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Metal Meets Americana [VIDEOS]
Growing up in North Texas you’re surrounded by two kinds of music, country and metal. I’m still a fan of both and judging by the videos below I’m not the only one. These performers don’t…
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Drive-By Truckers announce new album, English Oceans [VIDEO]
Drive-By Truckers 12th album, “English Oceans” is one of the most anticipated releases of 2014 (March 4 to be exact) Of the album co-lead singer/songwriter and guitarist Mike Cooley says “It can go from this…
Shonna Tucker Unveils Eye Candy
I’m just catching up with ex-Drive-By Truckers bassists and vocalist Shonna Tucker’s new project, Eye Candy. Apparently the word has been out for some time , but somehow it’s been flying under my radar. The…
5 Americana / Roots Bands That Could Play the Superbowl Halftime
I asked my twitter followers what Americana / roots artists they would like to see play the Superbowl halftime show. I got some great suggestions and here are the results. One things sure, it would…
Drive-By Truckers Founder Mike Cooley Readies Solo ” The Fool On Every Corner”
Mike Cooley is a perfect counter to his fellow Drive-By Trucker founder and former roommate Patterson Hood. Cooley’s tales of male rites of passage (Daddy’s Cup) and tales of contemporary Hatfield and McCoys (Where The…
Memorial Day Tribute Playlist
Remember those that gave all. Johnny Cash – Ballad of Ira Hayes Jason Isbell – Dress Blues Drive-By Truckers – The Home Front Ernest Tubb – Soldier’s Last Letter Tom Waits – Soldier’s Things John…
News Round Up: Shonna Tucker leaves Drive-By Truckers
The band member door revolves once again for the Mighty Drive-By Truckers as long-time bassist/vocalist (and ex-Mrs. Isbell) Shonna Tucker posted on the band’s site that’s she’s parting ways with Drive-by Truckers after eight years…
Twang Nation – Holidays at the Ranch Mix -2011
Here’s a little something to stuff your sock, warm your chestnuts and spike your nog. There’s some traditional (Gene Autry – Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer) and the less-so (Drive-By Truckers – Mrs. Claus’ Kimono.) But,…
Veterans Day Americana Mix – For Those That Serve
Aesthetics aren’t the only think that separates mainstream Music City country from it’s rustic yet urbane cousin Americana , there are political themes that differentiate as well. Music City doesn’t have a lock on patriotism…
Six Rounds Spent – El Corazón
Passion, jealousy, betrayal, lying, cheating, drinking, drugging, violence,, reconciliation, repeat…ah love. Here are 6 of my favorites. What are yours? Ridley Bent – Nine Inch Nails [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QU5jxFwEA6U[/youtube] Ryan Adams – Come Pick Me Up [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRnoh86FD2A&feature=related[/youtube]…