Roy Acuff – Country Universe

Identity Through Imaging

September 10, 2020 Zackary Kephart 7

An essay on how visual representation has shaped country music.

100 Greatest Women, #82: Melba Montgomery

April 11, 2018 Kevin John Coyne 1

A traditionalist for the ages, Melba Montgomery’s career as a singer and songwriter spans several decades.

Artist Spotlight: Barry Zito

February 28, 2017 Sam Gazdziak 4

The latest crossover into country music comes by way of Barry Zito, the Cy Young Award-winning pitcher for the Oakland A’s and San Francisco Giants.

Sunday Selections: November 20, 2016

November 20, 2016 Jonathan Keefe 9

The Weight (of These Wings) Is A Gift.

100 Greatest Men: #26. Roy Acuff

June 1, 2014 Kevin John Coyne 3

100 Greatest Men: The Complete List Roy Acuff is responsible for not only some of the genre’s foundational recordings, but for helping to put Nashville on the map as a star of the Grand Ole

100 Greatest Men: #58. Carl Smith

April 6, 2012 Kevin John Coyne 4

100 Greatest Men: The Complete List

One of the most successful country stars of the 1950’s, Carl Smith is as well known today for his famous relatives as for his legendary music.

Discussion: Kennedy Center Honors

December 7, 2008 Kevin John Coyne 28

Since 1978, the Kennedy Center Honors have recognized outstanding contributions to the cultural arts. Presented by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, each year’s honorees attend a ceremony at the White House,