Buddy Jewell was crowned the winner of Season 1 of Nashville Star in 2003, beating out Miranda Lambert in the process. His debut single, "Help Pour Out the Rain (Lacey's Song)," and "Sweet Southern Comfort," from his self-titled debut album, both landed in the Top 5. Now, the Arkansas native has signed a new record deal and is planning an album of classic country songs.
Buddy Jewell became a household name in 2003, as the winner of the first season of 'Nashville Star,' a singing competition that ran for five years on the USA Network.
Bo Bice is ringing in 2011 with a special holiday performance thousands of miles away. The singer will travel to Cuba as part of Armed Forces Entertainment to play at the oldest overseas U.S. military base -- Guantanamo Bay. In spite of the tour meaning he will have to be away from his wife, Caroline, and their three young sons, Bo says he's honored to play for the troops...
They sing, they write, they entertain! But outside the spotlight, what hidden talents do country stars have? The Boot sat down with a few of your favorites to find out.
Heidi Newfield: This is going to sound kind of cocky, but I've been told that I'm a pretty good kisser...