check out the full show below:

 

 

 

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Sabrina Carpenter and Stevie Nicks Performing “Landslide” at the Met Gala!

The 2026 Met Gala was this past Monday night in New York City, and it’s basically a gathering of super rich and famous people showing off how much money they have.

Which, cool, if I were rich, I’d probably do the same.

Anyhow, this video surfaced of pop singer Sabrina Carpenter and the QUEEN Stevie Nicks performing “Landslide” together, and it’s pretty dang impressive:

Stevie still looks and sounds incredible, and I sometimes forget how talented Sabrina actually is.

Most of her recent hits don’t show off her vocal skills (just her overt sexuality) and I want more of this from her in the future.

But also, Stevie Freaking Nicks.

So cool to see these two major artists from different generations share the stage.

Talent never goes out of style.

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Miranda Lambert Performing the Ella Langley Hit “Choosin’ Texas”

I am loving this!

Miranda Lambert took to the stage in Oklahoma this past weekend, and busted out a live version of the Ella Langley hit “Choosin’ Texas” (Which she co-wrote) and added her signature Texas twang to it:

 

@jlga456 #choosentexas #mirandalambert ♬ original sound – jlga456

Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley are the new dream team.

Also, Ella says that more collabs with Miranda are coming in the future, which is a great thing.

If you haven’t heard Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas”, well, educate yourself:

Women back on Country Radio, and the 90’s Country sound is making a comeback.

It’s a glorious thing.

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Benson Boone and Brian May Perform “Bohemian Rhapsody/Beautiful Things:

This. Is. Awesome.

Benson Boone- easily one of the most talented new artists on the scene right now- was joined once again by Brian May, the iconic guitarist of Queen, in London this week.

They performed “Bohemian Rhapsody” at Coachella together earlier this year, and they performed that song right into Benson Boone’s massive 2024 hit “Beautiful Things”, and Brian spiced up the end with a rocking guitar solo, because, it’s Brian Freaking May:

 

Now, THAT was cool.

Benson Boone is like a straight Freddie Mercury with killer abs, am I right?

In case you missed their Coachella performance from a few months back, here ya go:


Also, is it weird that I still have a bit of a crush on Brian May?

Nah, didn’t think so.

Also, if Adam Lambert ever leaves Queen, Benson would be the perfect choice as a frontman, right?

Very, VERY few vocalists could pull that off, but I believe Benson easily could.

A girl can dream, right?

 

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Morgan Wallen and Miranda Lambert Performing “Cowgirls”

Well, this is cool…

Morgan Wallen is on his “I’m The Problem” stadium tour in support of his massive album by the same name (which is spending it’s 6th week on top of the charts) and this past weekend in Madison, Wisconsin, he brought tourmate Miranda Lambert onstage for a duet.

Now, Miranda co-wrote his #1 hit “Thought You Should Know”, and it would make sense that they would perform that song together, right?

Nope- fans got a surprise when they performed Morgan’s song “Cowgirls” which is a collab with ERNEST, but Miranda filled in perfectly.

@welcome_to_mww Miranda Lambert joined Morgan Wallen to perform “Long Live Cowgirls” last night on the ‘I’m The Problem Tour! #imtheproblemtour #morganwallen #mirandalambert ♬ original sound – MorganWallenWorld

Damn, why do I love that song so much?

And Miranda is one of my all-time favorites, so this was fun for me to watch.

Morgan’s “I’m the Problem” stadium tour has just started, and I’m pretty sure it’s going to be one of the biggest of the year.

Get dates and info at MorganWallen.com

 

Long Live Cowgirls!

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Carrie Underwood Joins Papa Roach Onstage for “Last Resort”

Carrie Underwood is your All-American girl next year, just with an incredible set of pipes (and legs)! She usually stays in the Country and Gospel lane, but every now and again, Carrie puts on her rock girl panties and it’s always glorious.

She’s toured with Guns N’ Roses before (talk about legit, right?), and recently joined Papa Roach onstage for a version of “Last Resort”, and she owns it:


Dammit, woman, is there anything she can’t sing?

She also performed the single that she has out with Papa Roach called “Leave a Light On”, and all proceeds from this song go to suicide prevention:

If you weren’t aware of this song, here’s the actual recorded version:

Badass, and for a great cause.

Honestly, a Carrie Underwood rock covers album wouldn’t be a bad idea, am I right?

Let’s make this happen, ok?

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Dua Lipa Performs AC/DC’s “Highway to Hell”

Damn.

Dua Lipa just earned some more of my respect.

I’ve always liked the pop star, who has a great, strong voice and catchy songs… but I didn’t realize how good her vocals actually are until just now.

She brought her “Radical Optimism” tour to Melbourne, Australia, and took a chance at covering the iconic Aussie band AC/DC’s “Highway to Hell” in concert, and it paid off I’d say:


Damn, Dua Lipa.

Yeah, I had no idea she had that in her. Mad respect!

Check out where she’ll be next at DuaLipa.com

She definitely went up a few notches for me with this performance. Well done!

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Josh Turner Interview!

I had the pleasure of checking in with Country star Josh Turner today- he’s performing at Pueblo Memorial Hall tonight, and he called into the show for a little chat.

 

I TOLD you that his speaking voice is as sexy as his singing voice!

 

He’s on the road this year on his “This Country Music Thing” tour to promote his new album of the same name.

Get dates and info at https://www.joshturner.com/

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