Tom's Country View

"In 2024, pop artists made their love for country music known, and, today, Grammy voters made their love known for those efforts.Pop and R&B stars dominated the country Grammy nominations, including Beyoncé, who was the only artist to receive a nod in all four country categories." (Melinda Newman / billboard.com, November 8, 2024)

"The Beetle reached its highest stage of development in its evolution as model 1303 in August of 1972. Interested buyers could choose between six models of the 1303. [...] The sixth model was added in 1973 with the VW 1303 A as an additional economy Beetle with the small 34 hp engine, plain black bumpers and a simple interior." (Hans-Georg Steffens / kaeferwissen.de/modellentwicklung/vw-1303)

"BREAKING NEWS: New York journalist discovers new genre of music called "country" due to the release of Beyonce's new record "Cowboy Carter"." (Colby Acuff / X [former Twitter], March 30, 2024)

"He’s a star for sure, but the “pop” part of it is still a little beyond him — he’s never had a real crossover radio hit or a major TV appearance, and might not be interested in playing the game that would lead to those kind of looks anyway. For now at least, he’s likely content being America’s biggest cult star." (Billboard Magazine, Dezember 8, 2023)

"The Pepsi Gulf Coast Jam offers a truly unique experience for any festival-goer. Located in picturesque Panama City Beach FL, the salty scenery of the beaches offers attendees the ultimate vacation feeling. Fans have traveled from all over the world to attend this festival which hosts some of country music ‘s biggest stars. From the beach, charming local eateries and the music what more could you ask for?"   (jonesaroundtheworld.com / The 30 Best Country Music Festivals in the U.S.A.)

"When you see me, you don’t get it initially — then you meet me, and hear the story and hear the music. I just feel like I represent the guy who looks at himself in the mirror every day and goes, ‘Yeah, guys like me don’t make it.’ "   (Jelly Roll / billboard.com, December 8, 2022)