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A concise history of the Grand Ole Opry and country music with a few insights for currents singers and songwriters on the scene in Nashville, namely Keith Urban.

During a time when more and more music festivals are popping up all across the world, there is one annual music festival that the people of Wilkesboro North Carolina hold near and dear to their heart.

Conway Twitty is a country music legend. Conway Twitty was born Sept 1, 1933 in a small town called Friar Point in Mississippi. Conway Twitty's name at birth was Harold Lloyd Jenkins.

Do you remember listening to Hank Williams and Loretta Lynn? Do you like learning more about your favorite country music stars? If so, you would enjoy visiting the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville.

For those who want to embrace their inner urban cowboy (or cowgirl), there are plenty of ways to jump on the country music bandwagon in the New York City area this month.

Enjoy a diverse selection of music from America and around the world, from folk music to classical favorites. The celebration includes children's performances, dance, and a film festival.

Even though Grand Junction is not well known for it's live music scene, it's not completely void of opportunities.

This is a brief biography of Bob Dylan and his music.

Have you ever had a massage? What's the first thing you noticed?
The sheets, the scents or perhaps the pictures on the wall. Music can make or break a massage.

The music video "A Different World" brings back fond memories of better place and time.

One of the best parts of living in Missoula, Montana is that this city offers a wide range of live music performances throughout the year.

In an Associated Content article, January 2, 2007, Steve Hicks asked, "Why is Christian Music Inferior?" Part of the reason he thinks it is may be his personal taste only. I don't believe Christian music is inferior.

When it comes to buying music in the Greater Wilkes-Barre area, there is no is no shortage of places to trade in your dollars for discs. Or, your discs for dollars for that matter.

A variety of music companies have sold CD's with patriotic music after 9/11/01 when the nation was tied together as one. Some proceeds benefited 9/11 victims.

Grammy-winning country singer Lyle Lovett spent an hour entertaining Americana Music Association Conference attendees with his wit in an interview with Warren Zanes from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Emmylou Harris discussed her 35 years in music at the Americana Music Association's annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

The past year brought country music fans a bumper crop of new performers. Which ones will emerge victorious at the CMT Music Awards?

'80s music. The most maligned musical decade. Dodgy hairdos, tinny synth sounds, arena rock and big hair bands. Here's 10 reasons to fall back in love with the 1980's starting with just one year. 1980.

This free all-day musical event will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2007, in Winder, Georgia. Winder is a city located in Barrow County, between Atlanta and Athens, Georgia.

Reviews of Scenic Byways, Buckskin Stallion, Jett Black, Fade to Bluegrass, Barbara Cue and John Hermann. A rootsy blend of reviews, from acoustic picking to '50s-inspired fare.

For a playlist that's a conversation starter and a mood setter, try playing this mix about 30 minutes into the action. Filled with old favorites and fresh, little-known artists, you'll have songs to please everyone. It is sure to get everyone moving, mingling and dancing!

I can't remember the last album I heard that so seamlessly covered so many genres so well.

Podcasting has become a great way for music lovers to discover new (and not-so-new) music. This aticle profiles five cool music podcasts you can use to download and store tunes on your PC or iPod.

a few of my favorite "relationship" music CDs.

Country Music Hall of Famer Porter Wagoner was diganosed with lung cancer October 15. He died October 28th.

Almost one year since its release, Munly and the Lee Lewis Harlots' self titled CD/DVD sounds just as fresh as the day it hit the shelves, but to define it as simply a 'classic' would be to discredit the effort altogether.

Most people don't look past Dylan when considering the history of folk, yet there is a vibrant contemporary folk scene.

Kate Campbell's songs have been permeated by the surroundings and history of her upbringing. She has a lovely, lyrical voice that is a pleasure to listen to, making the pain and suffering in her songs' stories palatable.

Since the mid- 1990's, Todd Snider has consistently been recording and releasing great music. After the release of "East Nashville Skyline" in 2004, the music of Todd Snider has garnered many new fans.

Hollywood based Ur Network Alliance at http://www.urnetworkalliance.com/3.html will begin weekly networking and support group meetings featuring film and show business industry guests. . .

Hollywood based Ur Network Alliance at http://www.urnetworkalliance.com/3.html will begin weekly networking and support group meetings featuring film and show business industry guests.

Los Lobos, Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys, and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra are just three of the 20 award-winning acts scheduled to play at the 9th annual Rhythm and Roots Festival, a Labor Day weekend must for lovers of root music and dance.

Neil Young is one of the most eclectic and engaging songwriters of our time, but he can be inconsistent. Here are five of his discs that you definitely shouldn't miss.

Although many national talk radio programs are aired regularly in Hartford,Ct,several very good local talk shows are also offered. Here is a guide that profiles some of the best of them.

With screams of Payola all over the industry and prosecutions to follow, the time is now for the indie artist! Jaci Rae - The Rae of Hope - The Indie Guide to Music, Marketing and Money

This is a music review of folk rock artists Ray Lamontagne and Tristan Prettyman when their tour stopped in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Whether it's a first visit or a return trip, this guide showcases the best attractions in Branson, Missouri.

The softly buzzing culture of NPR listeners is ever-growing and quite loyal. For those needing an introduction to National Public Radio, I have assembled a brief overview of the corporation and a guide to NPR programs that are especially well-executed.

Blue Ash is known for its excellent schools, recreational center, and free, impressive events. Although Independence Day is over, Blue Ash will continue to celebrate the summer of 2007 with festivities throughout the month of August.

We present to you, the "Top 10 Most Interesting Albums of 2006, albeit a biased one.

Some thirty years after "the other side of Nashville" first showed its face with musical artists like R. Stevie Moore, the White Animals, Afrikan Dreamland and Jason and the Nashville Scorchers, the "Athens of the South" is a thriving rock & roll metropolis...

There is still a debate about the portrayal of single moms on Television. Some research into the moral and societal views on their representation on TV shows.

An article discussing the emerging career of folk rock artist Ray Lamontagne.

How do we gauge a president's personality based on the kind of Christmas music he liked? From Washington to Kennedy, here's a look.

For your 4th of July party or barbecue here are some suggestions for your music selection, from patriotic songs to good old rock and roll songs with a 4th of July theme.

You don't have to be a cowboy or six-string slinger to find common ground with music like this...

Take in the largest concentration of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world. Listen to classical music while enjoying a garden. Eat some real Bayou cooking. All this and more in Lakeland, Florida!

People will invade the City of Sparks, NV this Labor Day Weekend to enjoy the splendors of food, arts and craft, music, kid area, and rib judging contests.

Summer music often comes with a sunny disposition, while winter music can be morose. So what comes between? Music that can mix the two elements into a sound that is still often catchy, but more relaxed.

His life tragically cut short, Buddy Holly is celebrated as Lubbock's most famous contribution to American popular culture. Appropriately, Lubbock is home to several tourist sites honoring his brief but influential music career.

An interview with Jonathan Rundman about his music career.

As someone who has been a fan of many styles of music for all of my life, I was very excited about the possibilities brought on by Satellite radio. Once I purchased my first receiver and became a subscriber in May of 2004, I got everything I wanted and much more.

Reviews of recently released bluegrass/newgrass including music by Sam Bush, Darol Anger and Joe Craven.

There is much to do and see in the northern city of Cleveland, Ohio. Full of music, art and creativity, this city has something for everyone. It is not the "Mistake on the Lake", far from it. Here are some ideas of what to do and see while visiting.

A talented multi-instrumentalist, cross-pollinating rambler and a budding songwriter, Tony Furtado is an eclectic musician with a knack for mining musical gold from the American folk tradition while also incorporating the best of contemporary pop and rock

British TV personality Louis Theroux, son of novelist Paul Theroux, entertains readers with his intelligent documentary on American sub-cultures.

Alt-country icon Jack Ingram has put out a fantastic new release which is sure to please old fans as well as garner him new fans. With one exception, this CD has great tracks from start to finish.

Worlds of Fun has some of the best rides in the country as well as a perfect environment for the thrill-seeking and very young alike. It is the ideal gathering for family and friends. Get some sun, have some fun, and don't forget to hold on....

When I first learned that I would have a two-week fall break that coincided with my friends wedding in San Mateo, CA my first thought was road trip. There is nothing like cruising America's highways. The more distance one travels, the more distance one pu

You Will Hear Some Finely Crafted Guitar Work

Complete with water-war parade, vendor booths, mining competition, and fireworks show, small-town Creede, CO, attracts over 10,000 visitors annually to its historic, patriotic, and, frankly, weird Fourth of July. Hint: Stick around after the fireworks finale.

Nick Schurk offers his opinion on the year's best albums.

After an emotional meltdown and doubts about the direction of his career, Nashville singer/songwriter Tommy Womack comes back with the best album of his career.

You can find unique July 4th celebrations around the globe in many different countries. The holiday isn't limited to the United States! Here are some events taking place in Europe...

The production and musicianship on this recording is nothing short of impeccable

Personal narative about a loving father's three day experience with his son's band.

An in-depth look at gang phenomena and the descontruction of myths concerning its ethnic origins

Ken Burns has done it again. "The War", a 14-hour PBS documentary airing over the next two weeks, is a unique, up-close-and-personal look at the world's most horrific global conflict.

In 1986 the BoDeans released their first album to critical acclaim but poor sales. This album has stood the test of time and deserves a listen.

At My Age is a deceptively charismatic album. Upon the first spin or two, it seems somewhat unremarkable, failing to immediately grab your ears. With repeated listens, however, the album reluctantly uncovers its secrets and reveals its charms.

This article reviews the Rock-Ola Cafe of Newport News, Virginia.

The traditional ice cream social is the classic summer party. Independence day is the perfect time to host one and anyone can pull it off with these guidelines.

Marino Makes You Think About The World You Live In

With its popular downtown area under mired in construction for over a year, Lee's Summit has been sorely in need of a celebration. That need will be filled in July with the inaugural, free to the public community event called Strotherfest

Some long forgotten musicals and plays that had long runs on Broadway

Celebrating the 4th of July in New York City, home of Lady Liberty herself, is always a memorable experience and there are a number of places to catch fireworks and celebrate Independence Day the New York way.

As the concept of winter actually begins settle in, many remember their favorite road trips from last summer. Others plan their summer road trips for 2007.

City of Angels. Home of the Stars. La La Land. With its cultural enclaves, temperate weather and movie star glitz, Los Angeles is unlike any other city. From Santa Monica to Downtown and up to Hollywood, it's easy for anyone to get lost in this jungle.

A review of the movie Lady of Burlesque

This article lists 10 movies to watch on the 4th of July. Plot summaries and reasons why these movies are suitabe for the holiday are given.

Thinking about taking a vacation? Don't know where to go? Allow this review of the Barcelo Bavaro Beach Resort in Punta Cana to sway your mind.

Like most of Prince George's County, Hyattsville is only beginning to notice its own "gorgeousness." Visit now, while it's still a bargain hunter's happy hunting ground.

Bar None Records releases another stellar indie debut of former Ben Folds Five drummer forms own band.

It Tells Feelings And Stories In Very Simple Language

Every road trip needs music. Here are some suggestions country music fans will love.

My Life Is A Country Song, is the 4th Album from Capitol Nashville Crooner Chris Cagle.....and quite frankly, I'm likin' his vibe. Check out why I might be a Caglehead...

The stereotype is that country songs are about drinking and losing a wife. Country music is far more than that. There are songs about country music, too!

Jessica Simpson uses Country Thunder Festival to launch a career in country music. Fand who know country music when they see it....didn't see it and let Simpson know.

Trace Adkins is to me just about what country music should be! He is good looking, all man, wears a cowboy hat and he seems to have a great humor which is obvious by listening to his music.

There are three main country radio stations in the Dallas area of Texas. All three of them have specific classifications and cater to a different audience. After listening to these stations since the 1990s, I decided to submit a review of them.

Charley Pride is one of the most enduring country music artists in the world. Learn how he, an African-American, achieved success in a music genre usually limited to white performers.

Country music songs are increasingly referring to college as part of life's experience, a change from the days when country music meant "a rich man went to college, and a poor man went to work."

I love a good romantic song. And in country music there is tons to choose from so this list is hard for me to put together. I admit that most of the songs are hits and most likely I did leave some very good ones out.

The 41st Annual Country Music Awards will air tonight at 8/7 Central on ABC. Who will walk away as Entertainer of the Year? It will be a man, we know that much.

In an exclusive phone interview, country music legend and superstar Charlie Daniels discusses his views on the music industry as well as his desire to support the United States troops.

C. Michael Gray is an Auto Mechanic by trade and sings country music for a living. He loves to sing and has been doing it now on stage for the world to hear for over ten years.

What was Faith Hill's motivation for her spiteful reaction to Carrie Underwood's win as Female Vocalist of the Year at the 2006 Country Music Awards?

Carrie Underwood makes country music history with her second album, Carnival Ride.

The Wilkinsons? Who are they? Unless you're a country music fan, specifically a Canadian country music fan, it's likely you've not heard of this trio, even though their debut album was released in 1998.