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Kree Harrison, 'All Cried Out' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:07:14 +0000

They say specificity is the soul of narrative, which would mean Kree Harrison‘s first post-’Idol’ single ‘All Cried Out’ lacks soul, or narrative. The ballad is a showcase for her vocal range and power, but it’s never made clear why the Texan is so bummed. Harrison performed the song during the final performance episode of [...]

Luke Bryan's 'Just a Sip' Video Brings the Ultimate Spring Break Party

Megan Pacella — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:07:55 +0000

Nothing gets you in the spirit of summer quite like seeing thousands of college kids hanging out at the beach during Spring Break. Beaches, beer and bathing suits -- what else do you need? Nothing! That's why Luke Bryan used Spring Break footage to capture the ultimate party-time summer vibe in his new 'Just a Sip' video.

Dakota Bradley, 'Somethin' Like Somethin" – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:39:52 +0000

Dakota Bradley’s debut single ‘Somethin’ Like Somethin” is a mostly charming pop-country love song that showcases the 18-year-old’s spunky personality. He doesn’t run from his Bieber-ness. Instead, he adds just enough steel guitar to keep him on the right side of the radio. This singer will appeal to a younger country audience. One glance at [...]

Kellie Pickler, 'Someone Somewhere Tonight' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:35:05 +0000

Kellie Pickler delivers an inspired performance with a new single called 'Someone Somewhere Tonight.' The song -- originally recorded by Kenny Rogers -- is a soaring ballad that touches a range of emotions. Few will find nothing relatable on the singer's first release from an upcoming album.

Trace Adkins, 'Love Will …' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 17 May 2013 11:05:18 +0000

The idea behind Trace Adkins‘ new album ‘Love Will …’ makes so much sense you almost wonder why he hadn’t done it sooner. This collection of love songs is as obvious as the tagless T-shirt, yet for years we went without both. ‘Love Will …’ stops short of being able to melt wax on its [...]

Lady Antebellum Revisit Small Town Life and the Past in 'Goodbye Town' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:13:07 +0000

Lady Antebellum revisit small town life in their 'Goodbye Town' video, featuring the band members performing and seeming to factor into the action merely as spectators, as opposed to playing characters like they did in the 'Downtown' video. But not so fast... As the video rolls on, you realize that Charles Kelley is indeed the video's star in more ways than one.

Keith Urban, 'Little Bit of Everything' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:13:18 +0000

Perhaps it should be no surprise that after five months spent judging 'American Idol,' Keith Urban has delivered his most pop-friendly single to date in 'Little Bit of Everything.' The talented singer and guitarist uses tricks in production that a less established singer would be skewered for. The result is a delightful summer jam that's short on nutritional content.

Cuero Country Opry Thursday Night

Joe Bob — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:33:40 +0000

Come join us Thursday, May 16, 2013, for a live musical show featuring David Boyd and Nikki Vincent at the VFW Hall in Cuero, Texas. A dinner will be catered by Werner’s Restaurant of Shiner, Texas, so come out for some great food, relax and listen to some good music by the Chisholm Trail Swing Band, featuring Eddie [...]

Sheryl Crow Lives Out the Ultimate 'Staycation' in 'Easy' Video

Megan Pacella — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:05:51 +0000

Summer is just around the corner, and most of us are dreaming of beach vacations–except for Sheryl Crow, that is. Crow’s latest hit, ‘Easy,’ sounds like a summer tune, but it’s a country song all about cozying up at home with the object of your affection. Crow starts off the music video for this rootsy, [...]

Port Lavaca Country Opry Tomorrow Night

Joe Bob — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:09:31 +0000

The Port Lavaca Country Opry is tomorrow night at 7pm at the Heritage Center, 2104 W. Austin St. in Port Lavaca. Admission is only $5. Sterling Griffith presents the Port Lavaca Country Opry the second Tuesday of each month. This month features the Opry Band. Please come out and help support your senior citizens. Contact: Sterling [...]

Justin Moore Shows Off His Outlaw Side in 'Point at You' Video

Christina Vinson — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:07:16 +0000

Justin Moore‘s ’Point at You’ video — the clip for the lead single from his forthcoming third studio album — shows off both his wild side and his softer side. At the beginning, the country crooner is shown tossing a bouncy ball around in a bleak jail cell, clad in his cowboy hat and boots. The scene [...]

Craig Campbell, 'Never Regret' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:05:00 +0000

Craig Campbell does a lot of things better than average. He’s a better than average singer who has chosen better than average songs for his new album ‘Never Regret,’ yet somehow, the project ends up feeling rather ordinary. There’s no defining moment that will etch Campbell’s name into the Nashville cement. If anything, the line [...]

Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran Won't Appear in 'Everything Has Changed' Video

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 12 May 2013 12:37:04 +0000

Taylor Swift is set to release 'Everything Has Changed,' her duet with singer and tourmate Ed Sheeran as the next single from 'Red.' As is the case with a new track, there will be an accompanying video -- but surprisingly, neither Swift nor Sheeran will appear in the clip.

Lauren Alaina, 'Barefoot and Buckwild' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Sat, 11 May 2013 15:37:59 +0000

Meet the new Lauren Alaina. With just a few weeks of her senior year of high school remaining, the singer introduces a grown-up new look, grown-up style and grown-up attitude with her latest single, 'Barefoot and Buckwild.' It's especially difficult to find songs that fit when you're short on life experience, so the one-time 'American Idol' runner-up wrote her own ...

Pistol Annies Keep Their Problems Under Wraps in Colorful 'Hush Hush' Video

Christina Vinson — Sat, 11 May 2013 14:07:17 +0000

The women of Pistol Annies are off and running with their new 'Hush Hush' video from their sophomore album, 'Annie Up.' It's worth a watch (or two or three), as the three beautiful bandmates are sassy and slyly funny in the clip. Plus, you may recognize a few of the cast members -- Jim Lauderdale and Brenda Lee make appearances.

Lady Antebellum, 'Golden' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:35:33 +0000

The best moments on Lady Antebellum's fourth album 'Golden' find Charles Kelley or Hillary Scott singing solo, with minimal help from the other on harmonies. There is no shortage of songs that act as features for the two talented vocalists. The evolution of the trio finds them becoming a dual threat super power instead of a two-headed pop-rock-country group.

Joe Nichols, 'Sunny and 75′ – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 10 May 2013 14:03:14 +0000

Joe Nichols‘ voice always has a way of putting one in a trance, and his performance on the new single ‘Sunny and 75′ is no less effective. He’s pure country gold, and when he’s paired with a great song, there are few surer things in Nashville. This is a good song. The arrangement and tempo [...]

Lady Antebellum, 'Goodbye Town' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 09 May 2013 14:05:19 +0000

Charles Kelley's desperation turns to anger by the end of 'Goodbye Town,' the second single from Lady Antebellum's new 'Golden' album. The song finds the trio working their bread and butter: heartbreak and a yearning for love lost. Sonically, this song forges ahead with fresh production, but it's not quite as exciting as the lead single, 'Downtown.'

Pistol Annies, 'Annie Up' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 09 May 2013 11:03:33 +0000

Strong production keeps 'Annie Up' -- the new album from Pistol Annies -- from being something their debut effort certainly was not: boring. The women thrive among thick, bluesy guitars that moan and wail throughout the 12 cuts. It's a throwback sound that fits the trio as well as the daring outfits they've become known for wearing.

Jana Kramer, 'I Hope It Rains' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 May 2013 21:39:23 +0000

'I Hope It Rains' makes three heartbreaks in three singles for Jana Kramer. The new track from her self-titled debut album is more fun than the bittersweet 'Why Ya Wanna' and catchier than her Top 30 hit 'Whiskey.' The singer finds that sweet spot between revenge and psycho and works the vocals into a potential hit.