American Songwriter

3 Classic Country Songs That Challenged Female Stereotypes (And One That Critics Said Did the Opposite)

Societal expectations of women and female stereotypes have informed art since time immemorial, and classic country is certainly no exception. Whether through patriarchal consequence or the age-old ...
American Songwriter

3 Female Artists From the 1980s Who Helped Shape Country Music

These three female country artists are all from the 1980s, and each helped shape country music as we know it today.
The Journal

State Street Theater host Joyann Parker’s tribute to women of country

Joyann Parker will bring her “Classic Ladies of Country” tribute to New Ulm on Saturday. Parker’s show, which was named Best Tribute Act by the Midwest Country Music Association, highlights ...
Tennessean

Sunny Sweeney's new country album 'Rhinestone Requiem' centers traditional sounds, styles

Sunny Sweeney's new album "Rhinestone Requiem" reflects a refined artistry developed over 20 years. The album features songs that blend classic country influences with Sweeney's personal experiences, ...