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Your Take: Undiscovered Talent
In this digital age, it’s easier than ever for artists to build a following online without even so much as stepping outside of their front doors. However, on the flip side of that coin, the sheer number of MySpace, DIY and indie label entertainers can make for a mind-boggling pool of talent to wade through [...]
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The Discovery Aspect Of Blogs: Recommend An Artist
One particularly valuable aspect of music blogs is the discovery aspect in which both authors and commenters on the blog have the ability to introduce new and worthwhile music to the audience. That aspect coupled with the power of a trusted recommendation from a respected critic or a commenter whose tastes align with your own [...]
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Mailbag: How Can I Get More Than A Memory?
What artist is switching to country music?
Snoop Dogg apparently has an Everlast country song on his new album, Jessica Simpson is from Texas and therefore undeniably country, and Bon Jovi and the Eagles tried on a pair of country music boots last year–so tell me, which artists aren’t switching to country music? – Brody
And most [...]Continue reading "Mailbag: How Can I Get More Than A Memory?"
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Mailbag: Name Of Man Who Sing Traditional Country Music?
What should Josh Turner’s new single be?
Barring any shakeups at the label, his next single will be “Another Try” from Everything is Fine – Jim
Why was Faith Hill not at the 41st CMA Awards?
Her and her hubby, Tim McGraw, where shut out and didn’t receive any nominations, so what’s the point in going and supporting [...]Continue reading "Mailbag: Name Of Man Who Sing Traditional Country Music?"
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Video Of Gary Allan Singing “Long Year”
My aunt showed Jenna, who showed me, a Gary Allan video over on MySpace that was recorded from a televised concert on CMT awhile ago. The song is called “Long Year” and it hasn’t been released on an album yet. This is an old video, but I figured I would post about it anyway. I [...]
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New Feature On The 9513: MySpace Artist of the Week
A new feature that we’ll be introducing to the site, starting today, is MySpace Artist of the Week. One of us will pick an artist, whose music we like and we think you guys will like, from our friend’s list on MySpace and feature them in the section on the right of the page. [...]
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MySpace As a Marketing Tool
American Chronicle has a wonderful article about artists using MySpace to promote themselves. The 9513 has been on MySpace for a little less than half a month and it’s already apparent that artists realize the potential MySpace has as a marketing tool just by the sheer number that have added us.
“I heard from college [...]
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While the voice of country’s future took home this year’s big honor, a legendary voice from country music’s past scored a win for Album Of The Year. Check out the winners in The 9513's 2nd Annual Country Music Awards now!
Josh Turner's fourth album, Haywire, furthers his reputation as one of the leading men in contemporary country, a true, traditional voice in an ever-changing Nashville scene.
Having played on more than 500 albums and toured with artists that range from Hank III to Dolly Parton, Randy Kohrs has become one of the go-to musicians when there’s a need for a resophonic guitar
Sammy Kershaw – “Better Than I Used To Be”
As the title track off his upcoming album, “Better Than I Used to Be” is a straight-up look back on the career of a country music staple.
Emily West Featuring Keith Urban – “Blue Sky” Emily West turns in a gorgeous performance on “Blue Sky,” hitting notes few of her contemporaries can reach.
What does Alan Jackson like on his eggs?
Cheese and corn; he still likes bologna; a load of salsa; hens? Answers to the questions you'd never dream of asking. (
In each and every instance, the best country albums of the past ten years were built on the backs of songs -- stories about you and me from birth to death and stories that paint landscapes rooted in every region of America and beyond. These are the top country albums of the decade.Current Discussion
- Razor X: She sent him letters, Jon! In 1962.
- Paul W Dennis: I agree with Sam, other than to note that while there have been great singers who have had hits with ...
- Vicki: How old is this song? I heard her sing this 2 years ago on the Opry. It's a ...
- Jim Malec: "Keeps her letters in a nightstand." She sent him letters, Jon!
- Leverett Sherrif: Paulaw, Brutal, sir..you heard them when they were first getting started..these young girls have worked extremely hard to get to ...
- sam (sam): I'm just a fan, but as I understand it, both singing and songwriting are essential to making good music. It ...
- Jon: @K, thanks for the further explanation. As near as I can tell, there are at least as many mediocre ...
- K: “I would hope that the legacy of a great singer is rewarded more richly than a great writer.” After reading my ...
- Jon: PS – Its too bad Amie Comeaux wasn’t born years later so she could have been a contestant on American ...
- Joe: Great guilty pleasure. I'll enjoy hearing this on the radio.
