Top 5 protest songs of all time Aug 5, 2009
3 The Pill, by Loretta Lynn. Loretta Lynn is by far the most earnest protest singer of all time. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
'I Like to Keep Things Exciting' Aug 1, 2009
Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn, the strong women of country, that wrote and sang from the heart, and Reba McEntire, the hard-working, blue-collar girl whom Messina related to best. At 6, Messina had her first public performance and from there on she was hooked. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Scituate Inly School student earns a spot at National Championship Motocross Race Jul 31, 2009
The six-year-old Motocross racer has qualified for the largest amateur motocross race in the world, the 28th annual Air Nautiques/AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships at Loretta Lynn s Ranch ... The Amateur Nationals at Loretta Lynn s is the event every motocross racer in the country wants to compete in, says Event Director Tim Cotter ... Most of America s top professional motocrossers, including James Stewart, Ricky Carmichael, Travis Pastrana and Jeremy McGrath have won AMA Amateur... (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Candy Coburn, opener at Wednesday's fair Jul 24, 2009
Born in Kentucky, raised in south Missouri while spending summers in Texas with her father, Candy Coburn s introduction to music came from her grandmother s 8-track tapes and records, consisting of gospel music, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Loretta Lynn and George Jones ... Out of its 8-track and record players, gospel music played along with the sounds of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Loretta Lynn and George Jones. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Local sports briefs Jul 19, 2009
Three Fresno-area riders qualified to compete in the Air Nautiques/AMA National Motocross Championships, Aug. 4-8 at the home of country music star Loretta Lynn in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. Clovis' Dillon Firpo is qualified in the 250 C Modified class, and as an alternate in the 250 C Stock and 450 C classes. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Montgomery Gentry headlines 2009 Countryfest Jul 10, 2009
in the '80s, not far from the rugged mountains and mining towns of Loretta Lynn fame. The area is no stranger to country music, with artists as diverse as Bill Monroe, Wynonna Judd and the Kentucky Headhunters having roots in the Bluegrass State. (Albany Times Union)
Chasing a dream at full throttle Jul 7, 2009
Ryan Skinner will take his motorcycle to the Loretta Lynn Amateur National Motorcross Championships in August ... For Ryan Skinner of Longview, competing at the Loretta Lynn Amateur National Motocross Championships in August on the ranch of the famed female country music singer is an experience that he can t forgo ... Right now, he is keeping his eye on the Loretta Lynn races. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Keepin' it Country: Merle Haggard keeps traditions alive in country music industry, songwriting Jul 3, 2009
"Veterans -- like Haggard, Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn -- didn't have that trajectory. As a result, they understood good and bad times and knew how to deal when the latter came around. Today, country music artists come and go."I hate to say this, but I don't listen to it," Haggard says of new country music. "I just don't hear any music in it. It's so electronically altered it bothers me. (Sioux City Journal)
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"In addition to "Greencastle Blues," "The Excitement Plan" features gems such as the erotically charged "Don't Tempt Me," a duet with Loretta Lynn, and "America's Favorite Pastime," which tells the true story of late Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Dock Ellis, who in 1970 took LSD when he thought he had the day off only to discover when he got to the ballpark that it was his turn in the rotation. He stepped onto the mound anyway and pitched a no-hitter."It's possible to have something beautiful and... (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
About the bands Jun 25, 2009
" The pride of the small Georgia town of Oakman continues to regale audiences with its eclectic blend of folk, bluegrass and country. Bob Livingston (3 p.m. Sunday, Hull Street Stage) - The co-founder of the Lost Gonzo Band and a compatriot of the likes of Jerry Jeff Walker and Michael Martin Murphey, Livingston, his guitar and his compelling songs have represented Texas (and the State Department) in such far-flung locales as India, Pakistan and Africa. Now 60 years old, Livingston is no... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Music takes center stage Jun 18, 2009
June 19: Loretta Lynn (country). June 20: David Archuleta with Aja Alycean (pop); requires separate ticket ( 24- 57). (North County Times)
CD Spin: Elvis Costello Jun 3, 2009
"I Felt the Chill Before the Winter Came," a co-write with the great Loretta Lynn, is devastating country gold, from the opening line, "Well, there's a difference in the way that you kiss me." And Costello knows enough to undersell the pathos in his vocal where a lesser singer would have poured it on too strong. Another highlight, "Hidden Shame," has been gathering dust for years. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Best bets: Conan OBrien takes over Tonight Jun 2, 2009
His latest album, Secret, Profane & Sugarcane, is country-flavored and features a duet with Emmylou Harris and a song co-written by Loretta Lynn. The U.K. Guardian gave the album four of five stars and said that Costello is in fine, lovelorn country form. (MSNBC -- News)
Bumper Music Crop Jun 2, 2009
Miss: Costello and Loretta Lynn team up to write a tune about falling out of love. Expect the ground to shake on "I Felt the Chill Before the Winter Came.". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'I ain't a monster,' Chris Brown tells fans May 29, 2009
Only four other artists have received the distinction: Marty Robbins, Loretta Lynn, Alabama and Brooks. Eminem again shoots straight to No. 1. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Virtu outdoor art festival May 22, 2009
That group, Yarina, will be on hand to perform once again, and entertainment will also come from the likes of classicl pianist Sergei Novikov, the URI String Quartet, bagpiper Christian Peterson, and singers Michelet Innocent performing love songs in French, English and Spanish, and Kim Oakes, accompanied by Jamie Harris, performing oldies by artists such as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn and Manny Wells. Northeast Karate will host a demonstration Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., and there will be a... (Westerly Sun, RI)
Anita Carter, 'Songbird' May 18, 2009
She wasn't sassy like Loretta Lynn or melodramatic like Tammy Wynette. Carter's sumptuous soprano was ornate and pristine, sometimes to the point of sounding achingly ethereal. (Boston Globe)
DEL MAR: Fair unveils summer concert lineup (33) May 15, 2009
June 19: Loretta Lynn: Free show with fair admission ... Veteran rockers Melissa Etheridge and Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, as well as Rnd Smoky Robinson and country stars Clint Black and Loretta Lynn will headline shows, as will San Diego's own alternative rock group Switchfoot. (North County Times)
Mercy Mountain Boys (from left) Donny Weatherford, Earl Green and Mitch Sands perform Saturday at the Lake City Kiwanis Clubs First Annual Gospel Celebration. The Kiwanis Club of Lake City has helped children in Columbia County for the past 85 years, and this was the clubs major fundraiser this year. JEFF M. HARDISON/Lake City Reporter May 11, 2009
Miss Marie was the opening act for Conway Twitty, George Jones, Loretta Lynn and other famous country music performers. The girls she brought with her are Heather Dockery, Kyleigh Hill, Connor Blackley and Abby Craven. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Anticipated summer albums May 9, 2009
Last year's model revived the garage-punk abandon of 1986's "Blood and Chocolate." This one revisits the stripped-down American roots first explored that same year on an album called "King of America." He even recorded with T-Bone Burnett, his producer on "King of America," and sent out for Emmylou Harris to bring some extra country to the mix, which features one song Elvis co-wrote with Loretta Lynn and two he wrote for Johnny Cash. (June 2, Hear Music). (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Kate Miller-Heidke wins international song competition May 3, 2009
It was unanimously selected from over 17,000 entries by a panel of judges including Tom Waits, Neil Finn, Ray Davies, Jerry Lee Lewis, KT Tunstall and Loretta Lynn. Heidke will use the $US25,000 ($34,000) to tour her band to Europe and the US.. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Trace Adkins headlines Clay Fair - Trick Pony's frontwoman explodes onto solo scene with grandstand appearance Apr 28, 2009
Every trail ride, every horse show and rodeo was set to a soundtrack of Ernest Tubb, Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline and all the great traditionalists. Later-to her mother's dismay-Heidi's two older sisters turned her on to the great rock bands of the 60's and 70's: The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, and AC\DC. Heidi also fell in love with traditional blues, and began playing the harmonica at an early age, attracted by what she calls "the most lonesome sound on the planet." She recorded her first demo in... (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
'Cracker Queen' a hilarious, poignant memoir Apr 19, 2009
(Actually, this pretty much encompasses the "Good Ol' Gal," as described by John Shelton Reed in his "Southern Folk: Plain and Fancy," although when Reed was writing, the paradigm was Loretta Lynn. . (Athens Banner-Herald)
Legends to perform at annual Strawberry Festival Apr 17, 2009
According to Pam Whittle of the North Florida Regional Chamber Of Commerce, the legends list includes tribute artists performing as King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, and a number of country superstars like Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Hank Williams Jr., Wynonna, Travis Tritt and more. They performed and the fair and it's a good show, Whittle said. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Braves go Fishing Apr 15, 2009
I just wanted to say happy birthday to someone other than Greg Maddux Loretta Lynn, born 31 years before him ... loretta lynn is badass a happy bday to her and maddog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Miley Cyrus Leaves 'Achy Breaky Heart' To Dad Billy Ray Cyrus Apr 9, 2009
"The song 'Ready, Set, Don't Go' that she sang with me, sometimes she would sound like Stevie Nicks and other times she would sound like Loretta Lynn, and sometimes it'd be the perfect balance between the two.". This report is from. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Country Couture photography exhibit opens at Country Music Hall of Fame Apr 8, 2009
Artists featured in Country Couture include Kix Brooks, Little Jimmy Dickens, the Hager Twins, Merle Haggard, Jim Lauderdale, Loretta Lynn, Ronnie Milsap, Lorrie Morgan, the Oak Ridge Boys, Pam Tillis, Tanya Tucker, Porter Wagoner and Dwight Yoakam. Story created Apr 07, 2009 - 14:47:23 EDT.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Carrie Underwood Wins Top Academy Of Country Music Prize Apr 7, 2009
" It was a big night for the former "American Idol" winner, who also repeated last year's win as Top Female Vocalist. For the second year in a row, the Entertainer honor was determined by a popular vote during the broadcast, unlike past years, when the award was given out to the performer who sold the most concert tickets in the previous 12 months. Underwood wrested the top prize from perennial winner Kenny Chesney who has taken it home the past four years and became only the seventh woman to... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Idol winner tops country awards Apr 7, 2009
Previous female winners include Dolly Parton, Loretta Lynn and Reba McEntyre, the host of this year's award ceremony. Emotional. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Winners Announced for the 44th ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS Apr 6, 2009
Underwood is only the 7th female to take the award in the 39 year history of this category; previous winners include Loretta Lynn in 1975, Dolly Parton in 1977, Barbara Mandrell in 1980, Reba McEntire in 1994, Shania Twain in 1999 and most recently Dixie Chicks in 2000 ... Previous winners are Loretta Lynn (1975), Dolly Parton (1977), Barbara Mandrell (1980), Reba McEntire (1994), Shania Twain (1999) and Dixie Chicks (2000). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tearful Underwood takes top honor at ACMs Apr 6, 2009
Besides Underwood, the other female acts to win included Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks. Chesney kissed Underwood as she walked up to accept the honor. (MSNBC -- Music)
Underwood breaks Chesney's music award streak Apr 6, 2009
Underwood became only the seventh female act to win it, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks. Taylor Swift took home album of the year honors and Rascal Flatts won their seventh in a row for top vocal group, but Sunday's ceremony was highlighted by performances that ranged from extravagant to poignant, perhaps none more so than John Rich's angry anthem Shuttin' Detroit Down. (USA Today)
Different, but good: Strait, Swift show diversity of country music at ACMs Apr 6, 2009
If Underwood takes it, she d become only the seventh female act to do so, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and, most recently, the Dixie Chicks in 2000. Hosted by McEntire, this year s show will feature appearances by all five entertainer nominees as well as Trace Adkins, Lady Antebellum, Miley Cyrus, Rascal Flatts, Johnson, Miranda Lambert, McEntire, Swift and other top names. (KHOU.com, TX)
ACM Awards recap: Carrie Underwood's huge dress is my 'Academy' Idol Apr 6, 2009
Simon Cowell's favorite country princess became only the seventh female act to win entertainer of the year, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SHOW. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Carrie Underwood Takes Top Honors At ACM Apr 6, 2009
Underwood became only the seventh female act to do so, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain and, most recently, the Dixie Chicks in 2000. Her victory ended Kenny Chesney's four-year streak. (Click2Houston, TX)
Spacek narrates PBS documentary on Appalachia Apr 4, 2009
She won an Academy Award for her role as singer Loretta Lynn in the 1980 film Coal Miner's Daughter ... For true authenticity, Spacek joked about doing the narration in her Loretta Lynn voice. (USA Today -- Life)
Tribute to Cash coming to IPAC (17) Mar 24, 2009
In honor of these legends, a Tribute to the Life and Legend of Johnny Cash & June Carter will be presented by producer Irwin Rubinsky at IPAC. This 90-minute full production show features Jimmie Ray as Johnny Cash, with his five-piece Ring of Fire band; Cyndi Cantrell as June Carter and cameo appearances as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Minnie Pearl; and Tom Flagg as Willie Nelson, with other surprise guests. Something magical takes place when the first notes of Folsom Prison Blues are heard, and... (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Discovered country music recordings prove to be a reel find Mar 22, 2009
Tapes of George Jones, Dolly Parton, Hank Williams Jr., Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Roy Acuff, Tammy Wynette, Buck Owens, Charley Pride, and other icons - a veritable all-star spectacular - were among those rumored to be languishing in obscurity ... Gems include Porter Wagoner tapes spiced with vocals by Dolly Parton and, according to announcements on another tape, a young Crystal Gayle sitting in on her older sister Loretta Lynn's show the night before Gayle started recording her first album. (Boston Globe)
Must Have Music: What's Yours? Mar 11, 2009
loretta lynn coal miners daughter 6. brad paisley little moments 7. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Sasha Frere-Jones: Neko Case is the horn section. Mar 9, 2009
The material is mostly covers several traditional numbers, Loretta Lynn s Rated X, and Loretta, by the obscure late-seventies Boston group Nervous Eaters combined with four Case originals, including Favorite. It s a waltz, a time signature that Case leans on a little heavily, and though the textures are country, the melodies have become longer, the chord changes a little stranger, and the themes more Case s own. (New Yorker)
Business Briefs Mar 3, 2009
The Chumash Casino Resort's 1,410-seat Samala Showroom has hosted Brooks Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill and Randy Travis, among other country musicians, as well as comedians Jeff Foxworthy, Ron White and Rodney Carrington. Other nominees for the award include casinos in Minnesota, Nevada, New York and Ontario, Canada. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Academy of Country Music Announces Events Surrounding the 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards April 3-6, 2009 in Las Vegas Feb 20, 2009
Only four other acts have received this accolade, including Marty Robbins in 1969, Loretta Lynn in 1979, Alabama in 1988 and Garth Brooks in 1998. Tickets are still available for this show, which benefits the ACMCF and will air at a later date on CBS Television Network from the MGM Grand Garden Arena. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Paisley earns six Country Music Award nods Feb 12, 2009
If she wins, she would become the just the seventh female to take the award, putting her alongside Loretta Lynn, Reba McEntire and, most recently, the Dixie Chicks in 2000. Underwood is also up for female vocalist, which shes won the last two years. (MSNBC -- Music)
Paisley Leads Way Among ACM Nominees Feb 12, 2009
If Underwood wins Entertainer of the Year, she will be only the 7th female to take the award; previous winners include Loretta Lynn in 1975, Reba McEntire in 1994 and most recently the Dixie Chicks in 2000. Underwood is also nominated for Top Female Vocalist, and her video "Just a Dream" is nominated for Video of the Year. (CBS News -- Early Show)
