7/18/01 courtesy of
"Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com
from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Evans' Born to Fly Soars to
Platinum
Sara Evans
was surprised with a platinum album award Sunday night (July 15)
backstage of the Girls' Night Out show at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The award was
presented to Evans by RCA top brass Joe Galante and Butch Waugh for selling more than a
million copies of her third album, Born to Fly. The album is her first to reach platinum status. Fittingly, her currrent single is called
"I Could Not Ask for More." Evans was deeply moved by the reaction of band
members, crew, family and friends that greeted with her wild applause and shouts of
congratulations. 07/17/01 www.country.com
7/17/01 courtesy of "Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Keith to Launch CMT Total Release Series in September
Toby Keith will be the first
artist featured in the new, limited CMT series, CMT Total Release, which premieres at 7 p.m. ET Sept. 8.
"Viewers will get a real sense of what it's like to be in the shoes of country music
celebrities," said Kaye Zusmann, CMT's vice president of program development and
production. "It's the real story. Each episode will focus entirely on one artist.
We'll spend time with them on the road, in the studio, and also find out what they do when
they're not working -- all with insight and details on their newest music release."
The first episode will profile Keith's upcoming album, Pull My Chain. There also will be
an advance look at two of Keith's upcoming music videos, "I Wanna Talk About Me"
and "My List." 07/14/01 www.country.com
7/14/01 courtesy of "Bill" thefan1580@aol.com from suzy-bogguss@topica.com
Suzy Bogguss Archive http://bogguss0.tripod.com/archive
Welll, it's done. More or
less. The Suzy Bogguss Archive is up and running again. There are more photos than the old
site, a discography, album and concert reviews, and enough links to keep you busy for
weeks. The concert reviews have been taken from topica.com,
so if I used your review and you don't want me to, let me know. I'll remove it
immediately. Also, if want to review an album or concert, have a fan story, or anything
related to Suzy that you want to share, click on "contact me" on the site and
send me an e-mail. I'll post it on the site. Take a look, sign the guestbook and let
me know what you think. http://bogguss0.tripod.com/archive
Thanks.
Bill
7/14/01 courtesy
of RebaGuy1@aol.com from suzy-bogguss@topica.com
Here are the top 49
selling female country artists: (my fav next to Suzy is
# 1 lol!):
# 1 - Reba McEntire (34
million)
# 2 - Shania Twain (31 million)
# 3 - Dixie Chicks (19 million)
# 4 - Faith Hill (16 million)
# 5 - LeAnn Rimes (14.5 million)
# 6 - Patsy Cline (12.5 million)
# 6 - Anne Murray (12.5 million)
# 8 - Trisha Yearwood (11.5 million)
# 9 - Dolly Parton (10.5 million)
# 10 - The Judds (10 million)
# 11 - Mary Chapin Carpenter (7.5 million)
# 11 - Tanya Tucker (7.5 million)
# 11 - Wynonna (7.5 million)
# 14 - Martina McBride (6.5 million)
# 14 - Lorrie Morgan (6.5 million)
# 16 - Deana Carter (5.5 million)
# 16 - Patty Loveless (5.5 million)
# 18 - Emmylou Harris (5 million)
# 19 - Crystal Gayle (4 million)
# 19 - Loretta Lynn (4 million)
# 21 - Kathy Mattea (3.5 million)
# 21 - Pam Tillis (3.5 million)
# 21 - Lee Ann Womack (3.5 million)
# 24 - Suzy Bogguss (2.5 million)
# 24 - Terri Clark (2.5 million)
# 24 - Jessi Colter (2.5 million)
# 24 - Alison Krauss (2.5 million)
# 24 - Mindy McCready (2.5 million)
# 24 - Jo Dee Messina (2.5 million)
# 24 - Tammy Wynette (2.5 million)
# 31 - Juice Newton (2 million)
# 31 - K.T. Oslin (2 million)
# 33 - Rosanne Cash (1.5 million)
# 33 - Lila McCann (1.5 million)
# 33 - Dottie West (1.5 million)
# 36 - Lynn Anderson (1 million)
# 36 - Debby Boone (1 million)
# 36 - Sara Evans (1 million)
# 36 - Bobby Gentry (1 million)
# 36 - Barbara Mandrell (1 million)
# 36 - SHeDAISY (1 million)
# 42 - Jessica Andrews (500,000)
# 42 - Holly Dunn (500,000)
# 42 - Donna Fargo (500,000)
# 42 - The Kinleys (500,000)
# 42 - Jeannie C. Riley (500,000)
# 42 - Sylvia (500,000)
# 42 - Lari White (500,000)
# 42 - Chely Wright (500,000)
7/14/01 courtesy of "Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Nelson Builds Musical Bridges With Divide
Lee Ann Womack and
Willie Nelson team up on a Bernie Taupin tune, "Mendocino County Line," on The Great Divide, a new Nelson
album due Sept. 25. Also guesting with Nelson: Alison Krauss, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, Kid Rock, Matchbox
Twenty's Rob Thomas and soul ace Brian McKnight. Nelson wrote only one song on the project, according to USA
Today. Others come from Taupin, Thomas and Mickey Newbury. 07/13/01 www.country.com
7/14/01 courtesy of "Nic" pattyfan828@prodigy.net from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Mountain Soul
For those who are
unaware, Patty is not getting very much radio play at all. It's up to all of us to help
her and get out there and request her music! She needs us now, and I know we, her fans
wont let her down:0) What I have been doing for the past few singles is emailing every
radio in every single state in the United States that have a website. You can go to their
site, and simply look for "request" or "contact us". I simply request
the newest Patty song or for them to add it to their playlist (believe it or not, many
stations do not have her on their playlist.). Now, there are PLENTY of email addresses on
this list. Some may not want to do all these states. Some may want only their state. Go
for it:-) I've just chosen to do all fifty states to get her out there. Yes, it does take
some time. It usually takes me about two weeks to get all fifty states done and thats
about 4 hours every night Im online- but getting her on the radio is WORTH all of that
time. Patty really needs more radio play. It's up to all of us to make sure she gets that
radio play that she deserves! https://www.angelfire.com/tn/pattyradio/radio.html
is the link to the listing of all 50 states.
Patty Hugs,
Nicole
*"Mountain Soul" - the brand new Bluegrass album by Patty
Loveless is available in stores on JUNE 26TH! Dont wait, order your copy online
now! Visit www.amazon.com or www.cdnow.com for more information! Support
Patty!
7/13/01 courtesy of The_Country_Star@jonescorp.Unitymail.Net
from G*A*C http://www.countrystars.com
GIRLS NIGHT OUT ON G*A*C JULY
21 & 22!
G*A*C is proud to be
the National Television Media sponsor for the "Girls Night Out Tour" featuring REBA, MARTINA, SARA, JAMIE and more...G*A*C
is planning to celebrate with a "GIRLS NIGHT OUT WEEKEND" Be sure to watch
July 21st and 22nd 8pm to 11 pm Eastern as we play all the ladies of country; featuring
the artists on the tour plus many
more ... from JESSICA ANDREWS to TRISHA YEARWOOD. It's an all girl
celebration on G*A*C!
G*A*C GOES "BEHIND
THE SCENES" WITH TRICK PONY!
Hosted by John Hendricks. NOW FEATURED: Jul 10 - 16: TRICK PONY.
Next week look for MARK WILLS to hit the set! CLICK FOR SHOW TIMES
http://www.countrystars.com/bts.html
7/13/01 courtesy
of "Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com
from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Crazy for Dr Pepper
LeAnn Rimes will portray a
modern-day Patsy Cline in an upcoming Dr Pepper television commercial. No word yet on when
the ad will air. In other news, LeAnn is set to perform July 21 at the Merritt Mountain
Music Festival in British Columbia, Canada. www.Curb.com
7/13/01 courtesy
of "Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com
from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Rascal Flatts Dressed Down by Haggard
Rascal Flatts are big fans
of Merle Haggard, and were thrilled when offered
the chance to meet him. "He said, 'Well what kind of music do you boys play?'"
recalls RF's Jay DeMarcus. "And I said, 'Well we play country, Mr. Haggard.' And he
said, 'Not with them damn earrings you don't.'" (WGAR) www.wgar.com
7/12/01 courtesy of "Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
"Opry Live" Moving To CMT
-- Grand Old Opry Live
is moving moving from the The National Network (TNN)
to CMT, on Aug. 18. The show will expand from 30 minutes to an hour and will air three
times each weekend instead of the current two times. The new format will combine Opry
stage performances with behind-the-scenes footage.
"This will attract new viewers to CMT while exposing the Opry's legends to CMT's
younger demographic mix. It also allows rising artists on the Opry another avenue to
attract new fans," said Carl Kornmeyer, president of the Music, Media &
Entertainment Group of Gaylord Entertainment Company, which owns the Opry.
CMT will telecast Grand Ole Opry Live at 8 p.m. ET Saturdays, with repeats
airing at 11 p.m. ET Saturdays and 11 a.m. ET Sundays.
7/11/01 courtesy of "Abbey" abluvmus@columbus.rr.com from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
Tennison Engaged
Chalee Tennison recently accepted a
marriage proposal from guitarist Mark Gillespie after dating him for four months.
Gillespie presented the country star with a ring containing the diamond from his
great-grandmother's engagement ring. No word on the date of the wedding. The marriage will
be Tennison's fourth. 07/09/01 www.country.com
7/04/01 courtesy of "Tami" staceykostesfans@aol.com from staceykostesfans@yahoogroups.com
Stacey Kostes New
Album Update
Stacey and Bob (her
husband/producer) are working on a NEW ALBUM! They are starting work this summer on
a Christmas album. This is going to be another great way for
Stacey to showcase her amazing talent!! Stacey and Bob hope to have the album
completed sometime in November. So guess what? You now have your Holiday shopping
all done-- Stacey Kostes CDs for EVERYONE on your list!! What better way to
celebrate the holidays!?
Stacey and Bob are choosing songs to include on the album and in light of this good news,
I'm going to hold a little contest. I want to hear everyone's favorite holiday tune. Who
knows? Maybe it will be one of Stacey's favorites too and she'll record it! Everyone that
sends me their favorite song will be entered into a drawing for a cool "Stacey
prize"!
I'll post the favorites after a winner is chosen on July 25 (sort of like Christmas in
July!). You've got 22 days so cover yourself in holiday cheer and get to work!!! No
slouchers!
In more good news, "It's
A Girl Thing" has
continued steady sales through web promotion. Let's keep those sales climbing! The more we
get Stacey's name out there to the public, the more visible she becomes. Stacey is doing
her part in Nashville, let's help her out all we can!
Keep believing,
Tami Olin
7/03/01 courtesy of "Abbey" abluvmus@earthlink.net from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
CARLENE CARTER OUT ON BOND
In case you hadn't heard, Carlene Carter, has been released
on bond after
she and Howie Epstein were stopped for exceeding the speed limit. When the
car they were driving was reported stolen, a search of the vehicle turned up
a quantity of black tar heroin and drug paraphernalia and the couple was
arrested. Carter is best known for her early 90's hits "I Fell In Love" and
"Every Little Thing." Epstein is a member of Tom Petty's band. (Nashville
Update) www.countrystars.com
7/03/01 courtesy
of "Abbey" abluvmus@earthlink.net
from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
THE "GIRLS" HELP
AMERICA'S HUNGRY
Folks buying tickets for
the upcoming "Girls'
Night Out"
tour, which features Reba
McEntire, Martina McBride, Sara Evans, Jamie O'Neal and Carolyn Dawn Johnson, will be able to do more than see a
fantastic show.Sure, you can't think of many things more exciting than seeing these ladies
onstage -- but what if you could help needy people in your area? It has been announced
that the "Girls' Night Out" tour has entered into a charitable partnership with
USA Harvest. You might recall that USA Harvest joined Reba on her "Singer's
Diary" tour a couple of years ago and collected an impressive 46,800+ pounds of food.
To give you an idea of just how huge that is -- consider that 46,000 pounds of food
translates into over 92,000 meals! Here's the thing -- USA Harvest doesn't accept money --
they only take donations of food and they're supported solely by volunteers. Here's how
the partnership works. Between July 13th and August 18th, USA Harvest will place
collection points at each of the concert venues (except for Las Vegas, Paso Robles,
California and Louisville, Kentucky). All you need to do is bring your donation of
non-perishable food. Here's the best part -- the items will be distributed locally by USA
Harvest, which has become America's fastest growing program to feed the nation's hungry.
In 14 years, the agency has grown to annually distribute between 355 and 375 million
pounds of food to soup kitchens and missions across the nation. To find out when the
"Girls'
Night Out" tour is coming to your area, log on to Reba's official website, www.Reba.com. For more information on USA Harvest,
check out their website,
www.USAHarvest.com , or call 1-800-USA-4-FOOD.
(T-100) http://www.wclt.com
7/02/01 courtesy of "Abbey" abluvmus@earthlink.net from countryqueens@yahoogroups.com
LILA McCANN, A YOUNG WOMAN OF
COUNTRY, IS A FEATURED ARTIST ON WWW.WOMENOFCOUNTRY.COM
Lila McCann,
platinum-selling country singer, will be the featured artist for the month of August on www.womenofcountry.com. The 19-year-old
will talk about her new album COMPLETE on the Warner Bros. Label and how her career and
life have changed recently. That is just the tip of the iceberg. www.Womenofcountry.com prides itself on
asking artists questions they do not typically get, so there may be some surprise answers
in store!
Lila is one of the most popular artists on the Internet. She has been known to attract up
to 4,000 chatters at any given time while online. Visitors to the Women of Country web
site will have the chance to win a Lila McCann grand prize package which includes a
promotional limited edition four CD set, with all three Lila albums plus radio singles and
a personally autographed Lila poster made out to the lucky winner.
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