Charley Crockett Announces New Tour Dates for 2025
Get on board with Charley Crockett, or get out of the way before you get trucked. This dude is on a tear and isn’t stopping or slowing down for anybody.
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Album Review – Tony Logue’s “Dark Horse”
Tony Logue and his band have the uncanny ability to cut through all the pretentiousness that seems to permeate most all contemporary music to serve real and raw human emotions free from embellishment.
Newest Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#153)
“MoDErN cOUnTRy SUcKS!” What are you nuts? It’s an embarrassment of riches out here, you just need to know where to point your nose. Turn off Bobby Bones and get to listening to the best in independent country music.
On Brian Setzer’s Health Concerns, Inability to Play Guitar
With no warning, and with little follow up information, rockabilly legend, big band leader, and bona fide guitar god Brian Setzer let it be known that he is no longer able to play the instrument that made him famous.
Caitlin Cannon Reveals A Lot in New Song/Video “Love Addict”
Caitlin Cannon is known for being a powerhouse, critically-acclaimed songwriter. But ahead of her upcoming album “Love Addict,” she’s revealing … well, let’s just say, a different side of herself.
Album Review – Jesse Welles – “Middle”
Even before Jesse Welles wrote, recorded, and released this fully formed 10-song studio album amid sometimes daily song releases on social media, his musical output hovered somewhere near the impossible.
This Graham Barham Guy (A Rant)
Imagine using the most advanced surgical procedures to meticulously isolate and extract the very kernel essence of what made performers like Sam Hunt and Florida Georgia Line so sinister and cringe
Sturgill Simpson’s “Who The F**k Is Johnny Blue Skies?” Tour On Sale
So much for retirement. Those who’ve seen Simpson live can attest that he’s having too much damn fun at the moment with the reconstituted lineup of his legendary band to stay home.
DeFord Bailey: A True Star of Early Country With a Misunderstood History
Though not technically the first country artist on the radio, nor the first on WSM, Bailey is generally regarded as having been the first Grand Ole Opry performer when George Hay introduced him.
Vince Gill Celebrates 50 Years of Making Music with Summer Tour
This summer will mark 50 years that the 67-year-old Vince Gill has been performing music professionally, and he’s celebrating by going on an extensive tour that will culminate in a four night residency at the Ryman.
After Playing Full Show, Zach Top Refunds Tickets Due to Illness
There’s a reason Zach Top is the reigning Saving Country Music Artist of the Year, and it’s not just for his music. To achieve such an accolade, you have to be the full package, including displaying personal character.
Alright, I Laughed At This New Clay Walker Tour Name
you can’t help but laugh at the name of Clay Walker’s new tour called the “Drive Me Smooth Tour.” Though some picked up on the reference immediately, many wondered what was up with the quirky name.
Album Review – The War and Treaty’s “Plus One”
There is no easy or succinct way to regard The War and Treaty’s new album Plus One. It starts off terribly, but goes on to include perhaps some of the best songs of their entire catalog. It’s not really country at all, until it is…
George Strait, Chris Stapleton Plot Limited Run of 2025 Stadium Shows
You won’t hear “King” George Strait on the radio, and you’ll barely hear songs from Chris Stapleton these days. But both of these country stalwarts can sell out shows at the stadium level, and will do so once again in 2025.
Cole Goodwin Is Worth Getting On Your Radar
Already opening shows for Zach Top, he’s got a similar sound to Zach, is a good guitar player as well, but it’s Cole Goodwin’s songwriting that is garnering attention, and distinguishing him from other neotraditionalist.
Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion Announces Packed 2025 Lineup
It’s one of the most frenetic and talent-rich events all year, resulting in one of the most sought-after tickets in music. It’s Willie Nelson’s Luck Reunion, and it happens on the Thursday of Austin’s greater SXSW gathering.
Album Review – Cam Pierce’s “A Thousand Lonely Horses”
Even those well versed in the wide expanses of the Western music canon will be strongly intrigued and delighted to hear the decidedly singer/songwriter-style of Western music that Cam Pierce crafts.
This Is Big: Jason Carter Leaves the Del McCoury Band
In as titanic of a move as you will ever hear about in the world of bluegrass, fiddle player Jason Carter is leaving the Del McCoury Band to pursue a solo career after 33 years by Del McCoury’s side.
Concerns Persist About Gordy’s HWY 30 Music Fest After Failed Texas Shows
Gordy’s HWY 30 Music Festival in Filer, Idaho is moving forward in 2025, despite thousands of ticket holders, some music artists, and numerous investors, vendors, and advertisers from the festival’s Texas shows still seeking refunds.
Damn. This 2025 FairWell Fest Lineup is Lights Out
Tip your hat to the folks who curated the roster for the 2025 FareWell Fest in Redmond, Oregon, because it might be the best independent country lineup we’ve seen so far in 2025. Crowned by Tyler Childers and Sturgill Simpson.
Colter Wall, Paul Cauthen Cancel Shows Citing Mental/Physical Health
In the last few days, two of the bigger draws in independent country music music have put their touring schedules on pause, citing mental and physical health concerns. Though this can be frustrating for ticket holders…
After 10 Years, Kristina Murray Finally Gets Her Due
They call Nashville a 10 year town. You get 10 years to make it, and after that you might as well turn tail or give up. Over the last 10 years, perhaps nobody has has paid more dues while being passed over for deserved recognition.
Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brandy Clark Announce Joint Tour
You might be surprised to hear it, but anyone who’s seen Mary Chapin Carpenter perform recently will attest that she’s great live, and hasn’t slipped an inch from her commercial heyday in the ’90s.
Cross Canadian Ragweed Adds New Show, Hints More Could Come
The sold out Boys From Oklahoma reunion shows in early April will not be your only opportunity to see the reunited legendary Red Dirt band. Cross Canadian Ragweed has just announced another stadium date.