It Feels Like The Entirety of the Music Industry is Now Fraudulent
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Some will read the headline and say, “Come on. This is ridiculous and alarmist.” Others will say, “Well of course it is. You’ve been reporting on this stuff for going on two decades. Aren’t you being a master of the obvious?”
Jamey Johnson Throws Cold Water on New Album Talk
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In February, Jamey Johnson’s long-time legendary steel guitar player “Cowboy” Eddie Long spoke with the Small Batch Network in an hour-long interview, and during the discussion, the topic of new music coming from Jamey Johnson came up. Well it turns out Eddie Long was speaking out of turn.
Placing Odds on a Turnpike Troubadours Reunification
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I haven’t wanted to do this. Because ultimately, it should be the primary members and partners of the Turnpike Troubadours who should be allowed to control the narrative about any potential reunification, or the lack thereof for the band that went on indefinite hiatus two years ago.
Jesse Daniel Announces New Album “Beyond These Walls”
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One of the fastest-rising names in traditional country music over the last few years has been small town California-native turned Texas transplant Jesse Daniel. Now in a quick turnaround time from his highly-regarded album “Rollin’ On” from 2020, he’s ready to release another long player.
It’s Been a Little Quiet on the Tyler Childers Front
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Hopefully Tyler Childers is holding back, writing songs, perhaps recording them as well, and getting ready for some big announcements, not that he’s due for a new record or anything. Hopefully some big Tyler Childers news is coming soon. The calm before the storm.
Album Review – Cole Chaney’s “Mercy”
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Where many have dipped their toes into the Kentucky experience with their music, Cole Chaney wades in up to the neck, hollering and wailing about coal mines, flooding catastrophes, dreams cauterized in their infancy due to fleeting opportunities, and other conflagrations…
Jason Eady Announces New Album “To The Passage of Time”
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The singing Texas troubadour, and the Godfather of the Sequestered Songwriters Jason Eady will be back with his eighth studio album called “To The Passage of Time.”It was produced by Jason Eady’s longtime friend Gordy Quist of Band of Heathens.
Blackberry Smoke Reboots Ambitious “Spirit of the South” Tour
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It was a really cool idea when Southern rock gods Blackberry Smoke announced it in early March of 2020. The “Spirit of the South Tour: A Celebration of Southern Rock and Roll” would combine their talents with the Allman Betts Band, the Wild Feathers, along with Allman Brothers member Jaimoe.
Johnny Cash, Joseph Stalin, & the Morse Code Crack (Country History X)
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This is the story of how none other than Johnny Cash was the first person to intercept the World-changing news of Soviet Premier Joseph Stalin’s death, and communicate it to the Free World while stationed in Germany as a Morse code interceptor for the Air Force.
Connie Smith Announces New Marty Stuart-Produced Album
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Country Music Hall of Famer and Grand Ole Opry member Connie Smith is getting ready to release her first new record in a decade, and one thing is for sure, it’ll be country. Called The Cry of the Heart, once again her husband Marty Stuart will be the producer.
Album Review – Alan Jackson’s “Where Have You Gone”
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Just the sound of his voice, just the image he displays, just the shadow that he casts is enough to stir something deep inside of us that’s warm and favorable from all the memories made that Alan Jackson has been a part of. He has reached that level reserved for only a select few artists.
Folk Soul Revival is Calling It Quits
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Country and roots revivalist band Folk Soul Revival is calling it quits after almost 13 years. Announced in late April, the band has booked some final shows throughout 2021, and then will be going their separate ways. Originally from Wise, Virginia, the band amassed a strong following…
Newest Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#83)
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It’s been a while since we loaded up the playlist with new selections, and there have been a ton of superb new songs released over the last few weeks. This results in a massive update of some excellent new tracks that deserve to be on your radar, so look alive.