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Gone Country

(Rated NR, Reality TV, Starring John Rich, Where to watch: CMT)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 15; suggested age 13.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Celebrity singers face off in reality contest.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 13–15

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The contestants exhibit some competitive behavior but also appear supportive of each other. The participants are of various racial and ethnic backgrounds.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Some arguments between contestants. Some smashing of guitars and other instruments.

  • Sex:

    Some strong sexual innuendo, including some explicit sexual references that are bleeped out.

  • Language:

    Audible language includes words like "damn" stronger language ("motherf----r" and "s--t") is bleeped.

  • Consumerism:

    Features music by Rich, as well as classic hits by the featured performers/contestants.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Some contestants are smokers and are shown taking smoking breaks. Visible consumption of alcohol (wine, beer, mixed drinks), generally in social settings.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Gone Country

Parents need to know that while the contestants on this reality series -- six celebrity musicians competing for the chance to record and launch a country album -- are generally supportive of each other, they do argue and occasionally smash instruments. There's also some strong language (words like "s--t" are bleeped out), and contestants are seen drinking and taking cigarette breaks. (Check out our video tip for help talking with your kids about media and smoking.)

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the challenges associated with writing and performing for different musical genres. Can you think of performers who've successfully moved from one genre of music to another? What do you think the contestants are hoping to get out of their attempt to do the same? Families can also discuss the history behind popular music. Did you know that rap is heavily influenced by classical music? Or that country music has been viewed by some historians as America's first feminist music?
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