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Kitty Wells Memories – k.d. lang Sings With The Queen of Country Music

Kevin Richards — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 17:29:52 +0000

The original Queen of Country Music, Kitty Wells, has passed at the age of 92. After writing a brief tribute, I was reminded of some great Kitty Wells memories.

Top 10 Loretta Lynn Songs

Kevin Richards — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 12:00:36 +0000

Loretta Lynn is one of the most admired women in the history of Country Music. From the historic ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ to her duets with Conway Twitty, I’ve compiled a list of the Top 10 Loretta Lynn songs. In 2010, I had the rare chance to meet Loretta, who has only allowed interviews and meet [...]

Loretta Lynn Lied About Her Age – Does It Matter? [POLL]

Kevin Richards — Tue, 22 May 2012 16:00:36 +0000

Taste Of Country recently reported that Loretta Lynn is under fire for age discrepancy. According to the state of Kentucky, Loretta Webb was born in Johnson County, Ky. in 1932, making the icon 80-years-old, instead of 77 as previously suspected. Even more suspicious is the year on her marriage license to her late husband, O.V. [...]

Should Older Singers Retire From Touring?

Kevin Richards — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:21:17 +0000

George Jones recently cancelled shows due to an on-going recovery after being hospitalized for six days due to an upper respiratory infection. The 80-year-old Country Music Hall of Famer joins the likes of Loretta Lynn and Merle Haggard, who have also had to cancel several recent shows due to illness. As a fan of traditional Country Music, I am thrilled [...]

Loretta Lynn Cancels More Shows

Kevin Richards — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 15:00:08 +0000

Country Music legend Loretta Lynn cancelled two sets of shows in 2011, now she starts 2012 cancelling even more. In 2011, Loretta Lynn missed several shows for different reasons. One of those dates was her appearance on the ACM’s ‘Women of Country’ show, where she was to be honored as one of the Great Female [...]

Loretta Lynn Cancels First Concerts of 2012

Billy Dukes — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 14:00:04 +0000

A knee surgery and pneumonia kept country legend Loretta Lynn from fulfilling a number of her late 2011 tour dates. An unknown ailment is keeping her off the road to begin 2012. The singer has canceled her first shows of the year, a Jan. 7 stop in Ashland, Ken. and a Jan. 8 show in Durham, N.C.

Rodney Atkins & Scotty McCreery Appearing in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade & More In Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 17:00:40 +0000

If you’re a big fan and viewer of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, you’ll be able to cheer for Rodney Atkins and Scotty McCreery. They will just two of the many set to perform after the parade kicks of Thursday, November 24th at 9am. . Brad Paisley will be on TV today to promote his first major book, [...]

Best '70s Country Songs

Kevin Richards — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:19:03 +0000

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. Click here to remember all those great country songs of the ’70s.

Loretta Lynn Hospitalized, Nominated For CMA

Kevin Richards — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 15:16:44 +0000

Loretta Lynn cancelled several shows over the summer due to knee surgery and dehydration. Sadly, the ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter’ finds herself cancelling more shows. According to her website, doctors have diagnosed Lynn with the beginning stages of pneumonia. In an official statement, Lynn’s camp says “Loretta is doing well and is disappointed but feels confident she will be ready [...]

George Strait's Missing – Two Legends Nominated for 2011 CMA Awards

Kevin Richards — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 16:40:33 +0000

As I look over the list of the 2011 CMA award nominees, I notice that George Strait’s name is missing from the list. Ever since I started in Country Radio, in 1986, his name has appeared every year as a nominee in some category. George Strait grabbed his first CMA award in 1985 for male vocalist [...]

Who Should Be Named Country Music's King or Queen?

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:07:36 +0000

The other day, I heard a couple of people discussing, almost arguing, about the king of country music. One person said it was George Strait, and the other guy said it was George Jones. There was a time when country legend Roy Acuff was considered the king. This made me think of something that I [...]

Garth's Loss, Loretta's Twins – Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Sat, 06 Aug 2011 13:00:49 +0000

The Music and Memories of Aug. 6 1999- Garth Brooks’ mother, Colleen, dies in Oklahoma of throat cancer. Colleen Carroll had a recording career on Capitol Records in the 1950s, ironically the same label as her son. Birthdays Twins Peggy and Patsy Lynn, 1964. The daughters of Loretta Lynn. They become a duo, The Lynns, earning [...]

Elvis Stamp Revealed, Loretta Lynn Breaks Shoulder – Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 14:00:21 +0000

The Music and Memories of June 4 2006- At age 71, Loretta Lynn breaks her left shoulder during a fall at home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. This requires her to cancel nine concerts. 1992- During a ceremony at Memphis’ Graceland Mansion, Priscilla Presley announces the postal service has selected the younger, ’50s-era Elvis Presley for a postage [...]

Emmylou Joins Hall Of Fame, Redneck Woman Debuts-Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:00:37 +0000

The Music and Memories of April 27 2008- Emmylou Harris and Ernest “Pop” Stoneman are officially inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. In a seperate ceremony, they will join The Statler Brothers and Tom T. Hall as the 2008 inductees. 2004- Epic Records releases Gretchen Wilson’s debut single ‘Redneck Woman.’ Gretchen is a part of [...]

Top 10 Country Duets

Kevin Richards — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 13:29:21 +0000

I’ve seen a lot of great combinations throughout the history of Country Music. However, in this list, I pick two full-time country singers that join forces to equally share in the success of a hit duet. Click here to see my list of the Top 10 Country Duets of all-time.

ACM Superstar Women Of Country TV Special

Kevin Richards — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 17:30:54 +0000

This Friday, April 22 CBS will air the star studded concert that was taped the day after the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. The two hour special will recognize the A list divas that have made a significant impact in country music history. If you're wondering what lucky ladies will be in the spotlight, I've got the answers for you!

Happy Birthday Loretta Lynn-Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 13:36:41 +0000

The Music and Memories of April 14 1986- Alabama wins their fifth consecutive Entertainer of the Year Award from the Academy Of Country Music. In addition, that night they take home their sixth ACM for Vocal Group of the Year. 1958- Don Gibson hits No. 1 with his composition ‘Oh Lonesome Me.’ Birthdays Loretta Lynn, [...]

Today In Country History-Trace Adkins On Celebrity Apprentice, Conway & Loretta Debut

Kevin Richards — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 12:00:01 +0000

The Music and Memories of March 27 2008- Trace Adkins sings ‘You’re Gonna Miss This’ during the season finale of the NBC’s Celebrity Apprentice. Trace places second behind winner Piers Morgan. 1999- Kenny Chesney gives us a glimpse of his passion for the Caribbean in his hit ‘How Forever Feels.’ The song hits No. 1 and [...]

More Acts Announced To ACM "Girls Night Out" Concert

Scott Blaine — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:00:04 +0000

The ACM Girls Night Out Concert happening on April 4th in Las Vegas was already a huge show with honorees Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, Martina McBride, Miranda Lambert and Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles all part of the bill. Now it has gotten even bigger the announcement of more great acts that will take part in the show.

Country Calendar-Jan.10

Kevin Richards — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 14:00:05 +0000

The Music and Memories of January 10 Kevin’s Country Calendar The Headlines: 2009- Taylor Swift sings “Love Story” on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. 2003- Darryl Worely sings “Have You Forgotten” for the first time in public on the Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman Auditorium. 1956- Elvis first recorded in Nasvhille after Steve Sholes of [...]