Country Universe

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, “Fishin’ in the Dark”

May 22, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 5

A timeless hit gets its time at the top.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Hank Williams, Jr., “Born to Boogie”

May 21, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 7

One of the best of Jr.’s many autobiographical songs, and his final No. 1 single to date.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Dan Seals, “Three Time Loser”

May 20, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 4

Now this is a bop.

Bluesky Bullet Points: May 19, 2024

May 19, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 2

The Mavericks lead the week with what might be their best album yet.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Exile, “She’s Too Good to Be True”

May 19, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 4

Exile pulls a fifth hit from their 1985 album.

Supersized Single Review Roundup: Vol. 3, No. 17

May 17, 2024 Jonathan Keefe 2

Six excellent singles are featured this week, including a stunner from Reba McEntire.

2024 ACM Winners

May 16, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 7

Here is a complete list of winners from the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards, led by Lainey Wilson and Chris Stapleton, who each won multiple major awards.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Ronnie Milsap & Kenny Rogers, “Make No Mistake, She’s Mine”

May 16, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 4

Two legends embarrass themselves.

2024 Academy of Country Music Awards: Predictions & Personal Picks

May 15, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 0

Here’s who we think will win and who we’re rooting for at this year’s ACM Awards.

Every #1 Country Single of the Eighties: Ronnie Milsap, “Snap Your Fingers”

May 14, 2024 Kevin John Coyne 3

Ronnie Milsap continues to dominate at country radio,