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All I’m saying is that he’d kill it in a comedy… Out of all of the trends ongoing in country music lately, one of the most fascinating has to be the rise in artists who are venturing their way into the world of acting. Of course, it’s not like this is anything particularly new, with Dolly Parton, Tim McGraw, Reba, Kris Kristofferson and more building successful careers outside of music over the decades. Recently, thanks to the rise of country music, some of today’s biggest stars have begun getting cast in a wide array of different projects. Famously, Lainey Wilson got a major career boost when she appeared across multiple episodes on season five of Taylor Sheridan’s hit show, Yellowstone, in a full-fledged acting role. Following in her footsteps, recently, Riley Green made his acting debut on Marshals back in April, appearing in four episodes. With Wilson and Green appearing in multiple Sheridan shows, other acts like Carter Faith getting cast in the upcoming Netflix film, Heartland, and Ella Langley expressing interest in starring in a horror film in the near future, it seems like country artists venturing into acting is becoming a new trend as of late. It might just be me, but out of all of today’s stars, Zach Top feels like he could effortlessly transition into acting. Of course, it’s hard to truly dislike him. Beyond his killer guitar skills, smooth vocals and aforementioned ’90s sound, he’s also simply charismatic as all hell, effortlessly delivering hilarious moments like when he accepted his Best New Artist Award at the CMAs with a Coors Banquet in his hand or when he went viral at the Folds of Honor celebrity softball game sporting a double beer helmet both years and last year. View this post on Instagram The “I Never Lie” singer touched on the topic of potentially venturing into the world of acting on a recent appearance on Kaite & Company. Though he’d note that he’s been offered a few scripts lately, he’d admit that he’s a bit hesitant. “I’ve read some scripts. I’m not saying never, but I don’t know. I’m bad at it.” With that being said, however, he wouldn’t rule it out completely. After referencing the aforementioned fact that both Wilson and Green experienced quite the boost after their appearances on Yellowstone and Marshals, Top said he would consider it. Of course, he’d have to make quick self-deprecating joke, saying he’s meant to be “listened to, not looked at.” “If it’s something that introduces my music to more people and helps sell more tickets, then I’ll always consider it. [I’m] not itching to get into the acting world. I’m made to be listened to, not looked at.” One thing Top would be interested in, however, is stand-up comedy, which feels like a bit of a no-brainer for him. Referencing his love for the likes of Theo Von, Bert Kreishcer and Tom Segura, he’d note that he’s always wanted to try his hand at it. “I love stand-up comedy. I’m a fan of a ton [of those guys]. Theo [Von’s] great, Bert [Kreischer]. I love Bert and Tom [Segura]. I’m a huge fan of what those guys do, and that would be fun. I’ve always wanted to be a funny guy, and I’m kind of hit-or-miss funny. But that’s such a daunting prospect — you just gotta stand up there with a microphone and talk and make people laugh.” If we can’t see him in an acting role any time soon, I think the world deserves a Zach Top x Theo Von collaboration at the very least. 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Chevrolet went with the perfect band to revive their “Heartbeat of America.” There’s a certain segment of the population that probably remembers the car manufacturer’s original run of “Heartbeat of America” advertisements. Popular in the 1980s and 1990s, Chevrolet set out to show that it’s the people all across the country that help to shape the United States… and implied that those people are often behind the wheels of Chevrolets. If you’ve never seen it, here’s a throwback advertisement for you: Man, remember when advertising was a real art form? It was a very patriotic ad campaign back in the day, and for America 250 – our country’s 250th birthday celebration – Chevrolet decided to bring it back. They just needed to find a band to help bring the jingle back to life, and GM News explains that they went with a little group out of Mobile, Alabama that you’ve probably heard of: “Chevrolet’s iconic ‘Heartbeat of America’ campaign has returned, and with it, a simple idea: America’s heartbeat is its people. Reintroduced in honor of the nation’s 250th anniversary, the campaign revives one of Chevrolet’s most recognizable themes from the Eighties and Nineties, this time with a modern sound from country rock band The Red Clay Strays.” What a smart selection by Chevrolet. They needed to choose a group to help them revive their decades-old anthem. What better choice than the Red Clay Strays, whose sound and aura could fit along the musical timeline at really any point? The band behind hits like “Wondering Why” and “Wanna Be Loved” feel like they align with the heartbeat of America already… Chevy just went and made it official. Steve Majoros, the Chief Marketing Officer of Global Chevrolet, explained why it felt right to bring back the iconic campaign in the modern day to GM News: “‘Heartbeat of America’ has always celebrated Chevrolet’s connection to the people and communities that shape this country. Chevy owners have always been the people who show up, the DIY-ers, the helpful neighbors – the true heartbeat in their communities. This campaign honors them.” So now, when you are flipping through the channels of your TV and think you hear the powerful vocals of Brandon Coleman, you probably are. The frontman of the Red Clay Strays and his band are now the official voice of Chevy’s Heartbeat of America… right in time for America to celebrate its 250th birthday. Here’s a look at the commercial (crazy to willingly watch a commercial… I know) in case you wanted to see how it all came together: The Red Clay Strays are the soundtrack to a global brand’s ad campaign? Good for them. And good for the rest of the world. Most have already stumbled upon the genius of The Red Clay Strays, but if they haven’t, this commercial could help give them a push in the right direction. Brandon Coleman and the rest of the band didn’t just record a snippet of the jingle… they recorded a full length “Heartbeat of America,” which is now available for your listening pleasure. “Heartbeat of America” by The Red Clay Strays The post The Red Clay Strays Collab With Chevrolet To Revive “Heartbeat Of America” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.