Where's The Faith?

In recent news Faith Hill cancelled her television appearance for this evening's Christmas In Rockefeller Center airing on NBC changing the line up of appearances, there is no reason behind the cancellation,however leaves all fans wondering where is the faith?

Lost But Not Forgotten

Many artists have influenced us over the years, I contemplate those who have been seen but not heard in over a decade in country music. Still there's no shortage of music these days,however so many you just want to hear again and when you do it's very little of.  I get the notion how contempary and moderen country music is or has become. Yes,traditional country music is coming back from the likes of Brantely Gilbert, Justin Moore, Eric Church, and Kellie Pickler, yet you just would love to hear a powerful honkey tonk, banjo playing traditonal to the core song such as Conway Twitty's "Hello Darlin". I've compiled a list of artists right here, and you may just be surprised with who you've listened to over the years and would love to hear again.

Crystal Gale

Tom T. Hall

The Dixie Chicks

Jessica Andrews

Billy Gilman

Bill Anderson

Little Jimmy Dickens

The Wilkinsons

Denna Carter

Holly Williams

Hilary Williams

Danielle Peck

Gretchen Wilson


Surely, those on the list are far from their glory days of producing fine music, however have crafted music through different avenues creatively speaking,and well, others who still perform  locally. The door does open and again they will walk through and delight us with music and song.

Happy Thanksgiving

****HAPPY THANKSGIVING****

 It's a day of thanks, being grateful and feeling blessed and yeah! a huge feast until you fall asleep watching football in your recliner. Black Friday sales start early, stores opening their doors before midnight for those off the wall deals. As I see things holidays are much more materialized than in past year's. Where are the traditions ,the family times together?, this is what the  holidays are really about,what Jesus has done for us,feeling and being thankful for the love we have in our hearts and filling our spirits with joy and excitement. I've taken the time to really let things soak in and embrace Thanksgiving, giving my love to those who've made an impact and have inspired me, I'm grateful and ever thankful. I'v recently witnessed great love expressed on twitter from the hig hearted and loveable LeAnn Rhimes, her love is truly shown in her wonderful family togetherness, it is simply beautiful. Also, great love from the lovely young lady Taylor Swift, I adore them both. Others who capture my heart, those wonderful Rascal Flatts men, Gary, Jay and Joe Don. The spirited Kellie Pickler and Lauren Alania; what a delight. I could go on for hours how down to earth and easy going these individuals are. Stop by at Twitter and send some love to all.

Taylor Swift Soaring Butterfly

It's highly unlikely Taylor Swift will be slowing down any time soon. This young,vibrant most sought after country music darling keeps on shining, in previous weeks Miss Swift was named entertainer of the year and recently crowned artist of the year. With a fragance line, hallmark deal, the face of Cover Girl among her music career much more is in store for Taylor. In 2012 Taylor will come animated in the animated film The Lorax and will begin on a new album. Taylor Swift is a savy buisness woman with the right balance of normalcy it's not wonder people are inspired by her and not only from her country music peers, the general public love this girl and how can you not? Taylor Swift will continue to shine in all avenues of life. Taylor is the exception to the rule, you can never be too young or too old to rock out, live free.

Musicans On Call

Kellie Pickler and Casey James recently sat down with The Nashville Country Club and discussed their role on helping Musicans On Call which is an organization for children who battle cancer. This is the 4th year of Musicans on Call and helps raise funds for children and their families who live with the battle of cancer. Both Kellie and Casey have many endeavors to fullfill musicially and professionally coming up in the next couple of months. These two wonderfully talented people will have much to celebrate coming up in the new year. Expect to hear more from Kellie and Casey at the Nashville Country Club and see the video of the interview right here.
Musicans On Call  

It's Christmas In The Country

It's that time of year and the artists are coming, to celebrate the holidays with lots of cheer, great stories, and with plenty of music to spare.
It really is the best time of year, so why not tune in and celebrate with Faith Hill, Martina McBride, Kellie Pickler, The Band Perry, Sugarland and many more.

TV Appearance Schedule
Christmas In Rockefeller Center -  November 30th on  NBC at 8pm EST.

CMA Country Christmas -  December 1st  on ABC at 8pm EST.

A Michael Buble Christmas -  December 6th on NBC at 8pm EST.

Christmas In Washington  - Decemeber 16th on TNT at 8pm EST.

The 13th Annual A Home For The Holidays w/ Martina McBride  - December 21st  on CBS at 8pm EST.

The Band Perry takes you behind the scene's of their new Christmas music video for
The 25 Days of Christmas Countdown on ABC Family right here, and tune in Sunday November 30th starting at 7pm EST to see the entire video. I'm so excited for the countdown to begin!
25 Days of Christmas

100 Proof

Kellie Pickler is all Pickler these days and all smiles along the way. Anyone who is anyone should know who Kellie Pickler is, she's that girl who entered a little competion called American Idol back in 2005,well since then Kellie released two albums, both albums sold well in country music, I can now tell you Pickler is super excited for new music to come to her fans in 2012, after months of pushing back the release date it's official, the new album titled "100 Proof" will be released January 24,2012.  The current single off the highly anticipated album "Tough" has a made a huge splash in country music and in country radio. The video for Tough directed by Roman White gives fans the up's and down's of Kellie Pickler's life journey and quite a journey it is.  Kellie Pickler's real roots are shown on this new album,the country girl she is at heart belting out such a traditional sound on songs such as "Stop Cheating On Me", Rockaway, & "Where's Tammy Wynette". There will be no shortage of real country music on this album. Kellie Pickler really is 100 Proof.
You can watch Tough on CMT, GAC, Yall Wire, Kellie's official web site and myspace page.
Want to see Kellie on TV this holiday season?, well, you're in luck,here's a list of the following TV appearances:

TV Appearance Schedule

CMA Country Christmas Dec 1st at 8pm on ABC
A Michael Buble Christmas Dec 6th at 8pm on NBC

Faith Hill's Comeback

It's been more than 5 years since Faith Hill has released an album, well, the time has come, in 2012 Faith will release a brand new album, a new single has recently been released to radio and digitally online , the new single "Come Home" is fitting for this beautifully talented woman. Come Home isn't another sappy ballad more so a song anyone can be proud of in this day and age. Have you heard the song? Tell me what you think.
How can you not talk about Faith Hill? It is purely obvious Faith is more than just a country music star, she's a mom to three girls and wife to Tim McGraw. I'd say Faith Hill has a pretty charmed life,but don't let that fool you. Faith sat down with Robin Roberts for In The Spotlight that led up to Faith's come back on the 45th Annual CMA Awards where she performed the new single. Faith talks with such comfort and ease, she simply has a way to really connect with others and it's no wonder why i'm such a huge fan of Faith's.
Christmas is coming early this year for Faith where she will help light the christmas tree in Rockefeller Center November 30th, the program will air on NBC 8pm eastern standard time.  You can't ask anymore, where's Faith? Faith Hill has returned to her musical roots, so proud she has.
Want to follow Faith online, visit twitter, facebook, and myspace. To get the latest on Faith Hill or Tim McGraw visit and join their official web site. This dynamic duo will surely plan more tours in the future, just have some faith.