Today, Monday May 30th, is Memorial Day. We honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving in the US military ever year on the last Monday in May. The day, originally called Decoration Day, started after the US Civil War…but would have to wait 100 years to become an official federal holiday…… MORE
Tim McGraw Shares the Story Behind His Song – “If You’re Reading This”
As many stop and reflect on this Memorial Day about the sacrifices that the military make – one of the songs that a lot of people turn to is Tim McGraw‘s “If You’re Reading This.” Tim premiered the song during the 2007 ACM Awards in Las Vegas – after his performance the crowd in tears…… MORE
Looking Back at the National Memorial Day Concert & Country Music
Craig Morgan represented country music at this year’s National Memorial Day Concert with his performance at during the ceremony. We’re looking back over the past couple of years and the artists that have appeared on the program… In 2021 Mickey Guyton performed the National Anthem… During the 2020 National Memorial Day concert, Trace Adkins performed…… MORE
Rodney Atkins Thinks Memorial Day is the Most Important American Holiday
The connection between country music and the US Military has a long rich history with deep ties bonding the two. Rodney Atkins is just one of the many country artists who does all his can to honor the military, and this day honoring the fallen means something special to him, “I can’t not go through…… MORE
Justin Moore Salutes the Men and Women of the Military Who Gave Their All
Justin Moore is just one of the many, many grateful Americans who is in awe of the military personnel and the sacrifices they make so we can have our freedoms. Justin shares, “I can’t imagine going halfway across the world and be put in really dangerous situations and life-threatening situations, and they sign up for…… MORE
Craig Morgan Set To Appear at the 33rd Annual National Memorial Day Concert, Sunday May 29th
The connection between country music and the military runs deep – but that connection has no closer tie than Craig Morgan. Craig is a Army veteran who served nearly a decade in the 101st, and 82nd, Airborne Divisions, and then spent time in the reserves as well for a total of 15 year career. Sunday,…… MORE
Jimmie Allen’s Not Here To Change Country Music – He’s Just Here to Add To It
Jimmie Allen‘s out with a new collaboration with Jennifer Lopez called “On My Way.” Jimmie shares “I meet Jennifer for the first time In 2010 as a contestant on American Idol. Soon as I heard ‘I’m Real’, I told myself one day we would do a song together and It happened. I’m honored to be…… MORE
Brandon Davis’ Hearts Don’t Rust the Acoustic EP is Available Now
Brandon Davis is giving fans a new take on his music with the Hearts Don’t Rust – Acoustic EP – which is out now! The 5-track EP features 4 songs from from his album Hearts Don’t Rust, and one new track. Talking about the project, Brandon says, “I spent the first two years of my…… MORE
Dillon Carmichael Hitting the Road with Brothers Osborne, Brooks & Dunn, Kip Moore, & Cody Johnson
Dillon Carmichael‘s getting ready to set off on a tour schedule that will see him playing shows all over the nation through mid-September. Along with his own shows, Dillon will be out with Brothers Osborne, Brooks & Dunn, Kip Moore, and Cody Johnson. Check out Dillon’s schedule here… Fri., May 27 | The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre…… MORE
Eric Church Shares a Video Recap of the Gather Again Tour
This past weekend Eric Church‘s 9-month 51-city Gather Again tour wrapped up in New York City at the word famous Madison Square Garden. The Chief in charge is sharing a video thank you to the fans that came out for the shows from the crew that made it happen. Watch it here… Photo Credit: Anthony…… MORE
Playlist
WUWTWS Blog
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…