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.


403 Pieces

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Ep. 616 - Kristyn Harris - Down The Trail
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Kristyn Harris - Down The Trail (2015).

  • Added: Sep 14, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
Ep. 615 - David Wills - Barrooms To Bedrooms
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: David Wills - Barrooms To Bedrooms (1975).

Bought by KEOS and KSRQ


  • Added: Sep 06, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 614 - Box o' 45s: Red Steagall
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Box o' 45s: Red Steagall.

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Aug 30, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 613 - Box o' 45s: Rem Wall & The Green Valley Boys
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Box o' 45s: Rem Wall & The Green Valley Boys.

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Aug 23, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 612 - Randy Travis - Old 8x10
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Randy Travis - Old 8x10 (1988).

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Aug 16, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 611 - Conway Twitty – Darling, You Know I Wouldn’t Lie
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Conway Twitty – Darling, You Know I Wouldn’t Lie (1969).

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Aug 09, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 610 - Clint Black - Put Yourself In My Shoes
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Clint Black - Put Yourself In My Shoes (1990).

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Aug 02, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 609 - Garth Brooks - Garth Brooks (Self Titled)
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Garth Brooks - Garth Brooks (Self Titled) (1989).

Bought by KEOS and KSRQ


  • Added: Jul 26, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 608 - Merle Haggard – A Tribute To The Best Damn Fiddle Player In The World
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Merle Haggard – A Tribute To The Best Damn Fiddle Player In The World (1970).

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Jul 18, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 607 - James O'Gwynn - The Very Best Of
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: James O'Gwynn - The Very Best Of (1962).

Bought by KEOS and KSRQ


  • Added: Jul 13, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:38
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 606 - Tracy Byrd - Love Lessons
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Tracy Byrd - Love Lessons (1995).

Bought by KEOS and KSRQ


  • Added: Jul 05, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 605 - Charley Pride - From Me To You
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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FEATURE ALBUM: Charley Pride - From Me To You (1970).

Bought by KSRQ, RadioFreePalmer, and KEOS


  • Added: Jun 28, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 3
Ep. 604 - The Reeves Brothers - King Of Country Music
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a gritty example of 21st century honky tonk from The Reeves Brothers: "King Of Country Music" (2017). Sons o...

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: Jun 19, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 603 - Red Steagall & The Coleman County Cowboys - For All Our Cowboy Friends
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this episode we're featuring a rodeo-themed album from ex-bull rider Red Steagall and his road band The Coleman County Cowboys: "For All Our Cow...

Bought by KSRQ, RadioFreePalmer, and KEOS


  • Added: Jun 11, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 3
Ep. 602 - Hugh X. Lewis - Country Fever
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring Kentucky's Hugh X. Lewis' fourth album for Kapp Records: "Country Fever" (1968). A high school buddy and his...

Bought by KSRQ, KEOS, and RadioFreePalmer


  • Added: Jun 02, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 3
Ep. 601 - Justin Tubb - Justin Tubb (Self Titled)
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a very personal and sometimes touching tribute to Ernest Tubb from his eldest son, Justin Tubb: "Justin Tubb...

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: May 26, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 600 - Laura Cash - Awake But Dreaming
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a labour of love from Laura Cash: "Awake But Dreaming" (2010). A fine collection of western swing and tradit...

Bought by KSRQ and KEOS


  • Added: May 19, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 2
Ep. 599 - The Derailers - Full Western Dress
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring an album from Austin-based outfit The Derailers from the peak of their power: "Full Western Dress" (1999). R...

Bought by KSRQ, KEOS, and RadioFreePalmer


  • Added: May 11, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 3
Ep. 598 - The Whites - Whole New World
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a 1985 album for family band The Whites: "Whole New World". When family patriarch and lynchpin of the group ...

Bought by KSRQ, RadioFreePalmer, and KEOS


  • Added: May 03, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 3
Ep. 597 - Hoot Hester - On The Swingin' Side
From: Sean Hickey
Series: If That Ain't Country
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In this week's episode we're featuring a rare lead vocal performance from Kentucky fiddleman Hoot Hester: "On The Swingin' Side". Stints with local...

Bought by KSRQ, RadioFreePalmer, and KEOS


  • Added: Apr 26, 2024
  • Length: 02:54:00
  • Purchases: 3

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