Country’s beloved duo, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn, released “Lead Me On” in 1971 as the first single and title track from the album of the same name. It became the second No. 1 on the U.S. country singles chart for the pair as a duo and dominated the top of the chart for a … Read more
Whenever a country fan hears the song “Troubadour,” the first thing they think of is George Strait. The King of Country gave the song an iconic status after releasing it in 2008 as the second single and title track from his album of the same name. Surprisingly, “Troubadour” is not one of Strait’s No. 1 … Read more
Back in 1973, a variety of greats gave a stellar performance of the gospel tune “I’ll Fly Away.” The Hee Haw show had always featured gospel singers performing gospel songs and church song standards. And in one memorable episode, Roy Clark and Grandpa Jones from the Hee Haw Gospel Quartet teamed up with David ‘Stringbean’ … Read more
In 1972, Tom T. Hall released the song “Old Dogs, Children And Watermelon Wine” as the second and final single album, The Storyteller. It went on becoming Hall’s third No. 1 on the U.S. country singles chart and even earned him his second nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Country Song. Indeed, “Old Dogs, … Read more
Toby Keith scored a chart-topping hit with his single “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue (The Angry American)” when he released it as the lead single from his album Unleashed in 2002. The song reached the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and peaked at No. 25 on the Billboard … Read more
In one touching video, a group of U.S. Marines took a break from their intense training and structured regimens to come together and sing, “Lord, I Lift Your Name on High.” Accompanied by an acoustic guitar, the Marines did not hold back. Instead, they harmoniously sign and gesture that you can feel a sincere sense … Read more
For people who have been part of the music industry for a long time, remembering grand or simple things could really get them sobbing. It could be about their first break, their first music video, every stepping stone of their career is something they would always cherish. Today’s highlights are the members of Runaway June; … Read more
Several details regarding this year’s CMA Awards have been handed out and many others are still to be made. But for long-time CMA co-hosts Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, it was a long 11-year learning curve, of close calls and near misses until they’re able to master their craft as hosts of the annual awards … Read more
Keith Whitley released “Don’t Close Your Eyes” as the third single of his album of the same name in 1988. It shot straight to No. 1 on the country charts, while peaking at No. 2 in Canada. It also became Billboard’s No. 1 country Single of The Year. Written by Bob McDill, “Don’t Close Your … Read more
Pulled from the archives, this footage will give you a rare glimpse into the early years of one country icon. Making an appearance on the Saturday Night Beech-Nut Show in January 1959, Dick Clark excitedly announced his surprise guest, and it was no other than Conway Twitty! The audience can be heard roaring in the … Read more
Due to the extra downtime, most of our country artists today have their situation could be a make or break scenario for their career. With tours canceled due to the pandemic, the time usually spent on their travels are now back into our artists’ hands, and it’s their business whether to use it to laze … Read more
Are you ready for The Voice Season 19? Yes, that is right! It is the 19th season of The Voice and they are airing this 2020! The 18th season of The Voice might not have ended we’ve thought it to be as the show ended in having the judges and the contestants shoot in their homes. Though … Read more
Reba McEntire‘s boyfriend, Rex Linn, was described by the country superstar as a breath of fresh air, and she gets butterflies whenever she hears his voice. She says she feels like a “giddy teenager again” since they started dating. “I’m in love,” McEntire recently told Good Morning America.” [Being in love] really inspires me to … Read more
Get your favourite cowboy boots and buckle up for the 54th CMA Awards! It would be a night of country music festivities and a night of honor as we witness our favorite country music artists perform and get recognized for the work that they have done over the past year. Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker are … Read more
Country artists nowadays may seem to have a lot of downtimes but they never stopped honing their craft even in the tiniest corners of their homes. Let’s take a closer look at one of Country Music’s rising artist, Matt Stell as he uses his free time as an opportunity to broaden the scope of his … Read more
Every once in a while we hear people around us go for a change of pace, something to twist up their life and bring back the thrill not experienced in their normal routine. While some paces are reversible, some pick to risk these for eternity like one of our notable country singer Luke Combs who … Read more
6 years after they first met, Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton’s love just keeps on growing. On Saturday, October 3, Blake Shelton took it to his socials to post probably the sweetest birthday greeting you could ever read that day. Gwen Stefani, Blake Shelton’s long-time girlfriend, turned 51 last Saturday. Remembering all the beautiful moments … Read more
It has been three years since Miranda Lambert released a full album for herself with “The Weight of These Wings.” The 24- track album dwells on regrets, rebounds, and emotional resets that one feels after experiencing a divorce. Now, “Wildcard” tells a more concise story. Here are some of the things that you need to … Read more
Nothing beats the holidays like spending Christmas with your relatives and family especially when it comes to your godparents giving you allowances or spoiling you with treats. We’ve all been in there, but have you ever heard of a godmother and goddaughter duo that is sure to spice up the joys of the season? Here’s … Read more
Better prepare gold for the olds, because nothing spells music like experience and fermentation through time. Occasionally, we see young artists revive the works from the early generation but now, it’s getting quite common. But to actually see the same set of people re’-release the songs they made for a more robust feel, it’s like … Read more
Legendary country pop artist and legendary songwriter Mac Davis passed away on September 29 at the age of 78 after some complications following heart surgery. Mac Davis, Every Hitmaker’s Man for the Job Davis first earned his success as a songwriter when he wrote ‘90s hits “Don’t Cry Daddy,” “A Less Conversation” and “In The … Read more
Following his 2019 number 1 hit single, “Rumors” and his hit collaboration with Carly Pearce, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” Lee Brice is back on top of the charts with his newest single, “One of Them Girls.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lee Brice (@leebrice) on Sep 28, 2020 at 1:29pm … Read more
Just hearing stories about a simple life in a small town in a small house somewhere can cause great joy especially for those who experienced it firsthand. That’s what Laine Hardy wanted to impart to us; his joyous childhood, simple yet happy life when he lived in Livingston, Louisiana, a tiny town where people like … Read more
Leigh Guest recently wrote a song to the millennials and the Generation Z – which she called “an uplifting life advice song” – called “Fk Your Feelings.” “We went from several generations of hardworking Americans to a bunch of young fucking pussies who live at home with their moms until they’re fucking thirty-one and can’t … Read more
After releasing her very first Christmas album, “My Gift,” 2020 Entertainer of the Year, Carrie Underwood has another special gift for you this Christmas. In partnership with HBO Max, Carrie Underwood will do a season special. The 7x-time Grammy winner will be featured performing songs from her Christmas album, “The Gift.” Underwood’s HBO Max Christmas … Read more
The friendship between Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson is something that is tested by time, experience, hard work, and excellence in their field. But all these were only possible through the nick of time when fate leads them to work in the same company and the same basement at the time when they were brought … Read more
Sometimes, things in life wouldn’t always go the way you wanted it to go. And these are the ‘sometimes’ that life is going to teach you to go the hard way around where the peak of defeat gives you the feeling that everything you’ve worked for will come crashing down in a single instant. We’ve … Read more
Justin Moore is releasing an album that commemorates the first time he ever played in Ryman Auditorium. Recorded two years ago, Moore’s first Live album came at the exact time when fans are missing Live music. Seeing that the collective efforts in helping people mentally are just not enough, the country singer decided to pitch … Read more
What makes up a good Country Music? Is it the vibes, the mood, or just plain music itself? But really, the answer is really subjective. It depends on the artist and the audience, and the way they interpret a piece. As for Chris Stapleton’s ‘Cold,’ what lingers and stings most is the ploy in his … Read more
You probably have already heard of Granger Smith’s alter-ego, Earl Dibbles Jr., Together, they sang the Country version of the classic ‘If Your Happy and You Know it’ and out of it comes the ‘Country and Ya Know it.’ But before we get to the song, first watch Earl Dibbles Jr.’s interview with Granger Smith … Read more