What happens if you mix Glee, gospel music, and country music? I think that I what happens from the first note on "Take the High Road" by The Blind Boys from Alabama. The idea of … more
Recently Average Joe Entertainment's Corey Smith made his debut at the Riverfront Stage at CMA Fest. While he performed he became a little emotional while performing the song I am about to review. … more
First thing I thought when I received this CD was what do you get when you mix Country and RAP - CRAP? Well after listening to the junior project from Colt Ford my thoughts were proven wrong. He … 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
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14tazz posted a Quick Tip about Keith Urban.
February 14, 2011
I would Love Keith Urban for my Valentine because he is so personible and just a beautiful person in many ways ,he is gorgeous and to me,has many Talents
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14tazz posted a Quick Tip about Keith Urban.
February 14, 2011
It's a love-hate relationship for me, this island of 45 year old. For one thing, it boosted a GDP of some 15% in 2010 and its currency is at the strongest against the HK$ (& US$). For another, it's a … more
Believe it or not I purchased my copy of "Hank Williams: 40 Greatest Hits" when it was first released as a 2 LP set way back in 1978. I was not a big fan of country music in those days … more
CD Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars The Basics: Website: LukePilgrim.com Twitter: @LukePilgrim Facebook: facebook.com/thelukepilgrim Yes, you read that correctly! This … more
Abigail Washburn is the new star of blue grass music. Her voice is very soothing. She plays the banjo better than anyone I have heard in a long time. The title track "City Of Refuge" is a song … more
The Song A Little Bit Stronger by Sara Evans is for anyone who has ever gone through heartbreak or a difficult break-up. If you know how it feels when your heart feels like a … more
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about Garth Brooks.
January 04, 2011
Although he nearly single-handedly destroyed traditional country music by emphasizing flash over substance, I have to admit that Brooks' music has slowly grown on me over time.
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djevoke posted a Quick Tip about Reba McEntire.
December 17, 2010
I love Reba! She's always been true to herself and was one of the first country artists that brought me to Country Music. I love how she mixes it up with different genres but, always stays true to her … more
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about Toby Keith.
December 13, 2010
He's had quite a few good songs over the years, but since 9/11, I've always felt that he used that tragedy to propel his career. Bad move, in my opinion.
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about Reba McEntire.
December 13, 2010
Reba's older music was classic country. Her newer sound leans heavily to soul and r&b at times. Luckily she knows where she came from and is still as country as can be.
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about Dixie Chicks.
December 13, 2010
A mid-level pop band who rode their high-pitched lead singers' vocals to "country" popularity, Rascal Flatts shouldn't even be mentioned in the same paragraph with the word "country."
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about Alan Jackson.
December 13, 2010
A neo-traditionalist who isn't immune to the trappings of pop country ("Chattahoochee" anyone?), Jackson is still better than most of the junk on the radio these days.
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about George Strait.
December 13, 2010
A neo-traditionalist who seems to have found a solid balance between the great country music of the past and the pop leanings of modern "country" music. Paisley's one of the few remaining bright stars … more
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kfontenot posted a Quick Tip about Carrie Underwood.
December 13, 2010
This song sweeps you up and is SO beautiful. If I ever try to deny being a hopeless romantic, this will give me away... this song was actually our first dance at my wedding, and the first line about "growing … more