Josh Williams — ‘Modern Day Man’ Label: Rounder Records The cover of Josh Williams’ ‘Modern Day Man’ says it all. This is art. It’s a pure and simple portrait of artist and instrument. It looks like a portrait from time past, when those being photographed were required to sit still for an unnaturally long time … Continue reading
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New Blues/Rock: Van Wilks’ ’21st Century Blues’
Van Wilks — ’21st Century Blues’ Label: Texas ’51 Records Ummm, yeah. This is exactly what this kind of music should sound like. Van Wilks’ new album, ’21st Century Blues,’ makes it clear from the first note that you can count on him to bridge the past of blues-rock guitar’s legendary legacy and the future. … Continue reading
Countdown To The ACM Awards (List of Nominees)
It’s almost time for the 51st ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS®, Country Music’s Party of the Year®, honoring country music’s superstars and hottest emerging talent. This year’s show will be hosted by Dierks Bentley and reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan. The ACM Awards will be broadcast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden Arena … Continue reading
New Bluegrass: Dave Adkins’ Self-Titled Album
Dave Adkins — ‘Dave Adkins’ Label: Mountain Fever Records With his new self-titled album, Dave Adkins debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Bluegrass Albums Chart. And for good reason: the vocal power Adkins unleashes on well-chosen song after song has resulted in an album that is one of the first ‘must-have’ bluegrass collections of 2016. … Continue reading
Kristy Lee Cook’s New Single Defines What It Means To Be A Cowgirl
Kristy Lee Cook’s new single, “Lookin’ For A Cowgirl” came out last week, and it sounds like it will bring this sexy, spirited, authentically country artist to a whole new level of success. With its twangy acoustics, driving guitars and attention-grabbing lyrics (and just a taste of country rap), “Lookin’ For A Cowgirl” is sure … Continue reading
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