Yearly Archives: 2017

Alabama’s Jeff Cook Reveals He Has Parkinson’s Disease, Will Limit Future Band Appearances

Alabama’s Jeff Cook Reveals He Has Parkinson’s Disease, Will Limit Future Band Appearances

Alabama’s lead guitarist/fiddler/vocalist Jeff Cook revealed that he is suffering from Parkinson’s disease, a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement. Parkinson’s is the same disease that afflicted boxing great Muhammad Ali and currently affects actor Michael J. Fox. Jeff revealed to USA Today that he was diagnosed four years ago and bandmates…

The Railers Talk Finding Their Sound, Creating Superfluous Deadlines and Releasing Timely New Single, “11:59 (Central Standard Time)”

The Railers Talk Finding Their Sound, Creating Superfluous Deadlines and Releasing Timely New Single, “11:59 (Central Standard Time)”

Jim Casey talks with The Railers about how they met, their experience playing in pubs, finding their sound, opening for Sara Evans, their new single, “11:59 (Central Standard Time)” and more. Show Participants The Railers Cassandra Lawson Jonathan Lawson Jordan Lawson Jim Casey, NCD managing editor Show Notes & Links The Railers’ website Watch: The Railers…

Who’s New: Bailey Bryan

Who’s New: Bailey Bryan

Age: 19 Hometown: Sequim, Wash. Lives: Nashville Single: “Own It” EP: …So Far Twitter: @baileymyown Website: baileybryan.com Influences: Dixie Chicks, Taylor Swift, Macklemore, Chance The Rapper, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, Nirvana INSIDE SCOOP: Bailey Bryan was destined to be a songwriter. Growing up in the rural town of Sequim, Wash., and undergoing life-changing…

Your “Be Kind To Lawyers Day” Wolf Fan Favorite 5 Countdown

Your “Be Kind To Lawyers Day” Wolf Fan Favorite 5 Countdown

Here’s tonight’s WOLF FAN FAVORITE FIVE, the five most popular songs in North Texas, as chosen by YOU. Brought to you by Southern Junction in Rockwall.  ‪#‎995wfff‬ Vote for your favorite song at 995thewolf.com/vote, or call in your vote, along with your requests or dedications to 888-787-1995, e-mail at [email protected], or post ’em on Facebook or Twitter (@995thewolfdfw @BillBowen995).…

New Chris Stapleton album to include tune from Texas music legend Gary P Nunn!

New Chris Stapleton album to include tune from Texas music legend Gary P Nunn!

Chris Stapleton announced a new album to be released May 5, 2017. One of the tracks on the new album titled From A Room: Vol. 1, is a song co-written by Texas music legend Gary P Nunn. The song “The Last Thing I Needed The First Thing This Morning” was also recorded by Willie Nelson, released on…

Reba McEntire, John Prine, Jason Isbell & More to Headline Fundraiser at the Ryman on May 3

Reba McEntire, John Prine, Jason Isbell & More to Headline Fundraiser at the Ryman on May 3

Reba McEntire, John Prine and Jason Isbell will headline Love Letters—Thistle Farms’ 20th anniversary fundraiser—on May 3 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Thistle Farms helps female survivors of trafficking, prostitution and addiction by providing safe and supportive housing, the opportunity for economic independence and a strong community of advocates and partners. Founded by Becca Stevens in…

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Keep Those Texas Babies Reading

Keep Those Texas Babies Reading

Getting our kids to read in the summer can sometimes be challenging but there are lots of teacher approved ideas and incentive programs available to keep them on track! They can earn game tokens from our Friends at Chuck E Cheese who has tons of rewards ideas for being a good student and a good…