I'm a traditional country singer and we're always trying to make that a fresh and modern sound. That's always going to be the challenge with me.

I love Halloween, trick or treating and decorating the house. And I love Thanksgiving, because of the football and the fall weather. And of course, I love Christmas - that's my favorite of all!

That's what we need nowadays, is more children that have goals other than being a sports figure or some kind of celebrity. I think it's great that a kid wants to learn more and wants to be at the peak of learning, especially at that young.

My first record deal was an independent record deal back in 1995 or early 1996.

I am a sports fanatic and being able to perform at halftime for the fans of the Steelers and the Jets is such a thrill for me.

The risks are 'How country can you go?' rather than 'How rock can you take it?'

Sometimes you have to listen to other people, and see what the audiences want. That's what entertaining is about.