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“What I Would Like To Be in Life”: Unearthed Essay Marty Stuart Wrote as a Child Proves Dreams Come True
Today, Marty Stuart is a legend in the world of country music. From his work with bluegrass greats like Flat and Scruggs to his time in Johnny Cash’s road band to his current position as the bandleader of the Fabulous Superlatives, he has proven himself to be a master of the genre for decades. A recently unearthed childhood essay proves that he’s been working toward his current position for longer than most fans could imagine.
3 of the Most Buzzy Songs on Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Short n’ Sweet’ That Are Sure to Have Fans Talking
Sabrina Carpenter has released yet another buzz-worthy album, Short n’ Sweet. The album takes Carpenter’s retro motif and playful lyrics to the max. The track list is full of noteworthy songs, but there are a select few that will likely have fans talking for a while. Find three of them, below.
The “Old Gal” Willie Nelson Considers His All-Time Best Friend: “When Everybody Else Is Against You, She’s Usually There”
When you’ve been around for as long as Willie Nelson has, you’re liable to meet countless friends, acquaintances, bandmates, and even enemies, but Nelson only calls one person in his life his all-time best friend. Just when you thought the country star couldn’t get more wholesome, it gets better.
The Experimental Pop Musician Who Livestreamed Her Life 24 Hours a Day for 12 Years
When the internet first became more commercialized and accessible to the general public in the 1990s, there was no blueprint for how to really use it. AOL chatrooms, baby versions of search engines, and a few hours on Pong were commonplace. Eventually, toward the mid to late 1990s, things got...
On This Day in 1967: The Who’s Keith Moon Crashed Into a Pool While Avoiding the Police on His Birthday
The stereotype says the drummers are always the craziest in the band. Even though that might be a blanket statement, a vast amount of evidence proves it true. John Bonham and Ginger Baker are just a few of the drummers who have claimed the title of “craziest band member” due to their antics. However, there is one iconic drummer who seems to take the cake—The Who’s one and only, Keith Moon.
The Inspirational Reason Why Willie Nelson’s Son Lukas Quit Smoking
Willie Nelson quite famously is a big fan of marijuana. The “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” hitmaker has since quit smoking in recent years. He has said the change in habit was due to problems with his breathing and other health issues. Now, he has opted in favor of edibles. He even wrote a cookbook about it! His son, fellow singer/songwriter Lukas Nelson, also quite enjoyed marijuana for a while.
The Heart Classic That Nancy Wilson Had To Convince Ann Wilson To Sing Again
Just because a song is a hit with the crowd doesn’t mean it’s a hit with the band, and such was the case for a Heart classic that Nancy Wilson had to convince her sister and bandmate, Ann Wilson, to sing again. Despite being one of the rock band’s most beloved tracks, the band rarely performed it live after the 1980s.
Watch Intense Music Video for Bryan Adams’ Version of “War Machine,” a Song He Co-wrote for KISS in the 1980s
Bryan Adams will be releasing his own versions of “War Machine” and “Rock and Roll Hell,” two songs he co-wrote for KISS back in the early 1980s, on a limited-edition vinyl single on August 30. In advance of the release, Adams has debuted an intense music video for “War Machine,” which you can check out now at his YouTube channel.
Mötley Crüe Shares Cover of Beastie Boys’ “Fight For Your Right,” Regroup With Producer Bob Rock for New EP, ‘Cancelled,’
Mötley Crüe is returning with three new songs on their new EP Cancelled, out October 4. The EP marks the band’s first new material since their one-off single “The Dirt (Est. 1981)” from The Dirt soundtrack in 2019 and since joining Big Machine Rock in early 2024.
Remember When: Jimmy Page Composed the Score to the Film ‘Death Wish II’
The year 1981 was a difficult one for guitarist Jimmy Page. The previous September his Led Zeppelin bandmate, drummer John “Bonzo” Bonham, passed away after 24 hours of excessive drinking that led to him asphyxiating on his own vomit. In December 1980, the iconic group announced their breakup—they could no longer continue, feeling the emotional pain and internal friction caused by their bandmate’s untimely death. Page, vocalist Robert Plant, and bassist John Paul Jones retreated from the spotlight for a time before indulging in their own individual projects.
St. Vincent Has High Praise for Dave Grohl Collaboration on New Album ‘All Born Screaming’
St. Vincent released her recent album All Born Screaming in April this year, and she included some high-profile collaborations. One of which was Dave Grohl, who played drums on two tracks—”Broken Man” and “Flea.”. Grohl is most known for being the frontman of the Foo Fighters,...
Watch Wynonna Judd Take Crowd to “Southern Church” With Shania Twain and Tanya Tucker for “Man! I Feel Like a Woman!”
Back in 2023, Shania Twain hit the road with her Queen of Me Tour which started just a few months after she released an album with the same name. Besides celebrating new music, the tour featured numerous hit songs that helped Twain gain the name of “Queen of Country Pop.” And with songs like “From This Moment On” and “Any Man of Mine”, the singer entertained fans all over the world as the tour went through the U.S., Canada, and Europe. While helming the massive tour, Twain took a moment during one of her shows to share the stage with Tanya Tucker and Wynonna Judd. Needing a little help performing one of her classic songs, the three proved why they are some of the top females in country music.
Watch Sammy Hagar Battle 114-Degree Heat During Texas Concert
First stepping into the spotlight during the 1970s, Sammy Hagar has more than enough stories about the music industry. Embracing the lifestyle of a rockstar, the singer performed alongside bands like Montrose and the iconic Van Halen. While hitting the road for the Best of All Worlds Tour, the concerts had little to do with Hagar and more to do with the singer honoring Eddie Van Halen, who passed away in October 2020. With the tour running until the end of September, Hager recently traveled to Texas where he entertained fans while battling extreme heat.
Benjamin Tod Releases Western Swing-Inspired Love Song “Satisfied with Your Love” from His Forthcoming Album ‘Shooting Star’
Last month, Benjamin Tod announced his next solo album, Shooting Star. The forthcoming project sees Tod stepping out of his comfort zone and away from the string band or solo acoustic music he has been making for more than a decade both solo and with Lost Dog Street Band. Instead, he wrote each song on the album to reflect a different era of country music. Today, he shared the track “Satisfied with Your Love,” an ode to his wife, Ashley Mae, and a nod to Western Swing.
The Beatles Song Every Member Struggled to Record
“Because” is undoubtedly one of the simplest Beatles songs–especially when you consider how often they tried to push the envelope musically. This John Lennon penned piece showcased a sweeter side of his writing. The sparse arrangement saved space for his ode to love to shine. While the end result is stunning, it was apparently very difficult to record. Find out why, below.
Watch Jelly Roll Crash NFL Team Meeting, Belt out “Save Me” Duet Featuring Titans Player
With each new news cycle, there seems to be yet another reason to love Jelly Roll. Besides the singer taking over country music, selling millions of albums, and winning numerous awards, he also takes time to help those around him. Although a top name in country music, the star once sat behind bars and struggled to make ends meet. But never losing faith, he eventually turned his life around and now performs in front of thousands. Always willing to share a special moment with fans, Jelly Roll recently stopped by the locker room for the Tennessee Titans for a duet of “Save Me.”
Miranda Lambert Announces Free Show Tonight at Stubb’s B-B-Q in Austin, Texas
Tonight, August 23, Miranda Lambert will be at Stubb’s B-B-Q in Austin, Texas to play a free show to celebrate her tenth studio album. The album, Postcards from Texas, will drop on September 13, but Lambert it getting a head start on the celebrations. She posted about the show on her Instagram, sharing how fans can get free tickets.
“For Sale, Famously Pre-Owned”: Post Malone’s Truck From ‘F-1 Trillion’ Album Cover Spotted in Downtown Nashville
Already having a successful career in music, Post Malone grew an impressive fanbase with hits like “Sunflower” and “Better Now.” While thrilled about the success he created, the singer wanted to expand his career into the world of country music. With such a deep history in music, country has gone through some changes in recent years as stars like Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll dominate the genre. But with the release of F-1 Trillion, it seems fans can’t get enough of Malone’s debut in country music. And wanting to promote his new album, it seems the truck from his album cover is parked in downtown Nashville.
5 Forgotten Top-40 Hits by the Commodores from the Mid-’70s
There is no denying the Commodores’ 1977 self-titled album was a huge success at the time and a harbinger of even bigger things to come. It was their first album to reach the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 and their first to launch a pair of Top-10 singles. In peaking at No. 4, “Easy” became the Commodores’ highest-charting single to date, and the follow-up “Brick House” went to No. 5.
Slashing Southpaws: 5 Left-Handed Guitarists Who Rock(ed) the World
Only 10% of people around the world are left-handed. As a result, it can be hard to find tools for those who are. Gear shifters are always on the right for manual cars. Ledgers and notebooks are made for right-handed people. And guitars—it can be very hard to find one that fits southpaws. That’s why Jimi Hendrix used to just turn his upside down.
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