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Heading to Nashville? Here’s the Best the Record Store Scene Has to Offer

By: The Shotgun Seat Team

Whether you’re building your vinyl collection, just going to browse, or – like at Vinyl Tap – grabbing a beer as well, Nashville’s record store scene has you covered.

Country Music’s New Artist Development Problem, and How It’s Changing

By: Markus Meyer

Country music is emerging from a drought of superstar development into an era of fresh young talent. Here’s a look at how that happened and what it means.

The Kacey Musgraves Story and What It Means for Country Music

By: Markus Meyer

Kacey Musgraves’ most recent Grammy victories may be the start of a new era in country music, and a step towards superstardom for the singer-songwriter.

“Drunk Girl” has been touted as the song our sons need to hear—but what does it really suggest?

By: Annie Dineen

We need to stop seeing “Drunk Girl” as a standard to which our sons and brothers should live. Here’s why.

The Significance of Jason Isbell’s CMA Nomination

By: Markus Meyer

The Country Music Association made a bold statement in nominating Jason Isbell for Album of the Year, and it’s a decision that could have major ramifications going forward.

Want to Own A Piece of One of Your Favorite Songs? You’re In Luck

By: Annie Dineen

With Royalty Exchange, fans can now bid on song royalties, with past auctions including Love & Theft’s “Angel Eyes” and Jake Owen’s “What We Ain’t Got.”

Essay: Changing Distribution Models in Country Music

By: Markus Meyer

Country music has undergone some changes in its distribution models, and numerous different artists have changed routes in terms of how their music reaches an audience.

In Remembrance: Singer/Songwriter Karl Broadie

By: Christina Bosch

Dianna Corcoran remembers her good friend, singer songwriter Karl Broadie by posting a video of a song they co-wrote with Eric Paslay, “Stranger Coming Home”.

The Impact of Award Shows on Country Music’s Trajectory

By: Markus Meyer

The rise of Chris Stapleton has proven something: that award shows such as the CMAs, the ACMs and the Grammys have an impact, and they have a massive influence on country music’s current trajectory.

Florida Georgia Line’s “Confession” Is A Masterpiece of Honesty, Disguised as a ‘Jesus and Jack’ Anthem

By: Annie Dineen

At first listen, Florida Georgia Line’s new single may feel similar to their biggest hits, but “Confession” is a masterpiece of honesty, disguised as a ‘Jesus and Jack’ anthem.

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