Songwriters Don Robertson and Hal Blair wrote a song titled “Please Help Me, I’m Falling” back in 1960, and the crystal-clear tenor voice of Hank Locklin first recorded it. He was one of the most prominent figures of that time, helping shape the Nashville sound, and this track was part of that legacy. This was … Read more
In 1953, Howard Barnes, a popular English lyricist, wrote the song “I Really Don’t Want to Know” along with songwriter and pianist Don Robertson. Since it was published, it has been sung by a long list of big-name country artists like Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton & Willie Nelson, and Jerry Lee Lewis, to name a … Read more
In 1971, Charley Pride took a big step in his career when he released his first gospel song, “Did You Think to Pray,” as part of his album of the same title. Charley Pride was the first African American to make a name for himself in country music. He is one of the pioneers of … Read more
In 1980, the American country music band Alabama released the chart-topping song titled “Tennessee River” as part of their album, My Home’s in Alabama. Upon the song’s release, it immediately landed the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Magazine Hot Country Singles chart and No. 1 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart. The song … Read more
In January 1985, a supergroup of 46 of the biggest music artists of the time, including Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, and Billy Joel, as well as country stars Ray Charles, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kenny Rogers, teamed up to record “We Are The World” in one cr𝖺zy, all-night session. The charity single was written … Read more
Country music singer-songwriter Zach Bryan released “Pink Skies” as part of his album of the same title. It immediately became the talk of the town because of the (definitely not pop) modern catchy country tune and the controversy surrounding its promotions. Because of that, Pink Skies instantly climbed up the charts, landing at no.1 on … Read more
When Hank Williams arrived in 1949 in Nashville, he didn’t wait long to become one of the biggest stars in country music. A year later until 1951, he enjoyed the peak of his success, becoming one of the most accomplished touring acts and charting every record he put out – well, except the ones issued … Read more
Festival Title: Cavendish Beach Music Festival 2024 Festival Duration: July 5-7, 2024 Venue: Route 6 Ranch in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island, Canada Performers Include: Brothers Osborne, Tyler Childers, Zac Brown Band, and more Ticket Information: Get Your Tickets Here The largest multi-day outdoor music festival in Atlantic Canada, Cavendish Beach Music Festival, is ready to … Read more
Festival Title: Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic 2024 Festival Duration: July 4, 2024 Venue: Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey Performers Include: Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, and more Ticket Information: Get Your Tickets Here Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic is moving into its new home at the … Read more
Country singer Travis Tritt scored his first number-one hit with his second release from his 1990 debut album Country Club titled “Help Me Hold On.” He co-wrote it with accomplished songwriter Pat Terry under Warner Brothers Nashville. Fellow country music artist Dana McVicker lent her voice for the background vocals while producer Gregg Brown also … Read more
Country singer Carrie Underwood graced the last day stage of the Carolina Country Music Fest 2024 in Myrtle Beach and delivered one hell of a performance despite the massive downpour. However the rain did pose a near disaster as she appeared to have slipped as she walked offstage down the stairs after her set finished. … Read more
American country singer Billy Ray Cyrus reached a breaking point with Australian singer Firerose just after seven months of marriage. According to court documents obtained by the Associated Press, Billy Ray filed for a divorce from his latest bride on May 22 in Nashville, Tennessee. The “Achy Breaky Heart” country superstar cited irreconcilable differences and … Read more
It was 2000, and it had been six years since Travis Tritt hit the top of the charts and three since his last appearance in the Top 10. The first few months of the year were a lull, too. In June, he dropped his first single from his album Down the Road I Go, titled … Read more
Country singer Sonny James, known for his 1957 track “Young Love,” which topped both country and pop charts, passed away on February 22, 2016, at Nashville’s Alive Hospice. According to a statement released on his website, his death was due to natural causes. He was 87. James was, as Kix Brooks described him in his … Read more
Emmy Russell started her American Idol journey with an original song. She fittingly ended it with a tribute cover of “Coal Miner’s Daughter” for her late grandmother and country legend Loretta Lynn. This was the second time she covered the classic on the show, and for this performance, instead of a piano, she had a … Read more
Country legend Johnny Cash released an ode to Ireland appreciating its beauty with “Forty Shades of Green” as part of his album Ring of Fire: The Best of Johnny Cash in 1963. The song was initially released as a B-side of Cash’s song ‘The Rebel-Johnny Yuma.” Johnny Cash is an American country singer-songwriter who is … Read more
Country singer Lainey Wilson’s discography isn’t just a string of solo hits. Over the years, she has also steadily stacked up her collaboration resume — earning several number ones from them — and solidified her name as a coveted duet partner by many artists, from the likes of legends like Dolly Parton down to new … Read more
Buck Owen’s 1964 track “Crying Time,” popularized by Ray Charles, is making waves again after Lukas Nelson and Sierra Ferrell shared a casual snippet of their take on the song. In the video Ferrell posted on her Instagram, she was wearing a light blue and brown full-fledged cowboy outfit – from the hat to the … Read more
With her single ”Your Place” from the album Shot in the Dark, Ashley Cooke jumps into a huge leap in her career and turns into a Billboard Hot-100 artist at No. 95. Luminate reports that the smash hit earned her about 23 million radio airplay impressions and 2 million streams in the US from May … Read more
Country singer Carly Pearce candidly took to social media to share a very important health update. In the video uploaded on her Instagram, captioned, “health update. love y’all 💛,” Pearce began with a smile that she has always been transparent and honest about every part of her life, and she felt that this news deserved … Read more
During Home Free’s Spring Tour in 2015, vocal percussionist Adam Rupp beatboxed his way onto the stage of South Portland and performed a vocalized drum solo to silence the skeptics. The performance took 7 minutes to show his versatile beatboxing and impressive vocal dexterity for his modulated vocalized drums and DJ beats. Before introducing Rupp … Read more
Rising country superstar Ashley Cooke hits the Billboard charts after releasing the breakup anthem “Your Place” on July 7, 2023, for her 24-track sophomore LP and major-label debut album Shot in the Dark (2023). The song is dedicated to those who want to assert independence and boundaries after a failed relationship. After all, an ex … Read more
In 1968, American country and folk singer Jerry Jeff Walker released a song, Mr. Bojangles, as part of his album of the same title. Upon its release, the song immediately climbed up the charts, landing at no. 77 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and no. 51 on Canada’s (RPM) Top Singles – making it … Read more
In 2005, country legend Dolly Parton released her emotional cover of John Lennon’s classic hit “Imagine” as part of her album, Those Were the Days. The song was originally released by John Lennon of The Beatles in 1971 as part of his album of the same title. “Imagine” instantly became his best-selling single throughout his … Read more
In 1963, American country superstar Ricky Nelson released his amazing cover of the hit song “I Will Follow You” as part of his album, For Your Sweet Love. The song was originally released by Franck Pourcel as an instrumental, but its success came about when American Singer Little Peggy March released her cover in 1963. … Read more
In 2023, three years after dropping “Save Me” off his studio album Self Medicated, country singer and rapper Jelly Roll decided to rerelease it. For this new version, he realized the vision of having a superstar join him for a duet that he had shared with his record label head, Jon Loba, way back in … Read more
A Cajun rock and roll star, a music icon, a sensational American fiddle player; you name it! If anyone deserves huge respect among legendary fiddlers in the 60s, Doug Kershaw should be at the top of the list. A prodigy in singing and fiddle virtuoso with humble beginnings in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, Doug is a … Read more
American country and bluegrass duo Joey + Rory released their single “Suppertime” on February 12, 2016. The song was the 12th track on their seventh and final studio album, Hymns that are Important to Us. A centerpiece for memorial services, the talented duo delivers a heartwarming interpretation of the song that connects you spiritually to … Read more
The Blind Boys of Alabama, also known as Clarence Fountain and the Blind Boys of Alabama, made a powerful live performance of the Christian hymn “Amazing Grace” in the KEXP studio on September 2, 2016. The song was the 10th track to their album with the same name, released on October 14, 2003. The immensely … Read more
A cautionary tale for the reckless, American country band Hellbound Glory and country sensation Tanya Tucker released a song called “Better Hope You Die Young” on April 23, 2018. This collaboration highlights the song’s simplistic lyrical composition and honest delivery of its message. There is a certain satisfaction in finding a rare combination of two … Read more