Gene Pitney – Something’s Gotten Hold of My Heart (1968)
Introduction: Gene Pitney’s “Something’s Gotten Hold of My Heart,” released in 1968, stands as a powerful testament to the overwhelming nature of…
Terry Jacks – Seasons In The Sun
Introduction: “Seasons in the Sun,” performed by Terry Jacks, is a song that resonates deeply with themes of farewell, nostalgia, and the…
Harry Nilsson – Without You
Introduction: Harry Nilsson’s “Without You,” while famously covered by many, remains indelibly linked to his 1971 recording, a performance that stands as…
Loretta Lynn – Fist City
Introduction: In the vast landscape of country music, few artists have possessed the raw, unfiltered honesty of Loretta Lynn. “Fist City,” released…
“”South Of The Border” – Engelbert Humperdinck
Introduction: Engelbert Humperdinck, a name synonymous with lush vocal performances and romantic ballads, delivered a rendition of “South of the Border” that…
Bee Gees – Give A Hand, Take A Hand
Introduction: In the vast and varied catalogue of the Bee Gees, a group renowned for their harmonic brilliance and stylistic evolution, “Give…
Alan Jackson Delivers Rare Television Performance For Opry 100 Celebration. One of the biggest celebrations in country music history is underway in Nashville as the Grand Ole Opry celebrates its 100th birthday.
The Opry 100 celebration brought together nearly 40 of the genre’s biggest stars, most of whom are members of the hallowed institution.…
George Strait – Sing Me Back Home (/2018/New Orleans, LA/Superdome)
Introduction: George Strait’s performance of “Sing Me Back Home” in New Orleans at the 2018 Superdome concert is a poignant moment, capturing…
Ed Bruce – My first taste of Texas
Introduction: “My First Taste of Texas” is a classic country song by Ed Bruce, known for its smooth melody and heartfelt lyrics…
“Don’t Look At Me In (That Tone Of Voice)” – GENE WATSON
Introduction: Gene Watson. A name that resonates with the very soul of traditional country music. When we speak of purists, of those…