- Today in 1968, Merle Haggard recorded “The Legend Of Bonnie And Clyde” at the Capitol recording Studio on Hollywood. The song was inspired by the Warren Beatty film.
- Today in 1970, Tom T. Hall jumped to the #1 spot on the Billboard country chart for the first time with “A Week In A Country Jail.”
- Today in 1977, Loretta Lynn won two American Music Awards. Johnny Cash became the first country artists to win the Award of Merit. Conway Twitty, Charley Pride, Glen Campbell, Willie Nelson, Olivia Newton-John and The Eagles also won awards.
- Today in 1993, Garth Brooks performed the national anthem during a pre-game show, which also featured Tanya Tucker, Billy Burnette, and Fleetwood Mac at the Super Bowl XXVII.
- Today in 1997, Tim McGraw’s album “Not A Moment Too Soon” was certified quintuple-platinum.
- Today in 2006, The Johnny Cash biopic “Walk The Line” with Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon received five Oscar nominations, including Best Actor and Actress.
- Today in 2008, CMT premiered Carrie Underwood’s video “All-American Girl.”
- Today in 2010, Taylor Swift won four awards at the 52nd annual GRAMMY Awards. “Fearless” won the Album of the Year, and Best Country Album, “White Horse” won Best Country Female Vocal and Best Country Song.
- Today in 2013, “Forbes” ranked Kelly Clarkson as 2012’s top-earning “American Idol” graduate, citing revenue of $8-million. Carrie Underwood tied Daughtry at #2 (with $5-million), Scotty McCreery at #4 ($4-million) and Kellie Pickler at #5, ($1.1-million).
- Today in 2013, Blake Shelton “Red River Blue” album went platinum.
- Today in 2015, Carrie Underwood’s “Little Toy Guns” hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2015, Miranda Lambert was nominated in an incredible seven categories to lead the list of finalists for the 50th annual Academy of Country Music awards.
- Today in 2016, Carrie Underwood’s son, Isaiah, took his first steps in Jacksonville, Florida…the same day she launched her “Storyteller Tour.”
- Today in 2016, Eric Church and The Eagles’ Timothy B. Schmit played Tony LaRussa’s Stars To The Rescue benefit for the Animal Rescue Foundation at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California.
- Today in 2017, Carly Pearce’s single, “Every Little Thing,” hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2018, Brad Paisley delivered a surprise pop-up concert at the Sleep Number store in the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. The set included “Today,” “Celebrity,” “Alcohol,” “Mud On The Tires” and “I’m Gonna Miss Her (The Fishin’ Song).”
- Today in 2018, Jerrod Niemann and Love And Theft played a benefit for Virgin Islands hurricane victims at Nashville’s City Winery.
- Today in 2018, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Miley Cyrus and Maren Morris participated as CBS recorded “Elton John: I’m Still Standing – A Grammy Salute” at the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York.
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Chase Rice Debuts Emotional ‘Bench Seat’
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Chase Rice debuted a new song “Bench Seat” this weekend, about a man’s battle with mental health and how his dog ultimately saves him. The song is actually written from the dogs perspective, but the song was written to convey a serious message, according to Rice.
Rice says initially didn’t want to write about this topic because it seemed cliche, but the real story from his friend who had been in a dark place convinced him it was a story he wanted to tell. Rice says his friend was struggling with mental health and addiction, and what convinced him to move forward was that “his dog came and laid his head on his lap, and that connection saved him”
Rice released a music video in addition to his new song, almost 8 minutes long to convey a full story, which follows Rice’s own struggles and the bond he forms with his dog. ultimately showing that there is hope for a happy ending if people are able to get the help they need. The song is a part of his album “I Hate Cowboys & All Dogs Go To Hell” which comes out February 10th.
Source: Country Now
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1958, twenty-year-old Merle Haggard was convicted of second-degree burglary, after a botched break-in attempt at a Bakersfield, California nightclub. He served two years and nine months in prison at San Quentin, and he really did “turn 21 in prison,” as he sang in his hit “Mama Tried.” He was paroled in 1960, and eventually pardoned by then-California governor, Ronald Reagan, in 1972.
- Today in 1972, Kris Kristofferson got five nominations at the Grammys for three songs: “Help Me Make It Through The Night,” “For the Good Times,” and “Me and Bobby McGee.”
- Today in 1981, at the American Music Awards, Kenny Rogers won four awards including Favorite Country Single for “Coward of the Country,” and Country Album for “The Gambler.” The Eagles, The Statler Brothers, and Barbara Mandrell also won awards.
- Today in 1985, in his first Warner Brothers recording session, Randy Travis recorded “Prairie Rose,” and “On The Other Hand.”
- Today in 1988, Kathy Mattea’s “Goin’ Gone” became a #1 country single.
- Today in 1994, at the Super Bowl’s “Rockin’ Country” halftime show, Clint Black, Travis Tritt, and Tanya Tucker were featured. The Judds sang “Love Can Build a Bridge.” The Dallas Cowboys beat the Buffalo Bills 30-13.
- Today in 2000, Faith Hill sang the national anthem at Super Bowl XXXIV, with Travis Tritt performing in the pre-game show. Faith was especially excited about her participation because the big game featured the St. Louis Rams facing off against the Tennessee Titans. Unfortunately, her performance wasn’t enough to send the Titans home with a ring – the Rams took the prize and defeated Titans 23-to-16.
- Today in 2001, Faith Hill was among the top picks in the seventh annual Hanes Hosiery Sexy Legs Survey. The survey revealed that for most people, sexy legs are the one physical feature that turns up the heat! Singer/actress Jennifer Lopez may have taken the top prize – but when people were asked whose legs they’d most like theirs to resemble – guess who trounced the competition (including Jennifer)? Yup – none other than Mrs. McGraw!
- Today in 2001, LeAnn Rimes’ album, “I Need You,” arrived in stores. Around the time of the release, LeAnn took the highly unusual step of publicly distancing herself from the project. In fact, she denounced the existence of the album, saying it was an unauthorized move by the record company. LeAnn and her record company later kissed and made up.
- Today in 2001, “Stuff” magazine released its list of the “2001 Sexiest Women.” Making the list this time around were Shania Twain and LeAnn Rimes.
- Today in 2002, the success of Alan Jackson’s “Drive” album was kicking into high gear internationally. Following the previous chart-topping success in the U.S., the project debuted on the Canadian album charts in the #1 spot! If that’s not enough, he also kept Canadian rockers Nickelback in the #2 slot. SoundScan Canada also noted that this wasn’t a close victory for Alan — his sales of 12,900 put him well ahead of the group whose album, “Silver Side Up,” sold 9,100 copies.
- Today in 2002, Freddy Fender was released from a San Antonio, Texas hospital after having a kidney transplant the week before. Fender had been having problems related to diabetes and hepatitis C.
- Today in 2003, the “Live” album by Alison Krauss + Union Station was certified gold.
- Today in 2004, Keith Urban’s “You’ll Think of Me” video premiered on CMT.
- Today in 2011, Dierks Bentley started recording at the Echo Mountain Studios in Asheville, North Carolina for several days, during which time he recorded “Am I The Only One.” The sessions were captured on video, and posted online with no sound.
- Today in 2013, Blake Shelton’s “Red River Blue” album went platinum.
Luke Combs Details His New 18-Track Album ‘Gettin’ Old’
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Luke Combs has shared new details about his upcoming album “Gettin’ Old.” Combs announced the title and cover art on social media, revealed that the album will be 18 tracks long, and is personal – reflecting his current stage of life.
The album covers a whole host of themes including: coming of age, loving where life is now but also missing how it used to be, falling in love, wondering how much time one has left, family, friends, being thankful, and leaving a legacy.
Combs also shared that he will be releasing a new song “Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old” from the 18-track album today (check it out below), while the full album will be released on March 24th. The new album is a continuation of his previously released project, “Growin’ Up“, which can be seen quite literally by looking at the two albums side by side: the album art connects together to make one big picture!
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1956, Elvis’ first single, “Heartbreak Hotel” was released.
- Today in 1979, Johnny Horton recorded “The Battle of New Orleans.”
- Today in 1973, Tom Hall reached #1 on the Billboard country singles chart with “(Old Dogs-Children And) Watermelon Wine.”
- Today in 1992, at the American Music Awards, Garth Brooks won three trophies and Wynonna sang “She Is His Only Need.”
- Today in 1998, The Dixie Chicks’ first major label album, “Wide Open Spaces,” was released.
- Today in 2004, Two songs performed in “Cold Mountain” by Alison Kraus won Oscar nominations: “You Will Be My Ain True Love,” by Sting, and “The Scarlet Tide,” by Bone Burnett and Elvis Costello.
- Today in 2007, “Watching You” by Rodney Atkins was at the top of the Billboard country singles chart.
- Today in 2014, the video “This is How We Roll” was shot by Florida Georgia Line and Luke Bryan.
- Today in 2017, PBS aired “Brad Paisley – Landmarks Live In Concert: A Great Performances Special.” Filmed at West Virginia University, it included renditions of “Mud On The Tires,” “Then,” “Southern Comfort Zone,” “Take Me Home, Country Roads” and “I’m Still A Guy,” the latter featuring guest Chris Young.
- Today in 2017, Scotty McCreery had a surprise visitor, Randy Travis, when he performed at Billy Bob’s Texas in Fort Worth. McCreery sang “Forever And Ever, Amen” during the show, as tribute.
- Today in 2017, Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, Bonnie Owens, Billy Mize and Red Simpson were the inaugural inductees in the Bakersfield Music Hall of Fame.
- Today in 2018, Chris Stapleton was the musical guest on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” surprising viewers by bringing along unannounced guest Sturgill Simpson for performances of “Midnight Train To Memphis” and “Hard Livin’.”
- Today in 2020, Kane Brown received quintuple-platinum singles from the RIAA for “Heaven” and for “What Ifs,” his duet with Lauren Alaina.
- Today in 2020, Luke Combs’ single, “Does To Me,” which features Eric Church, hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2021, Kris Kristofferson’s retirement was noted in passing as part of an official press release announcing Morris Higham Management would oversee his estate.
- Today in 2021, Tyler Farr and his wife, Hannah, welcomed their daughter, Hollis Caroline, in Tennessee.
MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: “HURRICANE”
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This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Hurricane”, a one and a half year old male kitty who gets along great with other cats. He’s kind of a lazy guy and likes to relax, but he enjoys some attention from time to time. Hurricane would enjoy curling up on the couch with you in front of the TV, and would love to meet you!
If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Hurricane 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 Hurricane with Shanna from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:
Luke Bryan Performs With Lionel Richie At ‘Crash My Playa’
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Luke Bryan has wrapped up his “Crash My Playa” music festival in Cancun, Mexico and surprised fans by bringing out Lionel Richie as a special guest. The two performed together and shared a tight embrace on stage, with Bryan expressing his gratitude for the experience.
The two served up an experience that attendees gushed over, singing a string of songs including “Brick House” and “All Night Long”. Bryan documented the whole affair, plus a whole lot more, on his Instagram.
Speaking of, the biggest fan freaking out about the co-lab may have been Bryan himself! On his Instagram post, Bryan was quick to praise Richie. “Thanks to everyone who made it an epic night that I will never forget. @lionelrichie joining me onstage was a bucket list moment.
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1947, Hank Williams wrote the song “I Saw The Light.”
- Today in 1979, “The Dukes Of Hazzard,” starring Tom Wopat, John Schneider and Catherine Bach, debuted on CBS. Waylon Jennings narrated the show and sang the theme song, which became a country hit.
- Today in 1992, Hillary Clinton went after those who snarked about her defense of her husband, by dissing the First Lady of country music on “60 Minutes.” “I’m not sitting here You know, I’m not sitting here – some little woman standing by my man like Tammy Wynette,” she told Steve Kroft. “I’m sitting here because I love him, and I respect him.” Yeah…people – especially Tammy Wynette fans – didn’t appreciate it very much.
- Today in 1994, Diamond Rio earned a gold album for “Close to the Edge.”
- Today in 1994, the “In Pieces” album by Garth Brooks was certified quadruple platinum.
- Today in 1997, Mary Chapin Carpenter performed “Down At the Twist and Shout” during the halftime show at the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
- Today in 1998, George Strait, Reba McEntire, Alabama and Lee Ann Womack all won trophies at the 25th annual American Music Awards.
- Today in 1998, Alan Jackson’s album, “Everything I Love” was certified double-platinum.
- Today in 2001, it was announced that Reba McEntire was given the “green light” for half-hour sitcom to air on the WB Network. The same day, Reba made her debut as Annie Oakley in the Broadway musical “Annie Get Your Gun.”
- Today in 2003, Mark Wills enjoyed his fourth consecutive week at #1 with his single, “19 Somethin’.”
- Today in 2003, at the Super Bowl, the Dixie Chicks sang the national anthem and Shania Twain sang “Main! I Feel Like A Woman!”
- Today in 2009, Chris Young’s song “Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song)” is played on the radio for the first time.
- Today in 2010, Kieth Urban and John Mayer shot an episode of CMT Crossroads, singing “Sweet Thing,” “Tonight I Wanna Cry,” and “‘Til Summer Comes Around,” for an audience that included Taylor Swift, Jake Owen, Kix Brooks, and Eric Gunderson.
- Today in 2010, Lady Antebellum’s album “Need You Now” was released.
- Today in 2014, Kacey Musgraves won Best Country Album and Best Country Song at the GRAMMYs.
- Today in 2016, Jake Owen makes a surprise appearance to duet on “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” during Eric Paslay’s show at Marathon Music Works in Nashville. Little Big Town’s Karen Fairchild also makes a cameo.
- Today in 2018, Jason Aldean’s “You Make It Easy” hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2019, Miranda Lambert married New York police officer Brendan McLoughlin on her property in rural Tennessee.
- Today in 2020, Tanya Tucker was a double-winner during the 62nd annual GRAMMY awards at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. “While I’m Livin'” scored Best Country Album, and “Bring My Flowers Now” earns Best Country Song.
- Today in 2020, Keith Urban was named an officer of the order of Australia.
- Today in 2021, Tom T. Hall was recognized among the 2020 Kentucky Governor’s Awards honorees during a virtual ceremony.
Chris Stapleton To Sing National Anthem At Super Bowl
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Chris Stapleton will be performing the National Anthem at the Super Bowl LVII. He announced the news on social media, and country stars have flocked to congratulate him, including Lindsay Ell who enthusiastically commented on his post “I AM HERE FOR THIS.”
Stapleton will be joining an already star-studded lineup that includes include Babyface, Colin Denny and Sheryl Lee Ralph. After his performance at the Super Bowl, Stapleton will be join country legend George Strait for stadium tour. Super Bowl LVII is kicks off February 12th.
Source: CMT
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1982, Kenny Rogers won three trophies in pop and country at the American Music Awards. Willie Nelson, Barbara Mandrell, Anne Murray, and The Oak Ridge Boys also won country awards.
- Today in 1988, Randy Travis won four awards at the American Music Awards.
- Today in 1989, the Judds’ “Heartland” album was certified platinum.
- Today in 1989, Kathy Mattea was in the top-10 with “Life As We Knew It.”
- Today in 1991, Emmylou Harris became a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
- Today in 1992, Sawyer Brown was #1 on the charts with “The Dirt Road.”
- Today in 1993, Brooks & Dunn released their single “Hard Workin’ Man.”
- Today in 2005, Kenny Chesney released his album “Be As You Are (Songs From An Old Blue Chair)”
- Today in 2006, Brad Paisley’s “Time Well Wasted” became a platinum album.
- Today in 2006, Carrie Underwood collected a gold award for her song, “Jesus, Take The Wheel.”
- Today in 2008, The CMT reality show “Gone Country” hosted by John Rich debuted, featuring Bobby Brown, Carnie Wilson, Enrique Iglesias Jr. and Twisted Sister singer Dee Snider.
- Today in 2010, Jerrod Niemmann’s “Lover Lover” played on the radio for the first time.
- Today in 2014, Luke Bryan played a sold-out concert at Madison Square Garden. He sung “That’s My Kind Of Night,” “Drunk On You,” and “Drink a Beer.” Lee Brice and Cole Swindell opened.
- Today in 2015, Jo Dee Messina performed the national anthem before the NHL All-Star Game at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Team Toews defeated Team Foligno, 17-12.
- Today in 2016, Randy Houser’s “Goodnight Kiss” was certified gold by the RIAA.
- Today in 2017, former Western Michigan University baseball player Frankie Ballard delivers the keynote speech as the Broncos hold their annual Leadoff Dinner at the Cityscape Event Center in Kalamazoo
- Today in 2018, the Bellamy Brothers were inducted into the Florida Artists Hall of Fame in Tallahassee.
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