country-music
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Mark Erelli Drops Surprise Release
There are few words that can elucidate how much this writer enjoys and appreciates the songwriting and musicality of Massachusetts singer-songwriter Mark Erelli. If there’s a Mt. Rushmore of artists, he’s definitely on it. Last week in celebration of America… Continue reading
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Live Review – Vince Gill – Dr. Phillips Center, Orlando, FL – June 18, 2026
Here’s some advice for younger musicians in country music and beyond: if you want a long career, follow and study the career of Vince Gill. Now nearly 70 years old, the Oklahoma native and 22-time Grammy winner kicked off his… Continue reading
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Vince Gill Kicks Off Summer Tour in Orlando, FL
Country music living legend Vince Gill will embark on a three month summer tour beginning June 18 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in Orlando, FL. The tour also finds Gill playing in cities including but not… Continue reading
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Australia’s Anthony Snape Soars to #1 With “Red Dirt Road”
A cool thing happened this week in Australia. Singer-songwriter Anthony Snape, who has never spent a minute with a major label, ascended to number one on the Australian Country Airplay Chart with “Red Dirt Road”, jumping eight places to get… Continue reading
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Dar Williams’ River Roads Music Festival Readies Late June Slate
Since I’m on the topic of concert festivals I wish I’d attend, here’s another: On Saturday June 27, in partnership with WXPN and the Upper Merion Township, Heuser Park in King if Prussia, PA will host Dar William’s fourth annual… Continue reading
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Todd Snider Tribute Concert Set For Later This Month
Last fall the Americana music scene lost one of its heavyweights when Todd Snider passed away. The details surrounding his death remain murky and unpleasant, but his lasting legacy will live on. In an effort to celebrate his three decades… Continue reading
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Brothers Osborne Announce Summer Headlining Dates
Americana / country-rock outfit Brothers Osborne have announced a series of summer headlining dates. The announcement comes with the cheeky kiss-off: “Scalpers kick rocks. We’ll see you out there.” The duo recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough album… Continue reading
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Brooke Moriber’s Nashville in NYC Event Scheduled for Feb. 28
Mrs. Goyo and I just got back from our 10-year wedding celebration in Nashville and as expected there is much to write about. But those posts will come in time. For now take this post as invitation to attend Brooke… Continue reading
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RIP Raul Malo (1965 – 2026)
Lately it feels like this blog is becoming a website for eulogies of fallen greats, but sure enough, that’s exactly what’s happening. This week’s eulogy is for Raul Malo, the magnetic and honey-throated front man for Americana outfit The Mavericks.… Continue reading
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Signature Sounds Signs Colorado Girl-Grass Outfit Big Richard
One of my favorite record labels over the last 20+ years is Northampton, MA’s Signature Sounds. They were the first label to sign Josh Ritter, Mark Erelli (a member of Josh Ritter’s band), Peter Mulvey, Erin McKeown, Richard Shindell, Chris… Continue reading
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