http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/ That's Country offers the country fan most everything about country music in photos, news, links, contests and and an extensive Artist Profiles section. Sun, 04 Jan 2009 12:39:01 PST en-us http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004924.shtml Country News Roy Orbison performed his final concert at Highland Heights in Akron, Ohio on December 4, 1988 - two days before his untimely passing.   While the concert was recorded and Roy’s performance of “It’s Over” is featured in ‘The Soul of Rock and Roll’ released by Monument/Orbison Records/Legacy Recordings earlier this fall, the final tapes in their entirety have remained unreleased, until now. Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:01:26 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004924.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004922.shtml Country News The lyrics in Blake Shelton's song Some Beach inspired the naming of the best standardbred pacer in the world, Somebeachsomewhere, who will end his career Saturday night at the Meadowlands Racetrack in the Breeders Crown Championship Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:53:50 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004922.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004918.shtml Country News Fergus Ontario native Ryan Laird, an up-and-coming country-pop singer/songwriter has just done something that Music City has never seen. If you are driving down Broadway and 17th Ave you might see his face on a billboard asking Taylor Swift to produce his next album. Laird started his career similar to Taylor's when she got started, online. He began by video taping male-version covers of some of Taylor's songs. Every day more and more Taylor fans cross over to Ryan's Myspace. Now Ryan Laird's team is coming on strong via Internet, radio,various PR strategies and a billboard Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:18:59 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004918.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004916.shtml Country News Up-and-coming singer-songwriter Randy Houser brings a thrilling new sound to country music today with the Universal Records South release of his first album, Anything Goes. The album takes its title from the song that so impressed David Letterman when he first heard it on satellite radio that he personally arranged to have Houser sing it on The Late Show. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:14:42 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004916.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004914.shtml Country News Singer/songwriter Taylor Swift has solidified her position as one of the most important artists to emerge on the popular music scene this decade as her sophomore album, Fearless, debuted this morning in the #1 slot atop Billboard’s Top 200 Albums Chart, with sales of 592,304 copies in its first week in stores. This is the largest opening U.S. sales week in 2008 by a female artist in all genres of music, and the fourth biggest overall, behind Lil Wayne, AC/DC and Coldplay Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:06:50 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004914.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004915.shtml Country News 'Twas the month before Christmas and all through the nation, Toby Keith fans were stirring, filling with elation. The networks were primed with holiday fare, ready to make Toby ubiquitous on the air. The viewers were settled, nothing more need be said, 'cause visions of sonic plums danced in their heads. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:00:05 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004915.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004917.shtml Country News In the same week as Blake Shelton releases his fifth studio album, Startin’ Fires, People Magazine has announced him as one of 2008’s “Sexiest Men Alive” in their annual “Sexiest Men Alive” issue. People Magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive” issue hits stands this Friday, Nov. 21. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:52:12 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004917.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004910.shtml Country News Big Machine/NSA/Midas Records' artist Adam Gregory recently completed work in Nashville on the video for his latest single, "What It Takes." Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:35:08 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004910.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004909.shtml Country News Lee Greenwood, known for writing and performing the most recognized patriotic song of our time – “God Bless the U.S.A.” – will soon be garnering air miles to and from the nation’s capitol. Greenwood has accepted a Presidential appointment to the National Endowment for the Arts council and will serve a six-year term Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:32:21 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004909.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004906.shtml Country News These days country fans aren't surprised to find Trace Adkins just about anywhere. From rocking out stages in luminous spotlights to taking on roles in some of Hollywood's most anticipated films, the possibilities are endless. But on the premiere of Great American Country's newest special Trace Adkins: X (TEN) Days (Nov. 25 - 9 pm ET), the country artist shed his superstar aura and went overseas to Iraq and Afghanistan on a mission that would warm the hearts of United States military personnel who sacrifice every day for their country. Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:17:31 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004906.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004908.shtml Country News "He's an incredible (NO EXAGGERATION) vocalist ... truly an "undiscovered" talent."Devil In The Mirror" is a superb song, lyrically brilliant. But what I ENVY (YES - I'm turning green here) is Richie's vocal range. I swear he sings his way through two-and-a-half octaves on this track, and that is ASTONISHING!" - John Lewis, RODEO ATTITUDE Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:23:50 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004908.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004907.shtml Country News Multi-platinum artist Blake Shelton will release his fifth album, Startin’ Fires on Warner Bros. Records on Tuesday, November 18. The album is produced by acclaimed producer Scott Hendricks (Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn), except for two tracks Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:20:47 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004907.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004902.shtml Country News Multi-platinum recording artist Collin Raye had one show scheduled for the Desert Star Theater in Utah this month, but it sold out so quickly that they booked two more shows for the next two days. Then, those shows also sold out, so they booked two more. When the curtain came down, the Utah resident had sold out shows for a whole week at the intimate dinner theater. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:30:23 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004902.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004899.shtml Country News Kevin Costner & Modern West’s debut album, Untold Truths hit stores this week and in support of the record’s release, Costner spent some time in Nashville visiting various media outlets doing interviews, including CMT’s Top 20 Countdown where he took some time to talk about the album and his current video, “Superman 14”. CMT’s Top 20 Countdown is scheduled to air this Saturday, 11/15 at 11am ET/PT Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:52:15 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004899.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004895.shtml Country News Taylor Swift’s highly-anticipated sophomore album, Fearless, arrived in stores yesterday, and the collection’s lead single, “Love Story,” this week is in the #1 position atop both the Billboard and USA Today/Country Aircheck country radio charts, reaching a weekly radio audience of more than 40 million listeners. Taylor will perform “Love Story” live tonight on the 42nd Annual CMA Awards, broadcast on ABC from 8-11 p.m. (ET/PT). She is nominated for Female Vocalist of the Year Wed, 12 Nov 2008 14:00:57 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004895.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004894.shtml Country News Singer/songwriter Fergie returns to perform and host the West Coast party portions of the specials, and for the first time, country star Kellie Pickler will be the Times Square correspondent, reporting on other happenings in and around New York City. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:42:22 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004894.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004890.shtml Country News After running through their CMA Awards performance at the Sommet Center a couple times, 3-time and current Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney and his good friends the Wailers were primed to play. So, with a notion at 1:00 pm, a few phone calls at 2:00 and confirmation by 3:30, Kenny Chesney + the Wailers were set to play the backroom at the iconic Tootsies Orchid Lounge Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:39:08 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004890.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004892.shtml Country News Texas recording artist Jeff Griffith and Eddie Kilroy kicked back for over an hour at the Hillsboro, Texas studio of WILLIE'S PLACE (XM Satellite Radio's Channel 13) chattin' it up, and taking some listeners' calls. The live show reaches a global audience via www.xmradio.com and on DIRECTV's audio channel 811. Griffith's current single, "Fishin' Forever," jumps to the #43 slot on the Texas Music Chart and holds the #47 spot on the Music Row Chart this week; he's shown here with Kilroy (left). Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:20:22 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004892.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004891.shtml Country News Jason Michael Carroll became Billboard’s Top New Country Artist the year of his chart-topping debut album, Waitin’ in the Country, and now the man who’s played on two major tours this year – opening for both Carrie Underwood and Martina McBride – is poised to hit the airwaves with “Where I’m From,” the first single from his new album, arriving in 2009 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:13:06 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004891.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004888.shtml Country News Sticks and Stones Outdoor Adventures Magazine & TV Show, the leader in Outdoor Lifestyles media products announced recently that Sticks and Stones has signed a partnership agreement with Country Legend John Michael Montgomery to co host the Sticks & Stones Outdoor Adventures TV show. Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:53:24 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004888.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004893.shtml Country News "ONE MORE BROKEN STRING is such an eloquent record! Megan is truly an 'Angel on Fire.' Aside from the arrangements that allow her vocals to shine through, the lyrics are direct and simple, and communicate lifetimes of understanding of the human condition. Amazing in such a young artist. Welcome to the world stage!"- Ralph Murphy Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:38:06 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004893.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004878.shtml Country News With Christmas just around the corner, Pam and Mel Tillis are happy to announce their holiday tour, “A Tillis Family Christmas.” Pam, Mel, Mel Jr, and Carrie April will spread Tillis holiday cheer with stops all across the nation as well as one performance in Canada. The tour dates are listed below. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 09:57:18 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004878.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004877.shtml Country News Rounder Records recording artists The Grascals are keeping busy when they have a break from the road in Nashville by working with some great friends. A recent recording session with outlaw and legend Hank Williams, Jr. will result in The Grascals being featured on Hank’s next album on the tune “All the Roads Open to My Heart.” The guys are also opening up for good friend and talented musician Ronnie Milsap at the sold out WSM Listener Appreciation Night Fri, 07 Nov 2008 09:53:24 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004877.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004876.shtml Country News When Little Texas had their first rehearsal together back on November 8th, 1988 out in Little Texas, TN, they had no idea where their musical journey would take them. Two decades and millions of albums sold later, the band is still making great music, rocking the crowds coast to coast, and going strong. From their initial single, "Some Guys Have All The Love," (from their debut CD "First Time For Everything,") the band tapped into the very pulse of 90's country-rock, launching hit after hit through the better part of the decade. "What Might Have Been," Fri, 07 Nov 2008 09:50:23 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004876.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004873.shtml Country News "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" (check your local listings) throws a one-of-a-kind album release party for Taylor Swift's highly anticipated sophomore album, FEARLESS, on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. The show's entire hour is devoted to all things Taylor, as host Ellen DeGeneres will be joined by the young superstar, who will perform "Love Story" and "Should've Said No" as part of the album release bash. Fri, 07 Nov 2008 08:45:30 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004873.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004872.shtml Country News Texas recording artist Jeff Griffith will join host Eddie Kilroy on WILLIE'S PLACE (XM Channel 13) from 8 -9 a.m. CST. The show, which originates LIVE from Hillsboro, Texas, will be simulcast online at www.Xmradio.com and on DIRECTV's Audio Channel 811. Kilroy will be spinning songs from Jeff's debut CD, IF IT AIN'T ONE THING IT'S ANOTHER, and the two look forward to taking listeners' calls. "I think this is gonna be so cool," says Griffith, whose current single, "Fishin' Forever" is riding the Texas Music and Music Row charts. "I'm a big fan of the show." Fri, 07 Nov 2008 08:37:30 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004872.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004923.shtml Country News SingStar Country comes packed with 30 songs from artists such as Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Brad Paisley and many more...... Thu, 06 Nov 2008 09:15:58 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004923.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004869.shtml Country News I received this email today from one of Canada's top country music artists, Charlie Major. I thought I would share it with all of you because I believe no one could have said it any better..... Wed, 05 Nov 2008 15:44:41 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004869.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004868.shtml Country News Minnesota songbird Becky Schlegel reached out to an estimated 30 million viewers when she appeared recently on RFD TV's Midwest Country Theater (www.rfdtv.com). Also performing on the show was John Rex Reeves, nephew of the late Jim Reeves. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 08:41:53 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004868.shtml http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004867.shtml Country News Wake up and then celebrate into the night with recording artist Miley Cyrus, star of Disney's "Hannah Montana" and the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures animated film "Bolt," and her father, television co-star and duet partner Billy Ray Cyrus. The enormously popular father/daughter, acting/singing pair will perform on ABC's "Good Morning America" Wednesday, Nov. 12, and they are also scheduled to present a trophy that night during "The 42nd Annual CMA Awards" live from Nashville on the ABC Television Network. Mon, 03 Nov 2008 15:48:00 PST http://www.thatscountry.com/am2/publish/Country_News_2/004867.shtml