I'm not a Democrat, I'm not a Republican-I'm an American, I'm a human.

It's a great feeling to be recognized by your peers. It's an even better feeling to be welcomed and accepted by country radio and its listeners. If desire is any part of this equation, then I'm a contender!

In the first decade of my life, I came to know and love God, as I was raised in a Christian home and community.

I came along at a time when the industry was eating its young.

I'm not a Democrat, I'm not a Republican-I'm an American, I'm a human.

I grew up in a very modest house. We were poor-we lived on the poverty level. We all got jobs as young kids.

I wish I had a great relationship with my mother.