Guitar Legend James Burton Named to Country Music Hall of Fame
20 CommentsElvis Presley is in both the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Now his legendary guitar player can boast the same. Revealed on Monday, March 18th, guitarist James Burton is the newest Hall of Famer.
Weeks After Death, Toby Keith Named to Country Music Hall of Fame
25 CommentsIt feels just about perfect and poignant that less than six weeks after Toby Keith tragically passed away at the age of 62 after a fight with stomach Cancer, he’s headed into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
John Anderson Announced as Newest Inductee to Country Hall of Fame
32 CommentsJohn Anderson is one of the most unique singers and characters in the history of country music, with an incredible success story that now will include induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Announced on Monday, March 18th in a Hall of Fame press conference, John Anderson is the newest inductee.
Memorable Moments Mark Willie Nelson’s 2024 Luck Reunion
8 CommentsWhat started as a very exclusive gathering has become a world-class event with international interest due to the names that play and attend the event during Austin’s greater SXSW festivities. This was especially true in 2024.
Album Review – The Wonder Women of Country – “Willis, Carper, Leigh”
25 CommentsTexas music songwriter and performer Kelly Willis, bass player and throwback marvel Melissa Carper, and country traditionalists/killer guitar player Brennen Leigh have been an occasional tour bill over the last couple of years.
Kermit the Frog Joins Willie Nelson for “Rainbow Connection” in Luck
13 CommentsWhen Kermit The Frog took the stage to sing “Rainbow Connection” with Willie Nelson to start off Willie’s set, it checked off a bucket list moment for the folks in Luck they never knew they had.
Tyler Childers Joins Lukas Nelson for “Old Country Church” in Luck
22 CommentsIt was already unprecedented that Tyler Childers would even play an event as small as Luck to begin with. To see him perform in the tiny Luck, TX church (fire marshal capacity: 49) really is a sight to see.
The Rise and Fall of the Conway Twitty Empire
39 CommentsConway Twitty was one of the most successful country music artists in history. With forty #1 songs on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, only George Strait secured more #1’s over his career.
Sam’s Town Point Hosts Top Talent for “The Dance”
10 CommentsWith a lineup that included Silverada, Reckless Kelly, Shinyribs, Rattlesnake Milk, and the legendary Willis Alan Ramsey, it truly was some of the best of Austin music. “Most of us can walk home from this gig,” Willy Braun said.
Country Music Hall of Fame Sets 2024 Inductee Announcement
35 CommentsThe Country Music Hall of Fame inductees are selected through a committee process appointed by the Country Music Association (CMA). The selection process has been split up into three categories.
Charley Crockett Adds BIG Dates to 2024 Tour
14 CommentsIt’s all happening for Charley Crockett. And you’ve been warned for years to see the Texas native in small venues while you still can. Some fans may have their last opportunity to do so in 2024. For others it’s too late.
Roots Musician Brother Dege of “Django Unchained” Dies at 56
7 CommentsWith his bluesy voice and resonator guitar, Dege Legg who went by the stage name Brother Dege combined strong roots influences from blues and country with swampy sounds heavily influenced by Louisiana.
Album Review – Shawn Hess – “Wild Onion”
10 CommentsYou’ll find it just about right for a long drive through the countryside, or a quiet evening away from the of the shrill droning of modern reality. It’s the trip far away and back in time that makes “Wild Onion” so enjoyable.