Ashley McBryde Reveals Details for New “Wild” Album
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Instead of worrying about sales and stats, Ashley’s decided to double down on what she does best, and what brings here the most meaning: unflinchingly brutal and honest songs that burrow deep into the emotional reservoirs of life.
The Question Lingers, “Could Todd Snider’s Death Been Prevented?”
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As we near two weeks since the passing of beloved songwriter Todd Snider on November 14th, it seems the questions surrounding his time in Salt Lake City leading up to his death have only grown deeper.
Randall King’s a “Big Deal” in Country, But Currently Not on a Label
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On November 21st, Randall King released a new single called “Big Deal.” Some Randall King fans quickly noticed that on the copyright stamp of the single, Warner Music Nashville wasn’t mentioned.
New Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#169)
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As you hit the road for a Thanksgiving trip or hang around with family roasting a turkey, what better time to catch up with the best and latest tunes in country before we all get crushed in the avalanche of Christmas music.
Benjamin Tod Claps Back at Gavin Adcock (not Sam Barber)
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Singer/songwriter Benjamin Tod has been mixing it up more and more in the country music space lately, specifically calling out the cucks in the industry that didn’t spend a second paying dues.
Why Billy Strings’ Revelations About Mother’s Death Are So Important
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Billy Strings didn’t need to air the personal business of his deceased mother in public. But Billy’s choice to reveal her cause of death shows the wisdom of this young man.
Randy Travis Has a New Song. And No, It’s Not AI
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Randy’s new song has nothing to do with AI. Taken from the archives of recordings captured before his 2013 stroke, “Where My Heart Is” is a Christmas song that perfect for the impending season.
Album Review – Lance Roark’s “Bad Reputation”
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Lance Roark was patient in officially presenting his debut album to the planet, forging his own sound, finding the unique contours of his voice, and making his case for being Red Dirt’s next star.
Country Music and Muscle Shoals Great Walt Aldridge Has Died
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Songwriting and the many memorable hits Walt Aldridge penned is probably the place most music fans will recognize the name. After all, he was an inductee into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Album Review – Jake Owen’s “Dreams To Dream”
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Produced by Shooter Jennings at his Snake Mountain Studio, it’s like nothing you ever heard from Jake Owen or really any current or former mainstream country music before.
Todd Snider ‘Assault’ Determined to Be ‘Self-Inflicted Injury’, Police Say
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After reviewing surveillance footage from Todd Snider’s hotel and doing further investigating, the Salt Lake City Police Department has determined that the alleged assault on Todd Snider was likely a self-induced injury.
Paul Franklin Was Nominated 33 Times for a CMA Award. #33 Was The Charm
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What do these silly awards mean? Should we devalue music into a competition? These are fair questions. But for Paul Franklin, the win has to be especially sweet, perhaps more sweeter than anyone…
The 2025 CMA Awards LIVE Blog (+Winners)
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Congratulations, you have navigated your way to the notorious Saving Country Music CMA Awards LIVE blog. As the presentation unfolds, snark, keen observations, earned praise, and a few swear words and errant typos.