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Martina McBride Shines on Soundscan Hot 200 Charts

Martina McBride scored another #1 debut on the Country Albums Chart and landed the 10th spot on the charts overall with her new album "Shine."  Following Martina on the charts this week were John Rich, Eric Church and Dolly Parton with their latest releases, respectivel
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Mindy McCready and Billy McKnight - "Sweeter"

Why on earth has Lofton Creek Records decided to release a single from Mindy McCready and the man convicted of abusing her, Billy McKnight?  It really does seem like nothing more than another pathetic attempt at reviving a troubled career.
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Joe Nichols - "Believers"

After battling some personal demons during a hiatus, Joe Nichols has returned to the Country airwaves with a song that recalls his past hits.  Does reverting to a past sound work well for Joe or does he have a tough road to climb with such a familiar sounding song?
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Keith Urban - Defying Gravity

With his career remaining in high-gear, Keith Urban returns with this highly anticipated release. How does it stack against current releases?  Does the album match, surpsass or fall short to the guitarist's stellar past catalog of albums?
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Caitlin & Will - Digital EP

Caitlin & Will have just released their debut radio single and what better way to celebrate its success on the charts than to release a six-song EP that should give their fans from Can You Duet something to listen to while awating the full CD.
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Roughstock Exclusive: Caitlin & Will Interview

In an exlusive interview, Caitlin & Will discuss how they went from CMT reality show winners to recording artist.  The duo also reveal what it was like working with songwriter/producer Chris Lindsey along with why they switch singles at radio among other topics.
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Dailey & Vincent - Brothers From Different Mothers

How does a duo follow-up a critically acclaimed and successful debut album? If that duo is Dailey & Vincent they record an album just like this one and release it so that they can reap even more accolades and success.  It's th
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Gloriana - "Wild At Heart"

Juat on looks alone, some people will look past this new quartet and simply call them copycats and while that may be a valid arguement this song nonetheless could and should be a hit for Gloriana.  Why is the single a likely hit? The songwriting? Lets find out.
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Mary Selvidge - Livin' To Be Free

The popularity of digital retail outlets like iTunes and Amazon.com has leveled the playing field for indie artists and it has allowed many artists to follow their dreams.  Here's an artist with a solid voice and even stronger songs.