Album Review – Hailey Whitters – “Corn Queen”
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Hailey Whitters makes for one of the most navigable bridges between the independent and mainstream, and the classic and contemporary. She offers something entertaining and enlightening to just about everyone.
Did Merle Haggard Really Escape From Jail 17 Times? (Country History X)
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Merle Haggard was one of country music’s most famous former convicts, though most of his crimes were petty. The reason he landed in the notorious San Quentin Prison was due to how many times he escaped from smaller facilities and local jails. But did he really escape 17 times?
On The Shocking and Sudden Death of Dallas Good of The Sadies
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This news hits harder than most, not just because of how young Dallas Good was, and how unexpected this news is. It’s because few, if anyone could do was Dallas Good could do, and nobody could do what he did with his brother Travis. It was not of this world. And now, it no longer is.
49 Winchester Announces New Album “Fortune Favors The Bold”
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49 Winchester was the little band that could from Castlewood, Virginia, until they became the little band from Castlewood, Virginia that did. They signed to New West Records in 2021, and now will be releasing their latest record through the label.
Album Review – Sarah Shook & the Disarmers – “Nightroamer”
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Officially the third record from Sarah Shook and the Disarmers, ‘Nightroamer’ is distinctly more of an indie rock or power pop-influenced album compared to Sarah’s two previous ones, but with a few strong country tracks to ground the effort in the roots as well.
Joshua Ray Walker, Randall King Set Grand Ole Opry Debuts
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There’s a reason whenever a true country performers gets this opportunity, they always reminisce back to when they were a young kid. It’s because it’s a dream come true, and a life goal met, and one that’s well deserved for both Randall King and Joshua Ray Walker.
This Florida Georgia Line Hall of Fame Exhibit is Unfortunate
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This extensive “Mix It Up With Florida Georgia Line” exhibit that the Hall of Fame recently opened on February 6th really is an unfortunate, and frankly shortsighted move by the museum, overlooking the widely-polarizing nature of the Bro-Country duo.
George Strait Producer and Songwriter Blake Mevis Has Died
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Blake Mevis was responsible in part not just for one Hall of Fame career being launched into the country music stratosphere, but two. As the guy who introduced country music legend and Hall of Famer George Strait to now Country Music Hall of Famer Dean Dillon.
Brennen Leigh Goes Western Swing on “Obsessed with the West”
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Delightfully old-fashioned and born 60 years too late, Brennen Leigh has always worked Western Swing influences into her music, and been chummy with the Asleep at the Wheel crowd in Austin. But now as a Nashville resident, the distance has made her heart grow fonder
Willie Nelson Cancels Most Indoor Concerts Indefinitely
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You won’t be seeing Willie Nelson in many indoor venues moving forward in 2022. Announced on Monday (2-14), Willie Nelson has cancelled all but a few indoor shows, and Willie’s camp has also let it be known that he will only be playing outdoor shows.
Brent Cobb Puts It All Into Perspective with “When Country Came Back to Town”
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“Took me about 15 years to write this song,” Brent Cobb says. “Finally finished it up a few days ago. Next time you’re trying to tell your friends about all the cool country artists you listen to just send them to this song. I got as many as I could in there. Proud to know these folks.”
Cody Jinks Opus “Adobe Sessions” Officially Certified Gold by RIAA
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For many Cody Jinks fans, where it all initially started for them was Cody’s 2015 album “Adobe Sessions.” Considered his masterpiece by many, the album is anchored by Cody’s signature song “Loud and Heavy,” and is full of one great song after another.
Mickey Guyton Nails National Anthem at 2022 Super Bowl (LVI)
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Mickey Guyton was all live, and offered up a stirring, spectacular, and respectful rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner” with just enough flair to let her personality and talents shine through. She nailed it. Whether it’s one for the ages we’ll have to let time decide.