The Worst New “Country” Songs of 2026 So Far
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Even as country music continues to improve from the lowest of the lows during Bro-Country, there also continues to be some outright terrible “country” songs being released that offer a strong counter-argument.
One of the Unspoken Reasons for “Blue Dot Fever”
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It’s likely a combination of all of these factors that are affecting the prospects of music tours. But among all the other excuses and explanations, there is one factor few if anyone is citing.
Full Recap and Photos of Willie Nelson’s 2026 4th of July Picnic
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Full recap of the 2026 Willie Nelson 4th of July Picnic at the Germania Amphitheater in Austin, TX. Other performers included Billy Strings, Lukas Nelson, Rodney Crowell, Wilco, Margo Price, Stephen Wilson Jr., Lily Meola, and Sheryl Crow.
TWO Gold Patch Winners Crown Latest Episode of The Hook
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Two Gold Patch winners on the same show? That’s what transpired on the latest installment of The Hook, now available in full. The Gold Patch is only given out when a songwriter absolutely blows the panel away.
“Country Gentleman” Tommy Hunter Has Died
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He was called the “Country Gentleman” because nobody came across more personable than Tommy. That is why his passing on Thursday, July 2nd at the age of 89 was marked with sadness on both sides of the border.
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.