Country Universe

Album Review: Shania Twain, The Woman in Me: Diamond Anniversary Edition

October 20, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 2

A landmark album gets an anniversary edition that raises the bar for country music reissues.

Single Review: Cody Johnson & Reba McEntire, “Dear Rodeo”

October 18, 2020 Zackary Kephart 0

“Dear Rodeo” is fairly good, but hardly works as a duet.

Single Review: Gretchen Peters, “The Cruel Mother”

October 18, 2020 Zackary Kephart 0

Longtime fans will already be familiar with Gretchen Peters’ take on “The Cruel Mother,” which remains a quiet highlight in an already impressive discography.

Classic Country Singles: Pam Tillis, “Maybe It Was Memphis”

October 8, 2020 Zackary Kephart 7

It sure felt right to write about this classic country love song.

Single Review: Keith Urban with P!nk, “One Too Many”

October 8, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 7

You’ve heard this song before, but at least they sing it well.

Single Review: Maren Morris, “Better Than We Found It”

October 8, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

Maren Morris doesn’t break new ground with her take on a protest song, but she does a great job showcasing the importance of being an ally.

Single Review: Amanda Shires featuring Jason Isbell, “The Problem”

October 8, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

“The Problem” is a stunning intimate portrait of a woman making a difficult choice, and a man giving her the emotional support that she deserves.

A CU Sweet 16 Celebration: Zackary’s Philosophy

October 3, 2020 Zackary Kephart 1

Zack’s take on Country Universe’s Sweet 16 celebration.

In Memoriam: Mac Davis (1942-2020)

September 30, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 5

Legendary artist and songwriter Mac Davis has passed away at the age of 78.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #440-#431

September 27, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 9

Signature nineties hits from Tracy Lawrence, Collin Raye, and Sawyer Brown brighten up this batch.