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FeaturesJoshua Ray Walker: King Of The Honky-Tonk MisfitsJoshua Ray Walker’s role model for his hit “Sexy After Dark” was not Tim McGraw, Billy Ray Cyrus or Keith Urban. It was Conway Twitty. Twitty, Walker said in a phone interview with BandWagon, was sort of a goofy guy who managed to sing some of the most romantic songs in country music. It’s not like Twitty belonged on the cast of Hee Haw, but he wasn’t Elvis. One of the intentions of “Sexy After Dark,” Walker said, was to pay a backhanded but lighthearted tribute to all the people like Twitty. “There’s a history of country crooners who aren’t sexy – putting out sexy songs,” Walker said. “‘Slow Hand’ is one of my favorites. Twitty is so goofy-looking, but he sold it. He really sold it.” The other intent, Walker said, was to poke fun at himself. He knows he’s also not Elvis.Dan England · Apr 8, 2022

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Cover Story: Strange Music’s Break Out Artist Kutt Calhoun Talks ShopStrange Music has been a notable hip-hop label for many years, primarily due to the recognition of founder, Tech N9ne.Mikey Unruh · Oct 8, 2013

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FeaturesCover Story: Macklemore & Ryan LewisMacklemore’s career is proof that you can work hard enough to earn your place in the spotlight.Mikey Unruh · Mar 4, 2013 FeaturesThe Photo Atlas – “Stuck In A Honeytrap”In a time when electronic dance music rules the airwaves, The Photo Atlas is refreshing proof that post-punk is still breathing and can serve the same demographic.Austin Wulf · Feb 6, 2013