Aaron McDonnell is a breath of fresh air for country music. The George Jones influence is easy to hear, but McDonnell brings his own unique sound to Jones' classic style. McDonnell, who released his first material in 2009 with his band "Gin Betty!" stepped to the forefront in 2014 with his debut EP "Follow." With... Continue Reading →
“Thank God for Believers,” The Roger Springer Story
You may not know his name, but if you’re a fan of 90s country music, you’ve definitely heard his songs. Roger Springer is the writer behind “It’s A Little Too Late,” “Let It Rain,” and “Thank God for Believers,” all of which were top 10 hits for Mark Chesnutt, as well as “Matches,” which was... Continue Reading →
The Most Underrated Ballads in Country Music
As much as country music is about fun and living life, it is also about the ballads; ballads that will make you cry, fall in love, or heal. If a ballad doesn't make it to radio, it may very well go unheard by the majority of country fans. So to help shed some light on... Continue Reading →
David Adam Byrnes on Rediscovering Himself and His Sound
David Adam Byrnes is no rookie to the country music business. Having released his first album, "Premium Country" in 2011, Byrnes has found himself a solid fanbase that has been chomping at the bit for new music. They will get their wish with a new single to be released next month. However, Byrnes says he... Continue Reading →
Songwriter Spotlight: Rodney Clawson
Rodney Clawson has had a hand in writing an astonishing 24 number one songs. The Texas farmer-turned songwriter does not take for granted any of the great success he has had as a songwriter. Whether it has been an artists' first hit, or adding George Strait's highest charting debut single in his career to his... Continue Reading →
Get to Know Shelby Lee Lowe
Shelby Lee Lowe is beginning to gain some real traction in the traditional country music community. His self-titled debut album, released in 2016, feels like a throwback to 90s era country. Now, in 2018, he is back with new music; the fan favorite "Lock It Down," and the upcoming "Love to Live By" (May 11).... Continue Reading →
Charles Crawford of Heartland Details the Highs and Lows of the Music Industry
Every young artist's dream is to have a hit song. A song that people will sing back to them every night, leaving a lasting legacy long after their heyday. Heartland found that success and then some. Their debut song, "I Loved Her First," skyrocketed to number one, creating a whirlwind for a band and record... Continue Reading →
Songwriter Spotlight: Elliott Park
He co-wrote what may be the most iconic father-daughter wedding dance song of all time. A number 1 song that took an unknown sextet called Heartland to a level they had only dreamed of. A song that re-entered the country music charts in 2015, climbing all the way to number 7. Elliott Park's words have... Continue Reading →
Interview with “Undeniably Country” Curtis Grimes
Curtis Grimes' stock has been rising on the Texas country scene for many years. However, you may not know that Grimes was a contestant on the first season NBC's hit show, The Voice, and how long Curtis has been working to make his music dreams a reality. In an era of country music where the... Continue Reading →
“Goodnight Sweetheart;” The David Kersh Story
David Kersh seemed destined for country music stardom. Between 1996 and 1998, Kersh released two albums, which featured four Billboard Top 15 hits, including two top three hits. Just as quickly as he came, however, he was gone. He wouldn’t resurface until 2005, with an announcement that he was leaving the music business. What could... Continue Reading →