“Thy Will” is about a devastating pain turned into a faith-based single. Released on April 22, 2016, the song was the debut single of Hillary Scott & The Scott Family for their collaborative debut album Love Remains. Lady A’s lead vocalist, Hillary, was joined by her parents, Linda Davis and Lang Scott, and her younger … Read more
Emerging country singer Bailey Zimmerman’s songs, which delve into love, heartbreak, and small-town life, have quickly become country favorites. He first went viral on TikTok in 2021 with his song “Never Comin’ Home,” which he had co-written with Gavin Lucas. And now, he’s getting that bonafide “star” affixed right next to his name. With that, … Read more
American rapper Mc Chris shared a Facebook post thanking Willie Nelson for his act of kindness. Following weeks of absence due to health issues, Nelson made a Fourth of July comeback and graced the stage at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, New Jersey, for his annual Fourth of July Picnic event. His return was … Read more
On July 10, 2024, rising country singer Ernest posted on his Instagram that he would be taking a brief hiatus to spend time with his family. Ernest Keith Smith, better known by his stage name Ernest, made his debut in 2019 with the release of his first studio album, Locals Only. Despite being a relatively … Read more
In 2019, country singer Dallas Moore released “Tryin’ To Be a Blessing” as part of his album of the same title. Despite the song not hitting any charts, it was still considered one of Dallas Moore’s best releases. As someone who grew up listening to authentic country music, Dallas was mostly influenced by legendary country … Read more
In 1977, country legends George Jones and Tammy Wynette teamed up for a duet of the 1947 pop standard “Near You.” Kermit Goell wrote the track’s lyrics, and Francis Craig composed the music. And then it was first recorded by Craig and His Orchestra at Castle Recording Studio in Nashville in 1947 under Bullet Records. … Read more
Philadelphia singer and longtime tenor voice of The Oak Ridge Boys, Joe Bonsall, died on Tuesday, July 9 at 76. According to a statement released on his official website, the icon’s cause of death was revealed to be complications of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Announcing his passing, the statement read, “Joe loved to sing. He … Read more
In 2019, country superstar duo Brooks & Dunn announced that they would be collaborating with rising country star Lanco for the remake of the classic hit song “Mama Don’t Get Dressed Up For Nothing” as part of their album Reboot. The song was originally released in 1996 and has become a staple hit among country … Read more
“I’m a Survivor” is amongst Reba McEntire’s critically acclaimed hits in the contemporary pop-country genre. No one can stop the Queen of Country from releasing heartwarming songs that touch any listening soul in every generation. Written by Shelby Kennedy and Philip White, the song is featured as the lead single in her third compilation album, … Read more
Released on September 30, 1968, Conway Twitty made his own rendition of the 60s heartbreak anthem “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” by Tammy Wynette. Dubbed the “High Priest of Country Music,” Twitty has secured timeless classics. And with “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” under his belt, he has once again proven that he can make a cover just as popular as the original. … Read more
Released in June 1988, one of Randy Travis’ best hits was the single “Honky Tonk Moon” written by singer-songwriter Dennis O’Rourke. It was the lead track to Travis’ third studio album Old 8×1, that peaked at No.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts for one week. The song became the singer’s seventh and fifth … Read more
In 2004, American bluegrass country band Alison Krauss and Union Station released one of the most moving gospel songs of all time, “A Living Prayer,” as part of their album Lonely Runs Both Ways. Her prominence in the music industry has resulted in the group receiving considerable attention since its debut. The band has released … Read more
Since the 1960s, Jan Howard has blessed the country music world with her angelic voice, and because of this, many listeners have become interested in learning more about the singer. As we explore interesting facts about her and leap through the chapters of her life, from her childhood to how she started her music career, … Read more
In 1996, the country iconic duo Brooks & Dunn released “Mama Don’t Get Dressed Up For Nothing” as part of their album Borderline. The song immediately became one of Brooks & Dunn’s greatest hits, landing at no. 13 on US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) and no. 8 on Canada Country Tracks (RPM). Aside from their … Read more
Chart-topping country sensation Morgan Wallen made country music history twice in the UK in just one performance. July 4, Wallen graced British Summer Time (BST), an all-genre festival presented annually by American Express, at Hyde Park, London, as the first-ever country artist headliner. He kicked off the second week of festivities, following a successful weekend … Read more
Country icon Dolly Parton brought back a timeless piece of music treasure with the help of Keith Urban. It’s Johnny Mathis’ 1957 B-side pop track “The Twelfth of Never” from his album Johnny’s Greatest Hits. The song was written by Jerry Livingston and Paul Francis Webster, and the tune—except for the bridge—was adapted from the … Read more
Country singer Loretta Lynn was devout in her faith. In her 1976 autobiography, she talked how she always tried to lead a good Christian life. She grew up in the coal mining community in Butcher Hollow and attended church on Sundays, listening to sermons by Elzie Banks. Her music reflected that. One of the gospel … Read more
Country legend Hank Williams’ 1952 track “You Win Again” stood the test of time despite being one of his lesser-known classics. That is, the song was released as the B-side to the much more favorable up-tempo radio play number “Settin’ the Woods on Fire.” It became one of Hank Williams’ widely-covered tracks, with notable ones … Read more
Country singer Charley Pride joined the long list of artists who covered Hank Williams’ 1952 B-side track “You Win Again.” His 1980 version was a number-one hit, earning him his 28th career chart-topper. And deservingly so. Pride was able to inject his unique artistry into the song and reflect the changing cultural landscape of country … Read more
It was 1975 when one of the biggest country music stars, Loretta Lynn, dropped what would be the most controversial record of her career. Lynn had a reputation for being a provocative lyricist, but this was definitely a standout. It would go on to not just ruffle feathers but also deliver a full-impact shock to … Read more
The Western hero and King of Cowboys, Roy Rogers, released his fourth and final studio album in 1991 titled Tribute, a collection of multi-generational team-ups. Special duet partners included The Kentucky Headhunters, Randy Travis, K.T. Oslin and Restless Heart, Emmylou Harris, Ricky Van Shelton, Kathy Mattea, Lorrie Morgan and The Oak Ridge Boys, Willie Nelson, … Read more
In 2024, the Nashville concert crowd cheered loudly as country superstar Zach Bryan brought the “Hawk Tuah” girl onstage to perform with him. Hailey Welch, much known as the “Hawk Tuah” girl, is an online sensation who has gone viral for her rather funny response when asked about that one move in bed that makes … Read more
In 1966, iconic country singer Jan Howard released one of the most chart-hitting songs of all time, “Evil On Your Mind,” as part of her album of the same title. The song was received well by many listeners, landing at no. 5 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles – making it to the list … Read more
In 2001, after eight years of not releasing any album, country singer Darryl Worley released “Second Wind” as part of his album of the same title. The song instantly became a hit to many, landing at no. 11 on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles (Billboard) and no. 20 on US Hot Country Songs … Read more
Alt-country star Zach Bryan dropped a new album last Independence Day 2024, The Great American Bar Scene, featuring big names in the industry: Bruce Springsteen, pioneer of heartland rock and The Boss; John Mayer, heartthrob singer and renowned guitarist; and Americana artists Noeline Hofmann and John Moreland. This came less than a year after his … Read more
In 2019, country singer Jamey Johnson surprised his fans when he performed one of country music’s classic hits “I Wonder Do You Think of Me” in an episode of Country Road TV. The song was originally released in 1989 by country legend Keith Whitley. It was considered one of the greatest hits of all time, … Read more
In 1989, the Bellamy Brothers released their hit song “You’ll Never Be Sorry” as part of their album Greatest Hits Volume III. The song immediately became a hit to many, landing at no. 10 on the US Hot Country Songs (Billboard) and no. 14 on Canada Country Tracks (RPM), making it one of the Bellamy … Read more
In 1990, iconic country singer Ray Stevens released one of the best parody covers of the classic hit song “Help Me Make It Through the Night” as part of his album Lend Me Your Ears. The song was originally released by Kris Kristofferson in 1970. Composed by Kris himself, it instantly became a hit because … Read more
Everyone who has experienced heartbreak knows what comes next: the loneliness filled with pockets of time that you don’t know how to spend — and Lew DeWitt of The Statler Brothers knows that all too well. He wrote the song, “Flowers on the Wall” to detail the minute by minute of navigating that phase of … Read more
In 2019, renowned country duo Brooks & Dunn released a soulful re-recorded version of their classic hit song “Ain’t Nothing ‘Bout You” featuring Brett Young as part of their album, Reboot. “Ain’t Nothing ‘Bout You” was one of the duo’s best releases. The song has been a big part of the duo’s success in their … Read more