Three siblings, Caleb, Joshua, and Bekah Liechty, known as the folk trio Girl Named Tom, nailed their rendition of “Viva la Vida” in the famous singing competition worldwide, The Voice. Before Girl Named Tom nailed their cover of the song on The Voice, Coldplay initially ruled the charts with “Viva la Vida.” Their track won … Read more
The band Girl Named Tom previously made history on the ever-known show The Voice. They are revered by millions of listeners and will always be remembered for their unique personalities. Undoubtedly, Girl Named Tom is one of the most well-known groups in country music. To entertain those who don’t know anything about them, we’ve compiled … Read more
Many country songs have been released throughout the years, but only a few have stayed iconic. “Wichita Lineman” is one of them. The song has been referred to as “the first existential country song.” That said, there is no doubt why many artists have decided to cover it. Aside from known singers, it is also … Read more
Gospel music has always played a significant role in many listeners’ lives, particularly those who are deeply devout. “It is No Secret” is perhaps among the most recognizable and illustrious gospel tunes ever released. Several well-known figures in the business made the song’s original versions available for distribution. According to reports, Stuart Hamblen was the … Read more
For over two decades in the industry, Ricky Van Shelton covered some of the biggest songs in country music. Most of the time, his versions are gaining more traction than the original. Of course, this includes “Life Turned Her That Way,” which Shelton released in 1987 as the fourth single off his debut album, Wild-Eyed Dream. … Read more
In the early morning hours of February 3, 1959, millions of people across America and around the world were shaken up by the news that the lives of rising rock stars Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson was cut short following a tragic plane crash. The day that killed three of … Read more
In 1955, Tex Ritter formed the music publishing firm Vidor Publications Inc. alongside Country Music Hall of Famer Johnny Bond. “Remember the Alamo” became the first song in the company’s catalog and was released as the B-side of “Gunsmoke.” Though it was never a hit single and did not initially make a big impact on … Read more
For many decades, Lynn has been one of the toughest country music queens who paved the way for women who wanted to write what they sang. So, On November 9, 2010, various country music artists joined together to release the album Coal Miner’s Daughter: A Tribute to Loretta Lynn to pay homage to the country legend. On … Read more
It’s amazing how Lee Greenwood songs won the hearts of many country music fans back in the 1980s. Growing up on a Sacramento farm, music has always been a part of Greenwood’s life. He began playing various musical instruments at a young age, and by the time he finished high school, he was already playing … Read more
“Mornin’ Ride” by Lee Greenwood is a song composed by Steve Bogard and Josh Tweel. It was American singer and songwriter Lee Greenwood’s seventh top hit. It was a part of his album “Love Will Find Its Way To You.” Interestingly enough, the song would stay in its top spot for a week and continue … Read more
While Lee Greenwood is best recognized for his perennial hits, especially the decades-long success of “God Bless the U.S.A.,” which was originally released as a single in 1984, there’s actually so much more you need to know about the country singer. So, we’ve gathered some of the most interesting facts – as well as those … Read more
Born as Woodward Maurice Ritter, Tex Ritter has become one of the pioneers of country music. He was known to be a singer and an actor, with over 50 acting credits. He also released several singles that entered the charts, some even taking the top spot. Let’s learn some facts about Tex Ritter as he … Read more
For those wondering if Cindy Cash is related to the legendary country music singer Johnny Cash, she is. Cindy is the third daughter of Johnny, with her mom who was his first wife, Vivian Liberto. Let’s dive deeper and get to know Cindy Cash better, shall we? Cindy Cash’s Childhood View this post on Instagram … Read more
Written by a preacher named J.K Alwood, the song would ultimately become a classic in the gospel song genre. “Uncloudy Day” would eventually attract a lot of singers to create their version of the church hymn. The song’s origins came from an odd incident involving J.K Alwood seeing a rainbow and a dark nimbus cloud … Read more
Woodward Maurice Ritter, famously known as Tex Ritter, is well-known for his acting career and his songs. He is one of the pioneers of American country music, and because of his impact on the industry, he became a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Let’s dive into some of Tex Ritter songs to … Read more
The Easter Brothers prove heaven is true with their song “A Heart That Will Never Break Again.” Written and released by the three brothers in 2003 as a part of their album “Heaven Bound – The Best Of Blue Grass Gospel,” their song has blessed our ears with its meaningful story with the angelic voices … Read more
Known for his wondrous works in the music industry, specifically country music, singer Keith Urban’s name is well known for his many great songs that hit the top charts numerous times. One song, in particular, started the path of what would be known to be his eventual collection of more number-one hits. RELATED: 38 Celebratory … Read more
If you were to ask someone what gospel songs they know, most would undoubtedly mention the song “It Is No Secret.” The song is one of the most famous gospel hymns to be recorded. Many outstanding musicians, like Jimmy Fortune, decided to release their versions of the song due to its exceptional excellence. Stuart Hamblen … Read more
Over the years, numerous gospel songs have been released by many artists. Still, there’s no denying that only a select handful capture listeners’ hearts. Among the most recognizable of those songs is “Are You Washed in the Blood.” The song was first published in 1878 and remains one of today’s most popular Christian hymns. Elisha … Read more
Fighting in war has never been a pleasant experience for anyone. It’s such a loss when people need to sacrifice their lives for freedom and peace. And there is one song that talks just about that. The song “Remember the Alamo” was initially released by Tex Ritter on his album Gunsmoke in 1955. The song’s … Read more
Since the dawn of time, gospel hymns have been played worldwide. And one of the earliest is undoubtedly “Are You Washed in the Blood,” credited to a preacher named Elisha Albright Hoffman and was allegedly composed in 1878. Several musicians have also attempted and made their renditions of the song available throughout the years. Randy … Read more
Lee Greenwood demonstrated an interest in music-making at such an early age. He succeeded with passion and commitment, and today he is considered one of the most well-known country singers. That said, given his lengthy career, the thorny love song titled I Don’t Mind the Thorns (If You’re the Rose) is just one of the … Read more
With his famous signature song, “God Bless the USA,” Lee Greenwood rose to prominence. However, other than this song, he was also able to release others that were also well-loved by many. He was able to chart around seven no. 1 hits throughout his career, and one of those is Dixie Road. One of the … Read more
Two of the most excellent musicians in history, Blake Shelton and Michael Buble, performed a duet of the song Home by Michael Buble. They aimed to honor the brave troops who risk their lives for the country even if it means they won’t be able to spend Christmas with their families. As everybody knows, Christmas … Read more
After six long years, Shania Twain, the household name of the Nineties, the undisputed Queen of Country Pop, and a global star, finally made a comeback with ‘Queen of Me.’ The new album dropped last February 3, 2023, under Republic Records, and a 49-date tour is set to start in April, with big names joining … Read more
“From Here To Eternity” was recorded and co-written by Michael Peterson and became his first hit. Composed by Robert Ellis Orrall, the song managed to get the top spot on the U.S. Hot Country songs and claimed the eleventh spot on the Canadian Country Tracks in 1997. Peterson claims that the origin of “From Here … Read more
“Remember the Alamo” has been recorded by several artists because of its historical meaning and overall impact on the country music industry. Musicians such as Tex Ritter, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and other notable artists have released their covers, including that of The Kingston Trio. The Kingston Trio‘s version of “Remember the Alamo” was recorded … Read more
“Three Wooden Crosses” is a famous song that has encouraged many people to make their version of the song. The song was composed by American Artist Randy Travis in 2002. Randy’s song would eventually reach the top spot of the Billboard Hot Country Song chart and the thirty-first place on the Billboard Hot 100. It … Read more
Nothing is more reassuring and calming than knowing that Christ continues to heal you as He lives in your heart. “He Lives” is a Christian gospel song by Alfred Henry Ackley in 1933. The gospel song is still popular today because of its message and impact on most people. The song is also known as … Read more
An album that gathered many applauses and awards from Country and Christian song charts, “For The Love Of God” was recorded by Kenny Rogers for his album “The Love Of God” in 2011. Taking on a more gospel and the spiritual voyage takes a different pace that would reel in a more different audience with … Read more