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Rodney Atkins Engaged to Rose Falcon

Billy Dukes — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 18:37:16 +0000

Rodney Atkins has put a diamond on the left hand of fellow country singer Rose Falcon. The two are engaged, according to Falcon. The Show Dog-Universal artist revealed a picture of the ring when sharing the news on social media. “I forgot to tell ya,” she wrote. “We are engaged!!” Falcon’s Facebook post has since [...]

Rodney Atkins' 2013 Music City Gives Back Concert to Benefit Tornado Victims

Christina Vinson — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 11:07:40 +0000

Rodney Atkins is hosting his third annual Music City Gives Back concert for fans who 'just wanna rock n' roll' this week. The benefit, booked for Tuesday (June 4), will light up the outdoor stage in downtown Nashville to help benefit those put out by the recent deadly tornado in Oklahoma.

March 28th In Country Music History

Skeeter Nash — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:55:27 +0000

1975: Dolly Parton racked up her fifth number one hit with "The Bargain Store." The song's success was considered a surprise because some radio stations refused to play it. They felt the lyrics -- "the bargain store is open, come inside"—were a little too “suggestive!"

1980: Tom T. Hall rejoined the Grand Ole Opry.

1993: Willie Nelson performed a benefit concert in Hillsboro, Texas to raise money for the restoration of Hill County Courthouse, which had been destroyed by fire.

Country Stars Mourn the Death of Cancer-Stricken Teen Lane Goodwin

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 18:00:00 +0000

Country music stars and fans are mourning the death of 13-year-old Lane Goodwin, whose battle with cancer gained national attention when a Facebook campaign to show support for him went viral. Artists like Jake Owen, Chris Young, Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood, Josh Turner, Lee Brice, Brantley Gilbert and many others posted photos of themselves giving [...]

Rodney Atkins Shows Off the Road Life in 'Just Wanna Rock 'N' Roll' Video

Alanna Conaway — Sun, 02 Sep 2012 22:00:46 +0000

If Rodney Atkins‘ ‘Just Wanna Rock ‘N’ Roll’ video, doesn’t put a smile on your face and lift the pressure of the world off your shoulders for a few minutes, you might want to check your pulse. Atkins filmed the clip in Mississippi, documenting his day before taking the stage at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds. [...]

Rodney Atkins, 'Just Wanna Rock N' Roll' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:30:39 +0000

Both the melody Rodney Atkins‘ ‘Just Wanna Rock N’ Roll’ lyrics will instantly put you in a carefree and happy frame of mind. Crafted by hit songwriters Rodney Clawson and Chris Tompkins, the song allows the listener to escape the crazy life they lead and forget all their troubles — even if it’s just for the duration of the song.

Rodney Atkins Cleared of Domestic Assault Charges

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:31 +0000

A Tennessee judge retired the charges against Rodney Atkins stemming from his Nov. 21 altercation with his wife Tammy. After completing court-ordered assessments for anger management, alcohol and drug use, the charges were cleared and expunged from his record. “I am so thankful for all those that chose to withhold judgment while keeping my family [...]

Jake Owen Gets Unexpected Phone Call

Joe Bob — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 23:09:28 +0000

Respect from your peers and validation are very important, even if you’re a successful country singer. I guarantee you, at least to some of these guys and gals, it’s more important than anything else. Jake Owen has worked and waited a long, long time for his moment in the sun. Jake Owen celebrated his first [...]

Rodney Atkins Announces Release Date and Track Listing for 'Take a Back Road'

Jeff Giles — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:15:11 +0000

Rodney Atkins is nothing if not deliberate — from the time he signed with Curb Records in 1997 to the release of his first album, ‘Honesty,’ in 2003, he spent six years making sure everything was just right with the music.

It’s an approach that’s paid off: his latest single, ‘Take a Back Road,’ is the fastest-rising of his career. And it’s also the title track of his next album, due October 4.