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New Music Video for 'All in the Same Boat' Featuring Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin and Joe Diffie

Jude Walker — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:15:53 +0000

Acadiana's own Sammy Kershaw has teamed up with Aaron Tippin and Joe Diffie for a few years now doing the Roots & Boots tour. And for a while now it's been rumored that those boys would be recording some music together.

Taylor Swift and B.o.B. Battle Pesky Creatures to Shoot New 'Both of Us' Video

Megan Pacella — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 07:00:45 +0000

Taylor Swift is no stranger to collaborating with artists of all genres. In addition to working with Justin Bieber, the Civil Wars, and others, Swift recently laid down vocal tracks for rapper B.o.B.’s newest single, ‘Both of Us.’ Last week, B.o.B. made the trek to Swift’s home state of Tennessee to film a music video for the song. While he claims to have enjoyed his time down south, both the rapper and his country counterpart encountered some obstacles during the shoot.

Jana Kramer, 'Why Ya Wanna' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 04:00:05 +0000

It’s almost as if Jana Kramer‘s ‘Why Ya Wanna’ lyrics were written especially for her, as she has said many times that she has lived every single word of the song. But at the time it was penned, songwriters Ashley Gorley, Catt Gravitt and Chris DeStefano were just getting together for their first tiple co-write to see what kind of magic they could create next.

Kenny Chesney Lets Fans Hear Entire 'Welcome to the Fishbowl' Album

Megan Pacella — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 09:40:39 +0000

You’ll have to wait until tomorrow (June 19) to buy Kenny Chesney‘s latest album, ‘Welcome to the Fishbowl,’ but if you’ve been dying to hear the award-winning singer’s 12 new tracks, you’re in luck. Chesney has made the entire disc available for streaming online. Eleven tracks are available for an exclusive listen at the album’s [...]

Faith Hill Strikes Balance Between Country and Soul on New Album

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:00:01 +0000

It’s been almost seven years since the Faith Hill released a studio album of original material, and the superstar admits she is as anxious as the fans to get the new music heard. Recently she talked to reporters about the upcoming project’s direction.

Josh Turner Credits Ricky Skaggs, John Anderson + God For Songs on 'Punching Bag'

Billy Dukes — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:20:25 +0000

Josh Turner didn’t plan on creating his most traditional album to date. It just sort of happened. The singer recently told Taste of Country that there was no agenda when he began recording, but the men he worked with ultimately shaped his fifth studio album. And of course, the Big Man had his say.

Alan Jackson's 'Thirty Miles West' Debuts at No. 1 on Country Albums Chart

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 09:00:38 +0000

This week is shaping up to be a pretty decent one in the lives and careers of Alan Jackson and newcomer Jana Kramer. Both of their brand new albums hit stores last Tuesday, and now the charts are in. Jackson’s ‘Thirty Miles West’ knocked Carrie Underwood‘s ‘Blown Away’ out of the No. 1 slot, while Kramer’s self-titled project comes in at No. 5, according to Nielsen SoundScan.

Dustin Lynch, 'Cowboys and Angels' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 02:15:06 +0000

When Dustin Lynch had his first co-write with Tim Nichols and Josh Leo, he had no idea the day would result in ‘Cowboys and Angels’ lyrics — ultimately his new single. The stars lined up that day, and a hit was born. “I wrote this song two years ago,” Lynch tells Taste of Country. “It [...]

Kenny Chesney, 'Come Over' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 09:00:09 +0000

The writing session that led to Kenny Chesney‘s new single was a bit unusual, but once the ‘Come Over’ lyrics started falling into place, the song’s three writers — Sam Hunt, Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne – all knew they were on the right path to knocking it way out of the park.

Alan Jackson, 'Thirty Miles West' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 09:55:01 +0000

There’s a song on Alan Jackson‘s ‘Thirty Miles West’ album that could be the title-track. Actually, ‘Nothin’ Fancy’ could be the title-track for his entire career. This isn’t the best song on the project — one gets lost in the long, sleepy melody — but it’s a message that speaks to why we love this country legend.

Trace Adkins, 'Them Lips (On Mine)' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 01:30:38 +0000

Perhaps this was the song Trace Adkins was recording naked? The big man has become quite a sex symbol for women over a certain age, and his new song ‘Them Lips (On Mine)’ is sure to stir their pots. Adkins avoids lyrical euphemisms, but underscores his steamy message with suggestive guitar licks and his trademark growl.

Miranda Lambert, 'Fastest Girl in Town' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 23:00:30 +0000

Every once in awhile, an artist like Miranda Lambert needs to remind the country music community what crazy looks like. All this talk of marriage, babies and puppy dogs could have left some (unwisely) wondering if Nashville’s most explosive firecracker had settled into life as a domestic diva. ‘Fastest Girl in Town’ is Lambert breathing fire again.

Zac Brown Band, 'The Wind' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 14:30:01 +0000

If heartbreak was as much fun as the Zac Brown Band‘s new single ‘The Wind,’ then divorce lawyers would be as common as fry cooks at McDonald’s. The first single from the band’s upcoming ‘Uncaged’ album is as close as the country jamband has ever come to recreating their concerts on the radio.

Craig Morgan, 'Corn Star' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 31 May 2012 03:30:38 +0000

Craig Morgan is winning the battle to be country music’s most agriculturally minded singer, but his latest single may leave farmers hiding behind their tractors. The singer has pushed against the cheese boundary before, but with ‘Corn Star’ he joins Trace Adkins (‘Brown Chicken Brown Cow,’ anybody?) in embracing jokes that make eyes roll so hard that the price of Tylenol goes up.

Big and Rich, 'That's Why I Pray' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Thu, 24 May 2012 00:30:02 +0000

With the exception of their submission to the ‘Footloose’ soundtrack, Big and Rich have just released their first new single since 2007. Both members of the duo have found some success as solo artists, but ‘That’s Why I Pray’ serves as a reminder of how much Big Kenny Alphin and John Rich need each other.

Do Ya Dig? First Listen to New Faith Hill [Audio/Poll]

Jude Walker — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:54:17 +0000

Faith Hill will debut a new song tonight on the CMA Awards called "Come Home". It'll be the first time she's performed on the show since 2006.

Luckily for you, the wait is over. We've got a sneak peek right here for you.

New Feature: Do Ya Dig?

Jude Walker — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 11:45:22 +0000

We’re introducing a brand new website feature called “Do Ya Dig”? Real simple, we’ll let you listen to a super new song that we just got our little paws on and give you a first listen to it. Then let us know if it’s something you would want to hear on 97.3 The Dawg. Our [...]

Check Out New Music From Local Musician Joel Martin

Jude Walker — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:13:33 +0000

My buddy Tony Ardoin (River Road) called me up the other day to tell me about some new music from local musician Joel Martin. Tony is playing guitar for Joel so he gets to see up close the talent that this 23-year-old has to offer. And boy is this guy good! The songs he sent me are from a forthcoming new cd that Joel's still working on. I believe this will be his third studio album.