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.
Annie Parnell
Remembering Karen Dalton: A Musician On Her Own Terms
Although details about Karen Dalton’s life are difficult to come by, she had an unquestionable impact on the musical landscape of the 1960s and 70s.
![‘I Wanted to Be Honest’ — H.C. McEntire Explores ‘Every Acre’ With New Album [INTERVIEW]](http://townsquare.media/site/623/files/2023/01/attachment-h-c-mcentire-every-acre-interview.jpg?w=980&q=75)
‘I Wanted to Be Honest’ — H.C. McEntire Explores ‘Every Acre’ With New Album [INTERVIEW]
McEntire's latest album examines grief and loss through earnest, alt-country storytelling.
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.
![Keb’ Mo’ and Darius Rucker Come Home With New Song ‘Good Strong Woman’ [Watch]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/10/attachment-darius-rucker-keb-mo-good-strong-woman-collaboration.jpg?w=980&q=75)
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]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/10/attachment-elton-john-glen-campbell-lockdown-sessions.jpg?w=980&q=75)
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.
![Kacey Musgraves Goes Soft-Glam Equestrian at 2021 Met Gala [Pictures]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/09/attachment-Kacey-Musgraves-Met-Gala-2021.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Kacey Musgraves Goes Soft-Glam Equestrian at 2021 Met Gala [Pictures]
The 2020 Met Gala was canceled due to COVID-19 concerns, so stars went big in 2021.
Garth Brooks’ Dive Bar Tour Will Return in 2021
He'll still be on the road for fans to enjoy, despite the pandemic.
Dolly Parton Wins First Emmy Award for Netflix Christmas Movie
Parton won as an executive producer of the film 'Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square'.
Sturgill Simpson Says ‘The Ballad of Dood and Juanita’ Will Be His Last Solo Album
The singer-songwriter says he’s directing his attention to collaborative projects.
Hear Sturgill Simpson and Willie Nelson’s New Collaboration, ‘Juanita’
"Juanita" is featured on Simpson's new concept album, 'The Ballad of Dood and Juanita'.
![Brothers Osborne’s ‘I’m Not for Everyone’ Video Features Leslie Jordan’s Sweet Dance Moves [Watch]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/08/attachment-brothers-osborne-leslie-jordan-video.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Brothers Osborne’s ‘I’m Not for Everyone’ Video Features Leslie Jordan’s Sweet Dance Moves [Watch]
The music video is an uplifting testament to celebrating individuality while also coming together.
![Maren Morris ‘Lights Up’ the Crowd With New Stoner Anthem on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ [Watch]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/08/attachment-MarenMorris-e1629228007656.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Maren Morris ‘Lights Up’ the Crowd With New Stoner Anthem on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ [Watch]
“Let’s light up legally — from the purple hazy mountains, from sea to THC,” Morris' new stoner anthem concludes.