Fans of Dolly Parton got some special treat when the country legend released two TV movies. The first one was released in December 2015, called Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors, based on Parton’s hit song of the same name released in 1971. The song “Coat of Many Colors” tells the tale of how Parton’s … Read more
Hillary Scott’s daughters are the most adorable ones you’ll see today. The country music singer-songwriter of the music group Lady A has been three times blessed with daughters. Scott and her husband, drummer Chris Tyrrell, welcomed their two youngest – twins Betsy Mack and Emory JoAnn – in 2018. Since then, the proud mom has … Read more
One of the rising themes among country music lovers, artists, and fans alike is their longing for their hometown or the people they missed. Two good examples are Laine Hardy’s ‘Tiny Town’ and Luke Comb’s ‘Nothing Like You.’ But unlike the usual nostalgia approach, High Valley’s brothers Brad and Curtis Rempel did something along the … Read more
Have you been singing George Strait’s “Love’s Gonna Make It Alright” and got impressed by how well-written it is? Well, it was actually written by another country superstar, and it’s no other than the award-winning Chris Stapleton. Before Stapleton was winning every single award at every award shows he attended ever since his solo career … Read more
Home Free songs never stopped impressing us ever since they won The Sing-Off in 2013. The a cappella group has released amazing covers of country and pop hits – tackling some of the most cherished country classics of all time. Of course, there’s also their original music that is just breathtaking. Here are some of … Read more
Have you ever competed in any talent show when you were in high school? This fun-filled event can surely be a great way for students to showcase their talents and build their confidence. For the most part, we already know what to expect from one of these talent shows: someone will get up with their … Read more
Kid Rock’s “Warrior” proves the singer is proudly supporting the military members and is taking a profound stance on politics. Rock recorded “Warrior,” considering the men and women who selflessly put the lives of others before their own. It is accompanied by a captivating music video to honor those who fight, serve, and protect the … Read more
This year is ending with a bang for the music industry, with hit singles from two young stars leading the top 40 country songs for December 2020. Morgan Wallen’s “More Than My Hometown” is still holding the top spot as strong as it did last month. The Tennessee native’s success is without a doubt the … Read more
This video of a young boy singing in a crowded parking lot in the Philippines was first uploaded in 2012 but is making the rounds again, and it’s clear to see why! And for his choice of song? It is no other than the Queen of Country‘s “I Will Always Love You.” Belting out the … Read more
There’s no doubt about it – country music icon Loretta Lynn’s talent has been passed down through generations, and the crowd in Salina, Kansas, got to witness it firsthand. In 2016, Lynn performed in the city at the Stiefel Theatre of Performing Arts. While everyone was expecting a splendid country performance from The Coal Miner’s … Read more
Jukebox songs have entertained us for ages! Many things have already changed in the world of music. We went from vinyl to cassettes to CDs to mp3s, and finally, to streaming services as our primary source of day-to-day listening. All through those changes, however, one source of music remains – the jukebox. You can walk … Read more
Country legend Willie Nelson has accomplished a great deal in his eighty-seven years, but the Red Headed Stranger has an addition to his long list of accolades. In case you don’t know, Nelson got his fifth-degree black belt in a martial art called GongKwon Yusul in 2014. And this is no honorary black belt or … Read more
Morgan Wallen is becoming a force to be reckoned with, who is not only leading the top 40 country songs for November 2020 but also has another hit sitting near the top ten. With Dan + Shay in between, Wallen is followed by another proud redneck country boy, Hardy. Both Wallen and Hardy may be … Read more
Carrie Underwood cried during recording duet with son, and it’s probably the most touching story you’ll ever hear. The country superstar may have performed duets with some of the biggest names in the music industry, but Underwood revealed that it was her five-year-old son who left a lasting impression. Three months before Christmas, Underwood released … Read more
In 2016, country singer Eric Church released “Record Year” as the second single from his album Mr. Misunderstood. The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and also peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. After remarkably reaching two million units in sales and streams, it was certified … Read more
Sometimes, love is all about the bold gestures we have to do just to catch someone’s attention. And Dan + Shay tried to replicate this cliché to impress their women in the seductive 2018 track, “All to Myself.” Released as the third single from their self-titled album, the song reached the top of the Billboard … Read more
Country music powerhouse is leading the Top 40 Country Songs in October 2020! Lee Brice may have been ruling last month, but the three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year, Jason Aldean, slipped by him for the top spot with his highest-charting single since 2014’s “Burnin’ It Down.” Morgan Wallen is also proving he could be … Read more
In 1983, soft rock band Air Supply released “Making Love Out of Nothing At All” for their compilation album Greatest Hits. The song quickly reached No. 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, where it stayed for three weeks. Since then, the song has been covered by several other artists, with Bonnie Tyler’s version being … Read more
In 2002, country music band Diamond Rio released “I Believe” as the second single off their album Completely. The song became another No. 1 hit for the band as it climbed to the top spot of Billboard Hot Country Songs. It also reached No. 31 in the Billboard Hot 100. Written by Skip Ewing and … Read more
In 1963, American folk group Peter, Paul, and Mary made the song “Puff the Magic Dragon” popular. The song quickly sailed into several charts. In the United States, it reached No. 1 in the Billboard Middle-Road Singles, No. 2 both in the Billboard Hot 100 and Cash Box Top 100, and No. 10 in the … Read more
God must have been watching singer-songwriter Julie Gold one winter morning of 1985 while sitting down at her childhood piano to write “From a Distance.” During that time, Gold was working as a secretary for HBO, making both ends meet. But on her 30th birthday, she received a very special gift from her parents back … Read more
In 2018, country music and bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs treated CMA viewers for a performance of “There Goes My Everything” – and it’s a performance you won’t easily forget. During the celebration of the 50th Annual CMA Awards, some of the biggest names in country music paid tribute to a number of frequently nominated and … Read more
In 2014, Tim McGraw released “Shotgun Rider” as the third single from his album Sundown Heaven Town. The song then became another No. 1 hit for McGraw as it sailed on top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs, Billboard Country Airplay, and in the Billboard Country chart in Canada. It also peaked at No. 38 … Read more
The first time man landed on the moon through the spaceflight Apollo 11, the song “In The Year 2525” dominated the charts that summer. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary and No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, where it stayed for six weeks, making it the longest-running No. 1 that year. … Read more
In 1975, Merle Haggard and country band The Strangers covered the song “Kentucky Gambler.” It was released as a single from one of his most commercially successful albums, Keep Movin’ On. The song became a No. 1 hit on Billboard Hot Country Songs, where it stayed at No. 1 for a week and spent a … Read more
In 1970, country singer and TV personality Lynn Anderson recorded “Rose Garden” after hearing its original version. However, Anderson’s producer – her husband Glenn Sutton – rejected her recording because he thinks “it was not a girl’s song.” After much convincing and some extra studio time left, Sutton reconsidered. “I had objected to it because … Read more
In 1992, country music group Restless Heart released “When She Cries” as the first single off the band’s album Big Iron Horses. This is their first album without lead singer Larry Stewart, who then started his solo career – drummer John Dittrich sings the lead in his place. “When She Cries” then reached No. 9 … Read more
In 1962, husband-and-wife country music duo Carl Butler and Pearl made “Don’t Let Me Cross Over” a famous duet. The song only needed four weeks to be a No. 1 hit on Billboard Hot Country Singles, one of country music’s fastest ascensions ever. But what’s even more impressive is that it spent eleven non-consecutive weeks … Read more
In 1972, Don Gibson released what would be his final No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs, “Woman (Sensuous Woman).” The song held the top position for a week and spent a total of sixteen weeks on that chart. It was also Gibson’s biggest record after conquering his own addiction. Gibson got the biggest … Read more
“A Week in a Country Jail” is absolutely one of Tom T. Hall’s biggest hits. The song was released in 1969 as the third and final single off his studio album Homecoming. It quickly reached No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles, maintaining that position for two weeks and spending a total of … Read more