On Sunday (8-19), the opening episode of the new CBS reality TV series "The Road" premiered, giving some very worthy talent network television face time in a way that can only be good. But the show has a flaw. The post Initial Thoughts on New CBS Country Music Series “The Road” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Country music is constantly slotted as second-class when it comes to the greater American culture, even when it's more popular than ever like it is now, and more popular than any other genre. The post On The Petition for George Strait to Play the Super Bowl first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Mark Chesnutt was rushed to the hospital late last week right before he was set to open a show for country group Alabama on October 16th in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is currently recovering at home. The post Mark Chesnutt Recovering After Latest Health Scare first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
The legendary frontman for Leftover Salmon, Vince Herman, showed up to start 'The Hook' off, and then stuck around the whole show to add his songwriting insight and signature humor to the program. The post Leftover Salmon’s Vince Herman Plays Unreleased Song on ‘The Hook’ first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
For next year's festivities June 6th and 7th, 2026, Railbird is once again mining talent from other genres for some of their headliners. But this time it's from the roots side of indie rock. The post Kentucky’s Railbird Festival Reveals 2026 Lineup first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Leon Majcen reinvigorates the spirit of the hobo poet, singing what he lives, living what he sings, and experiencing a level of freedom we all wish we had the ability or courage to pursue. The post Album Review- Leon Majcen’s “Making A Livin’ (Not A Killin’)” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Clay Street Unit has released their first song through new label Leo33 called "Choctaw County," featuring bluegrass singer/songwriter Lindsay Lou. A debut album is on the way. The post Clay Street Unit Land On Their Feet With New Label first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Fans are loving the new posthumous release of Waylon Jennings songs called "Songbird." The appeal for the album is reflected in the sales and streaming numbers for the release so far. The post Waylon Jennings is BACK on the Charts with New Album “Songbird” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Social media algorithms, AI-generated songs, astroturfed Tik-Tok stars, and all kinds of other hijinks make it harder to find authentic songs from real artists. But that's all you'll find on this painstakingly-curated playlist. The post New Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#167) first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Wes Bayliss leaning into his faith might have meant walking away from The Steel Woods. But luckily, it doesn't mean he's walking away from music. He's now released two singles. The post Wes Bayliss of The Steel Woods Returns with Faith-Based Country first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
It's time you graduate from "never heard of him" or "sounds familiar" to "he's my new favorite traditionalist" when it comes to fielding queries about Hayden Baker. The post Album Review – Hayden Baker’s “Alive & Well” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Opportunities are opening up for older artists, many of whom were put out to pasture during the Bro-Country era, or forced to capitulate to the current sound. There might not be a better example than Joe Nichols. The post Zach Top Is Opening New Doors for Artists, Young AND Old first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Don't ever give up on hope in country music, or its most storied institutions. That's the lesson to draw from the Ernest Tubb Record Shop in downtown Nashville that recently quietly reopened its doors. The post Ernest Tubb Record Shop Back Open. And Yes, They Have Records first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
The Jackalope Jamboree has just announced their 2026 lineup, and it is a doozie, with Kaitlin Butts headlining Thursday night, Shane Smith & the Saints on Friday, and the Turnpike Troubadours on Saturday. The post Jackalope Jamboree Pulls Together Killer Lineup for 2026 first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
The pre-sale for the concert officially started on Wednesday morning (10-15) through Seat Geek, and immediately the app and website were crashing, with those getting through experiencing sticker shock. The post Website/App Crashes, Sticker Shock for Final Alan Jackson Show first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Not since Caitlyn Smith have we heard this combination of top-caliber songwriting with a superior voice brought to music that can appeal to country and pop fans without losing credibility with either. The post Album Review – Carter Faith’s “Cherry Valley” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
2025 hasn't seen that many breakout artists, in country, or really in music in general. Mountain Grass Unit is one of the exceptions, with guitarist Luke Black feeling like one of the next great American pickers. The post Surging Bluegrass Band Mountain Grass Unit Announces Early 2026 Dates first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
It took 100 years, but it finally happened, and for two deserving women of country music. As part of the Grand Ole Opry's year-long 100th Anniversary celebration, it saw its first induction/invitation. The post Kathy Mattea, Suzy Bogguss Part of First Ever Opry Induction/Invitation first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Due to inclement weather, the sets for the Saturday night headliners were washed out, with many fans taking online to complain, one fan dying, and now a class-action lawsuit is being threatened. The post One Dead, Many Disgruntled After RedWest Weather Cancellation first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
From humble beginnings and low expectations to the very pinnacle of the country genre, George Strait is an inspiration for all those country performers getting up on stage to play their first professional gig. The post 50 Year Ago: George Strait Plays First Professional Gig first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
It's a celebration of generations of country women and excellent songwriters, reminding us how important women were to the foundations of country, and how critical they are to preserving those traditions today. The post Album Review – “It’s All Her Fault, a Tribute to Cindy Walker” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
'The Wall Street Journal' stepped in it pretty good late last week while strangely deciding to step into the realm of country music by initially characterizing Johnny Cash as "uncool." The post ‘Wall Street Journal’ Causes Stir By Initially Calling Johnny Cash “Uncool” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
'Magnolia' is certain the right thing when it comes to country music. It's an exploration of the history of Wesley Hanna and his family rendered in traditional country style. The post Album Review – Wesley Hanna’s “Magnolia” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
In an unprecedented move, country music legend Vince Gill has signed a lifetime recording deal with his current and long-time record label MCA. Gill is also prepping to release multiple EPs. The post Vince Gill Signs Lifetime Record Deal, Readies New Music first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
What do I think of the new Zach Bryan song? I have no idea what I think about it, because I've never heard it. You may think you have all kinds of opinions about it. But you've never heard the song either. The post Media and Public Beclown Themselves Over Unreleased Zach Bryan Song first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
The details of the final Alan Jackson show have been released. "Last Call: One More for the Road - The Finale" will happen with a big list of supporting talent. The post Alan Jackson Sets Final Show … With Some Interesting Openers first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
What Cole Chaney does through 'In The Shadow of the Mountain' and its grunge influence is carve out a niche all his own, outside of the shadow of the mountainous careers of fellow Kentuckians like Sturgill, Childers, and Stapleton. The post Album Review – Cole Chaney’s “In The Shadow of the Mountain” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Speedy Sparks was like the patron saint, and was thought of in no less regard than the legendary performers he had the pleasure of performing with over the years. The post Legendary Texas Tornados Member Speedy Sparks Has Died first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
The buzz created in Central Texas from the announced Coupland closing brought a new suitor forward who plans to revitalize the spot, and keep live music happening there into the future. The post Coupland Dancehall to Remain Open Amid New Partnership first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
To be able to see Sierra Ferrell, Charley Crockett, and Tyler Childers all on the same bill---and not at some 50,000-person megafest---is incentive enough. Add John R. Miller, and Memphis legends Amy Lavere and Lucero... The post Mempho Music Fest 2025 Features Top Names in Insurgent Country first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
When the new Best Traditional Country Album category was announced, there was some trepidation. ballot reads like a killer playlist of some of the best country albums released in the last year. The post Entries to Grammy’s New Traditional Country Category Look Very Promising first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
From the writing and singing style, to the instrumentation and tones, it is all authentic to the Golden Era of country in a way that immediately makes an old soul fulfilled. The post Album Review – Brennen Leigh’s “Don’t You Ever Give Up On Love” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Don't allow the purveyors of pop to piss in your ear and call it "country." There's an entire universe of actual country artists out there offering a more healthy alternative. This playlist is your window into it. The post New Adds to Saving Country Music’s Top 25 Current Playlist (#166) first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
By the time Willie minted his first #1 in country music, he'd been hired and fired from the Grand Ole Opry. He'd been married and divorced. He'd retired from music, put on 40 pounds, and become a pig farmer. The post 50 Years Ago: Willie Nelson Scores First #1 Song … At Age 42 first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Waylon Jennings was the real deal if there ever was one, and that's why unheard tracks come so anticipated. The 10 tracks from 'Songbird' are from the '70s and early '80s era. The post Album Review – Waylon Jennings – “Songbird” first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
When Justin Townes Earle left us on August 20th, 2020, he left behind a musical legacy whose impact well surpassed his output of eight studio albums over ten years, or simply being yet another famous son. The post Authorized Biography of Justin Townes Earle on the Way first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
If you really want to test someone's country music mettle, see if they can give you any details on the song “Mama’s Don’t Let Your Cowboys Grow Up To Be Babies" featuring Tony Joe White and Waylon Jennings. The post Tony Joe White’s “Don’t Let Your Cowboys Grow Up To Be Babies” with Waylon first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
The catalysts for the catastrophic implosion in mid-sized independent venue ownership in the United States is about to make matters much worse with Live Nation and AEG investing heavily in the space. The post AEG / Live Nation Now Coming for Music’s Mid-Sized Independent Venues first appeared on Saving Country Music.| Saving Country Music – Saving Country Music
Allowing an easy way for podcasts to promote tracks, albums, and performers while fairly compensating them for their art seems completely intuitive and well past due. Yet here in 2024, we're still waiting.| Saving Country Music
Everybody wants artists and songwriters to be credited and compensated. But by attempting to protect their creators and copyrights, labels and rights owners are leaving themselves and their artists on the sidelines of one of the most revolutionary moments in audio entertainment since the...| Saving Country Music
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Music labels have been leaving major opportunities to promote their catalogs and performers on the table with their punitive copyright claims that make it impossible to feature music on music podcasts.| Saving Country Music
Though it's fashionable to say that genres are dead and irrelevant, if not outright detrimental to the creativity of artists, they perhaps have never been more necessary as 120,000 new songs get uploaded each day.| Saving Country Music
