Annie Parnell is a music and pop culture writer based in Richmond, Virginia. Her writing and reporting has appeared in PopMatters, We Are The Mutants, Country Queer, and WTJU.
Annie Parnell
Remembering Karen Dalton: A Musician On Her Own Terms
Although details about Karen Dalton’s life are difficult to come by, she had an unquestionable impact on the musical landscape of the 1960s and 70s.
![‘I Wanted to Be Honest’ — H.C. McEntire Explores ‘Every Acre’ With New Album [INTERVIEW]](http://townsquare.media/site/623/files/2023/01/attachment-h-c-mcentire-every-acre-interview.jpg?w=980&q=75)
‘I Wanted to Be Honest’ — H.C. McEntire Explores ‘Every Acre’ With New Album [INTERVIEW]
McEntire's latest album examines grief and loss through earnest, alt-country storytelling.
10 Great Albums You Might Have Missed in 2022
As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to explore these hidden gems.
Inaugural Earl Scruggs Music Festival Announced for 2022
After delays due to COVID-19, the first ever Earl Scruggs Music Festival is finally set for its debut.
Randy Travis Re-Releasing ‘An Old Time Christmas’ With New Songs
'An Old Time Christmas (Deluxe Edition)' will feature never-before-heard tracks.
![Chris Stapleton, Tom Morello Team Up to Fight ‘The War Inside’ [Listen]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/04/chris-stapleton-lyrics-maggies-song.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Chris Stapleton, Tom Morello Team Up to Fight ‘The War Inside’ [Listen]
The roots-rock epic is a compelling anthem that illustrates the pain of dealing with isolation and mental health struggles.
![Luke Bryan’s New Single, ‘Up,’ Feels Like Home [Listen]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/09/attachment-luke-bryan-911-tribute.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Luke Bryan’s New Single, ‘Up,’ Feels Like Home [Listen]
"It talks about what I love and what’s dear to me," the country superstar says.
Garth Brooks’ Dive Bar Tour Will Return in 2021
He'll still be on the road for fans to enjoy, despite the pandemic.
Dolly Parton Wins First Emmy Award for Netflix Christmas Movie
Parton won as an executive producer of the film 'Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square'.
Hear Sturgill Simpson and Willie Nelson’s New Collaboration, ‘Juanita’
"Juanita" is featured on Simpson's new concept album, 'The Ballad of Dood and Juanita'.
![Brothers Osborne’s ‘I’m Not for Everyone’ Video Features Leslie Jordan’s Sweet Dance Moves [Watch]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/08/attachment-brothers-osborne-leslie-jordan-video.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Brothers Osborne’s ‘I’m Not for Everyone’ Video Features Leslie Jordan’s Sweet Dance Moves [Watch]
The music video is an uplifting testament to celebrating individuality while also coming together.
![Maren Morris ‘Lights Up’ the Crowd With New Stoner Anthem on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ [Watch]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/08/attachment-MarenMorris-e1629228007656.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Maren Morris ‘Lights Up’ the Crowd With New Stoner Anthem on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ [Watch]
“Let’s light up legally — from the purple hazy mountains, from sea to THC,” Morris' new stoner anthem concludes.