Author: Brennen Kelly

Covers, at their core, have always been deeply connected in both country and folk. From folk singers typically recycling old tunes to country artists updating classics throughout the decades, covers are incredibly commonplace within the genre. From Johnny Cash recording a plethora of Bob Dylan tracks to Chris Stapleton and George Strait scoring career-defining hits with covers (“Amarillo By Morning,” “Tennessee Whiskey”), there have been plenty of iconic reimaginings of past songs throughout country music history. Though covers of non-country songs have become hits, just look at Luke Combs’ massive success with Tracy Chapman’s “Fast Car,” in 2023, there are…

Over the past few months, it seems as if Zach Bryan cannot keep himself out of controversy. Whether it’s his highly publicized breakup with Barstool personality, Brianna Chickenfry, which included a diss track from Dave Portnoy, an alleged $12 million NDA offer and more or his Super Bowl appearance and subsequent cryptic post/caption with the current president, Donald Trump, Bryan has been making headlines weekly regardless of his music. Last night, the “Something in the Orange” singer was spotted at a bar in New York City’s West Village playing pool with friends as indicated by his Instagram story last night.…

With the release of 9 Lives last July, it’s clear that Koe Wetzel has started a new chapter in his music career. Teaming up with Gabe Simon, the producer of Noah Kahan’s breakthrough album, Stick Season, Wetzel delivered a record that deviated from his past projects which have been notably filled with anthems celebrating his now-famous rowdy streaks. While many appreciated the clear maturity and evolution in his sound and songwriting on 9 Lives, it didn’t come without some fans wanting the “old Koe” back, wishing for a return to the sound on Noise Complaint or Harold Saul High. Though it’s…

Cody Johnson has never been one to stifle his beliefs. From his fiery patriotic speeches at his concerts to his dedication to honoring members of the armed forces, the “‘Til You Can’t” singer has had a long history of wearing his heart on his sleeve both in the studio and on the stage. In a vulnerable interview with Southern Living back in November, Johnson opened up about his faith, the struggles he’s faced in the church and the balance of worshipping while out on the road. Johnson began the interview by noting how he left his childhood church as a…

Fresh off his first new release in nearly two years with the single, “She Hates Me,” Dierks Bentley has just announced that he’s hitting the road this summer on the Broken Branches Tour, featuring none other than Zach Top as the primary opener. This morning, Bentley took to Instagram to announce the tour: The Broken Branches Tour will kick off on May 29 in Austin, Texas at the Moody Center before wrapping up on August 30 in Clarkston, Michigan. Along the way, Bentley will hit over 30 different cities including Los Angeles, Tulsa, Birmingham and New York at Madison Square…

Fresh off of the release of “Ain’t For Sale” with Josh Meloy back in January and “Chickasaw Church of Christ,” today, Muscadine Bloodline has just announced that their fifth studio album, …And What Was Left Behind, is coming on April 11th. The album announcement follows what can only be described as the Alabama duo’s most successful year to date with their critically acclaimed album, The Coastal Plain making many “Best of 2024” lists including ours. Couple that with opening up for Post Malone’s F-1 Trillion Tour, an extended run on Lainey Wilson’s upcoming Whirlwind World Tour and their recent single,…