tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-156481212012-01-27T15:56:37.532-06:00Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.comBlogger15031100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-53444543584721481342012-01-27T15:40:00.002-06:002012-01-27T15:45:13.062-06:00

KILT just got our hands on the brand new Randy Rogers Band single, "Last Last Chance" from their current album, "Burning The Day".  Now we need you to vote on it so see who likes it, and who doesn't.  Don't miss the "7th Annual Sake Of The Song" festival coming up March 15th-18th on the beautiful Frio River in Concan Texas!  Live music, beer, & tubing for all!  Click here for details.  Make sure

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It's been a while since my name showed up on one of these lists (it was actually for the CMA Music Director of the year more than a few years back). But I do see a few names I recognize - and maybe a few you that you will - on the nominee list for the ACM Awards this year. Twenty-five country radio stations, and numerous local and national air personalities, landed nominations this morning for

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Check out the performance of "For You I Do" From the SURRENDER album on MyFOX Houston below! It was 3 and 1/2 years in the making, but Texas country musician Roger Creager is excited to present his most recent CD as he prepares to perform in several venues throughout the Houston area. "Surrender," released on Tuesday, Jan. 17, is Creager's first CD since "Here It Is," which was released in

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Some years back I had about 10 seconds to rub shoulders with Merle Haggard. Long enough to snap a photo but that was about it. I didn't have time to tell him all the things a fan and a radio programmer would like to tell such a country music icon. I'm sure it's all stuff he has heard a hundred times. Not I would have been able to say I said it to him persoanlly. Now the Hag is in the hospital

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If you are a RodeoHouston goer over 21 with a need to party to some great music for FREE then The Hideout is for you! The Hideout was begun some 15 years ago by KILT radio as a place where rodeo fans could pop by for some acoustic music by up and coming stars (Shania Twain was one of our first performers!) In fact I used to broadcast my show from inside the tent every evening from 6 to 10pm on

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Here it is. The entertainment line up for this year's Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. It never makes everyone happy and there's always a couple clinkers. But I'd say for the most part it's spot on for good music, great draws and various demos. I'm thrilled to see Reba and Marinda and Chris Young (who I think is the one filling their shoes right now). You can keep The Band Perry. I'm sure

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Come hear Roger Creager sing songs from his new CD "Surrender". It's a free private Studio KILT concert with Roger Creager. But you can only win your tickets from KILT. Go to the KILT website or listen to KILT for all the details.

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KILT - where I do a few airshifts now and again - has posted their top 100 most played tunes of 2011. While Kenny Chesney, Lady A and The Band Perry are well represented, I was thrilled to see so many of your favorite Texas artists on the list. Including a couple of surprises in the top 10 (and at #1)!! It does take a little clicking to get through the list. But you may find a few suprises.

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The Texas Hall of Fame in Bryan/College Station is now closed. NEW YEARS EVE DANCE IS CANCELLED! Please submit all refund requests to txhallfame@aol.com or leave a message at 979-822-2222. Her's the announcement from the website Johnny Lyon's Texas Hall of Fame is officially closed. This closure is in keeping with Mr. Lyon's wishes and coordinated by his Estate Executives. The Management

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Every Sunday during football season I tease my Godson - who is a Cowboys fan - that my favorite team this week is "who ever plays the Cowboys." Seems I'm not the only one with a disike for the team from the Metroplex. I mean they aren't really the Dallas Cowboys because they play in a Roman Colosseum setting half way between Dallas and Ft Worth. Americans love a winner and that's not the Dallas

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"Cody Canada & The Departed" live in concert @ "Wunderbar Weite Welt" in Eppstein/Taunus, Germany. December 8th, 2011. Due to space restrictions they performed under quite unusual stage setup conditions. Here they obviously seem to enjoy the German beer (doing a re-"Prost") before playing the song: "Changes". Seth James is singing! Space on memory card was running out, so this song is not fully

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That glorious touchdown that tied the game Sunday against the Bengals. Here is the voice of the Texans, Marc Vandermeer, with the call. The Touchdown that Saved the Day by lelletee

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The Family lost a member recently. From Willie Nelson's website. We are deeply saddened by the death of Family member Dan "Bee" Spears, long time friend and bassist for Willie Nelson and Family. We are still in shock and gathering details as the day continues. He apparently died of accidental exposure at his property near Nashville, Tenn.

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I stole this from Laurie Kendrick over at the new News 92 FM. Military dogs play a critical role in helping keep our servicemen and women safe overseas. US Military K-9 Fund, a Houston organization, seeks your help to thank these war dogs — and their handlers — with care packages. Not just during the holidays, but year-round. Members of the US Military K-9 Fund will be out at the Cougar

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Twelve years ago the program director at KIKK/KILT in Houston saw the Tropical Storm Allison benefit I put together at the Firehouse. I had so many artists that wanted to help I didn't have room for them all and some couldn't bring their whole bands. Sooooo I had to come up with a solution that would be entertaining, bring out a crowd and make the artists who were volunteering their time happy.

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Still don't have tickets to join us for the 10 Man Jam tonight? Clay Walker, Jack Ingam. Darius Rucker, Martina McBride, Kevin Fowler, Eric Church - just a few of the KILT stars that will take the stage. Did I mention Alan Jackson too? Oh. Sorry. Him too. The last Ticket Stop is this afternoon from Noon to 2 at A C Collins Ford. KILT's afternoon guy Steve Rixx posted this just now on his

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The Houston Rockets are proud to announce the 10th Annual Rockets Run presented by Bowen, Miclette & Britt (BM&B), benefiting Autism Speaks* on Saturday, January 21. The Rockets are excited to celebrate their 10th year promoting community fitness in Houston. The unique course begins at Toyota Center, runs through Midtown Houston and back to the finish line, which is located right at center

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My KILT buddy Steve Rixx recently spent a good deal of time posting about the top 10 Texas music videos. On his list - on which you can view and vote - are Jack Ingram, Kevin Fowler, Pat Green and other big names on the Texas msuic scene. If you have your own suggestion he solicits that as well. And, Steve, I do have a suggestion. The BEST video ever from a Texas music artists is one that you

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Because he's having Whataburger and beer! Ok, well Jack Ingram is kidding about the Whataburger Christmas dinner with the family and half the interview covers what he is currently wearing… or not wearing. He does actually manage to sort of tell KILT's Foley and Thunder about his real holiday plans with his family. player.render('fileUrl=http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/

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Sunny Sweeney got herself hitched and I am w-a-y behind in letting you know! Congratulations are in order for Sunny Sweeney, and her new husband, Austin police seargent, Jeff Hellmer. They tied the knot on 11-11-11 at the Little White Chapel in Las Vegas! The bride and groom wrote their own vows to each other. Jeff, who is known to be quite the 80′s hair metal fanatic actually used the lyrics

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Every year when I was full time at KILT I read this on the air. Every year the office staff worked liked Santa's Elves to fax and email copies to listeners who wanted it. So since I am no longer able to read it to you, I will post it here. Please share with your friends and family. The Christian’s Twelve Days of Christmas!! The Twelve Days of Christmas are the 12 days between Christmas (

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My favorite country duo with my favorite of their tunes on my favorite Texas music show. Texas Music Scene - Saturday night on KPRC CH 2 right after Saturday Night Live.

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Every year Houstonians cap off their Thanksgiving at the Uptown Holiday Lighting. This free event is perfect for the whole family and great for entertaining out-of-town guests. When: Thursday, November 24 4 p.m. - Holiday Music and Concessions 5 p.m. - Merry Holiday Stage Show featuring local musical acts 7 p.m. - Santa lights the Boulevard and the Grand Fireworks Extravaganza It also

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One of the biggest events of the year for the city of Houston is the 62nd annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. This year’s holiday parade will take place on November 24, 2011 at 9 am. This event will include fabulous floats , performers, and even balloon characters! Its an event for all ages and keeps getting better every year. General admission is free, just find a spot on the parade route!

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Veteran’s Day is soon approaching and there are many restaurants and companies who want to thank our veterans by providing them with discounts or a free meal. To those companies offering veterans a free meal or discount, the military community gives a collective thanks! The goal is to share as many of these free meals and discounts with military veterans. The page I am linking will be

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-48194054226451659592011-11-09T11:11:00.001-06:002011-11-09T11:11:32.660-06:00

Season Tickets are on sale already for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo runs Feb. 28 - March 18, 2012 and four performers have already been announced. Alabama - Opening Night Tuesday Feb 28 Big Time Rush - Sunday March 4 Zac Brown Band - Monday March 12 Brad Paisley - saturday March 17 Get the same great seats to all 20 performances with Season Tickets, starting at $336 a seat, plus

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-1926113522689911752011-11-08T14:11:00.000-06:002011-11-08T14:11:04.652-06:00

Sure you can catch him at the KILT 10 Man Jam Dec 7 at the Verizon Wireless Theater. Jack Ingram is one of our favorite Texas guys! Glad to share a Tweet from him today. Had a great time last night in Dallas w/ the Anheuser-Busch folks. The Bud girls even hopped on stage for Barbie Doll!

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-38248704846648025802011-11-08T08:23:00.003-06:002011-11-08T08:31:16.956-06:00

Every year the KILT 10 Man Jam has a few surprise guests - usually we reserve those surprises for the night of the show. Clay Walker, John Rich and others have been "walk on" performers for us in the past. This year we've announced the extras a bit early. Alan Jackson, Kevin Fowler and Jack Ingram will all be there with the rest of the lineup. You can only win tickets from KILT. But there

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-42419075639163149992011-11-05T20:43:00.002-05:002011-11-05T20:44:24.779-05:00

Thursday night Texas own Eli Young Band performed on David Letterman. In case you missed it... And in case you need to know why Mike's wearing that big ol' coat....it was freakin' cold in that studio!

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-69860978418320840902011-11-05T07:56:00.001-05:002011-11-05T07:57:06.273-05:00

If you hadn't heard, Pat Green has changed record labels, He's come home to his roots and joined Sugar Hill Records. He will will release his 1st album on the label Feb 2012. "Songs We Wish We'd Written II" He recorded the first volume with Cory Morrow in 2001. “In a home with that many kids I listened to a little bit of everything from country and eighties music, to the best of Motown and

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-43992247418334471422011-11-04T07:56:00.002-05:002011-11-04T07:59:58.241-05:00

With the addition of the final two the KILT 10 Man Jam line up is complete. Stoney LaRue will make a contribution that will make folks who don't yet know him from the Red Dirt scene HUGE fans. Clay Walker - who has been a surprise guest for us in the past - will bring you to your feet as usual! Did I mention surprise guests?? Why "yes" I did. Who will they be this year? Oh, honey, I want to

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While the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame seems determined to ignore Lone Star icons like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Roky Erickson and Doug Sahm, the Texas Music Hall of Fame might soon offer some consolation. The newly minted institution will induct five members through an electoral panel of approximately 150 voters beginning in 2012. The site launched Oct. 19, the same day the new nonprofit hosted a

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Three more artists have been announced for the Dec 7 ! Gary Allan who's become a semi-regular since the early days of the event is back!Also added is Sara Evans - her 2nd show with us - and 2011 CMA Nominee Thompson Square were all added to the line-up this morning. Along with the two announced yesterday, we are halfway there!

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I'm gonna say it...this year's 10 Man Jam line-up is one of the best in years. (Yes, I know the performers. Mo I won't tell.) Darius Rucker was on the Foley and Thunder show this morning talking about the show and announcing his participation. He was a huge hit a couple years ago when he performed for us and we're thrilled to have him back. Josh Abbott from the Josh Abbott Band is also going

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-67736792113873203702011-10-29T08:58:00.002-05:002011-11-02T13:20:10.027-05:00

Gotta love when something new pops up on the radio that brings local voices back delivering local news and weather. Something - in my opinion - is sorely lacking and much needed in Houston. You'll recognize many of the names and voices back on the air - and I'm happy to say a few are friends. Radio One is set to silence black gospel "Praise 92.1" KROI, Seabrook, Texas, and go all-news - its

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I don't do "show picks" very often...so when I do you know it's gonna be great! Tomorrow night (THurs Oct 27) at Dosey Doe in the Woodlands three young women will be performing an acoustic show together. Catie Curtis & Susan Gibson & Bonnie Bishop Curtis has recorded ten critically acclaimed solo albums and has had songs featured in numerous TV shows including Dawson’s Creek, Felicity, Grey’s

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-77989917672188973792011-10-26T10:10:00.002-05:002011-10-26T10:17:36.221-05:00

So far THIS is my favorite of the new tracks. It's a little Kelly Willis and a little Gussie Williams and a terrific song to introduce the country audience to great lady blues singers. Miranda Lambert stirs a little blues into her country cocktail with the brand-new tune, 'Easy Living,' making its debut right here. Click the blue and white arrow to listen to the song, then scan or click the QR

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-52349034919664872252011-10-25T11:39:00.000-05:002011-10-25T11:39:13.499-05:00

The new Miranda Lambert CD is not out until the 1st of November. BUt...she has given US Magazine a sneak listen of a few tracks for you to hear. "It's a very, very personal song," Miranda Lambert tells Us of her new single, "Only You." It sure sounds like it. The country superstar penned the new single (off her latest disc, Four The Record, out November 1) with her husband, Blake Shelton, about

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-30737551494201934342011-10-23T07:43:00.000-05:002011-10-23T07:43:00.614-05:00

Legendary country singer, my idol in the country music business and freakin' awesome gal Loretta Lynn has been hospitalized for pneumonia. The 76-year-old Lynn canceled Saturday's concert in Ashland, Ky., and Sunday's show in Durham, N.C. A statement on her website Saturday night confirmed the illness but said Lynn was doing well, and hopes to be ready for upcoming November dates. The Kentucky

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-79725497926996131612011-10-23T05:00:00.000-05:002011-10-23T05:00:45.570-05:00

Who will be there this year!? Click here to keep up to date on the announcements!

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If you are like me and never was mad at the Dixie Chicks and really miss their music on the radio then you might be interested in this new DVD/Blu Ray set from the Texas trio. Columbia Records proudly presents Dixie Chicks Storytellers, available for the first time ever on DVD and Blu Ray on Tuesday November 29, 2011. Recorded live in September 2006 at the historic Los Angeles Theater, Dixie

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Kevin Fowler's new video for "That Girl" debuts this weekend on CMT. Go behind the scenes on the video shoot here with this exclusive!

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Jason Aldean and Zac Brown Band lead the American Country Awards nominations with eight nods each, it was announced this morning [10/13]. The second annual ACAs will air live on FOX from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Mon., Dec. 5, with hosts Trace Adkins and Kristin Chenoweth. Other top nominees include Thompson Square with seven, and The Band Perry and Taylor Swift with six apiece.

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-63640546231571001842011-10-12T12:25:00.000-05:002011-10-12T12:25:56.385-05:00

Been waiting to get you this and finally George announces his 2012 tour dates! George Strait’s 2012 tour will kick off on January 27 in Lafayette, La. and include at least 11 shows across the southern half of the country. Martina McBride is set to open up all the shows on the tour. 2012 George Strait Tour Dates Lafayette, LA Cajundome Friday, Januray 27 Bossier City, LA CenturyLink Center

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-26252711416648763862011-10-11T12:22:00.001-05:002011-10-11T12:23:00.354-05:00

The Casey Donahew Band is back with a brand new album called, “Double Wide Dream”. Their first since 2009. Casey Donahew grew up just south of Ft. Worth, in Burleson. He was very active in rodeo, as well as his father’s greyhound dog racing career. He counts his influences as Matchbox 20, Pat Green, Randy Rogers Band, Robert Earl Keen, Cross Canadian Ragweed, and a whole lot more. Backed by

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With the hit solo album Del Rio, Texas, 1959 Radney Foster established himself as a country traditionalist in the vein of George Jones, Merle Haggard and George Strait. In the two decades since the release of Del Rio, Foster has grown into a hit songwriter and respected and versatile Texas/Americana artist. Foster returns to his roots in January, 2012 to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Del

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"Crazy Over You" is still one of my favorite country songs EVER. The debut single from the duo of Foster and Lloyd in 1987 peaked at #1 on the Billboard chart. Then after a short 3 album caeer they split! But there was no bitter falling out when Radney Foster and Bill Lloyd decided to call it quits as a duo in 1991 after three albums of bracing country-pop that has been described as "the

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Viva Big Bend (July 26-29, 2012) is a celebration of music and Texas. Produced by Texas Music magazine, Viva Big Bend is part music festival and part music-industry conference, which will showcase the best of the state: extraordinary natural beauty, talented people and a diverse culture. Approximately 50 music acts (representing a wide variety of styles) are expected to be showcased in at least

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I ran across this old photo of Gruene Hall this afternoon. Thought you might enjoy a "then and now" from the oldest dancehall in Texas.

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Good wine, good food, great fun says Goodtaste Houston writer Tanji Patton about the Gruene Wine and Music fest this Thursday through Sunday! I love Texas – the people, the food and these days even the wine (it is getting good, isn’t it!)! Mark your calendars for a weekend not to be missed in the charming historic town of Gruene. It’s the 25th annual Gruene Music and Wine Festival, and it

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Check out the photos from the KILT Campfire Concert this year at the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo featuring Jack Ingram, Josh Abbott Band and Wade Bowen! KILT is offereing a HUGE points bonus for Country Club members since you checked out this post. Click here. I'm just glad Jack is growing his hair back. The last time I saw him he was nearly bald!

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A few years back a song came out called "In Color". Every time I played it on the air I cried. Then another country song called "The House That Built Me" was released and every time I played it on the air I cried. These are major label releases that you all have a chance to hear. But there are a lot of indie product out there that you may not get to see...unless people like me dig it up and

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Lesson: Do not get in the way of a Texas woman - or women - on a mission. Just don't do it. Here’s some stories you won’t hear about the Tricounty fire in Montgomery, Grimes, and Waller County Labor Day week, 2011. Although there may be a book. My neighbor across the road has a sister named Kenna. Labor Day, when she saw the huge column of smoke over our homes, she left a birthday party at my

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Lyle Lovett signed his original record deal with Curb Records in 1985, when he was a promising 28-year-old singer/songwriter. Now – after 10 studio albums, two compilation collections and a live record, multiple Grammy Awards, a Hollywood career in films such as Short Cuts and Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story – Lovett is about to be a 54-year-old free agent. And he's looking forward to it. "I’m

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My friend June runs marathons. I KNOW! Who does that? She does. And she blogs about her life now as a runner. Recently it was voted Houston's most valuable blog by listeners of Sports Radio 610. Click the photo above to go to her blog and check it out. Whether you're a runner or not you may find soemthing useful with her nutrition ideas or experiences runnin around Houston and other cities.

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Reckless Kelly will not only be having a CD Release party tonight at Antones in Austin, but it will be a CD "Relief" party as well. All proceeds from the sale of tickets to the show will go directly to benefit the charities helping the victims of the fires in Texas. The brand new album from Reckless Kelly is available in stores today, and is titled, "Good Luck And True Love". Here are some ways

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Texas country stars Josh Abbott Band have released a new song entitled "Hell's Gates On Fire" which is available after making a doantion to victims of the recent Texas wildfires. All money raised from the donations will be used for disaster relief for the Texas areas affected by wildfires. Donations may be as low as one dollar but larger donations are welcome. Go to the band's website HERE to

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I visited Ground Zero in March of 2010. It was a day that I still cannot find words to describe. Fortunately we had a tour guide through the area that could. He had been there that day and took us through the building and the events of that day. Now there's an app for that. A recently released iPhone app allows users from all over the world on to take a virtual tour of the new National

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This from Willie Nelson today: The attacks of September 11, 2001, occurred just a few weeks before Farm Aid's annual concert. In the midst of our fear, mourning and uncertainty, the organizers of Farm Aid had to make a difficult choice. Farm Aid 2001 was scheduled for September 29 -- could we proceed with it as planned? Would folks be ready by then -- to sing, to dance, to smile? John Mellencamp

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Houston native Katie Armiger has grown up fast. Since 2007, when she was 16, she’s moved to Nashville, toured the country, charted on Billboard and released three albums, including Confessions of a Nice Girl, which has amped up her national profile. Her video for “Best Song Ever” topped the Great American Country (GAC) charts earlier this year. And next month she makes her debut at the Grand

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The Band Perry and Jake Owen announced this morning the nominations in 5 categories for the 45th CMA Awards on Good Morning America. Jerrod Niemann and Thompson Square made the announcement in the remaining 7 categories at the Ryman Auditorium. Brad and Carrie host the awards for the third time. The 45th CMA Awards will air on ABC Nov. 9th. Here’s the nominees! Vocal Duo of the Year The

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Well, okay, technically it's The Woodlands. But the Grammy winners are coming to Houston finally and you can see them at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavillion Sunday Oct 30. Tickets go on sale Sept 10 at 10AM. Or charge by phone 1-800-745-3000. If you have a Ticketmaster account click here. $61 GA Pit / $51 Reserved / $31 Lawn / $90 ($22.50 per ticket) 4-Pack Lawn (limit of 6 per household)

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Nothing beats good music for free, right? Well, we're here to hook you up. Head over to iTunes and download Robert Earl Keen's current single "I Gotta Go" from his new album Ready For Confetti, which is in stores NOW FREE! Then, be sure to catch REK at the House of Blues December 28. Download HERE!!

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My music buddy at the Houston Chronicle really outdid himself in writing the latest review of the new George Strait CD. Thanks, Joey Guerra, for going above and beyond the call of duty. A George Strait record is as steady as — and often includes — a Texas two-step. His 39th studio effort, Here for a Good Time, is no exception. It’s a reliably enjoyable affair, anchored by his distinct mix of

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It's gonna happen whether you want it to (or believe it's true) or not. Texas bashing is right around the corner because our Governor is running for President. There are already some TV ads out there that would make any good Texan wince. And that's just the start. Gawker has been stirring things up by putting out a list of The Worst 50 States in America, with Number One being the worst of the

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Wade Bowen is just about ready to release a brand new album! Hard to believe it's been 3 years since, “If We Ever Make It Home” came out. I know we've been able to see him live (and play some non-recorded music). But I was thrilled this afternoon to hear from KILT's Steve Rixx that there is a new Wade CD on the way. And we got a chance to listen to the first single, “Saturday

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“Questions of science, science and progress, don’t speak as loud as my heart.” This is just one line from Willie Nelson’s latest song, a cover of Coldplay’s 2001 hit, ‘The Scientist.’ But unlike past recordings from the country star, this song – and accompanying short film – are prime examples of how social media can be used for social good. The subject of the animated YouTube video is food:

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Love this new idea for Texas IDs. Lindsay Wise with The Houston Chronicle reports: Honorably discharged veterans in Texas will soon be able to list their status on their driver’s licenses, thanks to legislation passed during the 82nd legislative session. House Bill 1514 will allow veterans to add an endorsement to their licenses as proof of honorable service. The idea is that showing a

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A lone Tomb Sentinel, 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), walks his tour in humble reverence during Hurricane Irene in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Aug 27. Members of The Old Guard have guarded the Tomb every second, of every day regardless of weather or holidays since April 6, 1948.

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My secret love, Radney Foster, is like every other dad in the country. He's been busy getting his daughter ready for school. Today on his Facebook he posted this picture with this catption. It just made me love him more. Yesterday my daughter got these erasers for her school supplies. I could use these for so many areas of my life...

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Love Love Love this band. Jason Boland and the Stragglers are still one of my favorite Texas country bands to go see live - and listen to on the ol' CD player. So when I noticed a release date finally for the new CD I thought I'd share. Rancho Alto ships Oct 4 but you can get a quick preview of cuts here.

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One of the oddest truths that came out of my many years of programming and playing Texas music on KILT and KIKK was the lack of support for female artists in the genre. Example: It took Miranda Lambert a shorter amount of time in Nashville to become well known than all her years opening for the likes of Kevin Fowler for free. Sunny Sweeney is a Texas girl, born in Houston at Texas Women’s

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I produce the Michael Smerconish show live on KIKK Talk 650 here in Houston. Usually the chat is about politics and social issues and current events. It's really interesting. One of only a few radio talk shows I can stomach. Then today just before noon central time THIS happens. Earthquake by lelletee

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For those longtime KILT listeners, Tom Fontaine will always be Young Tom. He will be remembered as Dangerman and Torry Fortune (all star wrestler). One of my favorite remote broadcasts was from A C Collins Ford in Pasadena back in the mid 90s. Tom brought some of his wrestling buddies and a ring and they actually wrestled in the parking lot. Radio doesn't do fun stuff like that anymore, does

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Sheryl Crow's 1959 Mercedes-Benz convertible was auctioned Sunday and brought in $130,000, which will benefit Joplin schools. (Check out a great back to school shot here.) The money will go to the Joplin Schools Recovery Fund, which is being administered through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks and its Joplin-based affiliate, The Community Foundation of Southwest Missouri Inc. Crow was

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This October, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill celebrate a huge milestone in marriage today. It’s their 15th wedding anniversary. To mark this big event, toy maker Mattel decided to make collectors edition Barbie dolls in the likeness of Tim and Faith.

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One of my favorite radio memories is from a Garth Brooks' concert at the old Summit building in Houston. I was a young radio pup at KILT and got the honor of introducing Garth at a sold out (about 16,000 folks) show. I walked up on stage and told the crowd they would one day be able to tell their grandchildren that they introduced Garth Brooks. I then divided the crowd into two halves and

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On Tuesday, August 30th, the Astros host the Pirates at 7:05 p.m. and before the game you can attend the exclusive Kevin Fowler Pregame Acoustic Concert, presented by Budweiser! Texas country music star Kevin Fowler will play an acoustic concert for fans that purchase this special ticket package. Purchase early through this page and receive discounted all-inclusive packages that grant you

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Every so often a Texas music artist will post some behind the scenes video of a tour or a show or their lives. I always think it's fun to share. I've had the opportunity to hang with these guys when they aren't being "on". Thought maybe a few others would like to get on Kevin Fowler's bus and see what life on the road with him was like.

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Reckless Kelly was formed in Bend Oregon, and moved to Austin Texas in 1997. The inspiration for the name Reckless Kelly came from the Australian bank robber, Ned Kelly. They’ve been making great music over the years, and are about ready to release their brand new album, “Good Luck and True Love”, on Sept. 13th 2011. I came across a great little promotional video for the brand new album, and

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With their debut album in stores on August 23, Pistol Annies are giving fans who’ve had their fill of ‘Hell on Heels’ a taste of some of the other butt-kicking songs on the project. ‘Bad Example’ is the first of five songs to be available for streaming on the band’s website, and select partner websites. Entertainment Weekly has the exclusive stream for ‘Bad Example,’ a song about the upside

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Yep, this town is big enough for the both of us! The new Outlaw Country Saloon is opening on the north side. The website reads: Saddle Up the Old West is Back In Town. And then it goes on to tell us they will have live music! This Friday Johnny Lee plays the Grand Opening. So far they've had some pretty decent local bar bands play the boot scootin' tunes. But I'll let you know when (and if)

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Thirty four years ago in 1977, Elvis Presley passed away. Let's remember the KIng.

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Pat Green's not making a political statement in this video from 2009. Becasue you don't have to guess what he's against if you know what he's for!

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It's official!  The 9th Annual ZiegenBock Music Festival is coming back to Sam Houston Race Park!  Saturday, October 29th, doors open at 10am, and music starts at 11am. Tickets go on sale this Saturday at 10am online at LiveNation.com, SHRP.com or by calling 800-211-3381. Here's the lineup: Kirby Brown Jeff Boortz Band Kristen Kelly Mockingbird Sun Rosehill The Zach Edwards Band Bob

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Dolly Parton is coming to Houston!! Several years ago when she was coming through town on a movie promotional junket I got to go to a swanky hotel and interview her. It turned out to be more of a chit chat among friends than anything. We talked about the old Porter Waggoner show and how I would watch it every Saturday night at my Grandmother's. She couldn't have been more courteous and pleasant.

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Jason Aldean's "Dirt Road Anthem" gets Lady Hazed in our their latest installment of Webisode Wednesdays. Watch "Country Club Anthem" with Lady Haze featuring Colt Ford.

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Every Saturday night at midnight KILT presents the Texas Music Scene on KRPC CH 2. Hosted by nine-time Grammy winner Ray Benson, the Texas Music Scene television series features both the young artists and the legends that have come to define this unique and amazing music scene. Here's a taste of what you've missed over the last couple weeks and an invite to join KILT this weekend.

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For the last couple weeks KILT has been giving away passes to have lunch with Kevin Fowler. To me it's one of the better lunch parties we've lined up in a long time. Kevin is a hoot! Personable, funny, talented and now the owner of the #1 Texas music album in the country! The Examiner tells us Average Joe's Entertainment artist Kevin Fowler officially unleashed his sixth studio album, Chippin

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Usually when I see a package in my mailbox at KILT it's a CD from some local artist that I can't play because the show no longer exists or a press release from someone with a new book coming out that wants me to schedule an interview on shows I don't schedule guests on. Today the package I opened contained this: It's from Clyde Sloan of Pens By Clyde. How sweet! He said it was a thanks you

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Singer-songwriter Gary P. Nunn has been associated with Texas music for nearly half a century. So you might not know that he was born in Oklahoma, initially wanted to become a junior high or high school marching band instructor, and, when he transferred to the University of Texas, majored in pharmacy. None of that stuck, of course, because Nunn arrived in Austin smack dab in the middle of the

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Always leading the way in Houston when it comes to Texas music KILT is giving its listeners a chance to get up close and personal during a listener lunch with country music star Kevin Fowler. The fun takes place at Lucky's Pub August 12. Details available here.

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Usually by this time I've already posted info on the ACL Festival in Austin. Sorry. I have friends who go every year. The number of friends who go every year is dwindling. Seems the size of the crowds and the pain in the ass ticketing and multi stage scheduling where most of the best acts perform at the same time have taken their toll. But.... If you are still one that feels like going there

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The Austin Chronicle has posted their review of the new Foster and Lloyd album. Since I am not so secretly in love with Radney Foster I find it impossible NOT to post it for you. And don't forget you can see the guys August 20 at Dosey Doe in the Woodlands. Texans Radney Foster and Bill Lloyd pulled off the late-1980s feat of having their songs played on both country and college radio.

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-91416772589933557912011-07-18T11:25:00.000-05:002011-07-18T11:25:27.745-05:00

I remember meeting Emmylou Harris at a show in the early 90s. I was to introduce her at a show at a small club down in the Montrose. All day I thought and thought and thought about what I would say. I mean she gave us the Hot Band which included world class players such as Albert Lee, Rodney Crowell and Hank DeVito. She's won 11 Grammy's (including one with Roy Orbison - his ONLY Grammy if I

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Back to back Saturday's in August KILT makes it affordable to take the family to see some great live music. Becasue we've got two FREE shows coming up. The KILT Summer Jam Aug 13 with Cory Morrow and Stealing Angels and Aug 20 with Micky and the Motorcars and the Lunabelles. It's all happening at Miller Outdoor Theater. Sure KILT has your reserved seats - listen to win - or just bring the

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My Godson was a big baby...almost 10 pounds at birth. His Mama is a tiny woman...barely 4' 11" and maybe 100 pounds (when not pregnant with a big boy). So when I saw this on the Huffington Post it caught my eye. The average weight of a newborn baby is about 7 1/2 pounds, which is why it's shocking -- even in Texas -- that a woman has given birth to a 16-pound baby boy. Two feet tall at birth,

Leslie T Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07747663981903072000noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15648121.post-64039485367945879922011-07-09T17:55:00.001-05:002011-07-09T17:55:40.891-05:00

This just in from Kevin Fowler: We are less than 6 weeks away from my new album, Chippin' Away! It'll be available everywhere on Aug. 9th. The pre-sale begins tomorrow on my site with some exclusive packages. There are 4 different packages for you to choose from. It starts with the basic bundle with just the autographed CD and goes up all the way to the top bundle with a signed CD, digital

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Yao Ming has decided to retire after eight seasons in the NBA, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! Sports. The Houston Rockets star center reportedly informed the league office within the past two days. Yao, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2002 NBA Draft, has only played in five games since the 2008-09 season due to injuries. The 7-foot-6 center became a restricted free agent on July

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Info and tickets here or the banner above or on the sidebar for tickets.

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