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If you love the Amazing Tanya Tucker as much as I do, you have to see this interview! Unfortunately for me, my cable company does not carry this channel:( ICONIC COUNTRY QUEEN TANYA TUCKER SITS DOWN WITH DAN RATHER FOR AN ALL-NEW EPISODE OF THE BIG INTERVIEW, ON TUES., FEB. 2, AT 8pE Groundbreaking country queen Tanya Tucker joins Dan Rather in an all-new episode of THE BIG INTERVIEW, premiering Tuesday, February 2, at 8pE. During the intimate hour-long discussion, the beloved singer, songwriter, and former child star opens up about her battle with depression, overcoming a disfiguring chemical peel in 2008, and how her faith has helped her heal. Candidly addressing her struggles with depression, which she has dealt with for much of her adult life, Tucker reveals, “I got really depressed, and clinically depressed… I’d lost both of my parents. When I lost my dad, that was pretty rough, in ’06. It was Thanksgiving morning. But, when my mother went, it was just double… It wa...

Miranda debuted this new song, Scars at her recent show at City Winery in Nashville. She has actually known the song for 15 years since her longtime bandmate, Scotty Wray, wrote it. Until now, Miranda didn’t feel she could really convey the full emotion in the song’s lyrics. “I was never damaged enough to sing a song called ‘Scars,'” Miranda told the audience before her performance. “It’s something you have to sell and really feel and really live and go through shit to basically execute a song like that. Every time he sings I’ve cried for the last 15 years. So, I’m gonna try to sing it tonight and hopefully put it on a record some day.” The song’s lyrics talk about being open and honest about all the scars you’ve earned over time after facing heartbreak. One standout line says, “I’ve lived enough to know not to hide them anymore.” Source:  Rare Country

Here's why we love Imelda!   Limerick Leader reports A YOUNG Limerick woman’s dance moves have gone viral on social media after she stole the show at an Imelda May concert. Maura Ryan , aged 26, is a massive fan of the Dublin-born rockabilly singer. The Cappamore lady, who is a member of Down Syndrome Limerick , attended the show in the INEC in Killarney with mum Mary and sister Caitriona. Maura was dressed to impress in a polka dot 1950s dress and even had her hair styled like Imelda’s famous quiff. But when the moment came to strut her stuff she wasn’t afraid to let her hair down. Imelda and Maura Maura has met Imelda at a number of concerts in the last couple of years and when the singer recognised her, she said: “We need to find a way to get you up here on stage”. Caitriona, sister, said Maura was delighted to get the opportunity to perform with her hero. She is such a big fan that she even attended one concert while her back was in a brace. “Lots o...

If you are a fan of Howard Stern , you know he is NOT a fan of country music except for Willie Nelson . But today he was raving about Chris Stapleton . Let's hope he gets Chris on the show ASAP. Anyway, here is what he had to say about Chris this morning. Howard : Ok I want to mention a guy who I had no idea, now I was watching the John Lennon tribute and like this Charlie Daniels looking (MF) was up there singing with a big belly, big ZZ Top beard, big cowboy hat. You know this guy? I'm talking about Chris Stapleton . Well, you know I was watching it and I said to myself, boy this guy is good. But I never mentioned that he was THAT good because I was like I don't know who this guy is. I've already mentioned like five people from the show. Nobody cares about it. I was like why am I talking about the John Lennon tribute show that no one cares about? Why am I bringing this up? It makes no sense. But this guy with the big belly and the beard and everything, I ...

Just when you thought things couldn't get stranger! Here we go! Lucy de Barbin now claims Elvis was murdered! And not surprisingly the 79 year old is planning a new book and documentary about Elvis' final days. Back in 1987, de Barbin wrote a book with a National Enquirer reporter called, Are You Lonesome Tonight? In which she claimed to have had a 24 year love affair with Elvis. And that her daughter Desiree was Elvis' child. The Enquirer describes de Barbin as currently a belligerent and elderly woman who must get police to break up numerous domestic squabbles with her daughter Desiree. Living as a recluse in Dallas. In the 1987 book, “Are You Lonesome Tonight?” Lucy claims that just days before his sudden death, Elvis told her, “I want you to be my wife. Will you do that?” Lucy claimed that mere days before Elvis' death on Aug. 16, 1977 at the age of 42, she was planning to leave her husband so she could finally be with Elvis and introduce him to th...

Happy Birthday Dolly! She turned 70 on January 19, 2016! Here is Dolly and Willie Nelson singing Happy Birthday Baby! Jan. 19, 1946 -- Dolly Parton is born in Sevier County. 1956 -- Parton performs on "The Cas Walker Show" on WIVK Radio and WBIR-TV 1959 -- Dolly performs for the first time at the Grand Ole Opry alongside her uncle Bill Owens. May 30,  1966 -- Dolly Parton and Carl Thomas Dean were married in Georgia. 1967 --Dolly offered a regular spot on "The Porter Wagoner Show." 1974 -- "I Will Always Love You" goes No. 1 on country chart. February 1974 -- "Jolene" tops country chart. Oct. 13, 1975 -- Dolly Parton is named the CMA female vocalist of the year. 1976-1977 -- Parton has syndicated television variety show "Dolly!" Jan. 19, 1977 -- Dolly Parton appears on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" for the first time. Feb. 15, 1979 -- Dolly Parton wins first Grammy Award. Parton won for...

Hank Williams Jr. discusses his latest album, "It's About Time,"and its inspiration with co-hosts Whoopi Goldberg and Michelle Collins. He also talks about following in the footsteps of his famous father Hank Williams and how his children are also getting involved in the music business. Watch "The View" WEEKDAYS at 11e|10c|p.

The National Enquirer reported on January 8th that Elvis Presley "supposedly" fathered SEVEN children aside from his daughter, Lisa Marie Presley now 47. The gossip magazine claims they have conducted an exhaustive two-year worldwide investigation into Elvis’ missing family. And the astonishing findings have been verified by DNA tests, birth certificates, personal correspondence, check receipts and witness testimony! The Enquirer goes on to "supposedly" reveals the names and details of Elvis’ lost boys and girls. 1987 book  In MY PERSONAL OPINION, with over 26 years in the Elvis World, I personally DO NOT believe any of this! It's laughable.There are some names in this "bombshell" report that many long time fans will recognize from past scandals. Remember Lucy de Barbin and her daughter Desiree ? They published the book, Are You Lonesome Tonight? in 1987. Here's what the Enquirer says about this supposed "love child", ...

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Pet Milk Grand Ole Opry, August 30, 1961 "She records for the Mercury people. And Shelby, her little husband, 290 lbs of dynamite, ha...little. He said he would love to have Margie as a guest on the Grand Ole Opry show"

Joe Moscheo and Priscilla Presley Photo Credit - Elvis Info Net Upon hearing of Joe's passing, Priscilla took to her facebook page and released this official statement. "We have lost another close and dear friend who was a big part of both Elvis's and my life, Joe Moscheo. Joe was a member of the Gospel group, The Imperials, who toured with Elvis and appeared with him on stage in Las Vegas ect. from 1969 to 1972. He will be missed within our group and with his very close friends that he has made from all over the world. It won't be the same not seeing him at many of our events at Graceland or talking with him on the phone about his dream of going to his place in Italy to paint. May you rest in peace, Joe. We all love you." Priscilla

Glen Campbell's daughter, Ashley, has released her first single, and it's about her relationship with him as he succumbs to Alzheimer's disease. Ashley Campbell says she's played the song "Remembering" for him, but he doesn't understand it's about him. The last public concert her father attended was one given by Ashley Campbell and her brother. They played "Remembering" and the place was quiet after it was over. She says her father stood up and said, "That's a good song!" Source:AP

Pet Milk Grand Ole Opry January 9, 1962

Chris Isaak at the Sam Phillips exhibit in the Country Music Hall of Fame talking about Sam Phillips and the legendary artists he recorded at Sun Records. This exhibit runs through June 12, 2016. It is a MUST SEE! For more information visit  CMHOF

Joe Moscheo's family representative, Gary Terashita has made an official announcement that Joe's final wishes were for his immediate family to gather for a nice meal and share stories of his life. There will be no funeral. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask you to donate to the following organizations. And above all, please keep Joe's family in your daily prayers as they go through this difficult time and loss of a loved one. These links will take you right to the donation page, you can also add Joe's name as there is a In Memory of box. Music Health Alliance Musicares To donate by mail, please send your check made payable to: MusiCares Attn: Annual Giving 3030 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90404 Opry Trust Fund To make a donation, please send a check or money order to: Opry Trust Fund 2804 Opryland Drive Nashville, TN 37214 Phone: (615) 316-6174 Fax: (615) 882-5580 Gospel Music Association Trust Fund Make your check or money ord...

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The Imperials - Joe Moscheo (Center) Gospel Music Hall of Famer and music executive Joe Moscheo — who sang with Elvis Presley as a member of gospel group The Imperials — died Monday at age 78. Mr. Moscheo had been battling a degenerative neurological disease for several years and had been hospitalized after emergency surgery Dec. 30. Mr. Moscheo's career with The Imperials began in 1964 as a singer, keyboard player and arranger. The group first worked with Presley in the recording studio on several sessions in the mid-'60s. In 1969, Presley invited them to be his backup vocal group at his residency in Las Vegas. That gig lasted until 1971, and their association with "The King" forever changed Mr. Moscheo and his bandmates' careers. "There's only about 50 of us that ever had the opportunity to perform with him onstage," Mr. Moscheo told The Tennessean in 2007. "It's an honor and such a memory that is uniquely (mine). It certainl...

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              Lot 85 : April 5, 1972 Complete Elvis Presley Concert Film from the         Memorial Auditorium Show in Buffalo, NY Estimated Price: $25,000 - $35,000     SOLD for 110,000.00 Recorded only four days prior to filming Elvis on Tour , director Robert Abel captured Elvis Presley’s concert on April 5, 1972, at the Memorial Auditorium in Buffalo, NY. The performance captured an artist in complete command of his form, with Elvis at the peak of his singing and onstage abilities. Highlights include a 5+ minute rousing rendition of “Suspicious Minds,” a spot-on “Lawdy Miss Clawdy,” and a moment when Elvis has the lights turned up in the arena to see the crowd just as, right in front of the camera, we catch a glimpse of a security guard stopping an eager fan from charging the stage. Feel free to check out other Elvis memorabilia and collectibles up for auction on Invaluable. ...

Elvis Presley's Graceland's event — The Auction at Graceland — scheduled to  start at 07:55 PM EST on Thursday, January 07, 2016 http://livestream.com/ElvisPresleyGraceland/AuctionatGraceland2016 If you can't be there in person, don't miss all the action! Watch the auction on Livestream. You can download the app on your iPad or mobile device. The best part is if you have Google Chromecast, you can cast Livestream directly to your tv! Simply by clicking the box next to Elvis' photo in the top right corner. Gather the family, sit back and watch all the excitement!  This auction, The Auction at Graceland , starts at 7:00 PM CST on the 7th. To honor the memory of his great talent, we are pleased to announce the opportunity to participate in the upcoming Auction at Graceland. This is the third Elvis auction we’ve held since last year. Elvis sang his way into the hearts of fans and his light continues to shine in the hearts of collectors...

Be sure not to miss  The Auction at Graceland  which  starts at 7:00 PM CST on the 7th  of January!  That's 7 PM ELVIS time, folks;)             UNSOLD! Lot 24 : Elvis Presley Stage-Used Guitar from January 14, 1973 "Aloha from Hawaii" Concert Estimated Price: $300,000 - $500,000 This guitar, the Ebony Dove, was the most photographed and widely seen of any of Elvis’ guitars as he played it during the January 1973 Aloha from Hawaii via Satellite concert broadcast. This very guitar made it into the homes of nearly a billion fans around the world via television and is his most used guitar. The guitar show heavy stage use, with many scratches and scuffing on the reverse from Elvis' belts and jumpsuits.