Country music

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews two albums showcasing country musician Faron Young.

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews Emmylou Harris' new album, "Wrecking Ball." (Elektra/Asylum)

Music Critic Ken Tucker reviews the new country music CD by Dale Watson "Cheatin' Heart Attack." Tucker says he thinks most of today's country music is soft rock "safe" Watson's first CD has a refreshing sound of traditional country music.

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews Jerry Lee Lewis's new album "Young Blood." The album contains songs written by Hank Williams and Bobby Darrin.

Rock Critic Ken Tucker reviews country singer Dwight Yoakam's first concert album, "Dwight Live."

Rock Critic Ken Tucker reviews John Prine's new CD "Lost Dogs and Mixed Blessings."

Milo Miles reviews an anthology of music by the original bluegrass pioneer. Monroe is also featured in the film "High Lonesome."

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews two collections by country singer George Jones, plus a new release by Jones. The albums are "Cup of Loneliness: The Classic Mercury Years," "The Essential George Jones: The Spirit of Country," and "The Bradley Barn Sessions."

Rock critic Ken Tucker has a review of "Pretty Close to the Truth," the new recording by Jim Lauderdale.

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews "Webb Pierce: King of the Honky Tonk." Pierce's rough edge laid the groundwork for contemporary country music -- though Tucker says newer artists could use some of Pierce's passion.