Historically tied to the lumber industry in the 19th century, a river named after its city, “Saginaw, Michigan,” floated awards for William Orville “Lefty” Frizzell the same way it floated its logs within the Saginaw River. An American honky-tonk singer, Lefty Frizzell, performed “Saginaw, Michigan,” a track written by Bill Anderson and Don Wayne back … Read more
If you’re looking for a love song to vibe with, Diamond Rio’s “Unbelievable” would be the perfect pick if you’re looking for a love song to vibe with. It’s a super catchy tune you can dance to or simply have a good time with, guaranteed. The song was written by Jeffrey Steele and Al Anderson … Read more
Country singer Janis Joplin landed her career hit with her cover version of Kris Kristofferson and Fred Foster’s “Me and Bobby McGee.” It was her first (and unfortunately, only) solo number-one single, as she died just days after recording the track due to an accidental drug overdose. It was also the second posthumously released number-one … Read more
2019 was the year country singer and former The Voice coach Blake Shelton found God, and it was also the year that he felt his faith soared. As a testament to that, he released a compilation album titled Fully Loaded: God’s Country. “Jesus Got a Tight Grip” was one of the five fresh tracks, dropping … Read more
We’ve all heard Taylor Swift’s classic song “Teardrops on My Guitar” from her self-titled debut album. Swift released her self-titled album in 2006, showcasing her songwriting prowess through storytelling and the relatability of her lyrics. She was certainly recognized for it, earning awards like the Horizon Award at the 2007 Country Music Association Awards and … Read more
On July 2, 2019, the American bluegrass family band from Brandon, Missouri, called The Petersens, posted their second-ever video on their YouTube channel. It was a cover of the classic Dolly Parton track “Jolene.” According to the description box, they filmed it in Katie’s living room (one of the four siblings in the band) with … Read more
Country music artist Alan Jackson absolutely embodies country, and his 2008 track “Country Boy” from his Good Time album is a perfect example. The song was his 25th career number-one hit on the Billboard Country Singles chart. The even more impressive part was that it marked the moment that Jackson matched fellow singer George Strait’s … Read more
Country singer Tammy Wynette described her 1976 single “‘Til I Can Make It on My Own,” which was also the title track of her same-titled album, as a personal favorite out of all Tammy Wynette songs. In fact, it had been a staple tune in her concert setlist. Fans thought it was because the song … Read more
Trust us when we say Mark Wills’s 1998 hit song “I Do (Cherish You)” is one of the best love songs ever. It’s a pure expression of love and assurance. So, if you’re looking for the perfect song to dedicate to your partner, this is it. “I Do (Cherish You)” was written by Dan Hill … Read more
If you haven’t heard Michael Bublé and Blake Shelton’s duet performance of Bublé’s hit 2005 single “Home,” then you’re definitely missing out on something incredible. In 2008, David Foster delivered a one-night-only concert at Las Vegas’ Mandalay Bay Events Center, featuring a jukebox of his hits and live performances from his famous friends. Among those … Read more
Country singer Carrie Underwood always loved good storytelling in a song and strong-woman character, which she got both in the murder ballad tale of Jenny called “Church Bells.” The song was released in April 2016 for her fifth studio album, Storyteller. The song, which Underwood described as the little sister of Bobbie Gentry’s “Fancy,” was … Read more
In 2006, two of the biggest country singers, Merle Haggard and George Jones, released a studio album titled Kickin’ Out the Footlights… Again. The first track on the album was Haggard’s 1979 song “Footlights.” “Jones Sings Haggard, Haggard Sings Jones” It wasn’t their first rodeo together, though. The two had already recorded in 1982 in … Read more
On June 5, 2023, country music singer Nate Smith released “World on Fire” as the second single from his self-titled debut album. So many connected with the catchy, rock-inspired country heartbreaker that it went to No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart while peaking at No. 8 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. It also … Read more
In May 2022, Lainey Wilson released “Heart Like a Truck,” which hit the airwaves as the primary track from her second album, Bell Bottom Country. The song, which showcased her powerful vocals, ranked No. 2 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart while peaking at No. 7 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. It was also a … Read more
On March 13, 2023, Morgan Wallen released “One Thing At A Time” as the title track and third single from his sprawling third studio album. However, fans first heard of it shortly before Christmas in 2022 as part of the three-song sampler that preceded the album announcement. Many relate to Wallen’s endless complaints about his … Read more
On June 21, 2022, Cole Swindell released “She Had Me at Heads Carolina” as the third single from his album Stereotype. It peaked at No. 16 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Swindell’s highest charting appearance to date. The song also ranked No. 3 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, and it reached the … Read more
In December 1958, Johnny Cash released “Don’t Take Your Guns to Town” as the first single from The Fabulous Johnny Cash, his second studio album and the first to be released by Columbia Records. The song became one of Cash’s most popular pieces, reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart while peaking at … Read more
In 1975, “Boulder to Birmingham” appeared on Emmylou Harris’ second studio album and major-label debut, Pieces of the Sky. The heart-rending track later served as one of her signature tunes. Several artists also covered the song, including Dolly Parton on her 1976 album, All I Can Do. Meanwhile, Joan Baez cut a live version of … Read more
On October 16, 2023, Luke Combs released “Where The Wild Things Are” as the third single from his album Gettin’ Old, which became one of the most successful records of his career. Unsurprisingly, the song became another hit for Luke Combs. It reached No. 8 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart while also peaking at No. … Read more
There are a lot of things that we would want to ask if Jesus ever came to our houses. Porter Wagoner’s “What Would You Do (If Jesus Came To Your House)” gives us a glimpse of what we might do if Jesus walks into our homes unannounced, without any notice, at any time of the … Read more
Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has been known to write songs about her exes, and her debut single “Tim McGraw” was no exception. But this wasn’t simply her age-old story of a melancholic summer romance. As they say, Swift knew how to weaponize her lyrics to create nostalgia. While it was a personal experience, anyone who listened … Read more
You should know two things about Loretta Lynn from her 1968 hit song “Fist City.” First, her man is her man, and she’d never hesitate to beat down a b–tch when needed. She’s exactly the type of woman you’d want in your corner. Second, if you piss her so hard, you’d get a song written … Read more
Known as one of the most influential artists in the country music genre, Hank Williams has a massive collection of hits he earned over the decades. Arguably, even his not-so-commercially-successful songs are still top-tier in quality, like one, in particular, titled “I Saw The Light.” This 1948 song has become a timeless classic in his … Read more
In his 1989 album Favorite Hymns, a collection of songs he learned as a child in their little country church in Billstown, Arkansas, Glen Campbell shared his rendition of the 19th-century classic invitation hymn “Softly and Tenderly.” While it didn’t resound success in the charts, it was still one of Glen Campbell’s songs that you … Read more
If you know George Strait, then you’d know he always loved a good bottle of tequila. And he loved it so much that he wrote a song about it: “Código.” This song was the namesake of Código 1530, an ultra-premium spirits brand he has publicly backed for years, and it was co-written with his son … Read more
The country vocal duo, The Judds, earned their second career hit and the first of their 14 number-ones with “Mama He’s Crazy.” The song was written by Kenny O’Deill and was released as the second single from their 1984 debut EP Wynonna & Naomi. Then, it was re-released in their full-length album Why Not Me. … Read more
Zac Brown and Kelly Yazdi, who married just four months ago, are calling it quits! The newlywed couple has announced that they are moving towards officially ending their marriage. “We are in the process of divorce,” Brown and Yazdi said in a joint statement. Despite that, the two said their respect for each other remains … Read more
Love and romance became the headline act in country music during 2023 as some of the genre’s brightest stars took their relationships to new heights. From unexpected proposals to close-knit weddings, the year overflowed with heartwarming unions that swept us off our feet. Lucky for us, these country stars joyfully shared their milestones with us. … Read more
After marking a glorious decade of country music’s finest, Faster Horses 2024 is roaring back to Michigan International Speedway from July 19 to 21, 2024. However, the official lineup for next year’s festival remains an exciting secret. Despite that, the Faster Horses Festival in 2023 still reverberates as it witnessed some of the brightest stars … Read more
Giddy up, CT Nation! The Country Thunder 2024 music festival is back for another jampacked year and star-studded lineup. The festival will kick off in Florence, Arizona, from April 11 to 14, with Lainey Wilson, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, and Koe Wetzel as headliners. It will then make stops in Bristol, Saskatchewan, Wisconsin, and Alberta … Read more