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
Olivia Newton-John’s Breast Cancer Has Returned
Olivia Newton-John will postpone her June U.S. and Canadian concert dates, due to her latest battle with breast cancer.
Keith Urban Once Had What?! Thrown at Him? Nicole Kidman Is Shocked
You've heard the term "break a leg," but have you ever had one thrown at you? Apparently, Keith Urban has.
Lady Antebellum Share New Song ‘Somebody Else’s Heart’ [Listen]
Lady Antebellum have shared another new song, "Somebody Else's Heart," in anticipation of their new album Heart Break, out June 9.
Maddie & Tae Launch George Dickel Porch Sessions Series
A series of artists, including country duo Maddie & Tae, launched the new George Dickel Porch Sessions in Tullahoma, Tenn., on Saturday (May 13).
New Chris Stapleton Album Sees Best-Selling Country Debut Since Luke Bryan
Chris Stapleton continues his meteoric rise in country music as From A Room: Volume 1 tattooed its name all over the Billboard charts this week.
Trent Harmon, More Added to Nashville Celebrity Softball Game
The upcoming City of Hope Celebrity Softball Game in Nashville has added three more stars to its lineup.
George Strait Officially Launches Tequila Line in Nashville
When you associate liquor with George Strait, you probably think of a glass of whiskey.
Chely Wright Receiving Honorary Doctorate
Chely Wright will be presented with an honorary doctorate degree from the College of Arts and Science at the University of Missouri at Kansas City.
Carrie Underwood Is Still Giving to Girls’ Sports Teams: ‘It’s Important to Me’
Carrie Underwood grew up playing sports in her hometown of Checotah, Okla., and she wants to help other girls do the same.
Chris Pratt Sings Strange Version of Chris Stapleton’s ‘Tennessee Whiskey’ [Watch]
Chris Pratt loves Chris Stapleton's rendition of "Tennessee Whiskey," but when asked to sing it on ABC's Popcorn with Peter Travers, he didn't exactly know all of the words. Or the melody. Or the guitar part.