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fromSPIN
11 hours ago

Souled American's Downbeat Country Still Feels Vital - SPIN

Souled American returns with their seventh record, Sanctions, exploring themes of isolation, mortality, and decline after a 30-year hiatus.
#country-music
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Kacey Musgraves Reveals New Album Middle of Nowhere and Single

Kacey Musgraves releases her seventh album Middle of Nowhere on May 1, featuring the single 'Dry Spell' and guest appearances from Willie Nelson, Miranda Lambert, Billy Strings, and Gregory Alan Isakov.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Country musician Stephen Wilson Jr. delivers rough and intricate artistry

Stephen Wilson Jr., former microbiologist and Golden Gloves boxer, became a distinctive country artist known for intimate, rumbling-voiced songs that went viral on social media.
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fromFuncheap
5 days ago

The Highwayman Show: Tribute to Cash, Nelson, Jennings & Kristofferson

The Highwayman Show features music from iconic country outlaws in a tribute performance.
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fromVulture
1 week ago

Country Music's Middle Road

Two women topped American music charts simultaneously, marking a historic milestone for women in country music after nearly 70 years.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Kacey Musgraves: "Dry Spell"

Kacey Musgraves releases 'Dry Spell,' a playful country song about sexual frustration and romantic drought, using double entendres and Western noir aesthetics to humorously confess 335 days without intimate connection.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Kacey Musgraves Reveals New Album Middle of Nowhere and Single

Kacey Musgraves releases her seventh album Middle of Nowhere on May 1, featuring the single 'Dry Spell' and guest appearances from Willie Nelson, Miranda Lambert, Billy Strings, and Gregory Alan Isakov.
#kacey-musgraves
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fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

Video: Kacey Musgraves Returns, Cheeky as Ever

Kacey Musgraves' new single 'Dry Spell' marks a return to her humorous and cheeky roots in country music.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago

Video: Kacey Musgraves Returns, Cheeky as Ever

Kacey Musgraves' new single 'Dry Spell' marks a return to her humorous and cheeky roots in country music.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Add to playlist: the beautifully dazed, countrified indie-rock of Tracey Nelson and the week's best new tracks

Austin Noll's debut album Hercules blends indie-rock and country, showcasing his melodic talent and self-aware songwriting.
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Texas Roadhouse Used To Have Live Country Music - Here's Why That Stopped - Tasting Table

Booking shows is not a career for the faint of heart. Beyond coordinating schedules, hosting live music night after night requires a skilled ear behind the sound board to make sure the drums don't overpower the bass, and that the vocals don't overpower the drums.
Austin
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

She was told to smile and hide the chaos. Now Leah Blevins is singing her truth

Leah Blevins blends traditional and modern influences in her music, reflecting her Appalachian roots and personal experiences.
#ty-herndon
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Country star Ty Herndon: The drugs could be forgiven. Being gay definitely could not'

Ty Herndon faced career-threatening charges in 1995 but became the first major male country star to come out as gay in 2014.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Country star Ty Herndon: The drugs could be forgiven. Being gay definitely could not'

Ty Herndon faced career-threatening charges in 1995 but became the first major male country star to come out as gay in 2014.
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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Hayley Williams and Jason Isbell Shade Morgan Wallen with "Cover Me Up" Duet

Hayley Williams criticized Morgan Wallen during her tour, highlighting issues of racism and support for marginalized communities through her performances and statements.
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fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Country star Ty Herndon gets honest about his '90s cruising arrest & life in the closet - Queerty

Ty Herndon became the first openly gay male star in mainstream country music, facing significant challenges before and after his coming out.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

Country star Luke Combs says his song about loving kids absolutely applies to queer kids - LGBTQ Nation

Luke Combs expresses unwavering support for LGBTQ+ children through his song 'Whoever You Turn Out to Be,' emphasizing unconditional love regardless of identity.
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fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Country star Ty Herndon gets honest about his '90s cruising arrest & life in the closet - Queerty

Ty Herndon became the first openly gay male star in mainstream country music, facing significant challenges before and after his coming out.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 weeks ago

Country star Luke Combs says his song about loving kids absolutely applies to queer kids - LGBTQ Nation

Luke Combs expresses unwavering support for LGBTQ+ children through his song 'Whoever You Turn Out to Be,' emphasizing unconditional love regardless of identity.
NYC parents
fromQueerty
1 month ago

Country singer Luke Combs on writing a song supporting queer kids: "I can't imagine feeling the pressure" - Queerty

Parents should support their children's choices without imposing their own expectations.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Luke Combs: The Way I Am

Luke Combs' album The Way I Am features familiar country themes with a polished sound, showcasing his storytelling ability and craftsmanship.
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fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Listen to Alabama Shakes' New Protest Song "American Dream"

Alabama Shakes released a protest song titled 'American Dream' addressing social issues and reflecting on current societal challenges.
#sturgill-simpson
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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Sturgill Simpson Can Rap? Unearthed '90s Video Shows His Flow

Sturgill Simpson, now Johnny Blue Skies, released a teenage rap video showcasing his early musical style and is set for a 2026 tour.
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frompitchfork.com
2 weeks ago

Sturgill Simpson Lines Up Johnny Blue Skies Tour

Sturgill Simpson will tour North America as Johnny Blue Skies, promoting his album Mutiny After Midnight this fall and summer.
fromConsequence
1 month ago
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Sturgill Simpson Dances on America's Grave on Johnny Blue Skies Album Mutiny After Midnight: Review

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fromConsequence
1 month ago

Sturgill Simpson Releases New Album Mutiny After Midnight Early on YouTube

Sturgill Simpson releases Mutiny After Midnight as Johnny Blue Skies, a groove-focused dance album recorded at Easy Eye Sound Studios with songs written spontaneously.
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fromConsequence
1 week ago

Sturgill Simpson Can Rap? Unearthed '90s Video Shows His Flow

Sturgill Simpson, now Johnny Blue Skies, released a teenage rap video showcasing his early musical style and is set for a 2026 tour.
Music
frompitchfork.com
2 weeks ago

Sturgill Simpson Lines Up Johnny Blue Skies Tour

Sturgill Simpson will tour North America as Johnny Blue Skies, promoting his album Mutiny After Midnight this fall and summer.
fromConsequence
1 month ago
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Sturgill Simpson Dances on America's Grave on Johnny Blue Skies Album Mutiny After Midnight: Review

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fromConsequence
1 month ago

Sturgill Simpson Releases New Album Mutiny After Midnight Early on YouTube

Sturgill Simpson releases Mutiny After Midnight as Johnny Blue Skies, a groove-focused dance album recorded at Easy Eye Sound Studios with songs written spontaneously.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Ashley Monroe: Dear Nashville

Ashley Monroe expresses her complex relationship with Nashville, highlighting her career struggles and emotional connection to the city.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Country star Ray Stevens is recovering after breaking his neck in a fall

Despite the injury, he remains fully mobile and in good spirits as he continues his recovery. Stevens still plans to release his upcoming album, 'Favorites Old & New,' this Friday.
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fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Charley Crockett: Age of the Ram

Charley Crockett's 'Age of the Ram' explores the life of outlaw Billy McLane, blending traditional storytelling with modern musical influences.
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Robber Robber Break Down New Album Two Wheels Move the Soul Track by Track: Exclusive

"We tried to challenge ourselves and make songs that excite us, often starting with ideas that push our comfort zones."
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fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Robber Robber: Two Wheels Move the Soul

The Sound It Made opens Two Wheels Move the Soul like the blaze is roaring to life before your eyes. Zack James' shifty drumming hammers out a drum 'n' bass redux like a panicked heartbeat while Carney Hemler's bass lurches in slow motion, replicating the gut drop of a horrible realization.
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fromPitchfork
3 weeks ago

Billy Strings Sets Fall 2026 US Tour

Billy Strings will embark on a US tour from September to December, following a series of performances starting in April.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Country star Bailey Zimmerman surprises Boston bar crowd, picks up everyone's tab

Bailey's the real deal. He came in and wanted the best Guinness in Boston - and we were happy to deliver. Next thing you know he's taking photos with everyone, talking with the crowd, and picking up the entire tab. That's the kind of guy he is.
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fromArchitectural Digest
2 months ago

Where Does Jelly Roll Live? Unpacking the Musician's Real Estate Portfolio

Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO sold their Nevada Mediterranean-style home at a slight loss, maintain a Nashville residence, and purchased a 500-acre Tennessee farm.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

30 Essential Things to Do in Nashville, Tennessee

Nashville pairs iconic country music with robust visual arts, vibrant neighborhoods, abundant parks, and classic Southern meat-and-three dining options.
Music
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Sturgill Simpson pulls off an unusual chart feat

Sturgill Simpson's album debuts at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 without digital sales or streaming availability.
Health
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Video: Luke Combs Opens Up About Body-Image Issues

Luke Combs struggles with body-image issues and weight management throughout his career, viewing it as a personal challenge he refuses to address through medical interventions, preferring to overcome it through traditional methods.
History
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Tav Falco's Panther Burns: Behind the Magnolia Curtain

"Magnolia Curtain" came to symbolize Southern segregation and inspired both exposés and cultural reclamation, exemplified by Tav Falco reclaiming hidden Southern culture through music.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Will Kid Rock perform his song about loving underage girls during Turning Point USA's halftime show? - LGBTQ Nation

Kid Rock's 1997 song includes lyrics about sex with underage girls, sparking controversy as TPUSA aligns with Trump amid DOJ withholding of Epstein files.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Zach Bryan's anti-ICE song drew ire from Trump officials. Is country music waking up?

Thanksgiving did not go the way that Frank Ray had anticipated. The country singer had invited his family up from Texas to Tennessee for the holiday, with plans to deep fry a turkey, explore Nashville, and take in a show at the Grand Ole Opry. But on Thanksgiving morning, Ray received an unsettling call: TSA had flagged his sister's husband, Juan Nevarez-Porras, at El Paso international airport due to insufficient documentation required to fly.
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fromConsequence
1 month ago

Maren Morris Announces 2026 "The dreamGIRL Tour"

Maren Morris launches the dreamGIRL Tour in June 2026, a dozen-date North American summer trek beginning one month after her Dreamsicle Tour concludes in May.
fromBrooklynVegan
1 month ago

Sturgill Simpson's new physical-only Johnny Blue Skies LP to stream with bonus tracks "at some point"

We made this record with a sense of immediacy and in the moment expression with the pure intention of simply having fun and making people forget about everything else, even if for only 44 minutes. Thank you to everyone that "gets it" and to all the writers for the kind words and love.
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fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Johnny Blue Skies / Sturgill Simpson: Mutiny After Midnight

Johnny Blue Skies released an album using sex as a metaphor for political revolution and social change in response to declining sexual frequency among Americans.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

America's New No. 1 Song Just Did What Even Taylor Swift Couldn't

Jeannie C. Riley's 'Harper Valley PTA' became the first song by a woman to simultaneously top both pop and country charts in 1968, establishing a rare precedent for female artists in cross-genre success.
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fromEsquire
1 month ago

Megan Moroney Is Never Coming Back Down to Earth

Megan Moroney's conversational, honest songwriting about complicated emotions fueled rapid country success and fiercely devoted fan engagement.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Why the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's musical bridge between generations still matters today

Jeff Hanna, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band founder and de facto leader, is tucked into a nondescript booth at El Palenque, a 30-years-plus local restaurant in a Nashville strip mall, talking about "Nashville Skyline," a pensive track from their EP, "Night After Night." The family-owned Mexican restaurant is the kind of place he's gravitated toward since starting a jug band with friends in Long Beach before migrating to Los Angeles' folk/rock scene.
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fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

49 Winchester prep new album & tour, share "Pardon Me"

49 Winchester will release their new album Change of Plans on May 15 via Lucille Records / MCA. It's their first record for a major label after two on New West, and they made it with producer Dave Cobb (Chris Stapleton, Sturgill Simpson). The album includes their cover of Black Sabbath's "Changes," which was released back in November, and the new single from the album is the anthemic rocker "Pardon Me." Watch the video below.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Zach Bryan, man's best friend

Zach Bryan has become a national musical phenomenon whose sixth album blends classic rock and country while topping U.S. charts and drawing massive audiences.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Luke Bryan, Cody Johnson, Jordan Davis and more will perform on the Nissan stage at CMA Fest

CMA Fest announces major artist lineup for Nissan Stadium including Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, and Keith Urban, with performances June 4-7 in Nashville.
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fromSPIN
2 months ago

Lucinda Williams Sees a World Gone Wrong - SPIN

Lucinda Williams delivers a pissed-off blues-rock album confronting political darkness and economic hardship with weary vocals, jukebox covers, and rollicking protest songs.
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Lexa Gates: I Am

The 24-year-old Queens rapper spent the 10 hours before her sixth LP dropped walking on a giant self-propelled wheel on view in a gallery in Lower Manhattan, staring ahead and staying quiet as the record played on a loop. The exhibit streamed live on Twitch; inside the gallery, fellow streamers and a smattering of real fans with signs and bouquets watched, too.
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fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

Georgia Gets By prepping debut LP, shares "Faded Rose"

Having already released two EPs under the moniker Georgia Gets By, 2024's Split Lip and 2023's Fish Bird Baby Boy, Georgia Nott (also of BROODS) has announced the project's debut LP, Heavy Meadow. We don't have more details on it yet, but earlier this week, she wrote on Instagram, "I have been imagining and growing this place for the last two years and to be on the cusp of beginning to share it with you all has me shaking with delight. More info forthcoming..."
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fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Zach Top Wins Best Traditional Country Album for Ain't in It for My Health at 2026 Grammys

Zach Top won the inaugural Grammy for Best Traditional Country Album for Ain't in It for My Health.
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fromBrooklynVegan
2 months ago

Watch MJ Lenderman debut a new song, cover Vic Chesnutt, Neil Young, Drive-By Truckers & more

MJ Lenderman opened Drive-By Truckers' HeAthens Homecoming in Athens, backed by Snocaps bandmates, debuting new material and several covers.
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fromConsequence
2 months ago

Heavy Song of the Week: Sevendust Lock into Their Groove on "Is This the Real You?"

Sevendust's "Is This the Real You?" pairs locked-in groove and swinging rhythms with thick metal riffs and expressive Lajon Witherspoon vocals, defining the band's signature sound.
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