Rockabilly Review – Brian Setzer’s “The Devil Always Collects”
22 CommentsBrian Setzer’s new album ‘The Devil Always Collects’ will make you want to paint flames down the side of the family cruiser and start rolling a pack of cigs in the arm of your plain white T.
Roots Under The Texas Sky Holds Inaugural Festival in Garfield
4 CommentsJust east of Austin, TX in the tiny map dot community of Garfield sits the semi-historic Waterhole Saloon. A long-standing local watering hole, it was the scene for the inaugural Roots Under the Texas Sky Festival on November 4th and 5th, which made use of much of the local and regional country and roots talent.
The CMA Had Every Right to Request Media to Refrain from Politics, Just Not to Demand It
23 CommentsA bevy of headlines from numerous country music media sources incensed about the restrictions being put on media emerged in the aftermath of the CMA asking media to not focus on the Las Vegas tragedy or politics in the CMA red carpet, cascading into the internet fury we so regularly see in the current political climate.
10 Badass Sturgill Simpson Moments
30 CommentsOver the last year or so, Sturgill Simpson has certainly earned that distinction of a “badass” as he’s gone from an independent underdog to receiving some of the top recognition in the entire music industry, and stood up to the Music Row establishment in both words and deeds.
Album Review – Richard Lynch’s “Mending Fences”
13 CommentsIf you enjoy the 80’s era of traditional country from artists like George Strait, Randy Travis, and Moe Bandy, then Richard Lynch will be right down your alley. Traditional country, but told from a more modern perspective, and with hints of more classic-era influences and even a little bit of Outlaw….
Tyler Mahan Coe Delves into Country History in the ‘Cocaine & Rhinestones’ Podcast
16 CommentsThose who’ve followed the sometimes winding path of Tyler Mahan Coe know that he’s much more than one of David Allan Coe’s sons. Only fitting that podcasting would fit right into Tyler’s wheelhouse, and while everyone these days thinks they can launch a podcast, Coe has taken a unique approach with his.
Cody Jinks to Re-Issue Breakout Album “Less Wise” w/ Bonus Tracks
61 CommentsIf you can’t get enough of Cody Jinks and you’re hankering for a tide over until his next studio record, consider getting yourself a copy of a re-issue of what many consider Cody’s breakout record, 2010’s Less Wise. Recorded at Blue Smoke Studios in Cody’s home of Ft. Worth, TX on what Cody calls a “nearly zero budget”….
Merle Haggard Receives Distinction in Redding, California Near Final Resting Place
5 CommentsEarlier this week when it was announced that a new Merle Haggard museum and restaurant would be opening up in Nashville next summer, some Merle Haggard fans wondered why Nashville was chosen, and not a location in Northern California. But fans got their wish, and much sooner than they probably anticipated.
Come To Nashville with a Dream, Leave with a Nightmare: The Lesson of Austin Rick
48 CommentsIt happens every single day. Hungry individuals from all around the country and world move to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue a dream of making it big in music. It shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone that the rash of sexual assault and harassment claims emerging in American society eventually made its way to Nashville.
Webster Public Relations Closes After Numerous Sexual Assault Claims Against CEO Kirt Webster
19 CommentsWebster Public Relations—one of country music’s largest publicity firms that represents artists as far ranging as Dolly Parton to Justin Moore to Kid Rock—has ceased operations after its president and CEO Kirt Webster was accused of sexual assault by a former artist represented by the firm, followed by other sexual assault claims.
Sturgill Simpson Deletes Social Media Feeds After Leaving Cryptic Message
96 CommentsWhat is going on with Sturgill Simpson these days? That answer just became a lot harder to come by after the Grammy-winning singer and performer wiped his social media feeds somewhere around Tuesday, October 24th. Not only is all his Twitter and Instagram content completely gone, so are the accounts themselves.
Kirt Webster, Country’s Most Prolific Publicist, Accused of Sexual Assault by Former Artist
50 CommentsKirt Webster, who is the President and CEO of the prolific Webster Public Relations firm based in Nashville, has been accused of sexual assault and molestation by a former artist. In great detail, Austin Rick, who performed under the name Austin Cody in the late oughts.
Turnpike Troubadours Shake Up Country Albums Chart with “A Long Way From Your Heart”
29 CommentsThe Turnpike Troubadours have just crashed the mainstream party at the top of the Billboard Country Albums chart with the release of their latest record, ‘A Long Way From Your Heart.’ Signed to Thirty Tigers, and with little help from radio beyond regional play, they continue to show what quality music and grassroots efforts can result in.