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Little Big Town Enjoy Their Holiday Traditions

The members of Little Big Town all have holiday traditions that mean a great deal to them. For Kimberly Schlapman, when she was a kid it was all about gathering together with family to open presents even though everyone already knew what they were getting.

“We’d sit down and Mama hands out everybody a gift, and we act like we don’t what it is, but we do ’cause it’s always Christmas pajamas,” she says. “So, everybody opens their Christmas pajamas and goes and puts ’em on, and we come back to the living room and we sit around Daddy and he reads The Christmas Story. And we tuck ourselves in until Santa comes.”

Karen Fairchild’s holiday traditions are a little sweeter since hers revolved around making candy. Karen shares, “We did everything from potato candy to chocolate-dipped peanut butter and fudge. My mom’s fudge recipe is amazing.”

 

This day in Country Music History

  • Today in 1950, Lefty Frizzell hit #1 on the Billboard country chart with his debut single, “If You’ve Got The Money I’ve Got The Time.”
  • Today in 1968, Tammy Wynette’s album, “Stand By Your Man,” was released.
  • Today in 1969, Thomas received a gold certification for the single, “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head.” It was from the motion picture, “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.”
  • Today in 1978, Kenny Rogers’ single, “The Gambler,” topped the country charts.
  • Today in 1983, the album, “Family Tradition,” by Hank Williams Jr. was certified gold.
  • Today in 1994, Wynonna Judd gave birth to her first child, Elijah Judd Kelly.
  • Today in 1997, Shania Twain’s “Come On Over” album was certified gold, platinum and double-platinum.
  • Today in 1997, the “Evolution” album by Martina McBride was certified gold.
  • Today in 2000, Billy Ray Cyrus presented the Second Annual “Some Gave All” award to the widow of Officer Alan Ragsdale. The event raised money for the family of the Howenwald police officer who was killed in the line of duty earlier in the year.
  • Today in 2003, Craig Morgan delivered an acoustic set in Kuwait, the first concert in a Middle Eastern tour for American G.I.s during the holiday season.
  • Today in 2005, the movie “Transamerica,” starring Felicity Huffman, opened in scattered theaters. The soundtrack featured Dolly Parton, Jim Lauderdale, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Old Crow Medicine Show, Lucinda Williams, and Larry Sparks.
  • Today in 2006, Sugarland collected a #1 country single with “Want To.”
  • Today in 2011, Taylor Swift’s collaboration with The Civil Wars “Safe & Sound” was released.

K.T. Oslin Dies

GRAMMY-winning singer K.T. Oslin passed away yesterday at the age of 78. According to “Music Row,” K.T., born Kay Toinette Oslin, had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and last week she tested positive for COVID-19, although there’s no word on whether it contributed to her death.

K.T. is best known for her hit “80’s Ladies” as well as number one hits “Do Ya,” “I’ll Always Come Back,” and “Hold Me,” which won her two GRAMMY Awards. Her other hits include “Hey Bobby” and “This Woman” and “Come Next Monday,” and she had another number one as the guest vocalist on Alabama’s 1988 hit “Face to Face.” Several of her albums were best-sellers, including “80’s Ladies” and “This Woman,” which went GOLD in 1988 and eventually became Platinum sellers and “Love In a Small Town,” which went gold in 1991.

K.T. was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2018. She also won four Academy of Country Music Awards, and was inducted into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame.

This day in Country Music History

  • Today in 1948, Hank Williams recorded “Lovesick Blues” in Cincinnati.
  • Today in 1960, guitarist Chuck Mead was born in Missouri. He came one of the two lead vocalists in BR549.
  • Today in 1973, Merle Haggard’s song “If We Make It Through December” hit #1 on the Billboard country chart.
  • Today in 1981, at a rock auction in London, a letter of introduction from Buddy Holly to Decca Records sold for $2,000. At the same event, John and Cynthia Lennon’s marriage certificate was sold for $850 and an autographed program from the world premiere of the Beatles film “Help!” brought in $2,100.
  • Today in 1984, The Judd’s and “Why Not Me” were found at #1 on the Billboard country chart.
  • Today in 1994, Martina and John McBride welcomed their daughter, Delaney.
  • Today in 1995, Clint Black’s album, “One Emotion,” was certified platinum.
  • Today in 2002, Nashville’s morning paper, “The Tennessean,” named Alan Jackson the Tennessean of the Year, in great part because of his accomplishments with the song “Where Were You (When The World Stopped Turning).” The funny thing is, Alan hails from Newnan, Georgia.
  • Today in 2009, The Zac Brown Band’s “Highway 20 Ride” video premiered on CMT.com.
  • Today in 2010, “Country Strong” debuted in Los Angeles and Nashville. Time McGraw portrayed the manager of a singer played by Gwyneth Paltrow.
  • Today in 2013, Paris, Illinois observed Brett Eldredge Day and unveiled city-limit signs proclaiming the community the “Home of Nashville Recording Artist: Brett Eldredge.”
  • Today in 2016, Lucy Hale posted her outrage on Twitter after topless photos were stolen from her phone and posted online.
  • Today in 2017, Dustin Lynch made a surprise appearance as the opening act for Garth Brooks at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
  • Today in 2017, Lady A’s Dave Haywood and his wife, Kelli, welcomed daughter Lillie Renee Haywood, in Nashville.
  • Today in 2018, Brett Young’s “Ticket To L.A.” tops the Billboard country albums chart.

Maren Morris Cancels “RSVP Tour,” Working On New Record

Maren Morris has some good news and bad news for fans. The bad news is that she’s decided to officially cancel her “RSVP Tour,” which was supposed to happen this summer, but was postponed due to the coronavirus.

“Hi Darlings,” she shared on Instagram. “There is so much hope with this vaccine being distributed in 2021, but we are still unsure of when we will be able to do the tour next year.” She adds, “With the prospect of, yet again, rescheduling half of the dates already becoming a reality, I have decided to cancel the RSVP tour.”

Fans who held on to their tickets will be able to get a full refund.

On the positive side, Maren let fans know that at least new music is on the way. “I truly appreciate your patience on this,” she added. “I am in the midst of working on my third record, so I hope we can all come together and enjoy live shows safely again soon.”

 

This day in Country Music History

  • Today in 1974, Waylon Jennings’ single, “Rainy Day Woman,” entered the country charts
  • Today in 1979, Willie Nelson made his movie debut with the film, “The Electric Horseman,” which opened in theaters nationwide. His songs, “My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys” and “Midnight Rider” were included in the soundtrack.
  • Today in 1983, the “20 Greatest Hits” album by Kenny Rogers was certified gold and platinum.
  • Today in 1985, George Strait’s “The Chair” was sitting at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
  • Today in 1988, K.T. Oslin’s album, “This Woman,” was certified gold.
  • Today in 1996, Garth Brooks was #1 on the charts with the single, “That Ol’ Wind.”
  • Today in 1999, the holiday album, “Garth Brooks & The Magic Of Christmas,” was certified gold and platinum.
  • Today in 2001, Josh Turner made his Grand Ole Opry debut – he performed “Long Black Train.”
  • Today in 2002, “Who’s Your Daddy?” had Toby Keith at #1 on the Billboard country chart.
  • Today in 2007, “Oklahoma Today” magazine named Vince Gill the Oklahoman of the Year.
  • Today in 2007, Reba McEntire and Carole King performed “Everyday People,” from the album “Reba Duets,” during the CBS-TV special “A Home For The Holidays.” Also appearing: Sheryl Crow, Fergie and James Blunt.
  • Today in 2010, the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine named “Home Cooking With Trisha Yearwood” one of the five worst cookbooks of the year. The book gets knocked for being “loaded with fat and cholesterol” Oh well…
  • Today in 2011, Martina McBride sings “O Holy Night” and “Blessed” while hosting the annual CBS special “A Home For The Holidays.” Guests include Justin Bieber, Gavin DeGraw, OneRepublic and Mary J. Blige.
  • Today in 2012, Kelly Clarkson delivered a holiday concert and visited patients at the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville. Among her performances: “Rudolph, The Red-Nosed Reindeer,” “White Christmas” and “All I Want For Christmas Is You.”
  • Today in 2013, Ray Price was celebrated during a memorial service at the First Baptist Church in Mount Pleasant, Texas. “Blue” songwriter Bill Mack and radio host Eddie Stubbs address mourners, who heard versions of “In The Garden” and “Danny Boy.”
  • Today in 2016, Dustin Lynch defeats Cassadee Pope in an episode of Spike TV’s “Lip Sync Battle,” using whipped cream in a sex simulation to Ludacris’ “What’s Your Fantasy.” Pope performed to Panic! At The Disco’s “I Write Sins Not Tragedies” with a surprise appearance by the band’s lead singer, Brendon Urie.
  • Today in 2017, Midland performed for Robert Redford at the actor’s Sundance Ranch in Utah.

Carly Pearce Reflects On Lessons Of 2020

Carly Pearce will be the first to tell you that this year has been one of the toughest she’s ever had. The good news is Carly says she’s been able to spend time reflecting on many things in her life right now.

One of the things she’s come to realize is that the lessons she learned this year will not soon be forgotten. She says, “I think that you have to remember the stillness and remember what you learned, implement what you discovered about yourself, and don’t forget that.”

So, while Carly is an avid runner and takes great care of her body, she wants to make sure in 2021, she’s also taking care of her mind and her soul.

 

This day in Country Music History

  • Today in 1978, Johnny Paycheck’s album, “Take This Job & Shove It,” was certified gold.
  • Today in 1981, Buck Owens had a fictitious speeding ticket rescinded by singing “I’ve Got A Tiger By The Tail” in an episode of the CBS series “The Dukes Of Hazzard,” starring John Schneider and Tom Wopat.
  • Today in 1993, Faith Hill made her Grand Ole Opry debut.
  • Today in 1998, Martina McBride joined Smokey Robinson, Kenny Loggins and vice president Al Gore on NBC-TV’s Brooke Shields-hosted special “Christmas In Washington.”
  • Today in 2000, Tim McGraw’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified gold and platinum on the same day.
  • Today in 2003, Reba McEntire gained a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy Series, for her work in the WB’s “Reba.” Among her competition was, “Will and Grace” star Debra Messing and “Sex and the City” actress Sarah Jessica Parker.
  • Today in 2004, Tim McGraw’s “Back When” went to #1 on the Billboard charts.
  • Today in 2006, Carrie Underwood returned to the US after performing for American troops in Iraq and Kuwait during her first USO tour.
  • Today in 2012, Blake Shelton’s team finished with first and second place titles on the NBC competition, “The Voice.” Cassadee Pope won, while Terry McDermott was the runner up. Pope and McDermott sang “Catch My Breath” with guest Kelly Clarkson.

MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: GARFIELD

This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Garfield”, a 5 year old orange tabby who looks just like his namesake. Garfield is affectionate and gets along well with other cats and doesn’t seem to mind dogs. Garfield is vetted, fully vaccinated, and ready to find a home.

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

Kacey Musgraves Making Her Voice Acting Debut

Kacey Musgraves is putting her voice to work as she, Dan Stevens, and Richard E. Grant are set to star in the English-language dub of Studio Ghibli’s animated feature “Earwig and the Witch.”

“I can die happy now. Studio Ghibli fan from early childhood. Can’t wait for this to come out,” Kacey tweeted out on Tuesday.

The 3D, the computer-animated film was directed by Goro Miyazaki, whose credits include “From Up on Poppy Hill” and “Tales from Earthsea.” The film is based on the book by Diana Wynne Jones, author of “Howl’s Moving Castle.”

GKIDS said it will release the Japanese film in North America in early 2021.

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