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Country Music Quiz

From timeless classics to boot-stompin’ anthems, this country music quiz will have you nodding faster than a bronco at a rodeo! Find out who replaced Taylor Swift on a Nashville mural; which singer recorded two of their top-selling albums while in prison; and how many records Shania Twain has sold. Can you name all the

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Country Music and 9/11

As with any national tragedy, country music provided artists a powerful vehicle to respond. A well-crafted tune can reveal deep feelings while building community spirit. This lesson seeks to introduce students to the various ways country artists reacted to 9/11 through three country songs. Students will analyze songs such as Alan Jackson’s reflective “Where Were

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Keeping Country Music Radio Relevant in an Age of Digital Disruption

Beyonce’s candid declaration that she wants to appear on country radio has garnered significant attention, yet her efforts at fulfilling this pledge may face serious hurdles. On average, it takes over nine hours for two consecutive songs by women artists to play on top country stations. It’s a big business Country music has grown from

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