Matt Wickstrom is a Kentucky-based journalist and country music fan. His byline can also be read at the Lexington (Ky.) Herald-Leader, The Bluegrass Situation, Holler Country, Wide Open Country and Cowboys & Indians, among others.
Matt Wickstrom
AmericanaFest 2022: The 5 Best Things We Saw on Wednesday
From Adeem the Artist to Miko Marks, here are 5 of the best Tuesday performances at AmericanaFest 2022.
Effie Zilch Ask for Action Against Climate Change With Groovy Anthem ‘Ship Has Sailed’ [PREMIERE]
The upbeat, groovy tune packs a powerful message we all need to hear.
CONCERT REVIEW: Turnpike Troubadours’ Red Dirt Reunion Rocks Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium
The Turnpike Troubadours capped their reunion tour with a stellar two-night run at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on July 29 and 30.
CONCERT REVIEW: American Aquarium Transport Concertgoers to ‘Chicamacomico’ in Ryman Debut
The show was nearly two decades in the making.
INTERVIEW: Amanda Rheaume Speaks Her Truth on Impactful New Album ‘The Spaces In Between’
She explores her identity, history, sense of belonging, the impacts of the colonial agenda and more on her first record since 2019.
Essential Tracks: Miko Marks on the Songs That Define Her Career
Country artist Miko Marks gives The Boot exclusive insight into the tracks that have become a pivotal part of her story as a singer-songwriter.
Nick Dittmeier Tries to Break Free From His Hometown in ‘I Suppose’ [LISTEN]
"I Suppose" is a synth-peppered country stomp from their upcoming album 'Heavy Denim,' set for release on July 15.
Interview: Jeff Hanna Retraces the Steps That Led to New Album ‘Dirt Does Dylan’
The legendary band pay tribute to another music icon with their latest project.
The SteelDrivers, Katie Pruitt and More Bring Sweet Sounds to 2022 North Carolina Brewers and Music Festival [REVIEW]
Country music took center stage.
Interview: Tenille Townes Reveals Her True Self on Stellar New EP ‘Masquerades’
Burgeoning singer-songwriter Tenille Townes talks about the new creative approach she took with her latest EP.