Wednesday, January 27, 2016

KELLY MCGUIRE - Birthday Bash In Belize

NOTE!  A couple of items have changed. Please see new poster on Friday February 4th. 

Normally, I post this stuff on Friday but it's Friday somewhere, right? There's still time to ditch the cold and head to warm weather and hot music! Here's the details on Kelly's Annual Birthday Bash in Belize:



Kelly's Annual Birthday in Belize Bash 2016
Jan 29-  Deck Bar Concert at Kurt & Karoline Huettl house at Casa de Quest, 4.7 miles south with red and white fence, Party starts at 1 p m, concert from 2-5 pm, party will continue after show, BYOB, unless you want to donate to the Bar Fund! Ice will be available and please bring a snack to share, Kurt’s cell 501-636-9367
Jan 30 -  Island Time Bar and Grill, south of town at the old location of Sandbar, Concert 2-5 pm, great food and drinks available, RSVP to ruthverralls@gmail.com or 501-226-4508

Jan 31- The Dive Bar - North of the Cloisters, north of the bridge, Great food, drinks and music from 2-5 pm, RSVP to ada@seastarbelize.com or call 501-625-3364


Feb 3- A Day at Captain Morgans - 4 1/2 miles north of town, Meet at Estells for breakfast between 9-10 and we will head over to Captain Morgans for the day by golf cart or water taxi, your choice. Enjoy the day out on the beach, great food and drinks, take a tour, enjoy the casino, etc.. Concert from 2-5 pm


Feb 4 -  Catamaran Cruise to Hol Chan to snorkel the reef. Meet at the Ramons for boarding at 10:30 and depart at 11 am. Tickets $80 per person US, includes Hol Chan fee, snorkel gear, rum punch, beer and water on board the boat. You can meet there early and have breakfast at Ramons at Pineapples on the Beach before boarding. We will cruise back to Ramons for a concert from 2- 5 pm, you are welcome to have a late lunch and drinks at Pineapples on the Beach at Ramons during the concert. RSVP and pay in advance: Call Sandy at 713-857-1346 or go online tohttp://www.redfishisland.com/store.html to purchase tickets or pay at the shows 

Feb 6 - Catamaran Cruise to Hol Chan to snorkel the reef. Meet at the Tacklebox in town for boarding at 10:30 and depart at 11 am. Tickets $80 per person US, includes Hol Chan fee, snorkel gear, rum punch, beer and water on board the boat. We will cruise back to the Dive Bar- north of town for a concert at the Dive Bar for a concert from 2-5 pm, you are welcome to have a late lunch and drinks at the Dive bar during the concert, then return back to Tacklebox in town. RSVP and pay in advance: Call Sandy at 713-857-1346 or go online at http://www.redfishisland.com/store.html to purchase tickets or pay at the shows

Feb 7 - The Palapa Bar- new location in town at the old Wet Willie’s location, Pre Super Bowl party with great food and drinks and Concert from 2-5 pm, then watch Super Bowl 50

Feb 8 - San Pedro, Belize - Island Time Bar and Grill, south of town at the old location of Sandbar, Concert 2-5 pm, great food and drinks available, RSVP to ruthverralls@gmail.com or 501-226-4508

Feb 9 - South Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch Fundraiser Concert at La Gran Casa Azul, 3 miles south of town, come out and support this benefit, Concert from 5-8 pm, Donation of $50 includes 2 drinks, all proceeds benefit South Ambergris Caye Neighborhood Watch, Contact Dayna Harp at 501-628-9686

Thursday, January 21, 2016

THE PARTY LIST - January 21- 27




Note: Please remember to check with the venue as to whether or not there is a cover charge or ticket required for the shows you plan to attend. Also, some venues have an age restriction. I have provided links to the venues when possible, making it easy for you to check it out.

Not all events take place in Texas. With that in mind I will begin listing them not only by day but by TEXAS and ON THE ROAD. With that in mind…

Let’s Get This Party STARTED!

TEXAS
Thursday  21
            /w Buddy Case
KellyMcGuireButler’s Courtyard – League City – 8 p.m.
            Kelly’s annual ‘Up Close & Personal’
This year’s guest: john Arthur martinez
Dave ThomasT-Bone Tom’s – 6-10 p.m.
            Traveling Red River Songwriters
JeanSynodinosNew World Deli – Austin – 9 p.m.


Friday 22
Susan Gibson – Yellow City Sounds – Amarillo – 7 p.m.
            Traveling Red River Songwriters
Oak RidgeBoysBrauntex Theater – New Braunfels
Libby KochLiberty Tree Tavern – Elgin – 8 p.m.
Jack NelsonRowdy Bucks – Crosby – 8 p.m.
Billy JoeShaver Floore’s – Helotes – 8:30 p.m.
            /w Jason James


Saturday 23
Texas TenorsVictoria Symphony – Victoria
Oak RidgeBoysThe Grand 1894 Opera House – Galveston Island
MickeyGilleyDosey Doe’s – The Woodlands
Moe BandyThe Stagecoach Ballroom  – Ft. Worth
Jack Nelson– Jim Ann’s – Lufkin – 8 p.m.
Cody JoeHodges Outlaw Country – Palestine
Josh FullerPapas Icehouse – The Woodlands
            Benefit for Humbled Heroes
HoustonMarchman - Torre Di Pietra Winery – Fredricksburg –
KellyMcGuireLandry’s – Kemah – 7 p.m.
                        w/ Bayou Roux
            


 Sunday 24
Oak RidgeBoysThe Grand 1894 Opera House – Galveston Island
            Benefit


Monday 25 
W.C. JamesonPoodie’s Hilltop – Spicewood
            w/ Buddy Case
            /w Jimmy Fortune


Tuesday 26
            /w George Ensle
Randy Brown - The Railhead – Willow Park – 7:30 -10:30 p.m.
            /w Chris Watson
Mike BlakelyBurger Burger – Fredricksburg – 6-8 p.m.
john ArthurmartinezTrailblazer Grille – Burnet – 6 p.m.
            Formerly Texas TeaLicious
Chuck HawthorneLiberty Tree Tavern – Elgin – 8 p.m.


 Wednesday 27
Scott TaylorBandMoonshine Drinkery – Victoria – 8 p.m.
john ArthurmartinezOn The Rocks – Cottonwood Shores – 7 p.m.
BreelanAngelThe Pour Haus – New Braunfels –



ON THE ROAD

WEATHER ALERT!
Some parts of the country are getting a blast of winter this weekend. Please call ahead before venturing out. Be safe!

Thursday  21
JohnAndersonDon Gibson Theatre – Shelby NC
RhondaVincent – Grenada Center – Grenada MS
Robert EarlKeenJefferson Theater – Charlottesville VA
Larry GatlinPalace Theatre- Crossville TN
CrystalGayleRiverside Casino & Resort – Laughlin NV – 7 p.m.


Friday 22
GrangerSmithGrizzly Rose – Denver CO
GatlinBrothersAlabama Theatre – Myrtle Beach SC – 7:30 p.m.
CaseyDonahew BandThe Cotillion – Wichita KS
MarcBroussardSoul Kitchen – Mobile AL
CrystalGayleRiverside Casino & Resort – Laughlin NV – 7 p.m.
           

Saturday 23
JohnAnderson Carolina Theater – Greensboro NC
GrangerSmith Grizzly Rose – Denver CO
Susan GibsonThe Liberty – Roswell NM – 8 p.m.
            Traveling Red River Songwriters
RonnieMcDowell My Time CafĂ© – Portland TN
            Art/ book signing – Noon – 3 p.m.
            Concert – 7 p.m.
Ragged UnionHarmony Music House – Boulder CO – 7:30 p.m.
Robert EarlKeenIrving Plaza – New York NY
MarcBroussard Revelry Room – Chattanooga TN
Larry GatlinNorth Ft. Myers Church of the Nazarene -  Ft. Myers FL – 7 p.m.
Crystal Gayle Riverside Casino & Resort – Laughlin NV – 7 p.m.


 Sunday 24
MarcBroussardCity Winery – Nashville TN
john ArthurmartinezSt. Thomas Aquinas – Newport Richey FL – 2 p.m.
            for Free Wheelchair Mission
Larry GatlinTurning Stones Resort & Casino – Verona NY – 7 p.m.
CrystalGayleRiverside Casino & Resort – Laughlin NV – 7 p.m.


Monday 25
GrangerSmith Belly Up – Solana Beach CA


Tuesday 26
GrangerSmithThe Troubadour – Los Angeles CA
Suzy BoggussRiverside Resort & Casino – Laughlin NV – 7 p.m.
Robert EarlKeenBijou Theater – Knoxville TN


Wednesday 27
Suzy BoggussRiverside Resort & Casino – Laughlin NV – 7 p.m
Susan GibsonSociety Hall – Alamosa CO –
            /w Josh Grider, Walt Wilkins, DrewKennedy & Brandy Zdan




Wednesday, January 20, 2016

WEDNESDAY REVIEW - Amelia Earhart - Beyond the Grave

I am experiencing issues with Blogger this morning. I will post this review as soon as I am able. Please check back later. #CountryBlessings


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including his 'lost treasure' series, please visit his Webpage and Amazon



Thursday, January 14, 2016

THE PARTY LIST - January 14- 20


Note: Please remember to check with the venue as to whether or not there is a cover charge or ticket required for the shows you plan to attend. Also, some venues have an age restriction. I have provided links to the venues when possible, making it easy for you to check it out.

Not all events take place in Texas. With that in mind I will begin listing them not only by day but by TEXAS and ON THE ROAD. With that in mind…

Let’s Get This Party STARTED!

Texas links are lean for the next couple weeks as most are recuperating from Steamboat Festival :-D


TEXAS

Thursday 14
john Arthurmartinez Trailblazer Grille – Burnet – 6 p.m.
            formerly Texas Tea Licious
BreelanAngel – West Texas Live – Lubbock
Josh FullerHank’s Bar – McKinney -


Friday 15
Byrd &Street New World Deli – Austin – 7-9 p.m.
            /w Chip Dolan
john ArthurmartinezJulie’s Concina – Cottonwood Shores – 6 p.m.
HoustonMarchmanPoodie’s Hilltop – Spicewood – 8 p.m.



Saturday 16
Randy BrownBand – Fun & Sun Boats – Hurst – 1-4 p.m.
            /w RC Trio
Scott TaylorBand – Fulton Block Party – Fulton
            /w Raven Cliff
Jack NelsonHenry’s Hideout – Plantersville – 8 p.m.
john ArthurmartinezJulie’s Concina – Cottonwood Shores – 6 p.m.
BreelanAngel – Blowin Off Steamboat – New Braunfels


Sunday 17
Jack NelsonGas Monkey Bar & Grill – Dallas – 2 p.m.
Jack NelsonRockett CafĂ© & Club – Waxahachie – 8 p.m.
john ArthurmartinezEscondido – Horseshoe Bay – 6 p.m.
            Members Only


Monday 18
George EnslePoodie’s Hilltop – Spicewood – 6:30 p.m.


Tuesday 19
Mike BlakelyBurger Burger – Fredricksburg – 6-8 p.m.
john ArthurmartinezTrailblazer Grille – Burnet – 6 p.m.
            Formerly Texas Tea Licious


Wednesday  20
john ArthurmartinezOn the Rocks – Cottonwood Shores – 7 p.m.



ON THE ROAD

Thursday 14
Buddy CaseFox & Fork – Clarksville AR – 6-9 p.m.
GrangerSmithDenim & Diamonds – Tucson AZ
Vince GillTownship Auditorium – Columbia SC
BellamyBrothersManatee Co. Fair – Palmetto FL –



Friday 15
CaseyDonahew BandTumbleweed Dancehall – Stillwater OK – 9:30 p.m.
JohnAndersonRamona Mainstage – Ramona CA
Ragged UnionGlobe Hall – Denver CO – 9 p.m.
RhondaVincentGrand Ole Opry – Nashville TN -


CaseyDonahew Band Rev Room – Little Rock AR
GrangerSmith Outlaw Saloon – West Haven UT
            Grits and Glamor /w Pam Tillis
JohnAndersonAvi Resort & Casino – Laughlin NV
Ragged UnionAvagadro’s Number – Ft. Collins CO – 8 p.m.
Oak RidgeBoysHolland America Line – Ft. Lauderdale FL
Jaryd LaneDraft Sports Bar – Leesville LA – 9 p.m.
Larry Gatlin  – Grand Ole Opry – Nashville TN – 7 p.m.
Gene WatsonOrange Blossom Opry – Weirsdale FL – 7 p.m.



 Sunday 17
            Grits & Glamor /w Pam Tillis
RhondaVincent Stuart’s Opera House – Nelsonville OH
Gene WatsonOrange Blossom Opry – Weirsdale FL – 7 p.m.


Monday 18
NO SHOWS FOUND


Tuesday 19
            This show is ALMOST SOLD OUT!
Robert EarlKeenThe Orange Peel – Ashville NC


Wednesday  20
Buddy Case – Cactus Jack’s – Conway AR – 6-9 p.m.



Tuesday, January 12, 2016

TURNTABLE TUESDAY - I Come From Dirt



I Come From Dirt is the second CD from Rumor Town. When I first listened to the CD, I heard a mix of Dwight Yoakman and David Ball. The guys of Rumor Town have a mesmerizing blend of true Texas Honkytonk and the Bakersfield sound. The tone of both albums is consistent, attesting to the core of what this four-man group represent.

In an episode of Larry's Country Diner, Vince Gill said 'the sound of the steel guitar is what he most identified with country music... that the instrument is most like the human voice'. If you've ever heard someone really coax a cry from a steel, you will understand what he meant.

Rumor Town is blessed with not one, but two accomplished steel players - Glenn Schankle (also on dobro) and Tommy Detamore. The Bakersfield/ Buck Owens style comes through in on the steel in He's Right Where I Belong.

From If You Think I'm Crazy Now through the final track, West Coast Change of Scenery, I was immersed in a sound that is pure country. You can bet, my next trip to Texas includes seeing these guys perform live.

Here's a sample from the I Come From Dirt album, courtesy of their YouTube Channel:



If you've been wondering what happened to country music, I have to say the genre is alive and well in New Braunfels, Texas thanks to Rumor Town. I'm tipping my hat ...

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You can purchase your copy of I Come From Dirt HERE

Get to know more about the guys on their WEBPAGE
and through various Social Media:

FACEBOOK
TWITTER
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Monday, January 11, 2016

HAPPY NEW YEAR!



Happy New Year, my Country Fans!

I have so much to share with you guys this year. The time I spent in making connections last year are beginning to pay off an I can not wait to bring them to you.

Tomorrow, I'll be posting my first CD review of 2016.
Rumor Town is a fast tracking traditional country group from Texas. Here's a video to wet your appetite of my full album review tomorrow - I Come From Dirt:


Wednesday I share my review of Amelia Earhart - Beyond the Grave by Texas author/ musician, W.C. Jameson

The Party List returns on Thursday

I hope you'll stop in!
Country Blessings!