Yearly Archives: 2017

First Round of 2017 CMA Awards Announced for Radio Stations and Personalities

First Round of 2017 CMA Awards Announced for Radio Stations and Personalities

The Country Music Association announced its first round of winners for 2017 CMA Awards, which included top honors for radio stations and radio personalities. Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley will team up for the 10th time to co-host the upcoming CMA Awards, which will air live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on Wednesday, Nov. 8,…

Your “Face Your Fears 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.  ‪#‎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 to [email protected], or post ’em on Facebook or Twitter (@995thewolfdfw @BillBowen995). And be sure to tune in weeknights at 9 when we count ’em down. 5.  Boy — Lee Brice 4.  Wild As You…

Kane Brown’s “What Ifs” Dethrones Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” After a Record 34 Weeks Atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart

Kane Brown’s “What Ifs” Dethrones Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” After a Record 34 Weeks Atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs Chart

After a record 34 weeks atop Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, Sam Hunt’s “Body Like a Back Road” has been dethroned by Kane Brown’s “What Ifs,” featuring Lauren Alaina. Sam’s “Body Like a Back Road” had reigned supreme for 34 straight weeks atop the chart, which shattered the 24-week record set by Florida Georgia Line’s…

“Nash Next 2017” Competition Announces Its 10 Finalists

“Nash Next 2017” Competition Announces Its 10 Finalists

After more than five months of competition, Nash Next 2017 has announced its 10 finalists. In May, Cumulus Media and Big Machine Label Group invited aspiring country artists and bands to participate in Nash Next 2017, a grassroots talent search and artist development program for country music. Sponsored nationally by Country Inns & Suites by…

Kenny Rogers to Be Inducted Into the Music City Walk of Fame

Kenny Rogers to Be Inducted Into the Music City Walk of Fame

Following in the footprints of country stars like Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Randy Travis and more, Kenny Rogers will be inducted into the Music City Walk of Fame on Oct. 24 at 1 p.m. The Music City Walk of Fame—created in 2006—is a tribute to artists of all genres who have contributed to…

Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit: 2018 Tour

Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit: 2018 Tour

Jan. 18-20 Birmingham, AL Alabama Theatre Jan. 21 Little Rock, AR Robinson Center Jan. 23 Cedar Rapids, IA Paramount Theatre Jan. 24 Milwaukee, WI Riverside Theatre Jan. 27 Indianapolis, IN Murat Jan. 29 Pittsburgh, PA Heinz Hall Jan. 30 Buffalo, NY UB Center for the Arts Jan. 31 Albany, NY Palace Theatre Feb. 2 Providence,…

Watch Dierks Bentley Fly to Las Vegas to Visit First Responders & Hospital Staff

Watch Dierks Bentley Fly to Las Vegas to Visit First Responders & Hospital Staff

In the wake of the mass shooting in Las Vegas on Oct. 1, Dierks Bentley flew to Las Vegas on Oct. 9 to visit first responders and hospital staff at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada. Dierks posted a video and a handful of photos on Instagram to document his experience. The initial Instagram post…

Watch George Strait Send His Love and Prayers to 10-Year-Old Girl Battling Cancer

Watch George Strait Send His Love and Prayers to 10-Year-Old Girl Battling Cancer

George Strait posted a video message on the Facebook page of Heroes and Cops Against Childhood Cancer, sending his love to a 10-year-old girl named Bella, who is battling cancer. “Hey, Bella, it’s me, George Strait,” said George in the video. “Hey, darlin’, I heard you weren’t doing so well. I just want you to…

Hero Dog Stays With 2 yr-old Missouri Toddler Who Wandered From Home

Hero Dog Stays With 2 yr-old Missouri Toddler Who Wandered From Home

People Magazine reports a story that last Tuesday, William Odom, 2 years-old went missing, the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department, the neighborhood, and family began searching.  He was found sleeping in a truck, a quarter-mile from his home, just a few hours after the search started and he wasn’t alone, the family dog, Jezebel, was with him. “Every…

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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…