Kevin John Coyne

The Best Singles of the Decade, Part Three: #50-#26

May 22, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 5

Tanya Tucker’s stunning comeback makes its presence known, with two of her recent singles featured alongside stellar tracks from fellow legends and a handful of breakthrough singles from then-new artists.

A Conversation with Kim Richey on the 25th Anniversary of Kim Richey

May 16, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 5

In our new Album Anniversary series, Country Universe talks to singer-songwriter Kim Richey on the 25th anniversary of her self-titled debut album.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #600-#591

May 14, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 15

Roy Clark’s finest moment makes an appearance as we inch closer to the halfway mark of the list.

The Best Singles of the Decade, Part Two: #75-#51

May 11, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

Our Best Singles of the Decade list continues with big radio hits and Americana gems.

Single Review: Lori McKenna with Hillary Lindsey and Liz Rose, “When You’re My Age”

May 10, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

What makes Lori McKenna’s music so special is the depth of its gratitude.

Single Review: Tim McGraw, “I Called Mama”

May 10, 2020 Kevin John Coyne 1

Releasing right before mother’s day in the middle of a pandemic, it’s easy to imagine that “I Called Mama” will be one of Tim McGraw’s biggest hits of recent years.