September 2025

They call him the King of Country, yet George Strait himself seems most at home far from the bright lights of fame. The world celebrates his endless stream of classic hits, but his true peace lives on his South Texas ranch, where microphones give way to saddles and music stages to dusty arenas. There, team roping isn’t just a pastime—it’s a way of life, practiced with the same steady devotion he’s poured into music. Horses, cattle, and wide-open skies surround a man who thrives in simplicity. Listen to The Cowboy Rides Away and you’ll hear it all: the freedom of the range, the calm of distance, and the quiet grace of knowing when to step back—the man behind the legend.

Introduction: There are songs that entertain, and then there are songs that resonate deep within...

Some voices go beyond singing—they become part of our lives, like a warm presence that’s always been there. Willie Nelson is one of those rare artists. For decades, he’s given not just songs but pieces of his soul, making him a true national treasure. Recently, as waves of love and good wishes surround him, I’ve been drawn back to one of his most tender creations: “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground.” This song, with its gentle plea to protect a fragile spirit, captures the way so many of us feel about Willie himself—grateful, protective, and deeply moved by the joy and comfort he’s shared with the world.

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THE FINAL RESTING PLACE: Honoring Harold Reid’s Journey Home – Harold Reid, the legendary deep bass voice and cherished founding member of The Statler Brothers, passed away on April 24, 2020, at the age of 80 after a courageous fight with kidney failure. His final chapter closed peacefully in Staunton, Virginia — the very town where the Statlers’ extraordinary journey first took root. Today, his grave stands not only as a place of remembrance but as a symbol of his lasting voice and legacy in country music.

Introduction: For devoted fans of the Statler Brothers, the name Harold Reid evokes a flood...

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