The First Ladies of Country Music: Samantha Bumgarner & Eva Davis’s 1924 Recordings
On April 22 & 23, 1924, North Carolina folk singers Samantha Bumgarner and Eva Davis became the first ever female folk and old-time country recording artists. Following only Eck Robertson, Fiddlin' John Carson, Henry Whitter, Riley
On the “Hick-Libs”
While the hick-lib celebrities would have us believe that Appalachia and rural Oklahoma is home to covert gay coal miners and queer cowboys, the overwhelming majority of those who they claim to represent can be found
Louis Michot: Cajun, Zydeco, Old Timey, Race, Solo Records & a Humble Genuis that is “Rêve du Troubadour”
Join us as we sit down with Louis Michot (best known as the fiddle player and lead-singer for the Grammy award winning Lost Bayou Ramblers, but blowing minds on the sonic masterpiece that is his solo
Blood, Grit, and Hoedowns: The Dead South “Chains and Stakes” Album Review
The Dead South are back with another masterful album of bluegrass framed Americana. On Chains and Stakes...
It’s Been Awhile for Shane Smith and the Saints
by Benji Magness Shane Smith and the Saints just released a new single “It’s Been Awhile” ahead of their forthcoming album “Norther” (dropping March 1st). “It’s Been Awhile” captures the universal sadness and desire of the
Nic Cowan Ready To Ring In 2012, Exclusive Interview
Nic Cowan has plenty to celebrate as he rings in the New Year tonight at Phillips Arena in Atlanta, GA. The soulful singer’s debut album
“Let Us In” A Triumphant Success
If your New Year’s resolution is to make an impact on the world, I have the album for you! “Let Us In” Nashville – A
Luke Pilgrim’s “Christmas Card” Music Video
Atlanta-based artist Luke Pilgrim delivered a touching video, just in time for the holidays titled “Christmas Card.” The video depicts a soldier and his wife
Jimmy Wayne’s “Paper Angels” is More Than a Story about a Seasonal Program
Its story may be seasonal. It’s message is eternal . . . Paper Angels – it’s a book, it’s a story, it’s a program and
Eric Church and wife Katherine Share Picture of Baby Boone
“It will be interesting to see how this new chapter in our life manifests itself musically. I’ve always made music that was representative of real
Stocking Stuffer Alert-Zac Brown Band’s Coy Bowles Writes Childrens Book
If you are scrambling for a last minute stocking stuffer idea, I have just the thing! Zac Brown Band’s Coy Bowles has written a book with
Toby Keith’s “I Love This Bar & Grill” Restaurant in Boston, MA is Top Quality and Built to Last
“I love Boston. They’re in my Top 5 – Not just New England, but Boston.” It’s a comment I’ve heard Toby Keith voice more than
Ronnie Dunn Mixes His Boston Debut with Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill’s Official Grand Opening
Ronnie Dunn made his now solo Boston debut on November 30, 2011 in a small bar room setting – okay, a big bar room setting.
Chris Young Supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by Sponsoring a “NEON Holiday Tree” as Part of Gaylord Opryland® Resort’s Fifth Annual Hall of Trees
For the second consecutive year, RCA Nashville recording artist Chris Young is sponsoring a special holiday tree in the Gaylord Opryland® Resorts fifth annual Hall
Eric Church brings his 2012 “Blood Sweat & Beers” Headlining Tour to a Town Near You!
It’s been a looong time coming. But Eric Church, the “Church Choir” and Church newcomers certainly have much to celebrate. Eric Church is bringing his
“Zac Brown Band – Live at Red Rocks” Premieres on CMT
In September of 2011, Zac Brown Band played two rollicking sold-out shows at the picturesque Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Over 20,000 fans filled the Colorado venue to
Craig Morgan Helps Raise Awareness for Jack Daniels “Operation Ride Home” Campaign to Help Soldiers and Familes Get Home for the Holidays
There’s no place like home for the holidays . . . Yet for our service men and women, getting “home” isn’t always a financial possibility.
Eric Church “Blood Sweat & Beers” Tour – PreSale Tickets Available December 6, 2011
On the heels of “Chief”, Eric Church’s highly anticipated and constantly talked about #1 album across all genres, Eric Church will be hitting the road
“Red Solo Cup” Airing Everywhere – Including “Glee”
It’s hard to believe that it’s only been two months since Toby Keith announced he had a surprise that was “stupid and funny”. That surprise
Special Guest Emily West will be Performing at “JT Hodges’ December 5th Holiday Howler” Benefiting Brown Dog Foundation
With all the hustle and bustle of the season at hand, p-l-e-a-s-e don’t forget your four-legged furry friends this Monday December 5, 2011. Show Dog-Universal