Yearly Archives: 2026

Together Again, the second collaborative recording by iconic folksinger-songwriters Tom Paxton and John McCutcheon, was the top album on folk radio during January 2026, while “The Future,” its opening track, was the month’s most-played song, and the two were the most-played artists. So say charts compiled by Folk Alliance International based on radio playlists submitted to FOLKDJ-L, an electronic discussion group for DJs and others interested in folk-based music on the radio.

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Spanning a nine-day period, January 16-24, 2026, the marvelous world of jazz took over Tucson, Arizona. Begun in 2015 the Tucson Jazz Festival has presented the many flavors of jazz: standards, swing, smooth, fusion, heritage, modern, Latin, and funk.

With over 20 venues all over town featuring intimate performances as

Bunnie Xo is getting candid about her marriage to the country superstar, reflecting on how their relationship began and why it looks different today. Continue reading…

Raising them right. Collegiate baseball is officially underway for the 2026 season, and the MLB opening day is right around the corner. The days are getting warmer, baseball is being played, and hot dogs are being consumed; there is no better way to spend a spring day. I can feel my seasonal depression fading away as I type this. There is nothing better than spring sports in full swing, and while cheering on your favorite team is always a bonus, […]

The post Young Wiffle Ball Players Go Viral Singing The National Anthem Before Backyard Game first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

I prefer my wild turkey in a glass on the rocks… not running around and terrorizing UPS drivers. Turkeys are native to North America and are currently found in every state in the U.S. except for Alaska. That adds up to an estimated 7 million wild toms and hens roaming the various forests of the country… and we know at least two of those turkeys are currently residing in Branford, Connecticut. We’re able to confirm that thanks to this video […]

The post “I’m 40 Years Old, I Can’t Be Dealing With This”: Wild Turkeys Terrorize UPS Delivery Driver In Connecticut first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Captain Augustus “Gus” McCrae, Colonel Kilgore, Consigliere Tom Hagen, ol’ Mac Sledge, and so many more. These are the fictional characters that all feel larger than life to us thanks to Robert Duvall.

The post How Robert Duvall Helped Save Billy Joe Shaver (RIP) first appeared on Saving Country Music.

Pieces of Americana, especially if they are connected with U.S. presidents, are truly priceless parts of our shared history. They need to be safeguarded carefully and passed down to future generations. So the news that an American flag that was used to cover Abraham Lincoln’s casket way back in 1865 ended up on display in […]

The post American Flag From Abraham Lincoln’s Funeral Finds Very Unexpected Home appeared first on Wide Open Country.

After stepping away from social media last month, Melissa Gilbert returned to her lifestyle brand, Modern Prairie. She added that she is also coming back to role as Chief Creative Officer. This news comes after the Little House on the Prairie star’s husband, actor Timothy Busfield, was charged with two counts of criminal sexual contact of a […]

The post Melissa Gilbert Returns to Social Media Amid Husband’s Sex Abuse Charges appeared first on Wide Open Country.

The country music business is definitely intensely competitive. Even so, however, there are stars with the closest of friendships. Rivalry takes a back seat to their meaningful bonds. That seems to be the case with two popular young stars of the genre – Cody Johnson and Luke Combs. Their career trajectories have been steadily upward […]

The post “I Had a Lot of Respect”: Cody Johnson Opens up About His Close Friendship With This Country Star appeared first on Wide Open Country.

Fans just don’t like Kacey Musgraves for her authentic songwriting and chill vibe. Her classic country fashion sense and striking features make her the object of affection for countless listeners.  While there have certainly been a fan or two who have fantasized about planting a peck on the cheek of the “Butterflies” singer, she recently […]

The post On a Romantic Rendezvous With Kacey Musgraves? She Says This Is Her Favorite Place To Kiss appeared first on Wide Open Country.