"Big Smo dives into the fascinating story behind Hick-Hop music origins. Country Livin' is all about embracing the wild side ...

While working there, he wrote the book Country Roots: The Origins of Country Music (1976) and a lengthy essay – “Singing Cowboy: An American Dream” – published in a 1978 issue of the journal.

The country music star made that announcement just last week, saying at the time there was a planned 12-show residency at the ...

Bo Burnham, the comedian, scratches my brain in a way most artists can’t. One of my favorite satirical songs he has written is his “Country Song”, that pokes fun at the ways country music artists ...

Explore the history of country music, from its deep roots in ballads, fiddle and banjo tunes, church music, and the blues to the beginnings of its mainstream popularity. Watch country grow in ...