Progressive country releases, week 36

This week's progressive country highlights reflect on enduring legacies and evolving identities within the genre. New interpretations of classic songs by artists like Dolly Parton and Elvis Presley underscore a continued dialogue between past and present. The release of Bad Wolves' cover of 'Jolene' and reflections on Waylon Jennings' iconic work illustrate how traditional themes are reimagined. Meanwhile, commentary on Miley Cyrus's name change and Janis Joplin's historic recording offer context for how personal and artistic reinvention shape country music's trajectory.

1. 01

   Billy Ray Cyrus, Miley, Dolly Parton

   Billy Ray Cyrus reacts to Miley dropping 'Cyrus' from her name

   Sep 3 · 10 outlets

2. 02

   Bad Wolves, Dolly Parton, Jolene

   Bad Wolves release cover of Dolly Parton's 'Jolene'

   Sep 1 · 8 outlets

3. 03

   Janis Joplin, Kris Kristofferson

   56 Years Ago Today, Janis Joplin Stepped in the Studio To Record the Haunting Kris Kristofferson Tune That Granted Her Immortality

   Sep 5 · 1 outlet

4. 04

   Elvis Presley

   Il était une fois Burning Love par Elvis Presley

   Sep 3 · 1 outlet

5. 05

   Waylon Jennings

   If Waylon Jennings Didn’t Want to Be Outlaw Country, He Shouldn’t Have Released This No. 1 Hit

   Sep 2 · 1 outlet

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