Country Music Single Releases - Week of September 15, 2008

What happens when you get two of today's most popular Country Music artists and guitar players together? You get "Start A Band," by Brad Paisley (featuring Keith Urban). There's always a potential for a song not to be the perfect fit for artists with two different styles, but this one is the right fit. Sometimes you just know when a song will be a hit with an audience and this is definitely one of them. Listen

"Love Story" marks the first single from Taylor Swift's highly anticipated sophomore album. Using this song as any indication as to what will be on the new album, she should feel confident that her success will roll along for a while longer. It seems as if Taylor isn't trying to go for a more grown-up sound this time around, meaning that she is keeping her promise to stay true to the fan base she has already. I like how the love story between these two people is related by using "Romeo and Juliet." Only this time, there's a happy ending. Listen

Since reviewing Steve's latest album Indianola, I can't get enough of his music. "You're My Life" is such a happy, positive song that should be able to make anyone feel better after listening to it. Even if you don't currently have a significant other, the lyrics give you hope and a reason to get out there to look for one.
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What is there to say about Randy Travis that hasn't already been said? From the very first song he released until now, he hasn't lost a step. He's sounding just as good now as he did back then and I hope he never gives up the business. Country Music and Country Radio needs artists like him to help carry on the tradition. Listen
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