This is A Day in the Country with Paul Koffy – April 30th On this day in 2020, Gabby Barrett was at number-one with “I Hope” In 2015 Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush” is certified Gold On this day in 2013, Kenny Chesney released his album Life On A Rock which includes the fan-favorite song “Pirate Flag” In 2006, Pat Green…
The folks at Wide Open Country have put together a list of 15 of the most iconic Texas/Red Dirt acts in history. From Creager to CCR (For those of us in Texas there’s only one CCR), it’s a pretty impressive list. The full rundown: 15. Charlie Robison 14. Jamie Lin Wilson 13. Kelly Willis 12. Cross…
It was 20 years ago with the push of a button, Texas music history was made that would change the landscape of radio in DFW forever. Our own Smokey Rivers was there, in fact, it was Smokey who pushed the button that launched the Wolf and he sat down on the Front Porch to talk…
Texas troubadour Pat Green will get a special present on his upcoming 46th birthday on April 5 with the release of a tribute album. Dancehall Dreamin’: A Tribute to Pat Green will feature many of Pat’s most beloved songs—including “Wave on Wave” and “Three Days”—performed by a who’s who of Texas singer/songwriters, including Aaron Watson,…
NCD hosted more than 80 podcasts in 2017, including featuring a handful of guests who are the proud sons of Texas: Aaron Watson, Pat Green, Josh Abbott, Granger Smith and Wade Bowen. In addition to sharing their unique Lone Star State perspectives, the singer/songwriters talked about making their new albums, spreading their distinctive brand of…
Let the festivities begin on May 5—it’s time to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, a holiday to commemorate the Mexican army’s victory over the French in 1862. In addition to partaking in traditional Mexican food and libations, enjoy the holiday with our Texas Country/Red Dirt playlist that features cinco of our favorite odes to Mexico. “Somewhere…
Pat Green needs your help, Texas. Pat’s puppy pug, Ugg, is missing. Ugg ran away Monday (April 17) as Pat was getting gas at an Exxon station near Jarrell, Texas, on a trip from Fort Worth to Austin. According to Pat’s assistant, via The Statesman, “Pat chased after her as far as he could. She…
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…