Revisiting Lucinda Williams' 'Car Wheels on a Gravel Road'
The Boot looks back on Williams' career-defining album.
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Classic Albums Revisited: Shania Twain, 'The Woman In Me'
It made a lasting impact on country music that continues to this day.
The Best Performances at the 2022 Newport Folk Festival
From Maren Morris’ solo debut to Joni Mitchell’s surprise appearance, here are the best things we saw at the 2022 Newport Folk Festival.
The Tie Between Kenny Chesney's 'Everyone She Knows' + Tom Petty
Magic happens when men write complicated women in their songs.
Why Dolly Parton's Iconic 'I Will Always Love You' Endures
On June 8, 1974, Parton's "I Will Always Love You" started its first and only week at No. 1 on the charts.
Rhyan Sinclair Comes of Age on 'Letters to Aliens' [INTERVIEW]
Rhyan Sinclair documents her past decade on the road, and the moments of self reflection found along the way on her new album 'Letters to Aliens.'
Willie Nelson's Luck Reunion Makes a Triumphant Return
After two years of postponements, Willie Nelson welcomed fans back to his Texas ranch.
In Person: Remembering Charley Pride and His Landmark Live Album
Often overlooked in favor of its more famous counterparts, this 1969 live album is an essential piece of country music history.
INTERVIEW: Shovels & Rope Excavate Domestic Demons on 'Manticore'
The Americana duo dug deep into personal experiences for their brand new record.
A Brief History of Black Country Music, From Tee Tot to Breland
Because country music is a descendant of blues and folk music, the Black musical tradition in the genre extends to the 17th century, well before the genre’s established 1920s roots.