The Unbroken Circle: Patsy Cline – “Crazy” (1961)
Two artists boldly brilliant in their own ways coming together for a magnificent song… Read More The Unbroken Circle: Patsy Cline – “Crazy” (1961)
Tag: Willie Nelson
Quick Draw Single Reviews Vol. 10
Thoughts on new singles from Caylee Hammack, Willie Nelson, Kenny Chesney, Cam and Sam Hunt… Read More Quick Draw Single Reviews Vol. 10
The Best Hit Songs Of 1980
Most country music fans remember 1980 as the year country music went Hollywood. Between the release of movies like Urban Cowboy, 9 to 5, and Honeysuckle Rose, country music was “cool” in popular culture. Well, I should say the “facade” of country music was cool. Images of cowboy and cowgirl attire were abound, but the actual music would suffer… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1980
Album Review: Willie Nelson – ‘Ride Me Back Home’
Ride Me Back Home is a solid conclusion to a trilogy of albums surrounding mortality.… Read More Album Review: Willie Nelson – ‘Ride Me Back Home’
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 1981
The ’80s were a strange time period for country music. In some ways, I’d argue it mirrors country music today, namely in how it’s all over the place. The outlaw movement was over, and with country music’s Hollywood exposure through movies such as Urban Cowboy, Honeysuckle Rose, 9 to 5 and Coal Miner’s Daughter, country… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1981
The Musical Divide’s Top Albums Of 2018
We’ve arrived to the final list at The Musical Divide for 2018. Of course, nobody needs another one of these lists to read, but I’d like to think my list is more than just a “list.” In a way, I’ve got the benefit of running a blog rather than a professional outlet. I’m free to… Read More The Musical Divide’s Top Albums Of 2018
The Musical Divide’s Top 20 Singles Of 2018
It’s that time of the year again. The list-pocalypse will soon arrive to haunt us all. While I plan on waiting to release my songs and albums lists until Jan. 2019, singles are a bit of a different animal. To be eligible for my “best singles” list, the single had to be released anywhere from… Read More The Musical Divide’s Top 20 Singles Of 2018
The Best Hit Songs Of 1975
1975 was a strange year for Country music. It was the year that Tammy Wynette and George Jones divorced each other. It was the year that Hank Williams Jr. tumbled 500 feet down Ajax Mountain which caused severe facial and head injuries. It was the year that Charlie Rich burned the envelope to the ground… Read More The Best Hit Songs Of 1975
Album Review: Johnny Cash and Various Artists – ‘Forever Words’
This is a re-uploaded post from Swamp Opera. While many would not label Out Among The Stars as Johnny Cash’s all-time best work, I consider it a landmark moment in my life. You see, I never got to be “excited” for a new Cash album, and I’m guessing a few of you out there know the same… Read More Album Review: Johnny Cash and Various Artists – ‘Forever Words’
Why Were The Dixie Chicks Banned From Country Radio?
“Because of the Bush comments.” Well, yeah, but then how come country artists were allowed to have differing opinions during the Vietnam War? How come Merle Haggard could release “America First” with little reception? If anything, the banning of Dixie Chicks from the country music establishment had more to do with an unfortunate sign of… Read More Why Were The Dixie Chicks Banned From Country Radio?
