Zackary Kephart

Single Review: Chris Stapleton, “Starting Over”

August 30, 2020 Zackary Kephart 2

“Starting Over” signals an underwhelming return for Chris Stapleton.

Album Review: Karen Jonas, The Southwest Sky and Other Dreams

August 27, 2020 Zackary Kephart 1

The Southwest Sky and Other Dreams offers a sharp refinement to Karen Jonas’ scope and writing that’s among her best yet.

Album Review Roundup: Kree Harrison, Tim McGraw, and Josh Turner

August 26, 2020 Zackary Kephart 6

Kree Harrison delivers a solid sophomore release, Tim McGraw makes his return with a bloated effort, and Josh Turner releases a labor of love in this roundup post.

Yesterday’s Songs: August 20, 1997

August 20, 2020 Zackary Kephart 5

We revive an old Country Universe favorite by looking at the top songs on this date in 1997.

Album Review Roundup: Arlo McKinley, Eric Paslay, and Gretchen Peters

August 20, 2020 Zackary Kephart 1

Arlo McKinley lives up to expectations, Eric Paslay suffers from a sophomore slump, and Gretchen Peters honors Mickey Newbury.

Album Review Roundup: Caylee Hammack, Orville Peck, and Mo Pitney

August 18, 2020 Zackary Kephart 5

Caylee Hammack releases a solid debut, Orville Peck inches closer to greatness and Mo Pitney suffers from a sophomore slump.

Single Review Roundup: Miranda Lambert, Darius Rucker, and Clay Walker

August 16, 2020 Zackary Kephart 5

Miranda Lambert releases the followup to “Bluebird,” Darius Rucker offers escapism, and Clay Walker returns.

Favorite Songs by Favorite Artists: Gary Allan

August 10, 2020 Zackary Kephart 10

They’re only the best Gary Allan songs I ever had.

Album Review: Luke Bryan, Born Here, Live Here, Die Here

August 10, 2020 Zackary Kephart 0

Luke Bryan’s latest is a small step in the right direction, though it could all be for naught.

Album Review: Daniel Donato, A Young Man’s Country

August 10, 2020 Zackary Kephart 1

is a solid first step in crafting Daniel Donato’s cosmic-country sound.