Cookin' Country

Cookin' Country is the genuine article for those tired of pop-country's plastic sheen. The playlist dives deep into outlaw country with Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Merle Haggard dominating the afternoon spins. But they mix in contemporary acts like Sturgill Simpson and Tyler Childers, preserving the twang. It's not all grit: there's room for Dolly Parton and Patsy Cline too. The DJs sound like they're broadcasting from a truck stop in Texas, and that's a compliment. No slick voiceovers, just enthusiasm. If you want to listen to Cookin' Country online, you're getting a station that resp…