Today's the Day...

As promised, I have that link for you. Here it is- it features performances of new songs by Carrie Underwood and an interview with her in celebration of Play On. Enjoy everyone... and let me know what you think about the new songs. Also... be sure to check ITunes. It seems she's releasing a new song a week leading up to the album release. She's also doing a TV special, so stay tuned on more about that. See ya next time!

Get Ready....

I'm working on a little something about Miranda Lambert after listening to her new CD, Revolution. Before I get to that, though, I wanted to come and let you know that October 15th is the day I'll be posting that link I mentioned. You won't wanna miss it!

More Free Music

People's at it again! This time, they're offering an ITunes play list. I see a few songs on here I'm liking- what about you guys? Keep checking back, cause I'll let you know as other downloads are offered.

By the way.... can't post it yet, but stay tuned to the blog, because in about a week, I'll be posting a link where you can see interviews and performances like the Reba one I shared before (it won't be her, though).

CMT's Big Weekend...

So, who caught the CMT Big New Music Weekend? They debuted videos from Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, Reba and more. I think the most surprising video was Carrie's. She actually dances a little bit in it! Not sure how I feel about that, but the song is fun and she sounds great.

Miranda's was one of those that actually made me like the song more. I was iffy on the lyrics, but the melody, instrumentation and visuals changed my opinion quite a bit. I don't wanna say too much about the video, cause I think it'll spoil it. Just trust me when I say it's a cute video.

Tim McGraw's Southern Voice is a feel good, relaxing kind of song, although the video kind of bored me. It was clips of him performing at the NLF Kick-Off mixed with clips of him jamming with a bunch of guys outside a store.

Reba's video for Consider Me Gone was different, yet more of the same. While she actually acted out the story herself in "Strange", the new clip has her returning to the narrator role as she plays a designer a girl comes to after having trouble with her guy.

So, who else saw these clips? Were there any that were your favorites? Any you didn't care for? Comment and let's talk about it.

Brad Bares All....

Yes, it's what you're thinking... but not. I think this link can explain it better than I can. Personally? I'm cracking up right now. I love Paisley's sense of humor.

Miranda Lambert "What Are You Gonna Do?"

So, I've been going over the song to get the lyrics and my thoughts down. This, while not on the new CD, isn't all that different from the songs that are. (I got to hear most of the tracks today by chance on XM's The Highway. Check their website to see when the special might be replayed). It's a bit dark lyrically and melodically, playing on the 'be careful what you wish for' theme. One of my favorite lines is in the chorus:

"You can waste your life looking for something to look forward to. you can chase it, but when you catch it what are you gonna do?"

The song is mid-tempo and accoustically-driven, although it picks up during the chorus as other instruments join in. Miranda's vocals are great, better than most of her other work so far (something that appears to be the case for the disc as well). If you haven't been able to download it, check youtube- this is a must hear for Miranda fans... especially if you love stuff like "More Like Her" and "Desperation".

New Music... And It's Free!

So, Amazon.com is offering a download of a Miranda Lambert track called "What Are You Gonna Do". I'll have a full review of the track tomorrow, but for now.... here's the link where you can get it yourself.