Almost Patsy Cline’ Playing Sunday Aug 20, 2009
Almost Patsy Cline Playing Sunday ... Entertaining listeners will be the Almost Patsy Cline Band, beginning at 6:30 p.m. ... Based in the Hill Country, the Almost Patsy Cline Band is known for its extraordinary instrumentation and vocal harmonization. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Terry Marotta: Summer nights at the karaoke bar Aug 18, 2009
I m a Patsy Cline impersonator, and he s in the theater, said the female member of the couple. It was at this point that I realized that we were all in the theater here, and that the next great act was likely to take place in the audience. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Weekend Events Aug 14, 2009
Helen Welch performs songs made popular by American divas, including Ella Fitzgerald, Barbra Streisand, Etta James, Bette Midler, Patsy Cline and more, with the Dave Stevens Big Band, Sunday, 2:30 p.m., on the floating stage at Bemus Point, N.Y.. Cost: Free. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Timeless Tunes - the stories and songs Aug 5, 2009
Friday, Aug. 7, 7 p.m., at the Bandera High School Performing Arts Theater The Almost Patsy Cline Band will perform a show that will touch your heart, make you laugh, clap your ands and tap your toes. The show is called Timeless Tunes - The Stories and the Songs, written and performed by The Almost Patsy Cline Band, the Official Goodwill Ambassador's for the City of Bandera ... Despite its name, The Almost Patsy Cline Band is not a tribute band. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Farmland Cultural Center hosts dinner comedy show Jul 29, 2009
A hilarious comedy about Texas third smallest town - Greater Tuna is a place where the Lion s Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. The eclectic band of citizens who make up this town are portrayed by only two performers, Darrin Murrell and Stevie Hahn - making this satire on life in rural America even more delightful as they depict all of the inhabitants of Tuna - men, women, children and animals. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)
Ain't No Ambition in This Country Song Jul 22, 2009
I dont need no five star reservations I got spaghetti and a cheap bottle of wine I dont need no concert in the city I got a stereo and the Best of Patsy Cline ... Location: CA Reply # 1 Date: Jul 22, 2009 - 1:16 AM EST Patsy Cline Would Mind Mediocrity After all, one her biggest hits, "Crazy", was written by a young Willie Nelson, and he isn't exactly mediocre, now is he. (Townhall.com)
Chasing Patsy Cline: Local Girl Aims For Music Stardom Jul 15, 2009
"I got pushed up on stage to sing "Crazy" by Patsy Cline and I guess I did pretty good. Nobody knew I could sing before then, not even me." ... She's been chasing Patsy Cline ever since ... "My grandma used to listen to Patsy Cline all the time," Harms said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
New director is reading from a different script Jul 15, 2009
" The festival features 22 world premieres, and the highlights include Peter Greenaway's multimedia project Leonardo's Last Supper, the lauded German choreographer Sasha Waltz & Guests, Belgian company Peeping Tom with its dance-theatre piece Le Salon, the Abbey Theatre's production of Terminus and the Hofesh Shechter Company. There are also Chun 00004000 ky Move's cross-cultural partnership Black Marrow, Deutsches Schauspielhaus Hamburg's play Pornography, Black Arm Band's Dirtsong, the London... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Cle Elum Relay for Life exceeds goal Jul 14, 2009
Participants were treated to live music from three local bands Rusted Soul, Luminous Decibel and Eden, a belly dancing performance and performances by two solo singers, 13-year-old Tara Jennings, winner of the Cle Elum Idol contest and Yakima s Anna Buck, a Patsy Cline sound-alike. Activities, designed to keep the fun coming, ranged from a fashion show featuring dresses made from newspaper and duct tape to a twist contest, scavenger hunt and tricycle, hula hoop, limbo and pajama laps. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
JIM DODSON: The New Frugality Jul 12, 2009
Eventually, after a financial meltdown and personal epiphany worthy of a Patsy Cline song, Judd hacked up all her credit cards and started down the path to liberating frugality. Now, whenever she shops, the country music diva carries an envelope with her containing a couple of hundred dollars in hard currency. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Bomb defuser also a dude Jul 10, 2009
He kept cool in the heat of the day with the help of a few of these tunes on his iPod: "Back in Black," (AC/DC); "Knights of Cydonia," (Muse); "Moonlight Sonata" (Beethoven); and healthy helpings of 50 Cent, Patsy Cline and System of a Down. RECENT HEADLINES. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Frontier Times Museum announces Texas Heroes Hall of Honor Jul 9, 2009
At 5:30 p.m. we move to Mansfield Park for a cowboy bar-b-que (tickets can be purchased at the door) with music provided by the Almost Patsy Cline Band. At 8 pm Running R Ranch presents the Frontier Times Museum Ranch Rodeo a pending qualifier to the South Texas Ranch Rodeo Finals. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Patsy Cline dinner theater returns to Fulton on July 16 Jul 8, 2009
Julie Shaw, a former Fulton High School theater teacher, will portray Patsy Cline at dinner theater performances in Fulton starting July 16 ... Although she died in a plane crash almost half a century ago, the music and memory of country singer Patsy Cline's endures ... The dinner theater production of "Always ... Patsy Cline" returns to Fulton for the third time in recent years at Sir Winston's restaurant, 1205 South Business 54 in Fulton. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Entertainment Jul 5, 2009
M/SUNNY Sunday July 5, 2009. How many CONSECUTIVE years has "Rocky" been stage at the Rep. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Cle Elum's Pioneer Days turns 40 Jul 3, 2009
The Pennsylvania Avenue stage also will host performances by the Blues Caf; band as well as vocalist Jeannie Bednar Coady, who makes it unnecessary to go walkin after midnight to hear the music of the legendary Patsy Cline. Coady performs at 1:30 p.m.. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
UPCOMING EVENTS Jun 26, 2009
Patsy Cline playing through Oct. 31, box office, (800) 362-3515, www ... A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, a musical tribute, 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; tickets available by calling (218) 732-0099 or by going online at www. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Entertainer Spotlight on Siobhan (25) Jun 25, 2009
I like to sing anything from Patsy Cline to Amy Winehouse. She was born in Hollywood to a mother who was former model and a father who was an Oscar-nominated production designer. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Come to the fabulous Fourth Jun 24, 2009
Touch-a-Truck, and then be amazed at the Braintree Police Canine Corps demonstration Music will fill the air, thanks to disc jockey "Dizzy Eddy," Jay Siegel and The Tokens with Jay Trainor, Brenda Marie performing a tribute to Patsy Cline, and former lead singer to The Shirelles Shirley Alston Reeves. Doo wop, donate a canned good to help fill the Marge Crispin Center food bank van, catch the midway games and rides, and catch the spirit. (Braintree Forum, MA)
good times at dogleg coffeehouse Jun 24, 2009
Two members of the Almost Patsy Cline Band played to a packed house last Friday night. All in attendance enjoyed the music, the beauty of the interior of the space, the coffee, and all seemed to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere provided at the Dogleg. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Bulletin Board Jun 24, 2009
The lady entertainers will bring their repertoire of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee and Patsy Cline made popular favorites to feature a night of ageless golden oldie music. In the event of rain the concerts will be rescheduled for Wednesday or Thursday of the same week. (Braintree Forum, MA)
19 Recordings/RCA Records Team Up to Release 'American Idol Season 8' Compilation To Be Sold Exclusively at Walmart Jun 23, 2009
""Walkin' After Midnight," Megan JoyAsk her which of her Season 8 performances was her favorite and Megan Joy won't hesitate at all. She'll look you right in the eye and answer, "Walkin' After Midnight," the Patsy Cline hit from 1957 that Megan sang during "Grand Ole Opry" week."Always On My Mind," Anoop DesaiHe might favor R&B, but Anoop Desai won raves from the judges during "Grand Ole Opry" week when he performed "Always On My Mind," a classic song that has been recorded by many artists,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Concerts at Sunset Lake in Braintree start June 23 Jun 16, 2009
On June 30, SheCo will appear on the bandstand, featuring three women (among them Braintree s Patty Lee) performing Connie Francis, Patsy Cline, and Brenda Lee favorites. Braintree s Brian Kelley will bring his Part Time Lovers to the gazebo on July 7. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Kuskokwim homegirl Emma Hill launches a national tour Jun 16, 2009
Next week, Hill starts a national tour to promote her new CD, "Clumsy Seduction." She and her backup band, the Gentlemen Callers, will take off in a renovated church bus named "Patsy Cline.". In less than 40 days, they'll perform at more than 30 mostly small venues from Puget Sound to the Great Lakes to Boston and New York before returning to Oregon via Tennessee, the Southwest and San Francisco. (Anchorage Daily News)
* Their amp still goes up to 11 Jun 3, 2009
Elvis played here, as did Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan and Patsy Cline. Hank Williams was fired after turning up drunk one too many times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Oh, my ears! Auto-Tune is ruining music Jun 3, 2009
Country musicians like Patsy Cline and George Jones trudged through grueling tours in out-of-the-way rural locales yet still missed nary a note. R&B musicians like the Supremes and the Four Tops navigated their way through complex choreography but still belted out songs out like their lives depended on it. (MSNBC -- Music)
Local karaoke enthusiasts enjoy grabbing the mike and belting out a tune May 29, 2009
Instead, Patsy Cline or Lady Ga-Ga wannabes need to do no more than hop in their car and hit the local karaoke scene for their three minutes of near fame. Liz Curtis, 40, has been singing karaoke since she was 17. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
PCAA Hosting Concert Sunday May 28, 2009
Scheduled to perform on the following dates are: the Dixiland All Stars, on June 28; the Marshall Ford Swing Band, on July 26; the Almost Patsy Cline Band, on Aug. 23, and Czech and Then Some on Sept. 13. The September finale is scheduled later than in previous years in an effort to give audiences a warm-up preview of Oktoberfest -- PCAA s biggest fund raiser of the year scheduled in early October. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
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)
Jazz Plus is back May 22, 2009
Olive & Vine in Glen Ellen has the Cynthia Tarr band tonight, May 22, for a night of shuffles and sambas; a little "Torch and Twang" in the style of Patsy Cline and Dean Martin. Appearing with Tarr will be Cliff Hugo on bass, Rob Michael on drums and Joe Shotwell on guitar. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Hey, Chris Rock: Shut the [bleep] up May 21, 2009
Jessica Lange lip-synched as Patsy Cline in Sweet Dreams, and Jennifer Lopez lip-synched as Selena in Selena. They werent even nominated. (MSNBC -- Academy Awards)
Roy Clark, Barbara Mandrell Join Hall Of Fame May 18, 2009
She made her national TV debut on ABC with Red Foley's "Five Star Jubilee." Her first concert tour was with Johnny and June Carter Cash, Patsy Cline and Jones. She charted her first single in 1969, a remake of Otis Redding's "I've Been Loving You Too Long," and went on to have a long run of country hits including "Midnight Oil," ''Married But Not to Each Other," ''Sleeping Single in a Double Bed" and "I Was Country When Country Wasn't Cool.". (Click2Houston, TX)
Clark, Mandrell, McCoyjoin Hall of Fame May 18, 2009
She made her national TV debut on ABC with Red Foley's "Five Star Jubilee." Her first concert tour was with Johnny and June Carter Cash, Patsy Cline and Jones. Slideshow. (MSNBC -- Music)
Braintree Independence Day celebration solicits funds May 15, 2009
Live entertainment will include, from mid afternoon, Brenda Marie performing a tribute to Patsy Cline. At 5:30 p.m., Jay Siegel and The Tokens will perform, featuring their smash oldie hit, The Lion Sleeps Tonight, and many other songs. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Country Music: Too Much Freedom Loving? May 15, 2009
It all sounds bland and generic, nothing like the Man in Black, Johnny Cash, or Willie Nelson, or Patsy Cline. Now THAT was country music. (Townhall.com)
“Allie and Vallie” were played by Beth Davis, left, and Alyce Mancini seated. May 12, 2009
Closing the first half was Pam Campbell performing a Patsy Cline hit, She s Got You, with a twist. This act was very well done and really a comedy hit with the audience. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Let's go to 'The Hop' May 7, 2009
Musical selections include "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley and the Comets, "That'll Be the Day" by Buddy Holly, "At the Hop" by Danny and the Juniors, "Stupid Cupid" by Brenda Lee, "Crazy" by Patsy Cline, and many more. Dinner includes a first course of homemade chicken noodle soup, salad, and bread. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Showcase Orangeburg kicks off Rose Festival tonight Apr 30, 2009
Bringing to the stage the music of Frank Sinatra, Janis Joplin, Garth Brooks, Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire, Stevie Nicks, the Soggy Bottom Boys and others will be Haley Aull, Daryl Cate, Pamela Connor and Teresa Hibbits, Russ T. Fender, Hydrick Gass Jr., Eden Graves, Leah Jones, The Pinehill Ramblers, Chelsea Smith, and Dewall and Phyllis Waters. Jacqueline Skubal will direct this year's Showcase. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Things to do, April 24-30 Apr 28, 2009
A Portrait of Patsy Cline 6 p.m. Wednesday / Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre, 1226 N. Wishon Ave. / $25-$42 / (559) 266-9494 Joni Morris and her After Midnight band go back in time to capture the spirit and music of Patsy Cline. Morris is a Stockton native who has taken her Cline tribute show around the country. (Fresno Bee)
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)
SHOWCASE ORANGEBURG: Event offers community a glimpse at 'depth and diversity' of local talent Apr 19, 2009
Bringing to the stage the music of Frank Sinatra, Janis Joplin, Garth Brooks, Patsy Cline, Reba McEntire, Stevie Nicks, the Soggy Bottom Boys and others are the following talented performers ... While she doesn't know exactly what she'll sing just yet, Graves does know it'll be a Patsy Cline tune. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Susan Boyle and The Sound of Music make me happy Apr 18, 2009
I would love to hear her sing "Crazy" by Patsy Cline. Well done Susan Boyle- you made us all smile and cry at the same time. (Globe and Mail)
Don't miss: 'Always ... Patsy Cline' Apr 17, 2009
Patsy Cline':/c/a/2009/04/15/NS9V16VD3A.DTL Article:Don't miss: 'Always. Patsy Cline':/c/a/2009/04/15/NS9V16VD3A.DTL ... The San Jose Stage Company brings back its production of "Always ... Patsy Cline," which was first performed at the Stage in 1995. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
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)
CACC goes Crazy for spring show Apr 16, 2009
Published: Thursday, April 16, 2009 12:05 AM CDT Wednesday afternoon the Betty Carol Graham Technology Center rang out with tunes ranging from Patsy Cline s Crazy to music from Broadway s hit show Wicked and art showcased on wooden easels lined the walls, as organizers prepared for an art event to be held there. Central Alabama Community College is presenting their annual Spring Art Show and Concert for students and the surrounding community at the center tonight. (Alexander City Outlook, AL)
Nelson could teach Billy Bob Thornton more than a few things Apr 11, 2009
This was no reverie, as Patsy Cline and many others have presented it. It was now the song of a guy who has maybe been driven crazy too often and too long, and has tightened up from all the scarring. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Profile: Liam Tiernan Apr 6, 2009
We were doing mostly Hank Williams and Patsy Cline. On his long story: I started playing professionally in late 1969. (San Francisco Chronicle)
• Events calendar Apr 3, 2009
Features three diverse ballets: "Sweet Dreams" with country and western music of Patsy Cline and guitar concertos of Antonio Vivaldi; Stravinsky's "The Rite of Spring," one of the masterpieces of 20th century music; and Ravel's 1930's jazz-inspired "Piano Concerto in G Major." Showcases choreography by artistic director Peter Anastos and ballet master Alex Ossadnik. Tickets are 20 to 50, at 426-1494 or. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Wildflowers On Display Apr 2, 2009
The Almost Patsy Cline Band will play each Saturday of the month during the celebration -- April 4, April 11, April 18 and April 25 -- from 1:30-5:30 p.m.. In addition, the Raggedy Cats group will help with a pre-event performance this Saturday, playing from 1:30-5:30 p.m.. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
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)
Go-Go's Belinda Carlisle Voted Off ... Mar 18, 2009
Megan sang Patsy Cline s Walkin After Midnight. Randy was surprised and impressed. (Suite101.com)
More of this story Mar 17, 2009
Last week, while her fans cheered wildly, Armstrong sang Patsy Cline s Crazy. A former secretary who worked at The Westerly Hospital for more than 30 years, Armstrong has four children and 12 grandchildren, and has been singing most of her life. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Hank Locklin Mar 11, 2009
Locklin helped usher in the famous 1950s-60s Nashville Sound, which also featured the likes of fellow performers Jim Reeves, Patsy Cline and The Browns. His legacy grew overseas helping to spread country music popularity to Japan, Germany and especially to Ireland, where fans took to his clear, crisp tenor voice and claimed Locklin as an adopted son. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Jessica Simpson interview Mar 11, 2009
"I didn't say, 'I'm going to make a country record,' " says Simpson, who counts Martina McBride, Shania Twain, LeAnn Rimes, Patsy Cline and Dolly Parton among her favorite singers. She jokes that when she turned in songs for one of her pop albums to her record label, "they said I was too country. So I guess as a songwriter, it's more natural for me to write country music.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Sasha Frere-Jones: Neko Case is the horn section. Mar 9, 2009
Case and her band took elements pedal-steel guitar, loads of reverb on the voice of the so-called Nashville sound that Bradley helped create for singers like Patsy Cline. At first, Case s take on country was engaging, mostly because of her voice, which Case herself describes as breathing through a fire hose. (New Yorker)
March marks anniversary of Patsy Cline crash Mar 4, 2009
Long gone are the violent reminders of that fateful night in March of 1963 when the plane carrying Patsy Cline, Hawkshaw Hawkins, Cowboy Copas, and Randy Hughes crashed to the ground, killing all aboard. March 5 marks the 46th anniversary of the crash, yet the haunting sound of Patsy Cline singing I Fall to Pieces is still widely recognized as one of the most popular country music songs ever recorded ... It was this song that became Cline s first number one hit and made Patsy Cline a household... (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Lewisville Estates to note Texas Independence Day all week Mar 2, 2009
The event will include line dancing, a Patsy Cline impersonator concert and a chili cook-off ... Friday: 4 p.m.: Honkytonk happy hour, with a Patsy Cline impersonator contest and a best-dressed Texan contest. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Dreams come true Feb 28, 2009
IF YOU come across the cover for Neko Case's new album, Middle Cyclone, you may wonder if the peripatetic American singer-songwriter, with a voice halfway between a prairie wind and a young Patsy Cline, knows her audience better than we know ourselves. While the music itself explores further her blend of artful pop songwriting, a natural inclination to atmospheric country and sophisticated lyrical ideas, the cover finds the flame-haired singer crouched on top of a muscle car from the early 1970s... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
PHOTO GALLERY: Concert celebrates Jeff Spencer's life Feb 28, 2009
About 200 friends, family members, and fans, some wearing MRB T-shirts, came together in the Parish Hall to listen to the inimitable band play lively tunes ranging from Elvis Presley and Patsy Cline to Johnny Cash and Hank Williams and some originals. This was one of the largest coffeehouse crowds in its 25-year history. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Terrific weekend shows lined up in the Valley Feb 27, 2009
Laura Gibson: Part folk singer, part classic jazz vocalist, Laura Gibson's voice gets her compared to Fiona Apple and Patsy Cline. More indie cred points: NPR debuted her album, "Beasts of Seasons," which came out this week. (Fresno Bee)
LEE COUNTY NEIGHBORS:RECORD PLAYER Feb 19, 2009
Theyre surrounded by, among others, Buck Owens, Patsy Cline, Boots Randolph, Roy Rogers, Hank Williams, Black Oak Arkansas, the Commodores and KC and the Sunshine Band. And in one special place in Wheelers home, theres Elvis Presley. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
• Inspirational confidence, or just bad music? Feb 13, 2009
"Actually, McMoon was paid well to suffer along with her attempts. And, in the end, Jenkins performed one of the songs he wrote at Carnegie Hall - and not many composers can brag about their music being played at Carnegie Hall. At the same time, he looked out for Jenkins.Though she slaughtered the music she sang, Jenkins did it with such self-confidence that she transfixed her audiences. And as the news of her terrible singing spread, so did her celebrity, ultimately leading to a performance at... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
