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.


389 Pieces

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Ep. 367 - Dallas Moore - Tryin' To Be A Blessing
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring the second album in as many years for road warrior Dallas Moore: "Tryin' To Be A Blessing" (2019). Moore ha...

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  • Added: Nov 29, 2019
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 368 - All Faron!
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're taking the time to remember the almost unrivalled charisma, vocal versatility and showmanship of Faron Young. We've s...

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  • Added: Dec 06, 2019
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 369 - Jean Shepard - Slippin' Away
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Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring Jean Shepard's return to form: "Slippin' Away" (1973). Absent from the Top 5 since 1964, Shepard enjoyed a ...

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  • Added: Dec 12, 2019
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 370 - Curtis Leach - The Indescribable Curtis Leach
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Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring the only album from the short, mysterious and tragic career of Curtis Leach: "The Indescribable Curtis Leach...

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  • Added: Dec 18, 2019
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 371 - Freddy Weller - The Roadmaster
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring a solid traditional country release from the often overlooked career of Freddy Weller: "The Roadmaster" (19...

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  • Added: Dec 27, 2019
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 372 - Jerry Webb - Red Lips & Honky Tonks
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring a hardcore Texas country album from Jerry Webb: "Red Lips & Honky Tonks" (2007). Originally hailing from We...

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  • Added: Jan 03, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 373 - The Country Gentlemen - Joe's Last Train
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Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring a sensational album from bluegrass progressives The Country Gentlemen: "Joe's Last Train" (1976). The Gents...

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  • Added: Jan 10, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 374 - George Jones - Cold Hard Truth
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Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring George Jones' last album of the 20th Century: "Cold Hard Truth" (1999). After an association with MCA for m...

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  • Added: Jan 17, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 375 - The Mavericks - What A Crying Shame
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring the third album from The Mavericks, "What A Crying Shame" (1994). With roots in Miami's alternative and punk...

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  • Added: Jan 24, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 376 - Peggy Sue - Dynamite!
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring the first album from Peggy Sue Wells, "Dynamite!" (1969). Famously the younger sister of Loretta Lynn and t...

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  • Added: Jan 31, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 377 - Merle Haggard - Blue Jungle
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring Merle Haggard's first album for the 1990s and his first for his new label, Curb: "Blue Jungle" (1990). After...

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  • Added: Feb 07, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 378 - Conway Twitty - Play, Guitar Play
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring another huge album from Conway Twitty: "Play, Guitar Play" (1977). There were two singles and two obligatory...

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  • Added: Feb 13, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 379 - Merlin Gene - People, Places & Things
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring a 2018 album for RFD-TV personality Merlin Gene, "People, Places & Things". With the first season of the po...

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  • Added: Feb 21, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 380 - Marty Robbins - Good N' Country
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring Marty Robbins' third album (of four) for MCA Records: "Good 'N Country" (1974). After twenty years, Columbi...

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  • Added: Feb 28, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 381 - Dallas Moore - Tryin' To Be A Blessing
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring the second album in as many years for road warrior Dallas Moore: "Tryin' To Be A Blessing" (2019). Moore ha...

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  • Added: Mar 06, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 382 - Rose Maddox - Reckless Love & Bold Adventure
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a 1977 album from the clear and resonant vocal of Rose Maddox: "Reckless Love & Bold Adventure". A suitably ...

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  • Added: Mar 13, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 383 - Al Dean & The Allstars - From Texas To Nashville
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring an excellent slice of 60s Texas country from Al Dean & The Allstars: "From Texas To Nashville" (1967). Haili...

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  • Added: Mar 20, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 384 - Johnny Bush & The Bandoleros - Live! At Dance Town USA
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a slice of Texas dancehall music at it's best from Johnny Bush & The Bandoleros: "Live! At Dance Town USA" (...

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  • Added: Mar 27, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
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Ep. 385 - Jean Shepard - Slippin' Away
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode, we're featuring Jean Shepard's return to form: "Slippin' Away" (1973). Absent from the Top 5 since 1964, Shepard enjoyed a ...

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  • Added: Apr 03, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 386 - Red Steagall - Hang On Feelin'
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a 1978 album for Texas icon Red Steagall: "Hang On Feelin'". Recorded and released during a period of contin...

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  • Added: Apr 10, 2020
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2

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