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Big Music Beef: BMI Takes SiriusXM to Court Over Low Licensing Fees

The legal battle comes after years of failed negotiations between the two parties.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 13 2024

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Wendell Hall’s 1923 Hit "It Ain’t Gonna Rain No Mo’’: The Folk Anthem That Swept Across Two Continents

Now in the public domain, the legacy of this enduring classic continues to grow, proving that great folk songs never fade—they just find new ways to stay relevant.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 13 2024

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LISTEN: Hank Williams’ Classic “I’ll Never Get Out of This World Alive” Remains a Masterpiece

Recorded in June 1952 at Castle Studio in Nashville, Williams’ voice already bore the weight of his declining health. Guitar legend Chet Atkins, who played on the session, recalled the frailty in Williams’ performance, noting that between takes, the singer could barely stand.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 12 2024

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Jason Aldean Criticizes California’s Decline Under Gavin Newsom in Viral Interview with Tucker Carlson

Aldean highlighted the visible decay of California’s major cities, pointing to rising crime rates, rampant homelessness, and a general sense of disorder that has turned places like Los Angeles into shadows of their former selves

By: S.L. Rachel

September 12 2024

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Rock Superstar Jon Bon Jovi Heroically Saves Woman from Suicide Attempt in Nashville

Moments later, the Nashville Police arrived to assist, but it was Bon Jovi’s swift intervention that prevented a tragedy.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 12 2024

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WATCH: Billie Jo Spears' Classic 1975 Performance of "What I've Got in Mind"

The song hit #5 on the U.S. Country charts and #4 in the UK, cementing Spears as one of the era’s crossover stars.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 11 2024

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$100M Bombshell: Diddy Hit with Sexual Assault Judgment Amid Epstein-Like Allegations

Music producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones also accused Combs of operating a “sex-trafficking venture” and hosting parties where women and underage girls were exploited.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 11 2024

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Country Artist Chad Prather Fires Back at Taylor Swift Over 2024 Endorsements

Prather’s response highlights the ongoing tension between the entertainment industry's elite and the working-class, conservative-leaning audience that often feels sidelined by Hollywood’s political leanings.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 11 2024

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Morrissey’s "Bonfire of Teenagers" Held Hostage by Cancel Culture: The Album the Woke Mob Doesn’t Want You to Hear

The album, once poised to include collaborations with Iggy Pop, Miley Cyrus, and members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, has faced intense scrutiny from record labels afraid of backlash from media outlets like The Guardian.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 10 2024

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Inclusivity and the Decline of Classical Music: How Wokeness is Ruining the Art Form

The future of classical music depends on whether excellence can once again take precedence over inclusivity.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 10 2024

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CMA Says No Thanks to Beyoncé’s Fake Country: Fans Cry Foul, But Shaboozey Gets the Nod

Country isn’t just a sound, it’s a culture, and she doesn’t represent that.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 10 2024

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Johnny Lee's "Lookin' for Love" Brings 1980s Country Music Nostalgia to Life

Written by Wanda Mallette, Bob Morrison, and Patti Ryan, the song first gained prominence as part of the soundtrack for the film Urban Cowboy, a movie that helped shape the country music scene of the time.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 9 2024

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LISTEN: Luke Bryan's "Country Song Came On" Sets the Stage for Upcoming Album

Set to be released on September 27, the album promises to continue Bryan's tradition of crafting catchy and relatable country anthems.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 9 2024

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WATCH: Country Singer Gretchen Wilson Sings the National Anthem at Trump Rally in Wisconsin

The performance was a standout moment, capturing the patriotic spirit of the event and setting the tone for the evening.

By: S.L. Rachel

September 9 2024

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