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Western wheatgrass sways in the wind, flowing like the manes and tails of the horses striding across the pasture. They’re aiming toward a brown and black herd of mama cows and their calves that are being pushed into corrals for the spring branding on the Mill Iron S Ranch south ...

2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for country music, marked by a surge of genre fusion and a new generation of artists redefining the sound of Nashville. The latest wave of talent is pushing boundaries—blending pop, hip-hop, and southern rock influences—while staying true to country’s storytelling roots. ...

Authenticity radiates from Adrian Brannan in any setting, but especially while she’s on stage. Whether the “Buckaroo Girl” is singing the Star-Spangled Banner to 50,000 rodeo fans at the 2021 American Rodeo or performing at the Western Heritage Awards in a formal gown, Brannan is comfortable on stage, and it shows ...

Kenny Feidler’s voice sounds exactly how a rodeo cowboy turned country music singer’s should when you envision a bronc rider at the microphone—a little gravelly, deep, and steeped in emotion. That emotion has driven Feidler from his origins in Baltimore, Md., to his home today outside of Rapid City, S.D.  ...

Cowboy boots are an essential part of a Western wardrobe. From ranchers and rodeo competitors to trendsetters and anyone looking for a little giddyup in their step, Western boots make a statement. But peruse the shelves of your local Western wear store and you might be overwhelmed by the options ...

Ella Langley & Riley Green Score Early Win Ahead of 2025 ACM Awards Country music is buzzing this week as Ella Langley and Riley Green clinched an early victory at the 2025 Academy of Country Music Awards. Their duet, “You Look Like You Love Me,” won Visual Media of the ...

If you’re like us, you’re a fan of Beyoncé’s newest—and Grammy-winning—album Cowboy Carter. Beginning with her Renaissance tour in 2023 and continuing with her country album, Beyoncé has inspired a revival of Western wear in mainstream culture. However, Black cowboys have always been part of our history. To celebrate this ...

Step into style with one of these on-trend Western boots from brands you’ll love. Ariat Casanova Western Boot This best-selling boot from Ariat is a showstopper thanks to gorgeous stitching, premium leather and 16-inch shaft. It includes ATS technology for ergonomic support, resoleable Goodyear leather welt construction, vegetable-tanned leather sole, ...

Outlaw country star Cody Jinks is back on the airwaves with his latest single, *”Snake Bit,”* released on April 4, 2025. Known for his raw storytelling and gritty sound, Jinks delivers a powerful message of resilience and defiance in this hard-hitting track. *”Snake Bit”* is a bold anthem that confronts ...

Plan your next trip around a visit to one of these Western museums. The Old West is one of the most fascinating and popular periods in American history. What most people know about this period comes from film and television. But if you really want to know what the Old ...