I've known Jane Prince Jones since 1979 when I arrived in Lubbock from Ohio. We both worked at the old KSEL when she was working mornings and I was on in the afternoon.
Charlie Rich was known as the "Silver Fox". He won several awards in the early 70's and his songs consistently topped both the country and pop charts. In 1973, he had the number one song in the land. Keep reading and find out more.
At the ACM awards last Sunday night Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles performed with Rihanna "California King Bed" and Nettles' hair was noticeably longer. Click to find out how she did it.
Sunday night Colt Ford is up for an ACM award for Vocal Event of the Year category for "Cold Beer" with his pal Jamey Johnson. And Colt says if he wins, he'll thank his wife first. Click to find out why.
You could be the lucky one representing the West Texas Region at the Academy of Country Music Awards to be held in Las Vegas on April 3rd, courtesy of Dr. Pepper and 99.5 The BEAR. Drop by Lubbock United Supermarket locations and look for the Dr. Pepper display. Drop an entry in the box and you're set to go. More after the Jump.
He's named after his favorite pistol and pick-up truck all in one word. His name is Colt Ford and he is literally one of the BIGGEST acts to rise from the South since Big & Rich. Nowhere near the GRAMMY'S last night though. Enjoy the video.
99.5 The Bear is proud to announce we will be giving away an all expense paid trip for two to see the Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas. The ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, April 23rd and will be hosted by Reba McEntire and Blake Shelton. More after the jump.