Alan Jackson’s Not Done Releasing New Albums Just Yet
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But even as Alan Jackson announces his final tour and final concert, he assured us he wasn’t done with music entirely, including releasing new songs or albums. It turns out we won’t have to wait long.
Album Review – Bella White’s “A Sign In The Weather”
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Like something sweet left outside for any extended period of time in the summer, the voice of Bella White attracts a multitude of living things with its siren-like quality calling out for yearning hearts to come be filled from its bounty.
Hank Williams III Re-Emerges Shouting out Kelsey Rae Copeland
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Recently, the 3rd generation performer showed his face and piped up to tout throwback country artist Kelsey Rae Copeland. “The Patsy Cline/Loretta Lynn of the younger generation,” Hank3 said in a post.
What’s the Hall of Fame Doing Highlighting This Charlie Handsome Quote?
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It’s hard to know where to start being enraged at or deconstructing this recent piece of media released by the Country Music Hall of Fame. First off, why are we featuring a pop producer in a display at the Country Music Hall of Fame?
Rhett Akins Invited to Become New Member of the Grand Ole Opry
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Better him than his son. But it’s really hard to feel one way or another about the Grand Ole Opry choosing songwriter and performer Rhett Akins as its newest inductee. Nonetheless, he will be the next Grand Ole Opry member.
Album Review – Addison Johnson’s “The State I’m In”
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The perfect balance between familiar and accessible, and involved and thought-provoking. This is country music at an elevated level that belies Addison Johnson’s otherwise underdog status.
On Taylor Swift Getting Booed at Alan Jackson’s Final Concert
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As has been pretty widely reported, as the visage of Taylor Swift was displayed at the concert, it was met with a showering of boos. Looking through the videos, you can also hear plenty of cheers. In truth, it was a mixed reception.
Billy Strings Announces New Album “So Much For Goodbyes”
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It’s been this combination of reverence for tradition, while also breaking its bounds that has earned Strings a massive audience full of bluegrass purists right beside jamgrass party kids and old stoner hippies.
“First Lady of the Mandolin” Donna Stoneman Has Died
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The First Lady of the Mandolin has died. And with her passing, the story of one of the most important families in country music history comes to a close. Ernest “Pop” Stoneman’s success predated the formation of country.
Charley Crockett Signs with Atlantic Outpost, Plots Return of New Album “Clovis”
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The saga continues for Charley Crockett and his 2026 album Clovis, with the plot thickening from a new label signing, and a promise for the album’s return on 4th of July weekend.
Album Review – Cody Johnson’s “Banks of the Trinity”
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“Banks of the Trinity” finds Cody Johnson exploring much more contemporary, radio-friendly sounds as opposed to sticking to the more traditional sound his fans have become accustomed to.
George Strait & Alan Jackson Sing “Murder on Music Row” One Last Time
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Though all of those that showed up to pay tribute to Alan deserve credit, perhaps no name was bigger and more anticipated than long-time friend and sometimes duet partner, “King” George Strait.
New Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Playlist (#181)
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Don’t ruin a summer outdoor party by blasting the latest Luke Bryan single. Are you serious? Show off your knowledge of actual country music, and help spread the word about worthy artists by indulging in this playlist instead.