Musical About Johnny Cash Coming To Broadway

Posted on April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Johnny Cash’s life will be the subject of a new Broadway musical, being developed by former Sony music boss Tommy Mottola.

Tentatively titled “Johnny & June,” a reference to the Man in Black and his wife June Carter Cash, the musical will be directed by Tony winner Des McAnuff, who was behind such musicals as “Jersey Boys,” The Who’s “Tommy,” “Big River” and more.

So far no actor has been cast to play Cash. The project is being is being workshopped with Dodgers Theatricals, which is also a producer.

Source: New York Post

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1976, “You’ve Never Been This Far Before” album by Conway Twitty was certified gold.
Today in 1982, Alabama’s “Mountain Music” album was certified gold and platinum.
Today in 1991, Alan Jackson and Michael Irwin shared song of the year honors at the “Music City News Country Songwriters Awards” in Nashville for “Here In The Real World” — the title track from Jackson’s first album
Today in 1992, the Judd’s “Final Concert” video was released.
Today in 1992, Doug Stone underwent quadruple-bypass surgery in Nashville after experiencing chest pains three days earlier at a concert in Oregon.
Today in 1992, Garth Brooks was named Entertainer of the Year and Top Male Vocalist at the 27^th annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Plus: Billy Dean was one of seven double-winners. He took Top New Male Vocalist and Song of the Year, for “Somewhere In My Broken Heart”
Today in 1996, Kenny Rogers underwent laser gall bladder surgery in Athens, Georgia.
Today in 1999, “I’m Alright” album by Jo Dee Messina was certified platinum.
Today in 2002, Alison Krauss + Union Station began a two-night stand at the Palace Theater in Louisville, Kentucky. The shows were recorded for a concert album, “Alison Krauss + Union Station – Live.”
Today in 2004, Wynonna and the rock band Heart tape an episode of “CMT Crossroads,” hosted by Radney Foster, at Belmont University in Nashville. The set list included “Only Love” and “Girls With Guitars.”
Today in 2011, Toby Keith is forced to take cover in a bunker when four mortars explode nearby just before he is to go on stage to perform for American soldiers in the Middle East.
Today in 2013, Hunter Hayes’ “I Want Crazy” video debuts on CMT.
Today in 2014, Josh Turner’s first book, “Man Stuff: Thoughts On Faith, Family, And Fatherhood,” was released.
Today in 2015, Taylor Swift placed a 10-minute call to a 12-year-old in Chicago battling lymphoma.
Today in 2016, Carrie Underwood collected gold singles from the RIAA for a pair of titles: “Heartbeat” and “Smoke Break.”
Today in 2016, Martina McBride’s “Reckless” album was released.
Today in 2016, Maren Morris earned her first gold single from the RIAA for “My Church.”
Today in 2016, Sam Hunt welcomed surprise guests Snoop Dogg, G-Easy and Bebe Rexha for his performance of “House Party” during the Stagecoach Country Music Festival.
Today in 2016, Chris Young celebrated a gold single from the RIAA for “Neon,” plus platinum certification for four tracks: “You,” “Aw Naw,” “Who I Am With You” and “Gettin’ You Home (The Black Dress Song).”
Today in 2017, Blake Shelton, Florida State University alum Jake Owen and Big & Rich delivered the first-ever full-stadium concert at FSU’s Doak Stadium in Tallahassee.
Today in 2017, Little Big Town sang “I Is For Instruments” in a guest appearance on “Sesame Street.”
Today in 2017, Shania Twain brought out surprise guest, pop singer Nick Jonas, to help out on “Party For Two” during her show at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival. Another pop star, One Direction’s Niall Horan, was also in the crowd as Kelsea Ballerini joined Twain on “Any Man Of Mine.”
Today in 2018, Jason Aldean raised $30-thousand for a cancer charity with a concert at Joe’s Bar in Chicago. He opened with “Take A Little Ride,” closed with “She’s Country” and threw in a cover of “Pink Houses.”
Today in 2018, Runaway June performed “Buy My Own Drinks” live for the first time during the Stagecoach Country Music Festival.
Today in 2019, Old Dominion paid a visit to pediatric patients at the Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital in California.
Today in 2019, Eric Church earned double-platinum singles from the RIAA for “Record Year,” “Like A Wrecking Ball” and “Smoke A Little Smoke,” plus a platinum single for “Guys Like Me” and gold awards for “Over When It’s Over” and “Sinners Like Me.” He also scores a double-platinum album for “The Outsiders” and a gold album for “Sinners Like Me.”
Today in 2020, Hunter Hayes was revealed as the astronaut on the FOX series, “The Masked Singer.”
Today in 2021, Reba McEntire returned in her recurring role on the CBS sitcom, “Young Sheldon.” The episode introduced viewers to her character’s occupation as a hair stylist.
Today in 2021, Luke Combs’ video for “Forever After All” debuted.
Today in 2021, when the Jacksonville Jaguars selected Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence with the first pick in the NFL draft, he was joined at his draft party is Darius Rucker.

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

Posted on April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Peanut”, an 8 year old Terrier/MinPin mix. Peanut is affectionate, loves attention, and loves to curl up next to you or on your lap. Peanut’s not a big fan of other dogs, though, so he would be best suited to be the only pet in the family. Peanut is fully vetted, vaccinated, and ready to meet you!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Peanut 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 Peanut with Terry Gott from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:

Thomas Rhett Wants His Daughters To Be Able To Dance To His Songs

Posted on April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Thomas Rhett would love for his kids to enjoy his music, and he tried to make that happen with his latest album “Where We Started.” Thomas says his kids love music that you can dance to, which inspired such songs as “Church Boots,” “Anything Cold,” “Paradise” and “Somebody Like Me.”

“Kids attach to melody and beat so much more sometimes than they attach to lyric,” he says. “And so, they really are such a good gauge,” noting that he and his kids have “dance parties weekly.”

Some of the songs his daughters really love include Jonas Brothers’ “Sucker” and One Direction’s “What Makes You Beautiful.”

So with his album, Thomas shares, “I am trying to make songs that they are going to wanna be like, I love that song.”

Source: Thomas Rhett

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 28, 2022April 28, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1973, Charlie Rich rose to number one on the Billboard country chart with “Behind Closed Doors.”
Today in 1978, the “Here You Come Again” album by Dolly Parton was certified platinum.
Today in 1984, the Judds’ first #1 hit, “Mama He’s Crazy,” debuted on the charts.
Today in 1989, George Strait’s “Beyond The Blue Neon” album was certified gold.
Today in 1993, John Michael Montgomery earned his first gold album with his debut, “Life’s a Dance.”
Today in 1994, John Berry’s son, Sean Thomas Berry, was born. Hours later the nurses found John sitting on a hallway floor with a massive headache, only to find a cyst on his brain through a CAT scan.
Today in 1995, Lorrie Morgan’s “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength” hit the charts.
Today in 1998, Clint Black made his dramatic TV acting debut when he co-starred in the CBS TV movie “Still Holding On: The Legend of Cadillac Jack,” with his wife Lisa Hartman Black.
Today in 1998, Trisha Yearwood made her dramatic TV acting debut on CBS TV’s “Jag”, playing Lt. Cmdr. Theresa Coulter – a forensic pathologist.
Today in 2000, Rascal Flatts made their Grand Ole Opry debut.
Today in 2000, Faith Hill and Shania Twain were tapped as two of “People” magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful.”
Today in 2001, Brooks & Dunn began a six-week stay at #1 on the Billboard country chart with “Ain’t Nothing ‘Bout You.”
Today in 2003, Reba McEntire began a one-week stint as the center square on “Hollywood Squares.” Also occupying squares on the syndicated gameshow: Henry Winkler, John Ritter and Kermit The Frog.
Today in 2005, Eddie Montgomery lost his footing when he stepped on a speaker cabinet during the third song in a Montgomery Gentry show in Asheville, North Carolina. After the band’s 90-minute set, he had X-rays and discovered he’d broken his left wrist.
Today in 2005, CMT premiered videos for Sugarland’s “”Something More,” Jamie O’Neal’s “Somebody’s Hero” and Jason Aldean’s “Hicktown.”
Today in 2006, Carrie Underwood debuted album “Some Hearts” went triple-platinum.
Today in 2009, Jason Aldean earned a gold single for “She’s Country.”
Today in 2012, Sheryl Crow ran her first half-marathon, finishing the 13.1-mile course in less than two hours during the Country Music Marathon in Nashville. Joanna Smith sang the national anthem and ran the half. Diamond Rio’s Gene Johnson runs his first half, Jimmy Olander his first full marathon.
Today in 2013, proceeds from Willie Nelson’s show at the Backyard in Austin were donated to the fire department in West, Texas, following an April 17^th explosion at a fertilizer plant. The total came to $125-thousand.
Today in 2014, Dan + Shay single, “Show You Off,” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2014, Eric Paslay earned his first RIAA-certified gold single, for “Friday Night.” The same day, Dierks Bentley’s “I Hold On” was certified gold – and so was Thomas Rhett’s “Get Me Some Of That.”
Today in 2014, Willie Nelson was awarded a fifth-degree black belt in gong kwan yu sul, a Korean martial arts practice, at the Master Martial Arts studio in Austin.
Today in 2015, The Zac Brown Band album, “Jekyll + Hyde,” was released.
Today in 2016, Craig Wayne Boyd married Taylor Borland…soon after they and just a few days ago – on April 25^th – the couple added daughter Blakely Kay Boyd to their brood!
Today in 2016, Brad Paisley headlined a benefit in Nashville for Sean Penn’s Haitian relief fund. The guest list includes Sheryl Crow, Big Kenny, Jewel, Scott Hamilton, Tracie Hamilton and Ty Herndon.
Today in 2017, Luke Combs nabs a gold single from the RIAA for “Hurricane.”
Today in 2018, Jason Aldean’s single, “Rearview Town,” cruised to #1 on the “Billboard” Country Singles chart.
Today in 2018, Ty Herndon performed “America, The Beautiful” for the White House Correspondents Dinner in Washington, D.C. The high-profile audience included politicians Nancy Pelosi and Chris Christie, comedian Kathy Griffin and actor Rob Reiner.
Today in 2019, Chris Stapleton made a cameo appearance as a warrior in the final season of the HBO drama, “Game Of Thrones.”

Chris Stapleton’s Kentucky Concert Raises Over $1 Million For Charity

Posted on April 27, 2022April 27, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Chris Stapleton headed to his home state of Kentucky this weekend for a very special show which raised a lot of money. The singer headlined the benefit show, “A Concert for Kentucky” and raised over $1 million for his and wife Morgane’s Outlaw State of Kind Hometown Fund.

The concert, the first ever held at the University of Kentucky’s Kroger Field, featured guest appearances by Willie Nelson and Family, Sheryl Crow, and Madeline Edwards.

“As a musician I can’t think of a greater honor than reaching a point where we can play a show for 40,000 people and give all of the profits back to a community that has been so unfailingly loyal and supportive,” Chris shared on Instagram. “It is a tremendously pure and rewarding moment to get to provide the medicine that is music in that space,” adding, “I’m grateful to everyone who came to the show and to all of the musicians, managers, agents and crew members that made this moment possible.”

Money raised will go to a variety of charities including the Red Cross, Farm Aid, City of Hope, Blue Grass Community Foundation, Music Health Alliance, MusiCares, Feeding America, Habitat for Humanity and more.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 27, 2022April 27, 2022 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.

Tim McGraw Doesn’t Do A Lot Of Reflecting On His Birthday

Posted on April 26, 2022April 26, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Tim McGraw is turning 55 on Sunday and while some may use the occasion to look back at their life, that’s not something Tim cares to do.

“You know, oddly enough, I’m not one of these people that look back very often,” he shares. “I’m always looking forward tryin’ to figure out how to improve myself and get better.”

And don’t expect Tim to mark the occasion with a big party. “I’m not a big birthday celebrator. In fact, our whole family, we’re not big birthday celebrators,” he says. “I mean, we have parties and stuff like that every now and then for big ones, but we’re not big birthday celebrators, and I don’t have anything planned.”

Source: Tim McGraw

This day in Country Music History

Posted on April 26, 2022April 26, 2022 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.

Eric Church Defends Canceling Concert For NCAA Final

Posted on April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 by Bob Ballard

Last month Eric Church canceled a concert in San Antonio, Texas so he and his family could watch his beloved North Carolina Tar Heels take on Duke in the NCAA Final Four game. Eric got a lot of backlash for the self-admitted “selfish” decision, but he doesn’t regret it.

In a new interview with the “Rob + Holly podcast,” Eric opened up about the decision for the very first time.

“The big thing was the Duke game, for me — I hate to say this, I did care,” he shared. “To me, the championship was against Duke, because of the rivalry, because they’ve never met in the tournament, and it’s Coach K’s final game.” Eric added, “All those things were a perfect storm that I never would have conceptualized would have happened … It was just one of those really unique, once-in-a-lifetime things.”

Eric notes, “It was just something that I had to be there. …There was no way that I wasn’t being there. I’m very glad we went.”

As for the backlash he received, Eric says that while he knew his San Antonio fans would be “disappointed,” he always confident his real fans would understand. “We’ve been through a lot together … 17 years now and I trusted they would understand,” he shared. “That’s the reason I just came clean and told the truth,” noting, “I could have said COVID, I could have said throwing up, laryngitis. There’s a 100 things, but I decided just to say, ‘This is what I’m doing.’ I knew they would get that.”

Eric announced he’ll be making it up to fans in San Antonio with a “free” show in September.

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