Battle of the Bangers: Blackberry Smoke vs. Chris Stapleton [VOTE]

Week 3 - Battle Of The Bangers

There's a plethora of music being released every single day. As a radio station, we simply can't play them all. I've put together a collection of some of my favorite tunes that either haven't made it, haven't been discovered, or simply haven't been heard. There may be artists you know, superstars you love, or names you've never heard of. I'll provide some backstory on the artist and my personal favorite lyrics from the song. You decide which one is the banger of the bunch to move on to next week's battle. Week two winner boasts a new crown holder with Blackberry Smoke's "Good One Comin' On".

Blackberry Smoke - Good One Comin' On

Hailing from Atlanta, Georgia, Blackberry Smoke is the epitome of modern southern rock twisted up with country storytelling. They are the first independent group to ever reach number one on the Billboard country albums chart in modern history.  I discovered the song "Good One Comin' On" while I was working in radio in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I did intros at a local weekend rodeo in Van Wert, Ohio. I would caravan a group of my girlfriends along with me, and this was our theme song for the rodeo ride to Ohio. It's the perfect toe-tapping, road tripping, good time song.

Lori's Favorite Lyrics:

"Throw in Ray Wylie Hubbard
Sing along to "Redneck Mother"
Any blues I had before are gone
Another workin' week is over
No chance of stayin' sober
I can feel a good one comin' on"

 

 Chris Stapleton - Bad As I Used To Be

He needs no introduction, but this particular song of his might. Written specifically for the blockbuster F1 movie, Stapleton shows off that Kentucky soul he's become so well known for. If you haven't caught the movie yet, I highly recommend it, and not just because the movie is incredible, but the soundtrack is fantastic! Stapleton's "Bad As I Used To Be" is a reflection of Brad Pitt's character, Sonny Hayes, and his return to the most prestigious auto racing sport in the world. If you don't tap your foot to this song, I'm not sure you know what good music is. Don't take my word for it, check out his live version from the 2025 CMA Awards and vote below!

Lori's Favorite Lyrics:

"No one's accusin' me of sanity
I ain't everybody's cup of tea
But that's the facts, I'm talkin' factually

You know, I'm just as bad as I used to be
Yes, I'm just as bad as I used to be"

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