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Kashus Culpepper: Southern Sounds, Navy Roots and Life Outdoors
Alabama native Kashus Culpepper went from Navy construction work to viral songs and major concert stages. He talks about his Southern musical roots, life on the road and the childhood fishing trips he still misses.
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Skip Ewing on Wyoming, Horses and His New Album ‘Dragonfly’
Country singer-songwriter Skip Ewing found more than a new home in Wyoming. Ranch life, horses and the outdoors helped reshape his outlook—and ultimately led him back to making music on his own terms.
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Aaron Lewis Reveals the Wake-Up Call Behind 'Give My Country Back'
In an exclusive interview with Hook & Barrel, Aaron Lewis explains why his new album Give My Country Back is the most honest record of his country career.
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Behind Tim Montana’s Unflinching “Watch Me Drown” Collab With The Crow Nation
Tim Montana and The Crow Nation might not appear to have much in common on first glance, but dig a little deeper and the story that brought this creative collaboration together seems almost fated.
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250 Years of American Music: The Story of Rebellion, Rock, and Swagger
America didn’t just create hit songs. It built entire genres. Here’s a rowdy ride through 250 years of American music history, plus a playlist fit for the Fourth.
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49 Winchester's 'Change of Plans' Shows a Band Hitting Its Stride
49 Winchester stretches its alt-country sound on Change of Plans, mixing grit, romance, rock and soul.
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How Lakeview Is Taking Rock Country Global One Show at a Time
From global tours to festival stages on the beach, Lakeview is pushing rock-country into new territory one high-voltage show at a time. [Photo by Thomas Crabtree]
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Country Thunder Music Festival: Where the Road Meets the Wild
Here's a special H&B behind-the-scenes look at the 33rd Country Thunder Music Fest!
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49 Winchester’s Stunning Ozzy Osbourne Cover and New Album Details
Besides having a really cool name that outdoorsmen can appreciate, the Virginia-based group, 49 Winchester, led by Isaac Gibson, stays close to home as it moves ahead musically.
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As Non-Typical As It Gets: Meet The Droptines Band
It’s time to get the drop on the hard-working, alt-country Texas band that’s on the point and rising no matter what song they are cranking out! Plus, they’ve got a band name that every deer hunter in the world can relate to!
