Siblings Angela and Zac Hacker not only share musical genes but they share the spotlight as two of Nashville Star's final competitors. But this isn't just a sibling rivalry, because standing right beside them is family man David St. Romain, prepared to take the crown if that's how America votes. Tonight, the USA Network series' fifth season finale (airing at 10 pm/ET) will name one of these talented singers the winner, but all three contenders seem to already feel that way. TVGuide.com asked the finalists about their thoughts on the entire experience, having
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Welcome to Nashville, baby! And what a welcome it was. I loved the opening song, introducing the 10 contestants with an upbeat number that wasn't awkwardly choreographed or too complicated — just a genuinely warm start to this talent competition where the competitors are definitely talented and the music is almost always better than good.And although she said she's not used to reading teleprompters, Jewel was steady on stage (no matter how short her dress and high her heels), but I guess having a comfortable Cowboy on stage next to her helps. Check out what Jewel had to say about hosting Nashville Star and working with Troy.So, 10 great finalists, two friendly hosts and what else? Three judges who know country, live country and actually get along (eh-hem… unlike some other bickering judges we know). Oh, and they actually give some good advice. But, Anastasia, if you're listening…. As much as I value your thoughts on the performances, please conceal your top half a lit...
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Do you know what they call a Quarter Pounder with Cheese at the Grand Ole Opry? Nashville Star judge Anastasia Brown tells Jack Myers' MediaVillage.com that she and Oscar winner Quentin Tarantino are working on a scripted drama series set in the Athens of the South. Former Jackass Johnny Knoxville will be in the pilot. The trio previously worked together on the 2005 film Daltry Calhoun (yes, that Daltry Calhoun).
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