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Natalie Maines, If Country Wont Have Her, Maybe Rock Will? [Video]

Sean McMaster — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:28:59 +0000

Ya’ll know I LOVE Natalie Maines voice and I REALLY miss the Dixie Chicks. So, I am kind of excited hearing the news that Natalie is going to release an album this May. I know , I know there are some people who just will never forgive the "Chicks" and I agree that sometimes celebrities should sometimes just do what they do and not feel the need to be political.

Zombies Attack Montana, Country Music is an Abusive Husband and More: Digital Debbie's Web Watch: Feb 13th

dragon — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:46:37 +0000

Are you in a mid-week slump again? Don’t fall asleep at your desk, it just doesn’t look good if you get caught. Here are some links you can check out so you at least look like you’re being productive. Not that I’m suggesting that you aren’t all very productive worker bees or anything… Here’s [...]

Top 9/11 Patriotic Songs

Kevin Richards — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 14:30:24 +0000

Everyone had their own way of healing and patriotism in the wake of September 11, 2001. As host of GNA's evening request show during this time, I remember so many songs that everyone just needed to hear. This list of 15 songs were popular requests and dedications during that tough time in America. I hope you'll take a moment to reflect and remember as you listen to these compelling patriotic songs that helped so many people.

Dixie Chicks' Emily Robison Welcomes Baby Girl

Billy Dukes — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 19:00:08 +0000

Dixie Chick Emily Robison is resting today after giving birth to her fourth child, a girl, this morning. The singer delivered Violet Isabel Strayer at 3:01AM. A note at the trio’s page on Facebook says both baby and mom are doing well, and father Martin Strayer is happier than ever.

Hank Williams Jr. 'Hates' The President, Slams 'Gays' – Fan Reactions

Kevin Richards — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 14:51:31 +0000

I never talk politics on the air, preferring to keep the music playing. However, I just read a story that Jeff Levack posted that really shocked me and made me wonder. Country Music legend Hank Williams, Jr. recently made the following statement at a concert in Texas: “We’ve got a Muslim for a President who [...]

Big Gossip Regarding 'The Voice' & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 16:17:34 +0000

For all you fans of “The Voice,” the show will be returning for a third season – this fall! No official announcement has been made yet, but this information is according to Reuters. Christina Aguilera, Cee-Lo Green, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton, will return for season three. In case your curious to know, according to sources, Aguilera will receive a [...]

Dixie Chicks Making New Release & More In Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:00:55 +0000

So much to tell you after a huge weekend and lots of country artists making the rounds. Fallen IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon’s funeral was this past Saturday morning in St. Petersburg, Florida. Wynonna Judd was one of the many in attendance and also sang “Amazing Grace” and “I Can Only Imagine.” The 33-year old driver is survived by [...]

Dixie Chicks Go Nude, Ty Herndon Born-Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Mon, 02 May 2011 14:00:19 +0000

The Music and Memories of May 2 2003- The Dixie Chicks appear nude on the cover of Entertainment Weekly. Inside they discuss the controversy surrounding the comment Natalie Maines made about President Bush. The Chicks further explain their side of the story in the documentary “Shut Up and Sing.” 1998- Shania Twain is at No. [...]

I Love Natalie Maines' Voice

Sean McMaster — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 15:19:51 +0000

There I said it. I’m not afraid to say it. I miss the Dixie Chicks and most of all Natalie’s voice. The way she interpreted and sang songs was so original, with deep feeling and yet somehow always fun. And while I agreed with most people at the time that I didn’t really need or [...]

Today In History- Dixie Chicks' Disaster, Gill Marries

Kevin Richards — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 13:00:09 +0000

The Music and Memories of March 10 The Headlines 2003- The day the Dixie Chicks’ career “died” in Country Music. During a show in London, Natalie Maines tells the crowd, “We’re ashamed the President of the United States is from Texas.“ The audience cheers, but many United States’ radio stations stop playing Dixie Chicks music, as the [...]

Country Calendar-Feb.11

Kevin Richards — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 13:00:58 +0000

The Music and Memories of February 11 Kevin’s Country Calendar The Headlines: 2007- The Dixie Chicks gather up five trophies in the 49th annual Grammy Awards. “Not Ready To Make Nice” earns Record and Song of the Year out of all formats, plus Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group. The CD ”Taking The Long Way” claims Album [...]

Country Calendar-Jan.27

Kevin Richards — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:00:34 +0000

The Music and Memories of January 27 Kevin’s Country Calendar The Headlines: 2004- Two songs in the movie ”Cold Mountain” performed by Alison Krauss get Oscar nominations for the songwriters: “You Will Be My Ain True Love,” written by Sting; and “The Scarlet Tide,” by T Bone Burnett and Elvis Costello. 1998- Monument releases The Dixie Chicks’ first [...]