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Movie About George Jones' Life in the Works

Billy Dukes — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:00:35 +0000

The life story of one of country music's most celebrated singers is going to be told in a feature film. George Jones and his wife Nancy were working with a screenwriter in the years leading up to the legend's death. The biopic has the singer's blessing, and now has a production company to produce it.

Naomi Judd Takes CMT to Task for 'By the Way' Mention of George Jones During Awards Show

Billy Dukes — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:00:14 +0000

Naomi Judd feels CMT did George Jones a disservice by limiting their tribute to the Possum during the 2013 CMT Music Awards. In addition to the short time allotted for the dedication, the legend was critical of the group the network chose to perform Jones' music.

George Jones to Be Honored Through Future Monument, His Wife Announces

Christina Vinson — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 01:00:54 +0000

The late George Jones was a legend in country music, and his impact on the genre will live on in more ways than one. Soon, a monument will be constructed for Jones at Woodlawn Cemetery, where he is buried. In anticipation of devoted fans who will be paying their respects at his graveside — especially those who [...]

How George Jones Wanted to Be Remembered

Billy Dukes — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:55:25 +0000

George Jones was aware of his legacy at least as far back as 2005. That's when he conducted an interview with Taste of Country sister station WGNA in Albany, N.Y. and talked about how he'd like to be remembered. The Possum considered the good and bad of how he'd lived and summed it up for his audience.

Academy of Country Music Honors George Jones With Heartfelt Tribute Video

Megan Pacella — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:00:36 +0000

In honor of George Jones‘ illustrious country music career, the Academy of Country Music put together a short reel of the Possum’s best moments at the ACM Awards. The clip honors Jones’ ACM wins and most memorable performances from the 1970s and 1980s. Perhaps the most touching moment of the two-minute collection comes when Jones [...]

Front Row Winners Share Special Story After Willie's Concert [VIDEO]

Baby Boy — Wed, 08 May 2013 17:05:54 +0000

Today's Best Country loves giving away tickets (and boy do we give away a lot of them!) Most of the time we just give the tickets away over the air or online, the winner picks them up at our headquarters downtown, and they go to the show and have a good time. I mean, that's what I assume.

Keith Richards on George Jones: 'He Was Pure American Music'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 07 May 2013 17:00:32 +0000

Of all of the accolades and remembrances that have poured in about George Jones since the singer's passing on (April 26), none is more unexpected -- or genuinely touching -- than that of Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards.

George Jones' Album Sales Skyrocket After His Death

Christina Vinson — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:43 +0000

The iconic George Jones was laid to rest in Nashville Thursday (May 2), but he will not be forgotten. In the week following his death, Jones’ album sales have increased a whopping 1000 %, which is a sweet tribute to the singer’s phenomenal influence on country music. According to Billboard, the ‘White Lightning’ hitmaker is selling albums like crazy, [...]

Family, Friends and Fans Come Together for George Jones' Funeral – Pictures

Billy Dukes — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:00:27 +0000

George Jones was laid to rest on Thursday (May 2). After a nearly three-hour-long celebration of his life at the Grand Ole Opry, the country legend was buried during a service at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashville. It was an emotional day, but not one without a few smiles -- and even bursts of laughter -- as friends, family and fans shared memories of the Possum.

Vince Gill And Patty Loveless Perform An Emotional 'Go Rest High On That Mountain' At Funeral For George Jones

Eric Cornish — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:13:19 +0000

George Jones was laid to rest today, after a huge outpouring of support from friends, family, and fans in Nashville at the Grand Ole Opry House. I found myself glued to the TV watching the huge number of friends that spoke and sang about Jones. One performance really captured the admiration of the country legend.

Westboro Baptist Church to Picket George Jones' Funeral

Christina Vinson — Thu, 02 May 2013 09:00:24 +0000

Westboro Baptist Church has announced that they will picket the funeral of country great George Jones, which is to be held Thursday (May 2) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. The organization — which many rightfully refer to as a hate group — calls Jones a “drunkard,” saying he “used his talent to [...]

Toby Keith Pays Tribute to George Jones at Stagecoach

Christina Vinson — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:00:02 +0000

Toby Keith gave a fantastic performance at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival the same day that his old friend George Jones sadly passed away at the age of 81. Halfway through his set, the singer paid tribute to the iconic entertainer in a heartfelt way.

George Jones' Cause of Death Revealed

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:00:21 +0000

The legendary George Jones passed away last Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, leaving behind a towering musical legacy of more than five decades. Now, the iconic entertainer’s cause of death has been revealed. Medical Daily reports that Jones died of hypoxic respiratory failure, a condition that occurs when there is too little [...]

George Jones' Funeral Service Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:32:36 +0000

The details for George Jones' funeral service have been announced. The iconic country singer will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 2 in Nashville. In an honor fit for such a legendary talent, Jones' funeral will take place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. To accommodate the enormous outpouring of fan support, the service will be open to the public.

Brad Paisley on George Jones: 'The Greatest Voice Country Music Will Ever Know'

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 03:26:36 +0000

Brad Paisley offered one of the most touching and heartfelt tributes to the late George Jones, who passed away on Friday, April 26 at the age of 81. Paisley issued his "in memoriam" style statement via Twitter, calling the singer "the greatest voice country music will ever know" and "one of the greatest friends you could ever have."

Eric's Lost Hit – George Jones 'High Tech Redneck'

Eric Cornish — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:00:19 +0000

It's been a while since I've introduced a lost hit, but now more than ever it felt like the right time. While George Jones had the bulk of his success before the mid 80's, the early 90's brought about somewhat of a resurgance, with songs like 'I Don't Need Your Rockin' Chair' and this one, where George plays off the huge success of Terminator 2 with 'High Tech Redneck!'

Remembering George Jones: Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes Video

Jon Prell — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:00:35 +0000

It is Saturday morning and we are in the middle of the WKDQ Country Classic Show. It's always tough to do this show after we have lost one of the greats that made country music what it is today. As you are well aware, George Jones died yesterday at the age of 81. His farewell tour was just here in Evansville on March 23rd. Who knew it would be farewell for good when he left town.

Remembering George Jones: Alan Jackson Sings 'Choices' at the CMA Awards in 1999 in Rebellion

Jon Prell — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 01:00:00 +0000

My emotions are running so high as I write this post since learning of George Jones' death. There will be much written and said about the greatest country singer of all time in the days and weeks ahead. I could write a book about how I feel right now and more important, what George Jones meant to country music and his everlasting impact on the genre. Instead, this post will be dedicated to a moment that brought Jones to tears in his living room in 1999.

George Jones Photo Album – Stars Share Their Favorite Pictures With the Possum

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:09:50 +0000

Meeting George Jones was a career highlight for almost every country singer. Even legends like Randy Travis and Reba McEntire treasure the photos they have with the singer. Today, stars have been sharing their favorite moments with Jones, who died at the age of 81 years old this morning.

Keith Urban Sings Musical Tribute to George Jones

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:00:14 +0000

Keith Urban offered his musical tribute to George Jones, who passed away today (April 26) at the age of 81. While seated at and playing a white piano, Urban sang a few bars of Jones' 'He Stopped Loving Her Today,' which is largely regarded as one of the most important country songs ever.