Maoli Fully Embraces His “Island Country” Point of View
The artist known as Maoli is Glenn Awong, a Hawaiian country reggae star who’s out to prove country, bluegrass, folk, and the islands have much in common.
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.