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Chris Knight Live on the Front Porch [VIDEO]

Buddy Logan — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:00:38 +0000

He is the only person I've ever met who is legitimately an honorary Texan, certified by Governor Perry himself. And while there have got to be others, Chris Knight is certainly a one of a kind singer/songwriter. Yesterday Knight stopped by to perform on our Front Porch, where he wowed listeners with his songs, and fell in love with Stanley's Famous Pit Bar B Q.

Kree Harrison Re-Visits 'Up To the Mountain' for Her Final Song of the Season on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 16 May 2013 01:23:57 +0000

Aspiring country star Kree Harrison reached back to her favorite performance of season twelve on ‘American Idol‘ Wednesday night (May 15), singing Patty Griffin’s ‘Up To the Mountain’ again to close out her participation in the reality singing competition. She originally sang the song during the Vegas round, stunning the judges with her standout performance [...]

Salute Your Vet This Memorial Day Weekend!

Alyssa — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:58:01 +0000

Blake wants to give a very special salute to each and every Veteran and service member this Memorial Day Weekend, but he wants to know EXACTLY who to thank! So put their name down inside here so Blake can salute them ON-AIR ! Blake wants to give a very special salute to each and every [...]

Kree Harrison Sings a New Song Titled 'All Cried Out' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:56:58 +0000

Country powerhouse Kree Harrison sang a new song titled ‘All Cried Out’ on ‘American Idol‘ Wednesday night (May 15), giving fans a preview of the song she will release as her debut single if she wins the show’s twelfth season. The song is a slower country ballad that takes full advantage of Harrison’s smoky lower [...]

Kree Harrison Sings 'Angel' by Sarah McLachlan on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:28:50 +0000

'American Idol' top two finalist Kree Harrison performed Sarah McLachlan's iconic hit 'Angel' on the show on Wednesday night (May 15), delivering another uniquely powerful performance on the final night of the competition before the season 12 finale.

Hunter Hayes Insists He'd Make a Terrible Prom Date

Christina Vinson — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:00:45 +0000

Country cutie Hunter Hayes is the dream date of thousands of high school girls -- who wouldn't love to dance with a tux-clad singer at their high school prom, swaying to the beat of a sappy love song at the envy of all of their friends? Surprisingly, the country star insists that he'd actually make a terrible prom date.

Taylor Swift Fan Arrested for Trespassing Near Her Rhode Island Home

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:53 +0000

Given all the publicity and media attention that Taylor Swift got for plunking down $17 million in cash for a sprawling, beachfront mansion in Rhode Island last month, it's no surprise than an obsessed fan scouted the location in hopes of making her acquaintance.

Academy of Country Music Honors George Jones With Heartfelt Tribute Video

Megan Pacella — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:00:36 +0000

In honor of George Jones‘ illustrious country music career, the Academy of Country Music put together a short reel of the Possum’s best moments at the ACM Awards. The clip honors Jones’ ACM wins and most memorable performances from the 1970s and 1980s. Perhaps the most touching moment of the two-minute collection comes when Jones [...]

Stephen Barker Liles of Love and Theft Shares New Photo of Eric Gunderson's Newborn Son

Christina Vinson — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:00:12 +0000

Stephen Barker Liles and Eric Gunderson of Love and Theft may be handsome, but the newest addition to the LNT family is just too cute to compete with. Gunderson's new baby, Camden, is less than two months old, but already he's stealing hearts with his tiny face, prompting the type of adoration that only babies can. Proud 'Uncle' Stephen has shared a new photo of the little dude.

Carrie Underwood Admits Her Flaws, Swears She's Not a Sociopath in Marie Claire Cover Issue

Christina Vinson — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:55:35 +0000

Carrie Underwood's celebrity status makes her seem almost untouchable, but she's not afraid to admit that, just like every other human being, she has flaws. The singer recently opened up in the cover issue of Marie Claire and explained just exactly what her idiosyncrasies are -- and why they don't make her a sociopath.

Wade Bowen + Randy Rogers all Set for 2013 'Hold My Beer and Watch This' Tour

Buddy Logan — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:01:43 +0000

Summer time in Texas means two things; scorching temps and the Wade Bowen and Randy Rogers “Hold My Beer And Watch This” acoustic tour. And despite rumors every year that tour will be axed, the dynamic Texas duo have officially announced dates for this, their 7th annual “HMBAWT” tour. This year it kicks off May [...]

Hunter Hayes Modernizes Separates in Cool Colors and With Sneakers – Get the Look

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:00:28 +0000

Hunter Hayes is emerging with his own unique style. The 'Wanted' singer often pairs sneakers with suits at red carpet events, but it works for him since his take on that trend is young and fresh, and his combinations manage to be youthful without being sloppy. He modernizes the notion of suit-like separates with cool colors and kicks, and you can get his look easily and for around $200.

Salute The Soldiers at Any 7-Eleven in Lubbock with 99.5 BlakeFM!

Alyssa — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:24:41 +0000

Not everyone can serve in the military, but everyone can stand together to back those who do serve. That’s why 99.5 BlakeFM has proudly partnered with 7-Eleven to help raise funds and awareness by giving everyone a chance to donate to the USO! While other charities push to raise funds one month a year, USO [...]

JVC's Plugged In Tour on the Road to Sturgis Stopped in Lubbock!

Alyssa — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:05:35 +0000

The Sturgis Bike Rally is the biggest Bike Rally known to man. So big in fact! They have a Road to Sturgis Tour that tours the Country getting people amped up for the event and this Plugged In Tour sponsored by JVC made a stop here in Lubbock! It’s not often you get bikes, babe, [...]

RTX-clusive: Casey Donahew Debuts Five Tracks off New Album 'Standoff' [AUDIO]

Buddy Logan — Tue, 14 May 2013 01:17:55 +0000

When "Standoff," the brand new record from Casey Donahew Band came out, Casey called into Radio Texas, LIVE! to debut five songs off of it. Not only did Donahew offer insight to the songs, I'm pretty sure aside from "Whiskey Baby," we were the first place on radio you got to hear these album cuts including: "Homecoming Queen," "Put the Bottle Down," "Loser," and "Go to Hell." Here's what Casey had to say about the songs.

Reba McEntire Sitcom 'Malibu Country' Canceled After One Season

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 11 May 2013 18:48:52 +0000

Canceled. That’s the status of Reba McEntire‘s new sitcom ‘Malibu Country,’ which aired on Friday nights on ABC. The network has nixed the half-hour show after just one season on the air. Multiple sources have reported the show’s cancelation. In the series, McEntire played singer Reba MacKenzie who uprooted her family and transplanted it to [...]

Lauren Alaina Records Theme Song for SeaWorld Attraction

Sterling Whitaker — Sat, 11 May 2013 18:07:36 +0000

Rising country star Lauren Alaina has just completed a fun new project. The 18-year-old singer, who was the runner-up on Season 10 of 'American Idol,' recently recorded two songs for the upcoming SeaWorld attraction 'Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin,' which opens May 24.

Pistol Annies' Debut 'Hell on Heels' Goes Gold

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:40:32 +0000

What a week for the Pistol Annies. They released their sophomore album 'Annie Up' and celebrated by performing 'Hush Hush' on the 'Today' show. They also got the good news that their debut, the 2011-released 'Hell on Heels,' was certified Gold, which means it moved 500,000 copies!

Country Stars and Their Moms

Billy Dukes — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:25:42 +0000

There are dozens (if not hundreds) of country songs about moms, and many country singers are even mothers themselves. For this reason, the Mother's Day holiday is sure to be one that is surely not going to be overlooked on any humble artist's calendar. Take a look at the women who helped shape the ladies and gents of country music -- the ones that give us so much wonderful music year after year -- in this list of Country Stars and Their Moms.

Dierks Bentley Opening Hometown Bar

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:00:22 +0000

Lots of country musicians sing about drinking, but Dierks Bentley is taking things a step further. The country music singer-songwriter is opening a country bar in his homtown of Scottsdale, Ariz. Bentley teamed with the owners of Riot Hospitality Group and operators of El Hefe Super Macho Taqueria for the venture, which is called Dierks [...]