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Video: Chelsea and Grace Constable performing ‘Jerry’s Breakdown’

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A while back I featured this fantastic instrumental performance of “Sultans of Swing” by Chelsea and Grace Constable, two ultra-talented sisters from nearby Kingsport, Tennessee.

Today’s video showcases the talents of these young ladies once again.

This time they’re performing “Jerry’s Breakdown”, a fast-paced scorcher that was written and frequently performed by guitar legend Jerry Reed.  [Read more…]

Video: Awesome live performance of ‘Galveston’ by Glen Campbell

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If you’re a long-time Country Music fan you’re likely well familiar with the work of the late Glen Campbell.

After all, his incredible voice has been gracing the airwaves of Country radio for decades.

But what you might not know about Glen is that he was a true master of the guitar.

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Video: Sensitive Souls performing “Wildwood Flower”

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My dad loved playing his guitar and singing, and I have many wonderful memories of him performing for an audience of one.

Although he mostly played classic country and gospel, he could play just about anything he heard on the radio.

One of his absolute favorites was “Wildwood Flower” by the Carter Family.

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Video: ‘Mr. Spaceman’ by Marty Stuart & The Fabulous Superlatives

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Back in September 1966 a whimsical tune from The Byrds hit the airwaves. It was titled “Mr. Spaceman” and it was quite different from most of the popular songs of the day.

In a nutshell, Mr. Spaceman is the tale of extra-terrestrial visitors paying nightly visits to the singer’s local neighborhood.

But instead of the fellow being terrified of the aliens, he asks for a ride in their spaceship. Sadly, that request isn’t granted but the song is up-beat and leaves you feeling better none-the-less.  [Read more…]

Video: Travis Tritt performs a fantastic acoustic rendition of “Where Corn Don’t Grow”

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If you enjoy listening to music, you probably like a variety of different songs, for a variety of reasons.

Some songs are inspirational and uplifting.

Others tell a story that reaches through the speakers and touches you in some way.

And of course, some are just plain fun to listen to.

The Travis Tritt hit “Where Corn Don’t Grow” is one of those rare songs that connects on all three of those levels.  [Read more…]