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Luke Combs Sets Another Attendance Record

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Luke Combs is setting records almost everywhere he goes. When his tour visited Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio last month, the concert drew 97,367 – a new record. Then, weeks later, Combs broke Garth Brooks‘ record when 92,045 attended his show at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee. Now comes word one of his two shows in Green Bay set a new record as well. In a press release, the Green Bay Packers said, “Luke Combs drew a crowd of 51,981 fans to Lambeau Field on Saturday, May 16, during his ‘My Kinda Saturday Night Tour,’ marking the highest attendance for a concert by a single artist in stadium history. Combined with Friday night’s attendance of 40,559, the two shows drew a total of 92,540 fans. The concerts also marked the first time Lambeau Field hosted back-to-back shows by the same artist over a single weekend.”

This Day In Country Music History

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  • Today in 1933, Jimmie Rodgers, who was suffering from tuberculosis, died of a massive hemorrhage at New York’s Taft Hotel. Nicknamed the Singing Brakeman, he had become country music’s first superstar, and, in 1961, the first person inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
  • Today in 1948, Hank and Audrey Williams’ first divorce was finalized. They reunited – and in 1949, Hank Williams, Jr. was born. But their turbulent union officially ended for good in June 1952.
  • Today in 1973, Jeanne Pruett notched a #1 single in Billboard with her signature song, “Satin Sheets.”
  • Today in 1992, Brooks & Dunn netted their first gold album, with their debut, “Brand New Man.”
  • Today in 2002, Elton John and Ryan Adams appeared on “CMT Crossroads.” Their collaborations included a version of Jim Reeves’ “He’ll Have To Go” and a performance of Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls Of Fire.”
  • Today in 2004, Toby Keith won four times at the Academy of Country Music Awards. Keith claimed Entertainer of the Year; Top Male Vocalist; Album, for “Shock’n Y’all”; and Video, for the Willie Nelson duet “Beer For My Horses.”
  • Today in 2005, Faith Hill’s “Mississippi Girl” video debuted on CMT.
  • Today in 2009, Billy Currington took “Good Directions,” written by Luke Bryan, to #1 in Billboard.
  • Today in 2009, Dwight Yoakam performed on “The Tonight Show” becoming the final country artist to appear on the NBC program during Jay Leno’s first tenure as host.
  • Today in 2014, Miranda Lambert gave her “Somethin’ Bad” duet partner, Carrie Underwood, a motorcycle. Her motorcycle lessons hit a snag, however – as Carrie revealed she was pregnant with son Isaiah.
  • Today in 2016, Brett Eldredge cooled down with a tall gold single from the RIAA for “Drunk On Your Love.”
  • Today in 2016, Alabama and Sam Moore were inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville.
  • Today in 2016, Blake Shelton performed “Savior’s Shadow” on the NBC fundraising special “Red Nose Day.” Also appearing are Elton John, Julia Roberts, Bono, Jack Black, Ellen DeGeneres and Tracy Morgan, among others.
  • Today in 2016, the Dierks Bentley/Elle King collabo, “Different For Girls,” hit the airwaves.
  • Today in 2017, the Country Music Hall of Fame opened the exhibit “Jason Aldean: Asphalt Cowboy.” The display included his first guitar, the T-shirt he wore in the “Johnny Cash” video and the cover letter from his original Broken Bow contract offer.
  • Today in 2021, Elle King & Miranda Lambert’s single, “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home),” hit the airwaves.
  • Today in 2021, LeAnn Rimes sang “How Do I Live” on FOX-TV’s “The Masked Singer”
  • Today in 2021, Jason Isbell received three nominations in the Americana Honors & Awards, making him the leading candidate, sharing two of the nods with his band, the 400 Unit, behind the album, “Reunions.”

Kenny Chesney Reaches Major Chart Milestone, Ties George Strait

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Kenny Chesney continues to cement his place in the highest reaches of country music history. Wednesday, his latest single, “Carry On,” debuted at #31 on the Hot Country Songs chart and #20 on Country Airplay. In doing so, Chesney has now scored his 100th hit. In turn, he is now the fourth artist in history to pass the elusive 100-song mark on the Hot Country Songs chart, joining George Jones, who leads with 157, Morgan Wallen, who has 119 in the past eight years, and Taylor Swift, who managed to chart 108 songs before going pop. As for the Country Airplay chart, Chesney is now tied with George Strait for the most ever, with both scoring 100 hits. His next radio hit will make him one of one on that chart, establishing a new record.

This Day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1958, Jerry Lee Lewis announced his marriage to his 13-year-old cousin, Myra. The resulting furor caused Lewis to be booed off stage and forced the cancellation of all but three of his concerts on his British tour. The ensuing controversy all but ruined his career.
  • Today in 1976, “I.O.U.” by Jimmy Dean peaked at #35 on the pop singles chart.
  • Today in 1982, the single, “Love’s Been A Little Bit Hard On Me,” by Juice Newton entered the Top 40 chart.
  • Today in 1988, the city of Los Angeles declared it Buck Owens Day.
  • Today in 1992, Ricky Van Shelton’s album, “Backroads,” topped the charts.
  • Today in 2003, CBS airs “Willie Nelson The Big Six-0: An All-Star Birthday Celebration,” with Ray Charles, B.B. King, Paul Simon, Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Travis Tritt, Lyle Lovett, Bob Dylan, Marty Stuart, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson.
  • Today in 1995, Alan Jackson released the single, “I Don’t Even Know Your Name.”
  • Today in 1997, the “Put Yourself In My Shoes” album by Clint Black was certified triple platinum.
  • Today in 2000, Garth Brooks’ “Double Live” album was certified for sales of 13 million.
  • Today in 2000, the album, “Party Doll And Other Favorites,” by Mary Chapin Carpenter was certified gold.
  • Today in 2002, Brooks & Dunn and Alan Jackson won three times each in the 37th Academy of Country Music Awards at Los Angeles’ Universal Amphitheatre. Brooks & Dunn take Entertainer of the Year; Top Vocal Duo; and Video of the Year, for “Only In America.”
  • Today in 2004, Rascal Flatts was at #1 with “Mayberry.”
  • Today in 2011, Reba McEntire, Jean Shepard, and songwriter Bobby Braddock were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
  • Today in 2012, Pistol Annies’ Angaleena Presley married tour manager Jordan Powell in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
  • Today in 2015, Chris Young’s “Neon” album went gold.
  • Today in 2015, Jana Kramer married NFL tight end Michael Caussin in Charlottesville, Virginia.
  • Today in 2015, Brantley Gilbert launched a two-day motorcycle ride for the Wounded Warriors Project, beginning in Houston and ending in Baton Rouge.
  • Today in 2017, Bruce Robison was hospitalized with flu-like symptoms…and was eventually diagnosed with typhus, an infection spread by insects.
  • Today in 2017, Rascal Flatts performed during each hour of NBC’s four-hour “Today” telecast.
  • Today in 2018, Kane Brown performed “What Ifs” with contestant Spensha Baker during the season finale of NBC’s “The Voice.” The episode also featured Ryan Adams and Jason Aldean, who offered up “Drowns The Whiskey.” Blake Shelton was coaching on the show, along with Kelly Clarkson, Adam Levine, and Alicia Keys.
  • Today in 2018, Darius Rucker participated as a wounded warrior and was presented with the keys to a new house during the Grand Ole Opry. Others performing during the military-themed edition include Trace Adkins, John Conlee, Chris Janson, Kellie Pickler, and Lee Greenwood.
  • Today in 2018, Dan + Shay’s single, “Tequila,” went gold.

H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: ANNA MARIE

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This week’s H&S Feed and Country Store Pet of the Week is “Anna Marie”, a delightful 5 month old orange tabby kitten with a sweet disposition. Anna Marie unfortunately needed to have one eye removed, but that doesn’t slow her down. She loves attention, loves to explore, and gets along great with other cats. She’s not quite sure what to make of dogs, but she sure to warm up to them after she’s around them awhile.

Anna Marie is fully vetted, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped and ready to go to her ‘fur-ever’ home!

And because Anna Marie is the H&S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week, her adoption fee is only $30 this week!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Anna Marie 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 Anna Marie with Izzy from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

The Nashville Palace To Honor Randy Travis With A Room Named After Him

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The Nashville Palace is one of Nashville’s iconic venues, and it’s about to recognize one of Nashville’s iconic singers. The Palace is honoring Randy Travis on June 3 in a celebration of his debut album, “Storms of Life,” which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The famed country venue is renaming its front room after the legendary singer. Barrett Hobbs, The Nashville Palace owner, said in a statement, “In honor of the ‘Storms of Life’ album and years of Randy Travis and The Nashville Palace, the front room will be renamed, forever and ever, The Randy Travis Room.” The June 3rd celebration sold out in a flash, but the venue has released more tickets.

 

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1976, “All The Love In The World” album by Mac Davis was certified gold.
  • Today in 1977, Waylon Jennings topped the charts with the single, “Luchenbach, Texas.”
  • Today in 1983, John Conlee topped the charts with the single, “Common Man.”
  • Today in 1988, Kathy Mattea drives to #1 in Billboard with “Eighteen Wheels And A Dozen Roses.”
  • Today in 1991, the album, “Chill Of An Early Fall,” album by George Strait was certified gold.
  • Today in 1991, Tracy Lawrence signed a recording contract with Atlantic Records.
  • Today in 1991, Lee Greenwood’s video, “God Bless The U.S.A,” was certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
  • Today in 1993, Alan Jackson’s single, “Chattahoochee,” was released.
  • Today in 1993, Dwight Yoakam’s “Ain’t That Lonely Yet” topped the charts.
  • Today in 1994, John Berry’s “Your Love Amazes Me” goes to #1 in Billboard.
  • Today in 1996, Alabama’s “Super Hits” album was released.
  • Today in 1998, Garth Brooks’ album, “No Fences,” became the first country album certified for shipments of 14-million copies.
  • Today in 2002, self-titled albums from Mark Chesnutt, Emerson Drive and Little Big Town arrived in stores.
  • Today in 2002, Willie Nelson and Sheryl Crow taped an installment of “CMT Crossroads” in Los Angeles. In addition to their own material, they offered a duet on the Johnny Cash & June Carter classic “Jackson.”
  • Today in 2008, Darius Rucker’s first country single, “Don’t Think I Don’t Think About It,” was released.
  • Today in 2012, Gloriana is featured on ABC-TV’s “The Bachelorette” performing “(Kissed You) Good Night” as contestant Emily Maynard enjoys a first date.
  • Today in 2013, Kellie Pickler won season 16 of ABC’s “Dancing With The Stars.” Wynonna, who also competed during the season, sings “I Want To Know What Love Is” on the finale.
  • Today in 2016, Luke Bryan and Jason Derulo teamed up as a new episode of “CMT Crossroads” debuted. The set list included “Country Girl (Shake It For Me),” “Strip It Down” and “That’s My Kind Of Night.”

Lainey Wilson Explains How She Had A Wedding Party Full Of Musicians, And None Of Them Performed

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We told you  that Lainey Wilson‘s wedding guest list was stacked with some of the biggest names in country music. “Entertainment Tonight” asked the question on everybody’s minds on the red carpet at the ACMs: with all that talent in the room, did anybody sing? “Nobody got on the mic! We were waitin’!” Lainey said, adding she did call out one of her guests. “I was like, ‘Jelly Roll, they done learned your song, you better get up there boy!'”

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1989, Alabama scored a #1 hit with the single, “If I Had You.”
  • Today in 1994, “The Video Collection” by Billy Ray Cyrus was certified platinum.
  • Today in 1994, Toby Keith’s “Wish I Didn’t Know Now” topped the charts.
  • Today in 1994, “Maverick” made its theater debut, hitting #1 in its first week of release, with cameo appearances from Kathy Mattea, Hal Ketchum, Waylon Jennings, Vince Gill, Janis Gill, Carlene Carter, Reba McEntire and Clint Black.
  • Today in 1999, Tammy Wynette’s death was officially ruled as being due to natural causes.
  • Today in 2000, Jennifer Kinley became a missus when she married Adam Hughes in an outdoor ceremony in Leipers Fork, Tennessee, just outside of Nashville.
  • Today in 2000, Tracy Lawrence made an appearance on the season finale of CBS TV’s “Walker, Texas Ranger.”
  • Today in 2000, Faith Hill’s “The Way You Love Me” began a four-week ride at #1 on the Billboard country chart.
  • Today in 2002, Kix Brooks returned to his alma mater of Louisiana Tech to receive the school’s highest honor: the Tower Medallion.
  • Today in 2006, Jack Ingram makes his first appearance at the top of the Billboard chart with “Wherever You Are.”
  • Today in 2011, Darius Rucker received an honorary doctorate and delivered the commencement speech at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
  • Today in 2014, Luke Bryan’s album, “Crash My Party,” was certified double-platinum, while four of its songs earn metal honors: “Drink A Beer,” “Play It Again” and “That’s My Kind Of Night” go gold and platinum, with the latter single hitting double-platinum. Additionally, the title track reached double-platinum.
  • Today in 2016, Clay Walker headlined a flood relief concert in Houston at Lakewood Church. He was joined by Tim McGraw, Darius Rucker, Kid Rock, Regina Belle and Brian McKnight.
  • Today in 2017, Willie Nelson debuted in the top spot on the “Billboard” country albums chart with “God’s Problem Child.”

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1962, George Jones reached #1 on the Billboard country chart with “She Thinks I Still Care.”
  • Today in 1965, Roger Miller received a gold single for “King of the Road.”
  • Today in 1977, “Smokey & The Bandit” premiered at Radio City Music Hall in New York starring Burt Reynolds, Sally Field, Jackie Gleason and Jerry Reed, singer of “East Bound And Down.” John Schneider appeared in a small walk-on role.
  • Today in 1979, Waylon Jennings and Jessi Cotler had a son, Waylon Albright “Shooter” Jennings. He grew up to become an artist earning a Top 10 country album with 2012’s “Family Man.” He played his father in the 2005 movie “Walk The Line.”
  • Today in 1989, Clint Black hit #1 with his very first single, “A Better Man.” He was the first country artist to reach the top spot with a debut single since Freddy Fender in 1975.
  • Today in 1990, Ronnie Dunn married his wife, Janine.
  • Today in 1992, Mercury released Billy Ray Cyrus’ debut album, “Some Gave All.”
  • Today in 1997, Trisha Yearwood’s version of “How Do I Live” was released.
  • Today in 1998, the “Hope Floats” soundtrack was released, featuring Garth Brooks, Deana Carter, Trisha Yearwood, Lila McCann and Martina McBride. Also released on this day: Terri Clark’s “How I Feel,” Gary Allan’s “It Would Be You” and Keith Harling’s “Write It In Stone.”
  • Today in 2000, Eric Heatherly made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry.
  • Today in 2000, Toby Keith officially became a “good ole boy” when he appeared in the CBS-TV movie, “The Dukes of Hazzard – Hazzard in Hollywood.”
  • Today in 2005, Toby Keith’s “As Good As I Once Was” video debuted on CMT.
  • Today in 2007, Sugarland copped the #1 position in Billboard with “Settlin'”
  • Today in 2013, Donald Trump declared Trace Adkins the winner of “The Celebrity Apprentice” over Penn Jillette on NBC. Adkins sang “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” during the episode, which saw him collect checks from Wynonna Judd, Thompson Square, Billy Ray Cyrus and The Oak Ridge Boys.
  • Today in 2015, Kelsea Ballerini’s debut album, “The First Time,” was released.
  • Today in 2018, Jimmy Wayne receives an honorary doctor of fine arts from Cal State San Marcos.
  • Today in 2020, Gabby Barrett’s single, “The Good Ones,” hit the airwaves.
  • Today in 2020, Vince Gill and former football player Eddie George were recognized as co-chairs of the Legends Society, a campaign to raise money for the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville.
  • Today in 2021, Darius Rucker is a guest panelist on the FOX contest “The Masked Singer.” The black swan character covers Dan + Shay’s “Tequila.”

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