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Jim Brickman Shares Story Of Valentine Duet With Martina McBride

Kevin Richards — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:00:35 +0000

In a special Valentine's Day interview with Jim Brickman, the romantic piano player revealed that his hit duet with Martina McBride came about because he realized that there wasn't really a song to celebrate the lover's holiday and what it truly means. Brickman says that he just wanted to write a simple love song that could be used as a 'Valentine' to someone that you care about.

Richie Phillips Reads "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" With Martina McBride at Joy Of Christmas Concert at Palace Theatre, Albany [VIDEO]

Richie Phillips — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 15:29:51 +0000

Someone slap me. I’m still not sure if I dreamt this entire thing or not. I couldn’t sleep for two nights before this happened and for two nights afterwards. Everyone tells me that it actually happened, so I’ll have to believe you. Here’s a short slice of it First a quick synopsis of what happened: [...]

Martina McBride Will Bring The Joy of Christmas to Town

Jake Thomas — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 21:47:05 +0000

It is finally showtime for Martina McBride and her “Joy Of Christmas Concert” this Friday evening December 14th at 7:30pm. If you want that big dose of Christmas spirit and to hear one of the greatest voices in the history of country music then you better get your tickets to this awesome show at the [...]

Martina McBride Donating Portion of Proceeds From New Jersey 'Joy of Christmas' Concert to Hurricane Sandy Relief

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 14:00:44 +0000

Martina McBride has graciously promised to donate a portion of the proceeds from her Dec. 9 Joy of Christmas holiday tour stop in West Long Branch, N.J. to Hurricane Sandy relief efforts, a gesture that is truly the embodiment of the Christmas spirit. The ‘I’m Gonna Love You Through It’ singer will directly donate $5 [...]

Martina McBride Interview Part Two – Answers Fan Questions [AUDIO]

Kevin Richards — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:35:44 +0000

You never know who’s going to call the GNA hotline! Today, Martina McBride took a moment to call the ‘On Demand Two Hour Lunch.’ In Part Two of our interview, Martina McBride answered some fan questions about her favorite songs, the television show ‘Nashville,’ her favorite touring partner, and selling t-shirts for Garth Brooks. Martina [...]

Martina McBride Interview – Christmas Show, Favorite Duets, Working With George Strait [AUDIO]

Kevin Richards — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:26:57 +0000

You never know who’s going to call the GNA hotline! Today, Martina McBride took a moment to call the ‘On Demand Two Hour Lunch.’ As we prepare for her arrival on Friday, December 14 at the Palace Theater we talked about Christmas shopping, what to expect at her Joy Of Christmas Show, her favorite duets, [...]

Richie To Perform "How The Grinch Stole Christmas" With Martina McBride At Her Upcoming Show

Richie Phillips — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 12:13:47 +0000

I know. I can’t believe the headline myself. To see it in print is even weirder, but it is true. I guess when you’re long standing nickname is “Rhymin’”, it would make perfect sense to be picked for Dr. Seuss, but to work with Martina McBride? LOL. OMG. CTBFR. (can this be for real?) If [...]

Martina McBrides Version of White Christmas Is My Favorite [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 21:35:02 +0000

It won’t be long until Martina McBride’s “Joy Of Christmas” concert rolls into the Palace Theater. She sing the Christmas classics better than anyone!My all time favorite Christmas song from Martina McBride is her version of the Irving Berlin classic “White Christmas”. It is followed closely by her posthumous duet with the legendary Dean Martin [...]

George Strait Farewell Tour – San Antonio Last Stop

Kevin Richards — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 14:59:23 +0000

When George Strait announced his farewell tour, we immediately jumped at the chance to put together a trip. As you know, through the years, we've hosted lots of awesome country music trips, like the CMA awards in New York, Grand Ole Opry at Carnegie Hall, The ACM awards in Las Vegas, Alabama Farewell, Annie Get Your Gun with Reba, and Dolly's 9 to 5 Musical. However, this could be one of the most historic events we will ever have the chance to see.

Martina McBride – Baby It's Cold Outside [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 19:52:48 +0000

Martina McBride is one of the greatest female vocalists in the history of country music. Her numerous ACM and CMA Female Vocalist of the Year awards are proof of that. We’re very lucky to have her coming to Albany to ring in the Christmas season.Martina McBride’s “Joy Of Christmas” concert is coming to the Palace [...]

Martina McBride Wasn't Aware That She's Releasing a Greatest Hits Album

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 20:00:59 +0000

Surprise! We're releasing your greatest hits -- thought you might like to know! That's what a startled Martina McBride found out on Monday. But here's the twist: Instead of learning about the forthcoming release from RCA Records, her former label home of nearly 20 years, McBride read about the upcoming collection online.

2012 Albany Area Fall Country Concert Guide – Alan Jackson, Easton Corbin, Carrie Underwood Tour Stops

Kevin Richards — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 14:30:54 +0000

We have no shortage of Country Music coming to the Albany Area in the Fall of 2012. Check out our list of new stars, superstars, and legends headed to our area, including a few that are just a short drive from our listening area. September 22- Darius Rucker- Ommegang Brewery, Cooperstown September 23- Rodney Atkins- [...]

Chris Young, Luke Bryan- This Week's Top Country Songs

Kevin Richards — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:00:09 +0000

Former Nashville star winner Chris Young is enjoying his fifth consecutive No. 1 hit! Meanwhile, a YouTube video favorite from Toby Keith has entered the top 10 with an inspirational hit from Martina McBride rounding out the list. Billboard’s Top Country Songs for Saturday, February 4, 2012 10. Red Solo Cup- Toby Keith 9. I’m Gonna [...]

Martina McBride "The Time Has Come"–Flashback Friday [VIDEO]

Scott Blaine — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:53:42 +0000

We’ve come to the end of another week, so it’s time to break out another great country song from the past with this weeks edition of Flashback Friday. This week we go back 20 years for the very first single from Martina McBride called “The Time Has Come” This was Martina’s very first single on [...]

Luke Bryan Earns No. 1 Hit & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:57:46 +0000

“I Don’t Want This Night to End” is No. 1 on both Mediabase/Country Aircheck and Billboard’s country singles chart this week. This is Luke Bryan‘s fourth number one single. Luke was actually nervous about releasing this single because it was the second one off his Tailgates & Tanlines album, but now he knows it was the [...]

Kenny Chesney Switching Labels & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:28:03 +0000

Rumors concerning Kenny Chesneyand his management searching for a new label have been circling. However, both parties have denied such gossip. A source told the New York Post that Kenny was looking for a $30 million, five-album deal with a competing label. Kenny’s manager shot down the rumors. The singer is currently with Sony/BNA who had no comment on [...]

'Lady A' Still No. 1 & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:04:13 +0000

As we conclude the first week of the new year, Lady Antebellum‘s Own the Night album, remains No. 1 again this week on the country album chart. The record has sold nearly 54,000 copies. Martina McBride is planning to be healthier this year. She blogged today that she’s ready to get back into a healthy lifestyle [...]

Top CMA Interviews

Kevin Richards — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:15:18 +0000

This week we’re looking back at the best of 2011. One of the highlights of the past year was our annual visit to Nashville during the CMA Awards. In November Jake Thomas and I had the chance to visit with over 30 stars at the CMA awards. It was an awesome way to celebrate my fourth CMA nomination, [...]

Lady Antebellum's Dave Haywood Engaged & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:17:18 +0000

Dave Haywood from Lady Antebellum is engaged! He proposed to his girlfriend, Kelli Cashiola, at her home in Nashville Monday night. Kelli worked for Warner Music Nashville. Dave picked her up and blindfolded her before driving down her street. He decorated the house earlier like a winter wonderland and spelled out “Will you marry me?” in [...]

Jim Brickman Talks About Working With Lady Antebellum, Martina McBride, Collin Raye and Albany Christmas Tour

Kevin Richards — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:00:45 +0000

I’ve always admired the work of piano player/songwriter Jim Brickman. ‘Never Alone’ ‘Valentine’ ‘The Gift’ and ‘Love Of My Life’ are just some of the hit songs he’s placed on Country and Pop radio. On Thursday, December 8 Jim Brickman brings his holiday show to the Palace Theater in Albany, New York. GNA had the chance to [...]