Why Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton’s “Love Is Strange” Still Feels So Effortless
Some duets are impressive because of their vocal power. Others succeed because the singers blend so perfectly that their individual…
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Carrie Underwood’s Rock Moment May Be More Than a Detour
Nobody knows yet whether Carrie Underwood is headed for rock—but she keeps giving people reasons to wonder. This past weekend,…
Who Remembers Alan Jackson’s “Gone Crazy”?
Few artists shaped 1990s country music as decisively as Alan Jackson. With his traditional sound, plainspoken songwriting, and unmistakable Georgia…
Ella Langley is a true talent, and you can hear it.
In country music, talent may get you noticed—but professionalism, persistence, and hard work are what build a lasting career. Ella…
Ella Langley Leads Country Music’s VMA Moment With Four Nominations
The VMAs have spent decades celebrating pop, hip-hop, rock, and alternative music. But this year, country music is no longer…
Dolly Parton’s Nonpolitical Legacy: Why She Belonged to Everyone
Dolly Parton’s career has unfolded at the intersection of entertainment, culture, business, and public life. As a singer, songwriter, actress,…
Brantley Gilbert’s Las Vegas Acoustic Show Is More Than a Concert—It’s a Promise to Kyle Busch
On September 30, Las Vegas will gather for a night of music, memory, and purpose. Brantley Gilbert will perform an…
Dolly Parton’s “Cup of Ambition” Coffee Brings a Famous 9 to 5 Line to Life
Dolly Parton has spent decades turning big ideas into songs, stories, businesses, and charitable projects. Now, she has transformed one…
Kelly Clarkson Going Barefoot on The Voice Was More Than a Style Choice
When Kelly Clarkson kicked off her shoes before taking the stage on The Voice, it looked like a spontaneous moment….
Why “Islands in the Stream” Still Belongs in Every Music Lover’s Heart
About 43 years ago, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers released “Islands in the Stream,” a country-pop duet that quickly became…