Tag: Country Throwback
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Country Throwback: Watch George Strait Bid Farewell with ‘The Cowboy Rides Away’ Performance in 2002
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George Strait doesn’t have the nickname “King of Country” for nothing. He has had an absolutely incredibly successful music career. During his career, he has won numerous awards and recognitions. Back in the 1980s, Strait got his big break, and it jump-started his career, turning him into an immensely popular…
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Country Throwback: Blake Shelton Dedicates New Rendition of ‘Honey Bee’ to Betty White in 2013
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Everyone loves Betty White, Blake Shelton included. The country singer once got on stage to profess his love for the Queen of Comedy. White may be America’s Golden Girl. But she’s also Shelton’s Honey Bee if his 2013 rendition is anything to go by. The country singer was among a…
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Country Throwback: Watch Tanya Tucker Sing ‘Texas (When I Die)’ at Farm Aid 1985
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Tanya Tucker is known for her hit songs, interesting life, and surviving the country music world. “Texas (When I Die)” is one of her hits.
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Country Throwback: Toby Keith Belts Kenny Rogers Song at Mexican Restaurant in 2016
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Imagine walking into your favorite Mexican Restaurant for Thursday night karaoke. You are with your best friends, and you’ve got your songs all planned out, and you’re ready to crush a couple of songs. But, all of the sudden, Toby Keith steps up to the microphone. An international country superstar…
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Country Throwback: Loretta Lynn Reveals Her Baking Tips in Classic ’80s Commercial
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Loretta Lynn is known for many things. There’s her legendary country music career, her memorable songs, and her interesting life story. She is also a pretty good cook. So good, in fact, that she was a spokeswoman for Crisco several decades. According to an article from ClassicCountryMusic.com, Lynn officially joined…
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Country Throwback: Carrie Underwood Belts ‘I Will Always Love You’ During Acoustic 2016 Performance
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If you’ve ever had any doubts about whether Carrie Underwood is one of the best country singers of our time, buckle up. During a 2006 radio show, Underwood proved herself as a force to be reckoned with when she performed a flawless rendition of a quintessential ballad. Known as one…
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Country Throwback: Kris Kristofferson Joined by Sheryl Crow for ‘Me and Bobby McGee’ in 2014
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When you combine the amazing talents of Kris Kristofferson and Sheryl Crow, you know it’ll be a good time. But wait. It gets better as Kristofferson and Crow’s voices combine. They perform the famous song “Me and Bobby McGee” at the Austin City Limits 40th Anniversary concert in 2014. “It…
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Country Throwback: Brooks & Dunn Perform ‘She Used to Be Mine’ at 1993 CMA Awards
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When Brooks & Dunn took the stage at the 1993 CMA Awards, they were at the beginning of a streak of awards. The group was also riding the wave of their fifth number-one single. They took home the CMA for Best Vocal Duo the previous year. The duo would go…
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WATCH: Darius Rucker, Sara Evans Team Up for ‘Jackson’ in 2015 Special
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Sara Evans and Darius Rucker found a sweet way to perform a country classic in “Jackson” at the ACM 50th Anniversary show back in 2015.
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Country Throwback: Watch an Emotional Tammy Wynette Win the 1991 Living Legend Award
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Country singer-songwriter Tammy Wynette definitely went through her struggles in life. In 1991, she received an award honoring her status.
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Country Throwback: Watch Merle Haggard Open Up About His Life and Work
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Country music remains touched by the words and music of singer-songwriter Merle Haggard. His songs influence performers and fans alike.
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Country Throwback: John Prine Joins Kacey Musgraves on Stage To Sing ‘Burn One With John Prine’
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People are still mourning the loss of singer-songwriter John Prine. There are sweet memories, though, and Kacey Musgraves is in one of them.
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Country Throwback: Tim McGraw Honors Glen Campbell Singing ‘I’m Not Gonna Miss You’ at 2015 Oscars
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At the 2015 Academy Awards, Tim McGraw paid a heartfelt tribute to the one and only, Glen Campbell. Country Music’s ‘Rhinestone Cowboy:’ Glen Campbell Country music fans will forever remember Glen Campbell as a true gem in the country music world. With iconic hits such as “Wichita Lineman” and “Rhinestone…
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Country Throwback: Watch Hank Williams Jr. Perform ‘I Think I’ll Just Stay Here Drink’ at Tribute Show
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Country superstar, Hank Williams Jr. honors Merle Haggard with his cover of “I Think I’ll Just Stay Here And Drink.” As a tribute to Haggard, a year after his death, country stars gathered to perform songs in his honor. The concert was called Sing Me Back Home: The Music Of…
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Country Throwback: Watch Waylon Jennings Detail Moments Leading up to 1959 Buddy Holly Plane Crash
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After tragically giving up his seat on the plane to Buddy Holly, Waylon Jennings would always be haunted by the last words he said before the fateful accident. Holly hired Jennings as a bassist for his new band after Holly decided to disband from The Crickets. In 1959, Jennings and…
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Country Throwback: Miranda Lambert Belts ‘Crazy’ Unplugged in 2017
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“Crazy” might be a Patsy Cline original, but Miranda Lambert sings this song like it’s her own. She usually chooses to sing the song acoustically and that’s what she did in 2017 at one of her shows. Miranda Lambert was in Manchester on her tour and it was time to…
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WATCH: John Denver Sings ‘Thank God I’m a Country Boy,’ Accompanied by Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell
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Today we are bringing you a true gem from more than 35 years ago: the late singer-songwriter John Denver singing the iconic song, “Thank God I’m a Country Boy.” “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” isn’t just an iconic song, but a March 22, 1977, ABC television special. With John…
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Country Throwback: Randy Travis Sings ‘Diggin’ Up Bones’ at Grand Ole Opry in 1992
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Relive 1992’s country scene with Randy Travis’ iconic tone & fringe as he performs “Diggin’ Up Bones” at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry. Not every country star can pull off a classic fringe jacket, but Randy Travis did with the best of ’em. The country star is a living legend, though…
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Country Throwback: Dolly Parton and Patti LaBelle Turn Their Acrylics into Instruments in 1987
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Anyone with fake or long nails knows they are a handy tool for many situations. Dolly Parton and Patti LaBelle agree as they use their long acrylics as instruments. Once you get fake nails you are tapping on everything, whether you realize it or not. While it can be annoying…
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Country Throwback: Carrie Underwood Rocks 2019 CMA Fest with Joan Jett
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Country superstar Carrie Underwood teams up with rock icon, Joan Jett to perform during the 2019 CMAs Fest. Country and rock n’ roll have been a musical match made in heaven that performers have been playing with for years. And Underwood is no exception. It’s no secret that Underwood loves…
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Country Throwback: Watch Moment Charlie Daniels Found Out About Hall of Fame Induction
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Charlie Daniels was brought to tears after learning he’s inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. It was a moment full of emotion then, and honestly, the video still brings back those same emotions today. A person truly is a gift to the world when they can enjoy decades…
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Country Throwback: Watch Eric Church Sing ‘Carolina’ for First Time in 2008
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Eric Church was doing a lot in 2008. He was releasing singles, working on his second album, and sporting his long flowing hair. Eric Church Debuts ‘Carolina’ In 2008, Church went on KISS 99.9 in Asheville, North Carolina. Here he performed “Carolina” for the first time. This would also be…
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Country Throwback: Reba McEntire, Vince Gill Reunite for ‘The Heart Won’t Lie’ Opry Performance
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The 90s were a great time for country music. During that decade, stars like Reba McEntire and Vince Gill were on the rise. In fact, by the early 90s, both Reba and Vince were members of the Grand Ole Opry. They were both topping the charts and on their way…
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Country Throwback: Bonnie Raitt Honors John Prine with ‘Angel From Montgomery’ Performance at 2020 Grammys
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It’s another edition of our country throwback series, and this time we are going back just one year ago to a Bonnie Raitt performance at the 2020 Grammy Awards. It came as no surprise to any of us when blues and rock artist Bonnie Raitt chose to honor country/folk singer-songwriter…
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Country Throwback: Dolly Parton Joins Oak Ridge Boys for ‘Elvira’ Performance in 1987
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Dolly Parton has a long list of resume-worthy moments in her longstanding career as a public icon. Beyond her widely-successful career as a country artist, she has been an author, a businesswoman, a humanitarian, an actress, a podcast host, and really, just an overall icon. Oak Ridge Boys and Dolly…