Amanda Hensel Jermstad
Amanda Hensel Jermstad is a skilled writer based in Austin, Texas. She spent 14 years as Editor-in-Chief of Taste of Country, where she led coverage of the artists, stories and trends shaping country music. With a career deeply rooted in the genre, Amanda has built a reputation for sharp editorial insight and authentic storytelling. Outside of work, she’s a proud mom of three.
Ella Langley’s Staggering “Choosin’ Texas” Success Puts Her on a Podium with Pop Royalty
She has broken another huge record—the first for a woman in her genre.
HGTV’s ‘Worst Yard on the Block’ Transforms Junk Yards Into Edens
Fans are excited for HGTV to put the “garden” back into Home & Garden Television.
Riley Green’s New Music Video Is a Rowdy Hat Tip to Toby Keith
Toby’s family gave him their blessing on the new song.
Brad Paisley, Kimberly Williams-Paisley Respond to ‘Transformative’ Gift From Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
The couple’s generosity will help fight food insecurity in Nashville.
How to Watch ‘Nashville’s Star-Spangled Bash,’ a Country Fourth of July Celebration
Nashville will celebrate America, country music style, on the Fourth of July.
Alan Jackson Closed His Farewell Concert With an Unexpected Song
The 67-year-old icon said goodbye to fans with a massive final concert over the weekend.
Jon Pardi Surprises Rhett Akins with Grand Ole Opry Invitation
“I can’t think of any words right now except, ‘Thank you Lord Jesus.’”
The Story Behind Alan Jackson’s “Remember When” Is True, and It’s So Sweet
“Remember When” is the kind of song that only comes around once in a lifetime—and it’s inspired by real love.
Alan Jackson Is Really Retiring from Country Music—Here’s Why
Alan has a lot to be proud of as he looks back on his life and career.
Ella Langley Reveals How Faith Helped Her Navigate Sudden Success
She paused a recent show to deliver a heartfelt message.
Riley Green Reveals the Surprising Reason He Got Hired for ‘The Voice’
He never set out to be a coach on the hit singing competition, but he’s embracing the new role.
Megan Moroney’s Cloud 9 Tour Workout Is Extremely Intense
She wasn’t playing around when it was time to suit up.
Alan Jackson Surprises Great-Niece Carlisle Wright With Life-Changing Opry News
This is one very talented family.
Taylor Swift Brings Childhood ‘Toy Story’ VHS Tape to Premiere for Star-Studded Signatures
She then took the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime duet.
Glen Powell Pops Up in Nashville, Turns CMA Fest Into ‘The Comeback King’ Movie Set
Fans were shocked when the movie star took the stage looking like ... well, like he belonged there.
Miranda Lambert Wins Billboard’s First-Ever Country Music Icon Award
She promises to use her position in country music for good and to help others.
Riley Green Dedicates Billboard Award to Late Grandfather: ‘He’s Watching Down’
Riley Green was awarded the Hitmaker Award at the 2026 Billboard Country Power Players ceremony.
Lainey Wilson Shares Sweet Details About Including Her Pets in Her Wedding
It was every bit the country fairy tale.
Eric Church Is Advocating for Country Music to Own Nashville’s Super Bowl Halftime Show
He feels it’s really important that Music City gets a proper spotlight when the NFL’s biggest game comes to town.
Riley Green’s Exit From ‘Marshals’ Left the Cast “So Upset”
Unsurprisingly, the country singer was popular on set, and they were sad to see him go.
Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black Can’t Believe “When I Said I Do” Inspired a New Lifetime Movie
Clint Black’s 1999 duet with his wife, Lisa Hartman Black, is in its renaissance era.
Riley Green Gets a Kissing Scene in New Episode of ‘Marshals’
And, he’s getting a shirtless moment, too.
Lainey Wilson Gets Candid About Family Plans in Deeply Personal New Documentary
Lainey Wilson really wants to be a mom someday.
‘Farmer Wants a Wife’ Season 4 Promises More Drama Than Ever Before
Three farmers are hoping to find their respective partners, but there are some shakeups this season.
Tim McGraw Teams Up with Kevin Bacon for Gritty New TV Drama
He plays a powerful Southern football coach—and he’s not the good guy.
Riley Green on ‘Marshals’: Meet His Stoic Character Garrett in This Sneak Peek
Don’t expect his character to be a cheerful fella — there’s hidden anguish there.
Who Is the Country Singer in This Week’s Episode of ‘Marshals’?
He looks familiar, doesn’t he?
Carter Faith Shocked by ‘Absolutely Insane’ ACM Album of the Year Nomination
She wasn’t expecting this at all.
The Style Evolution of Lainey Wilson, Country Music’s Beloved Bell-Bottom Queen
This through-the-years gallery proves that Lainey Wilson has always loved fun fashion.
Luke Grimes Pushed for Riley Green to Join Marshals — “I Knew I Wasn't Doing Myself Any Favors”
The country star joins the Yellowstone spinoff this month.
New Look? Lainey Wilson Ditches Signature Hat for iHeartRadio Music Awards Performance
It was a performance to remember!
Ella Langley’s New Song Honors Her Grandma in a Sweet, Quirky Way
Her grandma's words are a fond — and funny — memory.