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July 4th, 2009
Sara Evans Concert Review
Local
You may read the concert review with pictures here: http://www.countrystarscentral.com/saraevansreviewjuly09.htm
July 3rd, 2009
Happy 4th of July
On behalf of Country Stars Central, we’d like to wish all of our family and friends a very happy and blessed 4th of July holiday. We thank each and every one of you for your continued support of CountryStarsCentral.com. Once again, enjoy your special weekend and don’t forget to thank our great men and women who are serving all over the world for our freedom. May our country always stand for what matters most; freedom, unity, faith and a foundation rich in spirit.
God Bless,
CSC
June 29th, 2009
Pray For Price
Country legend Ray Price was recently hospitalized for surgery. During the last 3 months Ray was losing weight and doctors thought he was suffering from exhaustion. On Monday, June 22, 2009, Ray was admitted to the hospital for routine medical tests. The results of a colonoscopy revealed a large number of polyps in Pre cancerous stage - requiring immediate surgical removal.
Surgery was completed on Tuesday, June 23rd and doctors state the operation was a complete success.
Today, Ray's wife Janie who has been by his side throughout the process, reports that Ray is making a slow, steady recovery with family and friends around him.
Ray is alert and wishes to thank everyone across the country that have held him and Janie up in their prayers and to let you all know he will be back on the road in a few weeks. Thank you for all of the love, prayers and consideration.
Country's Night To Rock
ABC INVITES AMERICA TO MUSIC'S HOTTEST EVENT, "CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL: COUNTRY'S NIGHT TO ROCK" Kenny Chesney, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker, Sugarland, and Taylor Swift Perform.
Filmed in
The annual CMA Music Festival is unlike any other, with four days filled with more than one hundred hours of live music, 30 hours of autograph signings by Country Music's biggest names and up and comers, hundreds of artists and celebrities, and a party list of thousands of avid fans. This is the fifth time ABC will broadcast this special - which invites the whole country to
June 27th, 2009
Don't Miss Alan Jackson in Concert
Don’t miss Country Music megastar Alan Jackson live in concert on Saturday July 18th, 2009 at the Cedar Point Sportsman’s Club in
For more info, and to purchase tickets please visit the following website: http://www.louslagrotto.com/concerts/concerts-for-a-cause-alan-jackson/
June 26th, 2009
New Interview with Jean Shepard
This week at CSC we are delighted to offer you an in depth interview with Grand Lady Jean Shepard. We recently spoke to Jean about her childhood memories, many years at the Grand Ole Opry, personal thoughts on the rising stars of today’s country, how she first met Opry buddy Jeannie Seely, plus Jean sets the record straight on her status as the first and only artist to be a part of the Grand Ole Opry for 53 consecutive years!!
Enjoy our interview with JEAN SHEPARD here: http://www.countrystarscentral.com/jeanshepardinterview.htm
Stetson Salutes Contest
Does your family member or friend have a fantastic story about a Stetson to share with the world? Stetson Salutes invites military men and women, their friends and family members to submit a story about the special role a Stetson hat has played in their lives.
Whether your story involves a Stetson worn as a badge of honor, as it has been for
For each submission made, we’ll contribute one dollar to the Armed Services YMCA up to $5,000. (http://www.asymca.org )In addition, the top three winners of our contest will be honored with a customized Stetson hat named after them and incorporated into the 2010 line.
We look forward to sharing your story!! You may participate in this contest here: http://www.stetsonsalutes.com/
June 18th, 2009
Christy Sutherland Album Review
Make sure to check out our review of music sensation Christy Sutherland’s latest albums “You Call Me Yours,” and “You Can Get There From Here.” Each album is filled with glorious tunes that will move your heart and soul!! Don’t forget to pick up a copy of each album from her official website. (Link is posted on the review page below)
Check out the album reviews here: http://www.countrystarscentral.com/christysutherlandreview.htm
June 16th, 2009
Christy Sutherland Chats with CSC!
Check out our latest interview with music sweetheart, Christy Sutherland! CSC chatted with Christy about her latest projects, moving performance on the Grand Ole Opry stage, having the legendary Barbara Mandrell as a mother-in-law, what her faith means to her as a devout Christian, plus much more!
You may enjoy the interview here: http://www.countrystarscentral.com/christysutherlandchat.htm
June 10th, 2009
Fleetwood Mac Visits CSC
Every now and then, a little diversion from Country Music isn’t so bad. CSC is pleased to offer you an exclusive concert review from legendary band Fleetwood Mac!! The iconic group blew us away at their
Check out the review with pictures here: http://www.countrystarscentral.com/fleetwoodmacreview.htm
June 8th, 2009
Chris Young Chats with CSC!
Make sure to stop by CSC this month to check out our latest interview with Country Music star Chris Young. Associate writer Lisa Vaughn chatted with Chris about his latest musical projects, recent benefit concert for tornado victims, touring as the opening act for mega-star Martina McBride last year plus MORE!
You may check out the interview here: http://www.countrystarscentral.com/chrisyounginterview.htm
June 1st, 2009
Jamey Johnson duets with Mel Tillis at Tootsie's
©Photo courtesy of Vickie Vaughn
Country Stars Party at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge after Concert at The Ryman
NASHVILLE -- Jamey Johnson (“In Color,” “High Cost Of Living”) and Randy Houser (“Anything Goes,” “Boots On”) made their Ryman Auditorium debut last night and celebrated with a spirited after-party at country music’s most famous honky-tonk, Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge.
The Ryman sold-out concert, billed as (and intentionally misspelled) “Traler Park Revival Show,” raised money for the Opry Trust Fund, which provides financial assistance to members of the country music industry in times of need. New artist Jerrod Niemann opened the show as ‘Judge Jerrod and The Hung Jury.’
After the concert, country stars and music industry VIP’s left the Ryman and walked the familiar 37 steps down the purple carpet to the infamous back entrance of Tootsies where they posed for photos. Once inside the legendary honky-tonk, the celebration began in true Tootsie’s fashion.
In the packed back room, Jerrod Niemann got the party started with a traditional Tootsie’s “Holler and a Swaller” toast and chug and a special shout-out to partiers in Tootsies’ Panama City location which was watching all the fun on the back stage via a live feed. Then country fans were treated to a special duet when Jamey Johnson took the stage in the front room with country legend, Mel Tillis, as the two performed “Detroit City.”
Things really got wild as Jerrod Niemann, Jake Owen, Chris Young, Lee Brice, and Dallas Davidson sang a very lively version of “Family Tradition” which had the house singing along in the chorus.
Mel Tillis Interview
It is our pleasure to offer you an interview with the legendary Mel Tillis! CSC recently spoke to the singer/songwriter/actor about his latest happenings, duet with the late Dottie Rambo, his take on today’s new country, what advice he’s given to daughter, country music star Pam Tillis, and MORE!
Check out the interview with Mel here; http://www.countrystarscentral.com/meltillisinterview.htm
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