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    5 Best Country Albums of 2017
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    5 Best Country Albums of 2017 | Year in Review

    Chris Stapleton, Thomas Rhett, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, and Blake Shelton own the 5 Best Country Albums of 2017.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 20, 2017 ago
    Luke Bryan, What Makes You Country © Capitol
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    Luke Bryan, What Makes You Country | Album Review 💿

    Country music superstar Luke Bryan returns with an enjoyable, well-rounded 6th studio album in ‘What Makes You Country.’ Nothing brand-new, but consistent.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 12, 2017 ago
    Walker Hayes, boom. © Monument / Sony
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    Walker Hayes, boom. | Album Review 💿

    Alabama country musician Walker Hayes serves up his intriguing, quirky brand of country music on his highly-anticipated album, ‘boom.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 11, 2017 ago
    Chris Stapleton, From a Room: Volume 2 © Mercury
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    Chris Stapleton, From a Room: Volume 2 | Album Review 💿

    Ever-consistent and ever-compelling, country music standout Chris Stapleton returns with another superb album with ‘From a Room: Volume 2.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsDecember 5, 2017 ago
    Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, The Rest of Our Life © Sony Nashville
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    Tim McGraw & Faith Hill, The Rest of Our Life | Album Review

    Country vets Tim McGraw and Faith Hill join forces musically for collaborative album ‘The Rest of Our Life.’  Ultimately, it’s enjoyable and well-rounded.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 20, 2017 ago
    Blake Shelton, Texoma Shore [📷: Warner]
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    Blake Shelton, Texoma Shore | Album Review

    Blake Shelton returns with a consistent, enjoyable studio album with ‘Texoma Shore.’ His voice and personality shines through.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsNovember 9, 2017 ago
    Chris Young, Losing Sleep © RCA
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    Chris Young, Losing Sleep | Album Review

    Among country music’s most consistent artists, Chris Young continues to make well-rounded, quality music on his sixth studio album, ‘Losing Sleep.’

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsOctober 25, 2017 ago
    Dustin Lynch, Current Mood [📷: Broken Bow]
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    Dustin Lynch, Current Mood | Album Review

    Dustin Lynch delivers an enjoyable, third LP with ‘Current Mood,’ showcasing his talent and willingness to experiment and evolve country music.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsSeptember 11, 2017 ago
    Thomas Rhett, Life Changes [📷: Big Machine]
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    Thomas Rhett, Life Changes | Album Review

    Thomas Rhett puts together an enjoyable, well-rounded effort on this third album, ‘Life Changes.’ ‘Life Changes’ represents the new generation of country.

    By the musical hype, 8 yearsSeptember 11, 2017 ago
    Chris Stapleton, From a Room: Volume 1 © Mercury
    Album 💿

    Chris Stapleton, From a Room: Volume 1 | Album Review 💿

    Chris Stapleton remains consistent on his sophomore album, From a Room: Volume 1. It’s a brief affair, but superbly executed.

    By the musical hype, 9 yearsMay 9, 2017 ago
    Chase Rice, Ignite the Night © Dack Janiels
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    Chase Rice, Ignite The Night | Album Review

    Country up-and-comer Chase Rice makes a major label splash with ‘Ignite The Night.’ Overall, ‘Ignite The Night’ is an imperfect, but enjoyable album.

    By the musical hype, 11 yearsAugust 25, 2014 ago
    Hunter Hayes, Storyline © Atlantic
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    Hunter Hayes, Storyline | Album Review

    ‘Storyline,’ the sophomore album by country artist Hunter Hayes, is an enjoyable listen that highlights his strengths more often than not.

    By the musical hype, 12 yearsMay 12, 2014 ago

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