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Single Review Roundup: Vol. 3, No. 11

April 3, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 1

This week’s batch peaks with Kenny Chesney’s finest moment on record.

Single Review Roundup: Vol. 3, No. 3

February 7, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 0

Brei Carter featuring Elektrohorse and Waxahatchee & MJ Lenderman are Best of 2024 contenders.

Single Review: Rascal Flatts, “How They Remember You”

June 28, 2020 Zackary Kephart 0

We’ll remember Rascal Flatts for their legacy more than we will for this one song.

A Country Music Conversation, Day 3: “Best Days of Your Life” to “Blood Red and Goin’ Down”

November 26, 2016 Kevin John Coyne 11

Day 3 features tracks from Kellie Pickler, Gary Allan, Ashley Monroe, Billie Jo Spears, and Tanya Tucker.

Single Review: Josh Turner, “Hometown Girl”

June 5, 2016 Sam Gazdziak 3

In an alternate universe, Josh Turner should be square in the middle of a long string of neo-traditionalist hit songs and albums. His baritone was tailor-made for a country song, more so than just about any other male singer in recent memory.

The Best Singles of 2015, Part Two: #20-#1

December 20, 2015 Jonathan Keefe 15

Our singles list concludes with strong entries from new artists, established superstars, and alternative country stalwarts.

Single Review: Ashley Monroe, “The Blade”

August 26, 2015 Larry Rogowin 19

“The Blade” sets a new standard for breakup songs.

The title track from Ashley Monroe’s terrific new album is built around a brilliant metaphor.

Singing as the jilted lover, Monroe tells her ex, “You caught it by the handle/ And I caught it by the blade.”