Fellow Artists and Friends Remember and Mourn The Loss of Musical Legend Jimmy Capps
Musicians Hall of Fame member and Grand Ole Opry veteran Jimmy Capps has passed away at age 81 due to health complications. After getting his start with The Louvin Brothers, Jimmy went on to become one of the most sought after session players in Nashville. Some of the incredible recordings you can hear Capps on are The Oak Ridge Boys’ “Elvira,” “Sail Away,” Tammy Wynette’s “Stand By Your Man,” Barbara Mandrell’s “Sleeping Single In A Double Bed,” “I was Country When Country Wasn’t Cool,” George Jones’ “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” Ronnie Milsap’s “Smokey Mountain Rain,” and “Legend In My Time,” as well as other artists such as Janie Fricke, Lacy J. Dalton, Andy Williams, Ray Charles, Mac Davis, Moe Bandy, Joe Stampley, Johnny Paycheck, John Conlee and countless more. As a staff member of the Grand Ole Opry since 1967, Capps has remained a solid foundation in Music City and can be seen on Country’s Family Reunion and as “Sheriff” Jimmy Capps on Larry’s Country Diner. Jimmy was not only a musical prodigy, but a friend to many in the music and entertainment industry.
Fellow Singer/Songwriters and Friends Remember and Mourn the Loss of Rock ‘N’ Roll Icon Little Richard
Grammy Award winning, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame member, Little Richard, the mastermind behind legendary hits “Long Tall Sally,” “Rip It Up,” “Good Golly Miss Molly,” “Tutti Frutti” and many more, has passed away at the age of 87. Little Richard’s music broke racial barriers and his impressionable style shattered all that was standard. The eccentric star paved the way for other stand-out acts with his unique nature, flamboyant flair and inspiring innovations to culture. With an unmatched career of stellar achievements, the musical giant leaves behind an unforgettable legacy. Little Richard was not only a distinct entertainer but a friend to many in the music industry.
Fellow Artists and Friends Remember and Mourn The Loss of Grand Ole Opry Great Jan Howard and Country Music’s “Pickup Man,” Joe Diffie
Nineties country-music hitmaker Joe Diffie died Sunday, March 29th due to complications related to COVID-19. The feel-good tunes that Diffie created continue to bless fans around the world. In all, Diffie charted 18 Top 10 singles, with the majority reaching the top five, including 1993 radio essentials “Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox (If I Die)” and iconic song, “John Deere Green.” Diffie’s popular hits also include “Home,” “Third Rock From the Sun,” “Pickup Man,” “If the Devil Danced (In Empty Pockets),” and “Bigger Than the Beatles.”
Chart-topping country leading lady and 49 year member of the Grand Ole Opry, Jan Howard, died peacefully on Saturday, March 28th at age 91 in Gallatin, Tennessee. In 1960 Howard relocated from Los Angeles to Nashville, where she began appearing on the Opry. Howard would sing demos of songs including “I Fall to Pieces,” a monumental success for Patsy Cline. Howard would also team with Opry star Bill Anderson on a number of duets, including her sole number one, “For Loving You.” After a recording career with Capitol Records, she was signed to Decca’s label, landing a top five single with “Evil on Your Mind.”
Friends and fellow artists mourn the tragic losses and recall fond memories that they’ve shared and will forever cherish with Jan Howard and Joe Diffie.
Shane Owens Releases New Album ‘Thankful For Country Music’
(Download high res artwork) Available digitally everywhere today, with physical copies out on December 13 from Amerimonte Records: smarturl.it/SOThankful Celebrates with album release show in Dothan, Alabama at the Dothan Opera House, Dec. 6 at 7 pm Owens set to host...
Country Rebel Premieres New “Hard Luck Girl” Video From Shane Owens
Owens announces new album, Thankful For Country Music, available everywhere Dec. 6 from Amerimonte Records "Hard Luck Girl" available everywhere NOW: smarturl.it/hardluckgirl Shane continues with his string of new, traditional country inspired releases. Another...
Charley Pride, Crystal Gayle, T. Graham Brown, Oak Ridge Boys, JD Shelburne, Shane Owens, Tim Atwood To Appear & Perform During CMA Fest 2019
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Shane Owens To Make CRS Return With New Single “Love To Try Them On”
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SHANE OWENS TO RE-RELEASE ‘CHRISTMAS IN DIXIE’ SINGLE FOR HOLIDAYS; SET TO HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR ‘CAST FOR A CURE’ CHARITY EVENT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Neo-Traditional Country singer and Alabama native Shane Owens is re-releasing his holiday tune "Christmas In Dixie," a song originally sung by Country Music Hall of Fame members, Alabama. Originally released in 2017, Owens blends his rich and bold...
SHANE OWENS’ NEW SINGLE “19” IMPACTING COUNTRY RADIO NOW
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Shane Owens’ patriotic tribute song, “19” will pull at your heartstrings. Arguably one of the best written songs about our military, the lyrics are a sobering reminder of the dangers our military members face every day. Click here to purchase “19.”...
SHANE OWENS TO MAKE HIS NETWORK TELEVISION DEBUT ON FOX & FRIENDS MAY 28 AND HALLMARK CHANNEL MAY 29
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Neo-Traditional country singer, Shane Owens, will make his network television debut on "Fox & Friends" Sunday May 28 and on Hallmark Channel's "Home & Family" Monday May 29. On "Fox & Friends", Owens will perform his latest single, “All...