This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1994, Alan Jackson’s album, “Don’t Rock The Jukebox,” was certified double platinum.
Today in 1997, George Strait’s “Carryin’ Your Love With Me” album was certified double platinum.
Today in 1997, the album, “Evolution,” by Martina McBride was released.
Today in 1997, LeAnn Rimes’ “How Do I Live” single was certified gold.
Today in 1997, the single, “It’s Your Love,” by Tim McGraw was certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
Today in 1997, Trisha Yearwood’s project, “Songbook – A Collection of Hits,” arrived in stores.
Today in 1998, Mark Wills and his wife, Kelly, welcomed their daughter, Mally. For those who don’t know, Mally’s name is a purposeful combination of her parents’ names.
Today in 2000, Pam Tillis was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.
Today in 2000, Rascal Flatts’ Gary LeVox and his wife, Tara, welcomed their daughter, Brittany Kay.
Today in 2000, Jamie O’Neal and her hubby, Rodney Good, were married.
Today in 2000, Darryl Worley made his Grand Ole Opry debut.
Today in 2002, the album, “Part II,” by Brad Paisley was certified platinum.
Today in 2002, Toby Keith’s album, “Unleashed,” was certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
Today in 2002, Alan Jackson’s “Drive” album was certified triple platinum.
Today in 2007, Billy Currington travelled to Hawaii to receive therapy related to anger issues he suffered from his stepfather during in childhood. The abuser was actually the subject of Currington’s first hit, “Walk A Little Straighter.”
Today in 2011, Luke Bryan’s single, “Country Girl (Shake It For Me),” was certified platinum.
Today in 2013, Joe Nichols’ “Sunny And 75” video debuted on CMT.
Today in 2016, Florida Georgia Line’s “Dig Your Roots” album was released

Kenny Chesney Shares Video For “Beautiful World”

Posted on August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Kenny Chesney has shared a new video for his single “Beautiful World,” which was filmed in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico.

Kenny shares that the video seeks to “[remind] us how beautiful every single day is if we’ll just open our eyes and see it,” adding that he hopes the video evokes “that feeling of moving through space and time, the salt air on your tongue and waves hitting your boat as you take your time getting nowhere fast.”

“Beautiful World” is the latest single from Kenny’s recent release “Here And Now: Deluxe Edition.”

This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 25, 2021August 25, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1979, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” by the Charlie Daniels Band reached number one on the country chart.
Today in 1984, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band’s “Long, Hard Road” hit the top of the country music charts.
Today in 1990, Joe Diffie made his chart debut with “Home,” which went all the way to #1.
Today in 1991, Garth Brooks released his holiday album, “Beyond the Season.” Proceeds from the CD went to the Feed the Children charity, and raised well over $2-million for the organization.
Today in 1992, Sammy Kershaw’s ‘Don’t Go Near The Water” album was certified gold.
Today in 1994, the “Love Me Like You Used To” album by Tanya Tucker was certified gold.
Today in 1995, Reba McEntire’s “Reba Live” album went platinum.
Today in 1998, Alabama’s “For The Record – 41 Number One Hits” collection was released.
Today in 1998, Vince Gill’s album, “I Never Knew Lonely,” was certified gold.
Today in 1998, the “If You See Him” album by Reba McEntire was certified gold.
Today in 1998, Trisha Yearwood’s album, “Where Your Road Leads,” was certified gold.
Today in 1998, Garth Brooks’ “Sevens” album was certified for multi-platinum sales of 6-million.
Today in 2000, after recently selling her farm in Leipers Fork, Tennessee, Wynonna did what most folks do when they move, she had a huge moving sale. Items sold included her Harley-Davidson motorcycle, antiques, furniture, clothes and 1948 vintage Ford pickup.
Today in 2000, Linda Davis and her husband, Lang Scott, welcomed their second child, Rylee Jean Scott. She joined big sister Hillary (of Lady Antebellum fame).
Today in 2002, Deana Carter appeared as a homeless patient on the Lifetime Television drama, “Strong Medicine.”
Today in 2007, Chuck Wicks performed “Stealing Cinderella” in his Grand Ole Opry debut.
Today in 2010, Brad Paisley and Little Jimmy Dickens sang “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” after a restored circle of historic wood was returned to the Grand Ole Opry House stage in the aftermath of the May flood.
Today in 2014, Easton Corbin’s “Baby Be My Love Song” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2016, Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell and John Prine helped celebrate the 100^th anniversary of the National Parks Service with a show at the Roosevelt Arch at the north end of Yellowstone National Park in Gardiner, Montana. The night includes “God Bless America” and “This Land Is Your Land.”
Today in 2016, Justin Moore stops a show at Joe’s Bar in Chicago during “You Look Like I Need A Drink” to order a male fan removed for throwing something at a woman.
Today in 2017, the Old Dominion album, “Happy Endings,” was released.
Today in 2017, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opened a new exhibit, “Loretta Lynn: Blue Kentucky Girl,” in Nashville. The display includes the dress she wore on the “Fist City” album cover, her Presidential Medal of Freedom and the original manuscript for “Coal Miner’s Daughter.”

Kacey Musgraves Announces New Album & Movie ‘Star-Crossed’

Posted on August 24, 2021August 24, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Kacey Musgraves is returning next month with a new album. The singer just announced that her fourth studio album, “star-crossed,” will be released September 10^th. She also dropped the title track from the record.

“star-crossed” is described as a “modern-day tragedy in three acts,” which “tells an extremely personal journey of heartache and healing.” It is Kacey’s first record since releasing the GRAMMY winnig “Golden Hour,” and her first since her divorce from husband Ruston Kelly.

But that’s not all. In conjunction with the album’s release Kacey will also debut “star-crossed: the film” on Paramount + on September 10^th. “We wanted it to feel cinematic and epic without compromising the heart and the emotion,” director Bardia Zeinali says of the movie, “to feel fantastical and heightened and tell her story through the lens of art and fashion.”

This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 24, 2021August 24, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1977, not long after being made an honorary police chief in Nashville, Waylon Jennings was arrested on cocaine charges.
Today in 1977, Waylon Jennings was arrested during a recording session, along with his secretary, Lori Evans, on charges of conspiracy to possess and distribute cocaine. The event inspired his song “Don’t You Think This Outlaw Bit’s Done Got Out Of Hand.”
Today in 1983, Jerry Lee Lewis’ fifth wife, Shawn Stevens, was found dead of a methadone overdose nearly two months after their marriage. He married Kerrie Lyn McCarver the following year and despite their ups and downs – like canceling their divorce hearing once she announced she was pregnant – the couple remained together until 2005. He has since married his seventh wife – Judith Brown.
Today in 1985, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton’s “Real Love” graced the top of the country charts.
Today in 1993, Ricky Van Shelton’s “A Bridge I Didn’t Burn” album was released.
Today in 1998, country comedian Jerry Clower died.
Today in 1998, a Shania Twain concert in Syracuse, New York was halted when lightning hit the ground 40-yards behind the stage. Fortunately, the concert was almost over at the time of the strike.
Today in 1999, the single, “Lost In You,” by Garth Brooks was released.
Today in 2000, Joe Diffie was the recipient of the American Spirit Award for philanthropic involvement. Other celebrities who have received this award include: Neil Armstrong, Phyllis Diller, Richard Nixon, The Statler Brothers, Barbara Walters and John Wayne. In addition to the award, Joe received a $3000 check payable to the charity of his choice.
Today in 2000, less than three weeks after its release, Jo Dee Messina’s album, “Burn,” was certified gold.
Today in 2001, June Carter Cash underwent surgery to have a pacemaker installed.
Today in 2004, Tim McGraw’s album, “Live Like You Were Dying,” hit store shelves as the title track was released as a digital single.
Today in 2012, Kacey Musgraves’ “Merry Go ‘Round” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2014, Love And Theft’s Stephen Barker Liles married Jenna Kennedy at Ruby Nashville.

Florida Georgia Line Cancel Tour

Posted on August 23, 2021August 23, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Florida Georgia Line fans aren’t going to be seeing them live this year as planned. The duo just announced they have canceled their “I Love My Country” tour due to the continued spread of the coronavirus thanks to the Delta variant.

“While we’ve been able to see some of y’all at shows recently, everyone’s continued safety has been weighing heavy on us,” they share on Instagram. “We’re so bummed to have to cancel this tour, but we know in our hearts that we still have to make sure we’re keeping our fans and crew safe. We love y’all and can’t wait to be back out when the time is right.

The tour, featuring special guests Russell Dickerson and Lauren Alaina, was due to kick off September 24^th in Atlanta. Ticketholders will automatically get refunds.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 23, 2021August 23, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1952, Kitty Wells became the first woman to reach #1 on the Billboard country chart with “It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels.”
Today in 1969, Johnny Cash climbed to #1 on the Billboard country chart with “A Boy Named Sue.”
Today in 1975, Glen Campbell’s “Rhinestone Cowboy” rides to #1 on the Billboard country chart.
Today in 1977, Linda Ronstadt’s “Simple Dreams” album was released.
Today in 1980, Eddie Rabbitt parked himself at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart with “Drivin’ My Life Away.”
Today in 2003, Trace Adkins joined the Grand Ole Opry, officially inducted by Ronnie Milsap and Lorrie Morgan. On his big night, he performed “Chrome,” “Hot Mama” and “Then They Do.”
Today in 2004, the Pocahontas Village Board in Illinois voted to rename the town’s Pocahontas Community Park as Gretchen Wilson Park.
Today in 2011, Pistol Annies’ debut album, “Hell On Heels,” was released.
Today in 2012, Ronnie Dunn raises more than $313,000 for the West Texas Rehabilitation Center during an annual benefit at the Abilene Civic Center.
Today in 2014, Martina McBride and Michelle Branch joined Billy Ray Cyrus, Dave Stewart and Mary Lambert at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles for a concert observing the 50^th anniversary of The Beatles’ iconic appearance at the venue.
Today in 2015, Justin Moore was certified as an Arkansas Traveler by governor Asa Hutchinson during a concert at the Bank of the Ozarks Arena in Hot Springs.
Today in 2016, Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro christened the Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Families Center.
Today in 2016, EA Sports released the “Madden NFL 17” video game. Featured music includes Jason Aldean’s “Lights Come On,” plus country tracks by Blake Shelton, High Valley and Brantley Gilbert.
Today in 2017, Lee Brice announced his partnership with American Born Whiskey.
Today in 2017, Little Big Town’s single, “Better Man,” was certified gold and platinum. The same day, Justin Moore received a gold album from the RIAA for “Off The Beaten Path” and platinum awards for “Justin Moore” and “Outlaws Like Me.”
Today in 2017, Luke Bryan’s “Light It Up” hit the airwaves.

ACM Awards To Stream Exclusively On Amazon Prime In 2022

Posted on August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 by Bob Ballard

After being dropped by CBS this year, the ACM Awards have found a new home but it’s not on any network.

The Academy of Country Music just announced that the 57th Academy of Country Music Awards will livestream on Amazon Prime in 2022. They will now be the first ever major award show to be been streamed exclusively.

“We are thrilled that the Academy of Country Music Awards are first to take this giant step toward the future of awards shows with Amazon Prime Video,” Damon Whiteside, CEO of the Academy of Country Music, shares. “This partnership, which reinforces our position as an innovative, progressive awards show, will deliver the broadest possible audience and, simultaneously, deliver massive value to our artists whose music lives inside this ecosystem, enabling fans to discover and stream music as they watch.”

So far no date for next year’s ACMs have been announced.

ONE MORE THING! ACM just announced that those attending Wednesday’s ACM Honors at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville will have to show proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID test witin 48 hours of attending. The same goes for Tuesday’s ACM Party for a Cause at Ascend Amphitheater. Masks are being encouraged for both shows.

Source: ACM

This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 20, 2021August 20, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1986, the album, “My Home’s In Alabama,” by Alabama was certified double platinum.
Today in 1993, Little Texas topped the country charts with “What Might Have Been.”
Today in 1996, Billy Ray Cyrus released “Trail of Tears” and the Beach Boys released “Stars and Stripes Volume 1,” which featured the group collaborating with stars like Lorrie Morgan, Sawyer Brown, Toby Keith and Collin Raye.
Today in 1997, Alabama Governor Fob James joined the mayors of Montgomery and Georgina, Alabama in the Alabama State Capitol to dedicate a 50-mile stretch of Interstate 65 to the memory of country great Hank Williams. The section of roadway was renamed the “Hank Williams Memorial Lost Highway.”
Today in 2000, “InStyle” magazine released their annual “What’s Sexy Now” issue, which featured hundreds of their readers voting on the “lust factor” of various people, places and things. In the category of Sexiest Female Musician, the winner by a landslide was Shania Twain, with 52% of the vote.
Today in 2000, Kenny Chesney’s third album, “I Will Stand,” which includes hits like “That’s Why I’m Here” and “She’s Got It All,” was certified platinum.
Today in 2000, Shania Twain’s album, “Come On Over,” broke the record for being the #1 album on the “Billboard” Country Albums chart. On the top for 44-weeks, the album officially held the spot longer than any other album in history. The previous record holder was Randy Travis’ “Always and Forever,” which spent 43-weeks in the top spot. Plus, she also became the only country artist ever to have eight top 20 country hits from the same album: “Come On Over.”
Today in 2002, Diamond Rio’s “Completely” and Lee Ann Womack’s “Something Worth Leaving Behind” albums arrived in stores.
Today in 2010, Lady Antebellum earned a gold certification (marking sales of 500k) for their single, “American Honey” and a quadruple-platinum cert (marking sales of 4-million) for their single, “Need You Now.”
Today in 2015, Carrie Underwood’s “Smoke Break” hit the airwaves.

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

Posted on August 19, 2021August 19, 2021 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Sunshine”, a 2 year old black female cat. Sunshine is a super-affectionate kitty who loves attention, loves to play, and gets along well with other cats and doesn’t seem to mind dogs. Sunshine is fully vaccinated, and ready to meet you! Plus, her adoption fee is only $10 this week!

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

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