34 episodes
Cocaine & Rhinestones: The History of Country Music Tyler Mahan Coe
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4.9 • 217 Ratings
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Book Adaptation of Season 2
Season 2 has been adapted into a book from Simon & Schuster, available now
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CR031/PH17 - Choices: George Jones' Last Run
At least this whole story has a happy ending, right? Of course, whether or not that's true depends a lot on your personal definitions of both "happy ending" and "whole story" but, either way, today we reach the final chapter of George Jones' life. Don't worry, it'll all be over soon.
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CR030/PH16 - Another Lonely Song: The Tammy Wynette & George Richey Story
Oh, you thought Jones had a hard time dealing with George Richey? Imagine being married to the guy. Today we say one of the saddest and most infuriating goodbyes we'll ever have to say, the one we say to Tammy Wynette.
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CR029/PH15 - Hell Stays Open All Night Long: George Jones, Phase III
Oh, you're back to hear more things that will chill you to the bone? Then we can talk about what George Jones' life was like in the period leading up to and through the biggest hit of his career. If you've ever wondered what it's like to be afraid of a demonic duck or try murdering your best friend to test the existence of God, well, these are questions only George Jones can answer but just asking them makes for one jaw-dropping and heartbreaking story.
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CR028/PH14 - Divorce/Death: He Stopped Loving Her Today, The Grand Tour & A Good Year for the Roses
It's a known fact that "He Stopped Loving Her Today" is the best and saddest country song of all time. But... is it?
Customer Reviews
Not a county music fan but….
This podcast is outstanding. One of the best out there….and that’s coming from someone who has helped produce the best podcast in the universe…..
You don’t have to be a fan of country music to get hooked on this one. It’s not my first choice either, that said…..
This is my second time through since the release of the final episode of season 2, and I’m certainly digging much more out of it than I expected for a second listen.
Tyler has put in a massive effort to dig out the facts, to allay the rumours and conjecture, and to lay it all out bare in a logical and thorough yet entertaining way. As a musician, his coverage of the production and arrangement “tricks” used has given me a whole new insight to the inner workings of a world of music I had never considered, and I definitely feel more enriched for it
Tyler has a gift. Show him some appreciation for his incredible and dare I say timeless work.
Rob from Australia
New to this podcast and love it. Great research and story telling.
Hope it continues.
Colleen from Australia
Love the Choices episode brilliant