Straight From Nashville

'Wrecking Crew' Film Is a Must-See for Music Fans

Studio Musicians Are Unsung Heroes of the Sounds We All Love
03/12/2015

Some Country Music Stars Are Behind the Scenes

Wade Jessen and Alan Mayor Made Nashville a Better Place for Everyone
03/05/2015

New Country Artists Cling to the Promise of Success and Fame

Congratulations are in order for Sam Hunt, Thomas Rhett and Cole Swindell, this year’s final nominees for the Academy of Country Music’s new artist of the year.
02/19/2015

Remembering Elvis Presley

His 80th Birthday Prompts Thoughts of What Else He Might Have Accomplished
01/08/2015

Little Jimmy Dickens Was a One-of-a-Kind Country Star

Little Jimmy Dickens’ death is a loss to his many fans, but I feel especially sad for those who never had the opportunity to watch him perform in person.
01/03/2015

What Changes Will Nashville Face in 2015?

As we enter the New Year, my greatest wish is that the Nashville will be able to look back on 2015 without regrets.
01/01/2015

Say "Bah! Humbug!" to Predictable Holiday Music

So you don't really like holiday music? An Americana Christmas may make you change your mind.
12/18/2014

Pop Stars Deal With Things Country Artists Seldom Face

Taylor Swift was featured in Wednesday night’s episode of South Park, but it’s hard to imagine she wanted to be depicted sitting on a couch next to Bill Cosby.
12/11/2014

Are Country Stars Still Cool?

Merle Haggard’s Visit to CMT Artists of the Year Show Prompts Some Observations
12/04/2014

Bro Country Is Still Selling This Year

In times of country music turmoil, you can always turn to the gospel according to Willie.
11/27/2014