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Randy Travis Debuts Moving George Jones Tribute 'Tonight I'm Playin' Possum'

Christina Vinson — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:30:22 +0000

Beloved country star George Jones will forever be remembered as Possum, thanks to Randy Travis, who debuted a deeply moving song in tribute to the iconic singer, appropriately titled ‘Tonight I’m Playin’ Possum.’ The song was publicly played for the the first time at the Remembering George Jones panel at the CMA Music Festival, and it was an [...]

Randy Travis Sues to Stop Release of Naked Arrest Video

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:00:55 +0000

Randy Travis was arrested last August for a DWI, obstruction and retaliation after crashing his Trans Am, then verbally threatening the police officers who responded to the scene. The singer was naked at the time of his arrest, and now he has filed suit against the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Office of the Attorney General to prevent the release of the arrest video.

George Jones Photo Album – Stars Share Their Favorite Pictures With the Possum

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:09:50 +0000

Meeting George Jones was a career highlight for almost every country singer. Even legends like Randy Travis and Reba McEntire treasure the photos they have with the singer. Today, stars have been sharing their favorite moments with Jones, who died at the age of 81 years old this morning.

Randy Travis Plays Sheriff in New TV Pilot With Billy Ray Cyrus

Megan Pacella — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:31:35 +0000

Last year Randy Travis was breaking the law, now he's making it. During a recent interview, Billy Ray Cyrus revealed that he and Travis are starring in a TV pilot that could get picked up soon. It's a return to television for Cyrus, who's starred on several shows since his career was jump-started in 1992.

Kris Kristofferson, Randy Travis + More Align for Jack Ingram and Friends Concert

Christina Vinson — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:00:37 +0000

The inaugural Mack, Jack & McConaughey event is just getting better and better. Not only does it combine a famous football coach, country musician and talented actor, but it also has a number of terrific performers slated to perform at the Jack Ingram & Friends Concert on April 12 in Austin, Texas.

Janelle Arthur Goes On to the Next Round Singing the Randy Travis Hit 'I Told You So' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 01:46:37 +0000

Country singer Janelle Arthur made it one step closer to her dream of music stardom on 'American Idol' on Thursday night (Feb. 14), progressing into the Top 40 contestants by singing the Randy Travis classic 'I Told You So.'

Micah Johnson Goes Home After Singing the Randy Travis Classic 'I Told You So' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 02:32:07 +0000

Aspiring country singer Micah Johnson was dealt a setback in his dreams of going pro on ‘American Idol‘ Thursday night (Feb. 7). The 24-year-old performer washed out of Hollywood Week after singing the Randy Travis classic ‘I Told You So.’ Johnson astonished the judges at his audition with a note-perfect rendition of Zac Brown Band‘s [...]

George Jones Enlists Randy Travis, Jamey Johnson and More for Final Farewell Concert

Cory Stromblad — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:37:14 +0000

George Jones will cap his 58-year career as one of country music's most revered artists with a final performance on Nov. 22 at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena. Randy Travis, Jamey Johnson, the Charlie Daniels Band and Lorrie Morgan will share the stage with living legend for what's sure to be a historic event.

Randy Travis Sentenced in DWI Case

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 15:59:24 +0000

Randy Travis has pleaded guilty to his misdemeanor DWI charge and will narrowly avoid jail time from his 2012 arrest, during which his blood alcohol content was recorded as nearly three times the legal limit.

Randy Travis to Plead Guilty in Drunk Driving Case

Billy Dukes — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 20:57:37 +0000

Randy Travis is expected to enter a guilty plea to a misdemeanor charge, which will allow the singer to avoid jail time after his drunk driving arrest last August. The Associated Press reports that Grayson County (Texas) District Attorney Joe Brown says the details will be released after Travis’s court appearance on Thursday (Jan. 31). [...]