Gene Watson News Archive: Nov 2009

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November 2009

Wednesday 25
The 10th Official Gene Watson Newsletter is now available (as of Tuesday 24 November 2009).

The Official Gene Watson Newsletter, which is issued quarterly, keeps fans posted on Gene Watson's concert dates, radio & television appearances and when Gene has new merchandise available.

The newsletter also keeps fans informed of all the latest news about Gene Watson & the Farewell Party band.

Gene Watson fans can sign-up for the Gene Watson Newsletter by checking out the Official Gene Watson Site.

Thanks to Sarah Brosmer at Lytle Management in Nashville, the newsletter is available on the Gene Watson Fan Site here. In order to view the newsletter, you would need Adobe Reader installed on your computer - you can download Adobe Reader here.

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network; you can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here.

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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The Gene Watson Fan Site is proud to announce that Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records (released on Tuesday 25 August 2009) is now available on CMT, GAC & YouTube.

Please also check out Whitney Self's CMT Blog here.

On Thursday 29 October 2009 that the following piece was published by Robert K. Oermann in Music Row:

'Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent: 'Staying Together'
Writer: Jerry Salley Junior & Monty Holmes
Producer: Dirk Johnson
Publisher: EMI/Country Gentleman, ASCAP/SESAC
Shanachie (track)
Gene Watson's Official Site

'It’s a weeper about a couple who stay together although the spark is long gone. Gene & Rhonda harmonise sublimely. The mournful, moaning steel & honky-tonk piano underline every heartache.

The track is drawn from 'A Taste of the Truth', which stars one of our greatest country vocalists alongside stellar guests such as Alison Krauss, Trace Adkins, Aubrey Haynie, Sonny Garrish & John Wesley Ryles, as well as Rhonda.

The set’s superb songs come from the likes of Hank Cochran, Shawn Camp, Jim Rushing, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Tim Mensey, Keith Stegall, Harley Allen & Curly Putman.

If you love real country music, buy this record'.
Robert K. Oermann (Music Row)

On Thursday 22 October 2009, it was announced that the 'Alan Jackson Collection', a 40-plus piece assortment of lifestyle items created in conjunction with Alan, would be available only at Cracker Barrel (beginning Monday 2 November 2009).

The collection will feature men's wear & women's wear, food items, collectibles, an Alan Jackson Signature Rocker & other exclusive items including a CD.

Alan Jackson: 'Songs of Love & Heartache' (Cracker Barrel, 2009)

Alan Jackson: 'Songs of Love & Heartache' (Cracker Barrel, 2009)

Alan Jackson: 'What I Do' (Arista Records, 2004)

Gene Watson: 'Should I Come Home' (Capitol Records, 1979)

Alan Jackson's 'Songs of Love & Heartache' will include two previously unreleased songs, 'That's what I'd be like without you' had originally been intended to be included on 'What I Do' (Arista Nashville Records, 2004), while 'Nothing sure looked good on you' had originally been intended to be included on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999).

This is not the first time that Alan Jackson has recorded a song previously included on a Gene Watson album. Alan recorded 'Farewell party' & included the track on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999); the original version of 'Farewell party' can be found on Gene Watson's 'Reflections' (Capitol Records, 1978).

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville
Country Music People, UK
Real Country Network
CMT (Country Music Television)
GAC (Great American Country)
Shanachie Records

Gene Watson Fan Site

November 2009

Monday 23
And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network; you can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here.

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Sunday 22
And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Saturday 21
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Friday 20
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Thursday 19
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Thursday 19 November 2009 at 5.30pm & 11.30pm
Friday 20 November 2009: 5.30am & 11.30am
Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Wednesday 18
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Thursday 19 November 2009 at 5.30pm & 11.30pm
Friday 20 November 2009: 5.30am & 11.30am
Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Tuesday 17
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Wednesday 18 November 2009: 4.00am & 10.00am
Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Thursday 19 November 2009 at 5.30pm & 11.30pm
Friday 20 November 2009: 5.30am & 11.30am
Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Monday 16
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Tuesday 17 November 2009: 4.00pm & 10.00pm
Wednesday 18 November 2009: 4.00am & 10.00am
Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Thursday 19 November 2009 at 5.30pm & 11.30pm
Friday 20 November 2009: 5.30am & 11.30am
Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Sunday 15
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on the following dates:

Tuesday 17 November 2009: 4.00pm & 10.00pm
Wednesday 18 November 2009: 4.00am & 10.00am
Saturday 21 November 2009: 8.00pm
Monday 23 November 2009: 2.00am

'Pop Goes The Country' was produced in Nashville & was aired on American television between 1974 & 1982; Ralph Emery acted as the host of the series for the first six years (1974-1980) & was followed by Tom T. Hall for the remaining episodes.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279 & Freesat Channel 203) in Ireland & the UK can now see a vintage episode of this special show, featuring Gene Watson & Johnny Rodriquez, on the following dates:

Thursday 19 November 2009 at 5.30pm & 11.30pm
Friday 20 November 2009: 5.30am & 11.30am
Sunday 22 November 2009: 9.30am

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Saturday 14
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on Tuesday 17 November 2009 at 4.00pm & 10.00pm.

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Friday 13
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on Tuesday 17 November 2009 at 4.00pm & 10.00pm.

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Thursday 12
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on Tuesday 17 November 2009 at 4.00pm & 10.00pm.

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Wednesday 11
On Wednesday 22 July 2009, Gene Watson participated in the taping (in Nashville) of an edition of 'Larry's Country Diner' with host Larry Black; the show was aired (in the United States) on RFD-TV on Thursday 15 October (at 6.00pm EST) with a re-airing on Saturday 17 October 2009 (at 11.00pm EST).

RFD-TV

Gene Watson sang acoustically, with Jimmy Capps on guitar, & performed 'Take me as I am (or let me go)', 'Fourteen carat mind', 'Rambling Rose' & part of 'Farewell party'.

'Sheriff' Jimmy Capps played guitar on many of Gene's albums & is now a guitar player for the Opry band as well as working on the 'Larry's Country Diner' show.

You can view a selection of photos taken during the taping of 'Larry's Country Diner' in Nashville on Wednesday 22 July 2009 here.

Viewers to Rural TV (on Sky Channel 279) in Ireland & the UK can now see this special show on Tuesday 17 November 2009 at 4.00pm & 10.00pm.

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Tuesday 10
And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

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November 2009

Monday 09
And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Sunday 08
And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Saturday 07
Today, Gene Watson will participate is an interview at 6.00pm CST on 97.3 The Dawg, a radio station based in Scott, LA.

This interview is taking place to promote Gene Watson's show on Saturday 14 November 2009 at Cowboy's Nightclub in Scott, LA.

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

November 2009

Friday 06
Gene Watson will participate is an interview on Saturday 7 November 2009 at 6.00pm CST on 97.3 The Dawg, a radio station based in Scott, LA.

This interview is taking place to promote Gene Watson's show on Saturday 14 November 2009 at Cowboy's Nightclub in Scott, LA.

On Thursday 5 November 2009, Lytle Management in Nashville issued the following statement from Gene Watson:

'Hi Friends, I really need your help voting on my new video (with Rhonda Vincent). Please vote for 'Staying Together' as often as you can. Click on the link below to take you to the CMT site.

I appreciate your support over the years & always enjoy when I get to see you at one of the concerts. I've heard from many of you that you like the new album & you appreciate that it's real country. Honestly, that's all I know to do. I love real country just as much as you.

Management is working on a newsletter to come out later this month & if you happen to be in Nashville this weekend, I'll be on the Grand Ole Opry both Friday & Saturday nights. I'll also be at the Opry Originals store in downtown Nashville at 9PM CST, so hope you can come see me.

Here's the link to vote!

Take care',

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Friday 6 November 2009, Citadel Media issued an official 'Listeners Choice Awards' statement & you can view it here (you will need Adobe Reader).

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 5 November 2009, Gene Watson participated in a 'live' interview with Bill Cody on (the Nashville Legend) WSM 650AM; the interview took place at 8.00am CST / 2.00pm UK/Ireland.

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

The Gene Watson Fan Site is proud to announce that Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records (released on Tuesday 25 August 2009) is now available on CMT, GAC & YouTube.

Please vote for Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying Together' here.

Please also check out Whitney Self's CMT Blog here.

On Thursday 29 October 2009 that the following piece was published by Robert K. Oermann in Music Row:

'Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent: 'Staying Together'
Writer: Jerry Salley Junior & Monty Holmes
Producer: Dirk Johnson
Publisher: EMI/Country Gentleman, ASCAP/SESAC
Shanachie (track)
Gene Watson's Official Site

November 2009

Thursday 05
Today, Lytle Management in Nashville issued the following statement from Gene Watson:

'Hi Friends, I really need your help voting on my new video (with Rhonda Vincent). Please vote for 'Staying Together' as often as you can. Click on the link below to take you to the CMT site.

I appreciate your support over the years & always enjoy when I get to see you at one of the concerts. I've heard from many of you that you like the new album & you appreciate that it's real country. Honestly, that's all I know to do. I love real country just as much as you.

Management is working on a newsletter to come out later this month & if you happen to be in Nashville this weekend, I'll be on the Grand Ole Opry both Friday & Saturday nights. I'll also be at the Opry Originals store in downtown Nashville at 9PM CST, so hope you can come see me.

Here's the link to vote!

Take care',

And the winner is!
On Wednesday 4 November 2009, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 5 November 2009, Gene Watson participated in a 'live' interview with Bill Cody on (the Nashville Legend) WSM 650AM; the interview took place at 8.00am CST / 2.00pm UK/Ireland.

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

The Gene Watson Fan Site is proud to announce that Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records (released on Tuesday 25 August 2009) is now available on CMT, GAC & YouTube.

Please vote for Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying Together' here.

Please also check out Whitney Self's CMT Blog here.

On Thursday 29 October 2009 that the following piece was published by Robert K. Oermann in Music Row:

'Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent: 'Staying Together'
Writer: Jerry Salley Junior & Monty Holmes
Producer: Dirk Johnson
Publisher: EMI/Country Gentleman, ASCAP/SESAC
Shanachie (track)
Gene Watson's Official Site

November 2009

Wednesday 04
And the winner is!
Today, the 2009 Winners of the Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards' were announced - during the month of October, listeners voted for their favourite country music artists.

After all the votes were counted, the following were the favourite artists in the 2009 Real Country Network 'Listeners Choice Awards':

Legend of the Year - Gene Watson
Entertainer of the Year - George Strait
Male Vocalist of the Year - Alan Jackson
Female Vocalist of the Year - Reba McEntire
Group/Duo of the Year - Brooks & Dunn
Rising Star - Zac Brown Band
Song of the Year - 'People Are Crazy' from Billy Currington

The following statement was released (on Wednesday 4 November 2009) by Sarah Brosmer of Lytle Management in Nashville:

'Congratulations to Gene Watson for winning (Citadel Media's) Real Country Network 'Listener Choice Award' for 'Legend of the Year'. Gene beat out other nominees George Strait, Reba McEntire, Hank Williams Junior & Randy Travis.

Real Country Network listeners voted during the month of October 2009 as part of the network's celebration of 'Country Music Month'.

When told of the honour, the ever humble Watson stated, 'This made my day. It was a thrill just to be in the category with such great artists & to win is such a compliment from the fans. I am very honoured to accept this award'.

On Tuesday 27 October 2009, Gene Watson participated in a taped interview with host Kris Wilson at the Real Country Network.

You can listen to Gene's special interview with Kris Wilson at Real Country Network here (residents in the US also have an opportunity to win a copy of Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' between Monday 26 October 2009 & Friday 30 October 2009).

On Thursday 5 November 2009, Gene Watson will participate in a 'live' interview with Bill Cody on (the Nashville Legend) WSM 650AM.

The interview will take place at 8.00am CST / 2.00pm UK/Ireland; you can 'Listen Live' via the WSM 650AM website.

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

The Gene Watson Fan Site is proud to announce that Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records (released on Tuesday 25 August 2009) is now available on CMT, GAC & YouTube.

Please vote for Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying Together' here.

Please also check out Whitney Self's CMT Blog here.

On Thursday 29 October 2009 that the following piece was published by Robert K. Oermann in Music Row:

'Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent: 'Staying Together'
Writer: Jerry Salley Junior & Monty Holmes
Producer: Dirk Johnson
Publisher: EMI/Country Gentleman, ASCAP/SESAC
Shanachie (track)
Gene Watson's Official Site

November 2009

Tuesday 03
On Thursday 5 November 2009, Gene Watson will participate in a 'live' interview with Bill Cody on (the Nashville Legend) WSM 650AM.

The interview will take place at 8.00am CST / 2.00pm UK/Ireland; you can 'Listen Live' via the WSM 650AM website.

On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

The Gene Watson Fan Site is proud to announce that Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records (released on Tuesday 25 August 2009) is now available on CMT, GAC & YouTube.

Please vote for Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying Together' here.

Please also check out Whitney Self's CMT Blog here.

On Thursday 29 October 2009 that the following piece was published by Robert K. Oermann in Music Row:

'Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent: 'Staying Together'
Writer: Jerry Salley Junior & Monty Holmes
Producer: Dirk Johnson
Publisher: EMI/Country Gentleman, ASCAP/SESAC
Shanachie (track)
Gene Watson's Official Site

Alan Jackson's 'Songs of Love & Heartache' will include two previously unreleased songs, 'That's what I'd be like without you' had originally been intended to be included on 'What I Do' (Arista Nashville Records, 2004), while 'Nothing sure looked good on you' had originally been intended to be included on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999).

This is not the first time that Alan Jackson has recorded a song previously included on a Gene Watson album. Alan recorded 'Farewell party' & included the track on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999); the original version of 'Farewell party' can be found on Gene Watson's 'Reflections' (Capitol Records, 1978).

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville
Country Music People, UK
CMT (Country Music Television)
GAC (Great American Country)
Shanachie Records
Rhonda Vincent's Official Site

Gene Watson Fan Site

November 2009

Monday 02
On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

The Gene Watson Fan Site is proud to announce that Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records (released on Tuesday 25 August 2009) is now available on CMT, GAC & YouTube.

Please vote for Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent's video for 'Staying Together' here.

Please also check out Whitney Self's CMT Blog here.

On Thursday 29 October 2009 that the following piece was published by Robert K. Oermann in Music Row:

'Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent: 'Staying Together'
Writer: Jerry Salley Junior & Monty Holmes
Producer: Dirk Johnson
Publisher: EMI/Country Gentleman, ASCAP/SESAC
Shanachie (track)
Gene Watson's Official Site

On Thursday 22 October 2009, it was announced that the 'Alan Jackson Collection', a 40-plus piece assortment of lifestyle items created in conjunction with Alan, would be available only at Cracker Barrel beginning Monday 2 November 2009.

The collection will feature men's wear & women's wear, food items, collectibles, an Alan Jackson Signature Rocker & other exclusive items including a CD.

Alan Jackson: 'Songs of Love & Heartache' (Cracker Barrel, 2009)

Alan Jackson's 'Songs of Love & Heartache' will include two previously unreleased songs, 'That's what I'd be like without you' had originally been intended to be included on 'What I Do' (Arista Nashville Records, 2004), while 'Nothing sure looked good on you' had originally been intended to be included on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999).

This is not the first time that Alan Jackson has recorded a song previously included on a Gene Watson album. Alan recorded 'Farewell party' & included the track on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999); the original version of 'Farewell party' can be found on Gene Watson's 'Reflections' (Capitol Records, 1978).

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville
Country Music People, UK
CMT (Country Music Television)
GAC (Great American Country)
Shanachie Records
Rhonda Vincent's Official Site

Gene Watson Fan Site

November 2009

Sunday 01
On Thursday 10 September 2009, Gene Watson participated in an interview for the UK's highly influential & widely regarded CMP (Country Music People) magazine.

The interview was conducted by Walt Trott at the Nashville offices of John Lytle Management & has been published in the November 2009 issue of the magazine - you can read the feature here.

Speaking of CMP, Gene Watson's 'A Taste of the Truth' was awarded the accolade of 'CD of the Month' in the October 2009 issue of the magazine and, courtesy of the publishers, you can read the review here.

'A Taste of the Truth' on Shanachie Records is a significant Gene Watson release & you can order your copy here.

On Wednesday 9 September 2009, Gene Watson & Rhonda Vincent participated in the taping of a promotional video for 'Staying together', the premier single from 'A Taste of the Truth', Gene Watson's new album on Shanachie Records which was released on Tuesday 25 August 2009.

The promotional video was directed by Stephen Shepherd, a director who has also worked on videos for many well known artists including Gary Allan, Joe Nichols, Lee Ann Womack & Chris Young.

Gene Watson More CMT Music More CMT Music Videos

'It’s a weeper about a couple who stay together although the spark is long gone. Gene & Rhonda harmonise sublimely. The mournful, moaning steel & honky-tonk piano underline every heartache.

The track is drawn from 'A Taste of the Truth', which stars one of our greatest country vocalists alongside stellar guests such as Alison Krauss, Trace Adkins, Aubrey Haynie, Sonny Garrish & John Wesley Ryles, as well as Rhonda.

The set��s superb songs come from the likes of Hank Cochran, Shawn Camp, Jim Rushing, Rebecca Lynn Howard, Tim Mensey, Keith Stegall, Harley Allen & Curly Putman.

If you love real country music, buy this record'.
Robert K. Oermann (Music Row)

On Thursday 22 October 2009, it was announced that the 'Alan Jackson Collection', a 40-plus piece assortment of lifestyle items created in conjunction with Alan, would be available only at Cracker Barrel beginning Monday 2 November 2009.

The collection will feature men's wear & women's wear, food items, collectibles, an Alan Jackson Signature Rocker & other exclusive items including a CD.

Alan Jackson: 'Songs of Love & Heartache' (Cracker Barrel, 2009)

Alan Jackson: 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999)

Gene Watson: 'Reflections' (Capitol Records, 1978)

This is not the first time that Alan Jackson has recorded a song previously included on a Gene Watson album. Alan recorded 'Farewell party' & included the track on 'Under the Influence' (Arista Nashville Records, 1999); the original version of 'Farewell party' can be found on Gene Watson's 'Reflections' (Capitol Records, 1978).

Source
Sarah Brosmer, Lytle Management, Nashville
Country Music People, UK
CMT (Country Music Television)
GAC (Great American Country)
Shanachie Records
Rhonda Vincent's Official Site

Gene Watson Fan Site

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