Annie Parnell

Annie Parnell is a music and pop culture writer based in Richmond, Virginia. Her writing and reporting has appeared in PopMatters, We Are The Mutants, Country Queer, and WTJU.

10 Great Albums You Might Have Missed in 2022

As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to explore these hidden gems.

Sturgill Simpson Joins Angel Olsen for New ‘Big Time’ Duet [LISTEN]

This surprise collaboration is a must-listen.

Inaugural Earl Scruggs Music Festival Announced for 2022

After delays due to COVID-19, the first ever Earl Scruggs Music Festival is finally set for its debut.

Randy Travis Re-Releasing ‘An Old Time Christmas’ With New Songs

'An Old Time Christmas (Deluxe Edition)' will feature never-before-heard tracks.

Willie Nelson Urges Fans to Save America’s Wild Horses in Open Letter

"Wild horses, like other wild animals, were meant to be wild and free," says Nelson.

Brandi Carlile Says She Has Another Book in the Works

The announcement follows the release of both Carlile's recent memoir, 'Broken Horses', and a new album, 'In These Silent Days'.

Keb’ Mo’ and Darius Rucker Come Home With New Song ‘Good Strong Woman’ [Watch]

The song reflects on the importance of finding meaningful, steady relationships, with a heavy emphasis on family.

Elton John Revisits Glen Campbell’s ‘I’m Not Gonna Miss You’ in New ‘Lockdown Sessions’ Duet [Listen]

The heartfelt ballad, the last song Campbell recorded before his death in 2017, gets a makeover from John.

Luke Bryan’s New Single, ‘Up,’ Feels Like Home [Listen]

"It talks about what I love and what’s dear to me," the country superstar says.

Brandi Carlile Hopes New Album, ‘In These Silent Days’, Makes People Reflect

"It's me saying with the album, 'This is what I did in these silent days.' And also what did you do?"