Country
Robert Christgau on Pistol Annies' Sharp 'Interstate Gospel'
The Dean of American Rock Critics reviews the country supergroup's new LP, plus recent records from Becky Warren and Mandy Barnett.
No Man Has a Voice Like Colter Wall
The country music wunderkind speaks on his new album 'Songs of the Plains,' 11 tracks of vintage country and heartbroken triumph. Stream it now.
The Marcus King Band's 'Carolina Confessions' Is a Country Music Gut-Punch
Dave Cobb produced the triumphant record from the 22-year-old's band. Stream it now.
John Prine Has His Eyes on the Afterlife
The 71-year-old country legend speaks on 'The Tree of Forgiveness,' routines, being practical, Phil Spector, scientists, Pluto, daydreaming, smoking cigarettes, God, and more.
Robert Christgau on Amanda Shires's Powers of Observation
The Dean of American Rock Critics reviews Shires's 'To The Sunset,' 'Lori McKenna's 'The Tree,' Sarah Shook & The Disarmers' 'Years,' and Ashley Monroe's 'Sparrow.'
Robert Christgau on Three Cutting, Politically Minded Records
The Dean of American Rock Critics reviews Chicago Farmer's 'Quarter Past Tonight,' AD The Voice's 'Maxi-Single,' and American Aquarium's 'Things Change.'
Sam Morrow's Cynical Joy Finds LA Country at Its Best
On his third LP, the rising LA country star is taking more chances and giving fewer fucks. Watch the premiere of his "Quick Fix" video below.
Quit Your Job, Buy Something Sparkly, and Watch Kacey Musgraves's "High Horse" Video
Karaoke! Sequins! Disco!
Male Justin Timberlake Fans, Are You Also Men of the Woods?
We asked a bunch of guys in the line for a Timberlake gig about the most manly things they've ever done.
This Country Tune About Not Dying in Floods Is the Real Song of the Summer
The National Weather Service of America wants you to know that you should "Turn Around Don't Drown" in this alarmingly catchy and terrifyingly dystopian new ad.
Sheryl Crow and St. Vincent Are Anti-Bastard on "Wouldn't Want to Be Like You"
Annie Clark's style works well behind Crow's half-rapped verses. You'll just have to set aside your hope for a more obtuse St. Vincent for a while.
Watch Kacey Musgraves and Harry Styles Cover Shania Twain
The pair performed "You're Still The One" from 1997's 'Come On Over' at Madison Square Garden.