Concert Review: Lukas Nelson in Tucson 2024
The new wave met the old guard earlier this month as Lukas Nelson, son of Willie, captivated a packed house in Tucson. The 35-year-old Nelson has been playing music professionally since 2008, but it is…
Sorry, Not Sorry: How Canadian Slang Influences Top Hits
Canadian musicians are taking over the world, with their songs rising to the top of the charts and becoming earworms for everyone. But if you’re not from Canada, you might find the lyrics a bit…
New Throwback Guitar Star: Marcus King
The mantle of Americana music has a new placeholder, and his name is Marcus King. Just 25 years old, King is a throwback performer, staying true to the music of those who came before him….
The 10 Best Bar-Kays Songs of All-Time
Have you ever heard of a funk band called the Bar-Kays? If you’re scratching your head, don’t worry. You may not know the band by their name, but there is every chance that you’ve heard…
Lainey Wilson: Roots of a Superstar
On November 8, Nashville will play host to the 57th Annual Country Music Association Awards. It is the biggest event of the year for the industry and showcases the brightest stars in the genre. Stalwarts…
Jelly Roll Talks Salvation and Stardom
The face of country music is changing…and it has tattoos on it. His name is Jelly Roll, and he is taking the genre by storm. Born Jason DeFord in 1984, the Nashville native cut his…
Ranking All 12 The Who Studio Albums
“The Who” are still one of the greatest bands ever to grace this earth with their presence. They are famous for being uncompromising in every aspect of their lives, whether on stage or off. Their…
Country Cuts: 6 Huge Hits from 1988
Country music in the late 80’s was a dynamic scene, featuring a fabulous mixture of grizzled veterans and new blood. Rising stars such as Randy Travis and Dwight Yoakam shared time on the charts with…
50 Years Gone: The Lost Legacy of Jim Croce
In the golden age of the singer/songwriter, there was perhaps nobody better than Jim Croce. His songs are more like vibrant vignettes set to music, often highlighted by his numerous nefarious characters. The clever compositions…