Luke Combs Drops New Song “South On Ya”

Posted on August 27, 2021August 27, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Luke Combs just dropped the new song “South On Ya,” which has been chosen as the SEC network’s 2021 college football anthem. While the song may be new to fans, it isn’t a new one for Luke, who actually wrote it several years ago.

“I wrote that song in a parking lot in Orange Beach, Alabama, a couple years ago,” he tells iHeartRadio. “Me and some friends had got a lead that the SEC was looking for a song to kind of go hand in hand with football season, and we wrote this great song.”

Luke says while “it didn’t work out at the time,” he believes “everything happens for a reason,” and it finally got picked after he sent it to his friend Marty Smith at ESPN. The 2021 season of SEC Football games debuts September 2nd.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on August 27, 2021August 27, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1977, Crystal Gayle’s “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue” topped the country singles charts. The tune was from her album, “We Must Believe in Magic,” which was the first platinum album for a female country singer. The song also went on to be a Top 40 smash.
Today in 1987, Randy Travis was hospitalized for complications from food poisoning in Wytheville, Virginia.
Today in 1988, the Judds performed at a private luncheon for then-President Ronald Reagan and his wife.
Today in 1990, Garth Brooks’ “No Fences” album was released. It’s since gone on to sell more than 16-million copies, making it one of the best-selling country albums of all time. In fact, the project held the record until it was unseated by Shania Twain’s “Come On Over,” which has been certified for sales of 18-million. Garth maintains his record for selling the most albums ever. To date he has sold over 105-million.
Today in 1991, the “High Lonesome” album by Randy Travis was released.
Today in 1991, George Strait’s “If You Ain’t Lovin’ (You Ain’t Livin’)” album was certified platinum.
Today in 1993, John Michael Montgomery’s debut album, “Life’s A Dance,” was certified platinum.
Today in 1993, Mark Chesnutt’s song “Almost Goodbye” debuted on the country charts on its way to #1.
Today in 1996, the albums, “Everybody Knows,” by Trisha Yearwood and “The Restless Kind” by Travis Tritt arrived in stores.
Today in 1996, Jeff Foxworthy’s “Crank It Up – The Music Album” was released.
Today in 1996, Mindy McCready’s album, “Ten Thousand Angels,” was certified gold.
Today in 1996, just 12 hours after the debut of his single, “Ain’t Got Nothin’ On Us,” John Michael Montgomery and his wife, Crystal, welcomed their daughter Madison Caroline Montgomery into the world. Born in a Lexington, Kentucky hospital at 4:11 am, the baby weighed 8-pounds, 7-ounces. Here’s a fun fact — Madison’s middle name honors her grandmothers, who are both named Carol.
Today in 1998, the work of the late Hank Williams got a triple honor, as the album, “Hank Williams’ Greatest Hits,” was certified platinum. “The Very Best Of Hank Williams” album was also certified gold and platinum simultaneously.
Today in 1999, Shania Twain’s album, “Come On Over,” was certified for sales of 13-million. The album has since gone on to sell 18-million copies, becoming the best selling album by a country artist.
Today in 2001, Reba McEntire began production on the first episode of her W-B sitcom, “Reba.”
Today in 2002, the Dixie Chicks’ album, “Home,” arrived in stores. The project was the Chicks first major label release since coming to an agreement with their record label following a money dispute.
Today in 2002, Montgomery Gentry’s “My Town” album, BlackHawk’s “Spirit Dancer” project, Elizabeth Cook’s debut album, “Hey Ya’ll,” and Sixwire’s self-titled debut album arrived in stores.
Today in 2002, Marty Stuart was acquitted of a drunken driving charge. As punishment for the April 2^nd incident, Marty will still have to surrender his driver’s license for a year and attend alcohol and drug safety school as penalty for violating Tennessee’s implied-consent law.
Today in 2003, Keith Urban scored a platinum award for his “Golden Road” album.
Today in 2005, Merle Haggard’s “Okie From Muskogee” ranked #1 when CMT presented “20 Greatest City Songs.”
Today in 2010, Taylor Swift’s “Mine” video premiered on CMT, MTV and VH1.
Today in 2012, Florida Georgia Line’s “Cruise” video debuted on CMT.
Today in 2014, Kelsea Ballerini’s debut single, “Love Me Like You Mean It,” hit the airwaves.
Today in 2016, after having their first dance to “Tennessee Whiskey,” a bride and groom were “kidnapped” by friends from their wedding reception and taken to Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, where they met their favorite artist, Chris Stapleton
Today in 2016, Kenny Chesney performed at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, the last of 14 stadium dates on the Spread The Love Tour. His set included a collaboration with Old Dominion on “Save It For A Rainy Day” and a duet with Miranda Lambert on “You And Tequila.”
Today in 2016, Tim McGraw to sing “My Little Girl” for the father/daughter dance at a wedding reception. McGraw sticks around to perform a few more songs, including “Live Like You Were Dying.”
Today in 2017, Lee Brice earned $25,000 for Folds of Honor by winning ABC’s “Celebrity Family Feud” over a team headed by Jerrod Niemann, who won $5,000 for the USO.

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

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

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Sasha”, an 8 year old Retriever/Lab mix. Sasha is real sweetheart who loves people, kids, other dogs and even gets along with cats. She’s a pretty quiet gal who is leash-trained and loves walks. Sasha is spayed, vaccinated, and is ready to find her ‘furr-ever’ home!

If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Sasha 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:

Stars Pay Tribute To Charley Pride On “CMT Giants” Special

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

Some of today’s biggest country stars came out to celebrate the late Charley Pride on last night’s special, “CMT GIANTS: Charley Pride,” with the show jam-packed with great performances, as well as remembrances of the performing great, who died in December.

The night kicked off with Mickey Guyton talking about how Charley “changed the face of country music by merely being himself.” She then performed Charley’s 1971 song “It’s Just Me.” She was followed by Charley’s good friend George Strait, who performed 1970s’ “Is Anyone Goin’ To San Antone.”

Of course someone had to sing Charley’s signature “Kiss An Angel Good Morning,” and that fell on Luke Combs, who was joined by Robert Randolph on lap steel and Reyna Roberts on piano. And Garth Brooks had the task of wrapping up the evening, with a performance of 1978’s “When I Stop Leaving (I’ll Be Gone)”

Other highlights included: Gladys Knight performed 1981’s “Roll On Mississippi,” Jimmie Allen sang 1969’s “All I Have To Offer You (Is Me),” Darius Rucker performed 1978’s “Somebody Loves You Honey,” Wynonna picked “Just Between You And Me,” Alan Jackson paid tribute with 1970’s “Where Do I Put Her Memory,” Charley’s son Dion Pride performed Charley’s 1981 number one hit “Mountain of Love,” and Lee Ann Womack performed “performed 1967’s “Crystal Chandeliers.”

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.

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