Carly Billington

Equine athletes play a crucial role in the success of rodeo competitors.  Different riders have different expectations for the horses they ride, and it’s all a matter of finding the right fit.  When a horse and rider form a bond, they are unstoppable. As the Wrangler NFR approaches in early December, we are constantly keeping...

Jimmie Munroe was 26 years old when she was elected president of the then-Girls Rodeo Association (now WPRA) for the first time. She served in the position for 16 years, and says, “For 10 of the 16 years, I was really competing and qualifying for the NFR, then slowed down the last few years that...

Taylor Swift’s new music video for “I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version)” feat. Chris Stapleton Taylor Swift recently released Red (Taylor’s Version) as her second re-recorded album. One of the songs “From The Vault” is “I Bet You Think About Me” featuring Chris Stapleton. The song goes back to her country roots, and...

Miss Rodeo America is a coveted pageant held in conjunction with the National Finals Rodeo every year. Reigning state rodeo queens vie for the coveted crown of Miss Rodeo America by competing in the areas of appearance, horsemanship, rodeo knowledge, and personality. For the first time in history, the First Lady of Professional Rodeo reigned...

Bree Jaxson is a fighter. Upon graduating from a performing arts high school in her hometown of Baltimore, MD, she joined the Air Force in 2010. After valiantly serving in combat in Afghanistan, she went on to become the first in her family to graduate from college. She’s continued to thrive against all odds. In...

There is no doubt that Pam Minick has broken down many barriers as a woman in the Western industry. From being Miss Rodeo America, Women’s World Champion Breakaway Roper, multi-time Women’s National Finals Team Roping qualifier, the first woman to announce a major pro rodeo, past president of the WPRA, to a successful businesswoman and...

Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde debut female-directed music video Already a force with their songwriting prowess and vocal capabilities, Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde debut an intense music video for “Never Wanted To Be That Girl.” The pair joined female and first-time director Alexa Campbell to film scenes of their parallel lives out of sync...

Brandi Carlile’s SNL debut Carlile returned to the stage to perform her swelling country-rock drama, “Right on Time,” the lead single from her stunning new album, In These Silent Days. This time, Carlile wore a glittering black-and-white suit, appearing alone on a darkened stage, playing the opening verse on piano. The crowd gasped as she turned...

Oklahoma native Amy Jack recently released her debut album Introducing Amy Jack. With the helpful guidance of the iconic Merle Haggard and her expertise in the industry she has established, Amy brings passion and heart to each of her songs, proving her music can bring together all corners of our culture. COWGIRL caught up with...