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Shinedown's Brent Smith on Kathie Lee Gifford's 'Meat Loaf' Remark: 'My Heart Fell to the Ground'

Chad Childers — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 21:32:11 +0000

You wouldn't know it by looking at him today, but there was a period not too long ago that Shinedown singer Brent Smith was struggling with both drug and alcohol addiction, as well as weight issues. Part of the reason Smith is built as well as he is these days is due to his newfound commitment to his health, and he discussed his transformation with the Los Angeles Times.

Shinedown's Brent Smith Reveals 'The Dukes of Hazzard' as First Musical Influence

Chad Childers — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 23:48:05 +0000

Musicians have to get their inspiration from somewhere, and Shinedown singer Brent Smith says he owes a debt of gratitude to the '70s television series 'The Dukes of Hazzard' and the singer of the show's theme song, Waylon Jennings, for putting him on the path to music.

Shinedown's Brent Smith Challenges Rock Fans to Rise Up

Mary Ouellette — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:45:37 +0000

Shinedown’s Brent Smith recently issued a 911 call to music fans on Twitter regarding the sad state of rock music and his hopes for a rock ‘n’ roll revolution in 2012. He started off his call for change, explaining, “I love all kinds of music, but I definitely have a love for rock ‘n’ roll.” [...]