Violet Hensley, Oldest Living Country Legend, Dies at 109
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She was known by numerous names, including the “Whittling Fiddler” and the “Stradivarius of the Ozarks.” And in the country music realm, she was the oldest living legend, and by a mile, being designated as a “Living Treasure.”
Surprise Appearances and Powerful Moments Grace The Hook Episode 9
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You never know who is going to show up to The Hook, or what’s going to happen. That’s part of the fun. But each week it seems someone with a name behind them in music shows up unexpected, and something happens that helps reset your mind.
On His Birthday, Rodney Crowell’s Most Iconic Album Returns
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Just over two years ago in July of 2024, arguably Crowell’s most iconic album disappeared online, and for reasons that are still unspecified. But there’s good news here on Crowell’s 76th birthday. The album has returned.
Album Review – Silverada’s “Living Proof”
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Instead of trying to re-create the past and try to meet the lofty expectations, Mike Harmeier and the boys simply focus in on being the best version of themselves they can be with the lineup of the band as it’s presently constructed.
Pedal Steel Legend and Producer Tommy Detamore Has Died
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Certain people in music just have a distinctive touch that their fellow musicians recognize, and want to tap into whenever they’re making music, whether on the stage, or in the studio. That is how Tommy Detamore ended up in the credits of so many records.
Album Review – Robert Henry & the Repeaters – “Down The Road”
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Delightfully unpretentious, and insulated from all the trend chasing back east, they’re just writing, recording, and releasing country songs and records that emulate their heroes, and come with immediate appeal.
‘San Antonio Current’ Beclowns Itself with Charley Crockett Data Center Story
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If you need any more validation that some weird social contagion around attempting to take down Charley Crockett has taken hold among a certain population, look no further than this irresponsible, and arguably libelous new article.
Rockabilly Is Revived at New Great Lakes Rockabilly Road Trip
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Rockabilly music as a genre is well over 70 years old. And yet it survives, coming back in style every few decades as artists from new generations discover it and recognize its coolness and cultural cache.
Making Sense of Stella Lefty and New Song “Boston”
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All of the Ella Langley accolades and attention have somewhat overshadowed the rather incredible success of another song, Stella Lefty’s “Boston.” Whether it deserves to be or not, it has also been assigned to the domain of “country.”
Robert’s Western World Announces Satellite Location at New Nashville Stadium
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On the 300 level of the new stadium slated to be open in February of 2027, there will be a mini version of Robert’s Western World. Similar to a satellite establishment you might see at an airport, it will include Robert’s Western World staples.
Billy Strings Plays West Virginia Dive Bar for Hours on Day Off
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Billy String jumped up on stage with his Gibson SG electric guitar, and according to the lucky bastards who were there, played all night. Video corroborates that Billy sat in with the John Inghram Band, throwing down licks on songs.
Album Review – Wyatt Flores – “Scared of Heights”
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Wyatt Flores is one of the most thoughtful, honest, expressive, and gripping songwriters of this new generation of Texas and Red Dirt performers. But let’s just be open and clear-eyed about exactly what “Scared of Heights” is.
Merle Haggard Helped Get Brooks and Dunn Back Together
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Merle Haggard deserves credit for a lot. But who knew that late in his career when an aging Merle Haggard was in his swan song, he also played a pivotal role in the legacy of another Country Music Hall of Fame act: Brooks & Dunn.