Bob Wills

Centennial Celebrations for Cain's Ballroom to Continue with Hot Club of Cowtown
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 18, 2024

Celebrate the centennial of Tulsa's Cain's Ballroom with a free concert by Hot Club of Cowtown on July 25. Learn how to attend!

Legendary Songwriter Cindy Walker Posthumously Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

Legendary country songwriter Cindy Walker has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing her enduring legacy in music.

Cain's Ballroom Centennial Celebration Continues With John Fulbright In Concert To Launch Special Edition Ale
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024

Celebrate Cain's Ballroom's centennial with the release of Cain's Centennial Ale, a collaboration with Marshall Brewing Company, and a free concert featuring Grammy-nominated artist John Fullbright on March 31.

Jackie DeShannon to Discuss Her Career and Country Music Roots at the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024

Celebrated singer-songwriter Jackie DeShannon discusses her trailblazing career and country music roots at the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum in Nashville.

Back by Popular Demand: The Texas Gypsies Return to Hill Country Community Theatre with Big Bad Hits of the 1940s
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 27, 2023

The Hill Country Community Theatre is set to sizzle as the Texas Gypsies, a six-piece band of unparalleled talent, make a triumphant return by popular demand.

Wade Hayes Shoots Video For 'Old Country Still Rocks'
by Michael Major - Dec 20, 2023

Wade Hayes (r.) shot a music video for the title track of his Old Country Still Rocks album with director Justin Mayotte (l.) during a rare Nashville concert at the Music City Bar & Grill last night. Old Country Still Rocks is an 11-song set that celebrates Wade's heroes, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Bob Wills, Merle Haggard and other icons.

Wade Hayes Sets 'Old Country Still Rocks' Album Release Date
by Michael Major - Nov 2, 2023

Wade Hayes has paid homage to the country music of his roots while establishing his legacy in the genre. Now the Oklahoma Country Music Hall of Famer takes his admiration for country music a step further with Old Country Still Rocks, an 11-song set that celebrates his heroes, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Bob Wills, Merle Haggard and other icons.

Willie Nelson's Revered Album 'Rainbow Connection' To Make Its Vinyl Debut
by Michael Major - Sep 26, 2023

Continuing the yearlong celebration of Willie Nelson’s 90th birthday, UMe has added two additional titles to its extensive vinyl campaign of the legend’s UMG catalog: on November 10 Willie’s beloved 2001 kid-friendly album, Rainbow Connection, will be released on vinyl for the first time ever and his acclaimed It Always Will Be.

Celebrate Patsy Cline & George Jones With Wisconsin-Born Vocalist Staci Griesbach March 5 At The Weidner
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2023

Celebrate the 90-year legacies of country music icons Patsy Cline and George Jones as The Weidner presents Los Angeles-based, Wisconsin-native and vocalist Staci Griesbach performing selections from these two classic catalogs reimagined through a Jazz lens. 

Bob Wills' Texas Playboys Will Appear in Concert at the Spencer This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2022

When Texas Playboys front man and fiddler Jason Roberts steps onto a stage and utters his first “AH-ha” of the evening, western swing fans know they're seeing and hearing nothing less than the living embodiment of a musical tradition that stretches all the way back to 1933.

Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts Announces 'Taste Of The Spencer' Fundraiser Set For Next Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2022

The freshly plated lobster tail & filet mignon dinner will be served on our cool, hi-tech performance stage in a festive salute to the nonprofit theater's 25 years of performance success. Bravissimo!

Spencer Theater Announces 2022 Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2022

Catch what’s on stage at the Spencer Theater this Summer Season 2022, a popping 13-week calendar of live music, special events and dining fun. The vibrant line-up includes everything from traditional western swing, contemporary folk, gospel and classic country, iconic rock and pop superstars, award-winning Mediterranean (flamenco/Greek) guitar, folk and surf rock legends, full-stage tributes, and children’s musical theatre. 

The Waymores Debut First Single & Announce 'Stone Sessions' Album Release
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2022

On their sophomore album, Stone Sessions, The Waymores play authentic country music with an Americana flourish, combining elements of folk, blues and Honky Tonk into an instantly recognizable sound. Willie Heath Neal’s husky baritone and the warm alto of Kira Annalise compliment each other perfectly.

BWW Review: ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE at Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center
by Cary Ginell - Dec 6, 2021

'Always...Patsy Cline' brings to life Cline's rich catalog of songs, impeccably portrayed by Michele McRae, with Kathleen Silverman as her friend, Houston housewife Louise Seger.

James Robert Webb Singles 'Okfuskee Whiskey' As Latest Release
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Jan 25, 2021

James Robert Webb is wrapping up his most successful radio run yet with the single “Good Time Waitin’ To Happen.” 

James Robert Webb Releases Timely 'Good Time Waitin' To Happen' Music Video
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 1, 2020

James Robert Webb has a knack for releasing timely songs. As the holiday season quickly approaches, the video for “Good Time Waitin’ to Happen” will help fans escape into the classic love story.

James Robert Webb Self-Titled Album Surpasses One Million Streams
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 10, 2020

James Robert Webb’s self-titled album has hit one million streams in less than six months.

Eisemann Center Postpones Asleep At The Wheel 50th Anniversary Tour Concert To July 24
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2020

Eisemann Center Presents Asleep at the Wheel 50th Anniversary Tour at the Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Drive in Richardson, Texas on Friday, July 24, 2020 at 7:30 pm (rescheduled from Saturday, March 28) in the Hill Performance Hall.

Rosanne Cash And Ry Cooder Bring The Music Of Johnny Cash To Carnegie Hall On November 2
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 11, 2019

On Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 8:00 p.m., in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash joins guitar legend and song man Ry Cooder in a program called Cash and Cooder on Cash: The Music of Johnny Cash. Performed in New York City for the first time, this highly anticipated event brings the duo together for a sublime tribute to Johnny Cash, featuring heartfelt personal interpretations of beloved songs from his legendary songbook.

BBC Announces Exclusive Film with Dolly Parton
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 21, 2019

With exclusive access, Dolly's Country (w/t) comes to BBC Two this autumn as part of a season of programmes putting a spotlight on country music.