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Remember When George Strait Went to Prison?

Billy Dukes — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:02:32 +0000

It was the wildest show behind bars, and George Strait was in the thick of it for one year in the early '80s. He wasn't the only one. Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Tom T. Hall … they all did time behind the walls of the Huntsville Unit of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

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 [...]

George Strait Performs 'Give It All We Got Tonight' an the 2013 ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:07:44 +0000

George Strait performed his current single 'Give It All We Got Tonight' at the 2013 ACM Awards show on Sunday (April 7). The superstar is planning to release a new album later this year, and is currently on his farewell tour. Despite some audio difficulties, the crowd at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas still gave the King a healthy round of applause.

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.

George Strait Sells Out San Antonio Show in Less Than Six Minutes

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 02:50:21 +0000

George Strait is going out with a bang. The singer, who is retiring from active touring after he wraps the Cowboy Rides Away Tour, sold out another show at a seriously rapid clip. The gig at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, scheduled for June 1, sold out in six minutes, moving 72,000 tickets. Demand for Strait remains sky high!

George Strait Honored With Career Achievement Award at 2013 Country Radio Hall of Fame Ceremony

Megan Pacella — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:14:39 +0000

As one of the reigning kings of country music, George Strait has scored 59 No. 1 hit singles during his illustrious his career. That's why it's not surprising that the Country Radio Hall of Fame honored Strait with a Career Achievement Award at Tuesday's (Feb. 28) ceremony.

George Strait Being Honored by Country Radio Hall of Fame

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 16:00:19 +0000

The legendary George Strait is set to be honored by the Country Radio Hall of Fame at a ceremony on Feb. 26, where he will receive the Country Radio Broadcasters' 2013 Career Achievement Award. The music icon, who has scored an astonishing 59 No. 1 hit singles in his career, is being recognized for his indelible contributions to country radio over the last several decades.

Win A Flyaway To See George Strait In San Antonio – Great Strait Performaces [VIDEO]

Eric Cornish — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:30:02 +0000

George Strait is leaving the road after 2013, and you can see one of his last shows (possibly ever). We’re sending a lucky winner to George’s hometown of San Antonio for the Cowboy Rides Away Tour, plus some other cool perks. One lucky winner and their guest will travel to San Antonio to see George [...]

Cute Kids Singing Country Songs – George Strait, 'Amarillo by Morning'

Billy Dukes — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 21:00:13 +0000

This dapper young fella is all dressed up to sing a classic from the King. We love the seafoam button-down and necktie. Sure, it's probably a clip-on, but have you ever tried to knot a double windsor? His stiff white hat is a throwback to the time George Strait first made 'Amarillo by Morning' a country hit in 1983.

George Strait Launches Another Charity Auction in Honor of Late Daughter

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 08:00:51 +0000

Country superstar George Strait may be launching his final tour, but that doesn't mean he's finished helping out the charitable causes that are nearest and dearest to his heart. After an overwhelming outpouring of support for a recent online charity auction, the good-hearted singer has launched a second online auction which kicked off Friday (Nov. 23), with the proceeds going to benefit the Jenifer Strait Foundation.

George Strait Working on Songs for New Album

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:00:19 +0000

George Strait may be retiring from the road, but that doesn't mean he's giving up his career in music. In a new interview, the 60-year-old entertainer reveals that he is already working on music for a new album.

George Strait Invests in Texas Golf Course

Megan Pacella — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:30:31 +0000

In January, George Strait will head out on the road for his last tour ever (or so he says). But the King of Country won't have to worry about his pocketbook once he takes himself off the touring circuit. He just invested in a San Antonio, Texas golf course to guarantee it.

Zombies Take Over Country Music!

Billy Dukes — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 17:19:42 +0000

Oh no! In what seems to be a Halloween takeover, zombies have suspended on Nashville. Officials are warning area residents — and country music fans in general — to stay away from any artist suspected to have a taste for flesh. An unidentified (really, unidentifiable) source tells Taste of Country that hundreds of ghastly creatures [...]

Six George Strait Cowboy Rides Away Tour Dates Sell Out Within Hours

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 16:00:05 +0000

George Strait‘s Cowboy Rides Away Tour was bound to be a hot ticket, since the country legend announced that he will be retiring from active touring after this trek. It’s the fans last chance to see Strait perform live with a full production, since he is closing the book on touring, but not retiring overall. [...]

George Strait 2013 Final Tour Tickets on Sale This Week

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:00:45 +0000

Fans who are still at a loss for words about George Strait announcing his final tour have a bit of good news to cheer them up this week. Tickets for the 2013 portion of the Cowboy Rides Away Tour will go on sale Friday (Oct. 12).

George Strait Announces He Will No Longer Tour After 2014

Jon Prell — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 18:22:05 +0000

During a very rare press conference at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, George Strait announced he will stop touring at the end of 2014. The final tour will be called 'The Cowboy Rides Away', which ironically was a song that did not go to number 1 - it peaked at number 5 on the charts in 1985.

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 [...]

WKDQ Top Ten Requests For First Half Of 2012

Eric Cornish — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 20:46:42 +0000

Every weekday at 5pm, WKDQ presents Dashboard DJ, with your chance to hear your favorite songs played back. Here are the top ten most requested songs for January through June of 2012. Facebook 1 Jason Aldean "Fly Over States" Facebook 2 Toby Keith "Red Solo Cup" Ethan Miller / [...]

Top Five Dashboard DJ Requests For May 2012

Eric Cornish — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 22:03:36 +0000

Every weekday at 5pm, WKDQ presents Dashboard DJ, with your chance to hear your favorite songs played back. Here are the top five most requested songs for the month of May 2012. Jason Merritt / Getty Images 1 Kip Moore "Somethin' Bout A Truck" Rick Diamond / Getty Images 2 George Strait [...]