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Should Stevie Wonder Have Closed The ACM Awards?

Kevin Richards — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:19:19 +0000

I have respect and appreciation for all genres of music, and I think Stevie Wonder’s contributions to American Music are worthy of his 1989 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. However, I don’t think that the producers of the Academy of Country Music Awards should have selected Stevie Wonder to close the [...]

Who Is Going Into The Country Music Hall Of Fame In 2013?

Kevin Richards — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:40:02 +0000

Wednesday, April 10, 2013 is the date that we learn who will be inducted into the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame. Last year the honor went to Garth Brooks, Connie Smith, and studio musician Hargus ‘Pig’ Robbins. Before the official announcement is made, we’d like to know who you’d like to see inducted into [...]

Top 10 Ronnie Milsap Songs

Kevin Richards — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 15:40:49 +0000

Every Sunday Morning, from 6-9am, we showcase the best in Classic Country Music on 1077 GNA. In honor of Ronnie Milsap’s 70th Birthday, we recently compiled some of his most memorable songs. Milsap is one of the kindest and most appreciative artists in Country Music. The ’70s and ’80s superstar has a massive catalog of [...]

Country Stars Discovered By Charley Pride

Kevin Richards — Sun, 30 Sep 2012 10:45:43 +0000

Every Sunday Morning we enjoy great Classic Country memories on 1077 GNA from 6-9am. As we prepare to load up a bus trip to see Charley Pride in Pennsylvania, I thought it would be fun to remind everyone about three Nashville stars who were boosted to stardom thanks to their association with the 'Kiss An Angel Good Morning' Singer.

Classic Country Christmas Songs – Part Three

Kevin Richards — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 16:00:43 +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.

Ronnie Milsap Shares Advice to New CMA Nominees [EXCLUSIVE] [AUDIO]

Kevin Richards — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:53:20 +0000

Ronnie Milsap is a legend in Country Music, who is destined to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Over 40 No. 1 hits fill his catalog, including ‘Pure Love,’ ‘Smoky Mountain Rain,’ ‘I Wouldn’t Have Missed It For The World,’ and ‘Lost In The Fifties.’ This former CMA Entertainer of the year [...]

Ronnie Milsap "Stranger In My House"–Flashback Friday

Scott Blaine — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:00:14 +0000

Once again we have come to the end of another week, so it's time to go back into the time machine and relive another great country song and video with this weeks edition of Flashback Friday.

I was listening to my Ronnie Milsap Ultimate Hits CD recently and one song came on that I had almost forgotten about . Now I keep on listening to the one song over and over again as if it were a brand new tune. We go back to 1983 for the top 10 hit "Stranger In My House".

Wildhorse Saloon Opens, Ronnie Dunn Born – Today In Country History

Kevin Richards — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:44:41 +0000

The Music and Memories of June 1 1994- The Wildhorse Saloon opens. Restless Heart performs at the opening, after a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Marty Stuart and Tanya Tucker. House bands include Lonestar, Ricochet, Trick Pony and Sons of the Desert. The Wildhorse Saloon is also the platform for a popular Country line dance show on The Nashville Network. [...]

They Should Be In The Country Music Hall Of Fame

Kevin Richards — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 16:50:50 +0000

Since the 2011 Country Music Hall of Fame inductees have been announced, I’ve talked with several people about who should be next after Reba, Jean Shepard and songwriter Bobby Braddock. Here is my list of the top 10 legends who should be in the Country Music Hall Of Fame. Tanya Tucker- Like Taylor Swift, she [...]

Country Calendar-Jan.16

Kevin Richards — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:00:59 +0000

The Music and Memories of January 16 Kevin’s Country Calendar The Headlines: 2006- The Johnny Cash biopic “Walk The Line” collects three Golden Globes, including Best Musical or Comedy and Best actor wins for Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon. The “Brokeback Mountain” piece “A Love That Will Never Grow Old” performed by Emmylou Harris wins [...]