Once upon a time there was a certain young hooligan from Memphis that was billed along with the likes of Faron Young and Hank Snow. The young man was shunned by the country greats. They didn’t regard him as country, and for good reason. His music was edgier and suggestive. What they didn’t know is [...]
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Death is not a respecter of person, musician or not. However, it does seem that the most talented artists are always taken in their prime. They either leave this world under extreme circumstances that are beyond their control, or by their own volition. Johnny Horton’s death falls under the category of the aforementioned. Horton, like [...]
Have you visited Memphis lately? I was able to visit Memphis not too long ago and stopped by one of my favorite artists’ house. Yes, I’m talking about the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Elvis Presley. I was able to pass by the Heartbreak Hotel, see his Blue Suede Shoes, and take [...]
It seems probable that most Americans will be celebrating Memorial Day indoors. Storms are blanketing the eastern half of the United States. Its a good thing that Memorial Day doesn’t wait for the atmosphere. Whether rain or shine, this holiday is a state of mine and doesn’t rely on the weather to be a success. [...]
Well here it is 2009 and it’s time to reflect on the moments and memories of 2008. According to Country Weekly these ten men were voted most sexy for 2008:
Coming in at number ten, Tim McGraw. This year Tim released a few new songs and had a supporting role in the movie Four Christmases. He also [...]
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That’s right you have officially heard it here, Elvis Presley is releasing a Christmas album this year. After passing away nearly thirty-one years ago, the King of Rock and Roll is releasing a CD for the holidays. The project is entitled, “Elvis Presley: Christmas Duets.” And it will feature several country artists [...]
So what all was happening in 1958? Well let me take a minute to tell you. Private, Elvis Presley headed off to Germany to serve the United States, Ray Price sang a song written by Bill Anderson that hit number one (”City Lights”), Buck Owens recorded his first chart hitting single, and low and behold [...]
Country Music’s hottest artists are being haunted by the restless spirit of Elvis Presley. A Christmas Duets album is being comprised of Elvis’ previous Christmas classics, pairing the king of rock n roll with the likes of Gretchen Wilson, Carrie Underwood, and Leann Rimes. Most of the original recordings were in mono, so an exact [...]