Women at radio are somewhat a hard find. Country radio is definitely not exactly friendly to the more feminine aspects of the world but they are frequently among the most interesting. This crop of singles by women have two highlights, two with potential and one lackluster filler by a former great.
Jana Kramer - "Whiskey"
She may have questionable taste in men, both in the song and real life, but dang does she know how to sing about it. She sings the bitter lyrics with a vulnerability that suggest she isn't quite over it, producing one of the finest singles by a female artist who actually has a shot at radio. You go girl!
Grade: A-
She may have questionable taste in men, both in the song and real life, but dang does she know how to sing about it. She sings the bitter lyrics with a vulnerability that suggest she isn't quite over it, producing one of the finest singles by a female artist who actually has a shot at radio. You go girl!
Grade: A-
RaeLynn - "Boyfriend"
Minimal production, realistically human lyrics that are a sweet piece of Taylor Swift style writing that works. Even the name dropped Shania Twain likes it. Although it could definitely benefit from some wisdom, it is good radio fodder.
Grade: B-
Minimal production, realistically human lyrics that are a sweet piece of Taylor Swift style writing that works. Even the name dropped Shania Twain likes it. Although it could definitely benefit from some wisdom, it is good radio fodder.
Grade: B-
Kelly Clarkson - "Don't Rush" (featuring Vince Gill)
One great voice. One sweet piece of 80's country-soul. One strong harmony by a great. One strong song. She's got great taste, dabble more please!
Grade: B
One great voice. One sweet piece of 80's country-soul. One strong harmony by a great. One strong song. She's got great taste, dabble more please!
Grade: B
Maggie Rose - "I Ain't Your Mama"
A sassy, exciting track like "Any Man of Mine" 2013 (or 2012). A bright spot of novelty and authenticity that lights up radio like a spark from a star who, until now, has been very average.
Grade: A
A sassy, exciting track like "Any Man of Mine" 2013 (or 2012). A bright spot of novelty and authenticity that lights up radio like a spark from a star who, until now, has been very average.
Grade: A
Faith Hill - "American Heart"
Poorly written, trite lyrics matched with too much production and a lackluster vocal performance from a once great voice. This is a superstar dwindling in the twilight of her career.
Grade: C-
Poorly written, trite lyrics matched with too much production and a lackluster vocal performance from a once great voice. This is a superstar dwindling in the twilight of her career.
Grade: C-
