“Live on Mountain Stage: Outlaws and Outliers” is an excellent compilation of Americana music that does justice to the radio program’s 40-year legacy. The...

Beyoncé’s divisive new album “Cowboy Carter” is an uneven yet satisfying odyssey through the scope of American music. I wrote a previous column...

John Moreland, folk singer, released a surprise album on April 5. “Visitor” is a powerful folk-rock record and a return to form for the artist. Moreland...

“Change the Game,” the latest album from metal-singer-turned-alt-country-star Cody Jinks, is a subdued effort from a notoriously brash artist. According...

It’s been 14 years since fans first saw Ariana Grande on “Victorious” and 11 years since the release of her debut album, “Yours Truly.” Now,...

Norah Jones’ ninth studio album, “Visions,” is a soulful assortment of poignant pop songs. I’m far from a contemporary pop music enthusiast,...

Corb Lund’s latest album, “El Viejo,” offers a collection of slick and sometimes surprising country songs. “I’ve been wanting to make a record...

Beyoncé, one of the most iconic modern pop stars, has announced that her next project is an album incorporating elements of country music and has released...

Mojo Nixon, a musician, radio host, provocateur and free-spirited pop culture figure, passed away last week at 66 years old. Nixon’s death was the...

For my inaugural artist spotlight, I have forgone the usual formula of highlighting an up-and-coming musician. Instead, I have chosen an artist whose impact...

How does Murray State show prospective students what it has to offer? How does it give incoming freshmen a frame of reference for what the next few years...

Willi Carlisle’s third album “Critterland” further establishes him as an exciting voice in American folk music. In an increasingly political culture,...