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Connie Smith - Long Line of Heartaches

There are country singers and then there is Connie Smith. Intriqued? Never heard of the Grand Ole Opry star? Read on to find out what we have to say about Long Line of Heartaches, only her second album released in the last 33 years!
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Connie Smith - You and Me

Connie Smith is one of the most iconic country singers still around and one of the best female vocalists in country music history. She even refused to cross-over into pop. Listen to this, a track from her just-released new album Long Line of Heartaches!
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The West Tennessee Sound of Mickey Utley - New Artist Spotlight

In this exclusive interview with Roughstock's Chuck Dauphin, West Tennessee native Mickey Utley discusses his career, his 'ecclectic' sound and how he's proud to be from the western part of a state so often thought of as 'Nashville and Memphis.' 
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The Roys - Lonesome Whistle

With their rootsy sound and fantastic blend of brother-sister harmonies, The Roys have slowly built up their career to this moment, with Lonesome Whistle being their first widely-distributed album.  Does it live up to their talent?
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The Roys - "Coal Minin' Man"

With this rootsy tune, their debut for the revered roots music label Rural Rhythm Records, the brother and sister duo The Roys showcase their sweet family harmonies, musicianship and theisr strong songwriting ability. Let's find out what Ben Foster thinks of the single.
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The Roys - Coal Minin' Man

This fantastic brother and sister duo, who are one of 2011 our artists to watch, recently signed a recording deal with stalwart american roots music label Rural Rhythm Records.  Take a listen to "Coal Minin' Man," their lead single from Lonesome Whistle, the upcoming label debut. 
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Alan Jackson - Freight Train

Like that favorite blanket or pair of old jeans, Alan Jackson continues to make music that is comfortable. Freight Train is comfortable but are there any moments that find Alan Jackson stretching and challenging himself?