John R. Miller Announces New Album “The Great Unknowing”
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If you know, you know. And what you know is that John R. Miller is one of the greatest songsmiths of this generation, tearing down highways to play for appreciative audiences, and making albums the right way.
The Lost Bloodline of Hank Williams & The Search for Hank IV (Country History X)
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Could it be that the most important and influential bloodline in country music history actually has a lost branch? Country History X Episode #11 delves into this complicated and convoluted story, while now a 4th generation of performers have emerged looking to carry on Hank’s name.
Kathy Mattea Is a Perfect Pick for “Mountain Stage” Host
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Mountain Stage’s longtime host Larry Groce is not going anywhere just yet, so there’s no call for misty eyes and career retrospectives. But after having co-founded and hosted the show since 1983, it was announced last week that Larry will be seceding weekly host duties to Kathy Mattea.
Reconsidering Alan Jackson’s “Where Were You (When The World…)”
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Alan Jackson didn’t want to capitalize off the tragedy, and admitted being reluctant to record and perform it at all. Jackson said that after September 11th, he immediately wanted to write a song about it, if not for the public, then maybe just for himself—to externalize his thoughts.
Charles Wesley Godwin Readies New Album ‘How the Mighty Fall’
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From when we initially heard him though his first band Union Sound Treaty, to his solo album ‘Seneca’ in 2019 that put his West Virginia experience into song, Charles Wesley Godwin has proved himself to be one of the preeminent members of the new resurgence of authentic voices.
Rascal Flatts Member Joe Don Rooney Arrested for DUI
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Guitarist and high harmony singer Joe Don Rooney for the pop country trio Rascal Flatts was arrested early Thursday morning (9-9) for driving under the influence. The 45-year-old was driving near the 1200 block of Hillsboro Road, close to Fieldstone Park just north of Franklin, Tennessee.
Cody Jinks Shares Certified Platinum Song with His Son
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Earlier this week, Cody Jinks finally got his plaques for the achievement, and took to social media to show them off. But this wasn’t just about him. This was a family affair. After all, Cody’s son is a co-writer on “Loud and Heavy,” meaning he gets his own Platinum record as well.
Wait, The 2021 CMA Awards Announced Their Nominees?
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lol, wut? The 2021 CMA Award nominations were announced this morning? Did anyone have this on their calendar? No Robin Roberts pulling envelopes out of Dan + Shay’s seersucker jackets to reveal the nominees live on television? No Hoda Kotb mispronouncing names?
Review – Emmylou Harris – ‘Ramble in Music City: The Lost Concert’
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With great recording quality, excellent vocals and instrument separation, and just enough crowd noise to help put you in the room, “Ramble in Music City: The Lost Concert” is yet another excellent live addition to the already stellar lineup of live albums from Emmylou Harris.
Colter Wall Postpones September, October, November Tour Dates
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Just a few days after announcing the openers, with the majority of the dates sold out, and a day before it was set to commence, Colter Wall announced Wednesday afternoon (9-8) that he is postponing his upcoming tour due to the uncertainty surrounding local restrictions and mandates.
Michael Shannon to Play George Jones in ‘George & Tammy’ Series
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The limited series George & Tammy about the life and marriage of country legends Tammy Wynette and George Jones has found their person to portray The Possum. It had been previously announced that award-winning actress Jessica Chastain would be playing Tammy.
Black Oak Arkansas Founding Guitarist Rickie Lee Reynolds Has Died
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One of the pillars of a band that helped define the cutting edge and craziness of the country rock scene starting in the mid 60’s, Rickie Lee Reynolds continued to play and perform in the band all the way up to his death. Sometimes nicknamed “Risky” or “Ricochet” Reynolds…
Album Review – The Burner Band’s “Signs and Wonders”
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“Signs and Wonders” is country, and old school rock ‘n roll. It’s music from a time when folks didn’t get hung up on labels, only if something was good or not. The challenge for a record like this is making it all feel seamless, and that’s what The Burner Band accomplishes.