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Country Classic Spotlight: Merle Haggard and His Impressions of Marty Robbins, Hank Snow, Buck Owens and Johnny Cash

Jon Prell — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 13:00:43 +0000

It is Saturday morning and we are right in the middle of our country classic show live at Grandy's in Henderson. This week, I thought it would be fun to put the spotlight on Merle Haggard. In addition to being a great singer, songwriter and guitarist, Haggard is one heck of a fine impersonator and was every bit as good as people like Frank Caliendo.

Johnny Cash Gets His Own Postal Stamp

Megan Pacella — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:02:16 +0000

Johnny Cash is going postal! The United States Postal Service has announced that the Man in Black will be a part of this year’s Music Icons stamp series. The Johnny Cash signature stamp was designed to represent a 45 record sleeve. Just like his nickname, the stamp features a head shot of the Man in [...]

Johnny Cash Live Albums, Rarities Part of New 'The Complete Columbia Album Collection' Box Set

Billy Dukes — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:00:46 +0000

During his nearly 50 years in country music, Johnny Cash proved to be one of the most prolific recording artists of his time. He brought equipment everywhere -- often to prisons -- to capture unique sounds and tensions on tape. Those rarities and long since forgotten live albums are just part of what's included in the new 'The Complete Columbia Album Collection' box set.

'Ring Of Fire' Playing At Mt. Vernon High School This Weekend

Eric Cornish — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:53:03 +0000

If you love the music of country legend, Johnny Cash, you have to be in Mt. Vernon this weekend to hear some of his greatest hits. Mt. Vernon High School is performing ‘Ring Of Fire’ tonight and tomorrow at 7:30. This show tells the life story of Johnny Cash through his music. No one actually [...]

Babies Rock Out To Johnny Cash [VIDEO]

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 17:59:00 +0000

Johnny Cash, was not exactly someone you would think of for a lullaby to soothe your babies. That is until the parents of 9-month-old twins Reece and Levi decided to use the music of the ‘Man In Black.’ Observe and learn from these incredible parenting skills!!!! Watch the Twin Babies Rock Out to Johnny Cash

On This Day, Johnny Cash Performed At Folsom State Prison

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:10:07 +0000

Here’s a look at a few events that took place on this day in history: 1968 – Johnny Cash performs live at Folsom State Prison (More info) 1910 – The first public radio broadcast takes place (More info) 1957 – The world’s first Frisbee was developed. (More info) 1999 – Michael Jordan announces his second retirement from [...]

Baby Boy Bootleg: Johnny Cash [Rare Video]

Baby Boy — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:03:01 +0000

It's amazing what you can find with a little Youtube digging. Check out this rare concert footage I found of the man in black.

Web Exclusive – Eric Interviews Heidi Newfield [AUDIO]

Eric Cornish — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:25:53 +0000

Yesterday, I got a chance to talk to Heidi Newfield, who is headed back with brand new music after the New Year. Listen as she talks about the new album and single, her Christmas story that inspired the song "Johnny and June," and the trials and tribulations she has experienced in the music business fromher run with Trick Pony to the present

Keith Urban And Russell Crowe Perform [VIDEO]

Leslie Morgan — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:52:06 +0000

Keith Urban brought Russell Crowe up on stage at his concert in Vancouver. The two covered Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues.” Pretty AWESOME!!!

Johnny Cash Last Surviving Original Band Member Dies At 83

Jon Prell — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:05:20 +0000

Marshall Grant, the last original member of Johnny Cash's band has died at the age of 83. Grant died last weekend after suffering a brain aneurysm and is pictured above on the right.

Cash's band was known as the 'Tennessee Two" and Grant was a very important part of what would become Cash's signature sound on the bass and also served as the road manager from 1954-1980

Patriotic Songs You May Have Forgotten

Leslie Morgan — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:17:49 +0000

Country Music has always been able to weave a patriotic tapestry of emotion. Feelings of love, anger, sadness and bravery form the lyrics to some of the best county songs ever written. These songs will continue to remain in our hearts and minds as long as our brothers, sons and fathers are fighting for freedom. I [...]

Country Music's Most Loving Couples

Leslie Morgan — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 18:46:46 +0000

It's just a little over a week until Valentines Day. So, in the spirit of love, I found a list of country music's super couples! Go to theboot.com to feel the country love! :-)

http://www.theboot.com/2010/06/17/best-love-stories-country-music/