In the end, this is the underlying reason for all of the concerns addressed above. However, I fail to see how Traveller is even in the same conversation of songwriting caliber and quality as an album like Something More Than Free. Then when the voters actually got their cards in front of them they said, Well hell, if it was up to me, Stapleton would win. And lo and behold, he did. November 14, 2015 @ 25 years of live performances have landed The Reckless in a diverse collection of honky-tonks, college parties, corporate events, tailgate and grand southern weddings from Florida to Texas. That is how Country Music will be saved. And I got G nobody to blame but D me (Lick) I got G nobody to blame but D me (Lick) D She broke all my fishing rods, put my guns in hock D Threw my clothes out in the yard and changed out all the locks And I got G nobody to blame but m D e (Lick) G. D I got nobody to blame but me (Lick) Chorus: D I know right where I went wrong November 11, 2015 @ Cody Johnson. November 11, 2015 @ By Fouad Ajami. 5:30 am. 1:12 pm. November 13, 2015 @ Haha. 11:18 am. 1:49 pm. Even if Stapleton never paid dues and never struggled, he still put out an excellent album (with your help). It was a rain delay and they were under one of them pole barn things- they had one at stagecoach also for the side stages. Chris does have a lot of blues, Southern rock, and R&B/Muscle Shoals influences in his music, especially in his singing style. I wouldnt consider Stapleton a straight-up authentic country artist either. Maybe he wont. Sue Graf And if you take Chris Stapletons career, split it down the middle, pull out the tweezers and start dissecting, youre going to find some unsavory stuff, at least if youre a traditional country fan. I was surprised when Trigger wrote here, Country music isnt a formula, it is a feeling, and Chris Stapleton delivers that feeling in bushel baskets. From my limited exposure to Traveler, I didnt get the feeling. How many people are giving him a pass because he looks the part. To want to keep everything small and dingy just so it stays familiar to you is no way to be a good neighbor, or a good fan. Trigger Two of Merle Haggards last #1s were Twinkle, Twinkle Lucky Star and Thats the Way Love Goes. 02:07. 7:32 pm. I like Timberlake but that doesnt belong on country radio in my opinion. On the surface, this criticism is true, and it is a criticism that has been levied against Stapleton by Saving Country Music commonly, as well as other critics and writers when taking into consideration the merits of Chris Stapleton the songwriter. It became Stapleton's first top 10 single on the US Country Airplay chart. I dont have much to add because you nailed it on the head. Im probably a little more casual about the whole thing than many who come to website, but thats just me. My point is that I wonder how many people are listening to Chris Stapleton with their eyes. Life isnt like that. I feel like acknowledging that Hey, Chris Stapleton wrote a few songs that traditional fans may not like is actually a way to strengthen the argument for him being a genuine guy. Watch the official music video for "The Old Man No One Loves" by George JonesListen to George Jones: https://GeorgeJones.lnk.to/listenYDSubscribe to the offi. April 3, 2016 @ November 11, 2015 @ Theyre definitely less country than most of his other stuff, and less so than pretty much anything on Traveller. 11:14 am. That would result in a dimensional anomaly that would cause the catastrophic annihaltion of the entire universe! Cool Lester Smooth So you mean someone who looks like Johnny Cash or Merle Haggard did in the 60s? November 12, 2015 @ Enjoy a buffet dinner with Beef Stroganoff, Fried Chicken . I personally love steel guitars, banjos and fiddles. There were definitely moments in his career when that was the case, when he was out on the road with the SteelDrivers and the Jompson Brothers paying dues. 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I suppose by definition, Chris Stapleton isnt traditional country in the traditional sense. Some are saying Stapletons wins were all a ploy to lure traditional country fans back in the fold, or otherwise anoint a new star that they can then turn into the next Luke Bryan. That was 25 years ago. Now, could he enact a change similar to what Randy Travis did, and usher in a new era with more traditional country music? While Im at it, Ill mention that Dan Wilson is a guy I consider more of a pop song writer. But thats partly because the record was cut live, and Stapleton plays his own leads. I agree that his weak point is his lack of emotion and depth to his vocals . All they know to do is fight. But he is still disheveled looking. But who exactly is declaring Chris Stapleton a country music savior? He paid his dues already working with The Steeldrivers, and though he has co-written a handful of ghastly tracks for other artists, theyre definitely well outnumbered by deserving ones. November 11, 2015 @ November 11, 2015 @ Unfortunately, I do think some people will use the title of the article as ammunition against you that you are the one calling out Chris Stapleton, or setting him up as a savior, or something. Education Chris is an alumnus of the Johnson Central High School. Trigger Trigger Chris appearance may lure some less discerning folks to his camp, but I dont think that the serious lover of music..like those that frequent this wonderful site..are that easily duped. This is just the tip of the iceberg. I bought it the day it was released. Where the CMA good ol boy system failed was giving Stapleton the nominations in the first place. [4] Traveller is so good and enjoyable that I will just ignore the bad songs. November 12, 2015 @ Listen to both and tell me what you think. Ill be looking forward to more! Big love to @TheKinks @RayDDavies @davedavieskinks for the amazing song x youtube.com Waterloo Sunset - The Kinks Cover - Blame Jones Music Video Happy Christmas Eve everyone! I rhymed:), Chris Lewis "Louie" A reader on the No Depression website once wrote that when he says likes Americana music, its like hes lying about something, but he doesnt know what. We have no idea where all of this will lead. She took down the photograph Of our wedding day Ripped it down the middle And threw my half away And I got nobody to blame but me I got nobody to blame but me She broke all my fishing rods Put my guns in hock Threw my clothes out in the yard And changed out all the locks And I got . truth5 Texas country/red dirt and the independant artists are becoming more and more popular every day through the internet. Everyone has a right to good music, just like everyone has a right to good food and water. For me personally, I really dont care at all that Chris wrote a few bad songs. Ill break it down to high school stereotypes. And nobody says anything in particular about France. Some really hurtful and incorrect stuff from someone I considered a colleague. Oh snap. 12:52 am, Jeb Barry November 12, 2015 @ It also makes labels and radio realize that there is more of a market out there for traditional country music in my opinion. Exactly! 9:07 pm. That being said, I wouldnt mind hearing Chris play those bro-country songs hes getting slammed for writing. , GregN I enjoyed Traveller. Brandon Or Merle Haggard in the 60s, like Cool Lester said. He shook hands and schmoozed with everyone. To put it another way, he has many of the tools that can shape well-rounded performers, but lacks range or applied knowledge in how to use them. He may know how to deliver an impressive guitar solo, but it nonetheless fails to rattle me quite like that of Keith Urbans in Stupid Boy or that of Brad Paisleys earlier solos for instance. I do think he opened the door for others who are more of the strictly traditional country savior type guys that some are looking for. Saving country music is about the fans as much as it is the musicians. I dont think they see Sam Hunt et al for the long term. GregN November 11, 2015 @ Why do you even care what the CMA does? Most of football players were too ogreish and boorish to appeal to the attractive girls. November 11, 2015 @ Really? Next year it will be the same crappy people winning again. People said that same thing when George Strait won Entertainer of the Year from both the CMAs and ACMs in 2013/2014. BEH Chris StapletonTraveller 2015 Mercury Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.Released on: . If he has a competitive bone in his body, Im not seeing it. November 11, 2015 @ They missed out on some nice country music, though. Or Corb Lund as pictured on his latest album. My question to people who like Chris Stapleton is: If he looked like Luke Bryan or like Thomas Rhett would his fans still like him as much? EPISODE 113: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: Now that George Santos has been tied financially to the cousin of a sanctioned Russian Oil Oligarch, and Speaker Kevin McCarthy has confirmed he won't move to oust him, the Democrats have to run with the gift the Republicans have given them. March 22, 2017 @ At one point in 1979, despite being one of the best-selling artists in the history of country music, he was bankrupt and destitute, living in his car, weighing around 100 pounds and living off of junk food. I dont give a damn what he looks like. November 11, 2015 @ Because of some hate mail? If you are a songwriter by trade, you must write songs which sell. I know Borschetta is always in the loop but the Stapleton Show seemed to come out of left field even though the show itself was billed with a different direction than recent years. Charlie 11:57 am. He looks like he belongs in a stuffy white fraternity. Rod and Inara met when Inara sang backup on Rod's band Idlewild's last record. I agree. 12:16 pm. 3:53 pm. The good ol boy system that regularly rigs these awards always works to spread the love out among multiple artists on multiple labels. I get why he had to succumb to the Nashville songwriting machine to get his spurs in the door, but now that he has become a breakout star, theres no incentive for him to continue resorting to that. Normally I hate unfounded tabloid nonsense, but I came across something yall gotta hear. It was far fr/overnight success, he worked his ass off touring, making radio stations all day & then wed play shows that night. And its understandable these artists and their fans would be a little bitter about the Stapleton situation. But not liking it doesnt equate to it not being country. And again, lets point out that Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, and others worked within the system as well. But hes damn close, and hes the one who actually broke through the system. July 2, 2019 @ I had no idea what he looked like at that point (really until Trigger wrote a piece on him). Yeah, the skill players (WR/RB/QB) and the DBs would have done fine no matter what, but most of the team would only get girls because they played football. $20.59. There is great music and great performers out there. November 20, 2015 @ Stack that up against everyone else and it wont even show up on a graph. The way I see it is it cant do any more damage than has already been done by having Chris in the spotlight. Great point! More power to them. November 11, 2015 @ I PLACE THIS IN ALL CAPS BECAUSE OF ITS IMPORTANCE TO ME. Nobody To Blame chords -. Arthur Mensor R Chop I went to see a band last night that I had never heard of for two reasons 1) my friend asked me to go and she likes indie country. (This is all just my own dumb opinion). 4:53 pm, Hee. I AM OLD SCHOOL C&W AND HAVE OVER 50 YEARS IN THE INDUSTRY. November 11, 2015 @ You can't under-estimate his longevity or his importance. He made his. The dude is just good no matter what he looks like. Like the man said, Its a feeling. November 11, 2015 @ Id just like to say thanks for your work, old & new. Then A B it against how many people comment. And who are these keyboard warriors without an internet connection? Jobs that we may have liked but worked for a company known for fucking people over. In counseling a pregnant teenager, he says that "Abortion isn't wrong.abortion is the ultimate form of cheating. On the other hand, if Chris Stapleton was a clean cut young republican, Id still take him just as serious. Cool Lester Smooth Stapletons name has been on a number of songs that certainly havent done any favors in furthering the hopes of either substance or country roots making a resurgence in the mainstream. He was a music artist and actor, known for Ad Astra (2019), Only the Brave (2017) and Crazy Heart (2009). Show Blake she can land a young one. I for one was thrilled to see Chris walk away with all those awards the other night! Hell duet with literally anyone, from Aerosmith to Snoop Dogg. November 11, 2015 @ "[5], The song first entered the Country Airplay chart at number 46 and the Hot Country Songs chart at number 50 for the chart dated November 21, 2015. Saving Country Music has been engaged in this very practice as a gadfly and watchdog for years, at times specifically calling out organizations like the ACMs for breaking their own stated rules. Country music isnt a formula, it is a feeling November 12, 2015 @ 1) Jameys breakthrough album was much more traditional country and less accepted by general public. He also has copied many melodies such as Etta James, I will go blind ..: to his Tennessee Whiskey .. You can even download MP3 songs for offline listening. My thoughts exactly, holy shit, Robby Turner is commenting on a site that I read/comment on regularly. Chris comes off as a friendlier, more outspoken type of guy. Why? But in the end, none of this matters. Well, Lavigne started her career out by releasing an album that I still consider to be her most mature to date..then gradually continues to grow increasingly immature with each subsequent album as a whole and seems to have no clue how to grow up with her initial fans. 2:15 pm. Lets all move on and shut up for once. Because it underestimated the love and respect Stapleton had garnered in the industry as a songwriter. Somebodys got a wicked case of the envy. Hayes is a very talented young manhe DOES write his songs..he DOES play the hell out of a band trailer full of instruments..but I dont imagine that substance seekers would change their minds about his music just because he traded his V-neck for an Uncle Jessie costume. Its right here in Nashville, right here two blocks from Music Row, and if we winand if our winning is ever going to amount to anything in the long runweve got to beat them on their own turf.. Youre free to try to change my mind, or try to get me to educate myself on newer artists. 11:51 am. That is why he is selling I dont fault him. Jack Williams Is Chris Stapleton some ideal specimen for every independent and traditional country fan to get behind? I agree. November 11, 2015 @ ( he was affectionately known as the 5th beach boy). 11:51 am, [] Country Musics Trigger led a tour of The Case Against Chris Stapleton As Country Musics Savior, concluding that some people are entirely too mistrustful of actual good things that come their [], The Justin Bieber-One Direction Race Is Too Close To Call - Stereogum Yesterday's Wine country classic song lyrics are the property of the respective artist, authors and labels, they are intended solely for educational purposes and private study only. Hes a mite too nasally to be a soul man like Solomon Burke or Otis Redding, so I wish hed quit trying to sound like them, and I just dont get the same feeling they put in their songs. Jones' 1985 song "Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes" pays tribute to his musical heroesHank Williams, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggardbut rest assured, if there's ever a country music Mount Rushmore, The Possum's mug will be on it. And I think that there are very few serious lovers of music in the grand scheme of things. 12:25 pm. Oh snap! 12:00 pm. A man has to eat. (Dolly Shine.check them out on ITunes. He wrote the song, then at some point Bryan put a hold on it as they call it in the business, and eventually decided to record it. He made money for himself and his family, while building connections that eventually let him release an album on his own terms. Finally, it seems to me Hayes is suffering from what I like to call Avril Lavigne Syndrome. Just because Timberlake is more liked than most pop stars in country and beyond, doesnt remove the fact that hes still a pop star, and one who got his start in a boy band to boot. 12:21 pm. He shows up, puts on his tool belt, and builds what the client wants. I found The Drive By Truckers, Blackberry Smoke, Canadian Ragweed, Ray Wylie Hubbard, The Steel Drivers and ALOT of Texas Red Dirt Music. I dont like Some are country music warriors whove been fighting this fight for so long, they dont know how to turn their daggers in for plowshares. This is a complete shot across the bow of Saving Country Music. Its just the passion is lacking, and I think he also needs to seek out collaborators in production who know how to elevate his potential in both veins rather than undermine them by paint-by-numbers approaches. Whether youre a country artist doing it the right way, or the fan of these such artists, Chris Stapletons success only bodes well for you. 2:25 pm. Angelo 2:34 pm. November 11, 2015 @ Putting aside being a true musician and songwriter for greed and selling out is the worst IMO. What he looks like. See all 11 formats and editions Hide other formats and editions. November 11, 2015 @ Sounds youre the entitled type just because you live near him. Some of them did, but those were the ones who were also smooth and good-looking. And it shouldnt. No need to apologize Robby. 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