Country Universe

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Tanya Tucker, “Walking Shoes”

June 14, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 4

Tanya Tucker’s second No. 1 single of 1990 previewed her first studio album of the decade.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Ricky Van Shelton, “I’ve Cried My Last Tear For You”

June 13, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 5

Ricky Van Shelton scores his second No. 1 single of 1990.

A Country Music Conversation: Sirius Top 1000 Country Songs of All Time, #190-#181

June 12, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 7

Ten of the biggest country artists of all time are on this section of the list, an indication that we’re getting closer to the top.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Clint Black, “Walkin’ Away”

June 12, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 7

Killin’ Time keep killin’ it on the charts.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Dan Seals, “Love On Arrival”

June 11, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 7

The first dud of the decade has arrived.

Worth Reading: A Modern Country Music History, Part Five: Returning Home (2014-2016)

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This section perfectly captures why many mainstream country music fans found themselves leaving radio acts behind and fully embracing independent artists.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Travis Tritt, “Help Me Hold On”

June 10, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 7

The Class of 1989’s southern rocker scores his first No. 1 hit.

Single Review: Callista Clark, “It’s ‘Cause I Am”

June 10, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 1

Callista Clark is a talent to keep an eye on, but she’s still developing her craft.

Every #1 Country Single of the Nineties: Lorrie Morgan, “Five Minutes”

June 9, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 7

A second generation country star scores her first No. 1 hit.

Single Review: Old Dominion, “I Was on a Boat That Day”

June 9, 2021 Kevin John Coyne 4

“I Was On a Boat That Day” is a fresh sounding record that makes for an enjoyable listen.