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Beyond The Grave: Enter Loretta Lynn’s Haunted Hurricane Mills

The Strange Story of Loretta Lynn's Haunted Hurricane Mills

Loretta Lynn’s haunted Hurricane Mills is a place where the living and the dead coexist. The queen of country music Loretta Lynn always had a colorful life. From her early childhood until now, she has experienced all things, including the paranormal. Hearing the stories of Loretta Lynn’s family and staff will give you chills. The … Read more

Miranda Lambert Re-lives ‘Heart Like Mine’ On Virtual Texas Benefit Show

Miranda Lambert Dusts Off 'Heart Like Mine' For Virtual Texas Benefit Show

Fans were delighted to hear Miranda Lambert’s old hit, ‘Heart Like Mine,’ as she performed for the virtual “We’re Texas” storm recovery benefit concert on Sunday (March 21). As the country singer was clad in flannel, Lambert strummed her pink guitar to the tune of her RIAA gold-certified track. She also donned visible patches across … Read more

Zac Brown Band’s ‘As She’s Walking Away’ Warms Heart Of Listeners

Zac Brown Band's 'As She's Walking Away'

It’s easy to understand why Zac Brown Band’s ‘As She’s Walking Away’ went platinum. The soulful melody and meaningful lyrics flow so smoothly that it’s no-brainer listeners love it. Not to mention, collaborating with country superstar Alan Jackson helped boost the song’s popularity. Looking back, Zac Brown Band obviously gets inspiration from relatable scenes. And … Read more

Zac Brown Band’s ‘Chicken Fried’ Seals Band’s First No. 1 Hit

Zac Brown Band's 'Chicken Fried'

Thanks to Zac Brown Band’s ‘Chicken Fried,’ they gained an incredible 6x Platinum sales. Besides that, the upbeat song peaked at No. 1 in the Billboard Hot Country Songs, a first for the band. More so, it has all these trivia that spark the interest of many fans. ‘Chicken Fried’ Beginnings The song didn’t finish … Read more

Zac Brown Band’s ‘Toes’ Receives Positive Critical Reception

Zac Brown Band's 'Toes'

The easy-listening melody present on Zac Brown Band’s ‘Toes’ captures everyone’s attention. It has a commercial success topping the charts of U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and U.S. Hot Country Songs. Get to know one of the best Zac Brown Band’s songs. Epic Backstory Zac Brown Band churned out ‘Toes’ with bassist John Driskell Hopkins, Shawn … Read more

10 Facts About The Rising Country Star Heath Sanders

10 facts about the rising country star Heath Sanders

Heath Sanders is one of the few people who have actually gotten a big break in their career after getting viral in social media. The Arkansas native did not expect that his cover of Chris Stapleton’s ‘Either Way’ that he posted on Facebook would land him an interview with Bobby Bones and perform a song live. … Read more

10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Sam Elliott

Things You May Not Know About Sam Elliot

When we think of a cowboy, Sam Elliott surely comes across our mind. With his lanky yet experienced build, impressive mustache, and a deep, resonant voice, he definitely looked like the true representation of a cowboy. In his fifty years of acting, he has always been the top and even the only obvious choice for … Read more

Reba McEntire’s “You’re Gonna Be” Will Truly Touch Your Heart

Reba McEntire's "You're Gonna Be"

Reba McEntire’s “You’re Gonna Be” was released as a single in 2005 off the country singer’s double-disc compilation album, Reba #1s. This is McEntire’s first-ever compilation featuring her solo No. 1 hits – including Reba McEntire songs from the earlier years of her career – as a way to celebrate her three decades in the … Read more

Ricky Van Shelton’s “I’ll Leave This World Loving You” Is One of His Biggest Hits

Ricky Van Shelton's "I'll Leave This World Loving You"

In 1988, Ricky Van Shelton’s “I’ll Leave This World Loving You” became the country singer’s fourth consecutive No. 1 hit as it snagged the top spot of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Not only that, but the song was also Shelton’s first multi-week No. 1. The country ballad was released as the lead-off single from … Read more

The Inspiring Story of How Ricky Van Shelton Overcame Alcohol Addiction

How Ricky Van Shelton Overcame Alcohol Addiction

Even before the emergence of crossover sensations such as Tim McGraw and Garth Brooks, there was Ricky Van Shelton. The “I’ll Leave This World Loving You” singer was one of the biggest male country music artists during the late ’80s and early ’90s, with country fans falling over his smooth baritone voice. When he released … Read more

The Story Behind Reba McEntire’s “The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia”

Reba McEntire's "The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia"

Reba McEntire’s “The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia” explores the tale of betrayal and murder. It was written by songwriter Bobby Russell and was originally recorded by American pop singer and comedian Vicki Lawrence as the title track of her 1973 album – wherein it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.  … Read more

10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Collin Raye

Everything You Need To Know About Collin Raye

Collin Raye is one of the most celebrated country music artists who helped define the ’90s era. You have probably heard of his songs like ‘Love, Me,’ ‘I Can Still Feel You,’ and ‘Little Rock’ growing up as your parents play the songs on your old CD player. Did you know that back then those were hits selling millions … Read more

Throwback To The Gambler Movie Series That Thrilled Us All During The 80s and 90s

The Gambler Movie Series

The Gambler movie series is one massive proof of how a big star Kenny Rogers is! In 1980, Kenny Rogers as The Gambler premiered on CBS, and it turned out to be such a massive-ratings hit – taking home the Eddie Award for Best Edited Television Special. It also generated two Emmy nominations for its … Read more

Top 10 Most Memorable Zac Brown Band Songs

10 Best Zac Brown Band Songs

One of the most prominent groups in country music is Zac Brown Band. Their success story over the past decade has been a fan favorite. Time and time again, the American country-rock band has proven why they are churning out top hits. The band’s secret? They know their audience and deliver high performance on each … Read more

‘Help Me Make It Through The Night:’ A Provocative Song of the 1970s

Help Me Make It Through The Night

The 1970s was the time provocative songs like ‘Help Me Make It Through The Night’ was unwelcome. Well, they were unwelcomed, but listeners secretly craved for it. And surprisingly, its success is incredible in a way no one expected it. The Struggling Songwriter’s Hit Song Kris Kristofferson was the original singer and composer of ‘Help … Read more

The Defining Moments in Miranda Lambert’s Marriage to Brendan McLoughlin

Miranda Lambert Shares the Defining Moments in Her Marriage to Brendan McLoughlin

With the on-going pandemic all over the world, more and more people are forced to stay at home. And for some people, restrictions on movement could be a reason for missing out on many things – but it seems like Miranda Lambert and her husband Brendan McLoughlin are getting the best out of it. View … Read more

The Story Behind The Popular Holiday Song: Kenny Rogers’ “Mary, Did You Know”

Kenny Rogers' 'Mary, Did You Know'

Wynona Judd and Kenny Rogers’ “Mary, Did You Know” was recorded for Rogers’ holiday album The Gift, and it was one of the best duets in the 1990s. The Christmas song was written by Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene and was originally recorded by Christian singer Michael English in 1991 – when Lowry and English … Read more

Top 10 Collin Raye Songs You Should Definitely Listen To

Top 10 Collin Raye Songs You Should Definitely Listen To

Collin Raye songs always had this signature storytelling that touched people’s souls. His songs talked a lot about love – from the magical feeling of falling in love with ‘One Boy, One Girl’ to a love that builds intimate connections, accepts, and endures even after death with ‘Love, Me.’ He also wrote and performed Christian … Read more

Feel The Butterflies Again With Collin Raye’s “In This Life”

Collin Raye's "In This Life"

Listening to Collin Raye’s ‘In This Life’ will definitely make you feel the butterflies again. This is one of the Collin Raye songs that have peaked at Number One on the Billboard Country Music Charts alongside his other hits ‘Love, Me‘ in 1992, ‘My Kind of Girl‘ in 1995, and ‘I Can Still Feel You‘ in … Read more

Kenny Rogers’ Plastic Surgery Was Met With Criticism, Here’s Why!

Kenny Rogers' Plastic Surgery

Kenny Rogers’ plastic surgery was the country singer’s way of reinventing himself, which he believed to be necessary for him to even more succeed in his career and stay as relevant as ever! In fact, Rogers even wrote in his book “Luck or Something Like It” that if you’re in this business and you’re someone … Read more

Ever Wondered If Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton Became More Than Just Friends?

Did Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton Ever Date?

Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton have been friends and longtime collaborators for many years – undoubtedly one of the most successful partnerships in country music. And every time they share the stage, you’ll get nothing but pure magic. From duets such as “Real Love,” “You Can’t Make Old Friends,” and “Islands in the Stream,” any … Read more

Elle King and Miranda Lambert’s “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home)” Is Such a Thrilling Duet

Miranda Lambert’s Drunk

Miranda Lambert’s “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home)” is her latest collaboration with fellow country star Elle King. And as expected, the party song was such a success it debuted atop the Billboard’s Country Digital Song Sales Chart. Written by King and Martin Johnson, “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home)” is an anthemic … Read more

Luke Bryan Shares the Secrets to His Successful 14-Year Marriage

Luke Bryan Shares the Secrets to His Successful 14-Year Marriage

Luke Bryan went all out with the secret of his 14-year-long marriage. His wife is Caroline Boyer. They wed in 2006 and bore two sons, Bo and Tate. And for starters, this may sound cliché but, one of their rules is to never go to bed mad. Healthy communication is another ingredient to their successful … Read more

Country Superstars Joins Matthew McConaughey’s “We’re Texas” Online Concert

George Strait, Willie Nelson, Miranda Lambert To Join Matthew McConaughey’s “We’re Texas” Virtual Concer

Matthew McConaughey’s “We’re Texas” Online Concert excites fans because of the star-studded guests. They are teaming up to aid the Texans affected by Winter Storm Uri. George Strait, Willie Nelson, and Miranda Lambert are the music icons that teamed up with Matthew McConaughey. The online benefit concert on March 21. Texans had experienced a major … Read more

Sammi Smith’s ‘Help Me Make It Through The Night’ Version Surpasses Original

Sammi Smith's 'Help Me Make It Through The Night'

The 1970s isn’t complete without Sammi Smith’s ‘Help Me Make It Through The Night.’ It’s a phenomenal hit that’s better than the original. Sammi Smith showed how she could own a song like it’s no one’s business. It’s also notable how this hit song is one of the artists’ favorites for revival. But the most … Read more