Dolly Parton is slated to be recognized at the upcoming ACM Honors for just being Dolly…which is to say, for being incredible. The legend will be honored with the ACM Poet’s Award. Dolly, who continues to work her way back to full health, will accept the honor via a special video message. The 19th ACM Honors will take place on Wednesday, August 19th at The Pinnacle in Nashville, and will be co-hosted by Carly Pearce and Parker McCollum. The evening’s entertainment will be provided by Avery Anna, Big Kenny, Carly Pearce, Carter Faith, Dierks Bentley, Dylan Scott, Gabriella Rose, Gavin Adcock, Kaitlin Butts, Mark Collie, Margo Price, Megan Moroney, Parker McCollum and Trisha Yearwood. Tickets for the event are available now through AXS.
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This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1972, Barbara Mandrell became a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
- Today in 1981, the “Fancy Free” album by the Oak Ridge Boys was certified platinum.
- Today in 1992, Garth Brooks self-titled debut album was certified quadruple platinum. The same day, his “Ropin’ The Wind” project was certified for multi-platinum sales of 8-million.
- Today in 1997, Tom T. Hall’s “Greatest Hits Volume II” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1997, Clint Black’s album, “Nothin’ But The Tailights,” was released. The same day, BlackHawk’s “Love and Gravity” project was also released.
- Today in 1997, Terri Clark’s self-titled album was certified platinum.
- Today in 1998, the “Everywhere” album by Tim McGraw was certified triple platinum.
- Today in 2000, Faith Hill’s single, “Breathe,” returned to the top of “Billboard’s” adult contemporary chart for a triumphant 14th Faith had been bumped from the top a week earlier by Latin singer Marc Anthony.
- Today in 2000, Clay Walker sang the national anthem at the Pro Football Hall of Fame induction in Canton, Ohio, where honorees include Joe Montana and Howie Long. Walker also joins Dwight Yoakam, Sawyer Brown and Alecia Elliott in a post-induction concert.
- Today in 2003, Josh Turner’s single, “Long Black Train,” hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2004, Blake Shelton’s “Some Beach” video, featuring a cameo by NASCAR driver Elliott Sadler, debuts on CMT
- Today in 2005, Gretchen Wilson’s “All Jacked Up” video debuts on CMT.com.
- Today in 2006, former Negro League baseball player Charley Pride sang the American and Canadian national anthems in Cooperstown, New York, when 17 former Negro Leaguers join the Baseball Hall of Fame.
- Today in 2011, the Lady Antebellum single, “Just A Kiss” went gold, platinum and quintuple-platinum.
- Today in 2014, Neil Young filed for divorce from Pegi Young, his wife of 36 years…amidst an alleged affair with actress Daryl Hannah. He and Hannah ultimately married in 2018 and in 2019, Pegi passed following a battle with cancer.
- Today in 2017, Garth Brooks performed at The Forum in Los Angeles, where his daughter, Allie Brooks, was celebrated for her 21st birthday by dad…and received a wedding proposal from longtime love Jonathan Roberts as her dad sang “She’s Every Woman.” She said yes….and they got hitched in October 2018.
- Today in 2017, Little Big Town’s show at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville featured surprise guests Miranda Lambert and Charlie Worsham, who joined them on a cover of The Dixie Chicks’ “Goodbye Earl.”
- Today in 2018, Glen Campbell was the cover story in the “Parade” supplement in the Sunday paper a year after his passing (on August 8, 2017). In it? Marty Stuart saying, “I wish I could have been in the control room at Capitol Studio A listening to the playback of ‘Wichita Lineman’ the first time it came into the atmosphere. It must have been a perfect moment in time.”
- Today in 2020, Garth Brooks held a press conference to ask CMA members not to vote for him for Entertainer of the Year. After winning seven times during his career, he says other deserving artists should get their due.
- Today in 2020, Jack Daniel’s announces the launch of an Eric Church single barrel whiskey.
- Today in 2021, “Beers On Me,” Dierks Bentley’s single with BRELAND & HARDY, was released.
Kenny Chesney Drops More Details On “Silver Sands Marina”
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Kenny Chesney is stoking his fans’ excitement over the first new music from the country superstar in over two years. Last month, he announced his new album, “Silver Sands Marina,” would be coming out September 25th. Yesterday, we learned a little more about the project. Kenny’s 21st studio album will consist of eleven tracks, including his current single “Carry On.” It will also include three features, with guests Lily Meola, Colbie Caillat and Megan Moroney. About the record, Chesney says, “Some of these songs are unlike anything people have heard, or haven’t heard in a long time. Some of them go deep, some of them will make people turn it up, a few will make them laugh… But, together, I think they’ll remind them how great it is to be alive. Even on days where you need a song like ‘Carry On,’ we’re making the best of what we’ve got.” See the track list below.
“Silver Sands Marina” track list:
- “Burn My Boat”
- “Carry On”
- “Talkin’ Dirt”
- “Goldfish” featuring Lily Meola
- “Silver Sands Marina”
- “It Just Got Weird” featuring Megan Moroney
- “Sad Casino”
- “Shot A Car Into Space”
- “Remember Me That Way”
- “What We Got Going On” featuring Colbie Caillat
- “Shot Glass”
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1957, Jerry Lee Lewis made his TV debut on “The Steve Allen Show,” kicking his piano stool across the stage during “Whole Lot Of Shakin’ Going On.”
- Today in 1969, the album, “Tammy’s Greatest Hits,” by Tammy Wynette was released.
- Today in 1971, Charley Pride recorded “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin'” at Nashville’s RCA Studios.
- Today in 1979, Dolly Parton’s “You’re the Only One” topped the country charts.
- Today in 1982, the Bellamy Brothers Greatest Hits was released.
- Today in 1984, Earl Thomas Conley became the first country star to score four #1 hits from a single album when his hit “Angel in Disguise” topped the charts.
- Today in 1995, Alan Jackson hit #1 with the single, “I Don’t Even Know Your Name.”
- Today in 1996, Garth and Sandy Brooks welcomed their third daughter, Allie Colleen. She was named for Sandy’s paternal grandfather and Garth’s mom, Colleen.
- Today in 1998, Diamond Rio’s “Unbelievable” album was released.
- Today in 2002, Brooks and Dunn wrapped up their second annual “Neon Circus and Wild West Show” tour with the all-star lineup that included Gary Allan, Chris Cagle, Trick Pony and Dwight Yoakam.
- Today in 2004, Chris Cagle flew over Cheyenne, Wyoming, in an F-16 fighter jet with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.
- Today in 2007, Faith Hill lectured a fan at the Cajundome in Lafayette, Louisiana, for grabbing the crotch of hubby Tim McGraw during a concert. Video of the event was captured on a cellphone and posted on the Internet.
- Today in 2008, Blake Shelton and then-girlfriend Miranda Lambert performed their first full-length concert together at the Monroe County Fair in Monroe, Michigan. The pair included duets on “Feelins’,” “Home” and “The South’s Gonna Do It Again” during the show.
- Today in 2012, Eli Young Band earned a #1 single in Billboard with “Even If It Breaks Your Heart.”
- Today in 2016, Miranda Lambert performed “Vice” publicly for the first time during a concert at the Blossom Center in Cleveland. At the end of the night, she was joined by backup singer Gwen Sebastian and opening acts Kip Moore and Brothers Osborne for a mass version of “Me And Bobby McGee.”
- Today in 2017, the Zac Brown Band raised nearly $1-million during a benefit for the non-profit Camp Southern Ground in Parker, Colorado.
- Today in 2017, Little Big Town’s concert at the Ryman Auditorium featured a surprise guest: Ronnie Dunn! He performed “My Maria” and “Believe.”
- Today in 2017, Jennifer Nettles kicked off her three-night run in the live production of “Mamma Mia!” at the Hollywood Bowl.
- Today in 2017, Ashley Monroe welcomed her son, Dalton William Danks, with her hubs, John Danks.
- Today in 2018, Luke Bryan became the first country artist to headline a concert at Dodger Stadium. His set began with “Country Girl (Shake It For Me)” and wrapped with “That’s My Kind Of Night.” The bill also featured Sam Hunt, Jon Pardi, Morgan Wallen and Carly Pearce.
- Today in 2020, Dan + Shay’s single, “I Should Probably Go To Bed,” hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2020, an episode of Netflix’s “Dolly Parton’s “Heartstrings” series received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Television Movie.
- Today in 2020, Dylan Scott scored a gold single from the RIAA for his song, “Nothing To Do Town.”
- Today in 2020, Lainey Wilson’s single, “Things A Man Oughta Know,” was released.
- Today in 2021, Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, Florida Georgia Line and Thomas Rhett appeared at Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater as ABC recorded “CMA Summer Jam.” Also on the bill: Jimmie Allen, Gabby Barrett, Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne and Jon Pardi.
Kacey Musgraves Cancels Opening Night, Two Other Shows On Her “Middle Of Nowhere Tour”
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Kacey Musgraves is arguably hotter than ever, but her momentum stalled a little over the weekend. The singer announced the cancellation of three of the shows on her “Middle of Nowhere Tour,” with no explanation. The dates affected are August 20 (Chicago), August 29 (Boston) and September 2 (Brooklyn). While no official reason was given, industry sources told “TMZ” that the three canceled dates were extra shows added after the initial itinerary was finalized. The decision was reportedly made to strip those additional dates away and revert to the original plan, moving the tour opener to August 21 (which happens to be Kacey’s birthday).
This day in Country Music History
Posted on by Bob Ballard
- Today in 1963, “Ring Of Fire” by Johnny Cash peaked at #17 on the pop singles chart.
- Today in 1978, Emmylou Harris’ “Elite Hotel” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1978, “Only One Love In My Life” by Ronnie Milsap was #1 on the country charts.
- Today in 1981, Alabama was #1 on the country charts with “Feels So Right.”
- Today in 1988, Tanya Tucker’s “Strong Enough To Bend” album was released.
- Today in 1996, LeAnn Rimes‘ debut album, “Blue,” hit #1 on the country album charts. It went on to spend 26 weeks at the top – that’s a total of six months.
- Today in 1997, Vince Gill‘s father, Stan, died following surgery for pancreatic cancer.
- Today in 1999, the Oak Ridge Boys released their album, “Voices.”
- Today in 1999, Merle Haggard’s “Live at Billy Bob’s Texas” album was released.
- Today in 2000, Chely Wright didn’t send out official announcements, but her beloved pooch, Minnie, graduated with honors from obedience school.
- Today in 2001, Lee Ann Womack won $125,000 on ABC’s “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.” And no, she didn’t keep it for herself – the money was donated to the Independent School District in her Texas hometown of Jacksonville.
- Today in 2003, Shania Twain wrapped a series of events in Chicago with her highly anticipated concert (her first full-length performance in the States for more than three years), which took place at Hutchinson Field in the city’s historic Grant Park. Shania entertained her 65,000 faithful fans with a show featuring a mix of her previous hits (including “Man! I Feel Like A Woman,” “Honey, I’m Home,” “Don’t Be Stupid (You Know I Love You)” and “Any Man of Mine”) as well as plenty of music from her album, “UP!”
- Today in 2007, Kimberly Roads Schlapman and husband her husband Stephen welcomed their daughter, Daisy Pearl, in Phoenix.
- Today in 2008, Jimmy Carter came on stage to play harmonica behind Willie Nelson on “Georgia On My Mind” during a concert at Chastain Park Amphitheatre in Atlanta. Nelson shared top billing with B.B. King, collaborating on “Night Life” and “The Thrill Is Gone.”
- Today in 2011, Jake Owen scored a gold single from the RIAA for “Barefoot Blue Jean Night.”
- Today in 2014, Lady A’s “Just A Kiss” had a musical role in HBO’s “True Blood.”
- Today in 2015, the Zac Brown Band single, “Homegrown,” was certified gold and platinum by the RIAA.
- Today in 2015, with Jimi Westbrook needing more time than expected to heal from vocal surgery, Little Big Town canceled three additional weeks of appearances through August 22nd.
- Today in 2017, Sam Hunt’s “Body Like A Back Road” was certified triple-platinum by the RIAA.
- Today in 2018, the Kenny Chesney album, “Songs For The Saints,” was released.
- Today in 2019, Dolly Parton made a surprise appearance during the Newport Folk Festival with The Collaboration, a one-time ensemble featuring The Highwomen, Judy Collins, Linda Perry and Sheryl Crow, among others. Parton sang “Jolene” and “9 To 5” and duetted with Brandi Carlile with “I Will Always Love You.”
- Today in 2021, Mitchell Tenpenny’s “Truth About You” hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2021, Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Gwen Stefani and Luke Bryan took part as ABC recorded the special “CMA Summer Jam” at Ascend Amphitheater in downtown Nashville. Also in the lineup: Dwight Yoakam, Cole Swindell, Carly Pearce, Mickey Guyton and Lainey Wilson.
- Today in 2021, Marty Stuart and HARDY were on hand as the Neshoba County Fair receives a Mississippi Country Music Trail marker in Philadelphia.
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1948, Opry legend Roy Acuff announced his intent to run for governor of Tennessee. He did eventually run for office against the incumbent and lost. He also campaigned for the job twice more and was unsuccessful.
- Today in 1969, Johnny Cash’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1989, Patsy Cline’s “Greatest Hits” album was certified double platinum and Ricky Van Shelton’s album, “Wild-Eyed Dream,” was certified platinum.
- Today in 1990, Kathy Mattea’s “Willow In The Wind” album was certified gold.
- Today in 1991, Randy Travis’ album, “Heroes And Friends,” was certified platinum.
- Today in 1992, Billy Ray Cyrus’ “Some Gave All” project was certified triple platinum.
- Today in 1992, Billy Dean topped the country charts with the single, “Billy the Kid.”
- Today in 1996, BlackHawk’s self-titled debut album was certified double platinum.
- Today in 1998, Tanya Tucker filed a $300,000 lawsuit against Capitol Records Nashville, contending that the label willfully neglected her career.
- Today in 2001, Tracy Byrd’s album, “Ten Rounds,” arrived in stores.
- Today in 2002, Darryl Worley’s album, “I Miss My Friend,” debuted at #1 on “Billboard’s” Country Album chart.
- Today in 2004, Toby Keith headlined his first stadium gig, which also featured Scotty Emerick, Al Ketchum, Gretchen Wilson, Montgomery Gentry and Jo Dee Messina.
- Today in 2009, Lady Antebellum’s “I Run To You” was certified gold.
- Today in 2012, Days after signing Florida Georgia Line, Republic Nashville released a remixed version of the duo’s debut single, “Cruise,” to radio.
- Today in 2012, Little Big Town’s single, “Pontoon,” was certified gold by the RIAA.
- Today in 2013, Miranda Lambert’s single, “Gunpowder & Lead,” went double-platinum. Carrie Underwood’s single, “Temporary Home,” was certified platinum by the RIAA on the same day.
- Today in 2014, Maddie & Tae’s “Girl In A Country Song” video debuted on NPR’s website.
- Today in 2015, Ashley Monroe’s album, “The Blade,” was released.
- Today in 2015, the Eagles performed at CenturyLink Center in Bossier City, Louisiana. It marked the final concert for founding member Glenn Frey, who died six months later.
- Today in 2016, Sheryl Crow was a contestant on the ABC-TV game show, “Match Game.” The same day? The Band Perry plays as ABC airs “Celebrity Family Feud.”
Zach Top To Drop “Two-Pack” Of New Music Next Month
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Zach Top has been hinting about new music for awhile, even informing fans that a new album was coming next year. But…surprise! Fans won’t have to wait that long. Top announced yesterday that a special “two-pack” of music is coming next month. New songs “Good Girls & Cowgirls” and “Other Side Of Hurtin’” drop August 21, with the limited 7-inch vinyl version coming out September 25th.
MEET THE H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: JOBA
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This week’s H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week is “Joba”, a 2 year old male domestic shorthair Tabby cat with beautiful brilliant green eyes. Joba is curious about people and gets along great with cats, though he’s pretty indifferent when it comes to dogs. Joba loves lounging on a lap, and would be a great fit for any cat-person!
Joba is fully vaccinated, vetted, neutered, microchipped and ready to go!
And since Joba is the H & S Feed & Country Store Pet of the Week, his adoption fee is only $30 this week!
If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Joba 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 Joba with Izzy from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:
Luke Combs Bummed He Wasn’t Asked To Be On Pat McAfee’s Country Debut
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ESPN personality Pat McAfee has featured many country stars on his show, and it seems to be rubbing off on him. The former NFL punter and wrestling commentator is adding “country singer” to his resume, with a new album coming out next month. One of his country pals isn’t that happy about it, however. Under McAfee’s post announcing the album, Luke Combs commented, “Not calling me on this? Unforgivable.” McAfee replied with three laughing-crying emojis, before clarifying that there are “NO FEATURES” on the record. While there may be no collabs on the album, McAfee certainly did receive some high-profile help; Ernest is part of the project (most likely lending a hand with songwriting). “The Diary Of A Polarizing Figure” comes out August 14th.
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