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Janelle Arthur Sings Garth Brooks' 'The Dance' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:36:17 +0000

Up-and-coming country singer Janelle Arthur sang the Garth Brooks classic 'The Dance' on 'American Idol' on Wednesday night (April 10), earning a somewhat mixed response from the judges despite a strong performance.

Garth Brooks and George Strait Perform Together at the ACM Awards for the First Time – George Strait is an Artist for the Ages

Jon Prell — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 01:00:25 +0000

Everyone knows by now that George Strait and Garth Brooks performed together last night at the ACMs for the first time. That was for me, the highlight of the evening, but the meaning goes so much deeper than just two of the biggest stars in the history of country music together on one stage. The reason that moment last night was so significant was simple...George Strait.

Garth Brooks and George Strait Perform Together During 2013 ACM Awards Highlight

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:20:04 +0000

Mega superstars Garth Brooks and George Strait gave a once-in-a-lifetime performance at the 2013 ACMs on Sunday night (April 7), singing together for the first time ever in tribute to Dick Clark. Reba McEntire introduced the pair, recalling Clark as someone who helped shape her career over the years. “He would slap me if he [...]

Further Proof That Garth Brooks Is Making A Comeback – A Performance With George Strait At ACM Awards

Eric Cornish — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 22:26:39 +0000

I made mention in my 2013 Country Music Predictions to be looking for signs of a Garth Brooks return to country music and touring. Another sure sign has popped up, as not only will he be playing at George Jones farewell show in Nashville, but he's also teaming up with George Strait to pay tribute to Dick Clark in a special performance at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards.

Garth Brooks, Kid Rock + More Added to George Jones' Final Concert in Nashville

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 08:00:33 +0000

Legendary country singer George Jones will perform the final concert date of his career at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013. The iconic country favorite will be joined by an all-star cast for his big send-off, and now Garth Brooks, Kid Rock, Shelby Lynne, the Oak Ridge Boys and Sam Moore have been announced for the historic event.

Remember When Garth Brooks Played for the New York Mets?

Billy Dukes — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 12:57:23 +0000

Major League Baseball spring training begins this week, and in the year 2000, that meant country superstar Garth Brooks reported for duty to the New York Mets clubhouse. It was the second of three stints the singer had in the bigs, and he left with an unimpressive batting average.

The Dance Songwriter Tony Arata Plays His Hits At St. Jude Seminar [VIDEO]

Eric Cornish — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:00:05 +0000

Every year, at the end of the St. Jude Country Cares Seminar, attendees are treated to the Songwriters' Dinner. It is a showcase of some of the best songwriting talent in Nashville and other genres, hosted by Alabama frontman and Country Cares founder, Randy Owen. This year was especially exciting for me, as the panel included the writer of my favorite song of all time.

What Happens In Country Music In 2013 – Eric's Predictions

Eric Cornish — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 01:00:28 +0000

2012 was quite a year for country music. A lot of things are certainly changing. Some like it and some don’t but change is inevitable. So what can we expect in 2013? I have some ideas. More New Outlaws Will Appear Look at the success of guys like Eric Church and Brantley Gilbert. They had [...]

Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood Travel to Haiti for Habitat for Humanity

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 16:30:41 +0000

Country couple Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood are talented, successful, rich and beloved by the country community and the fans. And if we're talking about Trisha only, we can use the term a "good cook," too. They seem to do and have it all. But the twosome never forgets the less fortunate, as they traveled to Haiti to aid Habitat for Humanity missions.

Garth Brooks (Finally) Ready to Resurrect His Country Music Career

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 23:30:07 +0000

Garth Brooks is one of the all-time bestselling performers in music history, and his career success virtually single-handedly revived the country music genre before he retired in 2001. After a decade of only sporadic activity, the superstar entertainer has revealed that he is mulling a return to the spotlight.

Garth Brooks Prepares to Draw the Curtain on Three-Year Las Vegas Residency

Alanna Conaway — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 05:30:28 +0000

Garth Brooks will take his final bow on the Wynn Las Vegas Encore Theater stage in November. The iconic singer has spent the past three years performing his one-man show there, and has been packing the showroom every night. Brooks’ final performance will take place on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012, and will leave him him with [...]

20 Years Of Number Ones Weekend – Who Had The Longest Gap Between Number Ones

Eric Cornish — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 17:00:55 +0000

I hope you are enjoying the great number ones on this 20 Years of Number Ones Labor Day Weekend. You already know who had the most number ones from 1992-2012, but who had the biggest gap between number ones?

It's A 20 Years Of Number Ones Weekend – Who Had The Most Number Ones

Eric Cornish — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 18:56:46 +0000

WKDQ is celebrating our 20 years of playing country music the best way we know how this weekend. We’re playing every number one from 1992 to now. All weekend, starting at 10am on Saturday we’ll go from the first number one of 1992, which is Love, Me by Collin Raye, and we’ll continue to play [...]

Garth Brooks Is Going Into The Country Music Hall Of Fame

Jon Prell — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 18:37:02 +0000

There are very few performers who can be known simply by their first name alone….Merle, Patsy, Conway, Elvis, Hank and Garth. Garth Brooks was just notified that he will be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame later this year in the category of ‘Modern Era Artist’ and it’s about time. Garth’s record setting achievements are well [...]

Grammy Winner, Adele Covers Number One From Garth Brooks

Eric Cornish — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 01:00:37 +0000

I played “To Make You Feel My Love” by Garth Brooks earlier today. That was a number one hit back in 1998. Ten years later, a rising star from the UK would cut the song as well, before making it huge! In case you didn’t know here before last night’s Grammy’s or maybe you still [...]

Garth Brooks Turns 50 – Eric's Top 50 Garth Songs

Eric Cornish — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:04:00 +0000

There is no doubt in my mind, the reason that I’m in the business I am is Garth Brooks. On the first Friday in May 1992, I bought the “Ropin’ The Wind” album and my life would never be the same. Until then, I listened to the average pop music of the day. If you guessed [...]

Garth Brooks Gets $1 Million In Hospital Lawsuit

Eric Cornish — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 20:33:09 +0000

I told you last week about Garth Brooks and his battle against a hospital in Oklahoma. As a result, Brooks left court with a $1 million judgment in his favor. Brooks said it was a matter of principle that he was suing Integris Canadian Valley Regional Hospital. He had made a $500,000 donation to [...]

Garth Brooks Suing Hospital Over 500K Donation

Eric Cornish — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:37:14 +0000

Garth Brooks appeared Tuesday in an Oklahoma courtroom to defend what he calls a broken promise. Brooks made a half-million dollar donation to the Integris Canadian Valley Regional Hospital in his hometown of Yukon, Oklahoma. He says they have not followed through with the promise to name a wing of the hospital after his late mother.

No Shave November Update – Who Do I Look Like Today?

Eric Cornish — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 21:14:16 +0000

My quest to become grizzly to support St. Jude is nearly at its end. I am participating in No Shave November to raise awareness and funds for St. Jude while my face continues to remind people of other celebrities. Jon seems to think I look like Mr. Edwards from “Little House On The Prairie” Leslie [...]

'Friends In Low Places' Turns 21

Eric Cornish — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 22:18:35 +0000

The ultimate drinking song is now old enough to drink. On this date in 1990 “Friends in Low Places” reached number one. Since then, plenty of country fans and others have partied to this one, so for old times sake…enjoy. Garth Brooks Central Park-Friends In Low Places by bigjmac0815