George Strait & Alan Jackson Sing “Murder on Music Row” One Last Time
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Though all of those that showed up to pay tribute to Alan deserve credit, perhaps no name was bigger and more anticipated than long-time friend and sometimes duet partner, “King” George Strait.
Album Review – Mack Geiger’s “Walk a Straight Line”
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It feels like you can’t spit these days without hitting a new neotraditionalist. But that doesn’t make the songs of the meteorically-rising Mack Geiger any less impressive. He doesn’t just have the style and sound, but songs that yearn for something.
New Viewing Options Open Up for Alan Jackson’s Final Concert
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Only a few lucky souls will get to witness Alan Jackson’s final show up close and personal in Nashville at Nissan Stadium. But luckily, provisions are now in place to make sure none of us miss it entirely.
“Bronwyn” Announces New Name, New Album
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From now on, she will only go by her distinctive first name, Bronwyn. What will not change is her deep commitment to sharing the virtues and her enthusiasm for bluegrass. You hear that in the leads single.
New Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Playlist (#180)
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Don’t trust the dirty algorithms, paid-off outlets, or paid-for influencers to present you the best songs being released in country. We’re meticulously digging through dozens of songs each week to find the best stuff to present all in one place.
Album Review – Midland’s “Stages”
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Where to land on Midland might have just as much to do with your mood that day as it does with the band and the music itself. But it’s hard to stay mad about them when listening to their new album “Stages.”
American Aquarium Finds “New Ways To Lose” on Upcoming Album
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The band’s new album “New Ways to Lose” will be released on June 26th—a relatively quick turnaround time from announcement to street date. But BJ Barham’s got some things to say, and sooner than later is the time.
Album Review – Alex Amen’s “Sun of Amen”
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When it comes to an album that you can set to play, leave it running and repeating endlessly that will fill a home or a happy road trip with nothing but mood-enhancing moments, you’ll be hard pressed to find a better replacement to “Sun of Amen.”
Dissecting ‘The New York Times’ Top 100 Songwriters Poll
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The New York Times did do something last week to help address the continuing controversy around their songwriters list, and it became an excellent illustration of the deeper cultural rot at the heart of elite music coverage.
Anthony Enriquez of Texas Country Duo Shotgun Rider Has Died
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Anthony Enriquez, one of the members of the promising Texas duo Shotgun Rider, has died, Saving Country Music can confirm. The lead guitar player and songwriter was beloved throughout the Texas scene.
The Best New Country Songs of 2026 So Far
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It’s time to consider the best songs and singles of 2026 so far. Opinions on songs are always more varied than even with albums. But the point of this exercise is to help inform the public about a song they might have missed.
Tyler Childers Reschedules Tour Dates Due to Birth of New Child
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Tyler Childers is currently touring behind his Grammy-winning album Snipe Hunter, but won’t be playing a couple of the upcoming tour dates. Instead he will be rescheduling his shows due to the birth of his second child.
Voice of The Grand Ole Opry and Radio Hall of Famer Bill Cody Has Died
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Arguably nobody had a more recognizable voice in country music over the last 30+ years who wasn’t a singer himself. He might have not penned the tunes that send shivers down our spine, or sing them with grand eloquence…