Country Music Critic

Ryan and Jordan take a stroll down Cody Jinks Lane this week. From his heavy metal beginning to his outlaw country present, Jinks has amassed one of the largest fanbases in the industry. This independent (by choice) artist is pulling off feats that only a handful of artists could muster. Another Texas based artist with his own type of flare, Jinks uses his clever/ dark writing styles to pull out a...

This week Ryan and Jordan unpack the life and career of a Legend. From deep in the Eastern Kentucky mountains, Whitley exploded onto the scene packing his one of a kind gorgeous voice. Keith was one of the only dudes with a perm that could make it to legend status. 34 years wasn’t enough, but that’s all we got. Alcoholism took his life WAY too early! Still to this day, we hear the music that he gr...

Ryan & Jordan sardine this week with Jesse Craine. Jesse is a local unsigned artist. Jesse tells us his entire life story. The reason why he doesn’t care for posers on social media, and his inspiration for songwriting. Check out Jesse music on all major platforms.

From humble beginnings in small town, Mississippi, to taking his last breath in a 2nd floor bathroom in his Graceland mansion( and everywhere in between); Elvis Aaron Presley lived the lives of 20 men. Ryan and Jordan go through his storied life, highlighting a few lesser known aspects. This is, a longer than normal, artist highlight episode. From his discography, marriage, movie career, his manag...

For the special holiday of Father’s Day Ryan and Jordan sit down and talk about the influence their fathers had on them. They also express the emotions they experienced when they first became fathers themselves. Each of the guys brought 4 songs to the show that remind them of their fathers or just remind them of Father’s Day. We want to say thank you to all the dads out there! The world needs you...

Ryan and Jordan sit down and discuss Kenny Chesney’s new record. We review friend of the show, Bradley Gaskin’s new song. We, also, attempt to dissect the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. Our sympathies and prayers go out to the victims, their families, their friends, and their communities. (Goes for the Buffalo, NY victims as well) We break down some of the world’s/countries problems and give our views...

After a short hiatus Bradley has creeped back into our earlobes! We sit down with him for a quick interview. He tells us where he has been the last few years and gives us a peek as to where he is going. Get ready country music fans!! He’s back and it sounds like he has found that formula within himself to keep that magical musical edge that let us fall in love with the singer/songwriter back in 20...

The guys of Country Music Critic take the show on the road to Cincinnati (the Queen City) to witness one of the greatest entertainers to ever perform Country Music! Garth Brooks did not disappoint! We try to describe the night in all its glory.( the good and the bad) From set list, to weather, to ambiance, to the crowd, and even the car ride to and from; we try to paint a good picture for you to b...

We sit down with the red hot songwriter, Matt Rogers. Matt tells us about his beginning, his rise, and his dreams. We find out who is on his Mt Rushmore of Country Music, as well as, who he dreams of working with. To be able to sit down with an award winning songwriter and yuck it up is a blessing for us! Thank you Matt and Matt’s dad for hooking us up! We look forward to watching you explode even...

Ryan and Jordan discus the night in Country Music. Who was right? Who was wrong? Who is happy? Who is sad? Ryan dies on George Strait Hill, murdered by Mickey Guyton. Jordan almost died from a lightning strike. We go through each category, each winner, and each loser. We will have to get Ryan set up for therapy, as he takes another L.

With the 2022 CMT Award show fast approaching, we give our thoughts and predictions on the outcome. We have tackled the CMAs and the ACMs head to head previously, with Jordan coming out on top both times. Can Ryan come through with a win? Or will Jordan continue his reign atop Prediction Mountain? Early odds coming out of Vegas have Jordan a 3:1 favorite. Hit us up on Facebook with your prediction...

Everyone else has, we thought we would as well… we explain our views of the altercation. Who was right? Who was wrong? You tell us! Join us on our Facebook group and tell us your opinion.

We discuss a few of his big hits! “Family Man”, “Outskirts of Heaven”, “Keep Them Kisses Coming”,and his newest radio single “by God” just to name a few. Craig gives us some girl-dad advice. He tells us who is on his Country Music Mt. Rushmore, talks about his recent time spent in the studio, as well as, a few of the many attributes that molded him into the artist he has became. It was a true plea...

Your Not Gonna Wanna Miss This One! 

*******On the season finale of season one we give our best predictions of who will win the 2021 CMA‘s we also share a little bit of history about the CMA awards.

Josh Kiser Cleveland, Tennessee is bursting with pride since hometown boy Josh Kiser has become the newest rising artist/writer in Nashville’s country music scene. Kiser found his sweet spot by blending traditional 90’s sounds with a touch of rock&soul to his production to create a sound that resonates well with longtime country fans, as well as newer listeners who most call “Kiser Kountry”. He mo...

Kentucky born and bred, Jeremy Spillman moved to Nashville, Tennessee to pursue his dream of success as a songwriter at 24. It would be five years before he landed his first cut by a major label artist and signed a publishing deal. Since then, Jeremy has had songs recorded by Eric Church, Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, LANCO, Trace Adkins, Brandy Clark, Midland, Little Big Town, Reba McEntire, Brantley...

This week we dive into Luke Combs AKA the hit maker Country music news! FGL somehow made it into the country music Hall of Fame with an exhibit? Hank Jr Family feud, Sara Evans is a Survivor, Garth Brooks and Travis Tritt celebrate a birthday. Hats off to Jimmie Allen for his Grammy nomination. We review the number one country song this week We also debut a new 15 seconds of fame artist Big shout...

Note this was recorded 2021 before we gained a production. Hope you enjoy this was before we had a studio. This week, arguably the greatest duo in country music history….. Brooks and Dunn

What an awesome guest this week, we have Casey Chesnutt! This guy is going to go places! He started learning from the best, Mark Chesnutt thats right folks! Check this out!  caseychesnutt.com

As requested by you the fans! This week we take a journey down the path of the songs that made us! Let us know what songs made you? Playlist- to the songs! https://open.spotify.com/user/31uq2dbsutq7bz5gocuxuphofofa?si=KKGay8m3TK2zFVxXuzt78A

WOW! is all I have to say! Country Music Recording artist Jeff Bates joins us on EP15 Your gonna wanna make time to hear this!  https://www.jeffbates.net/ 15 Seconds of Fame Artist is : Josh Kiser (it’s an hour show, some reason shows 1 1/2 hours)

What an EP we have for you this Christmas!!!! Everything Eric Church! Also Aaron is one of the biggest fans ever!!! Check out his podcast! "Gainin Fast On Memphis" https://www.gaininfastonmemphis.com/

This week we start with the birthday boy, Mr David Allen Coe! We also send prayers to him and his family as he battles Covid 19!

This week we dive deep into KY route with the great Tyler Childers!