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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.Continue Reading

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. Continue Reading

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. Continue Reading

“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.Continue Reading

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. Continue Reading

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.”Continue Reading

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.Continue Reading

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”. Continue Reading

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.Continue Reading

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.Continue Reading

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