Songs That Defined The 1990′s
Were the 1990's Country music's best decade? I wouldn't say that, however, it was outstanding. Great music, great artists, and a general excitement that hadn't been seen in country music in decades prior. There was traditional country, country-rock, some country-pop, even some bluegrass mixed in.
Categories: Music And Records Tags: Billy Ray Cyrus, Brooks & Dunn, Deana Carter, Garth Brooks, George Strait, John Berry, Lonestar, Martina McBride, Shania Twain, Tim McGraw
Classic Album Review-Floyd Cramer & Charley Pride
Here we are in the midst of the Holiday season, which I hope is going grand for you. I've been counting down the 10 best country Christmas albums of all-time, and with this post, I'll review the final two, and give you the complete list, in the order that I rank them.
Categories: Classic Album Reviews Tags: Charley Pride, Christmas In My Hometown, Floyd Cramer, We Wish You A Merry Christmas
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
Where Have I Been?
Good question. I Didn't win the lottery, nor was I abducted by aliens, however, we've been having a few computer issues, that have prevented posting the past couple of days.
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The Lehigh Valley
How about a rail line that I wish that I could go back and see in action? There are actually several, but one in particular, would be the Lehigh Valley.
Categories: Railroad Tags: Lehigh Valley, Railroad
Classic Album Review-Jim Reeves and Martina McBride
Do you find yourself getting a bit stressed from all of the holiday bustle? Need a few moments to just sit back and relax?
Categories: Classic Album Reviews Tags: 12 Songs Of Christmas, Jim Reeves, Martina McBride, White Christmas
Songs That Define Country Music In The 1980′s
How do you define a decade with music? It's a question I've pondered each of the past three weeks, as I've given my picks for the hits that defined the 50's, 60's, and 70's. Now, it's the 80's turn. Musically, the 1980's are an interesting decade to look back upon.
Categories: Music And Records Tags: 1980's, 1982, 9 To 5, Alabama, Better Man, classic country, Clint Black, Country Music, country oldies, Dolly Parton, Dwight Yoakam, George Jones, He Stopped Loving Her Today, Heartbroke, Honky Tonk Man, I'll Still Be Loving You, Islands In The Stream, Keith Whitley, Kenny Rogers, Love In The First Degree, Randy Travis, Restless Heart, Ricky Skaggs, When You Say Nothing At All
This Week In History-1985
It's time for our weekly look back into the archives of time, to remember and reminisce, as well as to make ourselves realize just how old we are. Let's look back at this week in 1985.
Categories: History Tags: this week in history
My (Future) Model Railroad Empire
I am planning a model railroad. Realistically, I don't know when, if ever, it will get built, but if and when it does, it will be my empire. I've been collecting the materials for years; the track, the rolling stock, buildings, locomotives, a good collection of materials needed
Categories: Railroad Tags: HO scale, Model Railroad, railroads, trains
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
