Thursday Briefing

So how well do you sing Trace Adkins songs? Trace is asking fans to participate in his MySpace Karaoke Contest to win backstage concert passes. Contestants have five hits to choose from: "Ladies Love Country Boys," "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk," "Marry For Money," "Your Gonna Miss This" and his brand new single, "All I Ask for Anymore." Trace will choose the grand prize winner, who will win a trip to see him in concert and get those coveted backstage passes.

Jake Owen was recently part of a large group of people that set a Guinness world record for the most blood pressure screenings in a single day. The new record of 2,075 screenings was set during the Get Healthy Florida Fest last week in Oviedo, Florida. An official Guinness World Record Adjudicator was on hand to verify the record onsite. Jake and American Idol star Mandisa, both performed concerts at the free event and had their pressure checked for the tally.

Sugarland has something fun for you to play with this summer. Check out the funny video that promotes the upcoming world tour at sugarlandontour.com. You can customize the video and send it to friends.