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Ella Langley just dropped “Choosin’ Texas,” and it sounds like a dusty boot stomp with a side-eye. Co-written with Miranda Lambert, so yes, there is twang, grit, and a little lipstick-on-the-mirror attitude. It’s the kind of song that makes you price out cowboy boots and consider blocking your ex before the second chorus. If this doesn’t have you two-stepping in the kitchen, check your pulse. You might already live in Texas.
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The King is loading up the tour bus. George Strait is returning to Clemson’s Memorial Stadium in 2026, first time since 1999. Fans are already preheating the tailgate like it is a brisket. By the time tickets drop, somebody’s cousin will be camping in the parking lot. Country royalty, stadium sing-along, “Amarillo by Morning” at full volume. Clear your calendar and maybe your voice.
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Allegedly, Taylor is crafting a prenup to protect the empire. Not unromantic, just grown-up. She built it brick by brick and wants it locked up, and the word is Travis respects it. Love is great, but accountants sleep better with paperwork. She has seen how messy splits get in the spotlight. Practical, not pessimistic. And let’s be honest, there is probably an NDA with glitter on it.
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So, the J-Lo think pieces are back. After all the talk about her exes not loving her right, one former husband is firing back, saying she was the problem and tossing around cheating claims. Reminder: that is his side of the tea, not a courtroom verdict. Either way, the relationship autopsy is loud, the internet is louder, and Jenny from the Block stays trending like rent day.
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AT THE MOVIES -
Join us Thursday during the Drive at Five for ‘At The Movies” brought to you by North Grand Cinema in Ames..
In theaters this weekend: “Project Hail Mary”
A Science teacher wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out.
https://youtu.be/P0XN3-n-2Lo?si=wp9wWap0NZIXLshm
“Project Hail Mary” is rated: PG-13
Stars: Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller
AT THE MOVIES...Thursday’s at 5:40, brought to you by North Grand Cinema in Ames and IBC KIX 101.1….

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Hollywood’s biggest fear is officially here. Dead actors… still booking roles. A new movie is using A.I. to bring Val Kilmer back. Yeah. From the grave… straight to the premiere. The director says Val wanted this. His family signed off too. Which is great… until your Netflix suggestions start haunting you. Somewhere an Oscar just felt uncomfortable.
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Tom Brady says he wears a disguise to his kids’ games. Not kidding. Hoodie. Hat. Full undercover quarterback mode. Apparently the kids don’t want attention on them because… you know… their dad is TOM BRADY. Imagine trying to sneak into a gym when you’re built like a superhero statue. Sir… we still know it’s you.
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Rumor is Keith Urban might be going through a midlife crisis after the split. Sources say he wants to live the single life again. Totally different person now. Which honestly just sounds like every guy who suddenly discovers energy drinks and fitted jeans. Next step is obvious. Corvette. New Balance. Bluetooth headset.
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Kenny Chesney just launched his own record label. Big move. Real boss energy. It’s named after his boat… because of course it is. And the first artist he signed…drumroll… Kenny Chesney. Man skipped the middleman and hired himself. HR meeting must be real smooth.
You can catch The List, weekday afternoons at 4:20 with Jonathan Knight. Only on Iowa’s BEST Country KIX 101.1