‘American Idol’s Randy Madden Facing Felony Sex Charges
Madden, who competed on Season 8 of ‘American Idol,’ is facing six felony charges, including sex with a minor. Continue reading…
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AMERICANA MUSIC
APPALACHIAN ARTISTS
Appalachian Echoes is a three-hour, weekly syndicated radio program that highlights the talented artists, songwriters and musicians with ties to Appalachia, as well as the vibrant and growing genre of Americana music which often features the echoes of Appalachian influence. The show focuses on predominantly independent artists and music often overlooked by commercial radio playlists, and fuels a sense of listener loyalty based on home place pride.
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AMERICANA MUSIC NEWS
Gurf Morlix – Bristlecone
With Bristlecone, Gurf Morlix once again delivers an unmistakable work—painted in his palette of gothic imagery, sparse guitar, and hard-earned truth. This is the kind of album that feels like flying across Seven Mile Bridge at night in a hearse with the windows rolled down, narrowly escaping the Devil, yelling “Step On it Skinner!” It’s […]
Darius Rucker Gave Shane Profitt a Very Country Gift (EXCLUSIVE)
Shane Profitt shares a heartfelt moment from his tour with Darius Rucker, who surprised him with a generous (and very country!) gift. Continue reading…
Gretchen Wilson Teases New Duet-Version Of Debut Album, ‘Here For The Party,’ Featuring Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert & More
Reimagining a classic record. When you think of iconic country albums in the 2000s, you’ll probably point to classics such as Johnny Cash’s American series (American IV: The Man Comes Around specifically), Carrie Underwood’s Some Hearts, Eric Church’s Sinners Like Me, Jamey Johnson’s That Lonesome Song, Toby Keith’s Unleashed, Kenny Chesney’s When the Sun Goes Down and plenty of other records that defined the era. One project that has continually flown under the radar in terms of sheer success and overall impact, however, […]
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