Miranda Lambert's "On Fire" tour made its way to the west coast with a stop in Fresno, California on April 26. Miranda is no stranger to the San Joaquin Valley - we've seen her … more
Soulful country starlet Julie Roberts has a brand new video out for her current single, "Whiskey and You." It's the first release to radio (although you did see a video for her racing anthem … more
Country up-and-comer Jessica Rae is releasing a new music video today (Monday, Feb. 27) for her current single "24 Hour Church (in Memphis)." It's a folksy, acoustic track with a really … more
Even after 15 years, the ever-popular NOW records are still going strong, despite a decline in record sales after the emergence of iTunes. The famed NOW franchise is back with a new release, NOW … more
Season five "American Idol" alumni Bucky Covington is back on country radio with his first single since his former record label, Lyric Street Records, closed in 2010. Now signed with Entertainment … more
I'm choosing to be honest with you, country music fans. I refuse to lie and say nice things about a record if I don't think it deserves the praise. Fortunately, I don't have a single negative … more
Modern-day country traditionalist Julie Roberts has a special gift for her fans this year -- a brand new Christmas EP released today (Tuesday, Nov. 1). Halloween has come and gone, and there's no … more
Twelve years and seven albums later, Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry are back with their first record in three years, "Rebels on the Run," which was released October 18. It has everything we've come … more
Twenty years old may sound young to many of you, but newcomer Hunter Hayes is talented far beyond his years. The singer-songwriter just released his self-titled major label debut with Atlantic Records … more
The Texas country boys of the Eli Young Band released their latest album, "Life at Best," in August to an audience of eager fans, both old and new. They've been huge on the Texas country music scene for … more
Seventeen year old American Idol winner Scotty McCreery is set to release his first album, "Clear as Day," on October 4. The deep-voiced crooner is out to make a name for himself and become more than … more
You all know her as the funny girl from movies like Four Christmases, Deck the Halls, Bewitched, You Again, and so on; but this New York City Broadway darling is making her way to another kind of Broadway … more
The Texas country music scene is very much a man's world in this day and age; however, not only can Sunny Sweeney compete with these men -- she can beat 'em. She's not just another pretty … more
Houston-based A-Blake Records recording artist Jason Cassidy has put together a solid collection of songs with his new record, "My Redemption." The Texas-bred troubadour calls his sound "traditional country … more
Australia-born trio The McClymonts (made up of sisters Brooke, Samantha, and Mollie) are taking on America with their new release, "Wrapped Up Good." The McClymonts have experienced much success in Australia … more
Justin Moore, the pride and joy of Poyen, Arkansas, has taken the world by storm with the monster hits "Small Town USA" and "Backwoods" from his self-titled debut album. He's back with his sophomore effort, … more
Killer voice? Check. Songs that'll get your boots tappin'? Check. Devilishly good looks? Check. It seems as though Chris Young has everything a successful country star needs to be considered "big … more
Country veteran Mark Wills is back with a brand new record, "Looking for America." With the 4th of July coming up, this is a great album if you're looking for songs to honor the brave men … more
Newcomer DJ Miller has just released his brand new single, "Between Sundays." The 21-year old Indiana native is singing about the measure of a man -- are you only a good, honest, God-fearing man on Sundays, … more
Phil Vassar is roundin' up his buddies and having a good time with his new single, "Let's Get Together." It's a fun anthem for those carefree summer nights when there are no worries -- all that's important … more
People that read my reviews would probably never guess that I'm a California girl. Am I right? Because isn't California nothing but big cities, beaches, and palm trees? There couldn't possibly be anyone … more
It's been five years since we've heard new music from Julie Roberts, but she's back and better than ever with her new independent release, "Alive." Her self-titled debut (released … more
Julie Roberts packed the house at Nashville's Listening Room Cafe for her CMA Fest Fan Party with approximately 200 fans showing up to hear her sing. Roberts is hands down one of the … more
Grammy nominated singer Deborah Allen is back with "Anything Other Than Love," the leadoff single from her soon-to-be released record "Hear Me Now," due out later this summer. You may remember Deborah … more
One look at Whiskey Myers and you might think you're at a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute concert. They look (and sound) like they walked straight out of 1975. The Texas-based band shares a lot of similarities … more
Dallas, Oregon native (yes, there's more than one Dallas) Chelsea Rae is a country girl with an attitude. Her 6-song EP, "Ember," is a collection of songs that showcases her many musical influences, which … more
As most children of the '80s did, I used to dance around my bedroom singing Michael Jackson and Debbie Gibson songs into my hairbrush. At the top of my "setlist" was a little song called … more
Ash Bowers of Stoney Creek Records is a good ol' country boy, made evident in his new single "I Still Believe In That." It's just one of those songs that makes you feel good when you … more
Blake Shelton introduced the audience and viewers at home to his new single "Honeybee" by performing it at the 2011 Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas earlier this month. … more
Kentucky bluegrass band Josh Slone & Coaltown released their self-titled debut album on Rural Rhythm Records in January. The quality of musicianship on this record is superb. For those of you that have … more
Sarah Darling's new two-disc set, "Angels & Devils," is an excellent follow-up to her stellar 2009 debut album, "Every Monday Morning." The songwriting on this record is brilliant and her voice is as … more
The Roys, an on-the-rise brother-sister duo, have a brand new record out in stores today (March 22). "Lonesome Whistle" is a refreshing take on modern bluegrass music. Lee and Elaine Roy are clearly not … more
The Dirt Drifters are drifting onto the radar with 11 brand new tunes on their soon-to-be released record, "This Is My Blood." The Nashville-based band consists of Matt Fleener (lead vocals, … more
Ali Dee is more than just a pretty face. The Texas native and in-arena host for the NBA's Dallas Mavericks also happens to be an up-and-coming country singer-songwriter who's already shared a … more
Former "American Idol" contestant Josh Gracin has been off the radar for a while, but he's back in a big way with his latest 5-song sampler. Gracin released his self-titled debut record … more
If there's one thing that pushes my buttons, it's artists who lose their appeal in their genre of choice and then decide to "go country" as their last resort in order to keep making … more
If you ask most Waylon Jennings fans, they'll probably tell you that no one could ever do his songs justice. I know this because I'm one of those people; however, "The Music Inside, Vol. … more
If there was ever any doubt that Chris Young has found his place in country music, that doubt is now gone. His brand new single, "Tomorrow," is sure to be another smash for the Tennessee native … more
Bluegrass super-group The Grascals have outdone themselves with their new album, "Country Classics With a Bluegrass Spin," a special release from Cracker Barrel Restaurant & Old Country Store. The album … more