ABC’s The Revolution made a visit to Nashville in early April to tape an upcoming episode featuring the sights and sounds of Music City. During their visit, country music duo Montgomery Gentry played host to TV’s fashion expert Tim Gunn, taking him to some of Nashville’s hottest clothing stores.

Troy Gentry introduced Gunn to Aimee Johns at Flavour for Men (1522 Demonbreun Street, Nashville), who guided him through the latest styles of Music Row. Flavour Clothing for Men & Women carries a large number of lines from New York to Los Angeles including Hudson, AG Jeans, Theory, John Varvatos, L.A.M.B., Hale Bob, Joes Jeans and 7 for all Mankind, to name a few. Flavour is often frequented by Gentry, as well as many other country stars including such notables as Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, Reba McEntire, and Kellie Pickler among others, and additionally offers private shopping opportunities by request.

After visiting Flavour, Eddie Montgomery introduced Gunn to Morelia Ceuvas, daughter of costumer and artist, Manuel. Often referred to as the “Rhinestone Rembrandt,” Manuel (whose showroom is located at 1922 Broadway in Nashville), is known for making Johnny Cash the “man in black,” Elvis’ signature gold lamé suit, the garments Bob Dylan wore when performing for the Pope, and outfitting countless other stars including members of The Rat Pack, Roy Rogers and the Lone Ranger. His work within the entertainment industry is world-renowned and has received special recognition by the Country Music Association. The shop, Manuel American Designs, also known as Manuel Exclusive Clothier or simply Manuel’s, is a staple not only of Nashville but of Americana history.

The episode will air this Thursday (4/26) on ABC.

The St. Jude Country Music Marathon and 1/2 Marathon presented by Nissan takes place on Saturday, April 28 and continues the tradition of adding some country flavor to the city’s largest running event.

Nashville Mayor Karl Dean will join race officials and running enthusiasts to officially kick off the weekend events on Thursday (4/26) with a gathering at Union Station Hotel. The Competitor Group’s free Health and Fitness Expo 4/26-27 at the Nashville Convention Center. Participants will pick up race materials there, and the public can browse the expo for gear, nutrition, and information on running and fitness.

Rodney Atkins will headline the post-race concert at Bridgestone Arena, with special guests Gloriana and Darren Warren. Runners can use their race numbers as concert admission, and tickets are also on sale to the general public for $35. The show begins at 7 pm.

Over 30,000 runners and walkers are expected to participate in the race, which starts at 7 am from Centennial Park. New this year, the course offerings also include a 2.6 mile mini-marathon. Many streets in mid and downtown Nashville will be blocked in the morning hours, so check the Competitor website for closure information.

Brad Paisley was invited to the South Park Studios in California this past weekend to be a part of an upcoming episode of the infamous animated series. He collaborated with the show’s developers and will appear twice in the episode, which airs tonight (4/25) at 9 pm CT on Comedy Central.

In his first scene Paisley, who plays a cartoon version of himself, is introduced and sings the national anthem as a lead-in to a Denver Nuggets basketball game. Later in the show his character duets with Cartman, one of the show’s main characters.

Paisley documented his visit on twitter @BradPaisley.

Toby Keith signs autographs for US troops overseas

Toby Keith is celebrating 10 years of working with the USO and touring the world to support US troops and their families. The superstar country artist is currently in the middle of a 14 day journey through the Middle East, including entertaining and visiting military personnel in Bahrain and aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.

“I can’t believe it has already been a decade, it feels like just yesterday when I first started working with the USO,” said Keith. “I’ve met so many great, brave service men and women over the years and had so many wonderful experiences, that I can barely remember them all. One thing is for sure, I enjoy working with the USO, I love our nation’s troops, and I won’t ever stop doing my part to extend my thanks.”

Since his first USO tour in 2002, Keith’s travels have taken him to over 14 countries including Afghanistan, Belgium, Bosnia, Iraq, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia and more. He has performed over 211 USO shows and meet & greets to date, in front of a total of 182,600 service men and women.