MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: CAIRO

Posted on April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Cairo”, a super-friendly one year old Pointer mix. Cairo is house-trained, walks well on a leash, and loves sitting on your lap even though he’s a pretty good-sized boy at 55 lbs. Cairo is vetted, fully vaccinated and ready to find his furr-ever home!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Cairo or any of the pets at Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter, visit https://www.stephenmemorial.org/ and fill out an adoption application.

Check out our visit about Cairo with Shanna from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

Willie Nelson To Receive LBJ Liberty & Justice For All Award; Eric Church, Sam Hunt To Perform

Posted on April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Eric Church, Sam Hunt, Elle King, and Lyle Lovett are all going to pay tribute to Willie Nelson at a gala on May 12th, where he’ll be receiving the LBJ Liberty & Justice for All Award from the LBJ Foundation. The gala is going to benefit the Willie Nelson Endowment for Uplifting Rural Communities at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at The University of Texas at Austin.

“It’s a reflection of Willie’s impactful legacy that these extraordinary artists will be paying tribute to him. “We couldn’t be happier with how the evening is shaping up.” says Larry Temple, chairman of the LBJ Foundation Board of Trustees.

The endowment will support research and student fellowships focused on these issues to help rural communities. The endowment has received sponsorships from President Lyndon B Johnson and Mrs. Johnson’s daughters, as well as Texas retailer H-E-B. For those who are interested in tickets or helping sponsor the endowment as well, you can out the LBJ Award website.

Source: Universal Music Group

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 27, 2023April 27, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1968, Merle Haggard’s “The Legend of Bonnie and Clyde” reached #1 in Billboard.
Today in 1976, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris performed together for the first time for a taping of the TV show, “Dolly.”
Today in 1993, Brooks & Dunn’s “Hard Workin’ Man” went gold and platinum simultaneously.
Today in 1997, Alan Jackson hit #1 with “Tonight I Climbed the Wall.”
Today in 1999, the “Always Never The Same” album by George Strait was certified gold and platinum.
Today in 2000, “People” magazine’s annual “50 Most Beautiful People in the World” list was released with Faith Hill and Shania Twain among the honorees. When asked what the most important aspect of beauty is, Faith had a very candid answer. She said, quote, “I always said I wanted huge breasts, because I used to think that was the most important quality.” Somehow, we think her husband, Tim McGraw, likes Faith just the way she is. This appearance in the 50 Most Beautiful People list was the first for Shania and the second for Faith who was included back in 1995.
Today in 2001, a stretch of highway in Trisha Yearwood‘s hometown of Monticello, Georgia was named for her.
Today in 2004, Interscope released Loretta Lynn’s “Van Lear Rose” album. It was produced by White Stripes’ Jack White.
Today in 2004, Epic released Gretchen Wilson’s debut single “Redneck Woman.”
Today in 2008, Emmylou Harris and Ernest “Pop” Stoneman were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame during the medallion ceremony in Nashville.
Today in 2009, CMT debuted Randy Houser’s “Boots On” video.
Today in 2010, Shania Twain mentored the final six competitors on FOX-TV’s “American Idol,” with Casey James. The episode’s list included “You’ve Got A Way,” “Any Man Of Mine,” “No One Needs To Know” and “You’re Still the One.”
Today in 2011, Jason Aldean lead the finalists of the CMT Music Awards with four nominations.
Today in 2012, CMT debuted Dustin Lynch’s “Cowboys And Angels,” Easton Corbin’s “Lovin’ You Is Fun” and Thomas Rhett’s “Something To Do With My Hands.”
Today in 2016, Miranda Lambert was an unexpected guest, joining Chris Stapleton, Morgane Stapleton and Anderson East on “My Girl” during a show at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles.
Today in 2017, Pat Green played a free concert for military personnel at Fort Hood in Texas.
Today in 2017, Dierks Bentley scored a gold single from the RIAA for “Black” and a platinum for “Different For Girls.”
Today in 2018, Florida Georgia Line brings out surprise guest Jason Derulo for “This Is How We Roll” during the Stagecoach country festival in Indio, California. They also welcome Jake Owen and Chris Lane for “Sun Daze” and Morgan Wallen for “Up Down.”
Today in 2019, Matt Stell performed “Prayed For You” during his Grand Ole Opry debut.
Today in 2020, “Nobody But You,” the Blake Shelton duet with Gwen Stefani, was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Today in 2021, Colt Ford underwent surgery for cancer in his right eye.

Dolly Parton Shares Details On New Song Debuting At ACM Awards

Posted on April 26, 2023April 26, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Dolly Parton was on “Good Morning America” yesterday to promote her new children’s book “Billy the Kid Makes it Big.” But Parton also gave some hints about her upcoming performance at the ACM Awards.

Parton will be co-hosting the show with Garth Brooks and performing the first single from her upcoming rock album, “Rock Star.” She shares that the song, “World On Fire”, will apparently be about trying to ”heal the divide and just get a long a little better…it’s really got a great message to it. But it’s also good and solid, kind of like a rock anthem.”

Parton was inspired to make the album after being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and has enlisted the help of many rock legends to collaborate on the album. The ACM Awards will be on May 11th and will stream live on Amazon Prime Video.

Source: Taste Of Country

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 26, 2023April 26, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1991, Ricky Van Shelton & Dolly Parton’s duet, “Rockin’ Years,” hit #1.
Today in 1992, Tracy Lawrence was #1 on the charts with “Today’s Lonely Fool.”
Today in 1994, Pam Tillis released her album, “Sweetheart’s Dance.”
Today in 1994, the “Read My Mind” album by Reba McEntire was released.
Today in 1994, Randy Travis’ “This Is Me” album was released.
Today in 1995, the “Thinkin’ About You” album by Trisha Yearwood was certified gold.
Today in 1996, Shania Twain hit #1 with the single, “You Win My Love.”
Today in 1996, Clay Walker revealed he had been diagnosed with MS.
Today in 1998, more than $10,000 was raised for tornado relief in Nashville when more than 1,500 tourists and local residents turned out for a special concert at the Wildhorse Saloon. Naomi Judd hosted, and performers volunteering their time and talent included Wade Hayes, Trace Adkins, David Ball, Eddy Raven, Burnin’ Daylight and Deryl Dodd.
Today in 1999, Jo Dee Messina won 3 awards at the Boston Music Awards. One of her trophies was in the coveted Act of the Year category. No country singer had ever even been nominated in that category before, so it was quite a surprise when Jo Dee won, beating out the likes of Aerosmith and Paula Cole. Jo Dee was also named Outstanding Country Artist and Outstanding Female Vocalist.
Today in 1999, Jo Dee Messina’s “Lesson In Leavin” single was released. Here’s a fun fact for you – the tune’s release date was also the same day in 1980 that Dottie West’s original version of the song hit #1 on the charts.
Today in 2000, Trisha Yearwood hit the road on her “Real Live Woman Tour.” She was joined by Kim Richey and Jessica Andrews.
Today in 2013, George Jones died at the age of 81. While the legendary “Possum” was as known for his turbulent marriage to Tammy Wynette and struggle with drugs and alcohol as he was for his music. But he wasn’t just an inspiration to country artists, On the day of his death, Nathan Followill of the alternative rock band Kings of Leon tweeted, “RIP, George Jones, you’ll be sorely missed. One of the all time greats.” Jones’ story was one of redemption. After quitting booze cold turkey in 1999, his legend became based on the realism in his music and his dedication to what he called “hardcore country music,” which remained resolute until the day he died.
Today in 2014, Luke Bryan’s “Play It Again” spent the first of nine weeks at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
Today in 2015, Eric Paslay and Natalie Harker were married in Charlotte, Tennessee.
Today in 2017, Jon Pardi made a surprise appearance on Decision Day at his alma mater, Dixon High School, in California. He performed “Dirt On My Boots” and “Head Over Boots” for the student body.
Today in 2018, eight Chris Stapleton titles earned RIAA awards: the “From A Room: Volume 1” album got a platinum award, while “Volume 2” went gold. The single “Tennessee Whiskey” was certified quadruple-platinum; “Nobody To Blame,” “Parachute” and “Fire Away” hit platinum status; “Whiskey And You” went gold; and “Broken Halos” was tagged as gold and platinum.
Today in 2019, the RIAA confirmed that Dan + Shay’s single, “Speechless,” went double-platinum. They also scored a triple-platinum award for “Tequila.”
Today in 2019, P!nk’s pop album, “Hurts 2B Human,” was released. Why do you care? It features the Chris Stapleton duet, “Love Me Anyway.”
Today in 2021, Craig Wayne Boyd and his wife, Taylor Boyd, welcomed their daughter, Blakely Kay Boyd.

Tracy Lawrence Dropping ‘Live At Billy Bob’s Texas’ Album

Posted on April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Tracy Lawrence owned the 90’s – and to this day is one of the standard-bearers for classic country music. So it’s fitting that the singer has played over 30 times at the legendary Billy Bob’s Texas – and even more fitting that when he played there last October, he recorded everything in order to release “Tracy Lawrence Live At Billy Bob’s Texas” next month.

The album features 18 tracks, including many of Tracy’s own hits, as well as versions of Jamey Johnson‘s “In Color” and Charlie Daniels Band‘s “The Devil Went Down To Georgia.” And, to celebrate the release of the album, Tracy is playing a live show that same night – May 12 – at Billy Bob’s Texas. Should be quite a show!

Here’s the track listing for the album:

“Made In America”
“Find Out Who Your Friends Are”
“If The World Had A Front Porch”
“As Any Fool Can See”
“Stars Over Texas”
“Don’t Drink Whiskey”
“How A Cowgirl Says Goodbye”
“Texas Tornado”
“Nothing Burns Like You”
“In Color”
“Sticks And Stones”
“Alibis”
“Can’t Break It To My Heart”
“The Devil Went Down To Georgia”
“Time Marches On”
“Paint Me A Birmingham”
“I See It Now”
“Better Man, Better Off”

Source: WhiskeyRiff

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1986, the “Greatest Hits” album by Ronnie Milsap was certified double platinum.
Today in 1986, The Judds’ “Why Not Me” album was certified platinum. It was their first.
Today in 1994, the single, “Don’t Take The Girl,” by Tim McGraw was released.
Today in 1995, Pam Tillis’ album, “Sweethearts Dance,” was certified platinum.
Today in 1996, Marty Stuart’s breakthrough album, “Tempted,” was certified gold.
Today in 1997, the “Me And You” album by Kenny Chesney was certified gold.
Today in 2000, Trisha Yearwood kicked off her “Real Live Woman Tour” in St. Louis, Missouri. She was joined by Kim Richey and Jessica Andrews.
Today in 2000, Faith Hill’s “Breathe” took over the #1 spot on “Billboard’s” Adult Contemporary chart. The achievement made her the first American female to top “Billboard’s” AC chart since LeAnn Rimes did it back in November of 1997. Her previous pop smash, “This Kiss,” had gone to #3.
Today in 2000, the Academy of Country Music has announced that Tammy Wynette had been named as the first posthumous recipient of the Pioneer Award.
Today in 2003, Brooks & Dunn kicked off their third annual Neon Circus & Wild West Show concert tour in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Their supporting acts included Rascal Flatts, Brad Paisley, Aaron Lines and Jeff Bates.
Today in 2005, Lonestar guitarist Michael Britt and then-wife, Rene, welcomed daughter Hillary Quinn Britt.
Today in 2009, Diamond Rio’s Jimmy Olander ran 13.1-miles in the Country Music Marathon and Half-Marathon in two-hours, 10-minutes. Marty Roe completed it in 2:20 and The Dancehall Doctors’ Jeff McMahon did it in 3:36
Today in 2012, Brad Paisley appeared on an episode of the animated Comedy Central series “South Park,” singing the national anthem at a fictitious Denver Nuggets basketball game and performing “I Swear” with Cartman.
Today in 2015, Terri Clark completed her first half-marathon, running the 13.1-mile course at the Country Music Marathon in two hours, 48 minutes. Bryan White also ran the half, while “Nashville” actors Sam Palladio and Chaley Rose take part in the 5k.
Today in 2016, Kid Rock discovered the body of his assistant, 30-year-old Michael Sacha, on his Whites Creek, Tennessee, property after an apparent ATV accident.
Today in 2017, Little Big Town unveiled a collection of clothing and accessories, released in conjunction with the Grand Ole Opry, during a launch party in Nashville.
Today in 2017,Shania Twain revealed in the Los Angeles Times that she’s discovered her vocal problems were caused by Lyme disease
Today in 2017, a fire broke out in the pasture at Justin Moore’s farm in Poyen, Arkansas. No one was hurt in the blaze, extinguished by the local fire department.

Reba’s Explains The Message Behind Her Book ‘Not That Fancy’

Posted on April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Reba McEntire has her third book, “Not That Fancy,” coming out this fall. In a sit-down with “Sunday Today,” the singer/actress broke down what she thinks is the real meaning she hopes people take from the book.

“We talk about family, friends, how to throw a party that’s not so fancy – that’s my kind of party. I don’t really care if everything matches; sometimes I ask to use real plates instead of paper plates. But I love Solo cups. I think that’s the main message of the book: don’t not have a party because everything doesn’t look right, or you didn’t have time to get this ready…just go have fun!”

The book is expected to his shelves October 10.

Source: Today.com

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 24, 2023April 24, 2023 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1976, Emmylou Harris’ remake of Buck Owens’ “Together Again” became her first number one country single in Billboard.
Today in 1982, Kelly Clarkson was born in Fort Worth, Texas. She became the winner of the first season of “American Idol” and earned country hits when she joined Reba McEntire on “Because Of You” and Jason Aldean on “Don’t You Wanna Stay.”
Today in 1991, Garth Brooks won a record six times during the 26^th annual Academy Of Country Music awards on NBC including Entertainer of the Year and Top Male Vocalist; Album (“No Fences”); Single Record (“Friends In Low Places”); and Song and Video (“The Dance”).
Today in 1993, Willie Nelson held Farm Aid VI in Ames, Iowa with Sawyer Brown, Martina McBride, The Kentucky HeadHunters, Marty Stuart, Dwight Yoakam, Ringo Starr, Bryan Adams, Paul Simon, Travis Tritt, Ricky Van Shelton, Waylon Jennings and more.
Today in 1993, Sammy Kershaw was sittin’ pretty with his number one country single, “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful.”
Today in 2001, Tim McGraw’s album, “Set This Circus Down,” arrived in stores.
Today in 2008, Toby Keith performed at a base in Kandahar, Afghanistan for 2,500 troops in his sixth USO tour. It was interrupted by mortar fire.
Today in 2011, on NBC’s “The Celebrity Apprentice,” John Rich earned $20,000 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as the winning project manager for a four-page Trump Collection advertising presentation.
Today in 2012, Lee Brice’s “Hard To Love” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2014, Carrie Underwood was unveiled among Time magazine’s “Time 100” list of the world’s most influential people. Also named were Robert Redford, Hillary Clinton, Vladimir Putin, Barack Obama and Miley Cyrus.
Today in 2015, Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis and Danny Masterson were among the 60,000 at the first night of the Stagecoach Country Music Festival in Indio, California, for music by Tim McGraw, Kacy Musgraves, Parmalee and Merle Haggard.
Today in 2017, Eric Church, Chris Young and Reba McEntire attended the annual Best Cellars dinner, a benefit that raised $225,000 for the T.J. Martell Foundation at the Omni Nashville Hotel. Others on hand included Dustin Lynch, Martina McBride, Scotty McCreery, Big Kenny, Cole Swindell and three members of Little Big Town.
Today in 2017, as the Backstreet Boys enjoyed their first country hit, Nick Carter sat in as a guest judge on ABC’s “Dancing With The Stars.” The band is teamed at the time with Florida Georgia Line on “God, Your Mama, And Me.”

Iowa State Fair Announces Loaded Country Lineup

Posted on April 21, 2023April 21, 2023 by Bob Ballard

The Iowa State Fair announced their concert lineup yesterday, and it is stacked. Multiple genres are represented: rap (Ludacris), comedy (Jeff Dunham), Contemporary Christian (For King & Country) and pop (New Kids On The Block) – but by far the lion’s share of the performance schedule definitely leans country.

Big names are lined up, including Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Maren Morris, Tyler Hubbard and The Chicks. Check out the concert schedule for the 2023 Iowa State Fair and plan your road trips accordingly:

Thursday, August 10th – For King + Country
Friday, August 11th – Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line
Saturday, August 12th – New Kids on the Block
Sunday, August 13th – Eric Church
Monday, August 14th – The Black Keys
Tuesday, August 15th – Jeff Dunham
Wednesday, August 16th – Lindsey Stirling
Thursday, August 17th – Maren Morris
Friday, August 18th – Ludacris
Saturday, August 19th – The Chicks
Sunday, August 20th – Jason Aldean

Source: Who13DesMoines

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