Hall Worthy: The Modern Era (2019 Edition) March 24, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 5 Not much movement on our Modern Era list, as only one new entry join a ballot dominated up top by New Traditionalists overdue for induction.
Hall Worthy: The Veteran Era (2019 Edition) March 24, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 6 Our look at who belongs in the Hall of Fame is updated with both a new artist and a new #1.
Country Music Hall of Fame Class of 2019: Brooks & Dunn, Ray Stevens, and Jerry Bradley March 19, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 11 This year’s inductees have been announced.
Single Review: Reba McEntire, “Stronger Than the Truth” February 18, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 7 Reba McEntire returns with a sad and lonely record that recalls the best of her classic breakup ballads.
Single Review: Ashley McBryde, “Girl Goin’ Nowhere” February 17, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 4 As perfect an opening track as you can have on a debut album.
Single Review: George Strait, “Every Little Honky Tonk Bar” February 16, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 4 This is way better than any of the drinking songs you’re going to hear on the radio today, and a promising preview of his upcoming studio album.
Single Review: Kacey Musgraves, “Rainbow” February 16, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 9 Fresh off of her Grammy sweep, Kacey Musgraves has serviced one of her strongest singles yet to country radio.
2019 Grammy Winners February 10, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 1 Kacey Musgraves and Brandi Carlile were among the biggest winners at this year’s Grammy Awards.
2019 Grammy Awards: Predictions & Personal Picks February 8, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 2 Here are the predictions and personal picks of three Country Universe writers for the Grammy Awards airing on Sunday, February 10.
Album Review: Linda Ronstadt, Live in Hollywood January 30, 2019 Kevin John Coyne 6 A 1980 live album showcases Linda Ronstadt at the peak of her talent.