In 1968, Tom T. Hall released “Ballad of Forty Dollars” as the fourth and final single off his album of the same name. The song became Hall’s first Top 10 hit on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart as a recording artist, peaking at No. 4. Outside the United States, it also reached No. 4 on … Read more
Alan Jackson is famous for his neotraditional country genre, which is evident in his pieces. His song “Small Town Southern Man” topped the Billboard Hot Country Song charts for two weeks in March 2008, with people describing the music as “country music at its finest” that warms people’s hearts. Released on November 19, 2007, the … Read more
A contract from RCA Victor allowed Dottie West to release her national hit song “Here Comes My Baby” in June 1964. She and her husband, Bill West, wrote the piece together in just one day. Her music made it to the top 10 in the Billboard Charts upon debut. Dottie West is considered one of … Read more
Accompanied by the mellow piano and violin strings, Gary Allan touched everyone’s hearts when he released one of his top songs, “Tough Little Boys.” As soon as it debuted on June 28, 2003, it landed on the 45th spot on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs. The song peaked at the no. 1 spot for … Read more
Michael Wilson Hardy, stylized as HARDY, and Lainey Wilson released “wait in the truck,” and it instantly become a hit. The song’s subject is a topic hardly talked about today in society, and the fans (including people who have experienced the traumatic event) have called it a “beautifully written” and “hopeful” song that resonates with … Read more
With over 10 million views on YouTube, Kane and Katelyn Brown’s “Thank God” continues to become a hit. Kane and Katelyn Brown, married in October 2018, released their first-ever duet on September 12 this year 2022. The couple’s first-ever duet was a song they fell in love with almost immediately when they first listened to … Read more
Ralph and Carter Stanley were two mountain boys who took those mountains – along with their beliefs, customs, and folk songs – and wove them into a traditional bluegrass sound of absolute purity, modesty, and bewildering magnificence. The incomparable sound of the duo’s gritty tenor vocals, the driving banjo, and the soaring duets in The … Read more
Beloved 90’s country music hit-making machine Travis Tritt recently went on Twitter to rant about country rap. In his tweet, the country music star states that you get crap if you mix country with rap. Falling more towards the country-purist side of things, Tritt has been quite vocal about disliking modern-day artists’ direction for country … Read more
“Teddy Bear” was released by Red Sovine in June 1976 as a title track for their album that had the same name. The song, a recitation with an instrumental background, was Sovine’s last of three No. 1 hits on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. It was also the first since the 1966’s single “Giddyup … Read more
In 1975, rock and roll legend Jerry Lee Lewis released the song “Great Balls of Fire” under Sun Records. The song was also featured in the film Jamboree that year and quickly became a huge hit. Even after his passing, it remains one of the most popular songs of Jerry Lee Lewis. Written by Otis … Read more
It’s not rare to find fans of Dolly Parton, especially new ones, getting surprised to learn about the existence of Dolly Parton gospel songs. In truth, famous country artists singing gospel songs is quite common. Dolly Parton is one of them, and like many of Dolly Parton’s greatest hits, she also delivers a fantastic performance … Read more
Dolly Parton isn’t only a country superstar; she’s also quite popular with GIFs lovers. You heard that right; the Queen of Country is a regular in the world of GIFs. So, here is a collection of 13 Dolly Parton GIFs that could brighten your day or ruin it. 13 Dolly Parton GIFs We Think You … Read more
On December 20, 1999, one of the most renowned and thriving country stars of the 1950s, Hank Snow, passed away at his Rainbow Ranch in Madison, Tennessee. His son, the Rev. Jimmie Rodgers Snow, revealed that the primary indications suggest it was heart failure that caused Snow’s death. Snow was 85. In 1996, Snow started … Read more
There are absolutely a few figures in country music that can parallel how influential – yet perhaps underappreciated in modern culture – as Doug Sahm is. The moment he brought together the vibrant San Francisco rock and gritty soul into his breed of Texas music, he forever transformed the genre’s mood. This is evident in … Read more
Sometime after Reba McEntire’s divorce with Narvel Blackstock, she shocked fans when she revealed her new boyfriend, Rex Linn. However, contrary to what most people think, the two already knew each other from way back. You can say that the Reba McEntire & Rex Linn relationship we know now was a decade in the making. … Read more
Whatever shackles previously held Hank Williams III, they were entirely broken on the studio album he released in 2006 – called Straight to Hell – where he revels in profanity and glorious depravity. This includes the truly rebellious “Crazed Country Rebel,” where Williams III raised a solid middle finger in the face of the immaculately clean image … Read more
Isn’t Rebel Within the perfect song for Hank Williams III? Ever since he graced the music scene in 1999, he never hesitated to express his displeasure with his record label, Nashville music industry giant Curb Records. His relationship with Curb Records, most particularly with its label founder, has been tumultuous. Williams III asserted that the executives at … Read more
In 2006, Hank Williams III released his third studio album called Straight to Hell, wherein he paid tribute to the “Country Heroes” that inspired him. This includes Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, George Jones, David Allan Coe, and of course, his legendary grandfather, Hank Williams Sr., who has given him the high times. RELATED: Here Are Facts … Read more
Loretta Lynn has been around in the Country Music industry for decades. Fans of the genre around the globe know and celebrate her hits. In 2018, Loretta Lynn released a bittersweet ballad titled “Ain’t No Time to Go” that touched the hearts of fans worldwide. The song is part of the singer’s “Wouldn’t it Be … Read more
The lack of recognition that Brenda Lee has compared to her contemporaries doesn’t take away from her greatness. Lee’s career started during the late 1940s, and she made it big during the 1950s. Like any other celebrity throughout time, being famous doesn’t necessarily mean that everything about Brenda Lee is known to the world. If … Read more
Katelyn Jae Brown is famously known for being the wife of American heartthrob and country singer Kane Brown. Together with their two beautiful baby girls, they make an inspiring and fun-to-follow family. RELATED: Kane Brown and Wife Katelyn’s Whirlwind Love Story However, there is a lot more to Katelyn than just being the wife of … Read more
Country Concerts 2023 last updated: December 11, 2022/11:55pm CST Country Concerts 2023 is jampacked with tours from the biggest touring artists. And they’ll definitely be accompanied by great opening talents that will make attending them even more worthwhile. RELATED: 27 Country Songs Everyone Knows That Will Surely Get You Going So here is a full … Read more
With her singing and songwriting prowess, Ashley Monroe has won the hearts of many music lovers around the world. It’s no surprise how she has gotten critical acclaim for the tunes she made. As of writing, Monroe has released five full-length studio albums, along with numerous singles, and her fans are always waiting for more. … Read more
During her recent Living & Learning with Reba McEntire podcast, Reba McEntire revealed that she’s dating Rex Linn. She even called him a “very, very sweetheart of a guy” during the last episode of the podcast. So, who is the guy that managed to capture the Queen of Country’s heart? 1. He’s A Country Man … Read more
Fellow country superstars and longtime friends Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley joined forces for a performance of “Whiskey Lullaby” during Grand Ole Opry’s 4,940th consecutive Saturday night broadcast in 2020 – and the pair didn’t fail to blow the audience away. Underwood and Paisley kicked their breathtaking performance with “Jesus Take The Wheel,” along with … Read more
In 1995, country supergroup The Highwaymen released “I Do Believe” off their album The Road Goes on Forever. The song was written by Waylon Jennings, who also provided lead vocals on the track. The soul-stirring tune derides conventional religious beliefs, including the idea of Heaven and Hell – at the same time, affirms a religious principle wherein … Read more
Garth Brooks is making his way to The Entertainment Capital of the World! The Country Music Hall of Fame member took to his Instagram on Monday (November 14) to announce a new residency in Las Vegas that he will headline. It is called Garth Brooks/Plus ONE at none other than The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, which Brooks … Read more
For those who have heard “Whiskey Lullaby,” you know it’s a truly heartbreaking and tragic song about betrayal, regret, and self-blame. And the moment Brad Paisley heard the song; he knew he had to record it. He enlisted another country superstar for a breathtaking duet – and it’s none other than the female artist with … Read more
Even when she was just a child, Brenda Lee had an angelic singing voice, a commanding stage presence, and physical beauty. As a result, she managed to win people’s attention and started her illustrious music career at a young age. With so many hits put out throughout the years, we’ve compiled a list of what … Read more
In 1972, Doug Sahm left the rock band Sir Douglas Quintet and finally released his debut solo album called Doug Sahm and Band. “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone” was the opening track, which has since been the song that he’s widely recognized with. Written by Glenn Martin and Dave Kirby, the heartbreaking tune tells the … Read more