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Turned his life around for the better. Jelly Roll recently celebrated his 41st birthday and is reflecting a little bit on all the changes that have occurred in his life. Jelly Roll has undergone a massive weight-loss transformation in front of the public’s eyes over the last two years. While Jelly Roll has opened up about his struggles with weight, he took action when he and his wife, Bunnie Xo, decided they wanted a child of their own. “My wife and I are talking about having a baby. And it really made me realize, at almost 40, I was like, that means I got to live to at least 60. I got to see this kid into college. And my plan was never to be 60. It was to be like, 55… I’d like to see my 60s. And that really lit it up.” While that was a significant driving force, Jelly Roll also admitted earlier this year that, when he was at his heaviest, weighing 500 pounds, he struggled with daily tasks, and his inability to perform them without getting short of breath was a major wake-up call. “A little bit over a year ago, I was, I literally struggled to walk down my hill to the mailbox. I mean, it was really bad. And I had let myself get to a point of just being absolutely disgusted with myself. I was just sick and tired of it, and I was like, man, I’m gonna figure this out. About the time I was trying to find something to motivate me, I had seen that Burt and Tom Segura had teased doing a 5k by May. And I knew right then if there was ever a place that I was gonna feel safe to try to do my first 5k, it was gonna be at the Two Bears 5k.” Jelly Roll then discussed his Facebook group, where he shares tips and tricks for getting into shape, as well as his own journey into running (with the word “run” used loosely). But in the video, Jelly also said how “embarrassed” he was to be “sucking snot and air every time I walked down the driveway,” but explained how much better he feels about a year out from some significant lifestyle changes: “I can’t even begin to describe to people how much better, how much more mentally focused I am, how clear-headed I am, more energetic I am, the happier I am with life in general now that I’m eating healthy exercising, cold plunging. It’s possible, y’all. It’s not overwhelming, it’s just dedicating a little time every day and a little more time than you did before the next day.” View this post on Instagram Fast forward to this summer, Jelly Roll hit a major milestone on his weight loss journey, sharing that he weighed under 300 pounds for the first time since middle school, walking into WWE SummerSlam: “I got fat like really, really young. I was over 300 pounds coming out of middle school. I am going to be under 300 lbs for the first time since middle school, the night I walk to that ring at SummerSlam.” Because of his dedication to his health, Jelly Roll has big goals of doing a shirtless magazine cover by 2027, but has shared that he will undergo surgery before then to remove all the excess skin he has. Because of his hard work, folks on his team and friends have begun joking that Jelly Roll’s new name should be Veggie Roll, since he doesn’t have much jelly on him these days. @officialjellyrollThey’re calling me Veggie Roll y’all ♬ Wheres Latrell White Chicks Dance meme serie – Nora Jelly Roll’s life has changed for the better since he began focusing on his health, and on his 41st birthday, he reflected on how much his life and lifestyle have changed over the last few years. In the video, Jelly Roll is kicking off 41 with a run, saying to his followers: “It’s my 41st birthday, y’all. And I’m not saying that because I want birthday presents. I’m saying that because I used to drink and do cocaine on my birthday. I used to do codeine and pills on my birthday. Now on my birthday, one of my best friends wakes me up and says, ‘Let’s go for a f***ing run, baby!’ Me and Cam Hanes getting these miles in this morning baby.  That’s what God can do for you in a couple of years, baby. That’s what God can do. You didn’t enjoy your birthday this year? You can change it by next birthday, baby. I promise you can.”  Jelly Roll added in the video’s caption: “Go get some today, y’all. Everything is possible through God.” Jelly Roll is a true rags-to-riches story, turning his life around from involvement in illegal activity to an upstanding citizen who uses his platform to encourage others to do the same. Jelly Roll’s transformation is truly inspiring and has motivated many others to lean into change, pushing themselves to become better individuals. 41 is off to a healthy start for Jelly Roll—happy belated birthday. View this post on Instagram The post Jelly Roll Reflects On How God Has Changed His Life As He Turns 41: “I Used To Do Codeine & Pills On My Birthday” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

A tragically beautiful ballad. If you’re a female country music lover and Laci Kaye Booth isn’t in your listening rotation… You need to change that immediately. Laci Kaye Booth, hailing from Livingston, Texas, has been making a name for herself in Nashville for years. She had success with her song “Shuffle” from her 2021 self-titled record. It was her 2024 record, The Loneliest Girl In The World, that really showed off her impressive writing chops and incredibly unique voice. In 2025, Booth continued her hot streak with the release of her first single of the year, “Daddy’s Mugshot,” which was inspired by discovering her dad’s mugshot on Facebook. Booth performed the tune during her Grand Ole Opry debut, joking that his parole officer wouldn’t let him come to his debut. “I wrote this song called ‘Daddy’s Mugshot’ after I was scrolling on Facebook and I saw my dad’s mugshot going around. And I didn’t know he got arrested. He was grinning from ear to ear. He would be here tonight, but his probation officer wouldn’t let him come, so… Dad, I love you so much, if you’re watching this right now.” The hypnotizing tune of trying to break her family’s curse to “make it” in Nashville embodies the desire to win big with a smash hit, while not letting go of your roots and doing things your way. Following that up, Booth shocked some country fans with her cheeky tune “George F***ing Strait,” which tips her hat to the King. The song about George Strait is universally relatable, and I’m shocked no one has put out a song like this sooner, paying homage to The King’s sex appeal. While Booth got some kick back from that song, she kept going, releasing the nostalgic tune “Luck Of The Draw,” and is now closing out the year with another stellar ballad. Booth is striking a chord with many of her female fans with her new single “I’m In Love With A Man.” The song has a very similar nostalgic feel as “Luck Of The Draw.” Booth shared that this song was very healing for her, and after debuting it at Nashville’s famed Bluebird Cafe, she knew that she needed to cut it in the studio. “I played this song at the Bluebird the same week that I wrote it, and I knew from the energy and reaction alone that this was a song people needed as much as I needed to write it. ‘I’m In Love With A Man’ is like a love story with a twisted ending. A heartbreaking, psychological thriller of a song. I’m very grateful I got to write it with my talented friends Tofer Brown & Lauren Hungate.” View this post on Instagram Booth’s angelic vocals shine as she openhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DRu5CiVEnLR/s up the song, declaring the kind of love her man has for her, treating her like no one ever has. “He noticed that my hair’s a little darker When I’m wrong he always plays the martyr He calls me back, he calls me baby When I am he don’t call me crazy I love him but he loves me even harder” The melody of the song has a slight melancholy feel, which pieces the ballad together beautifully as she shares a heartbreaking shift in the chorus. The seemingly sweet love song takes a turn as the narrator wrestles with her thoughts: although this man is everything she’s dreamed of, she’s not in love with him the same way. “I’m not a cheater I’m not a crier I’m not a leaver Not even a fighter, or liar But when we go to bed – I pretend he’s next to me I’m in love with a man I’m in love with a man You’ll never be…”  In the bridge, the narrator wrestles with her thoughts even more, questioning if she should stay with this man for his potential and because he’s unlike any partner she’s had before, or if she leaves him, knowing that her heart is not in the relationship the same way his is. It’s a beautifully heartbreaking ballad that I am sure many women can relate to. Whenever you find yourself with a wonderful man who isn’t your person, there is a lot of guilt about leaving that relationship or questioning whether you’re making the right decision. Booth’s poetic storytelling brought the words that she penned alongside Lauren Hungate and Tofer Brown to life. “I’m In Love With A Man” is a must listen from this week’s new releases. Check it out: The post Laci Kaye Booth Releases Tragically Beautiful New Single, “I’m In Love With A Man” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Benjamin Tod is back at it with another jab at the Nashville music machine… And I’m 100% here for it. Tod has been very vocal over the years about his displeasure with the current state of Nashville and how the mainstream scene doesn’t have enough respect for the country music craft. As one of the more prolific artists in the genre of late, he has the lengthy catalog of real country music to back up his talk, too. Having spent the majority of his teenage years and young adulthood as a drifter and addict, Tod traded his adolescence for life in boxcars and busking on street corners. He’s found more stability in his life over the past several years, but his frustration with the industry makes perfect sense. As a result of the rough lifestyle he endured for so long – and his steadfast commitment to upholding the traditions of country music – Tod’s perception of right and wrong, respect and honor, likely differs from that of a person that has lived comfortably within the typical boundaries of society. Consequently, he has felt like an underdog in the music industry for his whole career, and that’s why he wrote his brand new single, “Hell I Have.” Sonically, the steel-soaked track harkens back to a classic honky-tonk sound that is sure to resonate with any fan of real country music. And lyrically, the single marks yet another feather in Tod’s songwriting cap, showcasing his impressive ability to draw upon his experiences and eloquently convey a message important to him. Tod provided some additional context behind his new single: “‘Hell I Have’ is a song for the underdogs. People that have more scars than trophies or awards. Folks who have the determination and perseverance that only comes from crawling out of hell. We all have the pretenders and the privileged to compete with but it’s important to remember that it’s the experience of the hardship that built the character inside of us. It’s the breaking of our own hearts that allows us to empathize with a stranger’s struggle. I am thankful for the windy broken road I was given. It’s also for all the real artists, songwriters and traditional country players who have to deal with the exploitation and erasure brought on by the ‘country’ music gold rush of the moment. We will remain, and I thank you all for your dedication in these trying times.” Give Benjamin Tod’s latest single “Hell I Have” a listen for yourself below. “I can make do with a train and a tune ‘Cause at least I ain’t in jail But you were raised for finer things And Nashville’s now for sale” There are plenty of “country” artists out there who either falsely claim to be or have become the industry-appointed torchbearers of country music. Very few, though, actually do as much to preserve and promote the genre’s sound and spirit as Tod does. If you can appreciate his latest single “Hell I Have,” and his efforts to preserve country music and maintain dignity in his craft, then I highly suggest getting out there and catching one of Tod’s shows in 2026. Benjamin Tod Tour Dates: 4/16 – Ozark Music Hall – Fayetteville, AR 4/17 – Cain’s Ballroom – Tulsa, OK 4/19 – Longhorn Ballroom – Dallas, TX 4/20 – White Oak Music Hall – Houston, TX 4/21 – Emo’s Austin – Austin, TX 4/23 – La Rosa – Tuscon, AZ 4/25 – Stagecoach – Indio, CA* 4/26 – The Regency Ballroom – San Francisco, CA 4/28 – Ace of Spades – Sacramento, CA 4/30 – The Depot – Salt Lake City, UT 5/1 – Mishawaka Amphitheatre – Bellvue, CO 5/2 – Ogden Theatre – Denver, CO 5/4 – Madrid Theatre – Kansas City, MO 5/5 – Gilloz Theatre – Springfield, MO 5/7 – Bluebird Nightclub – Bloomington, IN 5/8 – Newport Music Hall – Columbus, OH 5/9 – Brooklyn Bowl Nashville – Nashville, TN 7/9 – First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN 7/10 – Turner Hall Ballroom – Milwaukee, WI 7/11 – Thalia Hall – Chicago, IL 7/12  – Woody’s Des Moines, IA 7/14 – The Lincoln – Cheyenne, WY 7/17 – Under the Big Sky Festival – Whitefish, MT* 7/20 – Jackson Hole Center for the Arts – Jackson, WY 7/23 – Showbox SoDo – Seattle, WA 7/24 – Revolution Hall – Portland, OR 7/25 – Revolution Hall – Portland, OR 7/26 – Knitting Factory Concert House – Boise, ID 7/30 – Slowdown – Omaha, NE 7/31 – The Pageant – St. Louis, MO 8/1 – The Burl – Lexington, KY 10/2 – Globe Iron – Cleveland, OH 10/3 – The Majestic Theatre – Detroit, MI 10/4 – Roxian Theatre – Pittsburgh, PA 10/6 – Anthology – Rochester, NY 10/8 – Higher Ground Ballroom – South Burlington, VT 10/9 – Higher Ground Ballroom – South Burlington, VT 10/10 – State Theatre – Portland, ME 10/11 – Royale – Boston, MA 10/13 – Bowery Ballroom – New York, NY 10/15 – Union Transfer – Philadelphia, PA 10/16 – Howard Theatre – Washington D.C. 10/17 – The Jefferson Theatre – Charlottesville, VA 10/18 – Cat’s Cradle – Carborro, NC 10/20 – The Fillmore – Charlotte, NC 10/22 – Variety Playhouse – Atlanta, GA 10/23 – The Orange Peel – Asheville, NC 10/24 – The Orange Peel – Asheville, NC 10/25 – Thee Mill & Mine – Knoxville, TN *festival dateThe post Benjamin Tod Drops A Honky Tonk Anthem For The Underdogs With “Hell I Have” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Let the rumors commence… A couple weeks ago, it was reported that Landman star Michelle Randolph, who stars as Ainsley Norris in the hit Taylor Sheridan series, has been seeing Chad Powers star, Glen Powell. Recently, the two were spotted swaying on the dance floor at Austin, Texas’ Broke Spoke. The two were dancing close to each other at the small honky tonk and dance hall, with Powell leading her in a two-step, even sending her out for a few spins. @danielle.guilbot Benefits of going to university in Austin, TX #glenpowell #dancing #austin ♬ Cowgirl Trailride – S Dott This is not the first time the Landman actress has been seen with Powell, as he took her as his date to a Chad Powers series premiere party a few months back. But it looks like Powell might be entertaining another beautiful blonde, and that would be country music’s own Megan Moroney. The two of them were spotted out in Los Angeles yesterday, while Megan is in town to receive the Variety Hitmakers Storyteller of the Year award. Here’s a photo of them out at a restaurant, though it looks like it wasn’t just the two of them and they might have been out with other people: Megan Moroney and Glen Powell spotted out in Los Angeles. pic.twitter.com/dTchJ7b9mj — Pop Crave (@PopCrave) December 6, 2025 Not sure how much Michelle Randolph is gonna love seeing that… but at the same time, this could all very easily be nothing. As one of country music’s most stunning ladies, it’s no surprise that fans are obsessed with her dating life, but all the speculation surrounding every move she makes does grow pretty exhausting. In July of 2024, Megan told CMT that she was certainly interested in the A list Hollywood actor, and hoped she could meet Powell and see if there might be any interest one day, so it looks like her wish finally came true: Of course, Megan has previously been linked to fellow country artists Morgan Wallen, who she confessed to seeing casually, and Riley Green, who she’s never shared any details about, but if there is anything romantic going on between her and Powell, good for her. Who knows if this was a legit date or maybe they were just hanging out with friends, but Megan recently said she wasn’t dating at all, though I imagine she could make an exception for Glen Powell if that’s what’s going on. She is already gearing up for a very busy year, as she will release her third studio album Cloud 9 in February and then hit the road for an extensive tour in May. Megan’s previously-released songs “6 Months Later” and “Beautiful Things” will be included on the tracklist. “6 Months Later” “Beautiful Things” The full list of tour stops is available below, which includes a European leg this fall. ANNOUNCED DATES FOR MEGAN MORONEY’S THE CLOUD 9 TOUR: MAY 29 | Columbus, OH – Schottenstein Center 30 | Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse JUNE 2 | Chicago, IL – United Center 5 | Baltimore, MD – CFG Bank Arena 6 | Greensboro, NC – First Horizon Coliseum 8 | Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena 12 | Louisville, KY – KFC Yum! Center 13 | St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center 16 | Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena 18 | Milwaukee, WI – Summerfest 19 | Grand Rapids, MI – Van Andel Arena 20 | Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena JULY 7 | Boston, MA – TD Garden 9 | Brooklyn, NY – Barclays Center 10 | Newark, NJ – Prudential Center 11 | Philadelphia, PA – Xfinity Mobile Arena 14 | Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center 16 | Orlando, FL – Kia Center 17 | Tampa, FL – Benchmark International Arena 18 | Sunrise, FL – Amerant Bank Arena 24 | Monticello, IA – Great Jones County Fair 25 | Minneapolis, MN – Target Center 26 | Lincoln, NE – Pinnacle Bank Arena 28 | Denver, CO – Ball Arena AUGUST 1 | Portland, OR – Moda Center 2 | Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena 5 | Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center 7 | Los Angeles, CA – Crypto.com Arena 11 | Glendale, AZ – Desert Diamond Arena 14 | Dallas, TX – American Airlines Center 15 | Tulsa, OK – BOK Center 16 | Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center 18 | Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena 21 | Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Arena SEPTEMBER 13 | Oslo, NO – Sentrum Scene 15 | Stockholm, SE – Annexet 18 | Cologne, DE – Carlswerk Victoria 19 | Tilburg, NL – 013 Poppodium 21 | Paris, FR – Le Trianon 23 | London, UK – Eventim Apollo 26 | Manchester, UK – O2 Apollo 27 | Glasgow, UK – O2 Academy OCTOBER 1 | Belfast, UK – SSE ArenaThe post Megan Moroney & Glen Powell Spark Romance Rumors After Being Spotted Out In Los Angeles This Weekend first appeared on Whiskey Riff.