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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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Country & Folk
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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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
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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Country & Folk
Bridging Blues and Country Roots: Inside Episode 15 of The Hook at Austin’s Sagebrush
The modern landscape of independent music is facing an unprecedented series of systemic bottlenecks. Across the globe, grassroots artists, independent…
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Country & Folk
BONUS TRACKS: James Felice’s New Solo Album, Dolly Parton Day and More Roots Music News
James Felice, a foundational creative force behind the critically acclaimed folk-rock ensemble The Felice Brothers, has officially announced the upcoming…
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Country & Folk
The Ultimate September 25 Album Release Radar: Ian Noe, Dallas Burrow, Wade Bowen, and More Lead a Massive Week in Country and Roots Music
Following a pair of high-volume, action-packed release weeks throughout August, the autumn slate for country, Americana, and roots music maintains…
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Country & Folk
The Ultimate Country and Roots Music Release Radar: Essential Albums Dropping on September 25th
Following an exceptionally busy late-summer release schedule throughout August, the country, roots, and Americana music landscape shows no signs of…
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Jazz & Blues
America’s Blues Birthday Party to Transform Lyons Illinois Into a National Hub for Roots Music This September
The Chicago suburb of Lyons, Illinois, is preparing to host a landmark cultural event that promises to bridge the gap…
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Country & Folk
Saving Country Music Top 25 Playlist Update Highlights the Best in Modern Roots and Traditional Sounds for September 2026
In an era where mainstream popular music is increasingly driven by algorithmic curation, generative artificial intelligence, and corporate homogenization, dedicated…
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