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LISTEN: 1959 Recording of "Long Black Veil" by Legendary Texas Musician Lefty Frizzell

The song's haunting melody and tragic story have made it a staple in the country music canon.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 2 2023

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WATCH: Classic Bluesman J.B. Lenoir Performs "The Whale Has Swallowed Me"

Through the use of imagery from the Book of Jonah, Lenoir expresses his struggles in the vocal & lyrical tradition of the blues.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 2 2023

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"Let's Go Brandon" Rapper Loza Alexander Continues to Call Out Joe Biden with "JOE DID IT"

The rapper went viral in 2022 with a track based on the infamous "Let's Go Brandon" line from a live NASCAR broadcast.

By: S.L. Rachel

June 2 2023

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LISTEN: Marcus King's Soulful "Goodbye Carolina"

The lyrics of the song are both melancholic and hopeful, as King sings about leaving his hometown and the woman he loves behind.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 2 2023

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WATCH: David Allan Coe Channels the Spirit of Hank Williams in 1983 Performance of "The Ride" + Bonus Hank Williams Jr. Interview

Co-Writer Gary Gentry has said that there is a "mysterious magic" connected with this song, considering some of the coincidences or synchronicities that occurred during it's composition and performance.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 1 2023

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WATCH: Johnny Cash's 1980 Performance of 'Song of the Patriot' on The Johnny Carson Show

As we continue to face challenges and changes it's interesting to wonder what Johnny Cash would think of the country today. What do you think he would sing about today if he were still alive?

By: S.L. Rachel

April 30 2023

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From Tina Turner to Country Classic: The Story Behind "Good Hearted Woman" by Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson

"Good Hearted Woman" was released as a single in 1972 and was a hit, reaching #1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 28 2023

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Tom MacDonald's "Dirty Money" Confronts the Ugly Truth, Calling Out Politicians, the Military-Industrial Complex and the Media

Unsurprisingly, Tom MacDonald goes after everyone and everything that he has a problem with regardless of political affiliation.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 28 2023

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Ray Charles’ Hidden Gem: A Unique Take on John Denver's Classic "Take Me Home, Country Roads"

Despite Ray Charles' legendary status as a soul musician not too many people these days are aware of his take on this beloved song.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 25 2023

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Charley Crockett Delivers During His Tiny Desk Concert

Featuring the title track from his album "The Man From Waco" which is one of his takes on the murder ballad songwriting concept.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 24 2023

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Throwback to a Timeless Classic: "I Ride an Old Paint"

Notable recordings of the song include versions by Johnny Cash, Rex Allen, the Weavers, Linda Ronstadt, and Loudon Wainwright III.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 24 2023

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Dinosaur Hank: Bocephus Trashes New Music in a Classic Country Jam

Throwback to a classic Hank Jr. song that criticizes new music trends and longs for the good old days of country music.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 21 2023

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Legendary Telecaster Player Roy Buchanan Rips a Solo with Merle Haggard

His use of harmonics added a unique element to the solo that made it stand out from anything else.

By: S.L. Rachel

April 21 2023

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Matt Walsh Learns Banjo Skills from Winston Marshall

"I've always admired people who can play instruments and it's almost like you know a second language really, you can speak in the language of music"

By: S.L. Rachel

April 7 2023

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