Underwood stirs country roots with pop crossover edge
Carrie Underwood discusses Play On shaping a broader sound blending country with pop elements. She cites Alan Jackson and Brooks & Dunn as early influences while noting producers like Mike Elizondo expand her textures. The star, engaged with Mike Fisher, signals love songs mark new territory without abandoning country core.
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Leno says he’d take Tonight Show return if NBC offered
Leno told Broadcasting & Cable that he would return to The Tonight Show if NBC asked, though he says the decision is not his to make. He praises Conan O’Brien’s handling after taking over and downplays Letterman scandal fears, calling his current 10 p.m. show a challenging but engaging job.
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Moral America
George Jones Says New Country Has No Original Identity
Country Hall of Famer George Jones, age 78, criticizes today’s top stars for taking from traditional country. He notes artists like Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift rely on established sounds and urges them to find their own title. He praises Alan Jackson and George Strait for continuing traditional country and hopes it returns.
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George Strait
Dear Abby letters praise displays of affection across families
Readers praise affectionate parental bonds and public displays of love between parents and children. The column discusses how boys and men should not hide emotions, cites personal stories from multiple readers, and explains the historical origin of the phrase Honi soit qui mal y pense.
Asking Amy on discipline and honesty in relationships
A 12 year old asks how to handle a friend who says hitting is normal in her family and recalls an IKEA incident. Amy says violence is not acceptable and discusses talking to the friend and parents, possibly a counselor, then advises telling an adult if needed.
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