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1954's "Slowly" by Webb Pierce: The First Pedal Steel Song to Top the Charts

At its helm, Bud Isaacs' iconic pedal steel intro didn't just set hearts aflutter; it ignited a fervor among musicians clamoring to replicate its ethereal sound.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 25 2024

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WATCH: Bob Luman's 1960 Epic Live Performance of "Let's Think About Living"

The song's lyrics humorously poke fun at the prevalence of death and despair in contemporary music, particularly in the teenage tragedy and gunfighter ballad genres.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 20 2024

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Travel Back to 1960 and Listen to this Hidden Gem From Stonewall Jackson: "A Little Guy Called Joe"

Released during country music's "golden" honky tonk era in the 1950s and 60s, this song speaks to listeners through its classic country storytelling techniques.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 18 2024

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WATCH: Classic 1972 Live Performance of Donna Fargo's "Funny Face"

Released in August 1972 as the second single from her album "The Happiest Girl in the Whole U.S.A.", this enchanting ballad quickly soared to the top of the country charts, earning Fargo a well-deserved Gold Record.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 18 2024

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WATCH: 1981 Live Performance of "The Lord Made a Hobo Out of Me" by Boxcar Willie

Beyond its musical merits, "The Lord Made a Hobo Out of Me" holds cultural significance as a tribute to the enduring legacy of the American hobo.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 15 2024

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Ray Wylie Hubbard's "Redneck Mother": A Country Americana Anthem From 1978

"He's thirty-four and drinkin' in them honky tonks, just kickin' hippies' asses and raisin' hell"

By: S.L. Rachel

March 8 2024

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Travel Back to 1955-Style Grace and Hospitality with Porter Wagoner's "Company's Comin'"

As the beat kicks in, listeners are swept up in the narrator's breathless excitement as he rushes to inform Mama of the impending arrival of guests.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 8 2024

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American Beat Cultural Review: George Jones' 1962 Rendition of "Waltz of the Angels"

George Jones proves once again why he is hailed as the "King of Country Music." 

By: S.L. Rachel

March 6 2024

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Classic Country Love Songs: Johnny Lee's Epic 1983 Live Performance of "One in a Million"

The lyrics of "One in a Million," penned by Chick Rains, paint a vivid picture of a protagonist navigating the tumultuous landscape of life, searching for solace and meaning amidst chaos. 

By: S.L. Rachel

March 6 2024

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Johnny Cash's "What Is Truth?" is a Prophetic Anthem Amidst Today's Era of Fake News and Misinformation

In an era marked by fake news and misinformation, Cash's song serves as a timely reminder of the importance of discerning truth from falsehood and standing up for what is right.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 4 2024

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Finding Grace: Porter Wagoner's "A Satisfied Mind" Offers a Musical Guide to Inner-Peace

At its core, "A Satisfied Mind" encapsulates the concept of inner peace and contentment, akin to the principles of Zen Buddhism or the grace found in Christianity.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 4 2024

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Epic 1971 Live Performance of "Ko-Ko Joe" by Jerry Reed with Glenn Campbell and Larry McNeely

Jerry Reed's masterful storytelling combined with his signature guitar licks make this song a timeless classic in the annals of country music history.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 4 2024

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WATCH: Legendary 1959 Performance of Johnny Horton's "The Battle Of New Orleans" on The Ed Sullivan Show

As the performance unfolds, we're regaled with the exploits of Colonel Jackson and his ragtag band of soldiers as they outsmart and outgun the British invaders.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 1 2024

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LISTEN: Merle Travis' Forgotten 1947 Classic "So Round, So Firm, So Fully Packed"

The lyrics, adorned with references to iconic brands and products, evoke a sense of nostalgia and Americana.

By: S.L. Rachel

March 1 2024

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