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Brent Cobb Finds Exquisite Simplicity in His New Gospel ProjectBrent Cobb Finds Exquisite Simplicity in His New Gospel ProjectFamily, classic country music and a near-death experience all shaped Cobb's newest project, 'And Now Let's Turn to Page...'Carena LiptakCarena Liptak
Album Review: The Lumineers Take a Walk on the 'Brightside'Album Review: The Lumineers Take a Walk on the 'Brightside'Dive into the much-needed optimism of The Lumineers latest record.Natalli AmatoNatalli Amato
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I Traveled 50,000 Miles With Five Country Tunes and Found AmericaI Traveled 50,000 Miles With Five Country Tunes and Found AmericaCountry music always tells a story.Marcus K. DowlingMarcus K. Dowling
The 50 Best Albums and EPs of 2021 from Country, Americana + MoreThe 50 Best Albums and EPs of 2021 from Country, Americana + MoreWhich one is your favorite?Lorie LiebigLorie Liebig
How Vicente Fernández Influenced George Strait to Become the ‘King of Country’How Vicente Fernández Influenced George Strait to Become the ‘King of Country’You may not know him by name, but Vicente Fernández made a lasting impact on George Strait.Marcus K. DowlingMarcus K. Dowling
Blue Rodeo Travel 'Many a Mile' With Their Latest AlbumBlue Rodeo Travel 'Many a Mile' With Their Latest AlbumThe Canadian band tells The Boot about the unique approach they took to complete their new record during the pandemic.Matt WardlawMatt Wardlaw