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Russell Dickerson Releases' Famous Back Home' Album

Aug 22, 2025 at 07:24 am by Bethany Bowman

Since Russell Dickerson burst onto the music charts in 2017 with his massive hits "Yours," "Blue Tacoma," and "Every Little Thing," he has become a staple in the country mus.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Billianne

Aug 15, 2025 at 01:29 pm by Bethany Bowman

While Rolling Stone Magazine has compared newcomer Billianne to a young Adele, I have to disagree. I found her voice more akin to an indie/pop version of Alison Krauss. Eith.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Trey Calloway

Aug 15, 2025 at 07:57 am by Bethany Bowman

When I interviewed Trey Calloway at CRS 2025, there was an instant kindred spirit, and I knew I wanted to do a full feature on him once the opportunity arose. Like so many o.... Read More

Adam Warner Releases 'Came Back Country'

Aug 13, 2025 at 10:08 am by Bethany Bowman

When I interviewed Adam Warner in 2022, I quickly learned that he has one of the most authentic country voices in the genre. The former Marine is unashamedly pro-American, a.... Read More

Review: Dolly, A True Original Musical

Aug 11, 2025 at 10:38 am by Bethany Bowman

The world premiere of Dolly: A True Original Musical is happening at The Fisher Center for Performing Arts in Nashville, Tennessee, until August 31st. When musicals.... Read More

Halestorm Releases Sixth Studio Album, Everest

Aug 08, 2025 at 07:25 am by Bethany Bowman

Halestorm, the GRAMMY-winning band initially formed by siblings Lzzy and Arejay Hale with guitarist Joe Hottinger and bassist Josh Smith, has announced Everest, their sixth.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Taylor-Rae

Jul 18, 2025 at 07:35 am by Bethany Bowman

Taylor-Rae is a country music singer from British Columbia, Canada. Since I began writing my column, I have learned about the immense popularity of country music in Canada, wh.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Sister Sadie

Jul 02, 2025 at 10:07 am by Bethany Bowman

As I have been exploring Bluegrass Music more seriously, a band that kept appearing in my emails was the all-girl group Sister Sadie. When my friend and Music Spotlight arti.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Jet Black Roses

Jun 26, 2025 at 07:20 pm by Bethany Bowman

The first song I heard from Jet Black Roses was "PsychoBoogieHoochieCoo," and it reminded me of the R&B and Funk music I listened to in the 1980s. It turns out that, tec.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Bizz Bigsby

Jun 20, 2025 at 07:20 am by Bethany Bowman

Before I discovered my love for country music, I grew up listening to and liking various forms of jazz and Motown music.  When I came across Nashville-born Wendall "Biz.... Read More
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Red Bull Announces 2025 Jukebox Songwriting Competition

May 22, 2025 at 12:05 pm by Bethany Bowman

Red Bull is turning up the volume for the second year with the return of its electrifying Red Bull Jukebox Songwriting Competition— open for submissions now through Ju.... Read More

Harper Grace and Franklin Jonas Release ‘IDK’

Apr 03, 2025 at 02:01 pm by Bethany Bowman

Those who grew up with kids who were crazy about the Jonas Brothers probably remember there was a 4th younger brother, Frankie. Now Frankie is Franklin, and he is grown.... Read More

Lewis Brice Releases ‘She Loves My Country’

Mar 28, 2025 at 03:28 pm by Bethany Bowman

A lot has changed for Lewis Brice since I last featured him and his debut album, Product Of, in March 2024. His daughter, Rhaelynn, was born in April, completely changing hi.... Read More

Taylor Hughes Releases Old Fashioned You

Mar 07, 2025 at 06:15 am by Bethany Bowman

I have long been a fan of Taylor Hughes since I first interviewed her in 2021. Her rich contralto adds a unique depth to her songs, making them resonate with listeners w.... Read More

Music Spotlight: Lily Rose

Mar 05, 2025 at 10:32 am by Bethany Bowman

Lily Rose came across my radar in 2021 when her mega-hit “Villain” hit the airwaves and she was soon named to the 2022 CMT Next Women of Country. Rose hails.... Read More