Legendary Tejano and Country Musician Flaco Jiménez Has Died
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“Flaco” is partly a term of endearment, and partly a euphemism in the Spanish language, translating in English to “skinny.” Flaco Jiménez was certainly svelte and earned the nickname, but he was so much more.
The Quebe Sisters Announce Final Tour Dates Ahead of Hiatus
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Over the last 23 years, Grace, Sophia, and Hulda of The Quebe Sisters (pronounced quay-bee) have gone from fresh-faced and precocious fiddle prodigies to one of the most formidable acts in all of Western Swing and roots music.
10 Years Ago: The Independent Country Revolution Begins in Earnest
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It’s rather remarkable reflecting back 10 years at just how far independent country, roots music, and Americana have come in finding a seat at the table with their mainstream country counterparts.
Album Review – Colby Acuff’s “Western White Pines”
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Refreshingly simple, straightforward, unpretentious, raw, and real, Colby Acuff’s Western White Pines immediately requires you to make room in your listening rotation.
Album Review – Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit’s “Weathervanes”
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Don’t call it a comeback. Jason Isbell has been the King of Americana ever since he released his album Southeastern 10 years ago this week. But nothing will ever be good enough when it’s measured against perfection.
Newest Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#121)
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The Saving Country Music Top 25 Playlist is built to keep you informed on all the best songs and albums coming out right now in country music.
2nd Accuser Further Implicates Jimmie Allen in Sexual Misconduct
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The situation for disgraced country music star Jimmie Allen has gone from bad to worse. On Friday, June 9th, a new lawsuit was brought against Allen by a second alleged victim.
Garth Brooks Wants to Make 5 (Yes, 5!) More Chris Gaines Albums
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If the first iteration of Chris Gaines wasn’t controversial enough, get ready for five (yes, five!) more Chris Gaines albums to complete the universe of the Garth Brooks sex-addicted emo pop star alter ego.
Brent Cobb Announces New Album “Southern Star”
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Brent Cobb continues to be one of the brightest stars in the independent country music crown. Whenever Brent Cobb sings, you best shut your mouth and listen.
Don’t You Think This Paul Cauthen Bit’s Done Got Out of Hand
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Let’s delve a little bit deeper into this Paul Cauthen arrest business to clear up some misconceptions, address some unfair criticisms, and talk about how all of this plays into the independent country music community at large.
Wild Horses Fest Books Zach Bryan, CAAMP, Sierra Ferrell
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In the last year we’ve witnessed Zach Bryan go from having to earn respect at country festivals in opening slots, to headlining some of the biggest festivals around.
Album Review – Waylon Hanel’s “New Old Outlaws”
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Yeah I know what you’re thinking, because I was thinking the same thing at first. “It takes a lot of guts to make country music with the name Waylon.”
The Best Country & Roots Albums of 2023 So Far
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As we reach the halfway pole of the musical year, it’s time to reflect back on the best albums that have been released so far.