American Songwriter

Born on This Day in 1934, the Songwriter Whose Three Failed Marriages Helped Inspire a George Strait Classic—Co-Written With His Fourth Wife

Ninety-one years ago today, a songwriter responsible for decades of hits from country's biggest names was born in Texas.
American Songwriter

4 Country Songs From the 1980s That Defined the Decade

The 1980s were arguably one of the best periods in country music. The era saw the emergence of some country music artists, ...
Whiskey Riff

Watch Chris Stapleton Sing The Hit Song He Wrote For George Strait Way Back In 2011

Before he became one of country music’s most soulful voices, he was already a songwriting powerhouse behind the scenes in Nashville. After moving there from his hometown of Paintsville, Kentucky, in ...
Whiskey Riff

Riley Green Offers Hilarious Response When Asked If He Would Ever Collaborate With George Strait: “The Problem Is, Has He Thought About It?”

The slight joke in his answer makes the audience chuckle, but it also shows his deep reverence for the greats who have ...