Kenny Chesney joins Farm Aid line up
Monday, July 28, 2008 – Kenny Chesney joined the Farm Aid line-up for the 2008 concert being held in September in Massachusetts. The country superstar, who just played in the state Saturday, will share the stage with Farm Aid organizers Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young and Dave Matthews.
The outdoor event will be held at the Comcast Center in Mansfield, Mass. on Sept. 20. "American family farmers are what this country is built on ... and they have fed us and kept us strong and healthy for how many generations?" said Chesney. "Growing up in a small town outside Knoxville, it was a big part of who we were - and it's something we as a country shouldn't lose. If I can help be part of that - whether it's raising money, or awareness, or just letting those family farmers know someone knows and cares - well, that's why I'm coming to New England."
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Greatest Hits Two
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The songs cover both the sensitive, more introspective side of Chesney where he tends to »»» |
Lucky Old Sun
Kenny Chesney did not make a country disc here, but once you overlook that, the laid back seemingly good country superstar digs quite deep. Chesney says the 11 songs is "deeper than "Be As You Are," and he is correct. Considered the country version of Jimmy Buffett doesn't always hold water. Chesney gives the appearance of life being laid back while having some fun on a Carribean island, but such is not always the case apparently.
The vibe is acoustic-based most of the time, »»» |
Just Who I Am: Poets and Pirates
The hit machine continues for superstar Kenny Chesney. Prior to its release, Chesney already enjoy a big hit with the catchy lead off "Never Wanted Nothing More."
The most interesting track is the island-flavored "Shiftwork," a duet with George Strait by Troy Jones where they sing of punching the clock at work, waiting for time off.
The closing "Demons" hews closest to country on the set produced by Buddy Cannon and Chesney. Penned by Bill Anderson and Jon Randall, »»» |
Editorial: Walking the talk –
When names like Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, Waylon and the Hag are invoked, you're talking hard core country. These are the touchstones of country , the guys who made country music what it was and still is (or maybe can be). When these folks would sing about being down-and-out and the rough-and-tumble, they knew of what they were singing about. Fast forward a few years to the country singers of today. »»»
Concert Review: Cherryholmes comes together –
For a bluegrass band like Cherryholmes, the setting - the courtyard of one of the grandest museums in the entire U.S. was atypical. So without a "typical" audience there to lend support, one could argue that the sextet was up against it. No matter, though, because the family band showed why it is one of the best out there.... »»»
Concert Review: Ray LaMontagne demands attention –
Ray LaMontagne should have had a lot to celebrate, but you certainly could not tell from his demeanor on this tour with British singer David Gray.
Interestingly enough, the first of two shows before full houses also marked the same day that both artists released new discs. LaMontagne is going in a different direction with "God Willin' & The... »»»
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