The Unbroken Circle: Reba McEntire, “Is There Life Out There” (1992)
A story of perseverance for all involved.… Read More The Unbroken Circle: Reba McEntire, “Is There Life Out There” (1992)
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The Boom-or-Bust Jukebox – Week 9 (2021): (Vandoliers, Charlie Marie, Blackberry Smoke, etc.)
The Boom-or-Bust Jukebox is a weekly series where I cover new entries to the top 40 of Billboard’s Country Airplay chart, standalone oddities, and a throwback tune. This week was absolutely loaded with new releases, enough to where I reviewed two singles for Country Universe – Brett Eldredge’s “Good Day” and the Elle King and… Read More The Boom-or-Bust Jukebox – Week 9 (2021): (Vandoliers, Charlie Marie, Blackberry Smoke, etc.)
Not-So-Quick Draw Single Reviews: Vol. 15
Reviews for new singles from Gary Allan, Ward Davis, Justin Moore and Meghan Patrick… Read More Not-So-Quick Draw Single Reviews: Vol. 15
The Best Singles Of The 2010s
A bit late, but enjoy! … Read More The Best Singles Of The 2010s
The Best Hit Songs Of 1993
Featuring hits from Trisha Yearwood, Dwight Yoakam, Pam Tillis and more!… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1993
The Best Hit Songs Of 2000
Featuring songs from Gary Allan, Dixie Chicks, John Michael Montgomery and more!… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 2000
The Best Albums Of 2019
A grand finale for a banner year… Read More The Best Albums Of 2019
The Best Songs Of 2019
A yearly tradition of counting down 50 songs from the year that resonated with me… Read More The Best Songs Of 2019
The Best Hit Songs Of 1982
In the early 1980s, country music benefited from the release of the film Urban Cowboy, enough to where one could label it a boom era for the genre. Commercially, the movement was great, but stylistically, artists may have dressed the part (almost too much), but the actual music was too syrupy and glossy to resemble anything… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1982
The Best Hit Songs Of 1990
Featuring hits from Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire and more! … Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1990
The Musical Divide’s 2019 Midyear Report
As we approach the midway point of 2019, it’s time to reflect on what the best music of the calendar year has been thus far. At this point, The Musical Divide has reviewed over 50 albums and EPs this year, with many of them finding a spot on this list. As far as quality is… Read More The Musical Divide’s 2019 Midyear Report
The Best Hit Songs Of 2003
Featuring hits from Craig Morgan, Randy Travis, the Dixie Chicks and more!… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 2003
The Best Hit Songs Of 1985
In 1985, The New York Times published an article declaring country music’s death. While the genre was caught in a weird area after the decline of the Urban Cowboy era, the article failed to take into account certain factors. Yes, older artists were generally faring worse during this time, and sales were down overall. But… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1985
The Best Hit Songs Of 1996
Since my reviews have focused heavily on ’90s country artists lately, I figured I’d revisit this beloved decade for this week’s edition of ‘Best Hit Songs.’ As for this particular year, there isn’t much to say. Tim McGraw and Faith Hill were country music’s new power couple, and the actual boom of the ’90s was… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1996
Album Review: Reba McEntire – ‘Stronger Than The Truth’
The short version: Thirty-five years ago, Reba McEntire firmly grounded her artistic identity on ‘My Kind Of Country.’ Now, in 2019, she does the very same thing again on ‘Stronger Than The Truth.’ Favorite tracks: “The Clown,” “Cactus In A Coffee Can,” “The Bar’s Getting Lower,” “In His Mind,” “Stronger Than The Truth” Least favorite… Read More Album Review: Reba McEntire – ‘Stronger Than The Truth’
Song Review: Reba McEntire – “Stronger Than The Truth”
The short version: “Stronger Than The Truth” just may be Reba McEntire’s strongest single in years. Writers: Autumn McEntire, Hannah Blaylock Rating: 8/10 The long version: With the return of legends like George Strait, Brooks & Dunn and Reba McEntire to the country music format this year, these artists are blatantly telling us fans they… Read More Song Review: Reba McEntire – “Stronger Than The Truth”
The Best Hit Songs Of 1994
We’re going back to the ’90s this week, and honestly I’m surprised this is only the second time I’ve visited this era of country music for this feature. While ’90s country does have its critics, there arguably wasn’t a better time for the genre, and that comment doesn’t just extend toward the quality. More women… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1994
The Best Hit Songs Of 1992
For many people I’ve interacted with online, 90’s Country essentially equals pure nostalgia and bliss. Me? I would’ve grown up on the tail end of it at best, so unfortunately I’ve just played catch-up as I’ve gotten older. Still, it’s no wonder why this era was seen as a golden era. The cheesy songs (and… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1992
