The Oak Ridge Boys have sold over 41 million units worldwide and are synonymous with “America, apple pie, baseball, and country music.” In addition to their awards and accolades in the country music field, the Oaks have garnered five GRAMMY® Awards, nine GMA DOVE Awards, and two American Music Awards. The group—Joe Bonsall, Duane Allen, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban, members of the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame (2015 Inductees) and the Grand Ole Opry (since 2011)—is known worldwide as one of recording history’s most extraordinary musical successes. They have charted single after single and album after album, celebrating two double-platinum albums and more than 30 Top 10 hits, including No. 1 chart-toppers “Elvira,” “Bobbie Sue,” “Thank God For Kids,” “American Made,” and “Y’All Come Back Saloon,” among dozens more.
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The Oak Ridge Boys Announce Christmas In Tennessee Show at Gaylord Opryland Resort
GRAMMY® Award-winning and Country Music Hall of Fame members, The Oak Ridge Boys, will return to the Gaylord Opryland Resort to celebrate the holiday season at home this year with a 32-show residency as part of the resort’s 39th annual ‘A Country Christmas’ event. The Oaks’ ‘Christmas in Tennessee’ Dinner Show, November 23 – December 25, 2022, features a delicious holiday meal prepared by the resort’s culinary team followed by the Oaks and their band performing Christmas classics, new favorites, and many of the timeless hits that have shaped their legendary career. For more information on ‘Christmas in Tennessee’, visit OakRidgeBoys.com.
Janie Fricke, Moe Bandy, And More Added to The Country Music Cruise
The 9th Annual Country Music Cruise is set to sail January 22-29, 2023, and is already 90% sold out. Organizers today announced the addition of Janie Fricke, Moe Bandy, and Sarah Gayle Meech to an already exciting lineup. The seven-day Country Music Party At Sea aboard Holland America’s stunning Nieuw Amsterdam ship will feature more than 100 live performances and make stops in scenic St. Maarten and San Juan.
HELPING A HERO TELETHON WINS THREE NATIONAL TELLY AWARDS
When you gather some of music’s greatest hitmakers and put them on a stage to raise money for veterans, along with “Southern Cooking Queen” Paula Deen, you are bound to have something special. That is exactly what happened when Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Sam Moore was joined by T. Graham Brown, Lee Brice, Michael Ray, Janie Fricke, Darryl Worley, and Tim Rushlow to perform “Soul Man”. That performance along with those from Crystal Gayle (Don’t I Make My Brown Eyes Blue), Debby Boone (You Light Up My Life), John Conlee (They Also Serve), Darryl Worley (Have You Forgotten), The Oak Ridge Boys (Elvira), The Gatlin Brothers (All The Gold In California), Home Free (America, My Country Tis Of Thee), The Frontmen (medley of hits), and co-host Lee Greenwood (God Bless The USA) helped bring such awareness to the Helping A Hero organization that the special presentation was honored with three (3) national Telly Awards for “Best Use of Influencer” in a non-profit, “Charitable Branded Content”, and “Not-for-Profit Live Stream”.
TUNE-IN ALERT: LEE GREENWOOD & PAULA DEEN TO HOST HELPING A HERO TELETHON TONIGHT AT 8/7c ON NEWSMAX
As Helping A Hero has already awarded over 150 homes to veterans across 24 states, Johnny Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops, issued the 100 Homes Challenge to help fund the next 100 homes. As part of the challenge, Lee Greenwood and Paula Deen will serve as hosts of the Helping A Hero Telethon airing Sunday, May 22nd, at 8e/7c PM on Newsmax and Newsmax.tv.
COUNTRY MUSIC COMMUNITY MOURNS THE LOSS OF NAOMI JUDD
The country music community was rocked today with the tragic news of the sudden passing of country music giant Naomi Judd.
The Oak Ridge Boys Nominated for “Best Spiritual Record” 2022 A2IM Libera Award
GRAMMY® Award-winning and Country Music Hall of Fame members, The Oak Ridge Boys are excited to announce the nomination of their Front Porch Singin’ album by the 2022 A2IM Libera Awards for “Best Spiritual Record.” Other nominees in the category include Blind Boys of Alabama feat. Bela Fleck, Hiss Golden Messenger, Natalie Bergman, and Wande feat. Porsche Love. The Libera Awards created by the American Association of Independent Music and presented by Merlin celebrate the success of independent music and will be held in person on June 16, 2022, in New York City.
William Lee Golden and The Goldens ‘Golden Classics’: ‘Old ‘Country Church’, ‘Country Roads’, and ‘Southern Accents’ Triple-Album Is Available Now
Country and Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member William Lee Golden and his sons ‘The Goldens’ have released their long-awaited three albums, ‘Old Country Church,’ ‘Country Roads,’ and ‘Southern Accents.’ The group came together in perfect harmony to record over 30 classic songs spread amongst several genres, all having impacted their lives throughout the years. Each family member brings their own distinct flair to their favorite tunes, which will leave fans with the collection of albums on repeat. Multiple tracks from the ‘Golden Classics’ have been exclusively premiered by various outlets and all three albums are available on all streaming platforms now!
Country Music Community and Friends Mourn the Loss of Jeff Carson
Country music hitmaker and Academy of Country Music award-winner Jeff Carson died of a heart attack at Williamson Medical Center in Franklin, Tennessee at the age of 58. Fellow artists and friends mourn the loss of their friend and share memories of a true mentor, Jeff Carson…
William Lee Golden and The Goldens New Three-Volume Collection, Golden Classics Available For Digital Pre-order Now
Country and Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member William Lee Golden and his sons ‘The Goldens’ delight fans with the release of their take on the classically loved tune “Take It Easy,” from their upcoming album, ‘Southern Accents.’ William Lee Golden and The Golden’s version of the Eagles’ hit song highlights each member’s talent through their smooth vocals and brilliant harmonies. The single showcases the fun-loving group’s relationship and positive energy. ‘Southern Accents’ is one of 3 albums that will be released on Friday, March 25, along with ‘Country Roads’ and ‘Old Country Church.’ ‘Golden Classics’ is the highly anticipated three-volume set that contains over 30 songs spread across several genres that all have an impact on the lives and careers of William Lee Golden and The Goldens. The Goldens’ current single, “Take it Easy” will be instantly downloaded for all digital pre-orders on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more today! William Lee Golden and The Goldens will also be featured on Larry’s Country Diner on RFD-TV on Thursday, March 17th, at 7 p.m. CT and again on Saturday, March 19th at 10 p.m. CT.
William Lee Golden and The Goldens New Three-Volume Collection, Golden Classics Available For Digital Pre-order Now
Country and Gospel Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry member William Lee Golden and his sons ‘The Goldens’ delight fans with the release of their take on the classically loved tune “Take It Easy,” from their upcoming album, ‘Southern Accents.’ William Lee Golden and The Golden’s version of the Eagles’ hit song highlights each member’s talent through their smooth vocals and brilliant harmonies. The single showcases the fun-loving group’s relationship and positive energy. ‘Southern Accents’ is one of 3 albums that will be released on Friday, March 25, along with ‘Country Roads’ and ‘Old Country Church.’ ‘Golden Classics’ is the highly anticipated three-volume set that contains over 30 songs spread across several genres that all have an impact on the lives and careers of William Lee Golden and The Goldens. The Goldens’ current single, “Take it Easy” will be instantly downloaded for all digital pre-orders on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music, and more today! William Lee Golden and The Goldens will also be featured on Larry’s Country Diner on RFD-TV on Thursday, March 17th, at 7 p.m. CT and again on Saturday, March 19th at 10 p.m. CT.