Joshua Ray Walker Has Got the Stuff
A cancer diagnosis changed how the country singer-songwriter viewed his earthly belongings – and a new album was born.
See the Winners From the 59th Annual CMA Awards
Lainey Wilson, Ella Langley & Riley Green, Zach Top, Vince Gill, and many more among honorees and winners during the primetime broadcast.
Shooter Jennings’ Heartfelt Tribute to His Legendary Father
Songbird is just the first of three posthumous Waylon Jennings albums to be crafted by his prolific son.
The Opry, the GRAMMYs, and Beyond
From Nashville to Memphis, LA to Saskatchewan. Wherever you are, you can always find Good Country.
Jake Owen Started Bro Country. His New Album is Anything But
Dreams to Dream, produced by Shooter Jennings, is a sonic left turn for an artist who epitomizes 2000s mainstream country.
Briscoe Hit The Road and Wrote a Country Album
“We are very proud to be part of the greater Texas subgenre of Americana, folk, and country music… that’s where we’re always going to want to be.”
What Is a Cowboy Ballad?
And, what changes about this classic format when it crosses the Atlantic – and back again? We asked Scottish balladeer Sam Shackleton to explain.
Sex, Drugs, and
Country Music
From album debuts to 50-year-long careers, Good Country can come from anyone, anywhere.
Country Stars
Country Songwriters
Often, the biggest stars in country are the genre’s most adored and respected songwriters, too.
Outlaw Country That’ll Make You Smile
Dylan Earl makes punk-hearted, poetic country that’s “old school,” but still looks to the future – and sticks it to the man.
Country Songs for Fall
A twangy soundtrack for autumn leaves, warm drinks, and bonfires.
Classic Country
Is Here to Stay
Traditionalist Jake Worthington is genuine, funny, and excellent on When I Write the Song.
Is Adam Wright the Poet Laureate of Music Row?
A songwriter’s songwriter, Wright’s new album, Nature of Necessity, showcases the depth of his artistic approach to country songsmithing.
Margo Price’s Best Late Night TV Appearances
The midwest farmer’s daughter is known for her unapologetic and fiery modern outlaw country – which always entertains and inspires on late night television.
A Country Road Trip
From Mississippi and Texas to Eastern Kentucky and New Orleans, these Ed’s Picks are a perfect tour of Good Country territory.
Rebecca Porter
Rolls With the Punches
Inspired by spaghetti westerns, the Virginia singer-songwriter’s new album examines identity through classic country & western sounds.
CMA Awards
Nominations Are Here
Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney, and Ella Langley lead the nominations for the 59th Annual CMA Awards.
Ashley Monroe’s Patchwork Quilt:
Tennessee Lightning
“I’m from East Tennessee, so no one can really hear my voice and say that I’m not country.”
House of Worship,
House of Pain
North Georgia’s own, The Band Loula make country “swampgrass” that’ll get you moving, raise goosebumps, and convict your spirit.
Is Tyler Childers’
Snipe Hunter a Prank?
Yes and No
His latest smash hit has had a polarizing effect that seems to depend on each listener’s point of entry.
Sunny Sweeney’s Musical Full-Circle Moment
The Texan singer-songwriter’s new album, Rhinestone Requiem, draws on music and memories from throughout her life and career.