BTS, the Iconic K-Pop Boy Band, Will Go On Hiatus to Serve in South Korea’s Military, Possibly Causing the Country to Lose Out On Billions

The group helped bring K-Pop to the world with hits like “Dynamite” and “Boy With Luv.” Despite having previously secured a delay, they still aren’t getting out of a country-wide requirement.

Luke Bryan Signs On As Global Ambassador For MusicianStaX

Luke Bryan. Photo: Robby Kline

Luke Bryan has joined the VirtualStaX team as a Global Ambassador for MusicianStaX.

StaX allows people to list themselves on the Global StaX Exchange, creating a new income stream while sharing success with their fans. From rising stars to superstars, fans can own, collect and trade StaX of their favorite actors, athletes, musicians, artists and more on the VirtualStaX Exchange platform.

Through VirtualStaX, Bryan will be able to give back to his fans in a new way while continuing his passion for discovering, supporting, and guiding aspiring musicians. As the value of his StaX grow, his fans will be able to sell their StaX or hold on to them for access to unique experiences and benefits. Bryan’s fans will also be able to join in discovering talent on the VirtualStaX platform.

“I believe the VirtualStaX platform will provide a way for young musicians to build strong support systems early in their own journey to help fund their careers and achieve their dreams,” Bryan explains.

“Luke’s work ethic, love for music and his heart for people makes him the perfect Global Ambassador for MusicianStaX. We are thrilled to work with Luke as we offer both established and up-and-coming musicians the opportunity to unlock a new stream of income and showcase their talent on the global stage,” says CEO and Founder Rudolf Markgraaff.

Bryan’s StaX Auction will kick off towards the end of the year. He joins a lineup of StaX Ambassadors, which includes Drew Brees, Patrick Mahomes, and others.

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Miranda Lambert Adds A Festive Flare To Her Wanda June Home Collection

Miranda Lambert. Photo: Emily Dorio

Miranda Lambert has added some holiday cheer to her Wanda June Home collection, available exclusively at Walmart.

Wanda June Home by Miranda Lambert

The collection’s initial launch saw several items sell out immediately. Offering more than 80 kitchen, bar, tabletop and home décor items, the full Wanda June Home collection is designed to mix, match and collect, with tabletop essentials inspired by Lambert’s take on Southern charm. To shop the full collection, click here.

“Wanda June Home is named after the two most influential women in my life, my mom Beverly June Lambert and my grandma Wanda Louise Coker, a.k.a. Nonny. They both taught me everything I know about being a woman and how to make a warm home full of laughter, love and memories,” shares the 3x Grammy winner. “That’s really the heart of my Wanda June Home brand, so we’re excited to expand the line with these new items. Some of my favorite family memories growing up were centered around the holidays and everyone coming together to celebrate. I hope that these items help fans make their own holiday memories this year!”

Lambert’s latest album, Palomino, arrived as the largest female country album debut of 2022. Shortly after, she was crowned the ACM Entertainer of the Year, adding to her tally as the most awarded artist in ACM history. She recently kicked off her “Velvet Rodeo Las Vegas Residency,” with shows scheduled through April 2023.

Wanda June Home by Miranda Lambert

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‘American Idol’ Alum HunterGirl Signs With 19 Recordings/BMG

HunterGirl. Photo: Easton Schirra

American Idol Season 20 runner-up, HunterGirl, has signed a record deal with 19 Recordings/BMG.

HunterGirl will release her debut single on the label, “Hometown Out Of Me,” this Friday (Oct. 21). Written with Laura Veltz and producer Jimmy Robbins, the personal song serves as a thank you letter to HunterGirl’s hometown of Winchester, Tennessee.

HunterGirl has been performing and writing songs since she was a child, and in her early teens performed at venues across the U.S. Along the way, she competed in singing competitions, including the 2014 Texaco Country Showdown which she won. After graduating high school, she moved to Nashville and started playing gigs at Nashville’s most famous venues while as winning songwriting contests such as Nash Next and Nashville Songwriter Association International.

Sharing the stage with acts such as Old Dominion, FGL, Kane Brown, Alan Jackson, Trace Adkins, Charlie Daniels, Sara Evans and, most recently, Justin Moore and Tracey Lawrence, HunterGirl will kick off her co-headlining tour with American Idol Season 20 winner Noah Thompson on Oct. 27 in Columbus, Ohio.

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