Last April, 2020, the world lost John Prine. At the time, the country music community sent out their messages of love… Miranda Lambert: “thank you for everything. One and only. #hellointhere #johnprine.” Keith Urban: “The angel flys home. Rest in blessed peace John Prine. Love and prayers to all of your family and friends. -KU” Maren Morris: “Angel from Montgomery…… MORE
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – May 25th On this day in 2019, Eli Young Band was at number-1 with “Love Ain’t” In 2011 Scotty McCreery was named the winner of season 10 of American Idol. And 6 years earlier in 2005, Carrie Underwood was named the American Idol winner for…… MORE
Garth Brooks has achieved a lot of honors throughout his career. But this weekend, he received one that not many get to experience — he was one of the people celebrated at the Kennedy Center Honors in Washington, DC. Garth, along with fellow honorees actress-dancer-choreographer Debbie Allen, folk singer and activist Joan Baez, violin virtuoso Midori,…… MORE
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – May 19th On this day in 2020, Gabby Barrett sends “The Good Ones” to country radio In 2014 Eric Church is at number-1 with “Give Me Back My Hometown” In 2009 Kenny Chesney’s Greatest Hits 2 is released – which also featured the new track…… MORE
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there! Here’s some well wishes & messages from some of your favorite country artists… Miranda Lambert “Happy Mother’s Day to all the mamas out there!” Photo Courtesy of Miranda Lambert Chris Young “Happy Mother’s Day mom! Love you and I’m so grateful for all the time you…… MORE
Trisha Yearwood appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show this week, but talking to Kelly Clarkson is nothing new for Trisha, ” You know, we’re buddies. We text all the time.” But it has been a while since they’ve chatted in person, “We hadn’t seen each other in a year, ’cause none of us have seen each…… MORE
This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – April 27th On this day in 2019, Matt Stell made his Grand Ole Opry debut In 2015, Chris Janson released his hit song, “Buy Me A Boat.” On this day in 2011, Lady A was at number-one with “American Honey.” And in 2001 Trisha Yearwood’s…… MORE
Garth Brooks recently shared that he got together Mitch Rossell for a song writing session that also included Ashley McBryde. Now Mitch has released his song “Ran Into You” which features Trisha Yearwood. Trisha says, “When a songwriter comes to you with a great song it is such an honor to participate. Mitch Rossell, I…… MORE
Garth Brooks returned to The Ellen DeGeneres Show this past Friday and chatted with guest host tWitch. Garth talked about Trisha Yearwood and her brush with COVID, and also how the couple used quarantine time to work on their relationship. Then after talking about Trisha, she jumped in and join the conversation – sharing a…… MORE
Trisha Yearwood is back in the full swing of things after her brush with COVID. She recently revealed the cover of her upcoming cookbook, Trisha’s Kitchen – Easy Comfort Food for Friends and Family. Now Trisha is sharing with fans the unboxing of her new kitchen collection, “It’s finally here! Introducing my tabletop collection with Williams Sonoma!…… MORE
Toby Keith left us 10 months ago. But his music keeps on keepin’ on in a big way. He just went GOLD and PLATINUM again. His whole catalog has seen a boost since he passed away from cancer in February at the age of 62. The RIAA honored him this week with four more certifications,…
While 2024 certainly had its moments of inspiration and incredible country music . . . we also lost more than a few country superstars. Here are some members of the country music family that passed away this year: 1. Toby Keith. July 8th, 1961 to February 5th, 2024 2. Kris Kristofferson. June 22nd, 1936 to…