If That Ain't Country

Series produced by Sean Hickey

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If That Ain't Country: a weekly, three-hour radio show featuring the very best in traditional country, honky tonk, bluegrass and western swing from the golden years 'til today. Including the popular If That Ain't Country's Year In Country Music - pulling out the big hits and memories from a weekly feature year in the world of country music.

Hosted by Western Red - it's US country music with an Australian twist, keeping true to the traditions that make country music great.

With a genuine love and deep respect for the music, the legends of the genre are right alongside the best of today's independent artists - a mix you won't find anywhere else.

We're broadcast around the world each week and we're always looking for new partner stations - if you are interested in more information or a welcome pack - please email westernred@ifthataintcountry.net.


391 Pieces

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Ep. 237 - Moe Bandy - Cowboys Ain't Supposed To Cry
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a Moe Bandy album from the height of his solo success: "Cowboys Ain't Supposed To Cry" (1978). Before his duets wi...

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  • Added: Jun 02, 2017
  • Length: 02:54:02
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Ep. 236 - Billie Jo Spears - Lonely Hearts Club
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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This week we're featuring one of Billie Jo Spears' finest records under the eye of producer Larry Butler on the United Artists label: "Lonely Heart...

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  • Added: May 26, 2017
  • Length: 01:53:10
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Ep. 235 - Justin Trevino - A Salute To Ray Price & The Cherokee Cowboys PART TWO
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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This week, it's part two of our look at Justin Trevino's latest album "A Salute To Ray Price & The Cherokee Cowboys" (2017). On the day in 1984 whe...

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  • Added: May 18, 2017
  • Length: 02:53:43
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Ep. 234 - Justin Trevino - A Salute To Ray Price & The Cherokee Cowboys PART ONE
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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This week, it's part one of our look at Justin Trevino's latest album "A Salute To Ray Price & The Cherokee Cowboys" (2017). Packed with twenty tra...

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  • Added: May 12, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:58
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 233 - Del Reeves - Looking At The World Through A Windshield
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a high-energy trucking-themed album from Del Reeves: "Looking At The World Through A Windshield" (1968). Filled wi...

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  • Added: May 05, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:22
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 232 - George Strait - Pure Country
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the best-selling album of George Strait's illustrious career: Pure Country (1992). As the soundtrack to the movie ...

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  • Added: Apr 27, 2017
  • Length: 02:53:08
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 231 - Mel Tillis - Heart Healer
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a 1976 album from master songwriter Mel Tillis: "Heart Healer". After having made himself a name as one of the fin...

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  • Added: Apr 21, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:29
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 230 - Joni Harms - After All
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a 2004 album from Oregon cowgirl Joni Harms: "After All". Having written or co-written all 13 tracks on the album ...

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  • Added: Apr 13, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:35
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 229 - Johnny Paycheck - Sings George Jones
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a 1991 tribute from Johnny Paycheck to George Jones: "Johnny Paycheck Sings George Jones". It's true that Paycheck...

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  • Added: Apr 07, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:07
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 228 - Jake Penrod - Out Of Control
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the latest EP from East Texas' own Jake Penrod: "Out Of Control". Early on in his career, Jake made his mark as a ...

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  • Added: Mar 31, 2017
  • Length: 02:51:45
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 227 - Johnny Bush - You Gave Me A Mountain
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, and back by popular demand, we're again featuring the most successful commercial album for Texas icon Johnny Bush: "You Gave Me A ...

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  • Added: Mar 23, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:29
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 226 - Linda Gail Lewis - The Two Sides Of
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the 1969 debut on the Smash label for Linda Gail Lewis: "The Two Sides Of Linda Gail Lewis". Like her older brothe...

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  • Added: Mar 17, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:05
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 225 - Roger Miller - Wild Child (Madcap Sensation Of Country Music)
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a 1965 release from Starday Records, highlighting a different side of Roger Miller: "Wild Child (Madcap Sensation ...

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  • Added: Mar 09, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:27
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 224 - The Malpass Brothers - The Malpass Brothers
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a 2015 self-titled release from North Carolina-based The Malpass Brothers: "The Malpass Brothers" (2015). Sporting...

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  • Added: Mar 03, 2017
  • Length: 02:51:27
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Ep. 223 - Guest Stars Of The Hee Haw Show
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a 1969 compilation album on the Pickwick label: "Guest Stars Of The Hee Haw Show". As the name suggests, the music...

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  • Added: Feb 24, 2017
  • Length: 02:52:45
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 222 - Johnny Sea - The World Of A Country Boy
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the biggest selling record in the career of Johnny Sea: "The World Of A Country Boy" (1964). Gulfport, Mississippi...

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  • Added: Feb 17, 2017
  • Length: 02:50:46
  • Purchases: 1
Ep. 221 - Jeannie Seely - Can I Sleep In Your Arms/Lucky Ladies
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the biggest album for Jeannie Seely from the 1970s: "Can I Sleep In Your Arms/Lucky Ladies" (1973). Known as "Miss...

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  • Added: Feb 10, 2017
  • Length: 02:51:45
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Ep. 220 - Jeff Woolsey - The Real Me
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring a strong album of traditional country dance tunes from Texas honky tonker Jeff Woolsey: "The Real Me" (2016). True...

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  • Added: Feb 03, 2017
  • Length: 02:53:27
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 219 - Lynn Anderson - Ride, Ride, Ride
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the debut album from Lynn Anderson on the Chart record label: "Ride, Ride, Ride" (1967). Having freshly moved over...

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  • Added: Jan 27, 2017
  • Length: 02:50:39
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Ep. 218 - Larry Boone - Larry Boone (Self Titled)
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode, we're featuring the debut album from Florida honky-tonker Larry Boone: "Larry Boone" (1987). Although his career as a singer wasn'...

  • Added: Jan 20, 2017
  • Length: 02:51:43

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