"Southern Family" Album Review

     When the Dave Cobb produced compilation Southern Family was first announced, I was expecting an album of Southern songs by a family of artists. This album title was chosen well, however, as both aspects of the title are front and center. The music is distinctly southern. The theme is distinctly family-oriented. This album takes different points of view and explores various aspects of the family dynamic. From the first note to the closing, this album takes you back to your youth and creates an introspective glance at what makes a family. This is what a concept album is supposed to look like.

The 10 Best Albums of 2014

     Writing a great song is no minor feat.  It takes skill, determination, and talent to write a country song that moves people.  It is an even greater feat to write an entire album worth of great songs.  That's what these 10 artists did.  These 10 albums represent the best of country music in 2014.  From throwback records to "metamodern sounds", all facets of country music are covered here. Keep It Country Kids proudly presents the 10 Best Albums of 2014.

The 100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time Part 5: 60-51

     The 100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time continues with Part 5: 60-51.  As we push ahead toward the greatest song of all time, we get to experience some of the best that country music has to offer.  I hope as you make this journey, you see one of your favorite songs, rehear an old classic you may have forgotten about, and, most importantly, you learn some of the greatest songs for the first time.  Keep It Country Kids proudly presents The 100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time Part 5: 60-51.

Miranda Lambert "Platinum" Album Review

     Miranda Lambert is back with the release of her fifth studio album, Platinum. Miranda has been one of the few bright spots in mainstream country over the years. Miranda has had the odds stacked against her in two different ways. As men dominate the charts with songs with all flash and no substance, Miranda is a female with deep, introspective songs and she still has success. Platinum is a big project, with 16 tracks to take in. It has its hit and miss moments, but overall Platinum is another great album from one of country’s most talented artists.

Miranda Lambert "Automatic" Single Review

     Miranda Lambert is back on the radio with her new single "Automatic" from her yet to be titled 5th studio album. Miranda was recently heard dueting with Keith Urban on the big hit "We Were Us", but this is Miranda's first solo single since "All Kinds Of Kinds" last summer. "All Kinds of Kinds" was an excellent single, and Four The Record was a solid album full of great songs. Miranda has a lot to live up to, but she certainly got off on the right foot with "Automatic".

10 Best Songs Of 2013

     Country music is all about three chords and the truth.  While the genre has grown and changed over the years, the whole thing still revolves around a song.  Fame is great, awards are awesome, music videos and tours are cool.. but none of that matters without the song.  Words and chords strung together to help you relate and feel something.  we had some great ones, and here are the ones that 2013 will be remembered for.

Miranda Lambert "All Kinds Of Kinds" Single Review

     Miranda Lambert has released the presumably final single from her stellar album Four The Record.  "All Kinds of Kinds" has been climbing the charts for a few weeks now with no signs of stopping. The album has produced some big songs and some serious award show hardware for Miranda.  So, with the final release, does she send it out with a bang or whimper into her next album?

The Pistol Annies "Annie Up" Album Review

     The Pistol Annies are back for round 2.  The all girl trio of Angaleena Presley, Ashley Monroe, and Miranda Lambert made a lot of noise and got a lot of folks talking with their debut Hell On Heels.   The ladies are back for more sass, more soul, and more straight up country goodness with their follow-up Annie Up.