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Country & Folk
Smithsonian Folkways Announces Definitive Vinyl Reissue of Michael Hurley’s Seminal 1964 Debut Album First Songs
The enduring legacy of the late American folk artist Michael Hurley continues to unfold posthumously with the official announcement from…
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Country & Folk
Appalachian Roots Renaissance: Exploring the Earl Scruggs Music Festival and Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Aboard the Modern Americana Circuit
The rich, resonant traditions of American roots music take center stage this week as a pair of premier festivals anchor…
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Tennessee Volunteers navigate transition in game-day traditions following the passing of Dolly Parton
The University of Tennessee football program has spent the early portion of the 2026 college football season balancing the integration…
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Country & Folk
Treaty Oak Revival Pleads With Fans to Stop Throwing Objects After Concert Injuries Highlight Years of Unchecked Crowd Danger
The ongoing safety crisis at concerts featuring the rock-leaning Texas band Treaty Oak Revival reached a critical juncture following a…
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Preserving the Pulse of American Roots Music: The Legacy of Chris Strachwitz and Arhoolie Records
The passing of Chris Strachwitz on May 5, 2023, marked the end of an era for American vernacular music conservation.…
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FRESH TRACK: JP Harris – "Hang Me"
The contemporary roots and Americana music landscape has received a dynamic injection of traditional Appalachian artistry with the release of…
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Stephen Wilson Jr. and Eddie Vedder perform surprise duet of Hunger Strike at Ohana Festival 2026
The 2026 edition of the Ohana Festival in Dana Point, California, served as the backdrop for a significant musical intersection…
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Country & Folk
Preserving the Soul of American Roots Music: The Enduring Legacy of Chris Strachwitz and Arhoolie Records
The passing of Chris Strachwitz on May 5, 2023, marked the end of an era for American vernacular music, closing…
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Country & Folk
The Rise of River Cain and the Algorithmic Illusion: How Fully Autonomous AI Artists Are Exploiting Human Emotion on Social Media
As the year 2026 progresses, the music industry continues to navigate a turbulent technological landscape defined by the rapid integration…
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Bridging Blues and Country Roots: Episode 15 of The Hook Highlights Resilience in Independent Music Amid Digital Industry Shifts
The contemporary landscape of independent music is navigating a period of unprecedented systemic strain. Across the digital ecosystem, infrastructural frameworks…
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