Genre mixing tends to cause plenty of controversy; for instance, when LL Cool J and Brad Paisley collaborated on Accidental Racist in April it caused considerable ruckus regarding race relations and cultural concerns. Hip hop’s influence on country music has long been evident, yet now this effect has grown more evident. This article investigates its […]
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Country music has quickly become the go-to genre for commuters and festivals this summer. 2023 is shaping up to be an active year for country music tours. Carrie Underwood kicks things off with her Denim & Rhinestones Tour while Morgan Wallen plans his worldwide trek. Origins Country music was one of the earliest genres of
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Nationwide, music fans adorning cowboy boots take to music festivals across the nation to sing along to their favorite country artists and sing-a-long. Country fans must attend these music events. This year’s CMA Fest deftly took advantage of the enduring appeal of 1990s country artists while honoring contemporary hitmakers with equal reverence and relevance. Additionally,
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Country music singers are known to deliver emotive, moving lyrics that explore themes such as love, heartache, hard work and pride in a deeply personal manner. Many employ confessional techniques or feature duets within their performances. 2022 saw the passing of some influential country musicians and songwriters, such as Naomi Judd and Troy Gentry. View
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Country music has long been defined by its monarchs (Hank Williams, George Strait) and queens (Loretta Lynn and Patsy Cline). Additionally, other legendary artists like Conway Twitty — who made an unlikely transition from rock and roll to country with 55 number one hits in his lifetime — serve as proof that rural resilience remains
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Music is one of the world’s favorite art forms. It can evoke feelings, create change and bring about superstars like Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton and Tim McGraw – as well as bring pleasure. Are You A Country Music Fan? Take Our Quiz To Determine It Now And Let ROUND TWO Test Your Knowledge Take the
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There are countless contributors to country music who help it reach the level it does today, working behind the scenes without being noticed yet still making an impactful difference in our genre. Jane Dowden Grams made her mark on how country music entered living rooms throughout America through Show Biz Inc, her television production company.
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Country music often earns itself a bad rap for its old-fashioned themes such as trucks, beer and girls. It has a serious sexism problem; female artists such as Dixie Chicks and Kacey Musgraves are treated as novelty acts despite their talent being taken seriously. This is simply unacceptable. It’s boring Country music can often be
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Before the fifties, there was little opportunity for female solo country artists. Kitty Wells revolutionized this situation when her groundbreaking record, an updated take of an old traditional song, made her famous and set an important precedent that would later influence artists such as Loretta Lynn. Lefty Frizzell’s song depicts this change. Country music in
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The Academy of Country Music Awards will be streamed live via Amazon Prime, available through most major TV providers like Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, DIRECTV NOW, Sling TV and Fubo TV. Garth Brooks and Dolly Parton hosted this year’s awards show, featuring performances by Ed Sheeran, Jordan Davis, Luke Combs and Miranda Lambert – among
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