Garth Brooks Namedrops His Favorite Contemporary Country Artists
Brooks says female country artists are working harder than ever right now, and he’s got two names on his current playlist. Continue reading…
REVIEW: Cina & The Fireflites “Good Ol’ Music”
Cina & The Fireflites – Good Ol’ Music The band’s name isn’t spelled incorrectly; it’s Fireflites (almost missed that myself). This C&W fortification is out of the songbook of a country singer who had two names in her career. One for the more traditional country fare (Mimi Roman) & another for her tangy material (Kitty […]
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Interview: Surrender Hill on Wild Country, South Africa and songs
Surrender Hill interview (photo by Michael Rudd) Folk duo Surrender Hill hails from North Georgia, and has spent time in South Africa recently, which inspired their recently released album Wild Country, along with recent events both in the states and globally. Rich with complex songwriting, delightful harmonies, and instruments like mandolin, banjo, organ and guitar […]
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No, AI Is Not “Just Like AutoTune”
There has been one dangerous falsehood parroted out by AI’s proponents and apologists: It’s no different than AutoTune—the software that allows a sharp or flat note to be brought in tune in either a recorded or live performance.
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Monday Morning Video – Maggie Rose & Old Crow Medicine Show
What happens when you pair Maggie Rose’s voice with Old Crow Medicine Show’s string-band muscle and turn them loose on John Prine’s “Angel From Montgomery.” Give a listen and find out.
What Was Taylor Sheridan’s First Big TV Role?
Long before Taylor Sheridan created ‘Yellowstone,’ he played Danny Boyd on ‘Veronica Mars.’ Here’s a look at the surprisingly goofy role you probably forgot. Continue reading…
Ben Jones, Cooter on ‘The Dukes of Hazzard,’ Dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played Cooter Davenport on The Dukes of Hazzard, has died at 84. The actor’s wife confirmed he suffered a heart attack at home. Continue reading…
Carrie Underwood Makes Surprise Appearance At Her Nashville-Area Church For Performance Of “What A Beautiful Name”
What a Sunday morning surprise. Carrie Underwood joined the worship team this morning at her church, Rolling Hills Community Church, where she performed Hillsong Worship’s “What A Beautiful Name.” Of course, it’s not the first time she’s done something like this, as she performed at the Easter service earlier this year. She’s also led the congregation in several hymns like her signature “How Great Thou Art,” during their Christmas concert, so I’m sure members aren’t too shocked to see her […]
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Reality Star Reveals the Unspeakable Act They Committed in Bathroom
The reality star received some pretty bad criticism online for her bathroom act, with one person describing her habits as “nasty.”
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Kenny Chesney Says Megan Moroney “Damn Near Insisted” She Sing On New Duet, “It Just Got Weird”
It’s going to be good. Kenny Chesney is gearing up to release his 21st studio album, Silver Sands Marina, on Friday, September 25th, and he’s teaming up with long-time producer Buddy Cannon to produce once again. The 58-year-old singer/songwriter will also be featuring cuts from some of the biggest songwriters in Nashville on the project, including the likes of Tony Lane, Matraca Berg, Shane McAnally and the late, great Brett James, reigning ACM Songwriter of the Year, Jessie Jo Dillon, […]
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