Music

A conversation with Scott Avett, of the North Carolina roots favorite, and Faith No More’s legendary frontman on the year’s most unexpected musical collaboration

A new book and Country Music Hall of Fame exhibition tell how a small Alabama community helped put Aretha Franklin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Willie Nelson, and other greats on the map

Vince Gill, Bill Anderson, Ashley McBryde, long-serving employees, and more Opry insiders speak to a dozen-plus moments that cemented the institution as country music’s biggest stage

From a joyful anthem from the Queen of Bounce to a Southern supergroup’s debut release, our music editor picks ten favorite new tracks that will keep your autumn humming

The Grammy-winning artist looks back at her 1998 live album, which has been newly reissued with five previously unreleased songs—one of which G&G is proud to premiere here.

The 1925 recordings captured the Appalachian sound for the first time—and they‘re still influencing artists today

The Outlaw Country legend’s son shares a cache of never-released songs in the upcoming album Songbird

The singer-songwriter plumbs the depths of a difficult year and emerges with a moving album about loss and resilience

Wright Thompson on how the musician indulges his bourbon love

When crisper, cooler temps arrive, set your compass on one of these eight destination music festivals

Through his vast vinyl collection, the singer-songwriter celebrates an inherited love of music

The Americana singer and passionate gardener returns with a leaner, rootsier sound that’s Willie Nelson–approved

The preservation band performs three cover songs at the G&G offices in Charleston, South Carolina. Recorded in partnership with Visit Macon.

Set to accept the Poet’s Award from the Academy of Country Music this Thursday, the musician reflects on his eclectic schedule, the art of songwriting, and carrying Jimmy Buffett’s legacy

The South Carolina–born guitar whiz heads to the Lowcountry this August with a few friends, and shares a video of “Here Today” from his forthcoming album, Darling Blue

The musician spreads New Orleans funk worldwide—and keeps its heart beating strong at home

Get an advance listen of the two-time Grammy winner’s new album, her first in six years

Vinyl sanctuaries in Austin, Miami, and Atlanta set the standard for audiophiles

The Lone Star songwriter, and son of author Larry McMurtry, returns with The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy. Stream the album below, and read our interview

The Nashville singer-songwriter performs three songs, including two new singles. Recorded at High Water festival in Riverfront Park in North Charleston, South Carolina.