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Lonestar Reunite With Richie McDonald for New Album 'Life as We Know It'

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:00:01 +0000

Multi-Platinum country crossover group Lonestar have announced the release of a new album, ‘Life as We Know It,’ on June 4. The new project is the group’s first since lead singer Richie McDonald returned to the fold after an absence of four years. The group first reunited with McDonald for a tour last year, and [...]

Clips From Lonestar Show at Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:39:22 +0000

I'm a little late on this one. I didn't think the video I took would be useable. It was dark in there, and I was moving around a lot. I was shocked! It came out fine. Moral? Never doubt yourself! Here's a little highlight from Nov 13th, 2012 - the reunion of one of my favorite country bands of all time -

Top 5 Lonestar Songs — Scott's Favorites [VIDEOS]

Scott Blaine — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 18:40:13 +0000

Lonestar is back with original lead singer Richie McDonald and they are playing Upstate Concert Hall tonight for a big reunion show. I've been a fan of these guys since day one back in the 90's and I am glad they are back. So many great songs and we all have our favorites and here are a few of mine!

Lonestar – 'I'm Already There'

Kevin Richards — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:45:54 +0000

Tonight, November 13, 2012 WGNA welcomes the reunion of Richie McDonald with the original members of Lonestar. Back when I was the host of WGNA’s ‘Cryin’ Lovin’ or Leavin’ Show,’ in the early 2000′s, it seemed that Lonestar’s music dominated the request list. Songs like ‘Amazed’ ‘Not A Day Goes By’ ‘Mr. Mom’ ‘What About [...]

Photos From Richie's Attic : Old Lonestar Shots [GALLERY]

Richie Phillips — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 14:42:13 +0000

Lonestar be in da house! This is going to be great to see them reunited, and this might be one of their first gigs together again at the Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park. This isn't the first time they've come through town though. In fact, Richie McDonald PLAYED MY KEYBOARD on the air. I have the photos to prove it

Lonestar Ready To Bring Their Hits To Albany

Jake Thomas — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 22:29:03 +0000

Tomorrow is the night and Lonestar is the band. The Supergroup has gotten back together with the original members including lead singer Richie McDonald and tomorrow night they are coming to town with 1077 ‘GNA. Tickets will be $17 at the doors of Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park when they open aty 6:30pm. The [...]

A Week Of Country Music – 4 Country Concerts In The Albany Area

Kevin Richards — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:35:52 +0000

There is no shortage of Country Music this November in the Albany – Saratoga area of New York. Here is a list of Country Concerts and Dances that you can enjoy in just ONE week from Thursday, Nov. 8 – Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012. Thursday, November 8- Easton Corbin and Bud Light Country Dance Night [...]

Lonestar And Jerrod Niemann – Back To Back Concerts With WGNA [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 21:27:59 +0000

Next week is a great week for all country music fans with Today’s Country 1077 ‘GNA if you love awesome concerts! It’s our week of “Double Barrel Country” at Upstate Concert Hall.It all starts next Tuesday, November 13th at 7:30pm as ‘GNA brings you the Lonestar Reunion Concert. All the original members are back to [...]

Lonestar Is Ready For Albany Concert – The Countdown [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 19:30:03 +0000

Lonestar is back and their fans are excited. The original members are back and the voice that propelled this Super group to the top of the country charts on multiple occasions, Richie McDonald is sounding as good as ever.Their fans in the Albany will get to sing along Lonestar on all those hits when they [...]

Jerrod Niemann – New Song "Only God Could Love You More"

Jake Thomas — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:36:49 +0000

1077 'GNA is ready for Jerrod Niemann to rock the crowd in his concert on November 14th at Upstate Concert Hall in Clifton Park on November 14th the day after our Lonestar Reunion Concert on November 13th. It's 2 big nights of "Double Barrel Country" at Upstate Concert Hall with 'GNA. Jerrod will be bringing along a new song for just in time for the show.

Dean Sams Of Lonestar On The Sean And Richie Show [AUDIO]

Levack — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:53:57 +0000

With Lonestar reunited with lead singer Richie McDonald and doing a acoustic show for GNA Listeners on November 13th at the Upstate Concert Hall, we had a chance to check in with Dean Sams. Dean talks about the new music, the reunion and some of Lonestar’s biggest hits. Get your tickets now right here!

Jerrod Niemann – Free The Music And See Him In Concert [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 20:22:56 +0000

Jerrod Niemann is a star on the rise in country music, and he is rising fast! His brand new CD is out, and we will have a chance to see him in concert as part of our “Double Barrel Country” week at Upstate Concert Hall in November.Jerrod Niemann’s current hit song “Shinin’ On Me” is [...]

Top 5 Things You Didn't Know About Lonestar

Kevin Richards — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:00:43 +0000

As GNA prepares for the much anticipated Lonestar Reunion at Upstate Concert Hall on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, we’ve compiled a list of 5 facts you may not know about Lonestar. 5. How Lonestar Came Together Opryalnd Theme Park was a training ground for many country singers. Dean Sams and Richie McDonald met at an [...]

Lonestar Raise $50K for Breast Cancer Research With Women-Only Pajama Party

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 17:00:53 +0000

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, and a pink spotlight is shining on this cause by multiple arms of the entertainment industry. Country quartet Lonestar are doing their part to raise funds and awareness. The band are helping to corral $50,000 for benefit breast cancer research by doing what they do best -- perform.

Lonestar Trivia – How Well Do You Know Lonestar?

Jake Thomas — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 21:48:11 +0000

As we get set for the Lonestar Reunion Concert with 1077 WGNA on November 13th at Upstate Concert Hall I thought I would throw out some Lonestar trivia and see how well you know this Superstar band.All the original members are back with all those hits we love like “Amazed”, “My Front Porch Looking In”, [...]

Country Trivia – What Band Started Out As Texassee?

Kevin Richards — Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:00:05 +0000

Every weekday we host Country Trivia on GNA around 11:30am. Today, we honored a band that has recently reunited. What Country Band started out as Texassee? In 1992, when five musicians from Texas met and united in Tennessee they thought Texassee would be a clever name for a band. However, after people kept misspelling their [...]

Why Did Richie McDonald Leave Lonestar? – Reunion Concert

Kevin Richards — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 14:41:21 +0000

After a string of hit records like 'Amazed' and 'I'm Already There' many people were shocked when the powerful lead voice of Richie McDonald decided to leave Lonestar. As we prepare to welcome the reunion of the band to the Upstate Concert Hall on November 13, 2012, I wanted to remind people of why Richie McDonald left Lonestar in the first place.

What About Now – Lonestar Is Back [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 15:05:39 +0000

Lonestar is back with all original members including leading singer Richie McDonald. They are coming to town for a reunion concert for you with 1077 ‘GNA. One of my favorite songs from Lonestar was “What About Now”. It is a song about proving how much you love someone, and when they ask you if you [...]

Jake's Five Favorite Country Groups Of All Time [LIST] [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 19:47:47 +0000

There have been a lot of great bands in the world of country music over the years and for many of you you may find it hard to narrow it down to five. I actually started this list with eight and then worked it down to five, and I hope you agree with some or all of my choices below.

Lonestar – Great Band And A Great Beer Too [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 19:45:04 +0000

Lonestar is a super group in the world of country music and they have reunited with all the original members including lead singer Richie McDonald. Lone Star is also a legendary brand of beer. Both the band and the beer are from the state of Texas which shouldn’t be a shock to anyone. I spent [...]