- Today in 1967, the President’s daughter, Lynda Bird Johnson, requested that Eddy Arnold attend a White House dinner. Arnold was almost late after getting stuck in an elevator.
- Today in 1973, Patsy Cline’s “Greatest Hits” album was released.
- Today in 1981, Charly McClain earned a #1 country single for “Who’s Cheatin’ Who.”
- Today in 1985, two weeks after recording “On The Other Hand,” Randy Travis signed a recording contract with Warner Brothers.
- Today in 1988, Kathy Mattea married songwriter Jon Vezner, who co-wrote her Grammy-winning hit “Where’ve You Been.”
- Today in 1989, Reba McEntire gave her then-fiancé Narvel Blackstock a chainsaw for Valentine’s Day. The couple cut each other loose in Summer 2015.
- Today in 1995, Alan Jackson’s album, “Who I Am,” was certified double platinum.
- Today in 1995, Trisha Yearwood’s “Thinkin’ About You” album was released.
- Today in 1997, Ty England and his wife, Shanna, welcomed their third child, Levi Wyatt, into the world.
- Today in 1998, Hal Ketchum and makeup artist Gina Pacconi tied the knot on Valentine’s Day in Austin, Texas. Hal’s hits include “Small Town Saturday Night” and “Past the Point of Rescue.”
- Today in 2001, Emily Robison and Amy Grant were contestants on “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire,” while Jo Dee Messina was on “Hollywood Squares.”
- Today in 2001, before the last wall of the new Country Music Hall of Fame, was sealed, cranes lifted Elvis Presley’s gold Cadillac, Webb Pierce’s Pontiac, and Nudie’s sign onto the third floor.
- Today in 2002, Steve Holy was in Newport News, Virginia to help 40 couples get hitched in a mass Valentine’s Day ceremony. As the lovebirds said, “I do,” they took their “first dance” as newlyweds while Steve performed his #1 song, “Good Morning Beautiful.” The happy couples had plenty of witnesses, too — nearly 1000 folks showed up to watch as the lovebirds kissed their single days goodbye.
- Today in 2006, Little Big Town’s single, “Boondocks,” went gold.
- Today in 2011, Eric Church’s single, “Homeboy,” was released.
- Today in 2012, Hunter Hayes’ was a “Wanted” man – as his new single hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2013, Thompson Square’s video for the single, “If I Didn’t Have You,” debuted on CMT.
- Today in 2015, Luke Bryan was the celebrity monarch for the Krewe of Endymion Parade during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
- Today in 2017, Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini sang “Islands In The Stream” and Keith Urban performed “To Love Somebody” as CBS recorded “Stayin’ Alive: A Grammy Salute To The Music Of The Bee Gees” at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Also appearing: Little Big Town, Demi Lovato, Nick Jonas, Celine Dion and Barry Gibb.
- Today in 2018, Troy Gentry’s widow, Angela Gentry, filed suit in Philadelphia against Sikorsky Aircraft and Keystone Helicopter, charging that a design flaw was responsible for the Montgomery Gentry singer’s September 2017 death. Less than a week later, she also filed suit against an event promoter in connection with the helicopter crash.
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Trisha Yearwood Announces New Album And Tour
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Trisha Yearwood might not be burning up the charts in recent years, but the icon still has things to say musically, and fans will hear them (and see them) very soon. Yearwood just announced a new, still untitled album, which will consist of ten tracks including one song fans already know, “Put It In A Song.” Along with that announcement came another, about an upcoming seven-date tour. “I’m so excited to share BIG news with you!” she shared yesterday. “This spring, I’m hitting the road for a special seven-city tour celebrating my upcoming new album. I’ll be sharing stories, and songs I’ve written with you.”
- April 30 – Austin, TX @ ACL Live at The Moody Theater
- May 1 – San Antonio, TX @ H-E-B Performance Hall – Tobin Center
- May 2 – Grand Prairie, TX @ Texas Trust CU Theatre
- May 3 – Stillwater, OK @ The McKnight Center
- May 15 – New York City @ The Town Hall
- May 16 – Glenside, PA @ Keswick Theatre
- May 17 – Lancaster, PA @ American Music Theater
This day in Country Music History
Posted on by Bob Ballard
- Today in 1967, the President’s daughter, Lynda Bird Johnson, requested that Eddy Arnold attend a White House dinner. Arnold was almost late after getting stuck in an elevator.
- Today in 1973, Patsy Cline’s “Greatest Hits” album was released.
- Today in 1981, Charly McClain earned a #1 country single for “Who’s Cheatin’ Who.”
- Today in 1985, two weeks after recording “On The Other Hand,” Randy Travis signed a recording contract with Warner Brothers.
- Today in 1988, Kathy Mattea married songwriter Jon Vezner, who co-wrote her Grammy-winning hit “Where’ve You Been.”
- Today in 1989, Reba McEntire gave her then-fiancé Narvel Blackstock a chainsaw for Valentine’s Day. The couple cut each other loose in Summer 2015.
- Today in 1995, Alan Jackson’s album, “Who I Am,” was certified double platinum.
- Today in 1995, Trisha Yearwood’s “Thinkin’ About You” album was released.
- Today in 1997, Ty England and his wife, Shanna, welcomed their third child, Levi Wyatt, into the world.
- Today in 1998, Hal Ketchum and makeup artist Gina Pacconi tied the knot on Valentine’s Day in Austin, Texas. Hal’s hits include “Small Town Saturday Night” and “Past the Point of Rescue.”
- Today in 2001, Emily Robison and Amy Grant were contestants on “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire,” while Jo Dee Messina was on “Hollywood Squares.”
- Today in 2001, before the last wall of the new Country Music Hall of Fame, was sealed, cranes lifted Elvis Presley’s gold Cadillac, Webb Pierce’s Pontiac, and Nudie’s sign onto the third floor.
- Today in 2002, Steve Holy was in Newport News, Virginia to help 40 couples get hitched in a mass Valentine’s Day ceremony. As the lovebirds said, “I do,” they took their “first dance” as newlyweds while Steve performed his #1 song, “Good Morning Beautiful.” The happy couples had plenty of witnesses, too — nearly 1000 folks showed up to watch as the lovebirds kissed their single days goodbye.
- Today in 2006, Little Big Town’s single, “Boondocks,” went gold.
- Today in 2011, Eric Church’s single, “Homeboy,” was released.
- Today in 2012, Hunter Hayes’ was a “Wanted” man – as his new single hit the airwaves.
- Today in 2013, Thompson Square’s video for the single, “If I Didn’t Have You,” debuted on CMT.
- Today in 2015, Luke Bryan was the celebrity monarch for the Krewe of Endymion Parade during Mardi Gras in New Orleans.
- Today in 2017, Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini sang “Islands In The Stream” and Keith Urban performed “To Love Somebody” as CBS recorded “Stayin’ Alive: A Grammy Salute To The Music Of The Bee Gees” at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. Also appearing: Little Big Town, Demi Lovato, Nick Jonas, Celine Dion and Barry Gibb.
- Today in 2018, Troy Gentry’s widow, Angela Gentry, filed suit in Philadelphia against Sikorsky Aircraft and Keystone Helicopter, charging that a design flaw was responsible for the Montgomery Gentry singer’s September 2017 death. Less than a week later, she also filed suit against an event promoter in connection with the helicopter crash.
H & S FEED & COUNTRY STORE PET OF THE WEEK: REAGAN
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This week’s H&S Feed and Country Store Pet of the Week is “Reagan”, a 3 year old female Pitbull mix, who is full of playful energy and loves walks, though she walks better on a harness. Reagan would make a great family dog who would love some kids to play with!
Reagan is fully vetted, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to go to a loving home. And because Reagan is the Pet of the Week, the adoption fee is only $100 this week!
If you’d like to set up an appointment to meet Reagan 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 Reagan with Shanna & Nicole from Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter here:
Jelly Roll Starts A Facebook Group “Jelly Roll’s Losers Run Club”
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Jelly Roll is serving notice that his health journey isn’t just a whim, it’s a way of life…and he wants his fans to come along for the ride. He announced on Instagram this week the creation of “Jelly Roll’s Losers Run Club,” and in the Instagram video, he described where he was health-wise, where he is now, and how, as a community, everyone can get a little healthier. To help form that community, Jelly announced his new Facebook group, “Jelly Roll’s Losers Run Club,” and he invites everyone to join to draw support (and provide support) on their road to better health. Jelly explained that his personal trainer would be part of the group, adding “I believe that we can create huge change right here. I believe that a group of people can come together right now and encourage each other to actually become what they’ve been dreaming they could be.”
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1971, Sammi Smith’s “Help Me Make It Through The Night,” written by Kris Kristofferson, made it to #1 in Billboard.
- Today in 1979, the “Willie & Family Live” album by Willie Nelson was certified gold.
- Today in 1988, Roseanne Cash’s remake of Johnny Cash’s song “Tennessee Flat Top Box” earned her a #1 Billboard spot. The song had originally been written and recorded by her father in 1961, but Rosanne didn’t know that until she cut it. Daddy’s response? He took out full-page ads in the trades congratulating her on the accomplishment.
- Today in 1996, Wynonna released her third solo album, “Revelations.”
- Today in 1997, Ty Herndon’s album, “What Mattered Most,” went gold.
- Today in 1999, John Michael Montgomery and his wife, Crystal, welcomed their son, Walker Carl Montgomery, who weighed in at 8-punds, 10-ounces.
- Today in 2001, Rodney Crowell’s album, “The Houston Kid,” was released.
- Today in 2002, Garth Brooks declined an offer to join the Colorado Rockies’ for spring training. He cited commitments to his three daughters in Oklahoma and that he couldn’t make a six-week commitment to the team.
- Today in 2002, Waylon Jennings died, following a long battle with diabetes. Three months before his death, he had received a spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame. He was 64.
- Today in 2003, Faith Hill performed a free concert for 13,00 military folks and their families at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. It aired (in part) during a live broadcast by ABC’s “Good Morning America.”
- Today in 2003, Earl Scruggs was inducted into Hollywood Walk of Fame and set quite a precedent in the process. Earl is the very first bluegrass artist to be honored and he’s also the first full-time banjo player to be inducted. Earl, of course, is already a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame – best known as one-half of the Flatt & Scruggs duo, which claimed non-country fame for recording the theme to “The Beverly Hillbillies” TV show.
- Today in 2005,“Live Like You Were Dying” which was written by Tim Nichols and Craig Wiseman and performed by Tim McGraw got two GRAMMYs: Best Country Song, and Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
- Today in 2008, Carrie Underwood’s singles, “Wasted” and “So Small,” earned her two gold certifications.
- Today in 2011, Lady Antebellum’s single, “Need You Now” by Lady Antebellum won five awards at the GRAMMYs: Record and Song of the Year, Best Country Duo or Group, Best Country Song, and best Country Album.
- Today in 2012, Barack Obama awarded the National Medal of Arts to Mel Tillis.
- Today in 2013, Eric Church received nominations in six categories to lead all finalists in the 48th annual Academy of Country Music awards. “Chief” was up for Album of the Year, while “Springsteen” was in the running for Single and Song.
Jon Pardi Drops New Song, “Love The Lights Out”
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Jon Pardi wants to give you a little assist when it comes to Valentine’s Day. The singer put out a new song on Instagram Monday, with the express intent of lending a V-Day hand. Along with an intimate glimpse at life with his wife Summer, he posted the song “Loving The Lights Out,” with the caption “Here is another song off the new album, a love song just in time for Valentine’s Day.” If your big romantic day goes well and Pardi’s song is part of it, let him know on his socials.
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1963, Buck Owens recorded “Act Naturally,” and made a first pass at “My Heart Skips a Beat.”
- Today in 1981, the “Greatest Hits” album by Ronnie Milsap was certified Gold.
- Today in 1983, the single “You And I” by Eddie Rabbitt with Crystal Gayle peaked at number seven on the pop singles chart.
- Today in 1983, Crystal Gayle’s “’Til I Can Gain Control Again” was a #1 Billboard single.
- Today in 1986, “Rockin’ With the Rhythm” became the Judds second gold album.
- Today in 1993, Toby Keith released “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.”
- Today in 1993, Diamond Rio hit number one with their single, “In A Week or Two.”
- Today in 1994, Rhett Akins’ daughter Kasey Lee was born.
- Today in 1996, BlackHawk released the single “Like There Ain’t No Yesterday.”
- Today in 1997, Kevin Sharp’s debut album, “Measure of a Man,” was certified Gold.
- Today in 1998, Alabama’s “Mountain Music” became quintuple-platinum, “Roll On” quadruple-platinum, and “Greatest Hits, Volume III” double-platinum.
- Today in 2002, Faith Hill’s work was among the songs up in the Best Original Song category for the 74th annual Academy Awards. Her soaring ballad, “There You’ll Be,” which was written by Diane Warren for the “Pearl Harbor” soundtrack, joined tracks from Paul McCartney, Sting, Enya and Randy Newman in the category.
- Today in 2004, Buddy Jewell’s self-titled debut album was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America.
- Today in 2005, Sammi Smith died in Oklahoma City. She was 61. Smith is perhaps best remembered for her hit rendition of Kris Kristofferson’s “Help Me Make It Through The Night.”
- Today in 2005, longtime RCA recording artist Eddy Arnold was honored with The Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award at a pre-Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles.
- Today in 2005, Rascal Flatts’ “Bless the Broken Road” became a #1 hit on the Billboard.
- Today in 2007, Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery, Trisha Yearwood, and Steve Azar helped launch Country Week on the game show “Wheel of Fortune.”
- Today in 2008, The Statler Brothers, Tom T. Hall, Emmylou Harris, and the late Pop Stoneman were named as the 2008 inductees for the Country Music Hall of Fame.
- Today in 2008, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, T.G. Sheppard, and Ronnie McDowell joined Pat Boone, B.J. Thomas, and Elvis Presley’s former girlfriend, rockabilly queen Wanda Jackson for the tribute concert “Belmont University Presents: Nashville Celebrates Elvis!”
- Today in 2010, Taylor Swift made her feature film debut with the opening of the movie “Valentine’s Day.”
- Today in 2010, The all-star remake of the charity single “We Are The World,” renamed “We Are The World 25 for Haiti,” was unveiled during the opening ceremony of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, Canada. Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles was among the soloists on the song, which was a fundraiser for earthquake relief in Haiti, while Zac Brown, Julianne Hough, and Sugarland’s Kristian Bush are also among the 85 stars featured on the track.
- Today in 2010, Rascal Flatts released their special “Unstoppable (Olympics Mix)” digitally via iTunes. The song was also incorporated into the TV coverage of the Winter Olympic Games, which were getting under way in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
- Today in 2010, Miranda Lambert’s “The House That Build Me” was released to radio.
- Today in 2011, CMT’s “40 Greatest Love Songs” featured Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” in the top spot.
- Today in 2011, Dolly Parton was honored as a Grammy Lifetime Acheivement Award winner at a special event in Los Angeles.
- Today in 2012, at the GRAMMYs, Taylor Swift’s “Mean” won both Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance. The Civil Wars, Lady Antebellum, Alison Krauss, and Union Station were also among the winners. In addition, Blake Shelton and The Band Perry took part in a special Lifetime Achievement salute to Glen Campbell. George Jones was also a Lifetime Achievement honoree.
Dolly Parton Unleashing Symphonic Experience Next Month
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Dolly Parton does not take a break. She announced yesterday the seven vocalists that will be performing in her upcoming symphonic concert, “Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony.” The world premiere performance takes place in Nashville on March 20 with the Nashville Symphony. Providing vocals for the shows: Katelyn Drye, Hollie Hammel, Julie Williams, Blair Lamb, Denitia, Ally Jackson and Katie Basden. The multimedia symphonic experience will feature interpretations of Dolly’s hits, taking audiences on a journey through Dolly’s music and life as she shares personal stories and guides the evening from the big screen. Check out the first ten dates below and hit up Dolly’s website for more info.
- March 20, 2025 – Nashville Symphony Orchestra
- May 17, 2025 – Fort Wayne Philharmonic
- June 18, 2025 – Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
- June 29, 2025 – San Diego Symphony Orchestra
- July 12, 2025 – Columbus Symphony
- September 7, 2025 – The Cleveland Orchestra
- September 19-20, 2025 – Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
- October 17-18, 2025 – Charlotte Symphony
This day in Country Music History
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- Today in 1967, “Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ On Your Mind)” got Loretta Lynn her first #1 Billboard single.
- Today in 1975, Alabama’s Randy Owen married his wife, Kelly.
- Today in 1982, “Always on My Mind” by Willie Nelson was released.
- Today in 1984, Vince Gill debuted on the charts with “Victim of Life’s Circumstances.”
- Today in 1984, a federal grand jury in Memphis indicted Jerry Lee Lewis on tax evasion charges. He was acquitted the following October.
- Today in 1992, new releases included Reba McEntire’s video “For My Broken Heart” and John Anderson’s album “Seminole Wind.”
- Today in 1994, George Strait hit number one with “I’d Like To Have That One Back.”
- Today in 1999, tornadoes earlier in the week forced a CD manufacturing plant in Jacksonville, Illinois, to shut down production, causing a possible delay for Steve Wariner’s single “Two Teardrops.” But his record label persuaded two manufacturing plants to press 400 copies of the single while volunteers addressed and stuffed envelopes to get the single shipped to radio stations on time.
- Today in 2002, “The Essential Johnny Cash” album arrived in stores.
- Today in 2003, Terri Clark’s single “I Just Wanna Be Mad” hit number one on the “Radio & Records” Country Top 50 chart. It also marked a milestone — it was the first time in 46 weeks that a solo female artist grabbed the top spot on the “Radio & Records” chart.
- Today in 2003, new album releases included Vince Gill’s “Next Big Thing,” George Strait’s live effort “For The Last Time – Live from the Astrodome,” and the Dixie Chicks’ DVD/video “Home.”
- Today in 2004, Kenny Chesney’s album “When The Sun Goes Down” debuted at the top of the “Billboard” album charts.
- Today in 2006, Trisha Yearwood sang with the Nashville Chamber Orchestra at the Grand Ole Opry house. Raul Malo was the host.
- Today in 2006, weeks after the departure of Kristen Hall, Sugarland performed their first concert as a duo.
- Today in 2007, the Dixie Chicks won five trophies at the GRAMMYs: Record and Song of the Year for “Not Ready to Make Nice,” Best Country Performance by a Duo of Group, and Album of the Year and Best Country Album for “Taking The Long Way.” Other country winners included Carrie Underwood, who was named Best New Artist, as well as Vince Gill, Randy Travis, Bryan Sutton and Doc Watson, Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, and Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles, who got the nod for her collaboration with Bon Jovi on the group’s hit “Who Says You Can’t Go Home.” Bob Wills was acknowledged as a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.
- Today in 2007, Trent Willmon and Lorrie Morgan were among the judges for The Corner Pub’s 3rd Annual Chili Cookoff in Nashville.
- Today is 2008, on a new episode of “CMT Crossroads,” Alison Krauss and Robert Plant performed a list which included “Gone Gone Gone (Done Moved On),” “Black Dog,” and When the Levee Breaks.”
- Today in 2009, Brad Paisley led the pack of nominees for the 44th annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Other multiple nominees included George Strait, Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Brooks & Dunn, Miranda Lambert, and Heidi Newfield. LeAnn Rimes was tapped to receive the ACM/Home Depot Humanitarian Award.
- Today in 2009, Dierks Bentley’s “Feel That Fire” debuted at number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart, ending Taylor Swift’s 12-week run in the top spot with “Fearless.” In addition, the title track to Bentley’s CD was at number one on the Country Singles chart.
- Today in 2009, Pat Green and Clay Walker were among those taking part in the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am charity golf tournament.
- Today in 2009, the Trace Adkins-voiced ad campaign promoting the Grand Ole Opry began its media run.
- Today in 2010, Justin Moore became a dad with the birth of his first child, Ella Kole.
- Today in 2010, Carrie Underwood’s “Sesame Street” character made her debut on the long-running PBS children’s series. “Carrie Underworm” is an orange worm with long blonde hair who sings. On the show, Carrie’s invertebrate alter-ego performed “The Worm Anthem.”
- Today in 2011, Kenny Chesney was officially honored as the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame’s “Tennessean of the Year” at an event in Nashville.
- Today in 2011, LeAnn Rimes was among the performers at the MusiCares Person of the Year tribute honoring Barbra Streisand.
- Today in 2011, Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley recorded “Remind Me.”
- Today in 2012, Dierks Bentley served as the Honorary Chairman of the Arizona Centennial Motorcycle Ride, which took place in his hometown of Phoenix as part of the state’s 100th anniversary celebration. Bentley’s hit “Home” was the official song of the event.
- Today in 2014, Trick Pony announced their reunion.
- Today is 2014, Eric Church’s album, “The Outsiders,” was released.
- Today in 2016, Darius Rucker received the Award of Merit from the National Golf Course Owners Association during a conference in San Diego.
- Today in 2016, Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley and his wife, Cassie, welcomed their son, Ward Charles Kelley, in Nashville.
- Today in 2016, the “Columbia Daily Herald” reports Jason Aldean has purchased a 120-acre property with a 4,500-square-foot home in Columbia, Tennessee for $5.35-million.
- Today in 2017, Little Big Town’s “Better Man” – which was written by Taylor Swift – hit #1 on the Billboard country singles chart.
- Today in 2019, Trace Adkins, Charles Esten, Cassadee Pope, Jimmie Allen, Deana Carter and Morgan Evans performed at Fred Kavli Theatre in Thousand Oaks, California, to raise money for victims of a mass shooting three months prior at the Borderline country club.
- Today in 2019, Garth Brooks practiced fielding at third base and in the outfield as he begins a week of spring training with the Pittsburgh Pirates in Bradenton, Florida.
- Today in 2019, Kacey Musgraves single, “Rainbow,” hit the airwaves.
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