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Peyton Manning Crashes Luke Bryan Concert — And Sings! [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Wed, 01 May 2013 05:29:33 +0000

This past Saturday, the annual Indianapolis Children’s Hospital gala event was supposed to be headlined by Luke Bryan. But, the reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year got interrupted by Peyton Manning, who stole the show. The duo sang “Folsom Prison Blues” by Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings’ ”Luckenbach Texas”. Folsom Prison Blues”Read more at: http://nesn.com/2013/04/peyton-manning-sings-johnny-cash-waylon-jennings-songs-with-country-star-luke-bryan-video/ [...]

Jewel Opens Up About Being a Working Mom, Playing June Carter Cash in 'Ring of Fire'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:00:47 +0000

After a period of relative inactivity, Jewel is getting back to work in a big way. She plays country legend June Carter Cash in the upcoming television movie 'Ring of Fire.' She's also been back on the road for the first time since the birth of her son, and while she was in Las Vegas for the ACMs this weekend, she talked to Taste of Country about balancing work and family.

3 Great Performances From The Muppets [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 18:57:15 +0000

Jim Henson is the name that most people associate with The Muppets. But as they say, "behind every successful man is a woman." That woman for Jim Henson was his wife, Jane Henson. Yesterday she passed away at 78 years old.

Happy Birthday, Johnny Cash — Here Are WYRK Listeners' Favorite Cash Songs!

Candace Pregitzer — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 12:31:07 +0000

Today is Johnny Cash’s birthday, and we asked our Facebook friends what their favorite Johnny Cash song was. Here is what they said!

Johnny Cash to Get His Own Stamp

Brett Alan — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:47:48 +0000

The United States Postal Service is about to memorialize a country icon with a stamp. According to Rolling Stone, “The Man in Black” singer, Johnny Cash is about to get his own stamp. It’s part of the “Music Icon” series of stamps that will include at least two more singers that will be revealed later [...]

Five Country Songs To Play At Your Halloween Party [VIDEOS]

Brett Alan — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 03:26:00 +0000

Halloween is right around the corner and if you are having a party, you are probably putting together a playlist for the night. The problem is that most of those playlists get taken over by “Monster Mash”, “Thriller” and the theme to “Ghostbusters”. But what about Halloween music for the country fans?? That’s why I [...]

Nick Lowe Plays Babeville [GALLERY]

John La Mond — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 14:00:52 +0000

When I worked in the record business in 1979 and 1980, one of the artists who was really coming into vogue was Nick Lowe. Nick was a pivotal figure in punk rock and new wave. He also has ties to country music royalty as he was married to Carlene Carter for eleven years and remained close to the Cash family even after the divorce

The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame [GALLERY]

John La Mond — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 14:00:44 +0000

It’s been about eleven years since my last trip to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. I need to get back there soon. If you’re a music fan, you should check it out for sure. My friend Tom Garwol went there recently and snapped these photos. They don’t allow cameras in [...]

Twins Jammin' Out To Johnny Cash [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:32:45 +0000

If you have ever tuned in on Saturday mornings when I am hosting our Wide Open Country, you probably know what I big fan I am of Johnny Cash. I usually play at least one of his songs on our Saturday show. There is something about the Man in Black that seems to appeal to [...]

The Voice: Jamie Lono Does "Folsom Prison Blues" [VIDEO]

Josh — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 09:52:13 +0000

Check out Chicago-native Jamie Lono and his version of Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues.” I’m still trying to figure out if I like it or not!

In My Life – Johnny Cash [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:00:10 +0000

Johnny Cash’s daughter Kathy posted this up on Facebook today and I wanted to pass it on to you. She said she is feeling a bit meloncholy today. Any one of us who has lost a parent knows that feeling all too well. I get days like that myself. Check out this beautiful tribute to [...]

The True Meaning Of Thanksgiving [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:00:47 +0000

What does Thanksgiving mean to you? I’ll bet if you asked 100 different people, you would get 100 different answers. Many times we might get caught up in the fancy turkey dinner, watching football and partying. This year when you sit down to enjoy your Thanksgiving feast, think about all the things you have to [...]

Million Dollar Quartet Is Coming To Buffalo [VIDEO]

John La Mond — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 14:00:55 +0000

I am not too fond of Broadway musicals, but once in a while, something comes along that grabs my interest. Million Dollar Quartet is coming to Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo in a few weeks. The story centers around a jam session that took place in 1956 with Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins

Johnny Cash Singing The 'Laverne And Shirley' Theme

Brett Alan — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 22:30:01 +0000

I’m a big Johnny Cash fan. There’s not much that I don’t like from him. Today I found a bit of audio from a commercial that he did that ran only once during the Super Bowl. It’s a version of ‘The Laverne Ane Shirley’ Theme. Doin’ it his way. No…really…that’s what it is. What more do [...]

Country Quickie: Blake is #1, Young's White Hot "Neon" & More….

Josh — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:08:12 +0000

It’s a career 1st for Blake Shelton.…his new album Red River Blue is #1 on Billboard’s all-genre Top 200 album charts. The CD sold over 115,000 copies since it’s release on July 12th. Taking a look at the Country Album Charts…..#1- Blake Shelton-Red River Blue, #2-Chris Young- Neon, #3-Jason Aldean- My Kinda Party, #4-Justin Moore- [...]

Country Quickie: Johnny Cash Day, Judds Hit Big & More….

Josh — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 10:56:26 +0000

Thursday, August 4th has officially been proclaimed as Johnny Cash Day in Arkansas. Arkansas State University will hold the 1st Johnny Cash Music Festival on that day as well. Some performers slated to appear…..Roseanne Cash, John Carter, George Jones, Kris Kristofferson and more! Kellie Pickler and Julianne Hough are among the celebrities featured on People [...]

Country Stars Who Act Too

Wendy Lynn — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 18:45:35 +0000

Over the years there have been a number of country stars who have dabbled in acting on the big and small screens. Here is a look at the stars and their second career. Carrie Underwood -made her movie debut over the weekend in the film ‘Soul Surfer’. She also appeared in an episode of ‘How I [...]

Country Music Timeline: The Day Buck Owens Died

Brett Alan — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 04:05:11 +0000

March 25 – Ok…I did it yesterday so here we go. We’re 9 months away from Christmas! That makes some people feel better. Others feel more stressed. Today in country music history, some huge country hits go to #1 on the charts, others are recorded, and a country legend passes away… 1963 – Johnny Cash [...]

Country Timeline: The Last Grand Ole Opry Broadcast At The Ryman

Brett Alan — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 05:05:15 +0000

March 9th — Johnny Cash finds an opening band by showing up late, Leann Rimes has the best selling song on country radio, and Chris LeDoux passes away all today on today’s Country Music Timeline… 1959 — Happy Birthday to Barbie. She’s 52 today. Funny…she doesn’t look a day over 16….still. (Wikipedia) 1964 – Johnny [...]

Country Music Timeline: Taylor Swift Gives Acting A Shot

Brett Alan — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 18:21:55 +0000

Taylor Swift gives acting a shot, Gretchen Wilson releases “Redneck Woman” and we realize she’s not acting at all, and Alabama is born as “Wild Country.” 1770 – The Boston Massacre takes place. As a Bills fan, it’s easy to mistake this with any game played against the New England Patriots. But this was the [...]