Articles tagged: Country


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In “Country Song Came On,” Luke Bryan finds escape in the honky-tonk

Although certainly showing a new side of Bryan, “Country Song Came On” is rather consistent with the general traits of more recent country releases. 

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From house to hoedown: Beyoncé takes on country in surprise new singles

Beyoncé’s two new singles, “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” and “16 CARRIAGES,” embody the superstar’s experimental spirit.

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On Higher, Chris Stapleton’s signature sound stays steady

Higher is a solid album, consistent with Stapleton’s well-established reputation in the country music sphere.

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On his self-titled album, establishment-rejecting singer-songwriter Zach Bryan turns inward

Bryan’s second official album is a triumph of authenticity and self-examination in a concise format.

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Critical Voices: Midland, Let it Roll

I’ll start by saying I don’t like country music. I always change the station when I hear it on the radio, and it doesn’t make me want to dance, party,... Read more