James Taylor – Handy Man (1977)
Introduction: For those of us who came of age in the singer-songwriter heyday of the 70s, James Taylor’s “Handy Man” (1977) holds…
Dr Hook – “Sharing The Night Together” (1978)
Introduction: For those of us who followed the pop and soft rock scene of the late 70s, the opening notes of Dr.…
Jim Reeves – Have I Told You Lately That I Love You (1964)
Introduction: Jim Reeves’ “Have I Told You Lately That I Love You”. Now that’s a song that tugs at the heartstrings, a…
Jim Croce – “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown” (1973)
Introduction: Jim Croce’s “Bad, Bad Leroy Brown”. Released in 1973 on his album “Life and Times”, this energetic tune would become his…
Glen Campbell – Rhinestone Cowboy (1975)
Introduction: Glen Campbell’s “Rhinestone Cowboy”, a song that needs little introduction for many folks. Released in 1975, it became an instant classic,…
Randy Travis – Forever And Ever, Amen (1987)
Introduction: “Forever And Ever, Amen” (1987) by country music powerhouse Randy Travis is a song that tugs at the heartstrings in more…
Don Williams – Lay Down Beside Me (1978)
Introduction: If you’re looking for a song that embodies tenderness and a longing for solace, look no further than Don Williams’ “Lay…
John Denver – “Take Me Home, Country Roads” (1971)
Introduction: There’s something undeniably comforting and evocative about John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” (1971). Released on his album Poems, Prayers…
Alan Jackson – Small Town Southern Man
Introduction: For a healthy dose of nostalgia and a celebration of heartland values, look no further than “Small Town Southern Man” (2007)…
Hank Williams – Hey Good Lookin’
Introduction: “Hey Good Lookin'” (1951) might seem like a simple, lighthearted tune on the surface, a catchy little ditty perfect for toe-tapping…