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Lonestar, 'Life as We Know It' – Exclusive Album Stream

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 16:00:14 +0000

Lonestar's new 'Life as We Know it' album is available as of June 4, and the band is giving Taste of Country readers a chance to hear the whole thing with an exclusive stream. 'Life as We Know It' is the first album with original lead singer Richie McDonald since 'Mountains' from 2006.

Lonestar and Richie McDonald Reunite and Release New Album and Video

Shay Hill — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:25:05 +0000

In 1992 a band called Lonestar hit the country music scene and sold over 10 million albums, scored 18 Top 10 hits and had 9 #1 hits. They are probably best known for a hit that crossed over to the pop side of things as well, "Amazed". Richie McDonald, Michael Britt, Keech Rainwater, and Dean Sams (and John Rich for a time) made up the band until about 4 years ago when lead singer McDonald took a hiatus. The great news today is that McDonald is back and the band will be releasing a new album this summer.

Paul Jolley Brings Lonestar's 'Amazed' to the 'American Idol' Stage

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 01:56:36 +0000

Rising country singer Paul Jolley sang the Lonestar mega-hit 'Amazed' on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (March 13), earning an overall positive reaction from the judges by following their advice and laying back on his tendency to over-perform.

Lonestar Reunites to Celebrate 20 Years and Releases New Song 'Maybe Someday' [VIDEO]

Rudy Fernandez — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 07:24:49 +0000

Has it been 20 years since we first heard those tight vocals from a then, new group that boasted they were from Texas? Lonestar, which is made up of Richie McDonald on lead vocals and piano, Michael Britt on lead guitar and background vocals, Keech Rainwater on drums and back-up vocals and Dean Sams handling keyboards, acoustic guitar and background vocals as well. As a 20 year anniversary celebration, Lonestar is marking it by touring, recording a new album and reuniting with lead vocalist Richie McDonald (who has been out trying to make it solo). The reunited band Lonestar, has just released their newest song called 'Maybe Someday.' Give it a listen and tell me what you think.

Tate Stevens Gives Thanks With Lonestar's 'I'm Already There' on 'X Factor'

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 02:11:26 +0000

On Wednesday's (Nov. 21) episode of 'X Factor,' each performer was asked to give thanks with their performance and to perform a song for someone they are thankful. Country crooner Tate Stevens -- who is a fan favorite and lands atop the leaderboard with regularity -- gave thanks to his father, since his pop is the one who made him who he is. He turned in an emotional and twangy rendition of Lonestar's ballad 'I'm Already There.'

Lonestar Raise $50K for Breast Cancer Research With Women-Only Pajama Party

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 17:00:53 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and a pink spotlight is shining on this cause by multiple arms of the entertainment industry. Country quartet Lonestar are doing their part to raise funds and awareness. The band are helping to corral $50,000 for benefit breast cancer research by doing what they do best -- perform.

Lonestar Reunite With Richie McDonald for New Album, 2012 Tour

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:56:04 +0000

Good news for Lonestar fans. Next year, the band’s original lead singer, Richie McDonald, will return to the group — best know for hits ‘Amazed’ and ‘I’m Already There’ — to mark 20 years of making music together. In addition to a tour to commemorate their anniversary, Lonestar will also release a brand-new album with vocals by McDonald.