On this day in 1993: Brooks & Dunn claimed three honors during NBC’s telecast of the 28th annual Academy of Country Music Awards from Los Angeles’ Universal Amphitheatre. Top Vocal Duet, Single Record of the Year, for “Boot Scootin’ Boogie.” Album of the year was awarded for “Brand New Man.”
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Tim McGraw Drops New Song, Being Used For Mother’s Day Greeting Card
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Tim McGraw is paying tribute to mom with his brand new single, “I Called Mama,” which is out now, and is timed perfectly for Mother’s Day. The song is being used as part of American Greetings’ #stayconnected digital card campaign, and will be used in an eCard for Mother’s Day.
“Mamas deserve to be recognized and celebrated,” Tim shares. “My mom has nurtured me and given me love, strength and encouragement. She is a light and I love her so much.”
Fans can pick up the card online and in stores, but they can also get it free, for a limited time here.
Tim is expected to drop a video for the song later this month which will film footage of mothers that McGraw’s fans sent in from around the country.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_5R9w7gei2/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again
On this day in 1999: Martina McBride appears on CBS drama “Early Edition”
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On this day in 1999: Martina McBride played herself in a cameo appearance on CBS-TV’s “Early Edition.” The show was about a guy named Gary, who magically gets tomorrow’s paper a day early so he can prevent tragedies from occurring. In the episode, he read in “the paper” that Martina would be seriously injured while rehearsing with her band, so he raced to the concert hall to save her.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tvN9GX0uXRU
Meet the H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week: “Scamp”
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Meet “Scamp”, the H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter in Oskaloosa. Scamp is a 2-year old Catahoula Leopard Dog/Australian Dog mix. He’s a pretty sweet guy looking for a pretty sweet human. Scamp is full of energy and ready to go. He’d love to play with you in the yard or lead you on walks around the neighborhood. If you’d like meet Scamp, call Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter at 641-673-3991 to set up an appointment.
Check out our conversation with Terry Gott about “Scamp” here:
Luke Bryan Shares JibJab Version Of “One Margarita”
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Luke Bryan’s latest single “One Margarita” was perfect for Cinco De Mayo earlier this week, and he had a little fun with that.
Luke shared an updated video for the track, featuring a jibjab of his mother Leclaire’s face, and it’s pretty hysterical.
https://www.instagram.com/p/B_0guMZFusI/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=embed_video_watch_again
On this day in 1949: Hank Williams hits number one
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On this day in 1949, Hank Williams made his first appearance at #1 on the Billboard country singles chart with “Lovesick Blues.”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xu71i89xvs
Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley & Lynyrd Skynyrd To Headline Pepsi’s Gulf Coast Jam
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While other music festivals are being canceled due to the coronavirus, Pepsi’s Gulf Coast Jam in Panama City, Florida is moving forward with their plans, and just announced this year’s headliners.
The festival, taking place September 4th to 6th at Frank Brown Park, will feature headliners Luke Bryan, Lynyrd Skynrd and Brad Paisley.
Tickets for the festival are on sale now. They are also offering special discounted tickets to first responders and medical personal.
On this day in 1989: Keith Whitley plays his final concert
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On this day in 1989: Keith Whitley played a concert date at the Armadillo Ballroom in Brazoria, Texas, which amounted to his final show. He was dead three days later of alcohol poisoning.
Here’s an appearance Keith made at the Grand Ole Opry, introduced by Ernest Tubb:
Eric Church & Brothers Osborne Give Fan Club Members A Year Free
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Eric Church is giving fans a break when it comes to fees for his fan club. The singer sent a letter to the members of his Church Choir over the weekend, letting them know that he is picking up the tab for their membership dues for the next year.
“I hope this finds everyone safe and doing well. We miss you guys terribly and can’t wait to see and fellowship with you again,” Eric wrote. “Until we do, I want to offer a year of free dues starting May 1. You guys are the heartbeat of everything we do and I realize times are difficult right now. That includes finances. So, this year is on me.”
He added, “I don’t know for sure when we will be allowed to resume playing shows and I hope it’s sooner rather than later,” explaining, “It’s important to me that we can do that safe and in a non-socially-distanced way. Yes, I’m going to jump right in the middle of you. I am certain though, it will happen, and it will be glorious. We will gather again. And we will roar.”
And Eric isn’t the only one making such an offer. Over the weekend, Brothers Osborne also said they were picking up the tab for their premium fan club members. “We know right now that times are really tight for our fans…things are really weird,” they shared on Instagram. “As a sign of appreciation for you guys being so awesome and there from the very beginning we’d like to give all of our premium fan members a year free.”
Source: CMT
On this day in 1997: Tim McGraw and Faith Hill welcome a new arrival
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Today in 1997, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill welcomed their first baby, Gracie Katherine McGraw. At age nine, she had her “big break” as part of the children’s chorus at the close of her dad’s hit single, “Last Dollar (Fly Away).”
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