Duets are surely double the musical fun – and it’s pretty evident in the Top 40 country songs for July 2021. Most of the tracks that got in this month’s list are actually collaborations from some of the biggest names in the industry. This includes the unlikely pairing of Keith Urban and pop star P!nk, … Read more
We all know that Blake Shelton is among the best in terms of country music! Here are some things you should know about him if you’re a “God’s Country” hitmaker fan. 14 Fast Facts About Blake Shelton View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) Birthdate, parents, & hometown Blake Tollison … Read more
Exactly forty years ago, the country radio was blessed with George Strait’s warm baritone and easygoing, conversational style of singing. But he did not only storm the airwaves but also the nation’s hearts. George Strait songs were able to go against the pop-inflected sounds heard on the radio at the time and made him the … Read more
Country singer-songwriter Luke Bryan and wife Caroline Boyer have had their fair share of ups and downs since they met in 1998. They even broke up once, but thankfully, fate had plans for them, and they ended up again in each other’s arms. And they made it work. The couple is now married for 14 years, … Read more
Dinosaur by Hank Williams Jr. is a country song from the singer’s third full-length album, Habits Old and New, and was released in the summer of 1980. It was penned by Hank Williams Jr., along with Bob Borbin. Habits Old and New album was not as profoundly renowned or high earning as the two previously released … Read more
“A Country Boy Can Survive” became a trademark anthem for Hank Williams Jr. It is perhaps more well-known these days even more, although it never peaked at #1. It was penned by the singer himself and was released in January 1982 as a single with the production of Jimmy Bowen. It depicts developments to American … Read more
Being a son of The Legend or someone who is known to the industry is quite pressuring. You are expected to be that person. But not to Hank Williams Junior, or a.k.a. Bocephus – as he narrates his story in his fourth single, Family Tradition from the same-titled album. The song was released in May 1979 and was written … Read more
There are three things you will usually find among Hank Williams Jr. songs: remarkable lyrics, hard-hitting guitar riffs, and the ability to stand the test of time. After all, he’s one of the biggest stars in country music, and his crossover appeal is so incredible that even those in the Southern rock community also think … Read more
In 1999, Jamie O’Hara wrote a song later recorded by George Jones called “50,000 Names Carved In The Wall.” The wall mentioned in the song was dedicated in 1982, in Washington DC. It has the names of the Vietnam Veterans inscribed onto it. The wall honors United States servicemen of the Armed Forces who fought and … Read more
George Strait is known for several songs, but “I Cross My Heart” stood out as one of the most treasured and memorable hits ever recorded by the living legend. Released in 1992 as the first single to his album Pure Country, the song reached No. 1 in Canada and the United States. Undoubtedly, “I Cross … Read more
Who would have thought that the song the King of Country George Strait made a hit was not originally his? “Amarillo By Morning” is one of the greatest hits of Strait and considered to be one of his signature songs. Interestingly, over his 33-year record career, George Strait holds the record for having 60 number-one … Read more
“Amarillo By Morning” has become one of country music’s most recognizable anthems, and it has helped propel George Strait to stardom. The song appeared on the King of Country’s 1982 album Strait from the Heart. However, despite holding the record for the most No. 1 hits – with sixty under his belt, marking stands in … Read more
Luke Combs and his wife Nicole Hocking just got hitched last year, but their love story started way before all the fame and success that the country singer-songwriter now enjoys. He met her when he had nothing, but she supported him through all the struggles and the challenges and helped him become who he is … Read more
Country music singer-songwriters Maren Morris and husband Ryan Hurd’s love story may be your typical friends to lovers, but it still has its own charms. The two shared the same passion for music, and after-work beers and writing chemistry drew them even closer. And after so many song collaborations, the duo finally said yes to … Read more
A biracial artist with a genre-bending style to country music, Kane Brown improved the quality of modern country by the end of 2010. He is an American singer and composer behind the big hit Closer. Brown catches the public’s eye through social media. Profile Real Name: Kane Allen BrownNickname: KaneBorn In: Georgia, United StatesBirthday: October … Read more
Well, we know the feeling of being away from someone for a long time, and this is perfectly illustrated by Kane Brown’s “Homesick”. Written by Brown, together with rock Berryhill, Matt McGinn, and Taylor Phillips, it was released as the third single to his second studio album, Experiment. The singer wrote this pop-country song after being … Read more
When two big stars collaborate on a song, no doubt it will be a huge, huge hit. Take for instance this Kane Brown’s “What Ifs” featuring Lauren Alaina. It is a duet, upbeat song about a couple’s crucial point in a relationship. The song was released in February 2017 under RCA Nashville. The two singers were … Read more
The Georgia native may be one of the fresh faces in country music right now, but with his insanely sensual voice, Kane Brown’s songs are becoming instant American country classics. They even helped shift the sound of modern country. Well, it was no surprise when the genre-bending singer skyrocketed to fame – spawning country hits … Read more
The Texas-bred singer-songwriter has been making music since she was only eleven and was able to cut her first record three years later. She had self-released three albums before moving to Nashville, and she has written songs for Tim McGraw and Kelly Clarkson. But it was only in 2016 when Maren Morris’ “My Church” was … Read more
When Maren Morris’ “The Bones” was released digitally as a promotional recording, the Texas-native singer-songwriter admitted that she never thought it would be a single. But as it turns out, fans have taken the song so strongly. It was later released as the second single from Morris’ sophomore album, “Girl.” And much to Morris’ surprise, … Read more
Since debuting in 2015, Maren Morris songs helped push country music into the 21st century. She has released several hits, won a number of awards, and collaborated with some of the biggest names in the industry. Indeed, she has grown into one of the biggest stars in country music. But even though her music is … Read more
The “Buy Me a Boat” singer Chris Janson and wife Kelly Lynn had been together for a decade now, and they’re still very much in love as they were on day one. Janson already called it the first time he laid his eyes on her that she would be his wife, and he did. Now, … Read more
Forgetting that romantic love and hope happens to us sometime in our everyday lives, and we all possess our own and once in a while not-so-decent methods of getting through. Maren Morris’s “I Could Use A Love Song” is a song we need to drive us home to that place of faith. It was the … Read more
Releasing her second album, Maren Morris’ “Girl” is a much-awaited follow-up to the singer’s huge hit “The Middle” and her debut record Hero. It was released to American country radio on January 18, 2019- co-written by Sarah Aarons and produced by Greg Kurstin. It’s a song about that sort of remorse that everybody has to … Read more
Imagine driving a luxury car and jamming to Maren Morris’ “80s Mercedes”. The single was co-written and co-produced by Busbee during a session where they exchanged opinions about the title and some factors and context from that time. The singer admitted that she holds a fondness for traditional Mercedes cars, a love to which she declared deeply … Read more
Singer-songwriter Kane Brown and wife Katelyn Jae had one whirlwind romance, getting engaged just months after they started dating. Everything may have moved so quickly for this couple, but they are definitely in it together for the long haul. And they will soon celebrate three years of marriage with their little family of three. So, … Read more
Blending a dance producer and a country singer for a pop radio hit was unimaginable years ago. But Maren Morris’ “The Middle” proved that regardless of the genres of the artists, all it needs is an on-target beat and a powerhouse singer to help a track skyrocket. In the song, the singer is tired of … Read more
It’s quite impossible to think of the ’90s without the contributions of Joe Diffie songs. His string of hits definitely helped define that decade in country music with his simple, honest, and often clever approach to storytelling. With that in mind, let’s revisit some of the best hits Joe Diffie has contributed to America’s catalog. … Read more
In 2014, she started exploring some other direction entirely, but “The Eye” by Brandi Carlile brought emotional discernment and brilliant clarity as she continued the country-folk flirtation. The front-porch acoustic serves as the preview track of Carlile’s album The Firewatcher’s Daughter – which was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Americana Album – and … Read more
Chris Janson had been in the music industry for over five years before having his first single, a mellow rocker song of huge desires and small realities. Cleverly produced to be highly pertinent during Bro-Country’s peak in 2013, Chris Janson’s “Buy Me A Boat” entered the iTunes charts at #1 just hours following its release. … Read more