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Country Music Critic
by Country Music Critic
This podcast is the only truth you’ll hear when it comes to country music. If your tried of the crap that they try to sell you, you’ve came to the right place. We will discuss and discover if it’s country royalty or if they just can’t fill the shoes of the greatest. Each week we will go over an artist and sometimes the artist are with us. Ryan- He is the closest thing to a country music Encyclopedia. Jordan- he is your honest country fan, with a taste in music that runs in all Direction.
Episodes
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This Is the End EP135
One last time, we met up this week, to bring the Country Music Critic to its final submission. After much discussion, reflection, and realization we came to the conclusion that we couldn’t give CMC’s supporters the proper effort y’all deserved. We thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for...
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Recap of CMA 2024
Recap of CMA 2024
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#133 This Weeks New Singles
We got together, finally… we have had so much going on, it felt great to get back at it! This week we sat down to discuss the newest singles that had been released. Mostly because we have been too busy to do much research (just being honest). We missed y’all! As I type this I’m dealing with a cut...
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#132 Lainey Wilson’s “Whirlwind “ Review
After short delay, we got together this week to discuss Lainey’s “Whirlwind” album. With award season approaching, we are highlighting nominated artists from now until awards night. Per usual, we touched on personal life and popular recent news stories. Lainey, once again, proved why she is the...
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#131. Red Clay Strays, “Made by These Moments” album review
This week we got together(on time) to listen and discuss the Red Clay Strays new album, “Made By These Moments.” Per usual, we got caught up on our lives and some new topics. Speaking for us, the album is amazing! I love their sound! Thanks, as always, for listening! We love and appreciate you!...
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#130 2024 CMA WINNERS LEAKED
We were finally able to get together this week to do our annual CMA predictions. As always, we discuss life, work, family, and a tad bit everything else. This year we had a listener, Damon, give his picks. Who do y’all think will win? What category do you think will cause the most controversy?...
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#129 We are Back!
Finally…. We were able to get together this week to update everyone on what has been happening and where we have been for so long! Jordan welcomed baby #3 a couple of weeks ago and wanted to make sure things were in order before selfishly taking time away from his family. Ryan and Jordan…
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EP128 Allison Emry & Ryan! Rare Birds
This week, we are thrilled to present a special feature where Ryan reunites with his dear friend Allison Emry after 22 years apart. Despite the long separation, Ryan and Allison instantly rekindled their connection as if no time had passed at all. Allison opens up about her journey as a…
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127. Current Events: Our Favorite Outlaw Songs
We got together this week to discuss our favorite outlaw songs in country music. We started off discussing the assassination attempt, then the terrible National Anthem sang by Ingrid Andress, and then got into our outlaw song choices. To help us out, please Like, Share, Rate, Review, Comment,...
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#126 Turnpike Troubadours
Finally, through the qualms of our daily grind, we had a chance to get together in studio for an artist spotlight. Fresh off Jordan’s concert experience in which Turnpike opened for Zach Bryan, we decided to introduce each other and the fans to the Oklahoma band. Before we could even get the the...
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125. Fathers & Sons: Luke Combs’ newest album review.
We were finally able to get together through all of the good and bad that life has laid on us lately. We start off with a long catch-up session. After discussing life we, eventually, listened to the “Fathers & Sons” album song by song. What do you think about it? It’s good to be back! Thanks for...
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#123 Koe Wetzel + Randy Travis + FGL
#123 Koe Wetzel + Randy Travis + FGL
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#122 Oliver Anthony: Hymnal Of A Troubled Man’s Mind. Review
We sat down to review the much anticipated debut album from Oliver Anthony. The viral artist took his signature sound, distinct subject matter, and his captivating tone and constructed a beautiful masterpiece. Oliver proves again, he is playing a different game, as he reads Bible verses in…
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120. 2024 ACM Award Predictions
It’s that time again! Award show prediction time… Next up, 2024 ACMs. We sat down to go through our thoughts on the direction that the ACMs will lean for this year’s ceremony. We stayed closer to on topic in this episode than any other in the history of the show, I believe. Who do you think will...
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119. Fool Us 3 Times…Shame on Morgan Wallen
We rushed to sit down to discuss the most recent example of how some people never learn. We discussed the timeline of Wallen’s troubles, the details of the current escapade, and the potential future backlash. What do y’all think will come of this most recent display? Thanks as always for…
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118. New Music & UK Rant
After a short turn around from the last episode we got together to listen to a few new releases. Jordan gets to follow up on the Kentucky basketball drama, goes on a rant that explains a lot of the frustration. It was relatively short episode but productive. We will be getting back to artist...
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117. Kacey Musgraves “Deeper Well” Album Review
We were finally able to get together to discuss “Deeper Well.” The newest release from Kacey Musgraves. As always, we get caught up on our lives. We talk about work, the state of Kentucky basketball, among other things. Then, song by song, we listened to the album. Our listening suggestions: find…
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116. We’re Official!
We come to you this week with exciting news! I won’t spoil it here… we discuss current events, new songs, and also attempt to process our big news. Goals in life are important, so when you reach one it should be celebrated! Thank you all for being there for us! We love you! Please remember to…
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115. Catching Up and Reflection
We FINALLY got together again! After sickness, travel, work, and sadly death…. We found time to meet in studio. We discuss our lives(highs and lows), and catch each other and all of you up on what has been going on. Prayers to Ryan’s family for their loss and the grieving process. Thanks, as...
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114. Toby Keith: Remembering a Legend
This week we decided to get together early due to the recent passing of icon, Toby Keith. We cover a small piece of his rise to superstardom, as well as, small details/stories that helped mold him into the Hall of Famer that he turned out to be. We want to send his loved ones our heartfelt...
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The Avett Brothers
After delay, we were able to get together so Jordan could introduce the CMC family to the Avett Brothers. The North Carolina based, four piece band has been around for over twenty years. This country adjacent band is relatively unknown by most country music fans, it’s time to change that! If you...
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Zach Williams
Through inclement weather, sickness, busy lives, etc. we were finally able to sit down together and discuss a different style of artist. Zach Williams is a gospel singer from Arkansas. He overcame many personal battles through Christ and now spreads his testimony through his beautiful music. Due…
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Grand Ole Opry: A Historical Glance at Country Music’s City Hall
We were able to get together through all of life’s obstacles. We tried a new type of episode this week and discussed the history and a few statistics of the Grand Ole Opry. Started prior to World War II, the Opry has been the most constant staple of the genre. As always, we discussed our lives…
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Conway Twitty
On our last episode of the year, we got together to discuss one of the greatest “ladies men” in country music history, Conway Twitty. We got into the normal randomness before getting to our spotlighted artist. We got to share a very special sound clip sent from a member of our CMC family that…
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Zach Top & Random Country Music Thoughts
This week we, after delay, got together and Ryan surprised Jordan with an up and coming artist! He chose an artist on the Sunnyside…. Washington, where Zach Top was raised. A man with Zach’s look and voice seems like a combination Nashville has seen before, but we’ve never seen a talent like…
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Warren Zeiders
This week we got together to discuss Warren Zeiders. Turns out, Hershey, PA produces more than chocolate! After only really being in the game for two years, Warren has found a way to enter millions of ears through social media and his albums. We discuss his come up and play a few of his biggest...
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Tanya Tucker
This week we got together to discuss the talent-filled songstress that started her career at the ripe old age of 13, Tanya Tucker. Before getting into the meat of our spotlight we discuss Ryan’s attendance of Garth Brooks’ opening night performance at his bar. We covered the rest of our week’s...
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Chris Stapleton “Higher” Album Review
After a slight delay, we sat down to break down the new Stapleton album, “Higher.” After discussing our personal lives, we introduced the song of the week. It was the much anticipated Bradley Gaskin release, “Accidentally Drunk.” What do you think of the new song? We heard from a few fans, as…
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57th CMA Awards Recap
We finally were able to to get together to recap the CMA Awards. (Spoiler alert: they are contemplating a name change to the LWA- Lainey Wilson Awards!) we discussed our trip to see Alexandra Kay, Bradley Gaskin’s release date(November 17th), and life in general. We sorted through the highs and...
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Jelly Roll
Through sickness, work, and all the other things life throws us… we, finally, got in studio this weekend to discuss Jelly Roll. After discussing our week, we tried a new format. We introduced Jason DeFord/ AKA Jelly Roll’s humble beginnings while simultaneously reviewing his album “Whitsitt...
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Pilgrimage Festival Review… finally! Plus, our first ever call-in! Bradley Gaskin does story time!
We finally got back together in spite of our busy schedules. The plan was Pilgrimage Festival review and then an album review. All bets were off when Bradley Gaskin graced us with a phone call. Bradley told us a story about a moment at the Grand Ole Opry that included Vince Gill. We had a…
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Artist Spotlight Allison Emry
This week, Ryan & Jordan met up with one of Ryan’s longtime acquaintances the lovely Ms Allison Emry! Allison is a singer/songwriter in the heart of Nashville. Jordan drops lines hoping to have a chance to write a song! Allison let’s us hear her new song “Just Like You” You can find Allison’s…
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Episode: 100-A; Ryan’s Grandmother In Studio
We came together early this week to revisit and complete part of our 100th episode. Paying homage to Ryan’s early obsession with country music, we decided to bring his Grandmother to get her side of that time period and also learn about her own love for music, as well as, an insight on the world,...
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2023 CMA Awards: Nominations and Predictions
We got together early this week to give our crystal ball views on the upcoming 2023 CMA Awards. Per usual, we show a glimpse into our crazy lives. We share our new found connection with Parker McCollum, discuss Jordan’s weird sleep issues, and touch on the joys of Ryan’s raising of his...
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Tyler Childers’ “Rustin’ In The Rain” Album Review
We met up to discuss the week’s happenings and to review Tyler’s new album. We started off discussing the Parker McCollum concert that Ryan attended with his daughter. Jackson Dean had our song of the week with “Fearless.” We then got into Tyler’s new album. With only 7 songs, we were able to…
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Zach Bryan Album Review; Plus, we discuss Bradley Gaskin’s showcase.
As we inch, ever so close, to episode 100 we find ourselves dealing with technical issues. How do we cope, you ask? We cover(and re-cover) the new Zach Bryan album review. We couldn’t have chosen something more enjoyable, to be honest. The recently arrested artist has done it again! Before we get...
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Charles Wesley Godwin: The Mountaineer Musician
This week we get together to discuss the unmistakable sounds of Charles Wesley Godwin. From Morgantown, WV to stadiums across the country opening for Zach Bryan, Godwin has been on a steady rise since releasing his debut album “Seneca.” With 2 albums under his belt and one on the way, this...
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30 Songs/ 30 Years Old: Top 30 from 1993
After delay and much distraction we meet, in studio, to go through the top 30 list from 1993. Before the countdown(count-up in our case) we discussed a few important topics. Craig Morgan reenlisting in the Army Reserves (Thank you for your service), a few shoutouts, and the new song/video from...
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“Little Songs” by Colter Wall: Album Review
We finally were able to get together after a longer than usual hiatus. As always, we venture off topic quite a few times… once we got started on Colter, his music/vibe took over. His voice has evolved into this smooth, controlled, gruff instrument that is so deep it can smooth your soul. Unlike...
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Breaking News… Country Music in Mainstream Media
We met up ahead of schedule to discuss the issues that have gone viral. We discussed Jason Aldean’s music video, “Try that in a small Town.” We also broke down Miranda Lambert’s outburst that brought her performance to a halt. Thanks for reaching out! Y’all know how to help us, when you reach out...
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CMC goes to Jail!! 4th of July episode.
We got together this week to celebrate Independence Day, to memorialize a couple lost friends, and to play our clips from our trip to jail. Kevin(Ryan) lost two friends this past, one of which an alumni of the show, Jesse Craine. Thoughts and Prayers go out to the families and friends of those…
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The One that Got Away: Podcast Debacle
We got together this week hoping to cover a country band that is known and loved by all…. But upon arrival at the studio, we realized all research had gone missing. Instead of hanging our heads and leaving the studio without content, we sat down and talked about life, randomness, and Dolly…
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THE OUTLAW SIDE OF CHRIS JANSON
We got together this week to review the highly anticipated Chris Janson album, “Outlaw Side of Me.” Before getting to the album, we listen to a few new releases from other artists and we talked about a few personal life experiences. This album is(no surprise here) a COUNTRY MUSIC MASTERPIECE! It...
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Riley Green
We get together this week, after our trip to CMAfest(fanfare), to talk about Riley Green. The Alabama native has overcame so much to get to the level he is at! Delayed by the pandemic, Riley has released a few singles that have amassed millions of plays. What is your favorite Riley Green song?…
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Charley Crockett: Authenticity Defined
We got together this week to discuss the man from Waco himself, Mr. Charley Crockett. Without covering it all, we followed his journey from train jumping, busking, and just going wherever the wind took him all the way to present day, touring and entertaining the masses. I hope y’all enjoy getting...
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Pam Tillis
This week we discuss the great Pam Tillis. Daughter of country icon, Mel Tillis, Pam’s career was anything but easy. It wasn’t until her late 30’s when she was able to break through as a star. Pam was another female product and victim of 90’s country music. She made her mark on thousands of fans...
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Miller Holler’s Pat Pollifrone
Ryan and I take a stroll through Miller Holler this week, as we interview frontman, Pat Pollifrone. Virginia native and TikTok extraordinaire Pollifrone, joins us on the phone to discuss the band, the industry, projects, and reality television. Per usual, we go down some random, unsuspected...
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2023 ACM Awards Recap p.s. Happy Mothers Day!
We get together this week to recap this years ACM awards that took place on Thursday night. As usual, we competed against one another to see who could predict the chaos. Ryan has won the last 2 awards shows, will he continue on his hot streak? We get mildly heated discussing a couple of…
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Spring Has Bloomed. New released songs reviewed.
Winter heartache has brought on Spring song releases. We sat down this week to listen to a variety of new releases. Artists like Chris Janson, Josh Quimby, Zach Bryan, Pink, Megan Moroney, etc…. The future of country music, although scary at times, is in very good hands. These young artists are...
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Joshua Quimby; A name to remember.
This week we got together after a little delay to discuss an up and coming artist out of Connecticut(not every day you hear that). Josh Quimby is a very young artist with a voice that has seemingly been through a lifetime of events. His voice is raw, songwriting is advanced, and his fanbase is...
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This podcast is the only truth you’ll hear when it comes to country music. If your tried of the crap that they try to sell you, you’ve came to the right place. We will discuss and discover if it’s country royalty or if they just can’t fill the shoes of the greatest. Each week we will go over an artist and sometimes the artist are with us. Ryan- He is the closest thing to a country music Encyclopedia. Jordan- he is your honest country fan, with a taste in music that runs in all Direction.
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