Comments on: Sunday Open Thread: Hits Waiting to Happen

By: Stephen H.

Stephen H. — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 05:00:10 +0000

Big & Rich’s “You Never Stop Loving Somebody” or “Faster than Angels Fly,” although it seems they’re not tapping that album for any more material.

“Oh Love” by Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley.

By: Matt B.

Matt B. — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:47:46 +0000

I’m a bit late to this party but I pride myself on my ability to pick hit songs off of records and this is one of my favorite games to play.

On current records I’d start with
Lady Antebellum’s “I Run To You.” It uses good imagery along with being a good song in a political year (not that it’s a political song).

Listening to Katie Armiger’s new record I was immeadiately impressed by “Unseen.” Written by Whitney Duncan, the song has an immediate hook and could break Katie at radio. If it doesn’t then Duncan should record the record.

Julianne Hough’s “My Hallelujah Song” has hit written over it (beside the hook, Hough sings it well).

One of my favorite tracks on the James Otto record is “Man That I Am.” It’s sultry, sexy, ballad that cements Otto’s status as country music’s new R&B man. Traditional country it’s not. but the hook is immediate.

Those are what I can think of right now…

By: Kent

Kent — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:28:38 +0000

I second the motion of Josh Gracin’s Unbelievable. Either that or Let Me Fall or Invisible. Unbelievable is very simple, but he puts so much emotion into it. I don’t know why I love Let Me Fall so much, but I hope it becomes a single too at some point. And Invisible is so unique, I think people would love it too. But as far as I know they will be pushing for Unbelievable to be the next single.

By: Jordan Stacey

Jordan Stacey — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 05:30:19 +0000

Ok I don’t want to repeat anything already mentioned so I’ll just list a couple that weren’t mentioned.

Phil Vassar’s “My Chevrolet” – Phil needs another hit song and his newest release, “I Would” doesn’t sound like it’s going to do it for him, his album was a little dissapointing but this song is probably his best shot at a hit single. Plus I’m sure Chevrolet would love it.

Josh Gracin’s “Unbelievable (Ann Marie)” – Once “We Weren’t Crazy” has finished it’s run they have to release this song. It’s a beautiful song and it’s probably the best song he’s recorded thus far in his career. Hopefully Lyric Street doesn’t waste this opportunity.

Jewel’s “Anyone But You” – If Jewel want’s to show that she’s taking a serious shot at country music this song would be the best way to show it. It’s one of the most country sounding songs I’ve heard all year.

Jennifer Hanson’s “Love Will Find It’s Way Around” – Jennifer may not ever get back on the charts but this song’s catchy melody should be given a chance to. I’d even settle for someone else singing this one, it just deserves to be heard.

George Strait’s “House Of Cash” – No reason other than to hear Patty Loveless’ voice back on the radio.

Sarah Buxton’s “Crazy Dream” – Two reasons, there’s no reason she’s not already a star. And I want to see a video for this song.

By: Leeann

Leeann — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 02:30:20 +0000

Not only do I think “Just A Dream” is a wonderful song, I am impressed with the emotion that Carrie puts into it. Likewise, I really love LeAnn’s new song as well. I think that her album is underrated.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 01:57:22 +0000

You’re right about that Jake. My mom was hit hard by “Just a Dream”, hearing it a few months after my father died. There wasn’t gunfire at the burial, but she was handed a folded-up flag the same way that it’s described in the song.

By: ugh

ugh — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:59:39 +0000

I saw some stills from the video for JAD and it’s going to be a tear jerker it appears. Shes a bride in it of course sand looks amazing, etc

http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/kcsuckage/jad4.jpg

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http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x300/kcsuckage/jad2.jpg

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By: KathyP

KathyP — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 21:13:06 +0000

OK, I love Trisha’s latest CD. My .02 in addition to “Let the Wind Chase You,” would be “Nothin ’bout Memphis” and “Nothin’ about you is Good for me.” As for non radio singles, “The Dreaming Fields” is so full of sadness and emotion it makes me cry but it would never make it on mainsteam country radio.

By: Dan M.

Dan M. — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 16:48:53 +0000

My choice for Lambert’s next single would be “Dry Town.” Her ballads are great but they’re probably all too low-key to go anywhere at radio. “Guilty in Here” would be great too, but I think it’s too smart for mainstream audiences to latch onto. I would absolutely love to be proven wrong on that, though. Lady Antebellum should absolutely release “Home Is Where The Heart Is” at some point; radio will go bananas over that stuff. And I agree with Trisha releasing “Let The Wind Chase You”; Keith Urban’s presence on it will attract a lot of attention, plus it’s just a great song.

By: LJ

LJ — Sun, 06 Jul 2008 15:47:54 +0000

I realize I’m probably alone in this thought but I totally do not “get” the whole Miranda Lambert craze.
Maria McKee was and is and does that style of material SO much better.
On a list of “best kept secrets that country music totally missed the boat on”, Maria McKee / Lone Justice is definitely at the top.