Kevin John Coyne

Album Review: Rhiannon Giddens, Freedom Highway

June 2, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 4

The more ambitious a concept album is, the more impressive it is when it succeeds.

Single Review: Dolly Parton, “When Life is Good Again”

May 30, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 6

Dolly Parton taps into her bottomless reservoir of decency and empathy.

Single Review: Martina McBride, “Girls Like Me”

May 30, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 3

Songwriting by committee. For real.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #580-#571

May 26, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 8

Zack joins the conversation as we work our way through the next ten entries of this purgatory of a list.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #590-#581

May 23, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 10

Weak early efforts from great artists weigh down this section of the list.

The Best Singles of the Decade, Part Three: #50-#26

May 22, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 5

Tanya Tucker’s stunning comeback makes its presence known, with two of her recent singles featured alongside stellar tracks from fellow legends and a handful of breakthrough singles from then-new artists.

A Conversation with Kim Richey on the 25th Anniversary of Kim Richey

May 16, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 5

In our new Album Anniversary series, Country Universe talks to singer-songwriter Kim Richey on the 25th anniversary of her self-titled debut album.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #600-#591

May 14, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 15

Roy Clark’s finest moment makes an appearance as we inch closer to the halfway mark of the list.

The Best Singles of the Decade, Part Two: #75-#51

May 11, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

Our Best Singles of the Decade list continues with big radio hits and Americana gems.

Single Review: Lori McKenna with Hillary Lindsey and Liz Rose, “When You’re My Age”

May 10, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

What makes Lori McKenna’s music so special is the depth of its gratitude.