Many can write, but only a few can tell a story with pungent wit, sensitivity, and depth, like Tom T. Hall. The famed storyteller of country music and one of the genre’s leading figures during the ‘70s passed away at 85 in his home in Franklin, Tennessee, his son Dean Hall told The Tennessean. As … Read more
The 1970s is absolutely filled with incredible folk and country songs, and this includes John Denver’s “Calypso,” which was released as the B-side of his final No. 1 pop hit “I’m Sorry” and was featured on his album Windsong. “Calypso” received significant airplay in 1975, helping it land at the second spot of Billboard Hot … Read more
Alan Jackson’s “You’ll Always Be My Baby” was released last April 16, and the heartwarming country ballad definitely pierced hearts. He personally wrote the song after his oldest daughter Mattie requested one for their father-daughter dance during her wedding last summer of 2017. And this might soon be listed as one of Alan Jackson’s greatest … Read more
Zachary John Denver is the adopted son of the late country singer John Denver and his first wife, Annie Martell. The couple married back in 1967 but struggled to have a child of their own, so they decided to adopt. A couple of years later, after Denver and Martell adopted Zachary, they gave another soul … Read more
Audrey McGraw featured as the newest leading lady in her dad’s newest music video. Needless to say, her parents Tim McGraw and Faith Hill were very proud of her. Tim McGraw’s “7500 OBO,” which premiered last August 14 was the third single off his 16th studio album and musical project ‘Here on Earth’ released last summer. … Read more
We all know that John Denver wrote the song ‘Leaving on a Jet Plane’ in 1966 and it was made famous by the trio, Peter, Paul, and Mary. ‘Leaving on a Jet Plane’ was originally titled, Babe, I Hate to Go but John Denver was luckily convinced by a producer to change its name. Sadly, … Read more
In 1972, John Denver released his album Rocky Mountain High, and it quickly became his first Top Ten album as it landed in No. 4. The album was propelled by its lead single, “Rocky Mountain High,” which hit No. 9 on the U.S. Hot 100 chart while No. 3 on the Easy Listening chart – … Read more
“Annie’s Song” was released as a single from John Denver’s album Back Home Again. It went on to become his second No. 1 song in the United States, dominating that spot for two weeks in July 1974. The song also reached No. 1 on the Easy Listening chart as well as in the United Kingdom, … Read more
John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” was released as a single almost fifty-years ago today. The song was from his 1971 album “Poems, Prayers & Promises.” Songwriters Bill Danoff and his wife, Taffy Nivert, originally started writing the song for Johnny Cash. But, when Denver learned about the track, he offered to help finish … Read more
Did you know that John Denver’s “Leaving On A Jet Plane” was initially titled “Babe I Hate To Go?” It was included on his debut demo album John Denver Sings. However, his then-producer, Milt Okun, persuaded him to replace it, so he gave the song a new name. While it was one of the most … Read more
Being one of the world’s best-loved recording artists of the 1970s, John Denver earned international acclaim as a songwriter and performer. John Denver songs touched people of all different backgrounds and extended to fans of all ages. Born in Roswell, New Mexico, Denver started performing in local clubs before joining the Chad Mitchell Trio – … Read more
The unexpected news of John Denver’s death rocked not only the entire entertainment industry but the whole nation as well. For decades, John Denver songs had given the world so much joy and generous spirit, especially known for his 1972 anthem “Rocky Mountain High” and popular song “Country Roads.” Denver was found dead after his … Read more
Alison Krauss and Robert Plant’s second record collaboration ‘Raise the Roof’ swept headlines after the duo announced it last week, Thursday. The highly-anticipated album is a follow-up of their 2007 platinum and sixfold Grammy award winning LP ‘Raising Sand’. Alongside Krauss and Plant is producer T-Bone Burnett who also worked with them in the previous record. … Read more
With a collection of 27 Grammy awards, Alison Krauss has definitely cemented her name in the music industry as the fourth most awarded individual in the prestigious award-giving body’s history and the most awarded female artist until Beyonce won her 28th in 2021. But more than a well-decorated career, Krauss’ music sparked a resurgence of … Read more
The wild side of his country upbringing is very present in Laine Hardy’s “Authentic.” Blending crunchy guitars and mandolin with some pounding drums, Laine Hardy’s new song is filled with getting-the-party-started potential. It finds the rising Louisiana country singer delivering the right amount of foot-stomping attitude as he pledges to remain true to his Southern … Read more
The music video of Tim McGraw’s “7500 OBO” was just released, and it features one very special woman in McGraw’s life – his youngest daughter, Audrey. Directed by the sibling filmmaking team Stephen and Alexa Kinigopoulos, the “7500 OBO” music video matches the slick beat and the heartbreaking story of young love in Tim McGraw‘s … Read more
If you think Trisha Yearwood’s “I Dare You To Love” sounds familiar, it’s because you’ve heard it before. Celebrating a three-decade-long career, Yearwood is absolutely not showing signs of slowing down. In fact, the country superstar just dropped the deluxe version of her 2019 album, Every Girl – which was her first new country album … Read more
Out of all his incredible tracks, Cody Jinks’ “Hippies and Cowboys” absolutely takes the cake. While most mainstream country songs are heading in a turbulent direction, we’re lucky enough to have an artist such as Jinks who cares more about creating great music rather than the trends or popularity. Written by the singer himself, “Hippies … Read more
While picking Dwight Yoakam songs for this list, we made sure to include a fair share of tunes that showcased his devotion for the past, at the same time presenting an artist who never holds back from showing his edge. Born in Kentucky but raised in Ohio, Yoakam moved to Nashville during the time the … Read more
With the combination of her silky vocals and admirable skills as a fiddler, Alison Krauss songs have helped the genre of bluegrass reach a new audience. The central Illinois native – who is known for giving bluegrass a tinge of folk and country accents – was instantly acclaimed from the beginning of her career in … Read more
Did you know Cody Jinks’ “Loud and Heavy” was actually written with a little help from his two-year-old son? In fact, the singer said his son “got half the writer’s rights on that song.” Definitely one of Cody Jinks’ greatest hits, and his most streamed song, “Loud and Heavy,” finds the revolutionary Texas country-rocker singing … Read more
Even though most of Cody Jinks songs were originally released independently, they surely went straight to the heart of country fans. A native of Haltom City, Texas, Jinks was only sixteen when he began playing country music riffs on the guitar with the help of his father. Soon enough, he started a heavy metal band … Read more
Dwight Yoakam and wife Emily Joyce kept their decade-long relationship under wraps until they announced their union last May 2020. Though there were a few hints as the couple has been seen gracing the red carpet of Grammys multiple times and even stealing everyone’s attention. And last year, the couple also welcomed their son Dalton! … Read more
Whenever you ask any country fan to name their favorite country songs, chances are they’ll eventually end up naming Trace Adkins’ “Honkytonk Badonkadonk.” The song was released as the final single off his 2005 album, Songs About Me, and it turned out to be a pop crossover hit for Adkins. It reached the top 40 … Read more
In 2018, Cody Jinks’ “Must Be The Whiskey” was released as the first single from his album Lifers, giving listeners certainty that this outlaw is here to stay. It climbed the charts, reaching No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart. Story Behind The Song Written by singer-songwriter Josh Morningstar, “Must Be The Whiskey” is … Read more
Cody Jinks and wife Rebecca have been married since 2013, but they have been together for so many years before that. And many fans have been curious about what it was like to have a relationship like theirs, especially how it felt being married to a musician. And the truth was, not every bit of … Read more
Austine Burke’s “Wet Dream” is the newest last song syndrome in town, and everyone is just honestly obsessed with it. Whether you like it or not, the song will get stuck in your head for days, and eventually, you’ll find yourself jamming to it and actually enjoying it. The witty, double entendre song about fishing … Read more
The end to a cherished relationship is always difficult, and nothing puts your feelings into wise words than Brett Young’s “Mercy.” Truly, it’s a crowd favorite among Brett Young songs. It was released to country radio in 2018 as his debut studio album’s fourth and final single. As expected, countless men and women turned to … Read more
This California native definitely shows no signs of slowing down. When Brett Young’s “In Case You Didn’t Know” was released as the follow-up to his gold-certified debut single, it broke records left and right. After selling more than a million sales, “In Case You Didn’t Know” earned a triple Platinum from RIAA – the first … Read more
Even in crazy times like these, Travis Tritt’s “It’s A Great Day To Be Alive” reminds us that there are actually countless reasons to celebrate and be thankful. Tritt released the song in 2000 as the second single off his album Down the Road I Go. It then reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Hot Country … Read more