Unreleased John Prine, David Allan Coe Songs Grace New Projects
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On the surface maybe, pairing up John Prine and David Allan Coe might feel a little awkward. But those who know their country history are familiar with the fact that John Prine was the unspoken co-writer of David Allan Coe’s big hit.
On Mike & The Moonpies Changing their Name to “Silverada”
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Officially revealed at Mile 0 Fest on Friday afternoon (1-25) in an intimate setting, Mike and the Moonpies henceforth will be known as Silverada. Though the name is changing, the music and the musical approach is staying the same.
Album Review – Brent Amaker and the Rodeo’s “Philophobia”
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Up in the Pacific Northwest, those well-versed in the wild side of country would tell stories of Brent Amaker and is backing band The Rodeo showing up to gigs in full black regalia complete with Lone Ranger masks.
About This Massive 2024 Bourbon & Beyond Fest Lineup
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Nobody needs to be told how incredibly awesome this 2024 Bourbon & Beyond Festival lineup is. Announced on Wednesday (1-24), the lineup set to transpire at the Highland Festival Ground in Louisville, Kentucky.
There is No “Double Standard” to Elle King Criticism
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Almost immediately as the news spread and outlets started reporting on King’s drunken performance, some came forward to claim that the criticism Elle King was receiving constituted a double standard.
UPDATED: Chris Young Arrested After Altercation with Police
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Country artist Chris Young was arrested Monday evening, January 22nd, after getting into an altercation with officers for the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission in Nashville.
Album Review – Colby T. Helms – “Tales of Misfortune”
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In the progressively popular but increasingly difficult effort to ferret out the nearest thing to what passes for true authenticity in today’s country music, consider yourself lucky if you stumble upon Colby T. Helms .
50 Years Ago: George Jones Records Country’s Saddest Song
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“The Grand Tour” was very significant for the career of George Jones, and for country music. Similar to “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” “The Grand Tour” put George Jones back at #1 on the country charts.
Charley Crockett Announces New Album “$10 Cowboy”
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Charley Crockett isn’t some “artist to watch.” He’s no up-and-comer holding onto hope for a future in the country genre. Charley Crockett from The Lone Star State is a bona-fide grown ass USDA Prime Certified Country music headliner.
Elle King Owes Opry & Dolly Apology After Drunken Performance
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Fans love Elle King for her “devil may care” attitude and over-the-top presentation. She’s a lot, and that’s fine. But the Grand Ole Opry stage is supposed to be a family friendly environment, and it’s not the time or place.
On the Implosion of Pitchfork
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If your pastime is crashing nerdy little music websites, then you’ve probably caught wind about the bloodletting at the indie rock-centric review site Pitchfork this week, and how it’s being folded into GQ.
Revered Mandolin Player & Multi-Instrumentalist Billy Cook Has Died
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Revered mandolin player, guitarist, banjoist, dobro, and steel guitar player Billy Cook has died. Known for working with band such as Bob Wayne and the Outlaw Carnies and the .357 String Band…
The Revered Laurel Cove Music Festival Announces 2024 Lineup
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Started in 2019 by Main Street Pineville, Bell County Tourism, and the Pine Mountain State Resort Park, Laurel Cove has quickly become one of the most coveted festivals in the country.