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Singer-songwriter Tom Grant has written songs for Tammy Wynette, Eddy Arnold, Ray Price, and Mickey Gilley. He sang with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, on Hee Haw, Pop! Goes the Country, and for years was a regular performer on Ralph Emery's morning show, and The Nashville Network's Nashville Now. In this interview, learn about Grant's career, health challenges -- including living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease -- and how growing up in a “Happy Days” type environment gave him a solid foundation for life.

This week we welcome Barbara Fairchild! Barbara Fairchild's vibrant personality, her love for humor and storytelling along with her extraordinary talent for singing country and gospel music make her one of the finest entertainers you will see. She has a sincere warmth that flows out of her to everyone she meets, whether on the street or as a member of the audience in one of her shows. Barbara performs with her very talented husband, Roy Morris. They are really in love, and it shows. In the tradition of other husband and wife teams that brought laughter to millions, Barbara and Roy have a natural flare for comedy that is delightful to experience. They are such an important part of the Branson Entertainment Community. Their Sunday Morning Worship Service that began in 1992 has continued to be a source of inspiration to the thou- sands of Branson visitors who attend each year. Countless people say. "A trip to Branson is not complete without being with Barbara and Roy on Sunday Morning." Their special Veteran's Service, is so important to them, held dur- ing Branson's Veteran's Homecoming Week in November. They believe we owe more to our Veteran's than we could ever repay and take every opportunity to let our nation's heroes know how important they are. Barbara and Roy's faith is their foundation and the most important aspect of their lives. Throughout Barbara's exciting and extensive career she has received many awards and honors. Her nomination for two prestigious Grammy Awards, one for her #1 country hit, "The Teddy Bear Song" and the other in the music for children category, "Lullaby for Teddy" are highlights in her career. She is recognized as one of the finest female entertainers in Country Music. Barbara was one of Ralph Emery's favorite guests during the years he hosted the top- rated "Nashville Now" show on the TNN television network. Ralph even trusted her to be a guest host for him at times in his absence. Through that show Barbara Fairchild became a household name to thousands of viewers. Barbara's talent has not diminished through the years and you can often see her these days on the RFD Network along with many of her peers on the very popular "Country Family Reunion" hosted by Bill Anderson. Among the many television appearances during her career include, "The Tonight Show," Hee Haw," "A Salute to Country Music," " The CMA Country Music Awards," and the three part special, "A Country Homecoming," hosted by Ralph Emery. She has made several appearances on CBN (The 700 Club) and TBN and two tribute specials to the Legendary Dottie Rambo. She was thrilled to host her own TV Special, "Barbara Fairchild In England" on the BBC network, just to name a few. Barbara continues to tour and sing. For her complete tour schedule visit BarbaraFairchild.com.

In radio news, the FCC adopts new rules for eas announcements. There is hot talk in Dallas Texas. Plus lots of news on the street, and a beginning look at the September Nielsen Personal People Meter Ratings. Next up those call letter and format changes, followed by a tribute to the late Loretta Lynn on the Ralph Emery show. This weeks classic aircheck is the late Humble Harve on Krth FM Los Angels from 1991. Finally we visit Fairbanks Alaska and radio station KYSC FM with their rock format.

This week we welcome Barbara Fairchild! Barbara Fairchild's vibrant personality, her love for humor and storytelling along with her extraordinary talent for singing country and gospel music make her one of the finest entertainers you will see. She has a sincere warmth that flows out of her to everyone she meets, whether on the street or as a member of the audience in one of her shows. Barbara performs with her very talented husband, Roy Morris. They are really in love, and it shows. In the tradition of other husband and wife teams that brought laughter to millions, Barbara and Roy have a natural flare for comedy that is delightful to experience. They are such an important part of the Branson Entertainment Community. Their Sunday Morning Worship Service that began in 1992 has continued to be a source of inspiration to the thou- sands of Branson visitors who attend each year. Countless people say. "A trip to Branson is not complete without being with Barbara and Roy on Sunday Morning." Their special Veteran's Service, is so important to them, held dur- ing Branson's Veteran's Homecoming Week in November. They believe we owe more to our Veteran's than we could ever repay and take every opportunity to let our nation's heroes know how important they are. Barbara and Roy's faith is their foundation and the most important aspect of their lives. Throughout Barbara's exciting and extensive career she has received many awards and honors. Her nomination for two prestigious Grammy Awards, one for her #1 country hit, "The Teddy Bear Song" and the other in the music for children category, "Lullaby for Teddy" are highlights in her career. She is recognized as one of the finest female entertainers in Country Music. Barbara was one of Ralph Emery's favorite guests during the years he hosted the top- rated "Nashville Now" show on the TNN television network. Ralph even trusted her to be a guest host for him at times in his absence. Through that show Barbara Fairchild became a household name to thousands of viewers. Barbara's talent has not diminished through the years and you can often see her these days on the RFD Network along with many of her peers on the very popular "Country Family Reunion" hosted by Bill Anderson. Among the many television appearances during her career include, "The Tonight Show," Hee Haw," "A Salute to Country Music," " The CMA Country Music Awards," and the three part special, "A Country Homecoming," hosted by Ralph Emery. She has made several appearances on CBN (The 700 Club) and TBN and two tribute specials to the Legendary Dottie Rambo. She was thrilled to host her own TV Special, "Barbara Fairchild In England" on the BBC network, just to name a few. Barbara continues to tour and sing. For her complete tour schedule visit BarbaraFairchild.com.

PART ONE:We pay tribute to Songcraft friend and legendary songwriter Lamont Dozier, who passed away recently at the age of 81. In happier news, we discuss Paul's recent nomination for a GMA Dove Award for Songwriter of the year before diving into the Ringo Starr Instagram foot controversy. PART TWO (14:39):We make an important announcement about the future of Songcraft, reveal the winner of our Dave Alvin book giveaway, and share all the details on the brand new Byrds coffee table book. PART THREE (22:13):Our in-depth interview with Roger McGuinnABOUT ROGER McGUINN:Our guest on this episode of Songcraft is Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Roger McGuinn. Best known for his work with The Byrds, Roger's distinctive 12-string electric guitar style helped propel the singles “Mr. Tambourine Man” and “Turn! Turn! Turn!” to the top of the charts. As a songwriter, Roger wrote or co-wrote many of the band's classics, including “Eight Miles High,” “5D,” “Mr. Spaceman,” “So You Want to Be a Rock ‘n' Roll Star,” “Drug Store Truck Drivin' Man,” “Ballad of Easy Rider,” “Chestnut Mare,” and others. He launched a solo career in the 1970s, releasing albums that explored new musical territory, and touring as part of Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue. By the end of the decade, Roger had reunited with former Byrds bandmates Chris Hillman and Gene Clark as a trio known as McGuinn, Clark & Hillman, which yielded the McGuinn-penned Top 40 single “Don't You Write Her Off.” His 1991 comeback album, Back from Rio, included the Billboard Mainstream Rock hits “King of the Hill” and “Someone to Love,” and featured songs co-written with Tom Petty, Dave Stewart, Jeff Lynne, Mike Campbell, and McGuinn's wife Camilla, who has since become his primary songwriting partner. A lifelong folk music enthusiast, McGuinn has recorded hundreds of songs as part of his online Folk Den project. A compilation album, Treasures from the Folk Den, earned Roger his third Grammy nomination. Most recently, the three surviving founding members of The Byrds—McGuinn, Hillman, and David Crosby—have put together an oversized 400-page coffee table book of photographs and oral history called The Byrds: 1964-1967, which is available for order in both standard and limited-edition autographed versions at www.byrdsbook.com. 

Hello everyone in this episode I will be talking about my love for the wonderful Ralph Emery and so much more etc Ralph Emery was proudly known as the Dick Clark of Country Music and much more --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wondergirlsaida/message

This week we welcome Jana King Evans! Jana is a singer, songwriter, vocal arranger, and producer of recording sessions and stage shows. Growing up in Texas, Jana completed a Bachelor's Degree in Vocal and Choral Music and Music Arranging, and did Masters work in Music Theater and Music Theory at Texas Tech University. Jana lived in Nashville over 15 years and is most recognized for her many years on national television on TNN (The Nashville Network) as lead background vocalist/vocal arranger on the Ralph Emery show, “Nashville Now”.....and on the Crook and Chase Show, “Music City Tonight”. She also can be seen on RFD TV's Family Reunion series on the “Second Generation” show. Jana has sung background and arranged vocals on 100's of recordings with artists such as Neil Diamond, Kenny Rogers, Garth Brooks, Clint Black, George Jones, Willie Nelson, Randy Travis, Ronnie Milsap, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Loretta Lynn, Roy Rogers, Marty Stuart, Clay Walker, etc. etc. etc.. Jana is also recognized for her commercial/jingle career in Nashville, Chicago, and Dallas. Some of the ones to note are: ”Like a good neighbor...STATE FARM is there”
“The heartbeat of America....that's TODAY'S CHEVROLET” “OH, I'd love to be and OSCAR MEYER WEINER” “BUDWEISER BEER” and “TOYOTA” After marrying her husband who is a native of Branson, Jana has been a featured performer in various shows with the likes of Pam Tillis, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee, Les Brown and the Band of Renown, Doug Kershaw, etc. (And now....FINALLY...the stage of Branson Country USA)! In the past few years, Jana has been on a national tour with the Memphis Symphony orchestra singing along with live footage of Elvis Presley, produced by Priscilla Presley Productions, and with Deana Martin in Las Vegas in honor of Dean Martin's 100th year birthday celebration. Jana has had success as a songwriter and is most proud of her a song called “Jump Into My Fire”.....recorded by the late great Etta James on her Grammy nominated Island Records album “7 Year Itch”. Jana's latest vocal project is on the newly released movie soundtrack, “The Eyes of Tammy Faye”. Jana recorded along with other Nashville session singers for the background and choral tracks under the direction of Dave Cobb (Christ Stapleton's producer) at the RCA Recording Studio in Nashville. Besides the music business, Jana spends most of her time now in community service as the new Administrator of the Branson Veterans Memorial Garden!

RIP Nashville country music DJ and radio host, Ralph Emery. Marshall, Matt, and K K review one of Ralph Emery's only songs, Hello Fool. Hooky with Sloane by Bird Creek Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Music provided by FreeMusic109 https://youtube.com/FreeMusic109

In radio news, Ted Stryker joins the Booker show at KYSR FM. Sirius Satellite radio reports its fourth quarter revenue results. We say goodbye to the KOMO call sign in Seattle Washington. We'll also let you know what is happening on the street, and continue our look at the Nielsen Holiday Personal People Meter Ratings. This will be followed up by Jennifer's call letter and format changes. Next we will present a feature celebrating the life of the late country radio announcer Ralph Emery. This will be followed by an aircheck of Lee Allen from WXYZ am from Detroit Michigan from 1964. Finally we travel to Chicago and listen to the new morning show on radio station WTMX FM.

Emery was a country music broadcasting legend Last week, Country Music Hall of Fame broadcaster Ralph Emery passed away at the age of 88. Emery was known as "the Dick Clark of country music" and "the Johnny Carson of cable television" as he hosted a variety of programs and introduced new artists to country music. Among his many accolades were host of TNN's Nashville Now, WSM-FM jockey, Ralph Emery Live, and Grand Ole Opry announcer from 1961 until 1964. With a career spanning more than half a century, he was a 1989 inductee into the Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame, a 2007 inductee into the Country Music Hall of Fame, and 2010 inductee in the National Radio Hall of Fame. Emery was known for his kindness and support of female artists in country music. He gave early exposure to Lorrie Morgan and The Judds, to name a few. We remember Emery with an archival interview Matt conducted in 2018. Be sure to subscribe to The Music Universe Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

Coffee, Country & Cody reflect on the life and memories of a radio pioneer, Country Music Hall of Fame member, and our friend; Ralph Emery. 

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Mrs. Phillips recognizes we aren't completing any work today, so she rolls the projector in to keep us engaged. Movie time never occurs in her class, so we all know there is a genuine chance we'll be going home early. The lights go out, and the gentle hum from the machine follows the click of the on/off switch. The film works its way through the maze, gaining steam until our movie appears like magic on the brick wall. Word on the street is that there is an enormous snowstorm spiraling into Montgomery county. All of the students are delighted in anticipation of Mrs. Gaither saying the welcomed words over the intercom. The Love Bug may be fine entertainment, but almost everyone's attention is on the window. Each kid in the room wants to be the first to shout out snow when the flakes begin to make their way to earth. No one has made a sighting, but we immediately notice bright yellow school busses stretching through the parking lot. The familiar pop from the loudspeaker signals an urgent message, "Teachers, please dismiss your students at this time." You'd of thought we were experiencing a home team touchdown by the cheers bursting throughout Cumberland Heights. Everyone lines up and heads to the front door, thrilled to leave three hours early. I'm optimistic we'll get a good dose of the white wet stuff, but others on the bus insist it'll never happen, and we'll be back at it tomorrow. If the forecast is correct, a guaranteed three days off is in our future because today is already Thursday. God tends to get my most sincere prayers under these types of circumstances. Each time the door opens to let an eager child bust through, the polar gust attacks to ensure my prayers do not go unnoticed. Finally, I'm home and ready for a bit of rest and relaxation. Mom has other plans for my early arrival as she points out the empty wood boxes inside and tells me I'm the perfect candidate to fill them up. Outdoor, we have a mountain of lumber up against the house covered with a tarp. We transfer it inside whenever the crates get empty. It's not how I had planned to spend my mini-vacation, but if we want to stay warm, I'd better get to work. Once I finish the job, I take a moment to admire my significantly overstacked accomplishment. The containers aren't full unless the wood reaches the ceiling. This particular technique guarantees more free time in between chores. My mother invites me into the cozy kitchen for a hot bowl of tomato soup and a grilled cheese prepared with love. A string of gooey Velveeta stretches from my toasted bread to the thick red concoction when I tear some off to give it a dunk. Suddenly, my favorite weatherman, Bill Hall, delivers an unwelcome word. It looks like the naysayers on the bus could have been correct. Bill just told me the storm would barely miss middle Tennessee, but we aren't in the clear. He's a good man because he always gives me hope. A chance is all I need to keep the dream alive until I hear from the Snowbird report in the morning. The sky through the kitchen window doesn't show a sign yet, but it smells like snow. My dad would always tell me he could smell it in the air, and he was always right. After a solid night's sleep, I awake with a mission. There's no sign of snowfall outside, so my next source of information is the small black and white television in the kitchen. Ralph Emery is on, as usual, the Soap Sisters are singing, and nothing seems to be out of the ordinary. "Momma, have you heard anything yet?" I asked on the way to the bathroom. "Nope, you better get ready for school," she says in the distance as I close the door behind me. Disappointment stares back at me through the medicine cabinet mirror above the sink while I say another earnest prayer. "Chris, it's Snowbird," Mom screams from the other side of the house. Ripping through rooms like the Dukes running from Sheriff Rosco P. Coltrane, I join Mom in the den. My face lights up as Mr. Hall points at the map and presents the news I desperately need to hear. School is closed? School is closed! Yes! I love you, Bill, and I love you, Snowbird! My eyes shift to the window in anticipation, only to realize nothing has fallen. Grabbing up my heavy coat, I head outside. A rush of arctic air slices through my shirt before I'm able to zip up tight. Beads of ice strike my face like a million tiny angel kisses flung from Heaven. I expose the camouflaged precipitation by looking away from the white sky to concentrate on a nearby Spruce. The deep green backdrop affords the perfect frame for Mother Nature's display. A solitary snowflake as large as my hand sways back and forth, drifting silently to the glaciated ground. Finally, an opaque quilt covers any imperfections and charges me with the thrill of a weekend of adventure.

This week we welcome Jana King Evans! Jana is a singer, songwriter, vocal arranger, and producer of recording sessions and stage shows. Growing up in Texas, Jana completed a Bachelor's Degree in Vocal and Choral Music and Music Arranging, and did Masters work in Music Theater and Music Theory at Texas Tech University. Jana lived in Nashville over 15 years and is most recognized for her many years on national television on TNN (The Nashville Network) as lead background vocalist/vocal arranger on the Ralph Emery show, “Nashville Now”.....and on the Crook and Chase Show, “Music City Tonight”. She also can be seen on RFD TV's Family Reunion series on the “Second Generation” show. Jana has sung background and arranged vocals on 100's of recordings with artists such as Neil Diamond, Kenny Rogers, Garth Brooks, Clint Black, George Jones, Willie Nelson, Randy Travis, Ronnie Milsap, Pam Tillis, Lorrie Morgan, Loretta Lynn, Roy Rogers, Marty Stuart, Clay Walker, etc. etc. etc.. Jana is also recognized for her commercial/jingle career in Nashville, Chicago, and Dallas. Some of the ones to note are: ”Like a good neighbor...STATE FARM is there”
“The heartbeat of America....that's TODAY'S CHEVROLET” “OH, I'd love to be and OSCAR MEYER WEINER” “BUDWEISER BEER” and “TOYOTA” After marrying her husband who is a native of Branson, Jana has been a featured performer in various shows with the likes of Pam Tillis, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee, Les Brown and the Band of Renown, Doug Kershaw, etc. (And now....FINALLY...the stage of Branson Country USA)! In the past few years, Jana has been on a national tour with the Memphis Symphony orchestra singing along with live footage of Elvis Presley, produced by Priscilla Presley Productions, and with Deana Martin in Las Vegas in honor of Dean Martin's 100th year birthday celebration. Jana has had success as a songwriter and is most proud of her a song called “Jump Into My Fire”.....recorded by the late great Etta James on her Grammy nominated Island Records album “7 Year Itch”. Jana's latest vocal project is on the newly released movie soundtrack, “The Eyes of Tammy Faye”. Jana recorded along with other Nashville session singers for the background and choral tracks under the direction of Dave Cobb (Christ Stapleton's producer) at the RCA Recording Studio in Nashville. Besides the music business, Jana spends most of her time now in community service as the new Administrator of the Branson Veterans Memorial Garden!

This week we welcome, Country Music recording star, Barbara Fairchild! Barbara Fairchild's vibrant personality, her love for humor and storytelling along with her extraordinary talent for singing country and gospel music make her one of the finest entertainers you will see. She has a sincere warmth that flows out of her to everyone she meets, whether on the street or as a member of the audience in one of her shows. Barbara performs with her very talented husband, Roy Morris. They are really in love, and it shows. In the tradition of other husband and wife teams that brought laughter to millions, Barbara and Roy have a natural flare for comedy that is delightful to experience. They are such an important part of the Branson Entertainment Community. Their Sunday Morning Worship Service that began in 1992 has continued to be a source of inspiration to the thousands of Branson visitors who attend each year. Countless people say. "A trip to Branson is not complete without being with Barbara and Roy on Sunday Morning." Their special Veteran's Service, is so important to them, held during Branson's Veteran's Homecoming Week in November. They believe we owe more to our Veteran's than we could ever repay and take every opportunity to let our nation's heroes know how important they are. Barbara and Roy's faith is their foundation and the most important aspect of their lives. Throughout Barbara's exciting and extensive career she has received many awards and honors. Her nomination for two prestigious Grammy Awards, one for her #1 country hit, "The Teddy Bear Song" and the other in the music for children category, "Lullaby for Teddy" are highlights in her career. She is recognized as one of the finest female entertainers in Country Music. Barbara was one of Ralph Emery's favorite guests during the years he hosted the top-rated "Nashville Now" show on the TNN television network. Ralph even trusted her to be a guest host for him at times in his absence. Through that show Barbara Fairchild became a household name to thousands of viewers. Barbara's talent has not diminished through the years and you can often see her these days on the RFD Network along with many of her peers on the very popular "Country Family Reunion" hosted by Bill Anderson.  Among the many television appearances during her career include, "The Tonight Show," Hee Haw," "A Salute to Country Music," " The CMA Country Music Awards," and the three part special, "A Country Homecoming," hosted by Ralph Emery. She has made several appearances on CBN (The 700 Club) and TBN and two tribute specials to the Legendary Dottie Rambo. She was thrilled to host her own TV Special, "Barbara Fairchild In England" on the BBC network, just to name a few. Barbara continues to tour and sing.  For her complete tour schedule visit BarbaraFairchild.com.

Music Used in this Episode:Kevin Macleod-"Clean Soul", "Comfortable Mystery 3", "Covert Affair", "Creeping to Ship", "LightThought var 2", "Lightless Dawn", "Music for Funeral Home - Part 11", "Nervous", "Reawakening",“Shores of Avalon", "Sunset at Glengorm", "Unnatural Situation”, “Virtues Instrumenti”, “Hillbilly“Swing”, “I Knew a Guy”, “Clean Soul”, “Devastation and Revenge”Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Drake Stafford- “Weirder”Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/From www.freemusicarchive.orgflyingdeadman- “I see you”Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/From www.freemusicarchive.orgSteinbruchel- “Snowfall”Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/From www.freemusicarchive.orgAdditional incidental music by SkillpakThe Davis Sisters-“Crying Steel Guitar Waltz/Taking Time Out for Tears”Demo, Late 1952 or early 1953, possibly WJR radio studio, 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit,Michigan (Betty Jack Davis: vocal; Mary Frances “Skeeter Davis” Penick: vocal; unknown: guitar“Takin' Time Out For Tears” )“Skeeter Davis-“Set Him Free” (RCA Victor, Nashville, February 1959)“My Last Date” (RCA Victor, Nashville, 1964)under Fair UseFAIR USE:Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include—(1)the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;(2)the nature of the copyrighted work;(3)the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and(4)the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors.Past Dark is written and produced by Carmen Park

 Music Used in this Episode:Kevin Macleod-"Clean Soul", "Comfortable Mystery 3", "Covert Affair", "Creeping to Ship", "Light              Thought var 2", "Lightless Dawn", "Music for Funeral Home - Part 11", "Nervous", "Reawakening",                                        “Shores of Avalon", "Sunset at Glengorm", "Unnatural Situation"     Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)     Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0     http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Drake Stafford- “Weirder”      Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0       http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/       From www.freemusicarchive.orgflyingdeadman- “I see you”        Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/        From www.freemusicarchive.orgEyes Closed by mwic (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0)         license.  http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/mwic/58714Steinbruchel- “Snowfall”        Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0        http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/        From www.freemusicarchive.org Additional incidental music by Skillpak Clarence Ashley- “Coo Coo Bird”Girls of the Golden West -“Barn Dance of Long Ago”Buell Kazee- “The Butcher's Boy”Grand Ol' Opry Broadcast, 10-14-1939XERF Radio Broadcast, Del Rio Texas, 1953            Public Domain, from www.archive.org The Davis Sisters-“Crying Steel Guitar Waltz/Taking Time Out for Tears”        Late 1952 or early 1953, possibly WJR radio studio, 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit,          Michigan (Betty Jack Davis: vocal; Mary Frances “Skeeter Davis” Penick: vocal; unknown: guitar        “Takin' Time Out For Tears” )       “I Forgot More Than You'll Ever Know” (RCA Records, Nashville) 1953Skeeter Davis-“Set Him Free”  (RCA Victor, Nashville, February 1959)        “The End of the World” (RCA Victor, Nashville, December 1962)         under Fair Use          FAIR USE:Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include—(1)the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;(2)the nature of the copyrighted work;(3)the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and(4)the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors.  Past Dark is written and produced by Carmen Park

This week we welcome country music greats, Barbara Fairchild and Mary Lou Turner.This week we welcome, Country Music recording star, Barbara Fairchild!  Barbara Fairchild's vibrant personality, her love for humor and storytelling along with her extraordinary talent for singing country and gospel music make her one of the finest entertainers you will see. She has a sincere warmth that flows out of her to everyone she meets, whether on the street or as a member of the audience in one of her shows. Barbara performs with her very talented husband, Roy Morris. They are really in love, and it shows. In the tradition of other husband and wife teams that brought laughter to millions, Barbara and Roy have a natural flare for comedy that is delightful to experience. They are such an important part of the Branson Entertainment Community.Their Sunday Morning Worship Service that began in 1992 has continued to be a source of inspiration to the thousands of Branson visitors who attend each year. Countless people say. "A trip to Branson is not complete without being with Barbara and Roy on Sunday Morning." Their special Veteran's Service, is so important to them, held during Branson's Veteran's Homecoming Week in November. They believe we owe more to our Veteran's than we could ever repay and take every opportunity to let our nation's heroes know how important they are. Barbara and Roy's faith is their foundation and the most important aspect of their lives. Throughout Barbara's exciting and extensive career she has received many awards and honors. Her nomination for two prestigious Grammy Awards, one for her #1 country hit, "The Teddy Bear Song" and the other in the music for children category, "Lullaby for Teddy" are highlights in her career. She is recognized as one of the finest female entertainers in Country Music. Barbara was one of Ralph Emery's favorite guests during the years he hosted the top-rated "Nashville Now" show on the TNN television network. Ralph even trusted her to be a guest host for him at times in his absence. Through that show Barbara Fairchild became a household name to thousands of viewers.Barbara's talent has not diminished through the years and you can often see her these days on the RFD Network along with many of her peers on the very popular "Country Family Reunion" hosted by Bill Anderson. Among the many television appearances during her career include, "The Tonight Show," Hee Haw," "A Salute to Country Music," " The CMA Country Music Awards," and the three part special, "A Country Homecoming," hosted by Ralph Emery. She has made several appearances on CBN (The 700 Club) and TBN and two tribute specials to the Legendary Dottie Rambo. She was thrilled to host her own TV Special, "Barbara Fairchild In England" on the BBC network, just to name a few.Barbara continues to tour and sing.  For her complete tour schedule visit BarbaraFairchild.com.This week we welcome star of the Grand Ole Opry,  Mary Lou Turner! Born in Hazard, Kentucky, Mary Lou Turner began her career as a Country Music Artist in 1974 with her first popular song, All That Keeps Me Going.  She followed that success with several other songs that reached the top 50 on the U.S. Country Charts, including It's Different With You, Love It Away, and Cheatin' Overtime. Though a star in her own right, she may be best known for the duets she sang with Bill Anderson.  The duo teamed up to produce hits in the top 25 on the U.S. Country Charts, including I'm Way Ahead of You and Where Are You Going, Billy Boy.  The pair released Sometimes in 1976 which reached Number 1 on the Country Charts.  That same year, she and Bill also released That's What Made Me Love You reaching number 7 with that hit. Mary Lou has performed in the theaters of Branson, Missouri for many years.  She starred with both Boxcar Willie and Buck Trent, before joining the Grand Ladies of Country Music Show.  She and her husband, David, call the Ozarks home. For more information, visit her Facebook page:  Mary Lou Turner. 

Justin sits down with noted author Tom Carter about his newest book Nashville Music & Murder. This is Carter's first work of fiction; he has previously co-authored autobiographies for Ralph Emery, Ronnie Milsap, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Glen Campbell, Reba McEntire, LeAnne Rimes, Tammy Wynette, Jason Aldean, and more!

Celebrate Country Music on Talk For Two‘s Fall Return! Today kicks off an entire week of shows For Talk For Two. Those of you that know Matt know his love for country music knows no bounds. This week is tent tent poled by some of the industries biggest legends. Plus, we are thrilled to present […] The post Ralph Emery and Kaylee Rutland-Episode 173 appeared first on Talk For Two.

Celebrate Country Music on Talk For Two‘s Fall Return! Today kicks off an entire week of shows For Talk For Two. Those of you that know Matt know his love for country music knows no bounds. This week is tent tent poled by some of the industries biggest legends. Plus, we are thrilled to present […] The post Ralph Emery and Kaylee Rutland-Episode 173 appeared first on Talk For Two.

October 5th, 2015 at the historic WSM tower in Brentwood, Tennessee with hosts Bill Cody, Charlie Mattos, Frank Seres & Eddie Stubbs and guests E.W. Bud Wendell, Kyle Cantrell, Bob Meyer, Ralph Emery, Keith Bilbrey, Jimmy Carter, T Graham Brown, Lorianne Crook & Charlie Chase.

Puppeteer and musician Steve Hall joins Matt for a very special episode about his amazing life in show business. Hall is best known as the creator of Nashville Now's Shotgun Red. Little Red sat “nose-to-nose” with host Ralph Emery for many years. As a result of the appeal of one character, Hall has met or […] The post Episode 79-Steve Hall appeared first on Talk For Two.

Puppeteer and musician Steve Hall joins Matt for a very special episode about his amazing life in show business. Hall is best known as the creator of Nashville Now’s Shotgun Red. Little Red sat “nose-to-nose” with host Ralph Emery for many years. As a result of the appeal of one character, Hall has met or […] The post Episode 79-Steve Hall appeared first on Talk For Two.

Jackie and Dunlap celebrate their 75th episode by laying on a couch, enjoying a pot of Miz Tindall's Special Spaghetti, and talking about the Gospel of Jesus's Wife, the lady who threw a shoe at Hillary Clinton, Jeb Bush and his 2016 Hopeful Pals (Ted Cruz, Mike Huckabee and Rand Paul).  Clip of the week is either Shotgun Red and Ralph Emery again, or maybe Mrs. Columbo. Sponsored by Hosewater ("New Hosewater Lite! For People On A Diet.") and Dom Podge's Tax Whiz ("In Nevada Sabotaging Federal Cow Stealers")  

We kick off another Inside Music Row with the mention of Luke Bryan.  The rigning ACM Entertainer of the Year is putting the finishing touches on his fourth studio album.  Look for the project to be released this August.  Up next is the Zac Brown Band as they have been venturing into the food and beverage industry, and you can now find the goup featured on limited-edition cans of Landshark Lager.  By "blipping" the Landshark can using the blippar app on smart phones, fans will get exclusive content of the Zac Brown Band.  Up next is the Grammy winning vocalist Jason Crabb as he has just released his first children's book "One God, One You."  Check out JaseCrabb.com for more information.  For the first time in its 87 year history, Nashville's 650 AM WSM is releasing a compilation of live, in-station performances.  "Live from the Archives of 650 AM WSM Volume One" will be available on CD, vinyl, and digitally when it's released June 25th.  The project includes clips from Vince Gill, Reba McEntire, Ralph Emery, the late George Jones, and many more.  Up next we mention The Grand Ole Opry as it will be moving into the 21st Century with a new iPad app.  The app offers audio streaming, along with many extras, including "Opry By The Numbers," a Sodoku-themed game full of fun facts and trivia.  Finally, we go Inside The Song with Sony ATV's Tom Luteran to hear about Blake Shelton's number one hit "Honey Bee."

Bill Cody with Country Music Hall of Fame member Bill Anderson, recorded July 12, 2011 at WSM radio in Nashville.  Bill was getting set to celebrate his 50th Anniversary at the Grand Ole Opry and would spend the hour with us looking back on his great career.  Bill would get a surprise visit from fell Hall of Fame member Ralph Emery.

Country Music Hall of Fame member Ralph Emery on WSM, recorded Friday October 29th, 2010.  Ralph stopped by to visit with Bill & Charlie to share some wonderful memories of his years at WSM.  Ralph will be inducted into the National Radio Hall of Fame on November 6th.    http://www.radiohof.org 

The Nashville Music Garden took root in the Hall of Fame Park, located at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Demonbreun downtown.  On hand for the public dedication were hosts Barbara Mandrell and Lynn Anderson, as well as emcee Ralph Emery and countless others, where dozens of celebrities have specially created hybrid roses named after them or their songs.

Bill Cody with Country Music Hall of Famer, Ralph Emery, recorded January 2008 at WSM Radio in Nashville..  Ralph had recently been inducted into the Hall of Fame and would stop by our WSM studios to share some wonderful memories.  Ralph would also dip into his radio archives and delight us with vintage audio from Marty Robbins and Loretta Lynn.