A former member of the Roane County School Board was killed Friday night when he was struck by lightning. Officials say Everett Massengill had just finished mowing his lawn and was headed inside when he was struck by the lightning and killed instantly.
It happened in Walnut Grove in Kingston around 5:00 p.m. His wife found him in the yard. Massengill was an Army vet that worked for the Roane County Schools for more than 20 years.
The Roane County Schools is asking for prayer for his family saying Everett’s “cheerful personality and encouraging words will be greatly missed by all who knew him.”
With the release of “Talk You Out of It,” Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line have given fans the third sampling from their upcoming fourth studio album.
Following the release of lead single, “Simple,” and “Colorado” in June, the duo dropped “Talk You Out of It,” which features slow-jam lyrics that namedrop Luther Vandross and a suggestive hook: “I’m looking at the fine little dress you got on / Don’t get me wrong, girl, I love it / Now I just wanna talk you out of it.”
You can listen to “Talk You Out of It” below.
“Talk You Out of It”
Girl I know you had a long day
You ain’t feelin’ them downtown lights
But I got a bottle at your favorite place
Just waitin’ for us in a bucket on ice
Damn, I didn’t think it’d be that easy
‘Cause now you’re gettin’ ready
I’m just sittin’ there watchin’ TV
Here you come lookin’ like a grown man’s dream
Damn, I can’t believe, I can’t believe
I talked you into slippin’ down the hall, baby, turn it on
Your playlist you play when you’re in the shower
Talked you into taking up my time, making up your mind
Switching back and forth for an hour
And now you’re lookin’ like a line from a Vandross song
I’m looking at the fine little dress you got on
Don’t get me wrong, girl, I love it
Now I just wanna talk you out of it
Yeah, as cool at it would be
Watchin’ people wonder who you are
Oh, we should just say we did, we can start with a kiss
And pretend we just got back from the bar
I talked you into slippin’ down the hall, baby, turn it on
Your playlist you play when you’re in the shower
Talked you into taking up my time, making up your mind
Switching back and forth for an hour
And now you’re lookin’ like a line from a Vandross song
I’m looking at the fine little dress you got on
Don’t get me wrong, girl, I love it
Now I just wanna talk you out of it
Yeah, it’s a little cold outside
The music’s probably way too loud
To hear you laugh
And there’s a look in your eyes
Looks like we ain’t leavin’ now
Girl, I’m so glad, I’m so glad
I talked you into slippin’ down the hall, baby, turn it on
Your playlist you play when you’re in the shower
Talked you into taking up my time, making up your mind
Switching back and forth for an hour
And now you’re lookin’ like a line from a Vandross song
I’m looking at the fine little dress you got on
Don’t get me wrong, girl, I love it
Now I just wanna talk you out of it
Hey friends, after a one-week vacation at the beach, I’m baaaaaack.
I’m so amped to keep this Women Want to Hear Women conversation going.
As WHTHW gears up for a number of artist interviews in the coming weeks—including some fabulous up-and-comers—I wanted to feature a woman who has paved the way for so many of today’s female artists. She’s one of my personal heroes, Miss Dolly Parton. Hope you enjoy the podcast.
Elaina Smith talks with Dolly Parton about:
advice for new female artists in the country music industry: “bust those doors down”
her relationship with the new crop of female stars, including Kelsea Ballerini, Cam and Carly Pearce
Elaina’s first trip to Dollywood
being hands-on as the owner of Dollywood
random Twitter questions from fans, including the possibility of collaborating with Reba
The beginning of July means that 2018 is halfway over, which is the perfect opportunity to reflect on some of the noteworthy achievements from the past six months, including Gold certifications from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Of the more than 40 songs from all genres of music that were released in 2018 and have been certified Gold (500,000 units) or Platinum (1 million units) by the RIAA, only three were country songs.
Any guesses?
Nope, it’s not Dierk’s Bentley’s “Woman, Amen,” Blake Shelton’s “I Lived It” or Carrie Underwood’s “Cry Pretty,” although each song could earn the certification in the future.
The three country songs released in 2018 that have been certified Gold by the RIAA for 500,000 units are:
Dan + Shay’s “Tequila” – Released Jan. 10 – Certified May 22
Dan + Shay: photo by Tammie Arroyo, AFF-USA.com
Jason Aldean’s “You Make It Easy” – Released Jan. 26 – Certified May 4
Jason Aldean: photo by Tammie Arroyo, AFF-USA.com
Brett Young’s “Mercy” – Released Feb. 20 – Certified May 3
Brett Young: photo by Tammie Arroyo, AFF-USA.com
While “You Make It Easy” and “Tequila” have already topped the Billboard Country Airplay chart, “Mercy” is currently No. 10 after 21 week.
If you were wondering, the RIAA defines one “unit” as one permanent digital download or 150 on-demand audio/video streams.
Queens of country music Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire are two of the most decorated female country artist of all time, winning a combined 10 Grammy Awards, 16 CMA Awards and 19 ACM Awards.
It’s only natural that we want to see the Country Music Hall of Fame members collaborate, à la George Strait and Alan Jackson’s 2000 duet, “Murder on Music Row.”
While Dolly and Reba shared the small screen together in 2005 when Dolly guest starred on Reba’s self-titled sitcom on the WB, their collaborations have been few and far between, which is remarkable considering the longevity of both of their careers.
Hopefully, that may change in the future.
In a sit-down interview with Elaina Smith, co-host of Nash Nights Live and host of Women Want to Talk About Women podcast, Dolly revealed that she could envision herself singing a duet with Reba.
“Yes!” said Dolly to Elaina. “Reba and I have often talked about working together or doing a TV show together. We certainly—through the years—should have done something together, [a TV show] or just to do a movie or something, but we certainly should sing something together.”
OK, Reba, the ball is in your court. Let’s make this happen.
Lauren Alaina celebrated Independence Day in Washington, D.C., by performing her No. 1 hit, “Road Less Traveled,” as part of the PBS television special, A Capitol Fourth.
Backed by the National Symphony Orchestra and an all-female drumline on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, Lauren belted out her anthemic tune, which she co-penned with Jesse Frasure and Meghan Trainor. “Road Less Traveled” became Lauren’s first No. 1 single in 2017.
In addition to Lauren’s performance, a number of artists took the stage during the 38th annual broadcast of A Capitol Fourth, including Jimmy Buffett, The Beach Boys, Luke Combs, CeCe Winans, Pentatonix and more.
Watch Lauren’s performance of “Road Less Traveled” below.
As we celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends, let’s be sure to remember those who lost their lives protecting our freedom and thank those who serve or have served in our Armed Forces.
Many country stars shared their Fourth of July sentiments on social media today, including Reba McEntire, Dolly Parton, Zac Brown, Jake Owen, Vince Gill and many more.
This country has been good to me. Thanks to all the men and women who fought for our freedom. Even as a Canadian born girl, I am wishing everyone a Happy Independence Day in America… https://t.co/HXf81yOcg1
We live in the greatest country that has ever been or ever will be … Thank you Lord for this blessing … Have a safe and blessed July4th everyone… Today We Shine The Light On AMERICA … May God continue to bless her… 🇺🇸
Passing through Gallup, New Mexico, the most patriotic small town in America! Hope you’re all having a wonderful and relaxing 4th! #HappyFourthpic.twitter.com/5trke1HWqe
Our thoughts and prayers are going out to Eric Church and his family as they mourn the loss of Eric’s brother, Brandon Church, who passed on June 29.
The announcement was made via Eric’s fan club page: “It is with great sadness to confirm that Eric’s brother, Brandon, passed away on Friday evening. In lieu of flowers we are encouraging everyone to donate to a Scholarship Memorial Fund created on Brandon’s behalf. You can leave a message that will go via email directly to [parents] Ken and Rita.”
The website for the Scholarship Memorial Fund notes that Brandon was a “beloved son, brother, father and friend.”
The Memorial Fund has already raised more than $15,000.
Country music maverick Robert Earl Keen is a Lone Star State legend whose circle of influence roams far and wide, from the friendly confines of Texas to parts unknown.
Lyle Lovett
In the late 1970s, neighbors Robert Earl and Lyle Lovett became friends in College Station at The University of Texas A&M, where they co-penned “The Front Porch Song,” which was included on both of their debut albums. Robert Earl and Lyle collaborated again to duet on “T for Texas” on REK’s 2015 bluegrass album, Happy Prisoner. Lyle and Robert will join forces for a string of tour dates beginning in October.
Cream
Although Robert Earl grew up in Houston during the Beatlemania frenzy of the 1960s, his favorite band was the British rock outfit Cream. When he was 12 years old, he snuck into a Cream concert and managed to get backstage before being kicked out.
photo by AFF-USA.com
Willie Nelson
When Robert Earl was 18 years old, his car was destroyed by fire at Willie Nelson’s second annual Fourth of July Picnic in 1974. Twenty-one years later, The Highway Men—Willie, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Kris Kristofferson—recorded Robert Earl’s “The Road Goes on Forever,” which became the title track to their third and final album.
photo courtesy of JT Public Relations
Dean Dillon
Robert Earl and friend Dean Dillon, who has co-written more than 50 songs for George Strait, co-penned “West Texas Town,” which appeared on George’s 2008 album, Troubadour.
Cody Canada
In 2008, more than 20 artists—including Reckless Kelly, Randy Rogers, Wade Bowen, Chris Knight and Cody Canada of Cross Canadian Ragweed/The Departed—gathered at MusicFest in Steamboat, Colo., to celebrate Robert Earl’s vast musical catalog by recording Undone: A MusicFest Tribute to Robert Earl Keen. Cody, who cites Robert Earl as a seminal musical influence, sang REK’s “Shades of Gray” during the live recording.
Margo Timmins
Margo Timmins, lead singer of Cowboy Junkies, lent her vocals to “Then Came Lo Mein,” a song featured on Robert Earl’s 1997 major-label debut, Picnic. Incidentally, a picture of Robert Earl’s burning car from Willie Nelson’s Fourth of July Picnic is featured on the cover of the album.
Lloyd Maines
Lloyd Maines, an accomplished producer, guitarist, and pedal steel icon, has produced four REK albums: No. 2 Live Dinner, The Rose Hotel, Ready for Confetti and Happy Prisoner. On the latter, Lloyd recruited his daughter, Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks, to duet with Robert Earl on “Wayfaring Stranger.”
Before Luke Bryan performed at the PNC Music Pavilion in Charlotte, N.C., on June 30, he stopped by Seacrest Studios in the Levine Children’s Hospital to lead a singalong of his hit song, “Kick the Dust Up.”
Seacrest Studios, which is an in-house multimedia broadcast center made possible by the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, gives patients at the hospital the ability to explore the creative realms of radio, television and new media.
Levine Chilren’s Hospital shared a clip of Luke’s performance on its Facebook page and thanked Luke for taking the time to visit and perform for the kids.
Luke will be back on the road on July 6 to perform at Boston’s Fenway Park as part of his What Makes You Country Tour.
Check out the clip below of Luke’s performance at Levine Children’s Hospital.
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Lyle Lovett
Margo Timmins
