Gone Country

Gone Country (2008-2009)

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Known for pushing the limits of mainstream country music with the genre-bending MuzikMafia, John Rich, of the hit country duo Big & Rich, takes on his biggest challenge yet. He takes seven established performers from every realm of the entertainment and music industries and immerses them in all things country for a chance to break out as the next big country superstar. The one who is most successful at crossing over by the end of the series will have a country single produced by Rich. The series features an eclectic cast of performers including: Bobby Brown -- R&B singer, former member of New Edition Carnie Wilson -- singer-songwriter, former member of Wilson Phillips and author Dee Snider -- radio personality, lead singer Twisted Sister Diana DeGarmo -- recording artist, Broadway actor and 2004 American Idol finalist Julio Iglesias Jr. -- pop singer Maureen McCormick -- singer-actor, The Brady Bunch Sisqó -- R&B singer, former member of the group Dru Hill, Gone Country uproots these seven musical celebrities and moves them into a Nashville mansion together to embark on a two-week adventure, hosted by singer-songwriter John Rich. Each celebrity will be paired up with some of Nashville's finest songwriters in an attempt to prepare them for a career in country music. In each episode, the cast competes against each other in challenges that will test them musically and physically to adapt to a country music lifestyle, both on and off the stage. At the end of the two weeks, the artist who is most prepared to impress a country audience, as determined by Rich, will record and release a song.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E07ShowtimeMar 7, 2009
S03E06Artistic ExpressionFeb 28, 2009
S03E05Stars & StripesFeb 21, 2009
S03E04Bustin' LooseFeb 14, 2009
S03E03Playing Your Cards RightFeb 7, 2009
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Gone Country premiere?

Gone Country premiered on January 25, 2008.

Who were the celebrity contestants on Gone Country?

The celebrity contestants on Gone Country were Bobby Brown, Carnie Wilson, Dee Snider, Diana DeGarmo, Julio Iglesias Jr., and Maureen McCormick.

Who hosted Gone Country?

Gone Country was hosted by John Rich.

What was the format of Gone Country?

Gone Country was a reality TV show where celebrities competed to become country music stars.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Gone Country?

The first season of Gone Country had a total of six episodes.

Was Gone Country a competition show?

Yes, Gone Country was a competition show where the celebrity contestants competed against each other.

Did any of the celebrity contestants win a recording contract on Gone Country?

Yes, at the end of each season, one celebrity contestant was awarded a recording contract.

What were the challenges the celebrity contestants faced on Gone Country?

The challenges on Gone Country included writing and performing country songs, learning how to play musical instruments, and performing in front of a live audience.

Did the celebrity contestants receive any help from professional country music artists on Gone Country?

Yes, the celebrity contestants received guidance and mentorship from professional country music artists on Gone Country.

Who were the professional country music artists involved in Gone Country?

The professional country music artists involved in Gone Country included John Rich, Big Kenny, John Anderson, Jeffrey Steele, and Cowboy Troy.

Were there any eliminations on Gone Country?

Yes, each week there were eliminations where one celebrity contestant was sent home.

Were there any rewards or prizes for the celebrity contestants on Gone Country?

Yes, the celebrity contestants had the opportunity to win a recording contract, which was the ultimate prize on Gone Country.

Did the celebrity contestants have any previous experience in country music?

Some of the celebrity contestants on Gone Country had previous experience in country music, while others were new to the genre.

Did Gone Country feature any special guest appearances?

Yes, Gone Country featured special guest appearances by country music stars such as Trace Adkins, Wynonna Judd, and John Rich's band, Big & Rich.

Did Gone Country have a live audience?

Yes, Gone Country had a live audience for the performances and eliminations.

Did Gone Country have any spin-off shows or follow-up seasons?

Gone Country did not have any spin-off shows or follow-up seasons.

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