Wyatt Flores Stays Rooted in Red Dirt, Ranching
Fast-rising Oklahoma native releases new album, Scared of Heights
Max McNown, Naturally
Long hikes, camping trips and “granola” music set this Oregon native on his path.
How Bluegrass Festivals Fueled Ashley McBryde
Chatting about her new album, Wild, the country star says, “Everything’s built from an acoustic guitar up.”
Ian Noe’s Imagination Runs Wild
The Kentucky native’s new album, Canyon Falls Trailer Band, follows a fictional group trying to make it big with just one night in Nashville.
Coat of Many Covers
Dolly Parton’s songs have long been recorded by country legends. These are 12 of the best.
The 15 Best Country Albums of 1976
We go back in time with Waylon Jennings, Jessi Colter, The Osborne Brothers and more.
The King of Honky-Tonk’s Early Years Rediscovered
New Gary Stewart compilation gathers rare, pre-stardom recordings. Will a Hall of Fame induction be next?
In Nashville, McKeon is a Jack of All Trades
This rising songwriter/guitarist just released an EP with his bluegrass friends
The Stanley Brothers Clinch Country’s Top Honor
Ralph and Carter’s staying power came from their consistency: “We … do not feel any desire to change.”
Lily Meola is Lucky to Be Living This Life
The Hawaii native singer-songwriter draws from all eras of country on her new album, which features Willie Nelson, Jamey Johnson, and more
Good Country Catch-Up: Tucker Wetmore, Jo Dee Messina, and More
Catch up on a few of our favorite recent Good Country interviews with Tucker Wetmore, Jo Dee Messina, Braxton Keith, and more.
What Does “Outlaw” Really Mean?
There are so many different types of outlaw country, and just as many different ways to inhabit the ethos of “outlaw.”
Waylon Wyatt Leads a New Generation of Country Stars
A razor-wire voice and self-penned songs are propelling the 19-year-old sensation to huge stages – and to Dustpiles, his album debut.
River Shook Is as Disarming As Ever
After more than a decade fronting various alt-country bands, the blunt and gritty singer-songwriter is now recording and performing simply under their own name.
Thomas Csorba is Bringing Tender Country Back
The Texan country artist chats with Good Country about the legendary artists infused into his new project – and the inspiration behind “Tony Rice & Beans,” too.
Paul Overstreet Joins the Country Music Hall of Fame
We spoke to the artist and songwriter about his induction, his mighty career, his writing partnership with the late, great Don Schlitz – and about bluegrass, too.