Yearly Archives: 2026

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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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.

The post No, AI Is Not “Just Like AutoTune” first appeared on Saving Country Music.

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.

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, 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…

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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The reality star received some pretty bad criticism online for her bathroom act, with one person describing her habits as “nasty.”

The post Reality Star Reveals the Unspeakable Act They Committed in Bathroom appeared first on Wide Open Country.

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, […]

The post Kenny Chesney Says Megan Moroney “Damn Near Insisted” She Sing On New Duet, “It Just Got Weird” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

Tapping a country artist for The Chosen soundtrack. Tyler Hubbard, who is of course one half of Florida Georgia Line, is featured on the forthcoming compilation album Songs Inspired by The Chosen, which is a soundtrack to go alongside the release of the new season of the hit series. The show is heading into Season 6 this fall, which stars Jonathan Roumie as Jesus, and follows his life from the beginning of his ministry, and is set to go all […]

The post Tyler Hubbard Releases Faith-Focused, “All I Need Is You” From ‘Songs Inspired By The Chosen’ Compilation Album first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

The music legend is known for cancelling a lot of the shows he’s set to headline. An email was sent to ticketholders.

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