Search results for: “country music”
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Should Female Country Music Artists Receive More Praise?
In the country music industry, some may say that female singers are not as represented as they should be. Individuals will argue that female country artists deserve more recognition than they receive. (Photo Courtesy…
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A Deep Look Into the History of Controversy That’s Developed Around Country Music
Country Music has developed ideals based upon what kind of music and artists are “acceptable.” The generalization regarding “what is and what is not country music” did not just occur when country music formed…
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The Evolution of Country Music And The Political Side of Things
Country music has its ties to very southern and stereotypical things. The question, “what exactly does country music stand for and was it built on conservative ideals” sparks a continual debate. (Photo courtesy of…
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Country Music Is Actually Political
Fifteen years ago, the Dixie Chicks took the stage at a show in London and made a statement that forever altered the standards of politics in the country music industry. Natalie Maines, lead vocalist,…
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What is the most popular music genre in each US state?
With the United States being a very diverse country, musical diversity is not an exclusion. Ranging from metal to rap music, each state has its own most prominent genre. Today we are going to…
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Luke Combs Released His “Forever After All” Music Video
Luke Combs, a well-known country music artist, released a music video for his latest single, “Forever After All,” and it has left fans feeling emotional as it captures moments of his love story with…
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Modern Music Video Mania
Lil Nas X recently released his hit single “Montero (Call Me By Your Name)” quickly claiming the number one spot on the Billboard’s Hot 100 list. “Montero”’s bold music video catches the audience’s attention…
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Black Artists that Changed the Music Industry Forever
Since the beginning of the 20th century, black musicians have influenced the music we hear today. Some of your favorite genres would not be popular or even exist if it weren’t for black artists.…
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Study Music for Students
Many students enjoy listening to music while they study. Some prefer instrumentals, some prefer classical music, and some prefer no music at all. (Photo in Public Domain) Students across the country like to listen…
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What Music Do Leesville Students Listen To?
Students at Leesville come from all different backgrounds and cultures, but there is one thing every student has in common–they all listen to music. Music allows students to disconnect from our current reality, being…
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2019 in Music
In 2019 I started a project — I wanted to see how my music taste shifted every month and what I found or rediscovered. I’d like to think that I am open to many…
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2019 in Music
In 2019 I started a project — I wanted to see how my music taste shifted every month and what I found or rediscovered. I’d like to think that I am open to many…
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The decade in music
As the decade comes to an end, people have taken to social media to reminisce on past memories of the mid 2000’s. Spotify users will be pleased to see that along with their yearly…
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Music in the Pride
Music plays a big role in a lot of people’s lives because there are so many ways people can use music to better themselves. Some people use music to focus on their work, other…
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Music & Identity Development
Does music play a part in the identity development of today’s youth? Or is music chosen based off personality? Music tends to have a large impact on the minds and personalities of today’s youth.…
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Double Barrel Benefit event bringing music to Raleigh
The NC State student-run radio station, 88.1FM “The Revolution”, will be hosting their 12 annual concert, the Double Barrel Benefit. The event will be broken up into two nights. The first night will take…
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U2 music videos: then and now
U2 has been a consistently relevant band in the music industry since the early ‘80s. While they are arguably better known for their older albums Boy, War and The Joshua Tree, they have continuously…
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Things we can learn from music: 70’s and 80’s
The rock music of the 1970s and 1980s is often overlooked by our generation. As we are caught up in our own culture and music sensations, we don’t really revert to the music our…
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New Country Rehab performs with Leesville orchestra
New Country Rehab is a bluegrass band that started out in Toronto, Canada, and has been touring across bluegrass states and playing at community events. The group came and performed for the Leesville Road…
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Music Poll Indicates Surprising Similarities Between Generations
Most kids are under the impression that parents (or just “old people” in general) would rather have a root canal than listen to the music of teenagers. However, research proves that this alleged intolerance…
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Zach Bryan’s new album
Zach Bryan became popular in 2020 when he released “Something in the Orange.” After that hit single, he released “American Heartbreak” and in the first week of its debut hit #5 on the US…
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Taylor Swift Concerts
Taylor Swift is a popular singer songwriter who is currently performing on her Eras Tour. This tour consists of 52 shows which began on March 17, 2023 and will continue until August 9, 2023. …
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Luke Combs releases new album — “Gettin’ Old”
Luke Combs is an American country singer and songwriter. Combs was born and raised in North Carolina and even attended Appalachian State university. Combs music career began after he dropped out of college…
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What to do in the Raleigh Area This Fall
Fall is approaching fast, and there are many things in Raleigh that you don’t want to miss — from pumpkin patches to haunted houses. Here is what to be on the lookout for this…
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Four Year Lettermen – Class of 2021
“I like being a 4-year letterman because I have gotten to put time and dedication into something I love. Running is definitely a core memory from my high school experience. I get to see…
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Biden’s Inaugural Entertainment Stole the Show
President Joseph R. Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States on January 20, 2020. While that was the biggest event of the day, Biden’s inauguration took the breath away…
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Quick Bites: Internet’s Latest News:
Contributors: Chase Dutton and Dayna Wilkerson A Ghostly Trend (Permission of distractify.com) Boo! Another Tik Tok trend has taken over this spooky season as people dress up in bedsheets and sunglasses while they pose…
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The Burns Effect
Ken Burns, producer of many award winning documentaries. Burns’ released his latest production, Country Music, last month. (Photo used by permission of David Hume Kennerly) Last month, American filmmaker Ken Burns released his latest…
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Downtown Raleigh’s 2019 Wide Open Bluegrass Festival
Every year PNC hosts the Wide Open Bluegrass festival in downtown Raleigh. The 2019’s festival took place on September 27-28. With the festival being the largest free urban bluegrass festival in the world, it’s…
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Lover: Song-by-Song Analysis And Review
Photo courtesy of Natalie Gore By: Natalie Gore Two days after the release, Lover became the top-selling album of 2019. Swift’s music is enjoyed around the globe by millions every single day. (Photo courtesy…
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Leesville student spotlight: Tristan Harvey
Tristan Harvey, Leesville senior, is the guitarist for local metal band Drown the King. Harvey’s musical career started in the fourth grade when he first began learning how to play the guitar. “I’ve always…
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My experience with the Blind Boys
It’s no secret that I’m a serious boy band fanatic. With the exception of The Wanted and One Direction, I will listen to any boy band from anywhere. However, the Blind Boys of Alabama…
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IMBA festival
Overalls and hay. Toothless hicks and whiny vocals. Simple country music for simple, country folk. All things that may come to one’s mind when presented with the idea of Bluegrass. This past week, however,…
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Jason Aldean chugs along with “Night Train”
I had been counting down the days. My favorite country singer was finally releasing a new album. his last album captured my heart, so I could not wait for some new songs. October 16…
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Brad Paisley charms Churchwell
Being a regular attendee of country music concerts at Walnut Creek, I was thrilled when Brad Paisley returned to Raleigh. I expected a similar lineup of songs to last year’s because no new singles…
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Seacrest is the new Dick Clark
Richard “Dick” Clark, the famous American radio/television personality, passed away in early April at age 83 from a severe heart attack. He began his career in 1945 when he was only 16 years old.…
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Adele sweeps the Grammy’s, a few nods are surprising
The Grammy’s, one of many television-aired award shows that every American wishes was shown on a Friday or Saturday night, kicked off on CBS at 8:00 pm, Feb 12. Bruce Springsteen, accompanied by a…
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Scotty McCreery’s homecoming: “Garner’s proudest moment”
On Saturday May 15, Scotty McCreery, an American Idol top 3 finalist, returned to his hometown of Garner to perform at Lake Benson Park. To celebrate his homecoming, the town of Garner sponsored a…
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Orchestra Goes to Nashville
On Thursday, March 18, the Leesville high school orchestra will participate in Heritage Music Festival in Nashville. The Heritage Music Festival, which is celebrating its 30th year, was created by music educators who believed…
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Who deserved to win the Grammys 2026?
On Sunday, February 1, the Grammys were held in Los Angeles. Music stars like Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Tyler, the Creator, Lady Gaga, and more were nominated for their respective songs. New artists like…
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Review: Raising Cane’s — Just Not That Good
On January 27, 2025, Raising Cane’s opened up a new Raleigh location on Hillsborough Street. The new location, just a minute from NC State University’s bell tower, rivals Franklin Street’s UNC location. Raising Cane’s,…
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“With Heaven On Top” Album Review
Shortly after announcing his upcoming tour “With Heaven on Tour,” Zach Bryan released his new album that the tour name supports. On January 9th, 2026, his album “With Heaven on Top” came out, with…
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The hidden significance of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show
During the halftime of the Packers vs the Cowboys game, the NFL announced that Bad Bunny is performing at the Super Bowl LX halftime show next year. Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio…
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Fun Fall Activities in North Carolina
After the summer heat is finally gone and the air becomes cooler, Raleigh is one of the best places to spend the fall season. With the cool air, autumn foliage, and the fall festive…
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The incredible experience of the North Carolina Governor’s School
Before I attended the North Carolina Governor’s School, past alumni told me that the experience was one of the best times of their lives. I was skeptical, but these words have proved to be…
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The mystery of Appalachia
The Appalachian region is one of the most mysterious and misunderstood places in the United States. Stretching over 1,000 miles from southern New York to northern Alabama and Georgia, Appalachia is known for its…
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Concerts Coming to Raleigh, Summer of 2025
Concerts are a popular event for all age groups, especially teenagers and young adults. Many high school students find value in experiencing live music through the atmosphere, energy, and livelihood of the venue. Although…
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Sabrina Carpenter’s “short n’ sweet” is Playful and Bold
Sabrina Carpenter From her debut in the public sector as a popular teenage actress in Girl Meets World, Sabrina Carpenter has always been a household name. Transitioning from her career as an actress to…
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Leesville Students daily listening habits
Leesville students listen to a variety of music during the school day. Scan the Spotify codes to listen to some students’ favorite genres and artists. (Collage credit: Maren Uria)
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Jesse Welles: A Revival of Protest Folk
Jesse Welles is currently on his Fear is the Mind Killer Tour. He has recently stopped in Durham, North Carolina, and is traveling across the US and the UK. (Photo courtesy of Public Domain)