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
Faith Hill’s Talk Show Gets Launch Date
Faith Hill and Kellie Pickler will launch a joint talk show this fall.
Brad Paisley to Perform Disco Hits at Alzheimer’s Association Benefit
This June, Brad Paisley will shake his groove thing at a disco party aimed at raising awareness and funds to battle Alzheimer’s disease.
Jason Aldean Calls on Breast Cancer Survivors to Be His Roadies
Jason Aldean is offering breast cancer survivors the chance to be his “Honorary Roadies.”
Thomas Rhett: ‘The Adoption Process Is an Emotional Roller Coaster’
Thomas Rhett and his wife, Lauren, are adding two babies to their family in 2017; one biological and the other, an adopted child from Africa.
Florida Georgia Line, Smooth Tourmates Shoot Fun Preview of What’s to Come
Ever wanted to hear Nelly perform Florida Georgia Line's "Cruise" remix live? Or watch Nick Carter and the rest of the Backstreet Boys croon with FGL on "God, Your Mama and Me?" That dream is about to become a reality — and so much more.
Sturgill Simpson Offers Heart-Wrenching Tribute to Late Grandfather
Sturgill Simpson's grandfather died Wednesday (March 15), prompting the singer to offer a heart-wrenching tribute on his Facebook page, citing his grandfather as the “greatest man” and “finest human being I will ever know.”
Keith Urban: Cutting School Music Programs Is ‘Shocking’ and ‘Scary’
Keith Urban is a well-known supporter of music education, and on April 5, he’ll receive a monumental award at the 2017 Grammys on the Hill ceremony in Washington, D.C. He's voicing his support for school music programs at a time when many are on the chopping block.
Connie Britton Interested in Returning to ‘Nashville’ as Rayna’s Evil Twin?
Is Connie Britton really finished on the CMT television series Nashville? In a recent interview, she talked about what it would take for her to return to the show.
Brett Young Keeps It Simple for ‘In Case You Didn’t Know’ Video [Watch]
Brett Young, country music's newest nice guy, has released an evocative new video for his latest single, "In Case You Didn't Know."
Thomas Rhett Earns Seventh No. 1 With ‘Star of the Show’
Though Thomas Rhett wasn't celebrating a Super Bowl win for his hometown Atlanta Falcons on Monday (Feb. 6), he did get a consolation prize -- his seventh No. 1 hit.
Trace Adkins Reveals New Album, 2017 Tour Dates
One of country music's legendary baritones is back. Trace Adkins has announced the release of a new album in 2017, accompanied by a string of new tour dates.