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Ray Price's Cancer Is in Remission

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 16:35:07 +0000

Legendary country star Ray Price has been battling pancreatic cancer, but there’s good news for the veteran entertainer. The 87-year-old singer has announced that his cancer is in remission, and he will be undergoing physical therapy as the next phase of his treatment. Price — who decades-long career includes hits like ‘For the Good Times,’ [...]

Randy Travis DUI and Emmylou Harris Hit and Run Updates

Kevin Richards — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:13:13 +0000

Classic Country stars gone wild! Maybe it could be the title of a new television special or DVD, as Classic Country stars make controversial headlines over the past few months. Here’s an update on some of the big news makers, including Randy Travis, Emmylou Harris, and Ray Price. First, an update on Randy Travis, who [...]

Blake Shelton and Ray Price Meet

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 20:02:59 +0000

Any suspicions that country legend Ray Price still harbors resentment toward Blake Shelton can now be laid to rest. The two respected members of the country music community came face to face this week, which means there's now photographic proof that they have buried the hatchet.

Blake Shelton Offered Opening Act Slot at Ray Price Concert

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:00:20 +0000

If Blake Shelton really wants to make up for his recent comments about classic country fans being "old farts," it looks like he's going to have the chance. The reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year has been offered a gig opening for country legend Ray Price, who publicly took him to task after his comments went viral.

Ray Price Attacks Blake Shelton for Comments About Classic Country Fans

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 22:42:44 +0000

Legendary country star Ray Price is not happy with reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Blake Shelton, and he's not afraid to say so in public. In a Facebook post today, the 87-year-old entertainer took issue with comments Shelton made to GAC, in which he derided old country fans for not understanding the music of the new generation.

Catching Up With Gene Watson – From 'Farewell Party' to 'Country's Family Reunion'

Kevin Richards — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:30:22 +0000

I recently had the chance to visit with 68 year old Country legend, Gene Watson. In our exclusive interview, we talked about his big hit ‘Farewell Party,’ his appearances on Country’s Family Reunion, and touring with 86 year old Ray Price. [button href="http://tasteofcountry.com/gene-watson-greatest-hits-farewell-party-countrys-family-reunion-ray-price/" title="Click Here For Our Interview With Gene Watson" align="center"] Remember that I [...]

Anna Wilson Revives 'Nashville Sound' On Countrypolitan Duets Album

Kevin Richards — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:10:29 +0000

While browsing used CDs and albums at Last Vestige record shop in Albany, New York, I recently discovered a new artist and a CD that has become a favorite in my personal collection. Anna Wilson, known primarily as a jazz singer whose also had success as a country songwriter, released ‘Countrypolitan Duets’ in 2011. [...]

Gene Watson and Ray Price – Country Legends Still Recording and Touring

Kevin Richards — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 17:15:12 +0000

Every Sunday Morning I not only feature the classics on WGNA, but I also showcase new music from the legends. A reminder that many of Country Music’s former hit makers are still recording and touring. Ray Price and Gene Watson are on that impressive list of Country Music legends still making great music. I am [...]

Lonestar Hits Top, Tracy Lawrence Makes Come-Back – Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:00:21 +0000

The Music and Memories of June 23 2007- Tracy Lawrence has a No. 1 single in Billboard for the first time in 11 years with ‘Find Out Who Your Friends Are.’ Later named the CMA Vocal Event of the Year, the song features Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney. 2001- Lonestar, led by Richie McDonald, begins a six-week stay [...]

Country Calendar-Jan.12

Kevin Richards — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:00:46 +0000

The Music and Memories of January 12 Kevin’s Country Calendar Headlines: 2001- “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” opens in movie theaters. The soundtrack includes music by Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Dan Tyminski, The Whites and Ralph Stanley. The album features the CMA award winning single, “I Am A Man Of Constant Sorrow” by The Soggy [...]