Teachers are the backbone of society. Since kingdom come, they have led the way and guided a plethora of people from all walks of life into their proper destinies towards the betterment of our society. Teachers are the movers and shakers of the world, and oftentimes, they do not get the proper thank you that … Read more
The perfect country song to thank our teachers hasn’t been written yet, but we still managed to find a song to dedicate to them and thank them on Teachers’ Day. Without our teachers, we could not be where we are today. They shaped us into the person we are right now, and we have learned … Read more
Who knew that before pursuing country music, Anne Murray was first a teacher? Yes, the first Canadian country artist to reach the top spot on the American music charts was first a Physical Education teacher before finding her voice in the music industry. Anne Murray’s Early Years Anne Murray‘s parents worked in the medical field, … Read more
This month, we celebrate the World Teachers Day. With this, let us greet all hardworking teachers out there, a Happy Teachers Day! Teaching is a profession that needs a lot of patience. Teachers are not only seen in school but also at home. The first teacher we have is our parents. They were the ones … Read more
It looks like Fox intends on staying in the music drama business! The company is developing a one-hour drama series set in the world of country music! Fox’s Newest Drama Series The series has yet to be named, but the project already has a script commitment with a penalty attached. After all, its hip-hop drama … Read more
Victims of the October 1, 2017, mass shooting in Las Vegas will receive a huge settlement between $735 million and $800 million dollars collectively from MGM records. Route 91 Victims Reach a Settlement Reports say that those represented by Eglet Adams law firm are “substantially all plaintiffs in litigation” right now. “Today’s agreement marks a … Read more
Ashley McBryde is killing it this year with her nominations and accomplishments. The Country Music Television (CMT) announced on October 2 that the country singer will be given a Breakout Artist Award of the Year. This is a huge step in the career of the country singer since she started back in 2007. 2019 is … Read more
Husband and wife duo Caleb and Kelsey Grimm performed an incredible rendition of “You Raise Me Up.” “You Raise Me Up” is a timeless song that has been recorded by numerous music artists. The song was popularized by Josh Groban and his sweet rendition became remarkable. The powerful lyrics resonate with the hearts of many … Read more
There’s an old saying that goes, “a good song is a good song regardless of whoever sings it.” Well, that’s not always totally true. Sometimes, an artist might be a huge fan of a singer or a song, but it doesn’t translate to their style. Then, there are instances where an artist comes very close – or … Read more
Willie Nelson is always seen with a simple shirt, a cowboy hat, and he is always strapped with his guitar. This was not always the case for this country outlaw legend as he started his career looking like a fine gentleman, wearing nice suits. In his performance at Nashville back in the ’60s, you can … Read more
Tenille Arts is one of the rising country stars today. She may not be as popular as LeAnn Rimes or Reba McEntire but she has a unique voice that truly amazes her listeners. Recently, she made her first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry. With this, it became a platform for her to showcase her … Read more
“Joyful Sounds” was first broadcasted in 1982. Founder Rob Green also hosts the “Gospel Country” radio show and operates Christian Music Weekly magazine. October 2, 1982, a Sunday night on a 10,000 watt AM station in suburban Toronto, Ontario, I started my first broadcast of ‘Joyful Sounds’…we just celebrated 30 years of syndication in October … Read more
A lot of talented people are being discovered nowadays and one of them is Bree Taylor. Her potential in singing was first seen when she performed in local choirs. She began singing at the age of six. Unlike other singers, she did not come from a musical family, but she knew to herself that performing … Read more
Good news, country fans! The prestigious stage of Grand Ole Opry will be celebrating Dolly Week for the singer’s 50th Anniversary as a member. Mark your calendars and make sure to catch all the performances from October 8 to October 12. It will be a pure country music festival honoring some of the greatest moments … Read more
“Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” is a worship song known as “The Heavenly Vision.” It is a hymn written by Helen Howarth Lemmel. The song was inspired by a pamphlet entitled Focused. Years later, this song has become a beloved classic that continues to touch the hearts of people. Today, a Grammy award-winning singer and … Read more
Multi-talented singer, songwriter, author, and award-winning record producer John Carter Cash has added filmmaking in his long list of accolades and accomplishments. His most recent film, Dragon Song, will premier on the 5th of October! John Carter Cash’s Dragon Song Cash commented about conceptualizing the film in a statement. “I wrote the song ‘Dragon Song’ … Read more
Real country music is not considered country music without the Singing Cowboy, Gene Autry. Today, we remember him on his 21st death anniversary, and what better way to keep his memory is to listen to some of the songs he immortalized in the country music industry? Autry is worth remembering because, without him, country music … Read more
The Mavericks is one of the most underrated bands in the country music industry. They may not be as big as the Alabama or Rascal Flatts, but their contribution to country music should be appreciated. They have made a few hits here but they have also made their mark at the UK charts with their … Read more
Virginia Patterson Hensley professionally known as Patsy Cline was a popular music artist in the 1940s to the 1960s. She has spent over 15 years in the country music industry. Thus, she is considered as one of the most influential vocalists of the century and one of the first country artists to successfully cross over … Read more
Brennan Lassiter captured the attention of the four judges when she sang “You Are My Sunshine.” We all know how this singing competition works. You must have a powerful opening line so that the judges will turn their chairs, and Brennan did just that. With a background on country and gospel songs, Brennan performed this … Read more
Jason Aldean stands in solidarity with the victims of the Route 91 Harvest Festival mass shooting as he posts a reminder of the devastating tragedy. Jason Aldean Remembers In a post he shared on his official Instagram, he posted a simple photo, captioning how it was always going to be a tough day for everyone. … Read more
Darius Rucker was the lead singer of the rock band Hootie & the Blowfish before he came into the country music scene. This was back in 1986 and he formed with the band at the University of South Carolina along with Mark Bryan, Jim “Soni” Sonefeld, and Dean Felber. Twenty-six years later, his contribution to … Read more
Sean Curran is a multi talented man who stands as a singer, songwriter, and a worship leader. He founded a group called the Florida Christian rock group, Bellarive. The group is composed of Sean Curran, Melissa Mage, Mike Mage, Josh Luker, and Kenny Werner. Talking about Sean Curran, he began playing guitar at the age … Read more
The 53rd CMA Awards broadcast, set to air in 37 countries on Nov. 13, will address country music’s gender divide head-on. Hosts Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, and Carrie Underwood are the beacons for the plight of women in country music. Women’s Voices Amped Up by Reba, Carrie, and Dolly at the 53rd CMA Awards Solidarity … Read more
Last Thursday, the International Bluegrass Music Award or IBMA 2019 was held, and it was an extravagant and amazing night, jam-packed with outstanding performances. Winners were also announced at the award show held on the 26th of September at Raleigh, North Carolina. The show was hosted by American bluegrass singer Del McCoury, and country and … Read more
Brenda Lee is one of the leading female artists of the ’50s and ’60s era. Her record sales and chart performances speak for itself and she was able to share the spotlight with some of the biggest names in the music industry like Elvis Presley, The Beatles, and Ray Charles. Although she is a crossover … Read more
The 30th annual International Bluegrass Music Awards took place in Raleigh, North Carolina. This event was hosted by Del McCoury and Jim Lauderdale at Raleigh’s Duke Energy Performing Arts Center. The awards are voted on by the members of the International Bluegrass Music Association. Also, this annual event gathers all the best music artists who … Read more
Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter Micheal Busbee — who has worked with the likes of Pink, Lady Antebellum, and Maren Morris –has died, his record label confirmed on Sunday. He was 43. Busbee’s Legacy Micheal Busbee is said to be one of the producers and songwriters who helped shape Maren Morris’ country music with her life-changing … Read more
The IBMA 2019 was held last week and we have here the winners for Gospel Song of the Year and Collaborative Recording of the Year. The IBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) is the biggest organization for Bluegrass music which started back in 1988. The group aims to recognize lifetime contributions to bluegrass, both by performers … Read more
The International Bluegrass Music Association crowned their leading pickers and players in bluegrass as esteemed artists are honored for their amazing contributions to the genre. At the 30th annual celebration, Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers took home the coveted Entertainer of the Year award, while Sister Sadie earned Vocal Group of the Year, and … Read more