Howdy folks! There’s nothing quite like a good country song to bring Americans together during trying times. From sea to shining sea, country music has a special way of uniting the nation and reminding us all what it means to be an American. In this article, we’re going to explore some of the most legendary…
Howdy partners! Grab your cowboy boots and hats and mosey on over as we take a ride through the history of country music’s biggest awards shows. From their down-home beginnings to the glitzy productions we know today, these ceremonies have grew up right alongside country music itself. So join us now as we walk down…
Break out the grits and saddle up, y’all! We’re taking a ride through the colorful history of nicknames in country music. From the outlaw rebels who blazed new trails to the Grand Ole Opry legends who became icons, we’ll explore the tall tales and touching stories behind some of the genre’s most memorable monikers. It’s…
Howdy folks! The ol’ banjo is makin’ quite the twangy comeback in contemporary country music. From its hillbilly roots to its temporary fade from the mainstream, the banjo has seen its fair share of highs and lows. But lately it seems this classic country instrument is havin’ a real hootenanny, with modern artists pullin’ it…
Crafting Stories and Melodies with Whittling Knives Howdy partners! There’s nothing quite like sitting on the porch on a sunny afternoon, knife in one hand and a block of wood in the other, whittling away while listening to some good ol’ country music. For those of us raised in the heartland, whittling and country go…
Exploring the Heartfelt Soundtracks and Memorable Moments Howdy partners! Saddle up and join me as we mosey on down to the barn for a good ole chinwag about the special bond between country music and the flickers. Ever since the days of yore when cowpokes would croon by the campfire, country tunes have had a…
Howdy partners! Y’all ready to embark on a musical journey through the captivating world of country music? From alt-country to honky-tonk, outlaw to Americana, there’s a whole herd of unique subgenres that have emerged over the years. Each one puts its own gritty, folksy, or rebellious spin on the classic country style we know and…
Howdy folks! There’s nothing quite like the charming sound of a tune being whistled throughout a good country song. It adds a unique charm and personality that helps make country music so distinctive. In this article, we’re gonna explore the history of whistling in country, look at some famous whistled tunes, and even give y’all…
Howdy folks! Grab your partner and get ready for a boot scootin’ journey through the history of one of country music’s most iconic instruments – the fiddle. This sweet set of strings has been making country fans cry, laugh, and kick up their heels for generations. So join us as we follow the fiddle’s trail…
Howdy folks! If y’all are country music fans like me, you’ve probably noticed trucks are as common in country songs as dirt roads and blue jeans. I can’t think of many country artists who haven’t sung about their trusty pickup at some point! As a Tennessee gal myself, I’ve had my fair share of memorable…