Dr. Hook’s Final Original Member Dennis Locorriere Has Died
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The longest living, and longest serving original member of the country rock band Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show (later known simply as Dr. Hook) has died. Dennis Locorriere joined the band as the bass player.
One Dead, Many Disgruntled After RedWest Weather Cancellation
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Due to inclement weather, the sets for the Saturday night headliners were washed out, with many fans taking online to complain, one fan dying, and now a class-action lawsuit is being threatened.
50 Year Ago: George Strait Plays First Professional Gig
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From humble beginnings and low expectations to the very pinnacle of the country genre, George Strait is an inspiration for all those country performers getting up on stage to play their first professional gig.
Album Review – “It’s All Her Fault, a Tribute to Cindy Walker”
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It’s a celebration of generations of country women and excellent songwriters, reminding us how important women were to the foundations of country, and how critical they are to preserving those traditions today.
‘Wall Street Journal’ Causes Stir By Initially Calling Johnny Cash “Uncool”
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‘The Wall Street Journal’ stepped in it pretty good late last week while strangely deciding to step into the realm of country music by initially characterizing Johnny Cash as “uncool.”
Album Review – Wesley Hanna’s “Magnolia”
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‘Magnolia’ is certain the right thing when it comes to country music. It’s an exploration of the history of Wesley Hanna and his family rendered in traditional country style.
Vince Gill Signs Lifetime Record Deal, Readies New Music
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In an unprecedented move, country music legend Vince Gill has signed a lifetime recording deal with his current and long-time record label MCA. Gill is also prepping to release multiple EPs.
Media and Public Beclown Themselves Over Unreleased Zach Bryan Song
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What do I think of the new Zach Bryan song? I have no idea what I think about it, because I’ve never heard it. You may think you have all kinds of opinions about it. But you’ve never heard the song either.
Alan Jackson Sets Final Show … With Some Interesting Openers
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The details of the final Alan Jackson show have been released. “Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale” will happen with a big list of supporting talent.
Album Review – Cole Chaney’s “In The Shadow of the Mountain”
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What Cole Chaney does through ‘In The Shadow of the Mountain’ and its grunge influence is carve out a niche all his own, outside of the shadow of the mountainous careers of fellow Kentuckians like Sturgill, Childers, and Stapleton.
Legendary Texas Tornados Member Speedy Sparks Has Died
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Speedy Sparks was like the patron saint, and was thought of in no less regard than the legendary performers he had the pleasure of performing with over the years.
Coupland Dancehall to Remain Open Amid New Partnership
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The buzz created in Central Texas from the announced Coupland closing brought a new suitor forward who plans to revitalize the spot, and keep live music happening there into the future.
Mempho Music Fest 2025 Features Top Names in Insurgent Country
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To be able to see Sierra Ferrell, Charley Crockett, and Tyler Childers all on the same bill—and not at some 50,000-person megafest—is incentive enough. Add John R. Miller, and Memphis legends Amy Lavere and Lucero…