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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.

Brooks & Dunn Reveal 2023 Tour

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Brooks & Dunn have announced plans for 17 new dates of their “Reboot Tour” in 2023. The tour first launched in 2021, which continued throughout 2022 and now 2023.

The new leg of the tour will begin May 4th in Kansas City, Missouri and will conclude on June 17th in Greensboro, North Carolina. The tour is named after the duo’s 2019 collaboration album “Reboot,” which featured Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Cody Johnson and Jon Pardi.

Tickets to the 2023 Reboot Tour dates go on sale to the general public this Friday. See the full tour dates HERE!

Source: CMT

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1953, Hank Williams’ “I’ll Never Get Out Of This World Alive” was #1 on the charts, several weeks after his death.
  • Today in 1981, Dolly Parton’s “9 To 5” reached the top of the Billboard country chart.
  • Today in 1994, George Strait’s “Pure Country” becomes a triple-platinum album.
  • Today in 2003, as Joe Nichols sung “Brokenheartsville” at the Grand Ole Opry, a woman threw a green bra onto the stage. Supposedly, this makes history as the first time an undergarment has ever been thrown onto a stage during a performance.
  • Today in 2006, Josh Turner’s “Your Man” album was released.
  • Today in 2010, Kenny Chesney, Jimmy Buffett, and George W. Bush all attended the NFC Championship Game at the Superdome in New Orleans. The Saints won in overtime against the Minnesota Vikings.
  • Today in 2015, Blake Shelton performed “Neon Light” and “Boys ‘Round Here” as the musical guest on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” but he was also the host!

Thomas Rhett Shares Details On New Single ‘Angels’

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Thomas Rhett released his single “Angels” this Friday, and he’s sharing his hopes for the song with his fans. The singer took to social media to thank everyone for listening to the new single so far, and that he “can’t wait to hear” his fans sing it back to the band at his next concert.

“God, I remember the day I wrote this song, I was like ‘There’s something special about it’ and ever since the record came out, it is kind of just raised it hand the entire time. It’s resonated with a bunch of y’all, so thank y’all for loving it,” Rhett shared on social media.

Rhett is hitting the road soon, finishing up his “Bring The Bar To You” tour in Canada throughout February, before his “Home Team Tour 23” kicks off in Des Moines, Iowa in May, which gives his fans plenty of time to memorize his new songs and sing it back to him, just like he hopes!

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1969, Elvis Presley recorded the song “Suspicious Minds” at the American Studios in Memphis.
  • Today in 1987, “Whoever’s in New England” by Reba McEntire became a gold album.
  • Today in 1990, the album “Killin’ Time” by Clint Black became a platinum album.
  • Today in 2005, Big & Rich’s Big Kenny Alphin married his wardrobe stylist Christiev Carothers, whom he met on the video shoot of Gretchen Wilson’s “Redneck Woman.”
  • Today in 2008, Carrie Underwood won four awards at the second annual CMT Online Awards.
  • Today in 2011, at the AFC Championship Game, the Steelers beat the New York Jets 24-19. Martina McBride sung the national anthem, and Joe Nichols and Hank Williams Jr. performed at halftime.
  • Today in 2013, Brantley Gilbert and Chris Young guest starred on ABC-TV’s “Nashville.” The episode’s music included Jack Ingram’s “Barefoot and Crazy,” along with songs by Thomas Rhett and Edens Edge.
  • Today in 2017, Big & Rich earned a double-platinum single from the RIAA for “Save A Horse (Ride A Cowboy)” and a platinum one for “Lost In This Moment.”
  • Today in 2018, Lari White died of cancer in Nashville. Married to songwriter Chuck Cannon, she earned three Top 10 hits in 1994-1995, had a role in the Tom Hanks movie, “Cast Away,” and co-produced hits for Billy Dean and Toby Keith.
  • Today in 2018, the World Wildlife Fund launched a campaign to battle the poaching of snow leopards with the Rascal Flatts song, “I Won’t Let Go,” providing musical support.

Luke Bryan Kicks Off ‘Crash My Playa’

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Luke Bryan’s annual CRASH MY PLAYA kicked off this Thursday in Cancun, Mexico. The four-day event feature performances by Luke Byran, Chris Stapleton, Cole Swindell, Ashley McBryde, Brian Kelley, Carly Pearce, Chase Rice, Dylan Scott, DJ Rock and Kendall Marvel.

“I love the fact that we get a lot of new talent down there…and the fact that Dustin Lynch does his pool party every year, it’s one of the most amazing moments of the week,” Byan says. Not to be outdone by a pool party, Lionel Richie will make his debut appearance as a guest performer during Luke’s final show.

Check out the full event overview HERE!

Source: Universal Music Group

This day in Country Music History

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  • Today in 1971, Jerry Lee Lewis makes his Grand Ole Opry debut – and broke two promises: that he wouldn’t sing rock & roll, and wouldn’t swear. The set list included “Another Place, Another Time,” “Johnny B. Goode,” “Great Balls Of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On.”
  • Today in 1989, George Bush’s inauguration was all kinds of country. Performing for the occasion were: The Oak Ridge Boys, Crystal Gayle, Moe Bandy, Steve Wariner, Lee Greenwood, Randy Travis and Loretta Lynn.
  • Today in 1995, Wynonna’s self-titled solo debut album was certified quadruple platinum.
  • Today in 1995, Reba McEntire topped the country charts with “‘Til You Loved Me.
  • Today in 1997, Billy Ray Cyrus, Lonestar, Trisha Yearwood and Kim Richey were among the performers at Bill Clinton’s inaugural celebration, which includes 14 different receptions. Vice President Al Gore and wife Tipper danced to the “Tennessee Waltz.”
  • Today in 1998, Garth Brooks released the home video version of his concert in Central Park.
  • Today in 2001, Sara Evans soared to #1 in Billboard with “Born To Fly.”
  • Today in 2005, Keith Urban and John Fogerty taped an episode of “CMT Crossroads” together at Union Station in Los Angeles. In addition to Urban’s hits “You’ll Think Of Me,” “Somebody Like You” and “Days Go By,” they also worked up a version of “Blue Suede Shoes.”
  • Today in 2009, Faith Hill performed “If My Heart Had Wings” at the Washington Convention Center during ABC’s “The Neighborhood Ball: An Inauguration Celebration.” Also appearing: Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Sting, Alicia Keys and Stevie Wonder.
  • Today in 2013, the Zac Brown Band performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” before the NFC Championship Game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. The San Francisco 49ers advance to the Super Bowl with a 28-24 win against the Falcons.
  • Today in 2015, Lady A and Pat Green performed during the inaugural ball for governor Greg Abbott in Austin, Texas.
  • Today in 2016, Justin Moore made a surprise appearance at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge in Nashville, buying a round of drinks for the bar and performing “You Look Like I Need A Drink.”
  • Today in 2017, “Take Your Time” songwriter Shane McAnally married Michael Baum in Nashville with mayor Megan Barry officiating.
  • Today in 2017, Big & Rich played an RIAA inaugural ball with Cowboy Troy at the 930 Club in Washington, D.C., with funds going to Musicians On Call.
  • Today in 2018, Dolly Parton received two MidSouth Emmy awards at the Music City Center in Nashville, including one for the Smoky Mountains Rising telethon.
  • Today in 2019, no joke – Kris Kristofferson welcomed Marilyn Manson on stage with Tanya Tucker, Shooter Jennings and actor Dennis Quaid to perform “Why Me” during Kristofferson’s concert at the Ace Hotel in Los Angeles. Kristofferson, Tucker and Quaid closed the show with “Please Don’t Tell Me How The Story Ends.”
  • Today in 2021, Tyler Hubbard and Tim McGraw sang “Undivided” as multiple TV networks air the inaugural special “Celebrating America.” Helping usher in Joe Biden’s administration are Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, Demi Lovato, Foo Fighters, Justin Timberlake and John Legend.
  • Today in 2021, Garth Brooks performed “Amazing Grace” following Joe Biden’s inaugural speech at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Lady Gaga delivered the national anthem, and Jennifer Lopez offers a mashup of “This Land Is Your Land” and “America, The Beautiful.”

MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: “BAILEY”

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This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Bailey”, a 5 year old male American Staffordshire Terrier Mix. A few years ago, Bailey lost a leg due to being hit by a car, but that hasn’t slowed him down at all. He’s a affectionate fellow who loves adults and kids, and would make a great companion for any family. He also gets along well with other dogs and even cats. Bailey’s well trained, responds to many commands, and is fully house-trained! Bailey’s fully vetted, vaccinated, and ready to meet you!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Bailey 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 Bailey with Shanna from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

CMT Unveils 2023 ‘Next Women of Country’ Class

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“Country Music Television” has announced the 16 women that make up its class of 2023 “Next Women of Country”. The program is designed to support, promote and develop female talent in the country music industry.

This is the largest class in the program’s history, and the includes Alana Springsteen, Kasey Tyndal, and Megan Moroney. The class of 2023 will receive cross-brand support for their music and videos on CMT, CMT Music, and more. You can check out the full list HERE!

Source: CMT

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