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Oklahoma's Country Stars Send Messages to Those Hit by Moore Tornado

Billy Dukes — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:36:11 +0000

Monday's (May 20) devastating tornado in Moore, Okla. touched the hearts of country music's biggest stars, and more than a few were left worrying about friends and family they knew in the area. The state is home to some of the biggest names in country music -- Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Toby Keith, Vince Gill and Blake Shelton are just a few who have roots there, with one superstar having grown up in Moore.

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.

Top 5 Viral Moments From the 2013 ACM Awards

Billy Dukes — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 08:30:36 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards produced some predictable and unpredictable moments on Sunday night. Luke Bryan won Entertainer of the Year, which few would have bet on in Las Vegas if gambling on awards shows was something people did. Miranda Lambert's wins were more expected, but equally deserving. 'Over You' is among the best songs of the last 15 years, and she and husband Blake Shelton are worthy of the honors.

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 [...]

Garth Brooks and George Strait to Perform Together, Pay Tribute to Dick Clark at 2013 ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:00:45 +0000

Superstars George Strait and Garth Brooks will pay tribute to iconic music business figure Dick Clark in a special performance at the 2013 Academy of Country Music Awards. Clark was best-known for hosting ‘American Bandstand’ and his yearly gig on ‘Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve,’ but his production company produced the ACM Awards from [...]

Remember When Garth Brooks Played for the New York Mets?

Billy Dukes — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:57:23 +0000

MajorÂ LeagueÂ 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. Brooks signed a contract with the Mets, and [...]

Happy Birthday to Garth Brooks! [PHOTOS]

Candace Pregitzer — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:17:50 +0000

Garth Brooks’ birthday is today, February 7! He was born in 1962, making him 51 years old. His real name is actually Troyal, and his middle name is Garth. Happy Birthday to Garth Brooks from WYRK!

Garth Brooks Going on Tour in 2014?

Megan Pacella — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 20:30:15 +0000

Country fans have long been ready to see legend Garth Brooks resurrect his mega-successful music career. And now it seems like our wait is over — hopefully. Las Vegas hotel developer Steve Wynn let it slip in an interview recently that Brooks has some big plans for 2014. According to the Las Vegas Review Journal, [...]

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

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 21:25:07 +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 and Trisha Yearwood Beat Beyonce and Jay-Z as Most Powerful Couple in Music

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 17:30:15 +0000

Husband and wife Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood have been named the Most Powerful Celebrity Couple in Music. They were christened as such by Billboard. So, exactly how did Brooks and Yearwood, who have been wed for just under seven years, take the crown and earn this accolade?

'American Idol"s Kelly Clarkson, Scotty McCreery Give Their Picks For New 'Idol' Judges

Wendy Lynn — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 16:04:37 +0000

Former American Idol winners Scotty McCreery and Kelly Clarkson have been vocal about their picks as new judges. Kelly likes Carrie Underwood for the job, and Scotty thinks Garth Brooks would be a good choice.

Garth Brooks Returns in Concert Tonight!

Clay Moden — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 10:09:08 +0000

This is one of the top things on my "bucket list": To have a chance to be at the Calgary Stampede and Rodeo. And it's really too bad I can't be there tonight because Garth Brooks is in concert!

Garth Brooks Is John La Mond's Feature Artist On Wide Open Country

John La Mond — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 10:00:50 +0000

No one in Country Music has sold more records than Garth Brooks. When he first broke through in 1989, we knew he was going to be big, but we weren't sure how big. This was the same year that two other future superstars made their debuts on the Country Music world: Alan Jackson and Clint Black

Brett's 10 Favorite Country Songs About Moms [VIDEOS]

Brett Alan — Fri, 11 May 2012 22:43:46 +0000

No genre of music tells a story like country music does. They’re without a doubt some of the most powerful songs on the radio. They’re even more powerful when they’re about moms. With Mother’s Day coming up this Sunday, I thought I’d share with you some of my favorite songs about moms. 10. Don’t Forget [...]

Trisha Yearwood Is Today's Feature Artist On Wide Open Country

John La Mond — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 10:00:39 +0000

Welcome to another edition of Wide Open Country. Today we are spotlighting one of the finest voices in country music: Trisha Yearwood. I have been a fan of Trisha’s ever since I heard her voice for the very first time. Back in 1995 when I did the afternoon-drive show on WYRK, I had Trisha Yearwood [...]

Garth Brooks Awarded $1 Million Today In Hospital Case

John La Mond — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:30:57 +0000

Garth Brooks was just awarded 1 million dollars in damages today in a lawsuit against a hospital in his hometown of Yukon, Oklahoma. Garth had brought a breach of contract lawsuit against Canadian Valley Regional Hospital in Yukon because he had donated $500,000 to the hospital with the agreement that they would build a women's center and name it after Garth's mom, Colleen Brooks who died of cancer in 1999

Garth Brooks Expected to Testify in Court Today

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 13:00:47 +0000

It’s expected that Garth Brooks will testify in court today in regards to a hospital donation he made, according to Tulsa World.

The Generous Garth Brooks

Josh — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:21:40 +0000

Not sure if this story was posted already, but it was a great one, so its here now. Garth Brooks made the holidays a lil more special for 2 clerks working at the Bath & Body Works in Tulsa’s Utica Square last week. He showed up in time to help them….unload the truck full of [...]

Garth Brooks Considers a Career in Politics

Billy Dukes — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:15:39 +0000

Garth Brooks is keeping his options open for when his youngest daughter graduates in 2014. While the singer has said he won’t hit the road or record new music until then, he could be considering a different sort of career during his later years.

I Hunt In Posted Places [Video]

Brett Alan — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:07:44 +0000

Ok…if you just read that title and got upset, don’t be angry at me. I don’t hunt at all. But I did get a kick out of this parody song of Garth Brooks’ “Friends In Low Places. Check this one out as you get ready for opening day tomorrow! [Photo courtesy of Flickr.com user [Bostontx [...]