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9 to 5 Debuts This Day in Country Music – December 19th (video)

Sean Ericson — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 17:03:07 +0000

1980 – Dolly Parton’s first movie, “9 To 5,” debuts. Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin co-star in the picture, buoyed by a title song written and performed by Parton. 2011 – Lady Antebellum’s Dave Haywood gets engaged to Warner Bros. marketing executive Kelli Cashiola at her home in Nashville. 2005 – Gary Allan collects a gold [...]

Gary Allan Announces Release Date, Track Listing for Upcoming Album 'Set You Free'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 17:30:33 +0000

Gary Allan has been teasing fans and journalists with news about his upcoming album ‘Set You Free,’ which he previewed at a private industry event in September. Now he’s revealed the art work, track listing and release date for the much-anticipated new record. ‘Set You Free’ is slated to drop on Jan. 22 from MCA [...]

Charlie Puckers Up To A Number One This Day in Country Music – December 4th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 18:46:59 +0000

1971 – Charley Pride’s biggest hit ascends to #1 on the Billboard country chart: “Kiss An Angel Good Mornin’”. 2005 – Blaine and Sammi Larsen marry in Seattle. 2004 – Gary Allan collects a #1 single on the Billboard country list with “Nothing On But The Radio”. 2003 – Ricky Skaggs receives five [...]

Who Wins The Battle of New Orleans? This Day in Country Music – November 29th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 18:29:11 +0000

1959 – “The Battle Of New Orleans” wins Song of the Year for composer Jimmy Driftwood and Best Country & Western Performance for Johnny Horton at the second annual Grammy Awards. 2011 – The Band Perry picks up its first platinum album for its self-titled debut. 2010 – Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles hosts the ABC [...]

Toby Keith Goes Solo This Day in Country Music – October 11th (Video)

Sean Ericson — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 20:17:41 +0000

2011 – Show Dog-Universal releases Toby Keith’s “Red Solo Cup” to radio.The video and the song became instant hits and even a drinking game. How many of the famous guests in the video can you identify? If you are on of the few who haven’t seen the video, enjoy. 2005 – MCA releases Gary Allan’s [...]

New Champ Craig Campbell Battles Gary Allan on the Clash [AUDIO/POLL]

Danny Merrell — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:48:17 +0000

We have a new champion on the KICKS 105 Country Clash. Craig Campbell and his new song 'Outta My Head' took 53% of the vote in his win over the latest from Flint Thompson.

Today, Campbell will try to defend his new title as he takes on the latest from Gary Allan.

Gary Allan Working on First New Album in Two Years

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:30:36 +0000

Good news for Gary Allan fans who have been burning holes into their copies of his last eight albums. New music is finally on its way, and it could be in your hands as soon as this year! Earlier this week (Feb. 27), Allan held a press conference in Nashville from his high-end mens clothing boutique, the Label, to discuss his year that he has mapped out thus far, including his headlining slot on the 2012 Country Throwdown Tour.

Gary Allan Is Fired Up to 'Throwdown' With Josh Thompson, Sunny Sweeney + Others on Tour

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:05:14 +0000

On Monday (Feb. 17), Gary Allan held a special press conference from his Nashville clothing store the Label, where he discussed the exciting year ahead — including his headlining spot on the 2012 Country Throwdown Tour. Sitting by Allan’s side during the press meeting were Country Throwdown Tour creators Sarah Baer and Kevin Lyman of 4Fini’s.

It's A CMA Country Christmas This Day In Country Music – November 29th

Sean Ericson — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:06:30 +0000

2010 – Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles hosts the ABC special “CMA Country Christmas” with Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, Martina McBride, LeAnn Rimes, Reba McEntire, Darius Rucker and Little Big Town. 2007 – Gary Allan earns a gold album for his “Greatest Hits”. 2006 – Trick Pony performs at the Fremont Street Experience [...]

This Day In Country Music History – April 25th

Sean Ericson — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:56:43 +0000

On this day in 2010, Gary Allan won the title of “Country’s Hottest Bachelor” after almost 40 thousand votes tallied by C-M-T… Gary was then featured on the cover of the May issue of Country Weekly magazine. Today in 2003, Diamond Rio’s album Completely, featuring the songs “I Believe” and “Beautiful Mess,” was certified gold. [...]