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Exclusive: Jeff Crosby Discusses the Singular Sound of New Album ‘Another Petal Falls off the Rose’
Today (July 26), acclaimed singer/songwriter Jeff Crosby released his seventh studio album Another Petal Falls off the Rose. The Dave Schools-produced album sees Crosby and his band taking a different sonic path to create something that stands out from his previous recordings. “This album is the sound of a 36-year-old...
4 of Post Malone’s Best Country Collaborations
Post Malone has officially gone country. The former rapper has been experimenting with his country music roots over the last few years, notably with his newest album F-1 Trillion. He’s been busy working with a few fellow country artists as well. Let’s take a look at just a handful of Post Malone’s best country collaborations! This list isn’t exhaustive, by the way. And it’s likely going to grow very soon.
7 of the Best Rock Songs From 1994
Even if you weren’t around to enjoy all of the stellar music that came out in 1994, you probably still listen to a few iconic songs that were released that year. It was the peak of grunge, but it was also a great year for indie and alternative rock as well. Let’s take a stroll through rock history and break down seven of the best rock songs from 1994!
MGK and Jelly Roll Channel John Denver; Post Malone and Luke Combs Arrive on Broadway in Port-a-Johns
Today, July 26, is a big day for alternative country fans—both Post Malone and Machine Gun Kelly have dropped new singles featuring two of the most popular country stars right now. Post worked with Luke Combs on his new song “Guy for That,” while MGK collaborated with Jelly Roll for “Lonely Road,” which pays homage to John Denver’s classic “Take Me Home, Country Roads.”
Exclusive: Benjamin Tod Talks Inspiration Behind “I Ain’t the Man” and Upcoming Honky Tonk Album ‘Shooting Star’
Benjamin Tod has written and recorded music in the acoustic folk tradition for more than a decade. Most fans know him for his solo acoustic albums or as the frontman of Lost Dog Street Band. Later this year, he’ll show fans a new side of himself with Shooting Star, a collection of original honky tonk songs inspired by classic country music. Today (July 26), Tod shared the first sample of the forthcoming project. Listen to “I Ain’t the Man” below.
Essential Celine Dion: 4 Deep Cuts Every Fan Should Know
There’s no one quite like the incomparable Celine Dion. This Canadian singer has had a legendary career packed with hits from the iconic Titanic track “My Heart Will Go On” to “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now” to “Because You Loved Me”. That being said, she also has a few songs in her discography that few might remember, other than hardcore Redheads. Let’s take a look at some essential Celine Dion deep cuts that every fan should know!
Paul McCartney Pays Homage to John Mayall, Recalls the “Great Education” He Received from the Late U.K. Blues Pioneer
Paul McCartney has joined the many respected musicians who have paid tribute to British blues pioneer John Mayall, who died Monday, July 22, at age 90. McCartney posted a heartfelt homage to Mayall on his official website and social media pages. In the note, the Beatles legend reflected on how Mayall introduced him to the music of many American blues artists, as well as helping him develop an appreciation for a soon-to-be-famous British guitarist.
Exclusive: Drew Baldridge Makes History Through Perseverance, Reveals How He Self-Funded His Top 5 Radio Hit
Drew Baldridge wrote “She’s Somebody’s Daughter” in 2018, long before he proposed to his wife Katie. The day he recorded his vocals for “She’s Somebody’s Daughter,” he opened a Country Aircheck and realized that Tenille Townes released a song of the same name. Two songs with the same title can’t vie for a coveted spot on country radio.
Marathons and Music? The Surprising Olympic Category Removed in 1948
For one fleeting moment of modern Olympic history, the games included a surprising category that had nothing to do with physical feats of strength, speed, agility, or accuracy. Instead, these short-lived categories covered tone, composition, light, and inspiration. The supporters of these new categories argued that without them, the modern...
Remember When: Celine Dion Closes Her Final Full Concert in 2020 With John Lennon’s “Imagine”
On Sunday, March 8, 2020, Celine Dion played her final full concert before the pandemic hit. At the time, Dion had already segued from her long-running residency in Las Vegas to a world tour in support of her 27th album Courage. The tour kicked off in Dion’s hometown of Quebec City, Canada, on September 18, 2019, and concluded that night in March 2020 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.
Nickelback Gives Ryan Reynolds “The Most Canadian Surprise Ever,” Issues Warning to Critics of ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
While selling over 50 million albums worldwide and gaining a spot in the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, Nickelback was also ranked among the most successful rock groups by Billboard. Although watching the band gain international fame, members like Chad Kroeger watched as Nickelback received a great deal of backlash over their songs and lyrics. Not letting the naysayers get in their way, the band continues to perform. And recently, Kroeger decided to defend not Nickelback, but the new film Deadpool & Wolverine from online trolls.
The Story and Meaning Behind “Someday,” One of Steve Earle’s First Classic Tracks
Steve Earle is a legend among singer/songwriters, a guy who has been able to dip his foot in genres like rock, country, and Americana while making it all sound easy. It all to start somewhere. “Someday,” a single from his standout 1986 debut album Guitar Town, is one of his first classics.
The Story Behind Lady Gaga’s Stunning Version of “La Vie en Rose”
Lady Gaga is rumored to be performing a duet of “La Vie en Rose” alongside Celine Dion at the 2024 summer Olympics in Paris. While Gaga might seem like an odd choice for those unfamiliar with the corners of her career, she’s already proven she can deliver a powerful version of the french ballad. Revisit the story behind Gaga’s cover of the Édith Piaf classic, below.
Gwen Stefani and Anderson .Paak Come Together for the Paris 2024 Olympics Song “Hello World”
On July 25, Gwen Stefani and Anderson .Paak released the official song of the Paris Olympics, “Hello World.”. Intended to be the soundtrack of the Summer Olympics and beyond, “Hello World” celebrates “everyday greatness” in a collaboration between Coca-Cola and the International Olympics Committee (IOC). The partnership between the two organizations dates back nearly 100 years.
Koe Wetzel is Living His Best Life with ’9 Lives’—“You Make Mistakes and Learn From Them”
Koe Wetzel sips an early afternoon cocktail in the W Hotel Nashville lobby as he recounts the number of times overconsumption landed him in jail. Three occasions—he thinks. As he talks, explaining he’s never done anything “unforgivable,” his phone screen lights up, displaying his wallpaper: Jesus holding a lamb.
Exclusive: Tigirlily Gold Shares Lower Broadway Lessons, Talks New Album and Their “Dolly Parton State-Of-Mind”
Tigirlily Gold knows that people gossip about artists who play Nashville’s Lower Broadway. The biting remarks are typically about singers trapped in the neon neighborhood, never advancing from Music City’s most touristy bars to Music Row. The sisters, who got their start playing Dierks Bentley’s Whiskey Row in...
The Controversial Celine Dion Moment That Caused Fans to Protest
One of the most enduring debates of Celine Dion’s career is simply a matter of taste as to whether someone enjoys her distinct voice or not, but in 2023, a new controversial Celine Dion moment caused fans to protest in the streets after what many fans perceived to be a major snub of the singer.
Bill Ward Shares His Dream of Performing One Last Show With Black Sabbath
Gaining influence from drummers like Ringo Starr, Bernard Purdie, Joe Morello, and Keef Hartley, Bill Ward added his name to legendary drummers as he helped create the heavy metal band Black Sabbath. Getting to take the stage alongside Geezer Butler, Tony Iommi, and the iconic Ozzy Osbourne, the group went on to record hit songs like “The Wizard”, “Paranoid”, and “Sweet Leaf.” And while the decades brought them massive success, it seems that Ward would love nothing more than to play one final concert with Black Sabbath.
Sturgill Simpson Shares Profound Advice for Aspiring Country Artists and the Importance of True Character in Their Voice
Sturgill Simpson is one of the most celebrated artists in country music. Since releasing his debut album in 2013, he has built a massive and passionate fanbase. However, Simpson didn’t just pull his style out of thin air. He looked to the greats that came before him for inspiration. Artists like Merle Haggard, George Jones, and Marty Robbins helped lead him to the music he makes today. He spent years learning from their recordings. Now, he’s in a position to inspire a new generation.
5 of the Best Olympic Ceremony Performances
The Olympics are all about the sports, but if you’re anything like us, the musical performances are also a big draw. Below, find our five favorite Olympic ceremony performances from the last couple of decades. 5 of the Best Olympic Opening Ceremony Performances. 1. Spice Girls (2012 – Summer...
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