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Reasons Reba's 'Malibu Country' Cancelled

Kevin Richards — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:02:58 +0000

Reba McEntire recently got bad news that her show Malibu Country will not be renewed after just one season on ABC. Although I liked the show and laughed a lot, I did feel it was similar to her original show Reba. Perhaps that’s one of the reasons it didn’t draw an impressive audience? However, I [...]

Country Music Stars On Television – American Idol, The Voice, Mailbu Country, Nashville

Kevin Richards — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:51:42 +0000

Over the last year it seems that Country Music singers have been popping up all over television. In addition to the usual musical guest appearances on talk shows, Country Music singers have become a big part of prime time television shows and reality competitions. Below is a list of the most memorable appearances by Country [...]

Reba's Wish List For Malibu Country

Kevin Richards — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:08:49 +0000

Reba fans are enjoying the cutting edge comedy on Friday nights with her ABC show Malibu Country. The show already features comedy legend Lily Tomlin, but Reba reveals that she'd like even more of her showbiz friends to join her on the set.

Reba McEntire Dreams of Having a Role on 'Downton Abbey'

Megan Pacella — Sun, 05 Aug 2012 21:00:31 +0000

We can’t imagine Reba McEntire speaking with anything but a sweet southern drawl. But as it turns out, the iconic country star would love to try out a British accent for producers of ‘Downton Abbey.’ McEntire recently spilled that snagging a role on the hit PBS drama would be a dream come true for her.

Reba's 'Malibu Country' – Sneak Preview

Kevin Richards — Wed, 30 May 2012 15:00:55 +0000

Fans of Reba McEntire were thrilled to learn that ABC picked up her sitcom Malibu Country set to air in November. If you’re curious as to what to expect, we’ve got a sneak preview. First, what is Malibu Country all about? Here’s the scoop from abc.com. When Reba Gallagher (Reba) discovers that her husband, Bobby, [...]

New Kenny Chesney Album & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:15:16 +0000

Kenny Chesney is going to have a new album out soon. The album is set to be released by BNA Records on June 19th. Kenny has more than 30 million albums sold and 20 million digital transactions. He has also had 22 No. 1 singles. As of right now, the album does not have a title, [...]

Carrie Underwood Sets Date for New Album & More In Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:20:14 +0000

A release date for Carrie Underwood‘s new album has been set. The album featuring her new single, “Good Girl” is set to come out May 1st, but there is still no name for the album. Here’s what she had to say about her upcoming album: Keith Urban will be doing his first performance tonight since his [...]

Indiana Stage Collapse Lawsuit Settled & More in Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:30:27 +0000

63 of the 65 victims from the Indiana stage collapse at one of Sugarland’s concerts, back in August, have settled with the state of Indiana. All but $2,000 of the $5 million in settlement money has been claimed. The lawsuit filed on behalf of 51 victims, including seven that were killed, against Sugarland, concert promoters, and [...]

Country Music And Candles – A Great Gift Pack

Jake Thomas — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 20:01:10 +0000

Not just a great idea, but country music and candles in a gift pack is now a reality! Thanks to a joint marketing agreement between Big Machine Records group and Colonial Candle Company you can get their eight ounce Holiday Sparkle scented candle with a special edition Christmas CD for just $25! Here ‘s the [...]

Thompson Square, Reba McEntire Plus Carrie Underwood for Casey's Taste of Country

GNA — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:30:29 +0000

You can see Carrie Underwood this weekend. She’s going to be on the CBS show, “Blue Bloods” – you know the cop show starring Tom Selleck? Carrie will be performing “It Had To Be You,” the duet she recently recorded with Tony Bennett for his “Duets 2” album. Bennett and Underwood will be playing themselves on the [...]

Reba Joins Valory, Mel Tillis at No. 1 – Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 13:34:09 +0000

The Music and Memories of Aug. 18 2009- After years of success on MCA Records, Valory Records releases Reba McEntire’s first album, “Keep On Loving You.” 1979- Mel Tillis’ hit ‘Coca Cola Cowboy’ takes the No. 1 slot on the Billboard country singles chart. The song is featured in the movie “Every Which Way But Loose” [...]

Brantley Gilbert- A Name Country Music Fans Will Know Soon [VIDEO]

Jake Thomas — Mon, 09 May 2011 19:14:49 +0000

Brantley Gilbert has just inked a recording deal with Valory Music, the home of Reba, Justin Moore and Jimmy Wayne to name a few.

Clint Black Debuts, Garth And Reba Win ACMs-Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:00:20 +0000

The Music and Memories of April 29 1992- Billy Dean is named one of Country Music’s best new acts with two ACM awards for New Male Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year for ‘Somewhere In My Broken Heart.’ Reba McEntire takes top Female, Garth Brooks is Male Vocalist and the Entertainer of the Year. The awards are for the 1991 [...]

Today In Country History- Reba's Band Dies, President Nixon On Opry

Kevin Richards — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 12:00:30 +0000

The Music and Memories of March 16 The Headlines 1991- A plane crash outside of San Diego kills eight members of Reba McEntire’s band and crew. Reba dedicates her next album “For My Broken Heart” in memory of her friends. On the 20th anniversary of her loss, Reba is honoring her band and crew with [...]

Today In Country History-Reba and Kelly Debut, Johnny and June Official

Kevin Richards — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:00:19 +0000

The Music and Memories of February 22 The Headlines 2007- Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson join voices in a “CMT Crossroads” taping in Nashville. Among the songs and duets are ”Because Of You” “Why Haven’t I Heard From You” and “Fancy.” The show is such a success that Reba and Kelly launch a national co-headlining tour, singing together [...]

Country Calendar-Jan.26

Kevin Richards — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:00:40 +0000

The Music and Memories of January 26 Spencer Platt, Getty Images Entertainment Kevin’s Country Calendar The Headlines: 2001- Reba McEntire takes over as Annie Oakley in “Annie Get Your Gun” at Broadway’s Marquis Theatre. The show receives amazing reviews and Reba wins several critics awards for reviving the role. Many say that Reba would have won [...]

Blake Shelton to Co-Host ACM Awards With Reba

Jake Thomas — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:43:43 +0000

Here is some breaking Country Music news from WGNA. The ACM sent me press release earlier this afternoon infroming me that Blake Shelton will co-host the ACM Awards with Reba. When Blake got the invite from Reba here’s what he had to say. This is an incredibly special moment for me,I am humbled that Reba [...]

Reba and Blake To Host ACMs

Kevin Richards — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 16:07:08 +0000

Reba McEntire, 12 time ACM winner, has asked Blake Shelton to help her co-host the ACM Awards on Sunday, April 3 on CBS. This is a big moment for Blake Shelton, who won his first ACM award for “Hillbilly Bone” in the vocal event category last year. Here’s what Blake told the Academy of Country Music. “I am humbled [...]

NY Yankee Getting Hitched

Scott Blaine — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:58:24 +0000

One of my favorite Yankees Nick Swisher is tying the Knot this weekend in Palm Beach Florida to Girlfriend Joanna Garcia. Country music fans may remember Garcia as she spent 6 seasons playing Reba McEntire’s Daughter on the TV show REBA. She now stars in the new ABC series “Better Than You”. The couple got engaged in [...]