carriekins
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Post by carriekins on Aug 20, 2013 12:56:18 GMT -5
Luke Bryan is right......but you involved "T-Pain" in your latest single....I wouldn't be talking. Exactly. While I would probably put Luke more on the country side of things, he really doesn't have much room to talk. And as for Tom Petty's comments... was he really that far off? No. Frankly if I were a current country male chasing the current radio trends I'd be more offended by Tom Roland's article in last night's billboard country update... but I'd only be offended because I'd given into the trend and was getting called out on it. I can only hope the frat-boy-country bubble is getting close to bursting.
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Post by onebuffalo on Aug 20, 2013 16:03:00 GMT -5
George Strait. Just sayin'.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2013 5:09:09 GMT -5
George Strait. Just sayin'. Yeah, him and Alan, but radio has grabbed them by the arm and is ushering them out the door as we speak... Anyway, I'm fine with what Tom Petty said too. I think a lot of the lazy songwriting especially needs to be called out. I'm fine with a little rock and pop in my country music as well but when those sounds make up 95% of the radio playlists, then something is seriously wrong. And it's even worse when the songwriting is so bad, which I find to be especially the case with frat boy country. As for Luke...yeah, he really has no room to talk. Putting a banjo into "That's My Kind Of Night" doesn't turn it into a country song. And singing about tailgates and catfish doesn't make it country either. It's just funny that Luke would say that about Taylor. The females of the genre seem to be labeled as country-pop a lot quicker than the males are labeled country-rock or country-pop and I don't think that's fair. Taylor's on her 4th album and it's not a very country-ish project, but who can say that about Luke Bryan and HIS 4th album? It's mostly party music, at least to my ears. And somehow, that became a sub-genre of country..
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Post by MusicRules on Aug 21, 2013 9:33:56 GMT -5
I think Tom Petty spoke the truth. The truth used to be something the country music genre valued.
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Post by Ten Pound Hammer on Aug 21, 2013 10:03:17 GMT -5
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Post by StrongerThanTheTruth on Aug 21, 2013 10:13:43 GMT -5
Dolly is doing a live stream right now talking about expansion to Dollywood. She did quickly add in that she has finished recording her new album and said it will be out either this fall or early next year.
She also said starting tomorrow she will be filming a Lifetime movie at Dollywood and she has written some songs for it and said it will air around christmas time.
Finally she touched on touring, with the new album she'll be touring in the North America, Europe, and Australia..
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2013 12:56:51 GMT -5
@garyallan #ItAintTheWiskey that is killing us! It's waiting for the new single - Team GA Retweet if you like it. ht.ly/o8mGI
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Post by slowmo on Aug 21, 2013 19:48:38 GMT -5
That's just a slightly misleading title on that link. lol They just called off the big wedding and are eloping instead. People
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Post by Deleted on Aug 21, 2013 20:10:06 GMT -5
It is an interesting article, but I don't really feel like the genre itself is shifting. I think the music that country radio plays is shifting, and as a result I think pop/rock/party music has basically overtaken country radio. If no one was making the more traditional type stuff, then sure, I might say that the genre is shifting...but I do think that the music started shifting (ie, the music that the popular radio stars are making), and so this new 'modern country' has completely taken over the airwaves. This new style of country music has gotten very popular with consumers, many of which are younger OR are people who grew up listening to rock music. So radio is seeing the popularity of so many of these pop/rock artists (most of which are barely country) and they are playing that music in an effort to bring in all those fans, and it's working. But I think it's coming at the expense of traditional country music and its fans. I understand that radio can't play everything and everyone but there is a serious lack of traditional country on the airwaves right now. I agree that not too many artists are making that kind of music (some still are though), but I'd guess that that's because Nashville just isn't generating those types of story songs very much anymore, and most labels and new artists are seeing the commercial success that the format's current standard-bearers are having, and so that's what they chase after.
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Post by rjz on Aug 22, 2013 6:38:29 GMT -5
"Anyway, I'm fine with what Tom Petty said too. I think a lot of the lazy songwriting especially needs to be called out. I'm fine with a little rock and pop in my country music as well but when those sounds make up 95% of the radio playlists, then something is seriously wrong. And it's even worse when the songwriting is so bad, which I find to be especially the case with frat boy country."
I agree 100%. I guess I am one of those guilty parties who didn't grow up listening to any country beyond rock with country influences (Eagles, the Charlie Daniels they played on Rock Stations) or some classic Cash/Patsy Cline so I'm one of those listeners they have reeled in with the overall rockier sound in today's country music.
But I have always appreciated the songwriting/story telling in country, even when I wasn't a big fan- and that seems to be especially lacking these days. I guess I have never been a Luke fan, but I agree that ever since Do I he has had a preponderance of party/getting it on songs that are tiresome so I think he shouldn't be throwing stones. It could also be argued that FGL took Luke's success with his thematic song elements and instead of infusing them with the poppy element Luke does added a rockier more uptempo feel and voila~success!
Just an outsider's view :)
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Post by fe_lipeoliveira on Aug 22, 2013 7:59:40 GMT -5
But I have always appreciated the songwriting/story telling in country, even when I wasn't a big fan- and that seems to be especially lacking these days. I was thinking exactly the same thing just yesterday. I know Danielle Bradbery's The Heart Of Dixie isn't a masterpiece but I don't remember when was the last time I heard a storytelling single. (Then someone comes and points out a lot of recent singles with storytelling lol)
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Post by Kanenrá:ke on Aug 25, 2013 14:00:07 GMT -5
Random Video Of The Day!
Arists: Mike Walker Title: "Honey Do" Album: "Mike Walker" Peak: #42 Release Date: 2001 Writers: Al Anderson, Kent Blazy & Jeffrey Steele Label: DreamWorks Nashville Director: David Abbott
About The Artist: Mike Walker is an American country music artist. Signed to DreamWorks Nashville in 2001, he released his self-titled debut album that year. This album produced his only chart single in "Honey Do", which peaked at number 42 on the Billboard country charts. He also toured with Brooks & Dunn after the release of his album,[1] although its second through fifth singles all failed to chart. Included on the album were covers of Rodney Crowell's 1990 single "What Kind of Love", Billy "Crash" Craddock's 1974 single "Rub It In", and T. Graham Brown's 1999 single "Memphis Women and Chicken". Gary Allan also recorded the song "See If I Care" on his album of the same name, and "Honey Do" was originally recorded by Keith Harling on his 1999 album Bring It On. In the late 2000s, Walker began performing in Branson, Missouri.
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Post by rsmatto on Aug 26, 2013 11:14:56 GMT -5
Lucy Hale from "Pretty Little Liars" is signed to DMG Nashville/Bigger Picture. DMG stands for Disney Music Group and the singer has been working with Mark Bright on the project. Disney's back with a Nashville label (but partnering with Bigger Picture for radio promotion, etc.). This will be interesting to see what happens with charts, if radio will take to another TV actress or not...
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Post by avalyn on Aug 26, 2013 11:18:35 GMT -5
^ She has worked quite a bit with Kristian Bush. He co-wrote several songs and mentored her through the writing/recording process as well as co-produced and did backing vocals on a track or two. They both tweeted about it, it's been mentioned in several interviews and it's been posted as well on Kristian's publishing company/studio site. He also brought her to the CMA's last year as a guest and did the press line with her talking about the project. Also I saw on Keepin' It Country Blog that Lucy has plans to do an extensive radio tour to promote the new single this fall. I haven't found a more secure source yet like a press release, etc.
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Post by rsmatto on Aug 26, 2013 11:40:15 GMT -5
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Post by avalyn on Aug 26, 2013 11:52:39 GMT -5
I don't think he was ever the full co-producer. Just for the songs he did backing on or so they said at the time he did it. I think the songs he did backing on were his co-writes with her. I'm curious to see what her sound is like and everything considering how hard he pushed her and her country career for the last year since he started working with her.
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Post by rsmatto on Aug 26, 2013 12:16:45 GMT -5
I don't think he was ever the full co-producer. Just for the songs he did backing on or so they said at the time he did it. I think the songs he did backing on were his co-writes with her. I'm curious to see what her sound is like and everything considering how hard he pushed her and her country career for the last year since he started working with her. Take a listen to Carrie Undewood's records and also Sara Evans new CD and you likely have an idea with Mark Bright producing what it's going to sound like. It WILL be interesting. I'm interested to see what DMG Nashville does after her too. I can't imagine they're just going into this just with one artist. wouldn't make any sense.
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Post by renee75 on Aug 26, 2013 17:46:41 GMT -5
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Post by someguy on Aug 26, 2013 23:18:51 GMT -5
Thanks for posting that. I'm still not convinced that a new album is ever coming, but that does sound promising.
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Post by evan93 on Aug 27, 2013 9:45:41 GMT -5
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Post by justme60 on Aug 27, 2013 18:25:24 GMT -5
Sweetest story ever!! Thanks for posting it. Blinking back the tears. :'(
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Post by renee75 on Aug 27, 2013 18:48:29 GMT -5
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Post by countryfan4life on Aug 28, 2013 8:18:12 GMT -5
Doesn't matter if you like Luke Bryan or not, this video is one the cutest thing I have every watched. There's also another video where he says he's going to give her a record deal.
Also I'm quite tired of people referring to country music today as "frat boy" and pretty much implying that people who listen to it do not know what good music is. I'm sure some of you were very upset when Blake Shelton made those comments about the people who listen to traditional country music, but let me ask you, how are those comments any different than the comments people are making now about current country music? I am the furthest thing from a party girl, but not only do I love a good meaningful country song that tells a story, but I also like the feel good, fun country songs that make you want to dance. There is room for both and there are stations that play both. I'm pretty sure my local station even has a segment dedicated to mostly 80s/90s country music. Another thing for those of you that are saying that Luke Bryan's new album is all party songs, should listen again. "That's My Kind of Night," "Beer In The Headlights" and "Out Like That" are the only songs I would consider party, and unless I'm hearing or counting wrong that's 3 out of 13/17 songs (depending on edition), not even half the album. Also Luke's new album has probably 2 maybe 3 songs that I would say lean more to the pop side, where as Taylor Swift only has 3 songs that would even be considered country, I would say Luke has a lot more room to talk.
One more thing after hearing all of the garbage that went on at the VMAs Sunday night I am so glad I listen to country music. You wouldn't see behavior like that on a country music awards show, at least I hope we don't. While some may put their foot in their mouths from time to time, at least for the most part, country singers have a lot more class and respect.
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Post by Dustin J. on Aug 28, 2013 11:46:31 GMT -5
SOURCE: www.billboard.com/articles/columns/the-615/5672731/kip-moore-begins-work-on-intense-second-albumKip Moore Begins Work on 'Intense' Second AlbumThe past couple of years have seen plenty of things for Kip Moore to write home about. He has enjoyed success with three straight hits, "Something 'Bout A Truck," "Beer Money," and his latest "Hey, Pretty Girl." Moore and his label, MCA Nashville, celebrated his success this past week during a party at Nashville's Flying Saucer. In addressing the media, Moore said one of the most gratifying parts of his success was getting to share the spotlight with his friends, such as Dan Couch, who co-wrote the song. "The best thing about it is that I get to share it with a guy who believed in me so much, and I him," the Georgia native reflected. "He didn't have a publishing deal when we wrote this song, and then some offers came in. He chose to stay strong, and keep all of his publishing. I learned so much from him on how to treat people," said the singer. Moore was excited to announce that he would soon have his sophomore album ready. "We're going in to finish the record this week. Now, we're just trying to figure out what we want to come with first," he said. He said moving on to another album brought about a multitude of emotions, but it's time. "It makes me sad – kind of – because there's so many songs that I love on this record," he confided, "but it's time to jump on it. I've been sitting on a new body of work that I'm itching for people to hear." Look for contributions from many of the songwriters from his debut – especially Couch. "We've got about four tracks on the album right now. That's not going to change. We've got a brotherhood. I don't care how much success grows, or how many writers come at me from different angles, we'll always be on these records together." He did say the new disc would be from a different perspective than his debut. After all, he reasons he's got more to write about. "The first album was a very nostalgic, looking back – type record. At that point, I was drawing on the past – all the things I've been through. With the new record, my life has changed, and I'm seeing things that I have never seen, it's more in the present. It's much more intense – sonically and lyrically," he admits. Is there pressure to make sure his second album is as full of hits as his first effort? You better believe it, he says. "Before, there was nothing to measure me up to. Now, with the success of the first album, there's a bar to measure. There will be some that will want to attack it. But, it's going to be such a different record. You can't please everybody, and I never will be able to." Moore says that the studio experience is something that he relishes. "I love that part of it. I'm very much hands on. I think through all the parts, and hear them in my head. That's the fun part for me – where I get to cut loose and have a good time. It's stressful, but is also a big relief for me. I thrive on that part of the game." The singer has been opening for Toby Keith this year, and will soon kick off a leg on Lady Antebellum's "Take Me Downtown" tour. With the upcoming announcement of the CMA Awards nominees on September 10, is Moore thinking about possibly being nominated for a category or two? "I'm not allowing myself to think one bit about that," he says. "There are things that are out of your control, and there's nothing I can do about it. If I get nominated, that's awesome. If I don't, I'll be ok. I can't let that determine my happiness or my self-worth in this business. For me, it's all about the fans, playing the shows, and carrying the people around you who have always believed in you."
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Post by Ten Pound Hammer on Aug 28, 2013 21:17:30 GMT -5
Anyone know why EMI hasn't done anything else with Kelliegh Bannen yet? She hasn't had a second single, and the one she did have had literally ZERO promotion. It's still like she doesn't exist.
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Post by someguy on Aug 28, 2013 21:40:50 GMT -5
Is this the same one who had the DUI a little while ago?
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