Brandon Lewis
December 23, 2025
Wednesday 24th December 2025
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Jameson Rodgers hit ‘Cold Beer Calling My Name’ continues to do well and climbing the charts…How did this song come about? “We wrote this song actually two or three years ago. It took us like three sessions to finish it. We just wanted to write a little fun, upbeat kind of song and here we are two or three years later and it’s my single at radio.” Sometime if you wanna get it right…it takes time…
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Tim McGraw talked to Esquire magazine about getting sober in 2008, and he credits his wife Faith Hill for helping him commit to that decision. Saying”When your wife tells you it’s gone too far, that’s a big wake-up call. so, now, he’s replaced drinking with exercise…He does his ‘meet and greets’ then he and the band go for a 4 or 5 mile run…then straight into the dressing room and then the stage. He says it’s all timed out.
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The Daily Mail says thieves recently stole Tom Cruise’s luggage. They took his bodyguard’s $150,000 BMW from outside of his hotel. A source tells the newspaper, “Tom had been driven around in the car while in Birmingham and some of his luggage and belongings were inside it when it was taken. How does a BODYGAURD afford a $150,000 BMW!!!
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Blabbermouth says Kid Rock has canceled his weekend concert in Fort Worth, Texas because most of his band has tested positive for the Coronavirus. Most of the band was vaccinated and The Wrap says the season premiere of “The Connors” is going to be a live episode. It will air on September 22nd.
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Mike Tyson says he’s open to a rematch with Jake Paul after Jake’s recent loss to Anthony Joshua. Tyson claims this time he’s cracked the code on training, saying he went too hard before and “left most of the fight in the gym.” RadarOnline says Mike thinks a smarter camp would change everything. Which is wild, because the man is still Mike Tyson. If this happens, somebody hide the ear protection… literally.
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Taylor Swift reportedly used to be hesitant about dating athletes until Travis Kelce showed up. A source says her mom encouraged her to give Travis a chance, and now Taylor’s outlook has completely changed. Not only that, insiders claim the relationship has boosted the Chiefs’ global presence. Turns out the tight end also unlocked international brand expansion.
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Lainey Wilson told CMT she stays grounded by remembering where she came from. She said it’s about planting your feet, knowing who you are, standing up for what you believe in, and keeping your people close. Which explains why she can win everything, host award shows, and still sound like the most normal human in Nashville.
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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban are reportedly still neighbors in Nashville as they focus on co-parenting their daughters. Nicole stays in the family home, Keith lives nearby, and they’re even spotted shopping at the same stores…just separately. A source says their dedication to the kids is unwavering. Awkward? Maybe.
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Thanks for a great 2025!! I'll be back in 2026
Jacob Marley is the name of the of Ebenezer Scrooges's deceased business partner and the first of four ghosts that appear in "A Christmas Carol"
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Sad news from the NASCAR world. Greg Biffle, one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers, has died at age 55 in a plane crash in North Carolina. Authorities say seven people were killed, including Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children. Beyond his racing success, Biffle was widely praised for his humanitarian work, especially helping communities after Hurricane Helene. The racing world is mourning a champion on and off the track.
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Tom Cruise is allegedly on a long, carefully planned mission to become Sir Tom Cruise. A source says this has been years in the making hosting events, shaking hands, embedding himself deep in the British film world. Apparently he knows exactly how the system works and he’s been playing the long game. At this point, don’t be shocked if the next Mission: Impossible ends with him bowing politely and accepting a sword tap on each shoulder.
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Miranda Lambert is developing a new TV series for Hulu inspired by her music and real-life friendships. The show centers on a messy female friendship, an escape from an abusive marriage, and a fresh start in a small Texas town that turns out to be full of secrets. So basically heartbreak, healing, strong women, and Texas drama which is already Miranda’s brand. Country music meets prestige TV.
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Jon Pardi says Christmas music is what keeps his household sane. He’s got two little girls with very big emotions, so songs like Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph are on constant rotation. Forget parenting books the real hack is letting a cartoon reindeer handle crowd control..
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