Very few people can say they are in both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as well as the Country Music Hall of Fame. It should come as no surprise that The Everly Brothers are one of these rarities. Performing on live television back in 1969, The Everly Brothers put a unique spin to the Merle […] More
In one of the most polarizing political administrations in United States history, many country singers are faced with a tricky decision when it comes to letting their political views be known. Apart from a select few tweeting positively about the Women’s March or Lee Greenwood and Toby Keith‘s performances at the inauguration of President Donald Trump, Nashville’s elite […] More
Just announced, this massive concert is going to be one of the biggest events in country music history and will mark the anniversary of beloved country legend, Merle Haggard‘s birthday and also the anniversary of his death. On April 6th, 2016 the world of country music fell silent as the news of a legend’s passing […] More
In a heart-wrenching statement, the youngest son of country legend Merle Haggard opened up about the loss that not only he is experiencing, but many of his close friends and colleagues. Following in his father’s footsteps, Ben Haggard has decided on a life filled with music and often channels his father’s spirit when he performs […] More
When Merle Haggard passed away in April 2016, he left a huge legacy behind. That legacy lives on in the voices of his talented sons, Marty, Noel, and Ben, who are all singers as well. All three have performed in their father’s honor at various concerts and events, and have earned a great deal of respect […] More
After canceling a few shows due to illness, Willie Nelson is feeling better and is ready to get back to performing. Nelson described his illness as a bout with “the crud” during an interview with ABC 12 News out of San Antonio. In addition to his busy tour schedule, Nelson is readying for the release of […] More
The 30 artists who banded together to pay tribute to country music icon Randy Travis at the tribute concert in his honor taking place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on Feb.9, 2017 joined him onstage in one of the most lively performances you’ve seen from him since 2013. https://www.facebook.com/randytravis/photos/a.193398907384/10154122795902385/?type=3&theater Garth Brooks, Kane Brown, Chris Young, […] More
Merle first put his fiddle skills on full display on a tribute album to Bob Wills, which he released in 1970…
When Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson first met in the 1960s, they became fast friends. In the decades that passed, the two talented friends would tour together, record together, and share stories about life. Nelson always held Haggard in high regard, telling Rolling Stone, “He was a great one to follow. He was able to talk about […] More
“He was such an influence on all of us…what a great artist that he was,” George said, before moving into “Mama Tried…”
The Legacy Merle Left Behind When people think of Merle Haggard, they often think of his mega-hits such as “Mama Tried” and “If We Make it Through December.” But after 53 years of performing, Merle built up an impressive catalog that extends far beyond his chart-topping hits. It says a lot about Merle’s talent when […] More
When Merle Haggard passed away on April 6, 2016, country music artists mourned his death through powerful tribute performances. Due to the impact that Haggard had on the genre, artists both young and old honored him by covering some of his greatest songs. Country’s Family Reunion went above and beyond to honor Haggard and his […] More
