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.

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.

Florida Georgia Line Reunites 4 Years After Breakup Announcement
Fans have been waiting for this moment.

Tim McGraw Brought to Tears as He’s Named a Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee
As one of the biggest stars of the 1990s and 2000s, Tim McGraw forever changed country music.

Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” Started With Miranda Lambert, a Cop, and a Kangaroo
It's the stuff of urban legend, but this story is all true.

Lainey Wilson Wears Stunning Lacy Jumpsuit for ‘Reminders of Him’ Movie Premiere
Lainey Wilson: Music superstar and now, movie star.
Luke Grimes Is Not the Cool Cowboy He Seems to Be on TV, If You Ask His Son
Luke's little boy loves to keep dad's ego in check.
Blake Shelton Admits Gardening With Gwen Stefani “Sucked”—But They’re Planting a Huge Garden Anyway
At home, they like to get a little dirty.
Toby Keith’s Legacy Lives on with Hometown Tribute
Be sure to blast "Who's Your Daddy" as you drive along it.
Tim McGraw Sounds Stronger Than Ever on Emotional Keith Whitley Cover
You can tell he really feels what he's singing about.

‘The Gray House’ Soundtrack Is a Country Music Lover’s Dream — See the Complete Tracklist
The War and Treaty, Lainey Wilson, Willie Nelson, and more contribute to the soundtrack.

Is “The Gray House” Based on a True Story? The Real History Behind the Prime Video Series
A new series set during the Civil War has people asking: Did this really happen?
Carrie Underwood Really Relishes Doing Laundry and Cleaning Toilets (No, Seriously)
Carrie knows that her celebrity status is not "real life," and she loves real life.
What Happened to The Band Perry? Inside the Group’s Hiatus and Return
They were one of country music's hottest acts for many years. What happened?
Is That Riley Green in the Trailer for the ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoff ‘Marshals’?
That mustache feels very familiar.
Luke Bryan Upstaged by Special Guests During National Anthem Performance
Luke didn't mind sharing the spotlight — in fact, he preferred it.
Tim McGraw Performs Big Medley at NHL Stadium Series After Retirement Worries
Worry not, he's still got it.
Reba McEntire Honors Late Stepson Brandon Blackstock During Grammys In Memoriam
Brandon died last August after a battle with cancer.
Why Did the Grammys Add a New Country Category?
Country music is just too broad to be contained in one place.

These Country Music Stars Have Won at Least 10 Grammy Awards
Their trophy shelves are getting crowded!
The Grand Ole Opry Honors Hank Williams Sr., But Does Not Reinstate Him
The Opry was forced to address the controversial decision.
Chris Stapleton Just Made Country Music History with “Tennessee Whiskey”
The hit is officially certified Double-Diamond.
Wynonna Judd Pays Tribute to Late Mom Naomi on What Would Have Been Her 80th Birthday
Wynonna says she still feels her mom "everywhere."