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

Posted on July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Bob Ballard

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Fred”, a 6 and a half year old Coonhound/Redbone mix. Fred is a little timid at first, but once he gets warmed up to you, he’s an affectionate fellow who also gets along with other dogs and doesn’t seem to mind cats. He’s also a pretty laid-back and quiet guy who is likely housetrained. Fred’s an escape artist who likes to dig under fences, so keep that in mind of you have a fenced-in back yard. He’s fully vetted and vaccinated and is looking for his forever home.

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

Toby Keith Announces New Album

Posted on July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Toby Keith has a new album coming out this fall. “Peso in My Pocket,” Toby’s first album since 2015’s “35 MPH Town,” will drop October 15^th.

Toby says the pandemic helped inspire him to make the record noting, “My whole musical career, I haven’t been off the road this long,” saying the year off was, “a reset button I never would have hit.”

The album features Toby’s latest single “Old School” and “Happy Birthday America,” as well as songs written by Ryan Hurd, Maren Morris, and even one Toby co-wrote with Sammy Hagar. He also pays tribute to John Prine with the tune “Take A Look At My Heart,” written by Prine and John Mellencamp.

This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1986, “Alabama’s Greatest Video Hits” was certified platinum.
Today in 1987, the album, “Love Me Like You Used To,” album by Tanya Tucker was released.
Today in 1992, Travis Tritt’s album, “It’s All About To Change,” was certified double platinum.
Today in 1994, Joe Diffie’s “Third Rock From The Sun” album was released.
Today in 1995, Aaron Tippin and his wife, Thea, were married.
Today in 1997, Sherrié Austin’s album, “Words,” arrived in stores.
Today in 1998, Alan Jackson debuted his first video in over a year on CMT with “I’ll Go On Loving You.”
Today in 1998, Diamond Rio’s “Greatest Hits” album arrived in stores.
Today in 1998, Brooks and Dunn and Reba McEntire kicked off their second tour together in Jacksonville, Florida.
Today in 1998, Brooks and Dunn’s “If You See Her” album and LeAnn Rimes’ “Sittin’ on Top of the World” CD were both certified platinum.
Today in 2002, Toby Keith was tapped for a special honor. His song, “My List,” struck such a powerful chord that the NYPD asked if they could incorporate the tune into their training video and sessions.
Today in 2003, Brooks & Dunn’s “Red Dirt Road” album arrived in stores.
Today in 2004, legendary Loretta Lynn and newcomer Mindy Smith each earned triple nominations for the annual Americana Music Awards.
Today in 2005, the movie “Wedding Crashers,” starring Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn, debuted in theaters. Why do you care? Dwight Yoakam was featured in the opening scene being chewed out by an ex as a “hillbilly” in a divorce negotiation.
Today in 2010, songwriter Hank Cochran died of pancreatic cancer at his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Among his compositions: Patsy Cline’s “I Fall To Pieces,” Eddy Arnold’s “Make The World Go Away,” Vern Gosdin’s “Set ‘Em Up Joe” and George Strait’s “Ocean Front Property.” He was named to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2014.
Today in 2011, Jason Aldean’s singles, “Dirt Road Anthem” and “My Kinda Party,” went platinum.
Today in 2013, Frankie Ballard’s single, “Helluva Life,” was released.
Today in 2016, Willie Nelson made an unscheduled appearance with Neil Young and Promise Of The Real at Temre Di Caracalla in Rome, Italy. Nelson does two songs, including “On The Road Again.”
Today in 2016, Ronnie Milsap was hospitalized in Georgia with dehydration and nausea.
Today in 2017, The Eagles played their first full concert since the death of Glenn Frey, appearing at the Classic West Festival at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, with Vince Gill and Dylan Frey taking Frey’s part.

Dierks Bentley Drops Surprise Live EP From Telluride Performance

Posted on July 14, 2021July 14, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Dierks Bentley surprised fans yesterday by dropping a new live album, “Live From Telluride,” which was recorded live during Dierks’ set at the 48th annual Telluride Bluegrass Festival.

“This really was a once in a lifetime show for me. Getting to play at my favorite festival…with some of my favorite musicians and performers…in one of my favorite places in the world…felt like a dream,” Dierks shares. “Luckily this dream was captured on tape and I can go back and relive the way it felt that night whenever I want.”

The EP includes guest appearances by The War and Treaty, Larkin Poe, and Sam Bush. Check out the track list below:

“Woman, Amen” – Live – feat. The War And Treaty
“Travelin’ Light” – Live – feat. Larkin Poe
“Bad Angel” – Live – The War And Treaty
“Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd – Live – Dierks Bentley
“Pride (In The Name Of Love)” by U2 – Live – feat. The War And Treaty, Sam Bush

Source: Dierks Bentley

This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 14, 2021July 14, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1967, the “I Walk The Line” album by Johnny Cash was certified gold.
Today in 1981, Ronnie Milsap’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified platinum.
Today in 1981, the album, “My Home’s In Alabama,” was certified gold.
Today in 1987, the “Always & Forever” album by Randy Travis was certified gold and platinum.
Today in 1987, the “Trio” album, which featured Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris, was certified gold and platinum.
Today in 1992, Tracy Lawrence’s “Sticks And Stones” album was certified gold.
Today in 1992, Clint Black’s album, “The Hard Way,” was released.
Today in 1995, Vince Gill scored a #1 hit with the single, “You Better Think Twice.”
Today in 1998, Deana Carter’s “Did I Shave My Legs For This?” album was certified quadruple platinum.
Today in 1998, the album, “Where Your Road Leads,” by Trisha Yearwood was released.
Today in 1998, a Nashville radio station announced that it wanted to dispel rumors that Elvis Presley was still alive and offered $1-million to anyone who could produce him. The money has gone unclaimed.
Today in 1999, Lonestar’s “Crazy Nights” album was certified gold. On the same day, their “Lonely Grill” was also certified gold.
Today in 1999, Alabama’s “Super Hits” collection by Alabama was certified gold while their “Dancin’ On The Boulevard” CD was certified platinum.
Today in 1999, Clint Black’s “Nothin’ But The Tailights” album was certified platinum and his “Greatest Hits” collection was certified double platinum.
Today in 1999, the album, “Ten Thousand Angels” by Mindy McCready was certified double platinum.
Yesterday in 2000, Brad Paisley played for 40,000 folks in his hometown of Wheeling, West Virginia at the 24^th “Jamboree in the Hills.” Brad played his heart out for the crowd of what Brad joked was about “10% relatives.”
Today in 2000, Toby Keith’s “How Do You Like Me Now?!” album was certified gold.
Today in 2002, Travis Tritt brought his “Down the Road I Go” tour to Lake Placid’s Olympic Center. The concert took place after the third annual ESPN Great Outdoor Games wrapped up at various Lake Placid venues.
Today in 2005, the Montgomery Gentry video “Something To Be Proud Of” premiered on CMT.
Today in 2009, Sara Evans sang “God Bless America” during the seventh-inning stretch during the Major League All-Star Game at St. Louis’ Busch Stadium. Sheryl Crow performed the national anthem. The American League defeats the National League, 4-3.
Today in 2012, Kenny Chesney’s concert at Angels Stadium in Anaheim featured a surprise guest: actor Ashton Kutcher, who joined him on “Back Where I Come From.” Also appearing were Tim McGraw, Jake Owen and Grace Potter & The Nocturnals.
Today in 2014, Justin Moore and wife Kate welcomed a daughter, Rebecca Klein Moore.
Today in 2015, Kelsea Ballerini earned her first gold single from the RIAA for her debut, “Love Me Like You Mean It.”
Today in 2018, Emmylou Harris is celebrated along with Neil Diamond, Louis Jordan, Queen and drummer Hal Blaine as PBS shoots a “Grammy Salute To Music Legends” at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Thomas Rhett Is “Pumped” For Tour To Finally Launch

Posted on July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Thomas Rhett is ready to launch his “Center Point Road” tour next month after more than a year being off the road. He’s excited to get back out there.

“I’m so pumped,” he shares. “I just miss playing for people so bad…it’s just somethin’ that we’ve missed so bad, like a little part of our heart was kinda missing and now it’s startin’ to reform.”

Thomas is also excited for his youngest daughter to finally get to see what he does for a living. He notes, “It’s crazy that my daughter Lennon was born in February 2020, so she’s never actually gotten to see me do anything musical.”

Thomas’ “Center Point Road” tour, featuring special guests Cole Swindell and Gabby Barrett, kicks off August 13^th & 14^th in Orange Beach, Alabama. Check out the full list of dates here.

Source: Thomas Rhett

This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1992, the single, “Love’s Got A Hold On You,” by Alan Jackson is released.
Today in 1993, the Statler Brothers’ “Christmas Card” album was certified platinum.
Today in 1993, Clint Black’s “No Time To Kill” album was released.
Today in 1993, The Statler Brothers’ “The Best Of The Statler Brothers” album was certified double platinum.
Today in 1993, a stretch of Tennessee Highway 56 near McMinnville was named for the late Dottie West.
Today in 1994, Travis Tritt’s “Ten Feet Tall And Bulletproof” album was certified gold.
Today in 1995, Charlie Daniels’ “Million Mile Reflection” album was certified triple platinum.
Today in 1996, the first “CountryFest” was held in Atlanta, Georgia with headliners Alan Jackson, Alabama, and Pam Tillis. The show drew 275,000 fans.
Today in 1998, Trisha Yearwood performed “There Goes My Baby” on “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.”
Today in 1999, Willie Nelson released, “Night and Day,” an album featuring jazz instrumental versions of old standards.
Today in 1999, the “Return of the Grievous Angel” album was released. The album served as a tribute to country rock pioneer Gram Parsons, and featured versions of his songs by Emmylou Harris, Sheryl Crow and more.
Today in 2000, LeAnn Rimes kicked off her 30-city “2000 Tour” at the Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Today in 2000, the Dixie Chicks “Fly” album entered the record books as having spent the most weeks at the # 1 spot for a group on “Billboard’s” Country Albums Chart. The follow-up to the group’s debut album, “Wide Open Spaces,” spent a record 32 weeks at the coveted top spot on the albums chart. With its record-setting reign at the chart’s top position, the Dixie Chicks surpassed the previously held record of 28 weeks set by Alabama’s “Feels So Right” and “Mountain Music” albums.
Today in 2001, Reba and Martina McBride top the biggest all-female lineup in country music history as “Girls Night Out Tour” debuted in Las Vegas.
Today in 2010, Jerrod Niemann’s debut album, “Judge Jerrod & The Hung Jury,” was released.
Today in 2014, Tim McGraw swatted a female fan in the middle of “Truck Yeah” at Aaron’s Amphitheatre in Atlanta when she clawed at his leg. She ripped his jeans and was escorted out of the venue. The moment became a viral topic when video was posted online.
Today in 2016, Trace Adkins fans leave his Seaside Heights, New Jersey concert due to his poor performance. Audience members accuse him of being drunk, saying he mumbled through his set and forgot the words to his songs
Today in 2016, Craig Morgan canceled 10 shows in nine following the death of his son in a boating accident
Today in 2017, Scotty McCreery is charged with a misdemeanor for attempting to pass a loaded gun through security at Raleigh-Durham International Airport in Morrisville, North Carolina.
Today in 2017, Dolly Parton’s “Christmas Of Many Colors – Circle Of Love” earned an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Television Movie.

Zac Brown Band, Chris Young & More Drop New Music

Posted on July 12, 2021July 12, 2021 by Bob Ballard

It was another great weekend for new music, with Zac Brown Band, Chris Young and more dropping new tunes.

Zac Brown Band treated fans to not one, but two new songs. The tracks, “Out in the Middle” and “Old Love Song,” were both co-written by Zac, Luke Combs, Ben Simonetti and Jonathan Singleton. “Getting to write with Luke Combs for the first time was great,” Zac shared on “Today’s Country Radio with Kelleigh Bannen.” “He’s got great sensibility for parts and then singing along, man, what a voice,” adding, “Luke’s a great writer and of course he’s an amazing singer, and it was fun. I hope we do more together.”

Chris Young has released a new single from his upcoming album “Famous Friends,” dropping August 6th. The latest is the tune “One Of Them Nights,” which Chris describes as “a whole lot of fun.” He adds, “It is right in your face. It is 100% tempo, party song. And it was fun writing this one, honestly.”

Mitchell Tenpenny dropped the new song “Truth About You,” following a huge fan demand for the song, which raked up 2.5 million TikTok views. Mitchell says the song is about how after a break up “the other half doesn’t always tell the truth about what really went down, and a lot of people can get hurt that way.”

Kane Brown continues to collaborate with other artists. For his latest song he’s teamed with Blackbear for a track called “Memory.”

You can check out the songs below:

This day in Country Music History

Posted on July 12, 2021July 12, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Today in 1943, Roy Rogers appeared on the cover of Life magazine.
Today in 1972, Tom T. Hall records “(Old Dogs-Children And) Watermelon Wine” around noon at Mercury Custom Recording Studio in Nashville
Today in 1988, the “Old 8X10” album by Randy Travis arrived in stores.
Today in 1994, Alan Jackson’s single, “Summertime Blues,” hit #1.
Today in 1998, Tim McGraw was named an honorary zookeeper of the Nashville Zoo.
Today in 2000, as Tim McGraw & Faith Hill’s new video, “Let’s Make Love,” debuted on CMT in the morning, the couple was in Atlanta gearing up for their first concert date on their “Soul 2 Soul” tour. The shows marked the first time that Tim and Faith toured on a bill together since the 1996 “Spontaneous Combustion” tour – where they fell in love.
Today in 2001, Alan Jackson was honored at a “block party” in Nashville for career record sales totaling more than 35-million albums worldwide.
Today in 2002, Toby Keith’s “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” hits the top of “Radio & Records’” Country Top 50 chart.
Today in 2007, Fruit Of The Loom debuts an ad campaign featuring Vince Gill singing “Daddy Was The Apple Of My Eye” with various fruits from the company’s logo playing in the band.
Today in 2011, Warner Bros. releases the Blake Shelton album “Red River Blue.”
Today in 2013, Jason Aldean became the first country artist to headline at Boston’s Fenway Park, kicking off his show with “Crazy Town.” Also filling out the bill are Miranda Lambert, Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett.
Today in 2014, “Somethin’ Bad,” by Miranda Lambert with Carrie Underwood, was all good at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
Today in 2015, Justin Moore and Cole Swindell took part in the MLB Legends & Celebrity Softball Game two days before the All-Star Game at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. Among the participants: Macklemore, Snoop Dogg and Nick Lachey.
Today in 2016, Taylor Swift visited pediatric patients at the Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
Today in 2017, Reba McEntire, Lee Ann Womack and Brandy Clark raised $50,000 for the Alzheimer’s Foundation at City Winery in Nashville. The show included surprise appearances by Martina McBride, William Michael Morgan and Hunter Hayes.
Today in 2017, Loretta Lynn canceled the remainder of her 2017 concerts as she continued to recover from a stroke.

Darius Rucker On The Time He & Rascal Flatts Almost Got Arrested In A Golf Cart

Posted on July 9, 2021July 9, 2021 by Bob Ballard

Time on the road can get a little crazy, and Darius Rucker just shared a story that proves it. In a new TikTok video, Darius shares an incident where a golf cart ride with Rascal Flatts almost landed him in jail.

“There’s never a boring time on the road with Rascal Flatts,” he captioned the clip, where he discusses the one time he, Gary LeVox and Joe Don Rooney took a golf cart ride after a Toronto concert and tried to cross the highway.

“We’re getting pulled over in the golf cart, the cop wants to arrest us, he shares. “And, the funniest thing about the whole thing is the cop stops us, and me and Joe Don did the old ’pretend that we’re not there’ thing. We just got out of the golf cart and started walking back, and we were leaving Gary right there. He was going to jail by himself, we were out of there.”

Darius adds, “But, obviously none of us went to jail, our security came over and got us. But, that was one of the few nights of my life I thought I was going to jail.”

Source: Darius Rucker

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