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"Good Friend and A Glass of Wine" I need a good friend... More Songs Biography In 1996, LeAnn Rimes burst out of nowhere with her debut single, "Blue," which immediately captured the attention of country fans ...

As the New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards reach their business end in Gore this weekend, Shane Gilchrist asks a couple of songwriters to define the essence of a country music song.

Temporary closing: The Records Division at the Abilene Police Department will be closed from Wednesday through Friday for renovations.

As a songwriter and a performer, Willie Nelson played a vital role in post-rock & roll country music.

Pirates & Poets Tour: Kenny Chesney returns each year to Van Andel Arena with a bigger and better show.

The hugely popular musical play about legendary country singer Patsy Cline and her most devoted fan soon will be back at Theatre Winter Haven for three nights only.

When k.d. lang first hit the scene almost 25 years ago, the Alberta -bred crooner was heralded as the return of Elvis in female form.

One of the greatest singers in the history of country music, Patsy Cline also helped blaze a trail for female singers to assert themselves as an integral part of the Nashville-dominated country music industry. via 98.1 KVET

Congratulation to North Street Playhouse for its winning production of "Always, Patsy Cline," by Ted Swindley. via Eastern Shore News

The Country Music Hall of Fame opened in May 2001. This $37 million facility - built of limestone, painted brick and glass - boasts a total of 135,000 square feet of space on two floors. via AOL City Guide

Before the deluge of country music "hat acts" came on the scene, there was a brand of country crooner who brought a touch of class and sophistication to the genre. via Deseret Morning News - Opinions

“Love songs. I'm crazy about love songs. And, you know, when you really stop and think about it, if you don't have love, you don't have anything.”

His Genius Was a Feel for Songs and Career Instincts May 8, 2008; Written by Chet Flippo Nashville Skyline As remarkable as the late Eddy Arnold's country music career was, his lasting legacy will be that he ... via CMT.com

“I just want to be judged on the music.”

Country singer Rissi Palmer, who celebrated her breakout year in 2007, grew up in a household that treasured many genres of music. via The Cincinnati Enquirer

“Her rendition of Patsy is so real you will think she is lip-synching”

Anyone who would try to sing a Patsy Cline song exactly like Patsy must be crazy. via News-journal.com

“A smaller boat provided the electricity and would house the calliope.”

More... Showboat Majestic floats into its 85th year Early in the morning of April 9, 1923, Capt. via Dayton Daily News

“Joni Morris Christmas". Info: (559) 266-9494 Showtime: 8:00 p.m. Show: "A Portrait of Patsy Cline”

"Morris Has Cline Down Pat" said the newspaper headlines from the San Francisco Examiner of Joni's most recent performance there. via Fresno Famous

Say what you will about the doe-eyed indie actress turned doe-eyed indie rock starlet mini-genre that seems to be exploding as of late, but Zooey Deschanel seems to be bucking the trend being set by her ... via The Santa Barbara Independent

“Willie is a trademark that could be bottled and sold throughout the world - if you could only bottle it.”

The icons of American pop culture are legion. But Willie Nelson, who will turn 75 on Wednesday, is one of the most enduring - and endearing. via MySanAntonio.com

They say that saxophone legend Charlie Parker liked to play country songs on the jukebox. via MySanAntonio.com

“It's definitely a different type of group”

Issue date: 4/18/08 Section: Verve Media Credit: Aaron Montoya Members of local band Opposing the Arrow from left, Chris Seegers, a senior equine science major, Trevor Simonton, a junior technical journalism ... via Rocky Mountain Collegian