Album Review – The Wilder Blue’s “Cinco”
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This album’s a total vibe in a “push play and let it roll” kind of listening experience. Their fifth album is solely devoted into leaning into what they do best, which is capturing a mood that reminds you of the late ’70s.
Newest Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#153)
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“MoDErN cOUnTRy SUcKS!” What are you nuts? It’s an embarrassment of riches out here, you just need to know where to point your nose. Turn off Bobby Bones and get to listening to the best in independent country music.
On Brian Setzer’s Health Concerns, Inability to Play Guitar
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With no warning, and with little follow up information, rockabilly legend, big band leader, and bona fide guitar god Brian Setzer let it be known that he is no longer able to play the instrument that made him famous.
Caitlin Cannon Reveals A Lot in New Song/Video “Love Addict”
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Caitlin Cannon is known for being a powerhouse, critically-acclaimed songwriter. But ahead of her upcoming album “Love Addict,” she’s revealing … well, let’s just say, a different side of herself.
Album Review – Jesse Welles – “Middle”
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Even before Jesse Welles wrote, recorded, and released this fully formed 10-song studio album amid sometimes daily song releases on social media, his musical output hovered somewhere near the impossible.
This Graham Barham Guy (A Rant)
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Imagine using the most advanced surgical procedures to meticulously isolate and extract the very kernel essence of what made performers like Sam Hunt and Florida Georgia Line so sinister and cringe
Sturgill Simpson’s “Who The F**k Is Johnny Blue Skies?” Tour On Sale
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So much for retirement. Those who’ve seen Simpson live can attest that he’s having too much damn fun at the moment with the reconstituted lineup of his legendary band to stay home.
DeFord Bailey: A True Star of Early Country With a Misunderstood History
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Though not technically the first country artist on the radio, nor the first on WSM, Bailey is generally regarded as having been the first Grand Ole Opry performer when George Hay introduced him.
Vince Gill Celebrates 50 Years of Making Music with Summer Tour
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This summer will mark 50 years that the 67-year-old Vince Gill has been performing music professionally, and he’s celebrating by going on an extensive tour that will culminate in a four night residency at the Ryman.
After Playing Full Show, Zach Top Refunds Tickets Due to Illness
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There’s a reason Zach Top is the reigning Saving Country Music Artist of the Year, and it’s not just for his music. To achieve such an accolade, you have to be the full package, including displaying personal character.
Alright, I Laughed At This New Clay Walker Tour Name
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you can’t help but laugh at the name of Clay Walker’s new tour called the “Drive Me Smooth Tour.” Though some picked up on the reference immediately, many wondered what was up with the quirky name.
Album Review – The War and Treaty’s “Plus One”
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There is no easy or succinct way to regard The War and Treaty’s new album Plus One. It starts off terribly, but goes on to include perhaps some of the best songs of their entire catalog. It’s not really country at all, until it is…
George Strait, Chris Stapleton Plot Limited Run of 2025 Stadium Shows
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You won’t hear “King” George Strait on the radio, and you’ll barely hear songs from Chris Stapleton these days. But both of these country stalwarts can sell out shows at the stadium level, and will do so once again in 2025.