Album Review – Nicholas Jamerson’s “The Narrow Way”
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In certain parts of eastern Kentucky where songwriting is highly revered, the name of Nicholas Jamerson isn’t just thought of as an equal to titans like Sturgill Simpson and Tyler Childers. It’s held in an even higher regard.
“Garden Song” Composer and Country Songwriter David Mallett Dies
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To tell the story of David Mallett, you must start with “Garden Song.” Having Pete Seeger cover one of your songs is the ultimate validation in folk circles, but a cavalcade of performers added it to their repertoire.
Hey Screw Blackstone and Their Stupid Country Song
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Blackstone is far and away the largest commercial landlord in history, and now these cretins have decided that the way to entice new investors to their funds is to “go country,” dressing their executive suite robber barons in cowboy duds.
The 2024 Christmas Country Playlist (UPDATED)
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If you’re looking for that perfect Christmas playlist that specializes in country music, and is dedicated to new songs or new version of old classics released this year, you’ve come to the right place.
The Best Mainstream Country Albums of 2024
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You can’t save country music while ignoring commercial country. One of the ways we address the mainstream is by highlighting the best albums in the mainstream in hopes they help influence country moving forward.
The Great Johnny Cash Christmas Robbery and Kidnapping
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This is the story of the Christmas kidnapping and robbery of Johnny Cash and his family. It happened on Christmas Day 1982 at 6:00 pm, just as Johnny Cash, members of his family, and distinguished guests had sat down for Christmas dinner.
Social Media Turmoil Creates Diaspora for Independent Music Fans
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Ever since the rise of social media, the various platforms have never been more diluted and Balkanized, turning once vibrant, active, and engaged music communities into a diaspora splayed amongst a of host of different services.
Brooks & Dunn Hint at Possibility for New, Original Music
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What Brooks & Dunn fans really want to know is if or when the duo might be interested in releasing some legitimately new music. It’s been since 2007’s Cowboy Town that they did. Well, according to Kix Brooks…
Album Review – Ty Smith & The Minor Offenses (Self-Titled)
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If you’ve already composed your “Best of 2024” list, you better have done it in pencil and not ink, because Ty Smith & The Minor Offenses out of Oklahoma will be butting in line here momentarily and demanding to be near the top.
The Connection Between Willie Nelson and Texas Roadhouse Restaurants
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Everyone knows about Willie Nelson’s country music legacy, his altruistic endeavors through Farm Aid and other initiatives. But not enough is made about Willie Nelson the entrepreneur.
Album Review – Riley Green’s “Don’t Mind If I Do”
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Every guy wants to be him. Every lady wants to be under him. He’s Riley Green, who’s built that following through a more organic, grassroots approach as opposed to radio play.
What It’s Really Like to Play a Country Music Festival
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Viral star Oliver Anthony unleashed a firestorm recently when he made multiple accusations against performers at country festivals as part of a greater 15-minute video rant addressing some of the ills of the country industry.
Documentary on the Life of Keith Whitley On The Way
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Finally, a full fledged documentary on the life and death of Country Music Hall of Famer Keith Whitley is on the way. To be directed by Oscar-nominated Zach Heinzerling of McCartney 3,2,1 miniseries fame…