Jim Hannaford
Entertainment Writer
Jim Hannaford is an Entertainment Writer for Hook & Barrel, covering music, entertainment, and food. A native of Jackson, Mississippi, he has written for newspapers, magazines, and websites throughout his career and has contributed regularly to Hook & Barrel since 2019.
His feature stories for the magazine include profiles of Toby Keith, Billy F. Gibbons, Luke Bryan, Guy Fieri, Kid Rock, and Trace Adkins, and he has written dozens of articles for Hook & Barrel's Jamming Out! series. At Mississippi State University, he served as Entertainment Editor of The Reflector and Editor of Thursday Magazine.
Entertainment
Colin Stough Video Exclusive
Check out rising country music star and American Idol contestant Colin Stough's newest music video for his song, "Boat Somewhere"
Celebrities
Rolling With Blackberry Smoke
Hook & Barrel Magazine sat down with Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke to talk about their upcoming fall tour.
Celebrities
Matt Koziol: 'Last of the Old Dogs', Fly Fishing & Archery
Country music star Matt Koziol took time with Hook & Barrel to talk music, songwriting, archery, and fly fishing.
Entertainment
Send In Flatland Cavalry!
Entertainment
Red Clay Strays Rising
Get to know Andrew Bishop, bass player from the Red Clay Strays, and learn about his love for fishing in Mobile Bay.
Entertainment
Have Some Whiskey With Shane Profitt
Discover the journey of Shane Profitt, rising in the ranks of country music, thanks to a life-changing encounter at a sushi restaurant.
Music
War Hippies Touch Hearts With “Like Father, Like Daughter” Song
Scooter Brown of the War Hippies duo discusses their latest heartfelt single, "Like Father, Like Daughter."
Entertainment
A 'Tennessee Truth' Album-Release Interview With Brian Kelley
Get to know Brian Kelley through his lyrics, his love for outdoor living and the inspiration behind his new album, 'Tennessee Truth'.
Entertainment
RANDY TRAVIS RETURNS WITH HELP FROM ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Experience the magic of Randy Travis' return to music with his latest AI-powered song release, 'Where That Came From'
Entertainment
Evan Ogden Unplugged
Entertainment
Jamming Out With Cody Jinks
Hear the rebellious and defiant nature of Cody Jinks, the country music outlaw with a rocking, muscular sound.
Music
Matt Koziol Drops New Album: Last of the Old Dogs
Discover the story of Matt Koziol, his journey towards success, and learn about his new album, "Last of the Old Dogs."
Music
Cody Jinks 'Change the Game' Album Review
Cody Jinks' album, 'Change the Game,' is filled with heartfelt songs & an honest portrayal of the changes in his life.
Destinations
Harvest Hosts Amps Up the Experience of the RV Life
Harvest Hosts help RVers create unique and memorable RV excursions. Read about Max & Jen's adventure here!
Entertainment
Caleb Lee Hutchinson’s Career Finds a Breath of Fresh Air
Caleb Lee Hutchinson pays homage to country music while pushing it forward with his new album, "Southern Galactic."
Entertainment
Toby Keith: An American Icon
Read about country music icon Toby Keith's inspiring journey and his honest take on life in his final interview with Hook & Barrel.
Lifestyle
Experience Chef Brody Olive's Impressive Seafood Menu at Alabama Beaches
Celebrated Chef Lures Diners to Alabama Beaches for a One-of-a-Kind Fine Dining Experience
Entertainment
Southall Band Interview: Blending Red Dirt Country and Hard Rock
The band Southall stands on its own musically and creatively.
Entertainment
Justin Moore's Priorities Don't Waver — God, Family, Then Music
Musician Justin Moore keeps his priorities straight, whether he's on tour, coaching his kids' sports teams, or at the radio station.
Celebrities
Stacy Lyn Harris's Home Life of Adventure
TV host and cookbook author Stacy Lyn Harris celebrates life's many treasures.
