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Sammy Kershaw's Tribute To George Jones – "The Route That I Took" [VIDEO]

Tad Pole — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:54:12 +0000

Sammy Kershaw takes you for a tour down memory lane in his latest video. The song is a tribute to George Jones titled, "The Route That I took." Click to check it out, Sammy syncs pictures and videos of himself and George through the years.

How George Jones Wanted to Be Remembered

Billy Dukes — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:55:25 +0000

George Jones was aware of his legacy at least as far back as 2005. That's when he conducted an interview with Taste of Country sister station WGNA in Albany, N.Y. and talked about how he'd like to be remembered. The Possum considered the good and bad of how he'd lived and summed it up for his audience.

Video Highlights of George Jones' ACM Awards and Appearances

Tad Pole — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:23:54 +0000

The Academy of Country Music has put together a video highlights package of George Jones' Awards and Appearances on their annual awards show. It features some classic moments including his double win in 1981, his duet with Ray Charles and a brief reunion with ex-wife Tammy Wynette. Click to watch some highlights of George being George.

George Jones' Final Concert Will Go On As A Final Tribute

Tad Pole — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:24:07 +0000

What was planned as George Jones' Final Concert in Nashville will now be a Final Tribute. Jones' widow, Nancy announced today that the show scheduled for the Bridgestone Arena November 22 will continue as planned minus George. Click for more details and the list of artists performing.

Brad Paisley Writes Personal Essay About Friendship With George Jones

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 04 May 2013 14:45:42 +0000

Brad Paisley tweeted a touching tribute to the late George Jones last week, immediately after The Possum's passing. Now, the singer has penned an essay, detailing both his appreciation for and his friendship with Jones, which was published by Billboard.

Vince Gill Breaks Down Singing 'Go Rest High on That Mountain' at George Jones Funeral [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:21:32 +0000

A who's who of not only country music, but the political arena was out to say goodbye to George Jones. Vince Gill and Patty Loveless gave the most emotional performance of 'Go Rest High on That Mountain' I have ever seen. You'll need a kleenex when you watch this. At points in the song, Vince is so overcome with emotion, Patty has to take over. Alan Jackson remembered his friend by 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.'

Westboro Baptist Church to Picket George Jones' Funeral

Christina Vinson — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:50:24 +0000

Westboro Baptist Church has announced that they will picket the funeral of country great George Jones, which is to be held Thursday (May 2) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. The organization — which many rightfully refer to as a hate group — calls Jones a “drunkard,” saying he “used his talent to [...]

George Jones' Widow Talks About His Final Days and Watch His Tribute Funeral Live

Tad Pole — Wed, 01 May 2013 19:39:42 +0000

In an interview with a Nashville TV station, George Jones' wife of 30 years, Nancy shares The Possums' final days. Obviously she knew George Jones the man as well as the country music legend. Nancy shares a side of George few knew. Click to watch the interview and get details on how to watch his tribute funeral live.

George Jones Tributes From Country Stars – [VIDEOS]

Polly Wogg — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:22:12 +0000

A number of country stars are remembering George Jones after he died last week. Keith Urban posted a touching tribute, Alan Jackson sang The Possum's iconic hit 'He Stopped Loving Her Today,' while Toby Keith sang two songs and Brad Paisley choked up on stage while singing a Jones medley. They were just the beginning. Check out more tributes.

Toby Keith and Brad Paisley Pay Tribute To George Jones

Tad Pole — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:00:00 +0000

As you would expect many country artists paid tribute to George Jones' passing this weekend. We shared Alan Jackson and Keith Urban's tributes. Click for more weekend tributes including Toby Keith and Brad Paisley.

George Jones' Cause of Death Revealed

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:00:21 +0000

The legendary George Jones passed away last Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, leaving behind a towering musical legacy of more than five decades. Now, the iconic entertainer’s cause of death has been revealed. Medical Daily reports that Jones died of hypoxic respiratory failure, a condition that occurs when there is too little [...]

Alan Jackson's Musical Tribute to George Jones [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:39:53 +0000

Everyone in the country music world is reacting to the death of George Jones. Some tweeted their thoughts, some posted pictures with The Possum, while others remembered Jones by singing his biggest hits in concert. Watch Alan Jackson sing 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' at his recent show.

George Jones' Funeral Service Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:32:36 +0000

The details for George Jones' funeral service have been announced. The iconic country singer will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 2 in Nashville. In an honor fit for such a legendary talent, Jones' funeral will take place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. To accommodate the enormous outpouring of fan support, the service will be open to the public.

Brad Paisley on George Jones: 'The Greatest Voice Country Music Will Ever Know'

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:26:36 +0000

Brad Paisley offered one of the most touching and heartfelt tributes to the late George Jones, who passed away on Friday, April 26 at the age of 81. Paisley issued his "in memoriam" style statement via Twitter, calling the singer "the greatest voice country music will ever know" and "one of the greatest friends you could ever have."

George Jones Lawn Mower Story [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 10:54:11 +0000

George Jones, who passed away Friday April 26th, will be remembered for his lengthy music career. But his colorful past won’t soon be forgotten either. In 1966 Jones, who had been drunk for several days, took a ride on a lawn mower. Why? Because his wife at the time, Shirley Ann Corley, took away all [...]

George Jones In Memoriam (1931-2013)

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:30:51 +0000

When country music legend George Jones passed away Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, he left behind a rich musical legacy that has rarely been equaled -- matched only by a life story filled with more triumph and heartbreak than the greatest country song ever written.

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.

Keith Urban's Musical Tribute to George Jones [VIDEO]

Polly Wogg — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:05:06 +0000

Keith Urban sang a tribute to the late George Jones who passed away this morning at the age of 81. He sat at the piano for a few lines of The Possum's iconic song 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.' When he finished he said 'Rest in Peace George. We love you.' Then he touched his heart. Which in turn touched mine.

George Jones Dead at 81: Country Stars React

Megan Pacella — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:44:43 +0000

Country music artists and fans are reeling from the news that George Jones, arguably one of the greatest country singers of all time, died on Friday April 26. Born September 12, 1931, Jones is considered one of the most important and influential singers in the history of American popular music, and Nashville's biggest stars are taking the news hard.

George Jones is Dead at 81

Polly Wogg — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:24:15 +0000

Country Music Hall of Famer and Grand Ole Opry membe George Glenn Jones is dead. He passed away this morning at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. He was hospitalized April 18 with fever and irregular blood pressure.