July 16, 2026
Five Essential Dark Gothic Country and Roots Albums
Blending country music with shadowy influences—whether drawn from its own heritage or from punk, metal, and other genres—has produced some of the most imaginative, groundbreaking, and captivating moments ever heard within the country tradition.
July 15, 2026
Tyler Childers To Produce First New Album Via Willi Carlisle
Tyler Childers is set to explore what kind of artistry he can achieve behind the mixing console, as it has been confirmed that he will take on production duties for the upcoming record from folk force Willi Carlisle, titled “The Universal Bubba.”
July 15, 2026
Why Are We Cancelling Charley Crockett for a Satanic Duo?
There is a genuine chance that Charley Crockett is being truly “cancelled,” or at least that an effort to cancel him is underway—along with all the weight that term carries. Right now, it’s time to raise the red flag.
July 14, 2026
Mile 0 Fest Announces Stacked 2027 Lineup
Those who have journeyed to the festival throughout its ten-year existence will insist there is nothing quite like Mile 0 Fest in Key West, Florida. There is simply no substitute for enjoying your favorite music in a tropical paradise.
July 14, 2026
Calling It Now: Ella Langley Has the 2026 “Song of the Summer”
Sure, there’s still some distance to cover. But at this stage, Ella Langley has surged so far ahead and lapped so many of her competitors that the outcome of this race is already determined, even against some formidable opponents.
July 14, 2026
Album Review – Trever M. Keith’s “We Drank From a Poisoned Well”
Mr. Keith has put together a classic country album—and a very fine one at that—loaded with superb country instrumentation, witty and authentic lyrics, and good old-fashioned heartache. It reminds you exactly why you love country music.
July 13, 2026
Towering Songwriter, Roy Orbison Co-Writer Joe Melson Has Died
A frequently overlooked chapter of the Roy Orbison story is that for the tracks mentioned above, and for more than 120 Roy Orbison compositions in total, his collaborator Joe Melson played an indispensable role in bringing out that signature Orbison brilliance.
July 13, 2026
This Is BIG: Music Industry Comes Together for AI Labeling
This step won’t eliminate the problem of AI music flooding the market, nor will it slow the rising tide of such content, nor will it serve as a foolproof system that cannot be tampered with. But it marks a crucial first move toward tackling a very serious issue.
July 12, 2026
Randy Travis Previews New Album of Unreleased Songs
It has been a long wait, and rumors have circulated for years. But now, we are finally getting a first listen to archived material from country legend Randy Travis, recorded prior to his 2013 stroke.
July 11, 2026
The Ballad of Charley Crockett and Satanic Band Twin Temple
You can tell it’s a slow news cycle when something as trivial as this becomes the biggest manufactured controversy across all of music. Charley Crockett dropped one of his opening acts because they identify as professed “Satanists.”
July 10, 2026
Nothing ‘Unheard Of’ or ‘Affordable’ about New Garth Brooks Tour
Nostalgia is a powerful force. And that is exactly what Garth Brooks will be peddling on his forthcoming tour. Announced on July 7th after a countdown timer on his website hit zero, “Blame It All On My Roots” vows to transport audiences back to 1996.
July 10, 2026
Album Review – River Shook (Self-Titled)
It’s the way River demonstrates an uncanny talent for crafting incredibly catchy melodies, and then applies them to music otherwise steeped in dark subject matter. It’s the way the sound blends country and rock…
July 9, 2026
Beloved Whitewater Amphitheater Files for Chapter 11, Sale Pending
This is one of those venues that makes Central Texas and the Hill Country such a remarkable place to catch a concert. Nestled along the Guadalupe River lies a bit of heaven, a destination spot for seeing your favorite band perform.
