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“You Can Let Go”, Remembering Papa, Our Cancer Warrior

“You Can Let Go” is a song by Crystal Shawanda released in 2008. The song dwells on father-daughter relationship from childhood into adulthood. It intends to send a powerful message of a father’s role in our lives. In this article, we’ll pay tribute to our brave cancer patient, Papa Matt. Papa Matt, Our Cancer Warrior … Read more

Miranda Lambert Teases with New Song “Mess With My Head”

Miranda Lambert teases us with a new single via her Instagram! Miranda Lambert’s Newest Single Lambert is on a roll with her newest music. She will be releasing a new song entitled “Mess With My Head” this Friday, the 9th of August and she gave us fans a cool sample teaser in advance for her … Read more

Willie Nelson Cancels Upcoming Tour Due to Breathing Problems

Sad news, country fans. Willie Nelson will be canceling one of his upcoming tours because of breathing problems. The 86-year- old country legend has been at it with his tours all around the country and he might be needing some rest to regain his health. It is still unsure when the rescheduled tour dates will … Read more

Aaron Watson’s Nostalgic “Country Radio” at the Grand Ole Pry

Aaron Watson has been in the industry for 20 years. It was June of this year when he released his own album entitled “Red Bandana.” His album has 20 songs equivalent to the 20 years of Watson in the industry. The eighth on the album is the song “Country Radio.” The Story Told By “Country … Read more

Rewind: Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffet’s Song was No. 1 in 2003

Do you remember the amazing collaboration of Jimmy Buffet and Alan Jackson for the song “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere?” Well, we can definitely remember that CMA-award winning song of 2003. Today marks the day it went number one on the country chart. Wow! It’s been sixteen years since “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” hit the top … Read more

“Dolly Parton’s America” Podcast Launches This Fall

The Queen of Country is heading to the airwaves but not with another song. She’s going to be the proud host of a brand new podcast! The beloved country icon, actress, and philanthropist, Dolly Parton is going to be the subject of a podcast that will be launched this fall. Get Ready for Dolly Parton’s … Read more

Vince Gill and Paul Franklin Delivers a Great Performance of “A World Without Haggard” at the Opry

Vince Gill and Paul Franklin gave a stellar performance of “A World Without Haggard” at the Opry. Vince specifically wrote this track for the country legend we all know and love, Merle Haggard. The song pays homage to the legacy that Merle left in the country music world. Vince included this song in his 2016 … Read more

5 Banned Classic Country Songs that Topped Charts

Classic country songs are known to be songs that tell stories about family, romance, and God. However, at some point in the past, the following country songs were banned. The ironic thing is that these songs actually became chart-toppers.  Banned But Chart Topper #5 Kitty Wells‘ “It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels” (1952) … Read more

Fox News had Something to Say about Kacey Musgraves’ Statement

More and more country artists have spoken out about the gruesome mass shootings that have plagued the nation in the last couple of weeks. One of the strongest voices out there, Kacey Musgraves, caught the attention of conservative news network Fox news. Fox News was Horrified about Kacey Musgraves’ Statement Fox & Friends attacks .@KaceyMusgraves … Read more

August 5 is Officially Dolly Parton Day as Declared by Mayor David Briley

Good news, country fans! Country legend Dolly Parton will now be celebrated every year because of an announcement from Mayor David Briley. The Mayor of Nashville announced that August 5 will be Dolly Parton Day. The country singer’s charity works and efforts in helping the education system are now being recognized and we couldn’t be … Read more

Ricky Skaggs’ “Somebody’s Praying” is a Track We Need Right Now

Amidst all the mass shootings that happened this week, America is in dire need of guidance. This Ricky Skaggs track is perfect for reflecting on the things that we should start doing. Prayers are a powerful tool but more than that, we must be able to embody the things that we have prayed for. Ricky … Read more

Under the Influence of Classic Country: An Insight into Classic Country Music from Sheree Homer

Certainly, there has been a lot of insights with regard to country music, its roots, and its artists. Several deep dives have already shed some light on the origins of the genre and how it cultivates its artists. However, there are only a few literary pieces that exist right now that fully encapsulates the crisp … Read more

Wagoner’s “The Cold Hard Facts of Life” Will Make You Sad

“The Cold Hard Facts of Life” is a song that portrays infidelity. In the complicated world that we live in, what’s your take on this song? To be in hell or rot in here? Well, why didn’t anyone teach us about the cold hard facts of life?  The Cold Hard Facts of Life’s Original Artist … Read more

Brad Paisley Welcomes New Immigrants in the most American way on the Jimmy Kimmel Show

Brad Paisley once again showed his passionate side when he helped Jimmy Kimmel, welcome immigrants. On the recent Jimmy Kimmel episode, the host asked if the country singer could help him welcome new immigrants on his show. The two welcomed 6 immigrants from Mexico and from other parts of the world. The audience cheered as … Read more

“Sing Me Back Home:” A Snapshot of a Prisoner’s Story

The song “Sing Me Back Home” was originally sung and written by Merle Haggard. It was written for his fellow prisoners in San Quentin State Prison. The song had numerous covers including Don Williams’. Check out the story told by the version of Don Williams. Sing Me Back Home, Prisoners’ Snapshot of Final Moments Merle … Read more

Luke Combs Beats Randy Travis’ 1998 Record

Luke Combs, the artist behind “Hurricane“, “When It Rains It Pours”, “One Number Away”, “She Got the Best of Me”,  “Beautiful Crazy” and“Beer Never Broke My Heart” holds different spots in the Billboard’s Country Categories. All his six hit singles broke Randy Travis’ Record. Luke Combs, The Man Behind 6 Hit Singles Luke’s current single, … Read more

Listen to this Haunting Cover of Elvis Presley’s “Don’t”

Zoe Kravitz is giving us a haunting cover of an Elvis Presley classic. However, this is already expected from her as she has music flowing through her veins. Her father is the well-known music legend Lenny Kravitz who does all genres of music in his songs. Zoe does not necessarily have a music career because … Read more

John Prine Releases Quirky Music Video for “Lonesome Friends of Science”

John Prine’s newest song comes alive in his latest music video. His song “Lonesome Friends of Science” gets the animated treatment and the outcome is absolutely adorable. John Prine’s as Cute as Can Be Music Video Prine has definitely succeeded in sharing a delightfully surreal animated video for “Lonesome Friends of Science,” a track off … Read more

Alan Jackson to His 3 Daughters: “You Can Always Come Home”

Alan Jackson is known for his songs that gives tribute to his family. He now shares a song for his beloved daughters to spread their wings. The song is entitled “You Can Always Come Home.” Here, we can see why his daughters are proud. Alan Jackson as a Father Alan Jackson prides himself on being … Read more

Kris Kristofferson’s “Good Christian Soldier” Discusses the Conflict of Religion and War

Kris Kristofferson has always written great songs throughout his career. His hits “Help Me Make It Through The Night” and “Sunday Morning Coming Down” are only a few of his well-written songs. However, his song “Good Christian Soldier,” was by Texas songwriter Billy Joe Shaver written as an eye-opening track. Behind Kris Kristofferson’s Good Christian … Read more

Today is Rodney Crowell’s Big Day, Happy 69th Birthday!

Rodney Crowell is known for his contributions to country music. His songs “After All This Time” and “Old Yellow Moon” were his best pieces that earned him two Grammy Awards. He was first recognized as a leader of the new traditionalist movement in the ’80s.  Well, to the man who has achieved great things in … Read more

Listen to Donna Fargo’s Signature Song “The Happiest Girl in the Whole USA”

Donna Fargo was one of the few female breakout country artists of the ‘7os. She rose to fame with her most notable hit “The Happiest Girl in the Whole USA.” Donna was able to get to the level of fame among female country artists such as Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, and Loretta Lynn. The singer … Read more

Olivia Newton-John Diagnosed With Cancer

As she battles cancer for the third time, Olivia Newton-John is not sure how long she has to live, but the star isn’t focused on that, saying “Every day is a gift.” Olivia Newton-John’s Breast Cancer Diagnosis The 70-year-old hitmaker and actress sat down with 60 Minutes Australia to talk about her breast cancer diagnosis, … Read more

2017’s Love Song “The Rest of Our Life” By McGraw and Hill

Have you already experienced committing yourself to someone and told him/her that you’ll love him/her for the rest of our life? Well, talking about love, it is a lifetime experience that happens in someone’s life. Now, let’s listen to this song “The Rest of Our Life” that was performed by American country artists Tim McGraw … Read more

Other Country Artists Speak Out About the Shooting in El Paso and Dayton

Other country artists are speaking out about the devastating mass shooting that has occurred over the weekend. Other Country Artists Speak Out About the Shooting Kelsea Ballerini is one of the few country artists who are outspoken about wanting to do something after the back to back tragedies that the country has seen over the … Read more