Reviews

Florida Georgia Line wasted no time following their infectious debut single with one that cements the duo as the good-time country party band they introduced themselves as. 'Get Your Shine On' had already charted before 'Cruise' reached No. 1. Both rely on a big, fat hook and songwriting that's sharper than they'll get credit for.

Every Sunday Morning I showcase the best in Classic Country Music with features and updates on the veterans of Country Music still recording and touring. This Sunday Morning (Dec. 30) from 6-9am we take a look back on the biggest interviews and unforgettable moments of 2012.

I recently posted Billboard's Top 20 Country Songs of 2012. After looking over the list, I realized that one of the songs I thought was one of the biggest hits of the year, was only at No. 41.

Train's collaboration with Pistol Annie Ashley Monroe feels random, but the marriage of two very different vocal styles makes 'Bruises' a captivating listen. The forever sympathetic Monroe was a perfect choice for this class reunion-type song. While it might not be the official reason her solo album was pushed back to 2013, it's certainly a good reason.

It didn't take much -- maybe just a pinch or a skosh -- but the spice added to Easton Corbin's new song 'All Over the Road' will leave fans and followers looking at him a bit differently. It's wholesome enough to be mother-approved, but saucy enough to leave daughters interested.

Let's face it, karaoke is already a tragedy in itself. I mean, other than a very few people who are actually good singers, karaoke is for untalented people who actually think they can sing or the people who enjoy laughing at them.

Tim McGraw could make a pretty strong Christmas album if he chose to do so. His new release 'Mary and Joseph' is a creative -- but not too creative -- interpretation of the story of Jesus' birth. McGraw tells it like he's told the best stories of his two decade-long career, with a sweet reverence for the struggles his characters are living through.

There are a lot of great holiday releases this year, but my favorite happens to be Blake Shelton's 'Cheers, It's Christmas.'

In 'Party Like Cowboyz,' Big and Rich once again become the wild-eyed, brash, cowboy rockers that originally attracted so many fans to their diesel-powered style when they debuted in 2003.  No one is going to accuse John Rich and Big Kenny of excessive versatility, but they do what they do with genuine conviction and passion.

As the Starlight Music Theater Building prepares to be demolished and swept away, I thought it would be fun to reminisce about all the great shows that I had a chance to see at the Latham concert venue.

Every Sunday Morning I feature the best in Classic Country Music on 1077 GNA and on-line at www.wgna.com. This past Sunday many of those faithful listeners of the show gathered at the Saratoga Music Hall to enjoy Country Music Hall of Famer Bill Anderson.

We're getting closer to starting the time honored tradition of  Christmas shopping.  Gadgets should be at the top of everyone's list!  One of the hot new items - tablets.  And the iPad isn't the only game in town now.  Meet 'GNA's Business Manager Sharon Carter as she reviews the Kindle Fire HD