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Jamey Johnson Honors Country Classics of Hank Cochran
Jamey Johnson Honors Country Classics of Hank Cochran
Jamey Johnson Honors Country Classics of Hank Cochran
Since I received my copy of Jamey Johnson's 'Living For A Song: A Tribute To Hank Cochran,' I have probably listened to it at least four times. Cochran's name may not be familiar to your average country fan, but once you see the titles he's written, you will realize that you do know this man!
Now Your Facebook Can Hug You! [VIDEO]
Now Your Facebook Can Hug You! [VIDEO]
Now Your Facebook Can Hug You! [VIDEO]
I'm just not sure this is either brilliant and will make a million dollars, or it's just the silliest thing I've ever seen. I will let you be the judge. I do know that the world might be a little nicer with a few more hugs in it.
Chris Young Reviewed
Chris Young Reviewed
Chris Young Reviewed
Chris Young darkens his stamp as country music's most reliable romancer with his new single 'I Can Take It From There.' The uptempo lover is reminiscent of 'Gettin' You Home,' but not quite that sexy.
Jake Owen Album Review
Jake Owen Album Review
Jake Owen Album Review
The very nature of the EP lends itself more to an artist's most faithful supporters than middling fans looking for an entry point into a new style or sound. Jake Owen's 'Endless Summer' EP allows his warm weather party with Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw to last a little longer, but like summer love, the four songs will be little more than memories by the first yellow leaves of fall.
Curtis Grimes, ‘Smile’ – Song Review
Curtis Grimes, ‘Smile’ – Song Review
Curtis Grimes, ‘Smile’ – Song Review
It's been 15 months since Curtis Grimes was eliminated from 'The Voice.' The Team Cee Lo singer has been playing live around Texas and the southeast while honing his songwriting chops. Country music was something of a plan B for the Texan, and while he shows pure talent, his new single 'Smile' proves there is still work to be done.
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Asleep At The Wheel Review
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Asleep At The Wheel Review
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Asleep At The Wheel Review
We are lucky to have quite a few legends playing the Albany Area in 2012. Last night (9/27/2012), at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, we received a visit from two bands that have stood the test of time making their own unique brand of music appeal to fans of all ages and all genres.
Little Big Town, ‘Tornado’ – Song Review
Little Big Town, ‘Tornado’ – Song Review
Little Big Town, ‘Tornado’ – Song Review
'Tornado' is a bold choice for Little Big Town's next single, as it takes on another storm song from a country music superstar with more clout -- Carrie Underwood. As an album, 'Tornado' is sharp and uncompromising, so this brashness should come as no surprise. Few will argue that there isn't room for both of these heavyweights on iPods and country radio.
Easton Corbin, ‘All Over the Road’ – Album Review
Easton Corbin, ‘All Over the Road’ – Album Review
Easton Corbin, ‘All Over the Road’ – Album Review
It's easy to heap praise on Easton Corbin's sophomore album for the same reasons fans and critics enjoyed his self-titled debut. 'All Over the Road' is full of traditional country music that goes down like a spoonful of George Strait's sugar. However, Corbin misses an opportunity to identify himself with this 11-song project.
Kacey Musgraves, ‘Merry Go Round’ – Song Review
Kacey Musgraves, ‘Merry Go Round’ – Song Review
Kacey Musgraves, ‘Merry Go Round’ – Song Review
The story goes like this: Texas teen auditions for 'Nashville Star,' doesn't win but uses the experience as motivation to sharpen her pen so that she can release her own melodic country music years later. The result strikes deep; right to the bone. It's uncomfortably close to reality for millions of Americans without offering much hope. Sound familiar?
The Avett Brothers, ‘The Carpenter’ – Album Review
The Avett Brothers, ‘The Carpenter’ – Album Review
The Avett Brothers, ‘The Carpenter’ – Album Review
The first three songs on 'The Carpenter,' the new studio album from the Avett Brothers, might be as close to perfect as one will find on a country (or country leaning) album in 2012. All three stick with you like a first kiss with the love you're meant to share your life with. You're dying to repeat it again and again, sure you'll never grow weary.

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