Traditionalist Hudson Westbrook Makes Wrong Turn with Marshmello
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It was less than a year ago that we were praising young up-and-coming West Texas country artist Hudson Westbrook as one of the names responsible for the surging popularity of traditional country.
Charles Wesley Godwin Announces New EP “Lonely Mountain Town”
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It’s a time of high cotton in independent country, and the bumper crop keeps coming in, both in the form of new music for fans, and elevated opportunities for deserving artists. Charles Wesley Godwin is one of those artists.
Dispelling The Myth That Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” is a Country Album
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In the aftermath of Beyoncé winning the Grammy for Best Country Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards, it begs for a deeper look into the album, along with the marketing, conversation, and media coverage surrounding it
On Beyoncé’s Best Country Album Grammy for “Cowboy Carter”
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Cowboy Carter’s Best Country Album win wasn’t earned, it was compelled. Unequivocally, Beyoncé told us herself about her 2024 album Cowboy Carter, “This ain’t a country album.” But apparently, Grammy voters disagree.
Sierra Ferrell Wins BIG at 2025 Grammy Awards
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From a homeless and train hopping busker, to one of the fastest-rising stars in independent roots music, to now a three-time Grammy-winning artist, the hopeful and inspiring story of singer and songwriter Sierra Ferrell only continues to get sweeter.
Longtime Eagles / Country Guitarist Steuart Smith Retires Due to Illness
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He was both the touring and studio guitarist for The Eagles for 25 years, but also contributed significantly to numerous country music tours and albums over his tenure, and was one of the most respected musicians in Nashville.
Jesse Welles Announces New Highly Anticipated Studio Album “Middle”
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Saving Country Music called Jesse Welles the 2024 Songwriter of the Year, knowing that what he did in 2024 was unprecedented, but what he might do in 2025 could be even more important as the world slowly wakes up to him.
Joe Ely Health Concerns Revealed Ahead of New Album
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Joe Ely’s wife and manager Sharon Ely explains has been suffering from some serious health issues lately as he prepared to release a new album titled “Love and Freedom.”
Album Review – Tennessee Jet’s “Ranchero”
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The name will probably be familiar to independent country fans. Whether you’ve seen it ascribed as TJ McFarland, or his stage name Tennessee Jet, he’s a primary member of the Cody Jinks songwriting collective.
Country Music’s Oldest Living Legends & Links to the Past (3.0)
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Every once in a while, it is important to stop down, pay tribute, and appreciate all of the living legends we still have around in country and roots music. Some trace back to the very formations of country.
“Western AF” Remembers Luke Bell on His 35th Birthday
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Instead of focusing on Luke Bell’s death and the circumstances surrounding it, YouTube video channel/production company Western AF is focusing on his life with a new 50-minute extended feature.
Alison Krauss & Union Station Announce 1st Album in 14 Years, “Arcadia”
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Collectively, the current members of Alison Krauss and Union Station have 70 Grammy nominations between them. Both their upcoming tour starting in April, as well as Arcadia will be highly anticipated.
Album Review – The Doohickeys – “All Hat No Cattle”
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Some folks forget that comedy in some ways is just as integral to the classic versions of country music as fiddle and steel guitar. It’s just that all of these elements have been forsaken by certain modern versions of commercial country.