Fisher serves up some tasty Western music Nov 18, 2009
sung by Marty Robbins. What if it wasnt Feleenas fault. (Nogales International, AZ)
On this Friday afternoon, la recherche du temps perdu Nov 14, 2009
Marty Robbins song El Paso had just come out and I couldn t wait to hear it everyday. It s funny even then at age 3 or 4, I had a complete picture in my head of the story in that song and I still see that exact same picture today. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Thousands enjoy 2009 Fiesta Sahuarita Sep 30, 2009
On the entertainment side, Chuck Wagon heels from Tucson took requests, performing songs by artists such as Marty Robbins, Roy Orbison and Johnny Cash. Cheerleaders, including the SHS Varsity, SHS Junior Varsity and Sahuarita All Stars, demonstrated team drills and tumbling. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Diverse talent Sep 3, 2009
schedule Oct. 29: Jason Petty as Marty Robbins Nov. 15: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe ... Published: Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:09 AM CDT Take a little Marty Robbins, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, a hilarious comedy, and Abba, and you have the makings for an entertaining upcoming season for the Brewton Council of the Arts ... The first of these performances which will be Jason Petty giving his rendition of Marty Robbins on Oct. 29. (Brewton Standard, AL)
7 ways to keep the fun up and the cost down Jul 19, 2009
That means displays on Buck Owens (complete with a stage costume), Marty Robbins, Lew King and Wallace and Ladmo. There's even the holy grail for Arizona kids: a genuine Ladmo Bag. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Robbins, Chaffin, Burton included Jul 11, 2009
In 1983, NASCAR honored Robbins by naming the annual race at Nashville s Fairgrounds Speedway the Marty Robbins 420. He was also driver of The 60th Indianapolis 500 Buick Century pace car in 1976. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Marlin among four slated for induction Jul 3, 2009
Included in the induction ceremony on Driver s Hall of Fame at the Fairgrounds Speedway in Nashville along with Marlin will be Joe Buford and Chad Chaffin along with the late and legendary country music singer Marty Robbins. Marlin s dad, the late Coo Coo Marlin, is a charter member of the initial Nashville Motorsports Hall of Fame. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
'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)
Saying Goodbye To Larry Rice May 21, 2009
" Starting out in his dad's midget (named 'Ol Blue) in the late '60s, Larry quickly caught on and was hooked up with legendary owner Bob Higman's by 1972. They towed and worked on that midget all over the country as Carter clipped them for the USAC title but Rice came back to win the championship in 1973. A Ball State grad, Larry was teaching school in Crawfordsville while learning the ropes of racing and had to make a decision: stay in the real world and be a weekend warrior or try to make it... (FOX59, IN)
Not many singers have had military slant on patriotism May 21, 2009
MARTY ROBBINS: At 19, the Arizona native enlisted in the Navy during World War II and spent three years in the South Pacific. He learned to play guitar and started writing songs while in the service. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Guitars, jugs on display at library this month May 20, 2009
It includes a 1899 AO Windsor banjo, a 1918 Gibson A3 "white face" mandolin and a 1953 Martin 5-18 Parlor guitar, the latter made popular by the late country singer Marty Robbins ... It includes a 1899 AO Windsor banjo, a 1918 Gibson A3 "white face" mandolin and a 1953 Martin 5-18 Parlor guitar, the latter made popular by the late country singer Marty Robbins. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rick of WUGA retiring (with AUDIO) Mar 25, 2009
He mustered out of the Air Force in Tennessee, where he resumed his college studies and began working at local radio stations - and befriended stars such as Ernest Tubb, Marty Robbins and Ferlin Husky. He didn't have any grand goals working at WUGA.. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Where Are Classic Game-Show Hosts Now? Mar 7, 2009
While serving as host he also was a manager of country music stars including Dolly Parton, Barbara Mandrell and Marty Robbins. After "The Newlywed Game," Eubanks hosted several other game shows including: "Rhyme and Reason," "Dream House," "The Diamond Head Game" and "Trivia Trap.". (KERO 23, CA)
Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering schedule, checklist Feb 27, 2009
Marty Robbins Rocks: At 11 a.m. in Marshall Auditorium, there will be a tribute to Marty Robbins session by Jeff Gore and Washtub Jerry. Editor s note: If you are not prone to cry at least twice while listening to Marty s Gunfighter album, then you probably are not human. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
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)
Franz Ferdinand, Dierks Bentley have new CDs Feb 14, 2009
I Cant Forget Her, with its decidedly Southwestern feel and fine storytelling, would make Marty Robbins proud. Last Call with Ronnie McCoury is a rollicking bluegrass romp, and Here She Comes is a high-octane burner a la Garth Brooks Aint Going Down (Til the Sun Come Up). (MSNBC -- Music)
Salados Wildflower Art Show Blooms With Art, Wine & Fine Entertainment Feb 10, 2009
Rooted in the western ballads of Marty Robbins and progressive country music of Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings, Brian Burns as produced four CDs, all with hits much like his Ive Been Everywhere (In Texas). More Stories. (KWTX.com, TX)
