Steve Goodman, John Prine, and David Allan Coe told us “mama” is a required topic in the “perfect country-western song.” Musicians must have taken that advice because there is no shortage of songs about mothers. In honor of Mother’s Day, here is just a snapshot of country music’s favorite person, Mama. An Outlaw’s Mama The artists of Outlaw Country had a deep reverence for their mothers, often acknowledging they probably […]

She’s a little bit country, and apparently a little bit rock and roll! Congratulations to Dolly Parton for being voted in as one of the 2022 inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The organization said of the 2022 class: “It's a diverse group of extremely talented individuals and bands who have had a significant impact and influence on rock & roll, the music that connects us all.” […]

Mary Heather Hickman, known for her song "Treasure" (released in February 2021), is our latest choice to be featured in our "Artists to Watch" article. Although born and raised in El Dorado, Arkansas, Mary Heather lived in Frisco, Texas as well as Fayetteville, before moving to Nashville in 2018 to pursue her career in country music. The 26 year old, who has been described as having a "classic country" sound […]