
Have you always thought there was something special about 80s and 90s country music that you've never been able to put your finger on? Why does this music stand out? Well, let's don our cowboy hats, adjust our oversized belt buckles, tease that hair, and see if we can get the bottom of it, by picking apart one song at a time.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic Commentary | |||

1982 finally takes us to legendary hitmaker Conway Twitty's cover of the Pointer Sisters' "Slow Hand". Twitty was never shy about mature topics, and this one is no exception, but how does the change in perspective from the original serve to amplify t... more
1981 takes us to a time when reigning Entertainer of the Year Barbara Mandrell needed to remind us that she had stayed true to her roots. And if you don't believe her, just ask guest vocalist George Jones, as he supports Mandrell in one of her signat... more
For our milestone 100th episode, we take on a song and singer both of whom are in the conversation for Greatest of All-time. And it's no coincidence: in "He Stopped Loving Her Today", the sheer weight of Bobby Braddock & Curly Putman's composition, s... more
Daryle Singletary lets life happen to him in this mid-90s gem: 1995's "I Let Her Lie". No one can deny the Randy Travis influence in the vocals, but how does the fruit of that influence align with the passive lyrics and common chord progression, to g... more
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Oh, my childhood heart is so here for this podcast! Love it all - the throwbacks and the deep musical dive. Only request would be more historical context on some of the stories/songs. Either way, 10 outta 10!
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The content focuses on dissecting iconic songs from the 80s and 90s country music scene, exploring their lyrical themes, musical composition, and cultural significance. Through detailed analysis, each episode seeks to understand why these tracks have left a lasting impression on listeners and how they reflect the sociocultural landscape of their time. Notably, the discussions often delve into the artistic evolution of various artists, making connections between their work and broader trends in country music while celebrating the nostalgia associated with these classic hits .
This podcast is likely to appeal to fans of country music, particularly those with a fondness for the rich storytelling and emotional depth typically found in the genr... more
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