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Eddie Rabbitt’s Rocky Mountain Music, A Nostalgic Look

Todd — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 02:58:32 +0000

I have a very selective auditory memory. It limits itself to only music and movies. If I hear a song or see a movie once, I can already either pick up on the lyrics of the song at first listen, or after I see a movie once, I can remember multiple quotes. It is both…

#2 Country Gospel Song Of All Time

Todd — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 02:35:07 +0000

This one would probably make it on my top 5 country songs of all time. My first exposure to our #2 was on the Elvis Presley: Amazing Grace Collection Box Set. It features some rare cuts, but more importantly, it features J.D. Sumner and The Stamps performing Kris Kristofferson’s “Why Me.” If you haven’t heard…

To All The Girls That Elvis Has Loved Before

Todd — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 02:19:29 +0000

“Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all” probably should have been Elvis Presley’s’ mantra. Apparently, he never found that yen to his yang. Alanna Nash, one of the foremost experts on all things Elvis, has authored a pretty exhaustive book that details the emotional and romantic exploits of…

Taylor Swift Pulls Off Hat Trick and One More

Todd — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:25:52 +0000

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…

The Balladeer Johnny Horton

Todd — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:10:17 +0000

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.…

All the King’s Horses

Alice — Thu, 28 May 2009 22:38:23 +0000

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 a tour of…

Patriotic Song Mix

Todd — Mon, 25 May 2009 17:52:47 +0000

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.…

Country’s Most Beautiful Women and Sexiest Men of 2008

Alice — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:39:22 +0000

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…

Elvis New Release…this Christmas

Alice — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:44:13 +0000

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 of…

1958

Alice — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 18:21:13 +0000

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…