Category Archives: Americana News

Many years ago, there was a catchy ad campaign for Wendy’s with the slogan, “Where’s the beef?” Now comes the embarrassing revelation by a top exec from the chain that it allegedly cut corners on quality to save money. That could leave a bad taste in people’s mouths. Maybe that famous line from yesteryear could […]

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Bunnie Xo hasn’t been shy when talking about life after her divorce. In fact, she’s been open and honest about the transition.

The post Bunnie Xo Says She’s Putting Herself First After Jelly Roll Divorce appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Riley Green didn’t become a country star overnight. Now he’s getting real about what it’s been like watching his career and fame grow over the past decade. Continue reading…

All the highlights from a blockbuster season of big movies. Continue reading…

The arrest caused him to miss a performance. Continue reading…

The Idaho Vandals football program is being praised online for doing one very simple thing: Prioritizing actual art over the use of artificial intelligence. We’re now less than a week away from the return of gridiron action. College football gets things kicked off on August 29, and the NFL follows closely behind with the start of their season on September 9. Soon, Saturdays and Sundays will be wasted away by snacks, alcoholic beverages, sports betting, and around-the-clock football. Move over […]

The post Idaho Football Says “No” To AI, Hires Local Artist To Paint Their “Game Week” Announcement first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Two of the best in the business pledging allegiance to the Hag. Zach Top seems to be everywhere these days. Riding the highs of his debut album last year and his highly-successful sophomore effort this year, Ain’t In It For My Health, the Washington native has simply flown through the ranks in country music over the past two years. Of course, this was highlighted on a national scale the past few months when he not only took home Best New […]

The post WATCH: Zach Top & Marcus King Team Up For Cover Of Merle Haggard’s “Swinging Doors” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

What happens when a Florida panther faces off against a family of raccoons in feral hog trap? Thanks to this video out of Florida… we know it probably doesn’t play out exactly how you think it would. Florida panthers are often considered “rare sightings” in the sunshine state. Mature panthers typically can be over six feet long and stand over two feet tall. They usually weigh anywhere between 70 and 150 pounds, depending on the panther’s gender. And Florida’s famous […]

The post Family Of Raccoons Go On The Offensive After Getting Stuck In Feral Hog Trap With A Florida Panther first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Cliff Burton’s sister, Connie, has died after facing a medical crisis, with the Metallica legend’s family announcing the heartbreaking news.

The post Rock Legend’s Sister Dies After “Life-Threatening” Medical Crisis appeared first on Wide Open Country.

How did Noah Kahan end up as a co-writer on one of the biggest songs of the summer? Stella Lefty, who just released her debut album Long Way Home this past Friday, has had a meteoric rise over the past few months, after the viral success of her debut single “Boston.” The 24-year-old, whose real name is Stella Lefkofsky, began teasing the song on TikTok back in February before officially releasing it in March, and since then “Boston” has rocketed to […]

The post Stella Lefty Explains How Noah Kahan Got Credited As A Co-Writer On Her Song “Boston” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.