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Oak Ridge Boys Perform for Ailing Former President George Bush by Phone

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 19:00:37 +0000

Serving one's country as president is certainly a high-pressure gig. But can come with continued "executive privilege" even after leaving office -- like having one of your favorite country groups perform for you on command when you're sick and need your spirits boosted. George H.W. Bush, who served as the 41st president in the 1990s, has been under the weather for about a month, so when his wife Barbara requested that the Oak Ridge Boys sing for him, they jumped at the chance.

Classic Country Christmas Songs – Part Four

Kevin Richards — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 19:00:30 +0000

If you're looking to create that perfect Christmas playlist that will bring back memories, we've compiled a list of the top 20 Classic Country Christmas Songs that are sure to remind you of Christmases from long, long ago. This list focuses on original Classic Country Christmas Songs from 1949-1989. The list excludes holiday standards like 'Rudolph' by Gene Autry, 'Jingle Bell Rock' by Bobby Helms and 'Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree' by Brenda Lee.

Branson – The Classic Country Capital of the World

Kevin Richards — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:00:43 +0000

I am just back from a great vacation in Branson with 30 of my Sunday Morning Classic Country Hall of Fame listeners. If you’re wondering where all the stars of ‘yesterday’ went, most of them are here, and they still sound great! Click here to read my review of our Classic Country Trip to Branson.

Oak Ridge Boys Interview

Kevin Richards — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 15:47:38 +0000

I recently had the chance to visit with Joe Bonsall of The Oak Ridge Boys. If you grew up on Country Music, there’s no doubt you can sing along with all their big hits like ‘Elvira’ ‘American Made’ and ‘Thank God For Kids.’ In this interview for TasteofCountry.com, Joe talks about the group’s impressive history, a [...]

Today In Country History- Hank Locklin Dies, Elvira Is A Smash Hit

Kevin Richards — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:00:54 +0000

The Music and Memories of March 8 The Headlines 2009- Hank Locklin Dies. Hank lands a deal with RCA Victor after having success on the independent 4 Star label with the Number One hit “Let Me Be The One.” Hank writes and records the 1957 classic “Send Me The Pillow You Dream On.” Then, Floyd [...]