When Glen Campbell released “By The Time I Get To Phoenix” in 1967 off his album of the same name, he was not only on the seventh album of his career. Remarkably, Campbell was already on his third album released of the same year in just five months. Indeed, Campbell ended 1967 being one of … Read more
The American country music group the Highwaymen – composed of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson – released “Desperados Waiting For A Train” off their debut album Highwayman in 1985. The supergroup’s version reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. The Story Behind The Song Written by … Read more
Honestly, picking out a gift for someone at Christmas is one of the hardest choices we come through during the holidays. You’d never know what someone would want, but when you managed to tug their heartstrings through your gifts, the joy is simply unspeakable. Today, Matt Stell shared how he once received a Christmas Gift … Read more
On a day that only comes once a year where people can temporarily drop all their pain and problems turned out to be horrific for Nashville as it’s one of the victims of the handful of cities that were crushed by violence when a bomb exploded downtown on Christmas day. But there’s still a reason … Read more
The International Bluegrass Music Association confirmed Saturday, December 26, that Bluegrass Legend Tony Rice died at the age of 69. There were no further statements that were released on the official cause of death of Rice. Ricky Skaggs wrote on behalf of Rice’s family that his death occurred sometime on Christmas morning while having his … Read more
The chemistry between Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood is undeniable. And the power couple further proved that every time they perform together. Take for instance, the 2016 CMA Awards, where we got treated to an extra special performance of the husband-wife duo. Together, they joined forces to bring Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on a journey beyond … Read more
“Peace in the Valley” became a hit for Red Foley in 1951. Backed by the Sunshine Boys quartet, Foley’s version reached No. 7 on the Country & Western Best Seller chart. It also became the first gospel music record ever to sell a million copies. Sadly, on September 19, 1968, Foley died in his sleep … Read more
Linda Ronstadt conquered the charts and stole the hearts of many with her rendition of “Blue Bayou.” Ronstadt’s version of this timeless song was released off her 1977 studio album, Simple Dreams. In the United States, the song hit No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and held that position for four weeks. It also … Read more
Dolly Parton‘s rendition of “Go Tell It on the Mountain” is absolutely among the best you’ll ever hear. The country superstar recorded this Christmas carol for her second Christmas album, Home for Christmas, which she released in 1990. The album was composed of ten Christmas standards and came along with a television special brought by … Read more
Known as Mr. Grand Ole Opry, Porter Wagoner charted more than eighty singles from 1954 to 1983, and this includes “A Satisfied Mind.” The song has been covered by several notable artists, including Joan Baez, Glen Campbell, David Allan Coe, Willie Nelson, Lee Ann Womack, among others. But Wagoner’s version, recorded in 1954, hit No. … Read more
The legendary country duo Dan + Shay has a unique way of celebrating the holiday season. Together with Safe Haven Family Shelter, a Nashville-based shelter to the housing program, the country duo surprised three families with houses they could now call home. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dan + Shay (@danandshay) … Read more
Celebrities are Christmas lover folks, too. We might often see them on stage performing during these times, but when the opportunity comes, spending time with their own families means a lot to them. And when you ask them about their favorite Christmas traditions, their answers are not as far as you would expect: eating out, … Read more
Merle Haggard took one last look at his time in Bakersfield, California during the late 1970s through the song “Kern River Blues.” Before Haggard’s tragic passing on April 6, 2019, the country legend spent a good chunk of his energy battling pneumonia in the hospital for several months. However, during that time, Haggard was still … Read more
Sometimes, just sitting on your couch enjoying a bowl of popcorn, and rewatching some of the annual Christmas movies on repeat is the most low-key yet the most enjoyable Christmas tradition. That goes the same for legendary and rising artists alike now that they’re free from the crippling deadlines at work or the ever-hassle preparations … Read more
Most likely almost everyone loves Christmas too right? Well, I’m pretty sure Brett Eldredge would agree with me. The country music star loves Christmas he just wants to take a break. However, his family won’t let him. Eldredge’s typical Christmas celebration would most likely revolve around spending most of his time enjoying with his family, … Read more
In 2000, John Montgomery had his last No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart with “The Little Girl.” It held the top position for three weeks and also managed to climb to the No. 35 spot of Billboard Hot 100. The song was released as the lead single off Montgomery’s … Read more
A span of 365 days is indeed too short for so many masterpieces that country music artists create in one year. Within it were the country songs that didn’t have the time to shine on Billboards’ monthly charts and CMA’s annual awarding. So, without further ado, here are some of country music’s undiscovered gems for … Read more
Singer-songwriter K.T. Oslin has passed away at the age of 78. After fighting Parkinson’s disease and recently was infected by the Covid-19 virus which was rumored as the main cause of her death, Oslin was announced dead Monday morning, December 21. The official cause of her death has not yet been announced. View this post … Read more
Most of the world today would probably agree that this year was a year that we all would like to forget. No doubt this was the worst year for most of us and we would not be sorry to say goodbye to 2020. However, there were more fun and uplifting moments in 2020 than we … Read more
New Year’s Eve traditions are something most people look forward to. From the word itself, it only comes during the peak moments as the year ends and another starts. But not all people choose to have these things at the store like the family of country superstar Carrie Underwood. This year, instead of simply appreciating … Read more
Written by Carole King, “You’ve Got a Friend” became the biggest and most popular hit for James Taylor, who was only twenty-three years old then. It was released as the first single off his 1971 album Mud Slide Slim and the Blue Horizon, and it reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. … Read more
In 2006, Randy Travis delivered one of the most divine renditions of the popular Christmas carol, “Silent Night.” The country singer showed the world how he never holds back as far as honoring the annual celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth as he performed inside one of the most magnificent sights in the world, the Carlsbad … Read more
Country star Tim McGraw‘s live performance of “If You’re Reading This” provided the most emotional moment during the 2007 Academy of Country Music Awards, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The moment McGraw sang the emotional tribute to the families of fallen soldiers, tears began to flow in the arena packed with industry executives and fans. … Read more
It’s always nice to imagine that there are TV shows that keep us occupied as we patiently anticipate the holidays! Once again, CBS is up and ready for the challenge by inviting artists like Miranda Lambert to perform one of her greatest hits that many of us love, “Bluebird.” But as the saying goes, ‘COVID-19 … Read more
The legendary lead singer of Alabama, Randy Owen will co-chair the 2022 World Games that will be held in his home state. Owen is honored to join his fellow Alabamians Charles Barkley, Dr. Henry Panion, and those names that are still to be announced soon whom he will be working with to bring the games … Read more
The 2020 Americana Award winners were announced on December 15. The late John Prine and The Highwomen came as the biggest winners among everyone. This year’s event was very different from what we were costumed to. The awards night often comes as a culmination of the AmericanaFest were no less than 100 artists perform in … Read more
As the year nears its conclusion, Gabby Barrett had her ultimate hit “I Hope” break history! The mega-hit song introduced the young and upcoming country artists Gabby Barrett. Now, it is the longest number 1 song on the Billboard Hot Country Charts as she has now reigned 20 straight weeks. This was also the first … Read more
It has been nearly four decades since George Strait earned his first No. 1 hit with “Fool Hearted Memory.” The song was released as the first single from Strait’s album Strait from the Heart and was included in the soundtrack of the film The Soldier. Strait has also made a cameo in the film. The … Read more
Reba McEntire had her first No. 1 since 2004 when her song “Consider Me Gone” snagged the top spot of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs. Released as the second single from McEntire’s thirty-third studio album Keep On Loving You in 2009, “Consider Me Gone” became her longest-lasting No. 1 at four weeks. The song also landed … Read more
One of the pinnacles of Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson‘s partnership is absolutely the song “Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys.” Jennings and Nelson collaborated at numerous stages of their careers, and this country classic is one of the most famous alliances between the two stars. Released on their 1978 duet … Read more