Merle Travis, who penned the timeless country hit "Sixteen Tons," was born Nov. 29, 1917, in Rosewood, Kentucky.
It was nearly two decades ago when brothers Barry and Randy Lanham came up with their own variety show template, eventually leading the pair to present it at the Merle Travis Music Center in Powderly ...
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Today in Music History for Nov. 29: In 1880, the 1,100-seat Grand Opera House opened in Hamilton, Ont. It gave the city a proper auditorium for theatrical and musical presentations, and attracted top ...
Amarillo's favorite son left Texas for Oklahoma City, but still released two critically-acclaimed albums in 2025.
Well, the tour’s over, folks, and if you didn’t get to catch any of the shows on ZZ Top’s Elevation tour, then you really ...
The country music world has lost some iconic names in 2025, and sadly the list grew in November. As we head into the ...
Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, and Garth Brooks are among the top country artists who have reshaped the genre over their illustrious careers.
MUHLENBERG CO., Ky. (WFIE) - Kentucky Transportation Cabinet officials say the intersection of KY 176 and Merle Travis ...
Mary Travis opens up about husband Randy's stroke recovery and rediscovered holiday music. Country couple finds healing ...
Randy Travis knows the reason for the season – faith, family and friends. After suffering a stroke more than 12 years ago ...
Outlaw country legend Merle Haggard scored the 10th No. 1 hit of his career on Nov. 29, 1971, with "Daddy Frank (The Guitar Man.)" ...
The 2025 holiday season is upon us, and you know what that means: It's time to shop! Perhaps your shopping list is feeling a little long this year, or there are some folks in your life who are just ...