Gene Watson News Archive: April 2007

Read Archive News with regard to Gene Watson, his music & his career from April 2007...

Gene Watson Fan Site

April 2007

Tuesday 17

Today, it was announced that Gene Watson & his acclaimed Farewell Party Band would undertake a 13-date tour of Ireland (Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland) between Wednesday 3 October 2007 & Thursday 18 October 2007.

Third Coast Talent

The tour would include dates in Castlebar, Killarney, Limerick, Belfast, Cookstown, Enniskillen, Armagh, Omagh, Castleblayney, Letterkenny, Ballymena & Dublin.

Gene Watson is widely respected around the world for his traditional take on country music, no more so than in Ireland.

Source
Carrie Moore-Reed, Third Coast Talent, Nashville

Gene Watson Fan Site

April 2007

Tuesday 10

Today, Gene Watson signed a recording contract with Shanachie Records. The label, which was founded in 1975 by Richard Nevins & Dan Collins, is one of the largest independent record labels in the world.

Shanachie Records

Shanachie Records specialises in fiddle music, Latin American, African music, soul, ska, jazz, blues and, of course, country music and is named after the Irish word for 'story teller'.

Gene Watson's first album for Shanachie Records would include 11 tracks, 3 of which would be 'covers' & was expected to be released in the fall of 2007.  A title for the album had not been decided upon at this time.

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville

Gene Watson Fan Site

April 2007

Monday 09

Today, it was announced that Gene Watson had been selected as one of the subjects for inclusion within Marty Stuart's second book of photographs.

Marty Stuart, as well as being one of the most diverse talents in country music, is also known for his passion for photography. is a passion of his as well.  Marty Stuart had published his first book of photographs & essays, 'Pilgrims: Sinners, Saints & Prophets', in 1999.

'Country Music Masters' by Marty Stuart

Marty Stuart's second book of photographs, 'Country Music: The Masters', would include portraits of legendary country artists, along with photos of people, places & things associated with them.

Gene Watson & Marty Stuart | 'Country Music Masters' Photo Session at Nashville Palace | Friday 6 April 2007

Gene Watson's photo session with Marty Stuart took place on Friday 6 April 2007 at the newly renovated Nashville Palace & you can view some photos hereMarty Stuart's second book of photographs - 'Country Music: The Masters' was expected to go on sale on Wednesday 6 June 2007.

Source (news & photos)
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville
Marty Stuart, Official Marty Stuart Site

Gene Watson Fan Site

April 2007

Friday 06

Tonight, Gene Watson graced the hallowed stage of the Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman in Nashville; Gene was onstage in the segment between 9.30 & 10.00pm EDT.

Prior to his appearance on the Grand Ole Opry, Gene Watson was interviewed on WSM 650, 'Nashville's Country Legend'.

You can view photos of Gene Watson at WSM 650AM, Nashville & backstage at the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville on Friday 6 April 2007 here.

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville

Gene Watson Fan Site

April 2007

Tuesday 03

Today, it was announced that Gene Watson would grace the hallowed stage of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville on Friday 6 April 2007 & that Gene would be onstage in the segment between 9.30pm & 10.00pm EDT.

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville

Gene Watson Fan Site