countryfest

It's the event of the decade - Countryfest 2012. It's the new game that's sweeping America.  Ok, that might be too much of a build-up, but it's still a fun little exercise.  Let's see if the brain cells are still in tact and operating smoothly.  How well do you recall the lineup of Countryfest from the year 2000?

We are less than a week away from the biggest party of the summer, Countryfest 2012 is this Saturday (7/9). We've got a great lineup that includes Headliner Eric Church, Joe Nichols, Thompson Square and Josh Thompson. Can't forget the free outdoor portion of the show that has many great local bands as well as rising star Dustin Lynch.

We have amassed ALMOST every poster from each  year the 'GNA has hosted Countryfest.  It's actually becoming a blur.  I've been to every single one, and I couldn't possibly name the artists from any given year, but let's see if YOU can with our little poster quiz

On Saturday night, June 30, 2012, I had the pleasure of being at The Barrel Saloon Rock & Roll Country Bar in Albany.

It's really getting close - Countryfest 2012 at the Times Union Center.  This one's going to be a little different, and I'm convinced it'll be better than ever.   Reason #1 in my book?  It gives local country artists a chance to show their talents.  I thought I'd let you know about one person who's on the bill outside at the block party - Chelsea Cavanaugh

Eric Church is one of the hottest stars in Country Music thanks to the success of his album Chief and the hit singles from the project, 'Drink In My Hand' and 'Springsteen.' On Saturday, July 7 WGNA welcomes Church as the headliner of Countryfest 2012 at the Times Union Center.

Eric Church is one of the hottest stars in Country Music thanks to the success of his album Chief and the hit singles from the project, 'Drink In My Hand' and 'Springsteen.' On Saturday, July 7 WGNA welcomes Church as the headliner of Countryfest 2012 at the Times Union Center.

In 2006, when Eric Church was getting his career started he landed the dream gig of opening for Rascal Flatts on the 'Me and My Gang' tour.  However, he wouldn't be with them very long!