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Stormy Speaks
October 22, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Remarks on Garth Brooks Comeback, Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood's TV Shows, CMA Music Awards, and more!
Friends in Las Vegas—Music City has been abuzz of late amid speculation that Garth Brooks might be making a comeback. With confirmation that he’s going to entertain at Steve Wynn’s Sin City resort, speculation had been replaced by anticipation. It’s the greatest addition to the strip since the early bird special and the 99-cent shrimp cocktail. This is major news. No elaborate sets, not flying machines, no marathon aerobic activity this time. Well, he is 47 years old, so, like the rest of us, he’s not the youthful whipper snapper who rolled into Nashville as part of the infamous Class of 1989. Stormy cannot wait for the Vegas show. Bettie Lou, on the other hand, is somewhat reluctant because she said the last place she’d be caught dead is a casino. Here’s betting she makes the trip.
October 9, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Remarks on Opry Month, Taylor Swift, CMA Awards, and more!
Gwyneth in the City—Stormy is absolutely elated at the very thought that uber chic Gwyneth Paltrow just might possibly be filming a movie in Nashville. Oh, the potential for celebrity sightings is simply out of this world. Rumor has it that Gwynie will join Tim McGraw for a project slated for production in Music City. Does this mean Gwynie’s children Apple and Moses will have play dates with Tim and Faith’s girls? Quite possibly. Will Nicole and Keith invite Gwynie and her Coldplay husband Chris Martin over for Sunday dinner? Nicole and Gwynie together in Nashville would represent the greatest number of Academy Award winners to grace our city at one time, not to mention the fashion excellence soon to be achieved. Stormy is waiting patiently. Oh, and she’s really excited for you, too, Mr. Tim McGraw. This could be bigger than Friday Night Lights.
September 22, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Remarks on Taylor Swift and Kanye, Kenny Chesney, the Americana Music Festival, and more!
Looking good is the best revenge—Kanye West may have tried to steal her thunder at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 13, but Taylor Swift prevailed on so many levels. Taylor arrived on the other side of Kanye’s egocentric show-stopping moment with the support of everyone from Beyonce to Jay Leno, and that’s good. But she also landed on People magazine’s 2009 Best Dressed list, and that’s super fantastic. “Anything that glitters hypnotizes me," Taylor told the magazine. Stormy couldn’t agree more as it has always been Stormy’s goal to sparkle like a holiday. Glad that People recognizes that same attribute in Taylor.
September 10, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Remarks on CMA Nominations, Country Clothes, Joe Nichols Channeling George Strait, and more!
With any luck at all, you’ve extended your Labor Day Monday into a weeklong vacation. For the rest of us, it’s back to the daily grind. Stormy would like nothing more than to tell you that she spent the holiday reading up on healthcare reform or another intellectual topic. Well, she didn’t. Instead, she plowed through a stack of magazines and devoured the celebrity gossip. Admit it; you’re not above it either.
August 4, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Remarks on Her Summer Getaway, Feuds in Music City, Taylor Swift's Movie Career!
Stormy is happy to report that she is getting ready for a big night out on the town in the Big Apple! The past week or so has rendered Stormy exhilarated and totally consumed by some of the best concerts she’s ever seen.
July 14, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Recalls Fourth of July Family Festivities and Looks Forward to Summer Road-trips!
Nothing celebrates our nation’s independence quite like Uncle Milton propping up a perfectly good bird on a beer can and cooking it over an open flame. Jim Ed Brown would be proud when Uncle Milton finally decides to pop a top on a cold one and begin that roasting process that makes each Fourth of July remarkably like the last one. For some families, it’s fireworks and Grandma’s secret-recipe potato salad, but for Stormy, it’s Uncle Milton’s Beer-Up-A-Bird’s-Butt Chicken. And the fireworks, of course. Not the kind that light of the evening sky with a patriotic display of spectacular color. No, Stormy is talking about the sparks that flew between Uncle Milton and Aunt Martha.
July 4, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Speaks: Real Estate, Romance & Babies
With a weekend celebration of our nation’s independence just around the corner, Stormy can’t help but think of hotdogs on the grill, some ice-cold lemonade and homemade ice cream. And if she could make homemade ice cream anywhere, she’d get crankin’ in Alan Jackson’s 19,000-square-foot home that recently went on the market.
May 6, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Sees Dolly Workin’ 9 to 5, Clint Gettin’ Fired
Stormy is fresh from her trip last week to New York City. Oh, no, Stormy didn’t take just a bite out of the Big Apple. She feels like she stuffed the entire apple into the designer knock-off handbag that she picked up for cheap in China Town. As you probably remember, Stormy was in town for the opening of 9 to 5: The Musical. Oh, Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda and of course the ever-delightful Dolly Parton were all in attendance. The show is a jewel, but the real sparkler is Miss P’s music. Oh, my! Stormy’s not the only one who thinks so. The Tony Award nominees were announced on Tuesday, and guess who’s at the top of the list with a nomination for Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre? Dolly, of course! That’s exactly what she’ll be honored for if she wins when the Tony Awards are handed out on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall. Oh, fingers and toes crossed; all of them!
April 21, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Reveals Her Toby Keith Side
It’s very early in the week, but already Stormy is yearning for the weekend. Stormy was fast at work, recapping yet another two very exciting weeks of events and activity when, yes, her laptop died a painful death. Don’t even get Stormy started about the garage door that she took off the hinges—another story for another day. Devastated by the fact that she couldn’t recover all that she had uncovered for today’s update, Stormy went all Toby Keith on the computer. Oh, yes, she did. She called it a few choice names and made some accusatory references. Yes, it made her feel better. Now, she will do her best to recount that which she lost.
April 6, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Rants a Little, Raves a Little at ACM Awards
Stormy’s said it before, and she’ll say it again ... Viva Las Vegas! Oh, yeah, baby! Stormy made every effort to write her story on the return flight from Las Vegas, but wouldn’t you know it. This guy in the next seat spilled a diet soda on my favorite scarf. Stormy was too upset to compose her thoughts, so she opted to sleep. Back home, Stormy’s ready to unleash her thoughts on Sunday’s Academy of Country Music Awards.
March 18, 2009 | READ>
Simon Says: American Idol Honors the Opry
Many of you may not know that Tuesday nights are extremely special to Stormy. No matter what’s going on, Stormy and her girlfriends get together for an intense and sometimes even a little bit risqué game of Scandalous Scrabble. However, when Stormy heard that American Idol was paying tribute to the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, Stormy packed her bags and headed to Hollywood!
March 6, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Reports on Music City's Manliness
Good news, ladies, good news! Nashville, Music City, ranks No. 1 for MANLINESS in a new study conducted by Sperling’s BestPlaces. Of course, Stormy’s always thought this was true but she had no empirical data to support the theory. However, Stormy’s new super-hot can’t-reveal-his-identity-just-yet boyfriend is living proof.
February 17, 2009 | READ>
Stormy’s Angle on Love, Weight, and Distancing Your Exes
Stormy’s head is still in the clouds following a simply smashing Valentine’s Day weekend! Cupid’s arrow hit Stormy hard, much like a 12-point buck taken out on the first day of deer season. Oh, yes, Stormy is a smitten kitten and her secret love is just that, a secret for now. Stormy would love to give you all the details, but surely you know what Thomas Dewar once said, “An honest confession is good for the soul, but bad for the reputation.” Precisely!February 2, 2009 | READ>
Country’s Latest Fashions, Food & News!
Stormy just got the bad news from her mortgage broker. It appears Stormy didn’t qualify for the $5.7 million loan she was looking for to purchase Kenny Chesney’s 7,000-square-foot house in Key West, Fla. Real estate bummer! Seems the locals let the cat out of the bag about their new neighbor, and Kenny has opted to sell his new digs before he even moves in. Perhaps they think his tractor’s just a little too sexy, no? Double disappointment for the folks in Key West since neither Kenny nor Stormy will be baking Key Lime pies for the neighborhood potlucks.January 21, 2009 | READ>
Stormy Has an Inaugural Weekend Ball, Sprinkled with Country!
The Home States ball, the Neighborhood ball, the Youth Ball, and this morning after, Stormy most distinctly feels the wrecking ball. From the concerts to the swearing in ceremony, Stormy was but one vessel among millions who formed a sea of American flags outside our nation’s Captial for the inauguration of our 44th president. Despite the cold, Stormy now has incredibly toned upper-arm muscles from waving the red, white and blue seemingly non-stop for the past few days and night. With frostbitten fingers and dance floor-blistered feet, Stormy shall persevere.January 8, 2009 | READ>
Stormy’s Off to a Great Start in 2009!
One week into the New Year, and already Stormy has tossed those New Year’s resolutions out the window! Shooo away; be gone! Who needs to lose weight, workout more, and shop less? No, Stormy resolves to dine out, boost our nation’s sagging economy and by all means, spread a little good news (“gossip” is such a harsh term). December 18, 2008 | READ>
Stormy’s Country Musical Year in Review
Stormy’s mailbox is overflowing with Christmas cards, parties are in full swing, and prime parking spaces are virtually impossible to find at the mall--this can only mean one thing--Christmas is just days away! This time of year tends to find Stormy reflecting on the highlights of yet another year covering the in and outs and ups and downs of the country music extravaganza that is her life. December 3, 2008 | READ>
Stormy Readies to Rock Around the Christmas Tree
The holidays are officially upon us, and Stormy just enjoyed the last leftover turkey sandwich. It was absolutely delicious, thanks for asking. A little battered and bruised from Black Friday, and carpal tunnel syndrome soon to set in following Cyber Monday, Stormy finds herself firmly ensconced in all that the most wonderful time of the year brings. Stormy and Bettie Lou just finished addressing invitations to this year’s Ugliest Christmas Sweater Party. While the ink dries, let’s peruse the country music news. November 13, 2008 | READ>
The 42nd Annual CMA Awards: Music to Our Ears, When We Can Hear It
It has taken a while for Stormy and Betty Lou to recover from the 42nd Annual CMA Awards. Where did the evening go? More importantly, where were the audio technicians? Stormy just watched the entire show again from her comfy, cozy sofa because she missed so much Wednesday night. Come along as we recap some of the evening’s most memorable moments. October 29, 2008 | READ>
On the Cusp of U.S. & Country History!
The Yankee Doodle Dandy in Stormy can’t contain her all-American pride. The next time you hear from Stormy (that’s in two weeks for those of you marking your calendars), we will have a new president and entertainer of the year. Get excited! As for Stormy, she voted early upon return from her late-October vacation to the Bahamas where she overindulged in the tropical rays and returned home with a frightening case of sun poisoning. Oh, don’t laugh. There’s nothing funny about eyes swollen shut and facial distortion that renders one unrecognizable to close family and friends. The post-vacay exfoliation was brutal, but Stormy is toasty and tan now. September 30, 2008 | READ>
Familiar Faces All Over the Place
Do the familiar faces of country music compel fans to spend money? Apparently, they do indeed. If you're a sucker for a country singer, Stormy suggests you keep a close watch on that wallet of yours. Otherwise, you might find yourself planning a vacation or buying a frozen dinner. September 16, 2008 | READ>
It’s a Small, Small World
Stormy’s travels took her to New York City for Spring 2009 Fashion Week. So many clothes, so little time … what is a girl to do? For now, Stormy is settling in to share the latest country music news. September 2, 2008 | READ>
Rumors & Romance: These Are a Few of Stormy’s Favorite Things
Excuse Stormy if she’s a little bleary eyed. No, it’s not what you might think. Stormy just returned to Music City from Beijing. And that’s no easy commute. Stormy feels as if she’s been gone for weeks, largely because she has. Now that she’s back, and better than ever, snuggle up with a sugary bowl of corn flakes (any excuse to purchase that Michael Phelps-adorned box) and let’s chew the tofu (since Stormy has a strong aversion to anything fat after being in such close proximity to those all-but-chiseled athletes.) August 5, 2008 | READ>
Melissa Lawson Takes Nashville Star Honors—She’s Going To Need a Sitter!
It’s over! Melissa Lawson takes the sixth Nashville Star crown.July 31, 2008 | READ>
No Coffey on the Nashville Star Menu
Settle in and enjoy Stormy’s next-to-last review of Melissa, Gabe, Coffey and Shawn, all of whom returned to their hometowns for a concert. July 22, 2008 | READ>
Ashlee Gets the Door as Nashville Star Field Narrows to Four
America, what have you done? Cute, blonde Ashlee, who has shown that, among this year’s competition, she possesses more marketable talent than most, is gone? On the other hand, Coffey, remains, like a mocha grand latte stain on Stormy’s favorite shirt. Stormy wants to believe that she’s as sympathetic as the next person, and she is. She wants to understand the viewing audience’s need to rally around Coffey after he received that tongue lashing three weeks ago from the judges. Let’s be honest: Coffey is weak, at best. Like the cup of Joe one finds at an all-night diner where the owner skimps on beans to save money. It’s watered down coffee that you set aside and do your best to choke down the diner’s day-old apple pie, convinced that something better will come along. July 15, 2008 | READ>
If You Promise Double Elimination, Shouldn’t Two Nashville Star Contestants Go Home?
Another exciting (cough, cough) Nashville Star week, and it’s another theme show. Joy, joy. This week, the contestants are wooing voters with “love songs.” Love, the common thread, masterfully interwoven throughout some of, if not most, of country music’s most beautiful, heartfelt and certainly popular songs. July 8, 2008 | READ>
Tommy, Pearl Heart Get the Nashville Star Boot--And That's Not a Good Thing
They're dropping like flies! As Nashville Star fans continued to cull the herd, Tommy and Pearl Heart hit the trail. At least Stormy got half of her wish. Before diving into this week's review, Stormy must admit that she had a Manola Blahnik moment. Yes, she couldn't find the perfect shoe, so she was a half-hour late for the show. It might sound irrational, but it isn't. However, Stormy is gifting you with the incredible insights of her best girlfriend, Bettie Lou, who didn't miss a minute of the show. July 1, 2008 | READ>
Very Few Fireworks Mark This Week's Nashville Star
Oh, family night! How appropriate as Stormy gets ready to jet off to her own annual family reunion. Wilma’s potato salad, fireworks, mosquitos, oh, Stormy can hardly wait. This week’s episode got Stormy all fired up to see the family. Even Aunt Vesta Mae, one of Stormy’s biggest fans. Aunt Vesta still uses dial up, so it takes her half of Tuesday morning to read each week’s column. And you should know, Stormy certainly appreciates that kind of devotion. June 24, 2008 | READ>
Country Goes Poop as Pop Goes Country on Nashville Star
Stormy began her Monday with a visit to the coffeehouse around the corner. Her trusty laptop in hand, she ordered the usual and settled in to read the morning headlines. Cruising along, Stormy came across a regular Monday morning read that just happened to mention Nashville Star. Stormy’s girlfriend, Hazel Smith, had some harsh words for John Rich, going so far as to say he’d never find a woman who would love him as much as he loves himself. Well, ouch, Hazel! Stormy’s bettin’ you’d marry him in a minute. You’d probably even iron all those jeans his granny makes for him, too. June 17, 2008 | READ>
“Mountain Music” Fails to take Third Town to the Nashville Star Summit
Week two of Nashville Star, and Stormy is ecstatic! It’s simply Stormy’s favorite season ever. Excitement, tension, anticipation all fill the air in the Acuff Theatre, along with some really poor cologne choices by guys with poor taste, but that’s another story altogether. Nonetheless, it’s a fabulous place to be each Monday night as the journey continues to name the newest Nashville Star. This week’s wait is over; Stormy has spoken.
June 11, 2008 | READ>
Stormy Dishes All the Fan Fare & Revs up for Nashville Star
What is a self-respecting country music correspondent extraordinaire to do? After a week of the festival-formerly-known-as-Fan-Fair (At least that’s what Stormy’s mother tells her; Stormy isn’t nearly old enough to remember that.), Stormy was ready to collapse in an easy chair with a cold beverage and a good book. But it wasn’t to be. Not with the moment Stormy has been waiting for all year long, the much-anticipated network premiere of Nashville Star, launching its sixth season on Monday, June 9. So much country music news, so little time, so let’s get started.
May 29, 2008 | READ>
Ouch, That's Gonna Leave a Mark
Just a couple of reminders from Stormy: First, it’s hot in Las Vegas, like really, really hot (and not just the cute guys that surrounded Stormy.) Secondly, Stormy has declared a hug-free zone until the searing pain subsides. Yes, you guessed it, sunburn. Who has time to calculate her SPF when the ACMs are taking place ASAP with VIPs every where and your BFF forgets to remind you that the desert sun is H-O-T?
May 13, 2008 | READ>
Carrie Comes Home, Vote 4 Brad, and Country Musings
Call her your American Idol or your All-American Girl, but most definitely call her the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry ... Miss Carrie Underwood! Oh, you know you’re a big deal when the all-time biggest selling artist in country music, Mr. Garth Brooks, hops on his private plane and flies in to induct a fellow Okie. When you’re welcomed into country music’s most esteemed family by singing a duet with another fellow Oklahoman Vince Gill, indeed you have arrived. You can be sure that everyone knows your “last name,” that’s for certain. Oh, how far our little girl has come since she first stood in the warm glow of the Opry’s spotlight on June 10, 2005. Nearly three years and millions of albums later, we can now call Carrie our very own. Stormy is already counting down the days until Miss Underwood’s June 3, 2008, Opry return.
May 24, 2007 | READ>
Stormy’s Summer Fashion Forecast Sizzles!
Nashville may be known as the Athens of the South, but let Stormy assure you, togas are so yesterday. Clear the catwalk because Stormy is simply purring with great fashion advice as all of you prepare for your summer trek to the country music capitol. So put the car in fashion forward for Stormy’s summer fashion preview, just in time for the Great Opry Drive In.
May 22, 2007 | READ>
Stars Sizzle, Some Fizzle at 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards!
Viva Las Vegas, country fans! Stormy is reporting in from the desert sands, where the only thing hotter than the pavement was the country stars who came out for the 42nd annual Academy of Country Music Awards on Tuesday evening.
March 2, 2007 | READ>
Hacker Backers Give it up for Angela!
The Hacker Backers have spoken, and Angela Hacker is the Jennifer Hudson of Nashville. Well, okay, Jennifer has future movie roles to consider while Angela readies for an appearance on the world-famous Grand Ole Opry. And while Jennifer is polishing her Academy Award, Angela will be waxing her new Chevrolet pickup truck. And as Jennifer wades through a stack of endorsement deals, Angela is probably pulling into the nearest Sonic to redeem all the great coupons she won from Nashville Star’s major advertiser. Enough with the comparisons, Music City has a brand-new Nashville Star, Miss Angela Hacker.
February 23, 2007 | READ>
It’s Never Easy, Letting Go: Goodbye Joshua, Hello Nashville Star Finals!
Hello, Nashville Star fans! Did Stormy mention last week that she and Dina were headed to Mardi Gras? Did Stormy and Gina have a good time amid all the revelry? Let’s just say Dina came home with a bead collection to die for, if that tells you anything! That’s all Stormy’s going to say. Now, let’s get right to the show.
February 16, 2007 | READ>
Nashville Star, The Final Four Means Whitney No More!
Oh, the bitter cold!!! Stormy and Dina returned from the balmy 70-degree weather in LA to the frigid cold of Music City. And Stormy is referring to the weather, not the tension in the air between Ma and Pa Hatcher and Anastasia Brown, but more on that later. Fortunately, Stormy remembered to set the DVR for this show, and she’s so glad she did. So many on-camera glances that the studio audience might have missed.
February 9, 2007 | READ>
Stormy’s Week Five Feather Flocking
In case you haven’t heard, what happens in Miami at the Super Bowl stays in Miami at the Super Bowl! What a weekend. In just a few days, Stormy and Dina are set to make it two in a row with this Sunday’s big Grammy Awards bash in Los Angeles. Tune in next week to find out if what happens at the Grammy’s really stays at the Grammy’s. Hmmm ... meanwhile, on to the week’s most exciting drama, Nashville Star.
February 2, 2007 | READ>
Five Stay Alive in Nashville Star’s Week 4
Hello, Nashville Star fans! You should know that Stormy and her bestest girlfriend Dina just barely had time to attend this week’s show. As soon as it was over, Stormy and Dina hopped on a plane to Miami for the Super Bowl. Neither Stormy nor Dina care who wins, but the idea of star-studded parties is irresistible. Before Stormy departs for the big weekend, here’s a recap of Thursday night’s big show. And to think, we’re already half-way through this season. How time flies!
January 26, 2007 | READ>
The Kid Gloves Come Off for Nashville Star’s Week 3
G’day, mates! And g’day Nashville Star fans. If Dina and Stormy looked a bit bleary eyed, it’s because they just returned from the Golden Coast where they were courtside for the Australian Open.
January 19, 2007 | READ>
Lucky Seven Shine, Dustin Heads Home in Week 2
What a way to start the show, with Miss Miranda Lambert and her ode to revenge “Crazy Ex Girlfriend.” The way she slings that pink guitar, the only thing Stormy can say is “Blake Shelton, beware!” Stormy gets the feeling that Miranda has lived those lyrics. If you’re not careful, someday, so may you, Blake.
January 12, 2007 | READ>
Nashville Star Week 1 and the Fun’s Just Begun!
Get excited! Stormy and Nashville Star are both back, and better than ever, if Stormy does say so herself!
November 7, 2006 | READ>
Believe Stormy, Brooks & Dunn Bring it Home at CMA Awards
How fitting that the 40th Annual Country Music Association Awards were broadcast on ABC. As far as Stormy is concerned, ABC stands for All ‘Bout Country. Let’s get right to the show, where Stormy and her friend Betty Lou had front row seats for all the action.
August 24, 2006 | READ>
Stormy’s Fantastic Fall Fashion Roundup
A couple days ago, Stormy was rummaging through her closet in search of her perfectly pink Kate Spade handbag when it occurred to her--Stormy, not Kate--that Labor Day is just around the corner. While Stormy gets a head start on organizing her fall closet, she thought she would share with you some must-have fashion tips and give you a preview of just what you might be seeing this season.
July 15, 2006 | READ>
Stormy’s Summer Lovin’ Tour--Lovin’ That Country Music!
That’s right, Stormy just returned from her self-proclaimed Stormy’s Summer Lovin’ Tour--Lovin’ That Country Music. And it was all inspired by the Great Opry Drive In. Surely by now you’ve seen that irresistible photo of Little Jimmy Dickens and Dierks Bentley in that snazzy convertible? Don’t let summer slip by without planning a summer road trip, and if you end up at the Grand Ole Opry--all the better. Keep reading below for highlights from Stormy’s Summer Lovin’ tour road trip. If this doesn’t inspire you to toss a bag in the car and head to Nashville, you need to check your tire pressure.
May 23, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Vegas ACM Review--It’s Hot! Like 110 Degrees!
Take Stormy’s picture off all those milk cartons, she’s right here! Operation Desert Stormy checked into Sin City’s MGM Grand on Saturday prior to the big show on Tuesday. Country stars were brighter than the neon strip, every bit as plentiful and a lot more fun. And let’s just say Stormy’s time spent on the sofa in her jammies watching “Celebrity Poker” served her very, very well. Ka-ching!!
May 3, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 8)
Unbeknownst to the contestants, Stormy spent a little time backstage with everyone prior to the big show at the Acuff Theatre. What charmers! If there’s a tattoo parlor between Music City and Columbia, Missouri, you can expect a “Mattie” tattoo adorning some part of Stormy’s body. Once again, those Versace sunglasses are a true lifesaver and identity concealer. Perhaps Chris will get a formal introduction to Stormy backstage at the Grand Ole Opry when he makes his big debut. That’s a pretty spectacular evening--getting to meet Stormy AND perform on the Opry. Toss in Little Jimmy Dickens and Porter Wagoner (not literally, of course, because that would hurt) and Chris can say he’s died and gone to heaven.
April 26, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 7)
Stormy is still reeling from last week’s trip to Columbus, Ohio. Of course, there’s no exotic reason to go to Columbus. But Stormy made the trip last weekend to attend the highly-anticipated launch of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s “Soul2Soul II” Tour. Stormy was but one of 36,000 screaming fans--in her usual VIP seats--at the Nationwide Arena.
April 19, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 6)
It’s the simple things like a run-of-the-mill case of the flu that humbles Stormy. A fever hotter than Rascal Flatts’ new CD. Bedhead that would rival Ronnie Dunn’s rooster hair on his best day. Out of concern for country music’s most talented artists, Stormy declined invitations for at least three star-studded Music Row events this past week. If only Stormy could tell you which chart-topping hottie sent flowers to lift Stormy’s spirits. Oh, the envy, but these chapped lips will never tell. However, it was the love and support of Stormy’s dedicated and devoted readers that gave her the strength to get out of bed just in time for this week’s Nashville Star show.
April 12, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 5)
Stormy realizes that you expect her to read that she just arrived in town, having jetted in from some exotic location just in time for this week’s review. However, as luck would have it, Stormy was in Music City for the CMT Music Awards on Monday evening. Perhaps you caught a glimpse of Stormy . . . Stormy was seated so close to big winner Keith Urban that she could smell the Nicole on him. Speaking of Keith’s would-be fiancé, Stormy can’t help but remind Nicole of what Stormy’s 98-year-old Mimmi says, “Never marry a boy prettier than you.” It’s advice that has served Stormy well.
April 5, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 4)
Stormy is simply exhausted! She just returned to Music City from our nation’s capitol. No, Stormy isn’t eyeing a political career--although that might not be a bad idea. If Tim McGraw ran for governor of the great state of Tennessee and Stormy found a home in the Senate, Stormy and Tim could be the new Bill and Hillary. Of course, minus the marriage and the scandals, but a political force to be reckoned with none the less.
March 29, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 3)
Buenos días, Nashville Star Fans! It was with great difficulty that Stormy settled into her VIP seat at the Acuff Theatre for the big show. Of course, Stormy has overzealous fans to deal with but this week, she had major issues. Burning issues. Stormy arrived in Music City fresh off a week of spring break in Cancun sporting the most painful sunburn. Granted, in a few days Stormy's warm glow will look every bit as marvelous as Anastasia’s mystic tan. It may be painful but at least Stormy’s tan came from the islands--not a spray hose in a tiny booth.
March 22, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 2)
Stormy eagerly settled into the Acuff Theatre for her own personal version of March Madness . . . Nashville Star IV. As one might expect, Stormy attracts her fair share of attention and obvious stares from an enthusiastic crowd like the one on hand for Tuesday’s show. The fans were rabid. As much as Stormy has become a fixture at Nashville Star shows, the anticipation of Gretchen Wilson taking the stage had whipped the crowd into a frenzy.
March 15, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Nashville Star (episode 1)
Stormy simply cannot believe that yet another sensational Nashville Star season is upon us. You may know that judges Phil Vassar and Anastasia Brown have returned, along with one rotating judge’s seat. Well, just don’t be surprised if you find Stormy at the judges table. In the words of her good friends and guest judges Big & Rich, who better to put a little bang in your ying yang than Stormy?
February 14, 2006 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Politics, Love, & Awards -- Stormy Style.
Oh, Stormy lives for moments like these! Love is in the air, not to mention political aspirations, and national awards shows. So much to chat about, and so little space. Shall we get right to it?
August 1, 2005 | READ>
Stormy Weather: Stormy Takes a Bite Out of the City That Never Sleeps
… "Don't be fooled by the gossip that I got; I'm still Stormy, Stormy from the block" … Did Stormy say "gossip?" Well, she meant news, as in New York news. Stormy has been in Mid Town, uptown, downtown, and now she's back in town after having taken a gigantic bite out of the big apple.
August 1, 2005 | READ>
Stormy Weather: If Stormy Had Her Way
When Stormy last left you, she was fawning over her 10 boys of summer. Mind you, Stormy hasn't packed away her bikini and sunscreen just yet, but she has begun to give her credit cards a workout as she revamps her fall and winter wardrobe. Naturally, that has meant countless trips to New York for Stormy, and endless hours in stuffy, stale, first-class cabins. Aside from the dehydrated skin that will take Stormy's aesthetician weeks to rehabilitate, Stormy is current on all the latest news. During Stormy's travels, she's been inundated with "Top 10" and "best of" lists heralding everything from fashion to music. While waiting out one particularly draining layover, Stormy thought who better to share her own favorites? Better yet, who better than Stormy to share her suggestions for future endeavors, be it music or business, for our country music favorites.
June 1, 2005 | READ>
Stormy Warns Hollywood: Hands Off Our Country Hotties
After Oscar winner Renee Zellweger swooped in and snatched Kenny Chesney off the market without warning, Stormy has officially declared a moratorium on Hollywood infiltration within our country music family. Stormy can't remember the last time she felt the sense of defeat that consumed her when she saw that May 9 headline announcing KenRen's island wedding.
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