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Best Country Albums Of 2012 — Scott's Picks [VIDEOS]

Scott Blaine — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:14:26 +0000

Richie Phillips posted a story recently about Rolling Stone magazine's picks for the best country albums of 2012. I will admit they are some decent picks and certainly deserve to have a listen. I thought I would do the same and pick out my favorite country albums that came out sometime this year.

Who Had The Best Country Albums Of 2012? [Gallery]

Richie Phillips — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:50:03 +0000

Nope. Not her. Sorry, Taylor, for once you’re not on the list! Rolling Stone magazine has their picks for the top country albums of the past year. They may not be who you expect. Click below and see if you agree [...]

Willie Nelson and Lionel Richie – Two Legends Nominated For 2012 CMA Awards

Kevin Richards — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 14:56:40 +0000

Last year I did an interesting article on how some big singers are no longer found on the list of the CMA award nominees. Artists who were once mainstays at awards shows - like Reba McEntire, George Strait, Tim McGraw, and Alan Jackson - find themselves booted out of the main categories, with the focus on the hot new talent of the day.

'Dancing On The Ceiling' Line Dance – Rascal Flatts and Lionel Richie Unite For Dance Smash

Kevin Richards — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:05:28 +0000

Lionel Richie recently spent some time at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Charts with his new duets album Tuskegee. The album pairs Country Music's biggest stars with the genre bending hits of Lionel Richie. One of the cuts has already found a home on the dance floor, thanks to the Rascal Flatts duet 'Dancing On The Ceiling.'

Lionel Richie's Country Duets Album Debuts At No. 1

Kevin Richards — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:50:56 +0000

It’s hard to imagine that the man behind the hits ‘Brick House’ ‘Easy’ and ‘Sail On,’ would ever climb the Country charts, let alone debut at No. 1 in the genre. After leading the Commodores up the pop and rock charts with those classics, Lionel Richie became a Rhythm and Blues Adult Contemporary music staple [...]

Lionel Richie 'Country' Special To Air On CBS 6 Albany (WRGB)

Kevin Richards — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:00:49 +0000

A day after the ACM Awards in Las Vegas, several Country Music stars stayed in town to pay tribute to the great Lionel Richie. Although the ‘Stuck On You’ singer may not be considered a ‘Country’ artist, he’s respected by just about everyone in the business. So, what Country Music stars will you expect to [...]

Country Trivia – Lionel Richie Country Hits

Kevin Richards — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:15:45 +0000

Question: What was the name of Lionel Richie’s only Top 10 Country hit? Answer: As a songwriter Lionel Richie went to No. 1 by writing Kenny Rogers’ 1980 hit ‘Lady.’ In 1984, he appeared on Country Radio with the crossover smash ‘Stuck On You,’ which landed him at a modest 24 on the charts. Then, in [...]

Kenny Chesney Reveals He Drunk-Dialed Lionel Richie Asking to Sing on 'Tuskegee'

Brittany Joy Cooper — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 13:00:49 +0000

You may know that Kenny Chesney makes an appearance with a host of country stars on Lionel Richie’s ‘Tuskegee‘ new country duets record, but do you know exactly how the ‘You and Tequila’ singer actually landed his spot on the album? While the two stars are good friends who each seem to really respect one another’s work, this collaboration actually began with a drunk dial.

Movie Characters Edited to Sing Lionel Richie's Hello

Levack — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:49:17 +0000

This is yet another example of people with way too much time on their hands, but I am grateful for it. Somebody put in the time and effort to edit together a bunch of movie characters so the y are performing Lionel Richie’s “Hello”. I love the effort this must of took. It starts a [...]

Lionel Richie Joins CMA Awards

Kevin Richards — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:13:48 +0000

There are many special musical events planned for November 9 at the CMA Awards. Now, Lionel Richie will hit the stage and sing with some of Country Music’s biggest names! In anticipation of Lionel Richie’s new duets album, Darius Rucker, Little Big Town, and Rascal Flatts will join the R & B legend to sing [...]

Lionel Richie Joins Rascal Flatts, Jason Aldean, and More For Duets Album

Kevin Richards — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 17:07:16 +0000

I recently compiled a list of unexpected artists that went Country for Taste of Country. One of those artists that made the list is now going Country again!

Lady Gaga And Other Surprises In Country Music

Kevin Richards — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 13:03:55 +0000

When Lady Gaga released her ‘Country Road’ version of ‘Born This Way,’ many people were shocked that such a genre bending event could happen. However, through the years there have been several artists, from all walks of life, attempt to to show us their country side. Do you remember these unexpected artists who’ve gone country? [...]

Kenny Rogers Celebrates 50 Years With TV Special

Kevin Richards — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 15:00:34 +0000

Last April I had the chance to attend an unforgettable night with a diverse list of singers and stars. The event was the television taping to celebrate Kenny Rogers' 50 Years in music at the MGM Grand at Foxwoods in Connecticut. As someone who respects the career of this legend, it was an honor just to see Kenny in person. Then, when you add in the special guests who lit up the stage song after song, I knew I was a part of a once in a lifetime event.

Country Calendar-Jan.28

Kevin Richards — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 14:35:19 +0000

The Music and Memories of January 28 Kevin’s Country Calendar The Headlines: 1985- Willie Nelson and Kenny Rogers go in to the studio to record with a cast of superstars. They are the only two country singers with solo parts on ”We Are The World,” a song to combat starvation in Africa. In all, 43 artists [...]

Lionel Richie To Go Country?

Scott Blaine — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 19:47:56 +0000

Is 80′s pop icon Lionel Richie going country? Well, sort of! Richie is in the process of making a duets album with a number of country stars doing versions of Richie’s classics. Songs include: “Stuck on You “with Darius Rucker “Sail On” with Tim McGraw “Easy” with Willie Nelson “You are” with Blake Shelton “Deep [...]