You can't be a real fan of the Texas music scene if you aren't familiar with Robert Earl Keen. A member of the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame, Keen's musical influences span many genres and include talented musicians, making his style both interesting and hard wrap in a neat package at the same time. Today, Robert Earl Keen talks to us about his musical influences, the … [Read more...] about Robert Earl Keen Talks Willie Nelson, Tyler Childers & The Texas Music Scene
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Merlefest Day 3 Brings A Tom Petty Tribute & Legendary Collaborations
This was my first year attending Merlefest to cover for the blog. Aside from that, I have only been once, like 13ish years ago. Man, let me tell you, I have been missing out. I can not begin to tell you how much fun I had on the day I did go and I wish that I had been there the entire weekend. I hope to camp out and cover the whole shebang next year! As you can imagine, … [Read more...] about Merlefest Day 3 Brings A Tom Petty Tribute & Legendary Collaborations
MerleFest 2018 Announces Chris Austin Songwriting Contest Winners
Earlier this year I told you about the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest coming to Merlefest. This was a fabulous opportunity for songwriters to get their pieces heard by true legends in the industry like Rodney Crowell. The Merlefest 2018 Chris Austin Songwriting Contest winners were announced yesterday and I have them below for those of you who want to check them out! … [Read more...] about MerleFest 2018 Announces Chris Austin Songwriting Contest Winners
Merlefest On The Road Announces 10 Tour Dates #Merlefest
Who's excited for Merlefest? I definitely am! If you want a taste of Merlefest early, why not check out MerleFest On the Road? They have announced 10 tour dates where you can catch The Way Down Wanderers, The Barefoot Movement and Andy May in venues across Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. Check out the dates and venues below! … [Read more...] about Merlefest On The Road Announces 10 Tour Dates #Merlefest
Old Crow Medicine Show Celebrates 20 Years With New CD
After 20 years together, Old Crow Medicine Show will be releasing their deepest album yet, Volunteer, produced by Dave Cobb, on April 20th. Look for their latest single, "Flicker & Shine" to hit radio later this week on 1/19. You can get a preview of Flicker & Shine here and, in case you missed it, check out our latest interview with Old Crow Medicine Show here. Continue … [Read more...] about Old Crow Medicine Show Celebrates 20 Years With New CD