“It’s a little bit of a cheat”: John Mayer’s “critical take” on why country songs are always talking about drinking

John Mayer criticizes the country music genre for relying too heavily on themes of alcohol in its lyrics. In a conversation with country singer Lainey Wilson, Mayer expresses his view that the constant invocation of drinking in country music can sometimes feel like a shortcut to evoke excitement. He suggests …

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Post Malone Was Hinting at Genre Fluidity Long Before He Switched From Rap to Country: ‘I Make Music That I Like’

Post Malone’s transition from rapper to country artist was unexpected but not entirely surprising, as he had always shown an affinity for country music. Despite his initial rap persona, songs like “Feeling Whitney” hinted at his country music influences. In a 2018 interview, Post Malone expressed a desire to move …

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Cody Johnson Shares a Baby Update On His Six-Month-Old Son

Cody Johnson, nominated for four ACM awards, including Entertainer of the Year, recently shared an update on his six-month-old son, Jaycee, during an interview. Johnson expressed joy at having a son and praised his daughters for being great big sisters. Reflecting on his nominations, Johnson emphasized the recognition of his …

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Amazon Squares Off Against Advertisers’ Biggest Challenge: Streaming Commercials That Run Over and Over

Amazon is introducing technology to help combat ad fatigue by allowing advertisers to make automatic tweaks to commercials, adding different messages or interactive elements to appeal to viewers at different moments. The technology, called “dynamic TV creative,” can adjust product details, on-screen headlines, and interactive options based on factors such …

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NHL’s Stanley Pup 2026 Rescue Dog Competition Sets Premiere Date To Celebrate Hockey Playoffs

The National Hockey League’s popular rescue dog competition, “Stanley Pup,” is returning for its third year on June 8, featuring 32 adorable pups representing each NHL team. The event aims to find homes for animals in need and will include celebrity dog lovers and advocates participating in the friendly competition.

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ABC Summer Schedule: ‘Celebrity Family Feud,’ ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,’ ‘Press Your Luck’ Set Return Dates

ABC has announced its summer premiere dates, including the renewal of unscripted shows like “Celebrity Family Feud,” “Press Your Luck,” and “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.” The new season of “Celebrity Family Feud” will kick off on July 9, followed by “Press Your Luck” and a new spinoff series …

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Country music fans confused after Charley Crockett’s surprise album disappears from streaming platforms

Country music star Charley Crockett surprised fans by releasing his 17th studio album, “Clovis,” on streaming services, only to have it disappear shortly after. The album marked Crockett’s return to independent music releases after completing his “Sagebrush Trilogy” under a deal with Island Records.

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Kane Brown’s Country Mount Rushmore Is Gonna Start Arguments

Country star Kane Brown recently shared his thoughts on who should be on country music’s Mount Rushmore, including George Strait, Morgan Wallen, and Shania Twain. Brown also discussed the setbacks he faced early in his career, including a fraudulent record deal that cost him an estimated $10 million.

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