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Tua Tagovailoa Shoots Shot With Celeb Crush Shania Twain, Country Star Responds!

TMZ | June 22, 2020

Dolphins top draft pick Tua Tagovailoa is quickly learning the perks of being an NFL superstar -- 'cause the QB just got noticed by his celebrity crush, Shania Twain!!!

The rookie was doing a rapid-fire Q&A with the team when he was asked a bunch of questions ... and Tua made sure to mention he LOVES Shania's music, calling it his "guilty pleasure."

But, the 22-year-old's obsession goes far beyond Twain's hits -- he revealed the country singer is his celebrity crush ... and even asked for a personal shoutout.

"Shania, if you watch this ... from this moment on, please message me back!!" Tua said

Thanks to the powers of social media, 54-year-old Twain caught wind of Tua's big crush ... and hit him back with a flirty tweet!!

"Guilty pleasure?! You should be proud of your good taste @Tua" ... while adding a kiss emoji. 

A KISS EMOJI!!!

Tua -- who has proven what he can do under pressure -- hit Shania back with the perfect response by referencing one of her songs ... saying, "'You’re still the one' @ShaniaTwain." 

We ship Tua and Shania ... or should we say, "Shua?"

https://www.tmz.com/2020/06/22/tua-tagovailoa-miami-dolphins-shoots-shot-shania-twain-response/

Great Outfits in Fashion History: Shania Twain, Queen of Leopard Print

This look was the perfect blend of '90s-chic and country.

By Dhani Mau | Fasionista | June 25, 2020

Shania Twain at the 1999 Academy of Country Music Awards

There was nothing that late-'90s Dhani loved more than Shania Twain, and there was nothing late-'90s Shania Twain loved more than leopard print. I suppose I can't say the latter with absolute certainty, but I do think she broke the world record for most leopard print worn at one time when she filmed the 1998 video for "That Don't Impress me Much," featuring a floor-length, hooded robe, long gloves, a crop top, pants, boots and a circular suitcase in the animal-inspired pattern. And that was certainly not the first or the last time she sported leopard.

The Canadian singer echoed that iconic video look at the 1999 Academy of Country Music Awards. The comparatively toned-down outfit features only one leopard-print piece, albeit another floor-length, long-sleeve velvet duster, layered over what appears to be a black velvet strapless dress. Style with a bolo tie-choker hybrid and subtly teased hair, this look is the perfect blend of '90s-chic and country. It makes a statement without being gaudy, and it's just classic Shania.

If you're suddenly feeling inspired to incorporate a little more leopard into your wardrobe, check out the gallery below.

https://fashionista.com/2020/06/shania-twain-1999-country-music-awards-leopard-print

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Kane Brown Would Love To Collaborate With Shania Twain

ET Canada | September 2, 2020

ET Canada's Carlos Bustamante caught up with country music superstar Kane Brown to chat about his star-studded EP, 'Mixtape Volume 1'. Plus, he shared that his dream collaboration is with the legendary Shania Twain.

https://etcanada.com/video/1f4b00e8-ed5a-11ea-b84c-0242ac110003/kane-brown-would-love-to-collaborate-with-shania-twain/

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Replying to @ETCanada @kanebrown and @thisiscarlosb

Let’s do it! @kanebrown 😘

https://twitter.com/ShaniaTwain/status/1301539631503114242

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RADIO.COM's Back To Back: Miranda Lambert, Shania Twain, and Tenille Arts

Spotlighting the Women of Country Music, Back to Back

By Katie Neal | October 13, 2020

 

Every Tuesday at 1:30PM, Katie Neal will spotlight up-and-comers and forever favorites from the women of Country music, back to back on your favorite RADIO.COM Country station.

Tune in each week as we feature music new and old from the pillars and rising stars of the genre.

Featured on Back To Back with Katie Neal this Week:

Miranda Lambert – Settlin’ Down

Shania Twain - Any Man of Mine

Tenille Arts - Somebody Like That

https://www.radio.com/music/country/back-to-back-miranda-lambert-shania-twain-tenille-arts

15 of the most iconic female country stars of all time, from Dolly Parton to Kacey Musgraves

By Frank Olito | Yahoo News | January 16, 2021

• Despite being a male-dominated genre, country music has seen plenty of female superstars.

• Musicians like Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, and Loretta Lynn all paved the way for future female singers.

• Shania Twain, Miranda Lambert, and Faith Hill have found mainstream success as country music stars.

Although country music is diversifying, the genre has long been considered a boys' club. Even so, female singers have broken through to climb the charts and to challenge the male-dominated genre.

As they made a name for themselves, icons like Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, and Loretta Lynn all paved the way for future female country music stars.

From the 1930s to today, here are the most iconic female country music stars of all time.

Shania Twain produced one of the best-selling country albums of all time.

When Shania Twain's parents died in a car accident in 1987, Twain took a job singing at a resort in Ontario, Canada, to support her younger siblings. At the same time, she continued to work on her original music until she was signed to her first record deal. She released her first album in 1993, which performed poorly. Her second album, "The Woman in Me," climbed the country charts with songs like "Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?" and "Any Man of Mine." At the time, she received four Grammy nominations and won one for the Best Country Album.

Twain's biggest success was her third album, "Come on Over," which was released in 1997. The album stayed at the top of the country charts for 50 weeks and became the top-selling country album in history.

Throughout her career, Twain has had seven No. 1 hits and has received five Grammy awards.

https://news.yahoo.com/15-most-iconic-female-country-115710271.html

Phil Collins' Ex Selling Item Purportedly Signed By Shania Twain

By John R. Kennedy | iHeartRadio Canada | March 3, 2021

The ex-wife of Phil Collins is auctioning a pair of portable speakers with cases purportedly autographed by Collins and Canadian superstar Shania Twain.

The white Pinel et Pinel cases and Yamaha Portable Player Docks are among the items Orianne Cevey is selling in an online auction on Wednesday.

Described as in “good used condition,” one of the cases has several “Shania” scribbles on the left side and “Twain” scribbles on the right side with a smiley-face heart in the middle. 

No information is provided about when Twain supposedly personalized the case. (The description of the auction lot misspells Twain's first name as "Shanaia.")

The signatures are slightly different than a sample of Twain’s autograph at PSA Authentication & Grading Services.

The second case in the lot is purportedly signed by Collins, who also drew a cartoon drummer. The year “2010” appears.

Auction company Kodner estimates the two items will fetch between $200 and $500 U.S.

(According to Yamaha, the PDX-30 was discontinued. Various sellers online are offering the docks for between $50 and $65 CAD.) 

Last month, Cevey auctioned a collection of personal items, including Gold certifications presented to Collins by the Canadian Recording Industry Association and WEA Music of Canada in the early ‘80s.

Cevey and Collins were married from 1999 to 2006 but reunited a decade later. They split up last August when Collins learned she married another man. Collins and Cevey have been embroiled in a nasty legal battle ever since. 

Last year, Collins went to court to evict Cevey and her husband from his Miami Beach mansion, which was once home to Jennifer Lopez. Collins recently sold the property for a reported $40 million U.S.

https://www.iheartradio.ca/purecountry/sudbury/phil-collins-ex-selling-item-purportedly-signed-by-shania-twain-1.14693574

Lady A Deliver Strong Message Of Female Independence On ‘Like A Lady’

The song is a preview of what will be the country trio’s first album under the name Lady A.

By Paul Sexton | uDiscover Music | March 12, 2021

Lady A have today (12) shared their new single for Big Machine Label Group, “Like A Lady.” It arrives, appropriately, in the week of International Women’s Day 2021 and during Women’s History Month.

The feelgood message of female independence is a preview of what will be the country trio’s first album under the name Lady A. It’s the culmination of a full year of songwriting and will be the follow-to to Ocean, which hit No.2 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart following its release in November 2019.

Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott, and Dave Haywood announced the new song in a social media post last week, along with a short audio preview. Scott co-wrote it with Dave Barnes, Michelle Buzz, Martin Johnson, and Brandon Paddock, and it was produced by Dann Huff. Hillary leads the band with vocal abandon, celebrating those “who’ve spent the last year learning to live it up in loungewear.”

“I feel my most confident when I’m not trying too hard,” says Scott. “I love getting glammed up and all the fancy clothes, but when I feel the most ‘me,’ it’s a lot more laid back – and I think that’s a lot of us. You are your most authentic self in blue jeans with a tequila drink, ya know?

“As we were writing it, I was like ‘It’s always been my dream to do a song that combines the things I love about Dolly Parton’s ‘9 to 5’ and Shania Twain’s ‘Man! I Feel Like a Woman!’ – two of the most strong, powerful female songs ever,” she goes on. “So it was like ‘How can we do our version of that?’”

“It’s incredible that Charles and Dave, in all their masculinity, are willing to sing right alongside me on this song,” Scott goes on. “I think that is another powerful statement. It’s super important for strong, great men to stand beside women and propel them forward. I hope it makes fans feel confident too, it brings them joy and just gets people excited about seeing live music again.”

Notes Haywood: “We were some of the biggest champions for ‘Like A Lady’ and we’re honored to stand alongside Hillary. We’ve had a front row seat to her strength over the years and we love linking arms with her on this song.” Adds Kelley: “This song has such a great feel to it,” Charles Kelley adds. “One of the coolest parts of being in a co-ed band is being able to share those different perspectives, so that’s just part of what we get to do.”

Scott is featured as one of 31 groundbreaking women in the Dress For Success campaign Your Hour, Her Power. It highlights the role of female leaders in diverse industries as part of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day.

The campaign is launching in partnership with O, The Oprah Magazine, inspired by the belief that when a woman has access to opportunities that can change her life for the better, she becomes powerful beyond measure. Individuals are encouraged to donate the equivalent of one hour of pay to help women gain access to Dress for Success’ programs, services, and tools.

https://www.udiscovermusic.com/news/lady-a-release-like-a-lady-single/

RADIO.COM's Leading Ladies Limelight: Danielle Bradbery

By Joe Cingrana | Radio.com | March 26, 2021

Throughout the month of March, RADIO.COM will be celebrating the Leading Ladies of Country music with special interviews and performances from some of the biggest female names in the genre -- all culminating with a virtual end-of-month concert event.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we're celebrating the power of Women in Country by honoring iconic heritage female artists, showcasing the genre's rising stars, and spotlighting today’s hit female artists. Today RADIO.COM welcomes Danielle Bradbery! Don't miss her full interview and performance of "Never Have I Ever" above.

Danielle joins RADIO.COM's Rob + Holly as one of the women at the forefront of our celebrations this month and she's dressed for the part -- looking as if she's about to take over a few companies, according to Holly! Regarding the Leading Ladies who have made a difference in her life, Danielle says she can name more than one, but the female who comes to mind first is "powerhouse woman" Carrie Underwood. But, "it flip-flops," she admits. "Right now, I'm super into Shania Twain and just how she was -- and still is. She's still killing it. But back then, she paved her own way and I feel paving your own way is such a big topic right now, especially for women."

"I have so much respect for her... and I feel like I'm not the only one. She's Shania Twain," Danielle laughs. "Lately, she's been a name and a woman that's been a little brighter with my music, paving my path, and all of that... it's been such an inspiration to look up her stuff."

Speaking from experience, Danielle offers up some advice for singers looking to make it in the industry: "Be truly, and stand for truly who you are as a person. Because I started this so young... even now I'm like, 'who am I, really?' You're still developing, and I feel like we never stop, no matter what age you are. You're still growing and you learn things every single day."

"In the beginning, I didn't really know who Danielle Bradbery was, I'm still finding that out," she adds. "But staying true to who you are is so important. There are bigger voices that'll try to lead you astray and to somebody that you don't like. So stay true to who you are... run with it and have fun."

Watch Rob + Holly's full interview with Danielle Bradbery above and follow along as we spotlight the Leading Ladies of Country across your favorite RADIO.COM Country stations throughout the entire month of March!

https://www.radio.com/music/country/radio-coms-leading-ladies-limelight-danielle-bradbery

Rooted in Country: Callie Twisselman on Shania Twain's 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman'

By Bobbie Jean Sawyer | Wide Open Country | July 10, 2021

Growing up on a seventh-generation cattle ranch in California, Callie Twisselman certainly lived the life depected in many country songs. She got up before dawn to feed cattle, clean out stalls and practice calf roping and riding horses to compete in local rodeos.

But Twisselman says it was Shania Twain's bold and stylistic "Man! I Feel Like a Woman" that sent a lasting message to the heart of a rancher's daughter: Country music was her path and she was going to do it her own way.

"My favorite country song that helped shape and inspire me at an early age was Shania Twain's 'Man, I Feel Like A Woman.' I remember watching the music video and being so amazed by the artistry and fashion sense Shania brought to her music," Twisselman tells Wide Open Country. "I think I grew a love for fashion because I lived in the middle of nowhere on my family's ranch and never really got to dress up much. So seeing her combine that with her music was a dream to me."

Twisselman just released her new EP Closure, featuring the breezy love song "Two Hands."

For more information on Callie Twisselman, visit her official website.

https://www.wideopencountry.com/rooted-in-country-callie-twisselman/

Christian Lee Hutson, Julia Jacklin’s Shania Twain Cover Does Impress Me Much

Hutson teams up with the Australian singer-songwriter in his latest volume of The Version Suicides

By Angie Martoccio | Rolling Stone | August 6, 2021

It's impossible to forget Shania Twain’s video for “You’re Still the One,” where she strolls down the beach in a hazy blue light under a full moon (don’t confuse it with “Forever and for Always” — that’s a different beach vibe). The song is one of the many, many singles from 1997’s Come On Over, her biggest album that now hits millennials with pangs of nostalgia. Case in point: Christian Lee Hutson just dropped a cover of “You’re Still the One” with Julia Jacklin, and it’s excellent.

The track is off the third volume of Hutson’s The Version Suicides. Despite the fact that he recently covered Taylor Swift’s “Betty,” most of his renditions are significantly older — there’s his take on Bruce Springsteen’s “I’m Going Down,” the Cure’s “Just Like Heaven,” and ABBA’s “Dancing Queen.” And then there’s gems that hit the nostalgic sweet spot, like Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles” and the La’s “There She Goes.” Make no mistakes: “You’re Still the One” falls into the latter category.

Danielle Bradbery Inspired By Shania Twain + TikTok

By Lauryn Snapp | 94.9 The Bull - Atlanta's #1 For New Country | August 25, 2021

Country star Danielle Bradbery has served up an anthem for every scorned woman out there.

Her latest release, "Stop Draggin' Your Boots," tells the story of a woman who is tired of the runaround and is ready for a decision to be made - go all-in or get out. 

In a recent interview with Cody Alan, Danielle shared how Shania Twain and TikTok inspired her sassy and straightforward new video.

"It reminded me of 90s country, Shania Twain," says the "Potential" singer. "It gave me that energy immediately, which obviously drew me in so much."

"One of the outfits was like a black one-piece with the hat. It was very much Shania," says Danielle. "We just went full send on the music video, did a whole dance, did the whole thing. We had so much fun with it."

Danielle continued to share that she hopes that fans will pick up on the dance and share their moves on TikTok.

"It's an actual dance. It's a little difficult. I know there are a lot of dancers out there, and if you try, I do not judge," laughs the singer. "It's so much fun!"

"I am trying to get used to TikTok myself," reveals Danielle as she admits that. "I do better at scrolling than I do posting."

Watch Danielle bring her bold dance moves and thigh-high boots to center screen by clicking the link below.

 

https://949thebull.iheart.com/featured/cmt-cody-alan/content/2021-08-25-danielle-bradbery-inspired-by-shania-twain-tiktok/

Anthrax's Charlie Benante - Blast Beat Innovator!

Blast Beat Innovator, Charlie Benante, discusses the origins of the blast beat, his recent solo album 'Silver Linings', Anthrax's Graphic Novel, having lunch with Mutt Lange & Shania Twain and much more. (2021 interview)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kb5fVCK8m9I

***Charlie talks about Mutt & Shania starting at the 27:30 mark.

From @ShaniaCharts:

Adele via Instagram Stories: "Shania Twain is an amazing woman. I spent my childhood following her numerous hits and having her as one of my main influences for who I am today."

https://twitter.com/ShaniaCharts/status/1446913704273092610

WATCH: Carly Pearce Channels Shania Twain with Sassy ‘Any Man Of Mine’ Cover

By Lauren Jo Black | Country Now | January 1, 2022

CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Carly Pearce covered one of her musical heroes on New Year’s Eve when she performed Shania Twain’s “Any Man Of Mine” during New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash on Friday (Dec. 31). 

Pearce took the stage at Nashville’s Skydeck at Assembly Food Hall on New Year’s Eve to perform her second single, “Hide The Wine.”

Sporting a sequin snakeskin mini dress and black booties, Pearce delivered all the sass as she went on to cover the Shania Twain classic.  

“Where my ladies at tonight,” Pearce asked the sold-out crowd. “Yall, Shania Twain, I grew up on her. She taught me that all you men out there need to know what a woman wants.”

“Any Man Of Mine” was co-written by Twain and her former husband/collaborator, Robert John “Mutt” Lange. It was released in 1995 and soon became her first chart-topping hit.

Pearce previously opened up about Twain and the influence she had on her during an interview with Rolling Stone. 

“I loved Shania [Twain] because I felt like she was such a writer, but also such an artist. I loved seeing who played on the records. I loved seeing all those things,” she shared. 

The inaugural New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash also featured performances from Fisk Jubilee Singers, Lady A, Ingrid Andress, BRELAND, King Calaway, Riley Green, Chris Janson, Jon Pardi, Lainey Wilson, Jason Aldean, Jimmie Allen, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Dierks Bentley, Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Cole Swindell and more.

Sam Hunt, Elle King and Zac Brown Band were also set to perform during the concert event, however they dropped off the lineup the day before. 

The five-hour celebration also included once-in-a-lifetime collaborations, performances of chart-topping hits and covers of some of the most iconic songs in country music.

Co-hosted by Radio and TV personality Bobby Bones and Entertainment Tonight‘s Rachel Smith, the star-studded New Year’s Eve special aired live from Nashville, Tennessee, on Friday, December 31 (8:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT, 11:30 PM-1:30 AM, ET/PT), on CBS Television Network. 

The show was also available to stream live and on demand on Paramount+.

https://countrynow.com/watch-carly-pearce-channels-shania-twain-with-sassy-any-man-of-mine-cover/

Shania's song "You're Still The One" will be in a Super Bowl LVI commercial for Lay's potato chips starring Seth Rogen and Paul Rudd. They sing a line during a 1997 road trip memory.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KjatG0hqwE

Shania's song "You're Still The One" is featured in a special Valentine's Day trailer for a screening of the movie "Dog" starring Channing Tatum. The movie will be in theaters everywhere February 18.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKSnxW9T5iA

Full trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4tAtp-TyzQ

CB News article: "RENAULT INVITES NOT TO USE YOUR CAR" (March 7 by Ségolène Montcel)

In his latest film, imagined with his agency Publicis Conseil, Renault stages protagonists who give up using Renault Captur E-Tech hybrid, preferring to cycle or walk. The film anticipates the new LOM law (mobility orientation law) aimed at reducing the use of the car for daily journeys. We can read in the press release that "in a context of climate crisis, where the transformation of our lifestyles is inevitable, Renault is once again positioning itself on the side of life and societal progress with this new story". Publicis Conseil collaborated with Natanael Ericsson to produce this film. The cover of Shania Twain's song “you're still the one” by Okay Kaya, orchestrated by Start-Rec accompanies the film by emphasizing that Renault Captur E-Tech hybrid remains present when we need it, "but it It's still good not to use it all the time".

https://www.cbnews.fr/marques/image-renault-invite-savoir-ne-pas-utiliser-sa-voiture-67637 (article in French)

There’s a girl on TikTok that mashed up Shania’s “Man! I Feel Like A Woman!” with a Megan The Stallion song. It went viral enough for her to upload the entire mash up on YouTube and SoundCloud.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pR7EQPFYTjc

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The original TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@malibubabie/video/7076601820583447850

Best Quotes From Shania Twain

By Paige Brandon | COWGIRL Magazine | April 11, 2022

Selling over 100 million records, Shania Twain has certainly earned her title, “Queen of Country Pop!”

From writing music to living life, Twain has a few words to share with us!

• “It’s important to give it all you have while you have the chance.” 
• “I’m neither embarrassed of who I am, where I come from, what I’ve experienced, I’m not ashamed of it.”
• “If my clothing does stand out, then I guess it’s a compliment, but I just wear whatever feels comfortable.”
• “Later in my life, I’m going to look back and smile and be very fulfilled. I know that if I don’t give it my all right now I’ll regret it later. That’s very important to me, because I’ve worked all my life to have this.”
• “All I ever intended was to make a living at what I do. Everything I’ve achieved since then is above and beyond.”
• “Country music is still your grandpa’s music, but it’s also your daughter’s music. It’s getting bigger and better all the time and I’m glad to be a part of it.”
• “I find that the very things that I get criticized for, which is usually being different and just doing my own thing and just being original, is the very thing that’s making me successful.”
• “Without a doubt, the best way to get to know me is through my music.”

https://cowgirlmagazine.com/best-quotes-from-shania-twain/

She's going to shoot SUPERFAN in Los Angeles too.

Grand Ole Opry announces ‘Opry Loves the 90s’

By Buddy Iahn | The Music Universe | April 21, 2022

The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate ‘90s country music with a limited time “Opry Loves The ‘90s” experience, including a new interactive tour exhibition, special in-show Opry programming, ‘90s-themed Opry Plaza Parties and surprise artist collaborations honoring one of the most celebrated decades in country music. The “Opry Loves The ’90s” celebration kicks off on May 16th and runs through December 31st.

“For nearly a century, the Opry has been dedicated to honoring country music’s rich history and dynamic presence. With ‘Opry Loves The ‘90s,’ we’re excited to celebrate a formative decade that made an impact on country music that will be felt forever thanks to the influence of artists known now by just one name: Garth, Trisha, Vince, Reba and Shania, among many more. For me, the country music of the ‘90s made me want to move to Nashville and be a part of what happens in this great music community,” shares Dan Rogers, Grand Ole Opry Vice President/Executive Producer. “Country music fans of all ages seem to have their own ‘90s country stories, and just as the Opry did during that decade, we aim to help them celebrate those stories, create new ones and experience some of the songs that made many of us huge fans 30 years ago.”

“Opry Loves The ‘90s” begins with a new tour exhibit celebrating the artists, songs and songwriters that defined the music in the 1990s. Featured displays include iconic stage wear and artifacts representing career milestone moments and performances from Opry members Clint Black, Garth Brooks, Terri Clark, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Lorrie Morgan, Marty Stuart, Travis Tritt, Trisha Yearwood and more. The exhibit will also include interactive experiences including photo opportunities and a digital gaming console for fans who want to try their hand at answering ‘90s country music trivia and identify some of the most famous musical “riffs” of iconic ‘90s country songs.

The Opry, which showcases the past, present and future of country music in every show, will also include special nods to ‘90s country during each Opry show, including featured performances from some of the artists who rose to fame in the ‘90s, artists who were influenced by the music from the ‘90s and video highlights from the Opry archives.

Beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Opry will host free public ‘90s Country Plaza Parties that will run each Friday and Saturday through Labor Day weekend and again on Fridays and Saturdays in October to celebrate the 97th Opry anniversary. 

“Opry Loves The ‘90s” celebration continues across other Opry Entertainment Group properties including WSM Radio, Circle Network and Opry.com, as well as across the Opry’s social channels.

https://themusicuniverse.com/grand-ole-opry-announces-opry-loves-90s/

Ava Max : "Shania Twain was like... INSANE !"

During the interview with Christina Kay for Walk 97.5 radio, Ava Max was asked who she would invite to Coachella. Shania Twain was brought up.

Journalist: "Okay so Harry Styles recently brought out Shania Twain at Coachella (Ava Max's reaction: smiling, hand on heart), so I was thinking, I know a moment I never knew I needed. Let's say you're performing at Coachella. You can bring out anybody on stage with you, who are you bringing out?"

Ava Max: "Um anyone... He tooks a good good one! Shania Twain was like... insane! ..." She then said that she would otherwise choose Mariah Carey or Celine Dion.

Watch from 4:10 to 4:52 

Exclusive Premiere: Watch Danielle Ryan’s New Video for Her Cover of Shania Twain’s “Don’t Be Stupid”

Aesthetic Magazine | May 12, 2022

Emerging Canadian country music singer-songwriter Danielle Ryan has released the third video for her new video project entitled “Country Songs That Raised Me”.

The “Country Songs That Raised Me” project features videos of live performance covers of seven classic country songs. The project will follow a week after the release of Danielle’s debut EP Middle of the Madness on April 22nd. The third video is out tomorrow followed by the other five videos each released one week apart.

The third video is a cover of the classic Shania Twain song “Don’t Be Stupid”, which you can watch exclusively via Aesthetic Magazine below.

“In our household Shania Twain was it. I have great memories dancing around the living room with my brother and sisters to the “Up!” album,” said Ryan. “I remember when I used to take the bus home from school and I would listen to Shania’s albums on repeat on my iPod. She is someone that I can listen to all the time and it never gets old. “Don’t Be Stupid” has always been a favourite. The sassy writing and the melodies slap. The violin in this song is what got me truly hooked.”

Ryan’s highly anticipated EP touches on the phases of falling in love, coming to terms with heartbreak, and being fully present in each moment. Danielle wrote every song on the 7-track EP, only taking help with arrangements and production from producer Brian Howes (Nickelback, Simple Plan) and a few other trusted collaborators – the longest-standing and most trusted of whom is in fact her brother, Brandon Severinski.

In addition to gearing up to release her EP, Danielle was also just announced as a SiriusXM Top of The Country semi-finalist. Ryan, along with seven other artists, will be heading to a studio session in Vancouver to audition to be one of three finalists and receive travel grants to create professionally recorded and mixed video and audio files of their performance. Then it’s over to the fans to vote who will be the top three finalists in the running for a mentorship opportunity of a lifetime.

For over a decade, Ryan has been hard at work honing her writing and performance skills behind the curtain. Born and raised on her great grandfather’s dairy farm in rural British Columbia, she grew up with a sharp awareness of the mechanics of modern pop thanks to some of the artists who helped shape her sound.

Clearly, great things can come when you combine a rancher’s work ethic with an artist’s insatiable creative calling. Through just its handful of songs, Middle of the Madness solidifies Danielle Ryan’s impressive sonic foundation – one she’ll be building on for years to come.

https://aestheticmagazinetoronto.com/2022/05/12/exclusive-premiere-watch-danielle-ryans-new-video-for-her-cover-of-shania-twains-dont-be-stupid/

Rina is awesome. Apparently her upcoming album is inspired in part by Shania. You can definitely hear it on “This Hell”, not only sonically but just the fun nature of the lyrics.

The fact that young country stars like Kelsea Ballerini and young dance/pop stars like Rina Sawayama give her credit for her influence is just more evidence Shania is a singular artist. The queen of country pop title has always been well deserved.