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The Gambler's Gift: The Mysterious Origins of Kenny Rogers' Timeless Anthem

"Something more than me wrote that song. I'm convinced of that. I really had no idea where the song was coming from. There was something going through my head, which was my father."

By: S.L. Rachel

May 19 2023

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Dwight Yoakam's "Guitars, Cadillacs": A Twangy Ode to Hillbilly Resilience

Yoakam's country classic pays homage to the enduring spirit and authenticity of hillbilly music

By: S.L. Rachel

May 12 2023

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WATCH: Classic 1977 Johnny Paycheck Performance & How "Take This Job and Shove It" Predicted the Great Resignation

In 1977, Johnny Paycheck's iconic country hit, "Take This Job and Shove It," not only topped the charts but also eerily foreshadowed the current era of the Great Resignation.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 10 2023

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Unearthing Memories: Take a Trip Down Nostalgia Lane with Randy Travis' "Diggin' Up Bones"

Written by Paul Overstreet, Al Gore, and Nat Stuckey, the song was a massive success, peaking at number one on both the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 8 2023

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Henson Cargill's "Skip a Rope" Reminds Us That Children Are a Reflection of Their Parents

"Skip a Rope" has also been covered by notable artists such as The Kentucky Headhunters on their 1989 debut album Pickin' on Nashville and by Charley Crockett on his 2021 album, Music City USA.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 4 2023

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"Pop a Top" is a Classic Country Tune That Stands the Test of Time

Although most people may be familiar with Alan Jackson's version, the original was actually written and recorded by Nat Stuckey in 1966.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 4 2023

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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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Gordon Lightfoot Passes Away at Age 84, Let's Remember These Great Performances

His songs have been recorded by artists like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash & Hank Williams Jr.

By: S.L. Rachel

May 1 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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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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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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