This week, the Country music Association unveiled their newest class of inductees into its Hall of Fame – including rock & roll pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis, neotraditionalist Keith Whitley and long-term RCA executive Joe Galante. The Country music Hall of Fame operates with a committee selection process for inductees into three categories – Modern Era, …
The Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year recognizes an artist for their artistic achievement in songwriting and is determined by votes cast from members of the country music community. On Wednesday night at the 56th annual CMA Awards, some of country music’s biggest stars were honored. Luke Combs won Entertainer of the …
Country music employs various instruments to produce its unique sound. Some instruments may be more prevalent than others and each has their own distinct style. Country guitars are among the most acclaimed instruments used in country music. Ideal for playing chords and riffs with ease, country guitars also serve an invaluable purpose: practicing scales – …
Country music’s biggest stars take to Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 56th Annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, co-hosted by Luke Bryan and NFL star Peyton Manning. Performances by Miranda Lambert, Elle King with Black Keys, Thomas Rhett and Katy Perry will all take place. This year’s new artist of the year race is fiercely …
Country music fans have suffered through many heartbreaking losses this year. Here are some of the more high-profile figures who have passed on in 2018. Loretta Lynn tops this list as an influential female vocalist of the 1950s who made waves with songs like “Queen of the House,” a tongue-in-cheek takeoff on Roger Miller’s hit …
Country music’s history is littered with legendary artists, songs and albums that have reached the top of the charts, showing just how broad its reach can be. They serve as evidence of its diversity. Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart has become the standard measure for monitoring country music popularity in America. Here we examine some …
Country music has long been one of America’s favorite genres. This influential genre boasts iconic names, iconic instruments, and catchy lyrics – but how well do you know this influential genre? Are you an avid country music fanatic? Put your knowledge of country music to the test with this fun quiz! You won’t regret taking …
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On September 11, 2001, two hijacked planes crashed into the World Trade Center Towers in New York City and the Pentagon outside Washington, D.C. The attacks claimed thousands of lives and forever altered American attitudes towards war, peace and safety. Country music served as a powerful force for unity and patriotism during this turbulent time. …
Alternative music is a genre distinguished by its nonconformity and diversity. Generally, it features unconventional song structures, lyrics, and instrumentation. In the 1980s, this genre gained momentum due to a desire to break away from mainstream trends of that era. It’s Versatile Alternative music is a versatile genre that can be performed on various instruments. …
A sad day comes when a country music star passes away. For fans of country music, however, the loss is even more heartbreaking when someone you admire passes away suddenly. Mac Davis was an iconic artist in the industry and her openness about mental health and substance abuse issues earned her a large fan base. …