Glen Campbell Not Returning To The Road
In 2012, Glen Campbell embarked on the 'Goodbye Tour,' with the release of what was billed as his final album, Ghost On The Canvas.
In 2012, Glen Campbell embarked on the 'Goodbye Tour,' with the release of what was billed as his final album, Ghost On The Canvas.
In the wake of George Strait's announcement of 'The Cowboy Rides Away Tour,' I wanted to remind Country Music fans of two other Farewell Tours to consider this year- George Jones and Glen Campbell.
Glen Campbell is one of Country Music's great legends whose been able to find success in every realm of entertainment possible.
Last summer, the world was saddened by the news that legendary country star Glen Campbell was in the beginning stages of his battle with Alzheimer’s. Rather than laying low and disappearing from the music scene, Campbell announced a full-blown tour as his way to say thank you to his loyal fans throughout the years.
The 2012 Grammy Awards are quickly approaching and it looks like Country Music fans will have a few moments to look forward to this year.
There is going to be a huge country presence, once again, at the 2012 Grammy Awards this coming Sunday night. Last year you might remember Lady Antebellum took home five Grammys for their song "Need You Now" and their record.
Through the years several Country Music stars have landed themselves in trouble with the law. Randy Travis recently joined that long and interesting list of Country Music stars who now have their own mug shots.
Glen Campbell delivered some sad news last year when he revealed that he will be forced to retire because he was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Currently, the 'Rhinestone Cowboy' singer is in the middle of his farewell tour. Many fans are wondering if he still puts on a good show, well according to the reviews of his concert at the Ryman Auditorium, he's still a top-notch performer.
The Recording Academy has announced that Country Music Hall of Famer Glen Campbell will recieve the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in February, 2012.
The 'Rhinestone Cowboy' will be honored during the CMA Awards on November 9. Glen Campbell will be in the spotlight as three former CMA Entertainer of the Year winners will salute his music and legendary guitar talents.
Every Sunday Morning I get to take you on a journey through the history of Country Music on GNA. We recently featured some great songs of the 1970s, which led me to compile this list of the best '70s songs for Taste of Country.
Glen Campbell had one of the biggest hits in all formats of music in 1975 with 'Rhinestone Cowboy.' Now, 36 years later, the Country Classic is filling the dance floor. Try learning this line dance and join us at our next WGNA Country Dance Party.