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Single Review: Keith Urban featuring Carrie Underwood, “The Fighter”

February 14, 2017 Kevin John Coyne 15

The chorus of this record is fantastic.

2017 Grammy Winners

February 12, 2017 Kevin John Coyne 19

Here are the winners of this year’s Grammy Awards, which included Vince Gill, Sarah Jarosz, Joey + Rory, Lori McKenna, Maren Morris, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, and Sturgill Simpson.

Sunday Selections: February 12, 2017

February 12, 2017 Jonathan Keefe 4

On abbreviations.

2017 Grammy Awards: Staff Picks & Predictions

February 11, 2017 Kevin John Coyne 2

In preparation for tomorrow’s award ceremonies, here are the staff picks and predictions for the 2017 Grammy Awards.

Single Review: Reba McEntire, “Back to God”

February 8, 2017 Kevin John Coyne 6

Have you ever heard the story of the Drowning Man?

Single Review: Zac Brown Band, “My Old Man”

February 7, 2017 Kevin John Coyne 3

Intimate and heartfelt, “My Old Man” is a refreshing showcase of the raw talent that Zac Brown has at his disposal.

Single Review: Sam Hunt, “Body Like a Back Road”

February 6, 2017 Kevin John Coyne 10

This song is ridiculous.

Single Review: Bailey Bryan, “Own It”

February 3, 2017 Jonathan Keefe 6

“Own It” is what Kelsea Ballerini hath wrought.

Single Review: Frankie Ballard, “You’ll Accomp’ny Me”

February 2, 2017 Jonathan Keefe 0

A country artist covering Bob Seger? In this case, it’s better in theory than in execution.

Single Review: Old 97s feat. Brandi Carlile, “Good With God”

February 1, 2017 Jonathan Keefe 4

Bring on the hellfire and brimstone: Old 97s and Brandi Carlile are ready.