Couple Gets Engaged During EPIC Silverada Show at Unbroken Circle
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Silverada’s show at the inaugural Unbroken Circle Fest in Madison, Indiana on Friday (9-5) evening was so epic and complete, it included an engagement. But even without it, it was one for the ages.
Exploring the Legacy of the Clement House Recording Studio
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This unassuming building, formerly known as the Cowboy Arms Hotel and Recording Spa, was once the home and creative nucleus of legendary producer and songwriter Cowboy Jack Clement.
Album Review – Charley Crockett’s “Dollar A Day”
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With ‘Dollar A Day,’ the grandiose promises Crockett is prone to slipping into are fulfilled. With 15 tracks, a variety in sound, and a grand scope, it’s everything what you want an album to be, from Charley Crockett or anyone else.
Closing of Coupland Dancehall Speaks to Deeper Concerns in Music
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Along with Luckenbach, TX and Gruene Hall, The Coupland Dancehall in Coupland, TX about 25 miles east of Austin is one of the legendary spots where so much Texas music history has been made.
Country Artist Spencer Hatcher’s Mother Killed, Father Injured in Home Invasion
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Up-and-coming traditional country artist Spencer Hatcher is having to go through the unthinkable after a home invasion has left his mother dead, and his father injured.
Kathy Mattea Invited to be Next Grand Ole Opry Member
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“Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, and thank you!” was Mattea’s response after fellow West Virginian Charlie McCoy posed the question. McCoy came out on stage while Mattea was singing her iconic “18 Wheels and A Dozen Roses.”
Billy Strings Lands Role in “King of the Hill” Reboot
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The new 10-episode season is currently streaming on Hulu. “King of the Hill” featured quite a few country music icons throughout its original run, but this new series features one on every single episode.
Album Review – Hayes Carll’s “We’re Only Human”
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“We’re Only Human” captures an acclaimed songwriter evolving with his music, and challenging an audience to evolve with him.
Joshua Hedley Announces New Western Swing Album “All Hat”
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Mr. Jukebox. The Mayor of Lower Broadway. The Singin’ Professor of Country & Western. Whatever you want to call him, Joshua Hedley has been a radical preservationist of actual country music for years.
Hayley Williams vs. Morgan Wallen, and Understanding Lower Broadway
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Hate on Lower Broadway all you want. But if you really want to make a difference about how that area is evolving, steer people to the places down there that are still doing it right, that act like beacons of true artistic expression.
Cody Jinks, Luke Combs, Willow Avalon, BJ Barham Talk TikTok Dilemma
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At this point, TikTok viralty and Spotify algorithms aren’t just the new thing or the biggest thing. They might be the only thing that matters in music anymore. This creates a dilemma.
Brennen Leigh Announces New Album, Reveals New Song “Dumpster Diving”
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Brennen Leigh is one of the most preeminent country and Western singers of our era. This is the reason some have been sent downright giddy by the recent revelation that Brennen Leigh will be releasing a new album.
Zach Top Reveals Details of New Album “Ain’t In It For My Health”
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Zach Top has revealed the 15-song track list. Along with the Alan Jackson-inspired summer anthem “Good Times & Tan Lines,” Zach Top has also released the song “South of Sanity” from the new record.