KF Raizor
Student of country music; independent scholar specializing in country music, currently writing biography of Homer & Jethro for publication
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Perfumes Are Stinking Up the AirPerfume is a good thing except when people bathe in it instead of using it sparingly. Some companies have banned perfume because of the medical problems it causes.
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Network ConfusionMovies on TV Land or the History Channel? Poker on the Travel Channel? What is going on with the programming of networks these days?
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The Cubs' Victory SongAlthough mostly remembered for writing "City of New Orleans," the hit for Arlo Guthrie and later Willie Nelson, songwriter Steve Goodman finally has a big hit -- the song played at Wrigley Field after Cubs victories.
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Nashville Brass Front Man Danny Davis DiesDanny Davis fronted the Nashville Brass, recording over 30 albums and winning a Grammy. He was also a record producer in country and pop. He died June 12.
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Country's All-Time Singles Performer DiesEddy Arnold entertained audiences for seven decades, scoring hits in country and pop and introducing a wider audience to country music. His death a week shy of his 90th birthday has country fans in mourning. -
Did the Songwriter Remember in Verse 3 What He Wrote in Verse 1?Popular songs are not the place for historical or grammatical accuracy. However, one would think that a songwriter would keep the story consistent. Here are some examples where the story changes in mid-song.
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Taking the "Service" Out of the Service DepartmentA defective "check engine" light becomes an ordeal and leads to the sad conclusion that you're appreciated by a car dealership only until you sign the contract.
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Grammy GoofsAs the Grammy Awards celebrate their 50th anniversary this weekend, it's time to look back at some awards they probably wish they could take back. -
Music Deaths of 20072007 saw a number of legends in the music world sing their final song. -
Country Music Songs that Celebrate Country MusicThe stereotype is that country songs are about drinking and losing a wife. Country music is far more than that. There are songs about country music, too! -
Remembering Robert WhitsteinThe Whitstein Brothers released five albums and earned a Grammy nomination. The duet was broken up with the death of Robert Whitstein on November 14, 2001. -
Country Legend Hank Thompson DiesHank Thompson spent seven decades entertaining with his unique mixture of country and western swing. He died November 7 of lung cancer. -
Emmylou Harris Discusses Her CareerEmmylou Harris discussed her 35 years in music at the Americana Music Association's annual conference in Nashville, Tennessee. -
Lyle Lovett Keynote InterviewGrammy-winning country singer Lyle Lovett spent an hour entertaining Americana Music Association Conference attendees with his wit in an interview with Warren Zanes from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
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Golden Corral Honors Military with Free MealsSince 2001, Golden Corral restaurants and the Disabled American Veterans have sponsored Military Appreciation Night, providing a free meal to veterans and active duty personnel.
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Porter Wagoner DiesCountry Music Hall of Famer Porter Wagoner was diganosed with lung cancer October 15. He died October 28th.
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Bill Nowlin Celebrates Rounder Records' AnniversaryRounder Records is one of the largest independent record labels in the world. On the 37th anniversary of the label, co-founder Bill Nowlin addressed the label's history and future. -
Remembering Lee PattersonAfter 50 years in acting, Lee Patterson passed away in February. His death was just announced on October 22. -
Ten Tribute Songs to Country SingersWith a reputation of being a cry-in-your-beer genre of music, it's not surprising that many country songs have paid respects to peformers who died.
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Ten Tribute Songs to RockersFrom Elvis to Gram Parsons, a look at ten songs that pay tribute to fallen rock and rollers.
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Rock Legend Robert Plant Teams with Bluegrass Superstar Alison KraussSneak peak preview of Raising Sand, the forthcoming CD on Rounder Records, which teams two superstars from opposite ends of the spectrum to create a winning album. -
Grascals Take Top Honors at IBMA AwardsIBMA (International Bluegrass Music Association) Awards are handed out in Nashville, Tennessee
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Hall of ShameThe nominations for the 2008 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction is a woeful example of favoritism and lack of concern for the genre.
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BoDeans' First Album, Love & Hope & Sex & Dreams, a Hidden GemIn 1986 the BoDeans released their first album to critical acclaim but poor sales. This album has stood the test of time and deserves a listen. -
Charlie Louvin's "New" Album is Mostly Old RehashesCountry Music Hall of Famer Charlie Louvin has released his first project in ten years, unfortunately with most of the same songs that was on his last project.
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Legendary Songwriter Bobby Braddock Discusses his Career and New BookThe author of classic such as "D-I-V-O-R-C-E" and "He Stopped Loving Her Today" discussed his biggest hits and new autobiography before a capacity audience at Nashville's Country Music Hall of Fame on September 15.