Ernest, Zach Top, Sierra Ferrell & More Tribute Keith Whitley
18 CommentsCountry music legend Keith Whitley is gone, but he’s a long way from being forgotten. If anything, the strength and influence of his legacy has only increased over time, and that was illustrated at the Two Step Inn fest.
Album Review – Cody Jinks – “Change The Game”
63 CommentsCody Jinks succeeded at changing the game. But it’s those that continue to change, continue to challenge themselves and refine who they are that will squeeze the most out of this life.
George Strait Camp Loses Two Beloved Members in the Same Day
39 CommentsEarlier this week, the loss of not just one, but two of Strait’s most loyal and long-serving compadres on the same day created a double dose of tragedy no music community should ever have to endure.
Sam Hunt Embarrassingly Casts Himself as Johnny Cash
57 CommentsTo add the mother of all insults to injury, for the video for his new song, Sam Hunt casts himself in the role of Johnny Cash from the iconic San Quentin prison performance from 1969. What hubris.
Album Review – Sierra Ferrell’s “Trail of Flowers”
44 CommentsSimilar to Colter Wall, Sierra Ferrell has taken entirely outmoded and archaic music, and through her weaving of magic, made it more wildly popular and appealing than anyone would ever have imagined it could be.
Officially Declaring March 22nd a Country Music Holiday
64 CommentsFriday, March 22nd is one of those days where not just the top level of album releases includes monster names, but the volume of big album releases overall constitutes such a monster day of new music.
Silverada Formally Announces Self-Titled Album, Releases New Song
24 CommentsPreviously known as Mike and the Moonpies, the Austin-based band shocked the independent country world when they announced the new name change at Mile 0 Fest in Florida in late January.
Beyoncé: “This ain’t a Country album. This is a “Beyoncé album.”
100 CommentsAlong with clarifying that Beyoncé herself believes her upcoming release “Ain’t a country album,” she also further reiterates that the project came about from, “taking my time to bend and blend genres together…”
Willie Nelson to Take Listeners to “The Border” on New Album
23 CommentsThis will be an original Willie Nelson album, meaning it will include original songs written by Willie, as well as other songs carefully selected and recorded to make the album a cohesive, original expression.
Artists Who Made Big Impressions at SXSW 2024
13 CommentsSouth By Southwest (SXSW) in Austin last week was an opportunity to scout for talent, see some important up-and-coming bands, and gauge who is on the rise. Here were some of the best.
Settlement of Jimmie Allen Sexual Assault Lawsuit Settles Nothing
23 CommentsThis doesn’t settle anything, either for Jimmie Allen, the accusers, the public, or the country music industry. It will still leave open questions about what actually happened, and potentially, an issue country needs to reckon with.
Album Review – Luke Grimes – (Self-Titled)
21 CommentsPatient, purposeful, authentic, vulnerable, and expressive, Ol’ Kayce Dutton isn’t just relying on his Yellowstone cred and what your girlfriend thinks is a cute butt to get by. He put in his time, paid some dues…
Guitar Legend James Burton Named to Country Music Hall of Fame
45 CommentsElvis Presley is in both the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Now his legendary guitar player can boast the same. Revealed on Monday, March 18th, guitarist James Burton is the newest Hall of Famer.