The 1970s was a seminal decade for country music, marked by a blend of traditional sounds and innovative styles. This era saw ...

A reflection on the Country Music Association rejecting Beyoncé a second time — and how the loss is ultimately theirs.

However, the fiddle-playing bandleader wouldn’t have made the mark on country music that he did without forming one of the best backing bands in history. More than making music that would go on ...

And when a music-history nerd like me can get his hands on those demos, it’s always a treat—especially when the tunes are as good as what I’ve heard from early-70s country-rock outfit JD ...

Known for his wit, playful melodies, and unforgettable voice, Roger Miller became a fixture of the 1960s, blending honky-tonk ...

“Black people have been in country music for almost 400 years.” But Black country artists are now making history. Virginia native Shaboozey, who is featured on Beyoncé’s album, made ...

Rachael Hood, Senior Editor Music and history lovers can mix and mingle over the exhibits found at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Peruse the plaques dedicated to country music's finest ...