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.
Album Review – Ward Davis – “Sunday Morning”
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Steal yourself, find a quiet moment, and prepare to be stunned by this short but exceptional work by Ward Davis.
Album Review – Whitney Rose’s “Rosie”
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“Rosie” marks perhaps Whitney Rose’s top contribution to traditional country music, and one that may go on to be considered one of the top releases in country music in 2023.
Elle King Sends Tyler Childers-Penned “Jersey Giant” to Radio
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“I was so humbled when Tyler asked me to record the song,” says King. “And then earlier this year he surprised my fans and joined me on stage in Lexington, KY.”
Lots Happening in the Willie Nelson World
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Willie Nelson may have turned 90 last month, but he remains one of the most active and prolific artists in country music.
Paul Cauthen Cancels Shows After Drug Arrest in South Carolina
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Paul Cauthen has cancelled numerous performances after being arrested for possession, manufacturing, and distribution of drugs.
Jimmie Allen’s Apology is Tone-Deaf and Underhanded
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Jimmie Allen’s ill-advised, lacking, and underhanded “apology” deserves great scrutiny here.
Album Review – Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives – “Altitude”
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There’s nobody out there pushing the creativity of country music to the edges of human consciousness like Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives are doing here, even among the gaggle of young bucks fresh and hungry to make their mark.
Officially Declaring May 19th a Country Music Holiday
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Attention all you card carrying members of the country music community, by the power invested in me, I am officially declaring May 19th, 2023 an official country music holiday.
Kyle Nix & The 38’s Announce New Album “After The Flood Vol. 1”
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Just as much as the Turnpike Troubadours could be considered a supergroup, so can Kyle Nix’s 38’s. Together they make the 38’s less of a backing band, and more of a collaborative effort.
Kimberly Perry Comes Back to Life with “If I Die Young Pt. 2”
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Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry is back, and it’s almost like she never left. The opening salvo of her solo career after splitting with her brothers is a reworking of the family band’s first #1 song.
Album Review – Stephen Wilson Jr.’s “bon aqua”
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Unique, edgy, and original, with a visual component to his music via the moody and imaginative videos that accompany his releases, Stephen Wilson Jr. is like no other artist you’ve seen before.
Digesting the Jason Isbell Documentary “Running With Our Eyes Closed”
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‘Running With Our Eyes Closed’ delves into the making of Jason Isbell’s album ‘Reunions,’ and the conflict that arose with his wife Amanda Shires.