Tribute To Jimmy Dean
Jimmy Dean, who is best known for "Big Bad John", as well as his sausage business, died at 81, on Sunday evening.
Categories: Artists Tags: Big Bad John, classic country, Country Music, country oldies, Jimmy Dean
3 Artists From The ’90s You Might Remember
Remember the 1990's? That was the midst of the “New Traditionalist” movement, where we saw a large influx of new talent into country music. Several, such as Toby Keith, Alan Jackson, and Martina McBride, would continue to be radio staples well into the new century. However, there were several more whose hit-making careers would last only 2-3 years, if not shorter. See how many you remember.
Categories: Artists Tags: Bryan White, Kevin Sharp, Lari White
Wanda Jackson, The Queen Of Rockabilly & Her LP “Right Or Wrong”
While doing some reading, last night, I stumbled across an article about an upcoming appearance, here in Raleigh, this weekend, by “The Queen Of Rockabilly”, Wanda Jackson. For those who are not very familiar with Ms. Jackson, she first gained notice, in the mid 1950's, while touring with Elvis.
Categories: Artists, Classic Album Reviews Tags: Right Or Wrong, rockabilly, Wanda Jackson
Johnny Cash “The Man In Black”
Johnny Cash would have turned 78 on February 26th, and to mark his birth date, there are several things happening during this month to honor the legendary “Man In Black”.
Categories: Artists Tags: American VI, Hurt, Johnny Cash, Ring Of Fire
Jack Greene
Who was the CMA's first Male Vocalist of the Year? Think back to 1967; Buck Owens? Johnny Cash? Eddy Arnold? All worthy choices, but all wrong. The CMA's first Male Vocalist award went to Jack Greene.
Categories: Artists Tags: All The Time, Back In the Arms Of Love, Jack Greene, Jeannie Seely, Statue Of A Fool, There Goes My Everything, Wish I Didn't Have To Miss You, You Are My Treasure
Carl Smith Has Died
Another legend is gone from country music. Carl Smith, one of the top hit-makers of the 1950's, died at the age of 82. Apparently, no information regarding his death has been released, but it's reported that he passed away on Saturday.
Categories: Artists Tags: Back Up Buddy, Carl Smith, Hey Joe, Let Old Mother Nature Have Her Way, Let's Live A Little, Loose Talk
Dixie Chicks . . . More Controversy, or not?
What's up with one of country music's most controversial acts? Over the past couple of days, stories have come out about new music being recorded by the Dixie Chicks, but with only the Erwin sisters; no Natalie Maines.
Categories: Artists Tags: Dixie Chicks
Remembering Burl Ives
Who might be the best known voice, this time of year, thanks to a classic Christmas recording, as well as a popular children's Christmas special? If you were to guess Burl Ives, you'd be correct. Every year, at this time, the radio airwaves, once again are filled with holiday classics from artists who otherwise aren't given the time of day by radio stations. Artists such as Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, and Burl Ives.
Categories: Artists Tags: A Little Bitty Tear, Burl Ives, Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, folk songs, Funny Way Of Laughin', Holly Jolly Christmas, Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer, The Big Country
A Name From The Past – K. T. Oslin
I don't think this could happen in today's country music atmosphere; a 45 year old unknown female vocalist, releases a record that not only becomes a big hit, but also an anthem, of sorts, for all women in her generation. No, in today's country music, where it seems for someone to have a chance, they must be very young, have a marketable look, and frankly, being blond doesn't hurt. Talent? Not important. No, in today's music, it just couldn't happen
Categories: Artists Tags: 80's Ladies, Come Next Monday, Do Ya, K. T. Oslin
Remembering Hank Thompson
Sounds that were similar to Bob Wills and Ernest Tubb, yet still unique enough that you could immediately recognize the artist. Also, some of the best song titles to ever appear on the country music charts. The artists responsible for those sounds? Hank Thompson and His Brazos Valley Boys.
