In this episode of Across The Country With Amanda, we dive into "Better Man," the second single from The Warren Brothers' debut album, Beautiful Day in a Cruel World. Despite its low peak at 32 on the country charts, "Better Man" remains a standout in their catalog. The episode also highlights the Warren Brothers' successful songwriting careers including cuts from major artists like Faith Hill and Tim McGraw.

00:00 Introduction to Better Man by the Warren Brothers

00:10 The Warren Brothers' Early Career

00:46 BNA Records in the '90s

01:23 Better Man: The Song and Its Impact

02:07 Songwriting Success in the 2000s

02:35 Recent Activities and Personal Stories

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In this episode of Across the Country with Amanda, Amanda reveals her top contenders for the 2025 Country Music Hall of Fame's Modern Era category. She discusses a range of artists who achieved national prominence at least 20 years ago, highlighting their significant contributions to country music. Featured artists include Steve Wariner, Roseanne Cash, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Shania Twain, and many more. Amanda also makes her pick for the 2025 inductee, praising their innovative impact on the genre. Tune in for insights and predictions on future Hall of Fame members.00:00 Introduction to the Modern Era Category00:43 Overview of Recent Inductees01:13 Underrated Artists from the 80s02:15 Influential Women in Country Music04:01 The 90s Country Music Boom04:45 Future Hall of Fame Inductees05:03 2025 Predictions

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In this episode of Across the Country with Amanda, Amanda explores Martina McBride's 1999 album Emotion. Highlighting how the album stood out during a competitive era in country music, Amanda discusses its deeper themes, unique production quality, and chart successes like "I Love You." She also covers Martina's significant moments at award shows and how the album contributed to her career surge. The episode provides a nostalgic look at the impactful music and performances of Martina McBride, making a case for why Emotion still resonates today.

00:00 Introduction to an Underrated Album

00:59 Setting the Scene: Martina's Career in the Late 90s

02:18 The Release of 'Emotion' and Its Impact

03:52 Martina's Milestone Moments

05:23 Chart Success and Continued Dominance

06:58 Production Insights and Crossover Success

08:27 Reflecting on 'Emotion' and Its Legacy

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