Developed by John Fahey and artists on his Takoma Records label, this finger-picking style of guitar playing combines country and blues techniques with neo-classical composition.
Great music sometimes only requires one great guitarist. A great melody in beautiful harmony with six strings can be as powerful as a full orchestra. Enjoy these classic guitar works, perfect for an intimate dinner party for two.
Wake up to a touch of twang with these country tunes that'll coax you from your slumber with a Nashville nudge. These country gems have just enough kick to get your engine running.
Developed by John Fahey and artists on his Takoma Records label, this finger-picking style of guitar playing combines country and blues techniques with neo-classical composition.
These are the women who wander freely through the worlds of folk, country, bluegrass, and other Americana styles, stirring up a sound that evokes an evening spent watching the sun go down on a rural back porch.
Get into the spirit of the season with this mix of country favorites and classic Christmas songs handpicked by Blake Shelton. Visit UltimateCountryChristmas.com for a chance to win a trip to the ACM's!
Christmas is a time for honoring traditions. What better soundtrack could you have for ushering in the holidays than these time-tested seasonal tunes by some of the bluegrass world's brightest lights?
The decorations are set and the toddies are spiced, but a Christmas party isn't complete without a classic, and classy, soundtrack. Listen to the lush arrangements and sonorous voices of the iconic post-war crooners who set the standard for holiday music.
From easygoing to uplifting, these twangin' tunes deliver the ultimate country music morning. Now you've got just what it takes to start your day off right, country-style.
A cover can be seen as the ultimate tribute and Johnny Cash's songs have been covered more than most. Listen to the best covers of songs by The Man In Black.
String quartets can explode with all the drama of a full orchestra or melt your heart like a fine operatic aria. The classic combination of two violins, viola and cello has remained a centuries-long standard for good reason. Sit back and enjoy the ride.
Sinatra's artistry is so all-encompassing you could easily spend your entire life listening to no one else. But even the most fanatical Frank lovers might want to mix it up once in a while, so here's a batch of vocalists bound to appeal to admirers of Ol' Blue Eyes.
Whether you're lounging in a hammock or soaking up rays on a summer afternoon, this eclectic mix will help you reach your full potential for relaxation.
Great music sometimes only requires one great guitarist. A great melody in beautiful harmony with six strings can be as powerful as a full orchestra. Enjoy these classic guitar works, perfect for an intimate dinner party for two.
Sometimes playful and sometimes soothing, these pop artists aim for a more sophisticated and classic sound at Christmastime. Make some hot cocoa, put on your favorite Christmas sweater, and relax by the fire with today's most talented vocalists.
Introspective folk-based songs to help you reflect during the fleeting moments of magic hour when the sun has dipped below the horizon but hasn't yet set.
Nothing provides musical excitement like the high male voice. Though the days of the castrati are thankfully long past, we can still enjoy the sound that makes us swoon in these popular classical-crossover favorites.
Everyone with a soft spot for singer/songwriters knows their Troubadour History 101, filled with songsmiths from previous generations, but here's where you'll find the best of the current crop of artists committed to the crafting of thoughtful tunes.