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Worth Reading: Craig Jenkins, “Country Music’s Middle Road” (Vulture, April 2026)

April 9, 2026 Jonathan Keefe 23

A couple of thoughts here after reflecting on this essential piece from the invaluable Craig Jenkins.

Album Review Roundup: Vol. 1, No. 43

November 17, 2025 Jonathan Keefe 1

A solid, if not a remarkable week.

2025 Grammy Awards: Predictions & Personal Picks

February 1, 2025 Jonathan Keefe 4

Here’s who will win, and who should win, at this year’s Grammy Awards.

2024 CMA Awards: Picks & Predictions

November 20, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 0

In which we try to hazard a guess about voting trends.
In November 2024.

CMA Flashback: Single of the Year (2024 Edition)

November 20, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 0

Here’s a look back at the previous winners for CMA Single of the Year, along with a look at this year’s nominees.

CMA Flashback: Album of the Year (2024 Edition)

November 20, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 0

Here are all of the nominees and winners for CMA Album of the Year, starting with a look at this year’s contenders and stretching back to the first ceremony in 1967.

CMA Flashback: Female Vocalist of the Year (2024 Edition)

November 16, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 4

Our CMA Flashback series continues with a look at Female Vocalist of the Year.

CMA Flashback: Horizon Award and New Artist (2024 Edition)

November 12, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 0

The complete history of the CMA award for Horizon/New Artist, including a look at this year’s nominees.

Bluesky Bullet Points: October 27, 2024

October 27, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 0

Liv Greene and Amythyst Kiah lead this week’s new releases.

2024 CMA Awards: Full List of Nominees

September 9, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 4

Mainstream country music is steadily improving, and it’s reflected in the nominees for this year’s CMA Awards.