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Lyrics to the Masters' Theme Song are Beyond Terrible

Joe Student — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 16:20:55 +0000

With its winner receiving a gaudy green jacket that wouldn’t be out of place at a retirement home, the Masters is hardly a beacon of contemporary taste. Golf’s most revered championship takes place this weekend in Augusta, Ga. If you watch it, you’ll undoubtedly hear the majestic Masters’ theme song in the video above. Yes, [...]

New Songs on the Radio – April 2013

Billy Dukes — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:00:41 +0000

The big stars are out for awards season. New songs on the radio for April 2013 made their debut at the ACM Awards on April 7. Hunter Hayes and Luke Bryan were two singers to introduce new music, while Blake Shelton played his new one for the first time at the Las Vegas awards show.

Scotty McCreery, 'See You Tonight' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:30:28 +0000

Scotty McCreery makes his songwriting debut on 'See You Tonight,' a mid-tempo love song that finds the 19-year-old not settling for a phone call or some distant "I love you" from the girl who holds his heart. It's the start of a new chapter for McCreery -- one that's much more important than his last.

Hunter Hayes, 'I Want Crazy' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:00:52 +0000

In his new song 'I Want Crazy.' Hunter Hayes doesn't soar like Ronnie Dunn or croon like Chris Young. His vocal performance is an exercise in diction -- and memory. Simply put, he packs a ton of words into a tight space without straining or slurring one idea into another. It's not easy.

Blake Shelton, 'Boys 'Round Here' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 22:10:44 +0000

There is comedy in Blake Shelton singing with Pistol Annies, as he does on his new single 'Boys 'Round Here.' One imagines a country Hugh Hefner surrounded by his beauties. In real life, the Annies likely (very likely) don't attend to his every need and agree with him at all costs, but they do on this song, and it's absolutely charming.

Thompson Square, 'Just Feels Good' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:00:55 +0000

The best songs on Thompson Square's new album 'Just Feels Good' sound like a conversation between the two married lovers. Early on, their back-and-forth is light and playful. Later ballads take a more somber tone, but all that find the 'If I Didn't Have You' singers sharing lead are highlights from the duo's sophomore project.

Blake Shelton, 'Based on a True Story …' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 13:00:16 +0000

Women who already think Blake Shelton singing is the sexiest thing since Johnny Castle pulled Baby from the corner may want to take the rest of the week off. The best moments on 'Based on a True Story ...' sizzle, and not in that ironic "bow-chicka-wow-wow" sort of way that's occasionally implied with this singer's sense of humor. Songs like 'Mine Would Be You' are safe to put on any red wine and candles soundtrack. Guys, you can thank Shelton via his Twitter account, if you'd like.

Lady Antebellum Reveal New Details, Track Listing for 'Golden'

Christina Vinson — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:03:14 +0000

Lady Antebellum is going for the gold with their highly-anticipated fourth studio album, embracing change and risk while staying true to their perfectly harmonized sound. They've revealed even more details on 'Golden,' including the track listing and what fans can expect from their new record.

James Wesley, 'Thank a Farmer' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:00:27 +0000

James Wesley has a real feel for the life and struggles of the blue-collar American. His new song 'Thank a Farmer' is similar to his previous Top 30 hit 'Real' in its honest, no-nonsense approach. The worst thing a singer can do with a song like either of these is come off as contrived. Wesley is a long way away from being accused of that.

Kacey Musgraves, 'Blowin' Smoke' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:00:19 +0000

The magic of many of the songs on Kacey Musgraves‘ debut album — including her new single ‘Blowin’ Smoke’ — is in the little details. ‘Merry Go ‘Round’ thrived in efficient specificity. The follow-up is equally effective in its portrayal of a life waiting tables. Of course, the waitress Musgraves plays on this song is [...]