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
Jamie Lynn Spears’ Daughter Celebrates With First Responders Who Saved Her Life
Jamie Lynn Spears' daughter, Maddie, celebrated her ninth birthday on June 18, thanks to two first responders who saved her life.
Eli Young Band’s ‘Fingerprints’ Is Personal
Mike Eli, lead singer of Eli Young Band, realized something when the band was crafting their forthcoming album Fingerprints: he had lost the passion in his songwriting.
“It’s been three years since we’ve put out a record,” Eli tells Taste of Country...
Florida Georgia Line Preview ‘Smooth’ Music Video at FGL House Opening
Florida Georgia Line debuted a music video for their song "Smooth" music video for unsuspecting fans in Nashville on June 5.
See the Best Shots From CMA Fest 2017
Some of country music's biggest stars entertained thousands of fans at Nashville's CMA Fest from June 8-11, 2017.
Jordan Davis, ‘Singles You Up’ [Listen]
Jordan Davis is coining a fresh phrase with his new summer single, "Singles You Up."
Chris Janson’s ‘Fix a Drink’ Video Has a Heartwarming Cabin Story
The cabin and country land featured in Chris Janson’s "Fix a Drink" music video isn’t just a scouted location; the singer actually owns the property.
Blake Shelton, Kelly Clarkson Uniting for Warrior Games Concert in Chicago
Grammy winners Blake Shelton and Kelly Clarkson are coming together for a one-night-only show at Soldier Field in Chicago in the name of military members.
Miranda Lambert’s Unplugged ‘Tin Man’ Video Is a Raw Moment
Miranda Lambert lands one of the most delicate performances of her career with unplugged "Tin Man" video.
Watch a Trailer for Tyler Farr’s Insanely Redneck New Reality Show
In his upcoming reality show, A Little Too Farr, Tyler Farr reveals just how much shenanigans a backroad country star can get into.
Taylor Swift’s Record Label Is Now Making Vodka
Big Machine Label Group, home to major artists such as Taylor Swift, Florida Georgia Line and Thomas Rhett, isn't just pouring out hits anymore — it's also pouring out vodka.