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Brad Paisley Keeps His Promise, Honors Deceased Fan in Very Special Way

Christina Vinson — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:57 +0000

Brad Paisley made a promise last autumn to Lee Feldman, an Ephrata, Penn. resident who was stricken with pancreatic cancer. That promise was to use Feldman's gift of a prized custom-made guitar on Paisley's new album, 'Wheelhouse,' and to not let the guitar lay unused and forgotten.

Johnny Cash Tribute Tickets

Sam Schleicher — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:53:28 +0000

Win tickets to see One More Round: A Tribute to Johnny Cash at the Blue Note in Columbia, Mo. on May 25!

Alan Jackson Pays Tribute to George Jones at Tour Stop

Megan Pacella — Sat, 04 May 2013 15:52:47 +0000

Still reeling from the news that George Jones passed away on Friday, April 26, Alan Jackson took some time to pay tribute to The Possum last weekend. During a stop on his current tour, Jackson covered 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' for a mesmerized crowd in Birmingham, Ala.

All-Star Roster to Pay Tribute to Alabama on Upcoming Album

Christina Vinson — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:00:06 +0000

Alabama have certainly earned the right to be known as one of the best country bands of all time, with 21 Gold, Platinum, and multi-Platinum albums, 43 No. 1 singles, eight Entertainer of the Year Awards, and over 73 million records sold. It's been 40 years since their start, and they'll be combining their legendary greatness with some of country's biggest stars for a collaborative album called 'Alabama & Friends.'

St. Louis Cardinals Set Up Memorial Website for Stan Musial

Newstalk 1050 Staff — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 20:25:28 +0000

The entire St. Louis Cardinals family is deeply saddened by the passing of Cardinals Hall of Famer Stan Musial at the age of 92. Musial, who played his entire 22-year major league career (1941-63) for the Cardinals, died this evening at his home in Ladue surrounded by his family. “We have lost the most beloved [...]

Should the Chiefs Be Paying Tribute to Jovan Belcher? [SURVEY]

BJ Ragone — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:27:27 +0000

On Saturday, Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher killed his girlfriend and then himself. Now his team wants to recognize him, but what is the right way to do it? Is there one? In the eyes of the public, Jovan Belcher is a murderer. However, in the eyes of his teammates, he is a fallen [...]

Kix Brooks Says 'Bring It on Home' Is Tribute to His Wife – Exclusive Video

Billy Dukes — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 21:00:00 +0000

The new single from Kix Brooks‘ first solo album since 1989 is a tribute to his wife, Barbara. In a video exclusive to Taste of Country, the singer explains the song, which is featured on ‘New to This Town,’ which will be released next Tuesday (Sept. 11). Fans can listen to the entire album right now at Amazon.

Kitty Wells Dies: Country Stars Pay Tribute

Billy Dukes — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 20:00:25 +0000

Kitty Wells did almost as much for country music as the guitar and fiddle. The Queen of Country died on Monday at the age of 92 after complications from a recent stroke. Wells was not only a major hitmaker in the ’50s and ’60s, but she was the first female country singer with a voice that the mostly male-dominated industry stepped aside and respected.

Hank Williams, Jr. to Pay Tribute to Dad With Brad Paisley Duet at CMT Music Awards

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 17:00:01 +0000

With the bevy of country stars set to perform during tomorrow’s (June 6) 2012 CMT Music Awards live telecast, show producers seem rather excited about the performance from one of country music’s living legends, Hank Williams, Jr. The member of the country music’s royal family will take the stage to pay tribute to his father, Hank Williams, who was one of the most iconic artists in county music history.

Community Members Pay Tribute to Librarian Lynn Phillips During Funeral Procession [PHOTOS]

Sam Schleicher — Thu, 31 May 2012 17:25:45 +0000

The funeral for Lynn Phillips was held at the Celebration Center in Sedalia this morning (May 31). Former students, parents and community members gathered along the east side of Highway 65 to honor the Skyline librarian by holding up children’s books as the procession passed. The tribute was organized by the Sedalia School District.