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Cole Chaney: In His Own Words

We return to our exclusive interview with Kentucky singer-songwriter Cole Chaney to share additional bonus content cut for length.

Artist of the Month: Jo Dee Messina

After over 10 years the pop country icon returns with an excellent new album. We chat all about it in our exclusive Good Country interview.

Braxton Keith’s Real Damn Deal is Country Through and Through

The Texan singer-songwriter’s brand of country – and his new album, too – is another fine example of the current thriving neo-traditionalist scene.

There’s an Edge to Abbie Callahan’s Sugary Country

We caught up with the singer-songwriter in Napa Valley to chat about the “sick and twisted” undercurrent to her sweet, poppy country songs.

Survival of the Heart and Survival in Alaska

Witty, whimsical songs of love, heartbreak, and the Alaskan frontier shine on Juneau-based singer-songwriter Taylor Dallas Vidic’s album debut.

Alt-Country, the Blues, and Oklahoma

This time around, our Good Country excursions include Rodney Crowell, Taj Mahal, Reba, and more.

From Lonesome, Gorgeous Texas Hill Country
to the World

We spoke to the Droptines frontman Conner Arthur about how the Lone Star state influences every detail of the red dirt band and their sound.

Put Your Movin’ Shoes on and Dance

Honky-tonkin’ Nashville artist Emily Nenni strides her way into new territory on her just-released album of country soul.

Cole Chaney is
“Anti-Machine”

The Kentuckian roots singer-songwriter doesn’t care much for “country” – the genre descriptor or the industry behind it – but the music he makes is shaking up both.

Our Trip to Live in the Vineyard Goes Country

Country music is all about place – why not Napa Valley? Join us on a trip to Live in the Vineyard Goes Country for wine, food, and music by Marcus King, Jackson Dean, Sunny Sweeney, and more.

Behind the Scenes with Aubrie Sellers

Singer-songwriter and garage country artist Aubrie Sellers takes Good Country behind the scenes on tour with Parker McCollum for a brand new photo story.

35 Songs That Hate Nashville

It’s the country songs that absolutely hate Nashville, Tennessee that really love it the most.

Drayton Farley Asks the Big Questions

His latest album, A Heavy Duty Heart, finds the Alabama singer-songwriter using perspective and lived experiences to inform genuine songs.

Friends New and Old

The best Good Country comes from friends and family, doesn’t it?

12 Fantastic Merle Haggard Covers

April 6 was the Hag’s birthday and 10 years since his death. In honor of his incredible legacy, here are 12 exquisite 21st century covers of his songs.

Tenille Townes:
In Her Own Words

On paying attention, the challenges of self-producing, working with Lori McKenna, and capturing the magic of The Acrobat.

Hudson Westbrook Is Ready for What’s Next

A new EP, a platinum No. 1 hit, and a commitment to sounding “different than everything else” are driving the fresh-faced star’s success.

The Band of Heathens Leave Nothing on the Table

Their new album, Country Sides, is a country-soul celebration of 20 years of the group – and it’s topping the charts, too.

MORGXN: Home Is Where Your Heart Hangs Its Hat

We chat with the singer-songwriter and Nashville native about home, HEARTLAND (Deluxe Version), and how he didn’t mean to become an activist.