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After A 2-Year Battle With Cancer, Joey Feek Has Died

Posted on: March 4th, 2016 by brent

“My wife’s greatest dream came true today. She is in Heaven.” That’s the message from Rory Feek shared today in his blog, ‘This Life I Live‘ as his wife Joey passed away after a 2 year battle with cancer.

“The cancer is gone, the pain has ceased and all her tears are dry,” he writes. “Joey is in the arms of her beloved brother Justin and using her pretty voice to sing for her savior.”

Joey had been in what Rory had described as a deep sleep the last several days saying it was one they didn’t feel she would come out of. “At 2:30 this afternoon, as we were gathered around her, holding hands and praying.. my precious bride breathed her last. And a moment later took her first breath on the other side.”

As for his plans, he’s heading back to Tennessee with his kids saying it’s where Joey will be. “After four-and-a-half months in Indiana, we will soon be back home in Tennessee. Me, and our little one, with our older daughters. It’s hard for me to imagine being there without Joey, but at the same time…it is where she wants us to be. It’s where she will be.”

Rules – Pay For My Prom 2016

Posted on: March 3rd, 2016 by brent

February 29, 2016

See also General Rules Updated 9/24/14

‘CAT COUNTRY 98.7 PAY FOR MY PROM CONTEST’

CONTEST RULES AND REGULATIONS

The specific rules for this Contest written below are in addition to “Cat Country 98.7 General Contest Rules” dated September 24,2014.  If there is a conflict in language, these specific rules will govern.

Contest Name: Cat Country 98.7 PAY FOR MY PROM Contest (the “Contest”)

Station(s):  CAT COUNTRY 98.7 – WYCT (FM), PENSACOLA (the “Stations(s)”)

Station Business Address:  7251 Plantation Road, Pensacola, Florida 32504

Station Business Telephone:  850-262-6000

1. Description of Contest/Promotion.

A.  DATES OF CONTEST:  The Contest will begin on or about  March 1, 2016 and end on or about March 18, 2016.  The Contest dates may be extended at the sole discretion of Station management.

B. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.  PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE ODDS OF WINNING.  Void where prohibited.  Odds of winning depend upon the number of participants.

C.  HOW TO ENTER

Register to win on line at www.catcountry987.com, or on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter by submitting a 15 sec video of you and your Prom Date, your school and why you want “Cat Country 98.7 to Pay for my Prom” or with the hashtag #promCC2016.  One video from each High School in Escambia and Santa Rosa County that submits a video will be randomly picked and advance to the finals March 14 – March 18 at 8:30am.  The winner with the most votes will be announced on the air on 3/18 after an audit of voting by station judges.

D. HOW TO PLAY

All videos must be submitted by 6am Monday March 14th.  Please include your name and your school.  One  video (subject to submissions) representing each school that submitted a video will advance to the finals for voting on March 14 – March 18th.   Voting is restricted to Facebook users in the United State only.  The approved video with the most votes will win. The grand prize winner will be announced on the air on 3/18. In the event of a technological failure, one of the videos will be randomly selected by the Cat Country 98.7 panel of judges. If winner cannot be contacted within three (3) business days an alternate name will be chosen until winner is identified.

Votes submitted from outside the United States are not eligible.  Use of Voting Services is not permitted and any votes identified as such will be disqualified.  Votes will be reviewed prior to the prize being awarded.

E.  ELIGIBILITY

This is a local contest sponsored by Cat Country 98.7, and it has no connection to any other organization.  The Contest is open to all Cat Country 98.7 listeners at least 16 years old.  Winners can win prize no more than one (1) time each thirty (30) days. Participants and winner(s) must be U.S. residents and at least 16 years old as determined by the Company and winners must reside in the Escambia, FL or Santa Rosa, Fl.  Only one (1) entry per person. Only one (1) prize allowed per household for each Contest in every thirty (30) days. Employees of the Company, the Contest’s participating sponsors and their advertising agencies, employees of other radio or television stations, and members of the immediate family of any such persons are not eligible to participate or win. The term “immediate family” includes spouses, siblings, parents, children, grandparents, and grandchildren, whether as in-laws, or by current or past marriages, re-marriage(s), adoption, co-habitation or other family extension, and any other persons residing at the same household whether or not related. Any prizes not awarded due to ineligibility of contestant are returned to the Station for reuse.

F. PRIZES

The Prize(s) that may be awarded to eligible winner(s) include: a dress from Renee’s Bridal and a Tux from Randal’s Formal Wear, The Boutonniere and Corsage from Fiore of Pensacola, dinner at Nick’s Boat House  ($100 Gift Card), Professional Pre prom pictures from Bub Lavoy Photography.  Also ladies your hair will be styled and Make up done at VIBE, and Still Waters Day and Medical spa is going to hook you up with a Mani/Pedi.

All prizes must be accepted as awarded and are non-transferable.  To claim a prize, winner must come to the Station’s business office 7251 Plantation Road, Pensacola, Florida during the hours of 8:15 am to 5:45 pm Monday through Friday, within 30 days after winning, and provide government-issued photo ID that Station will copy.  Winner must complete the eligibility forms, Station waiver and release forms, and IRS W-9 form.

See “Cat Country 98.7 General Contest Rules” dated September 24,2014 for important additional eligibility information.

Blake Buys Gwen A Horse

Posted on: March 2nd, 2016 by brent

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton actually do have a lot in common including a love of horses.

Gwen gushed in January about her new horse, Halo, which she called her “best present ever,” and Blake confirmed it yesterday (March 1). “I got her a horse and I got myself a horse at the same time,” he told Entertainment Tonight‘s Nancy O’Dell.

Look at my fancy fringe!! #cantbelivemylife Gx #Halo

A photo posted by Gwen Stefani (@gwenstefani) on

“Gwen, she loves riding and she loves horses. It’s actually so funny that people are so shocked by that, but if you can name me one girl on the planet that doesn’t love horses or just think that they are beautiful…”

The two will get to spend more time together on the new season of ‘The Voice.’ Gwen isn’t a coach this season but will be a mentor for Team Blake in a few weeks.

The Band Perry Leave Longtime Record Label

Posted on: March 1st, 2016 by brent

The Band Perry have split from their longtime record label, Republic Nashville and the Big Machine Label Group. They announced the separation on Facebook:

We and Big Machine Label Group have made a mutual decision to bring our working relationship to a close. We are grateful…

Posted by The Band Perry on Tuesday, March 1, 2016

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The separation comes in advance of what was expected to be their third album, although it’s not known who will release the album. It has been rumored the band may be considering a crossover to pop music. The band released the title track from their album ‘Live Forever’, and it was a Top 30 hit, but fell short of expectations and the pop-leaning sound is one reason why it didn’t become the hit envisioned.

Source: Taste Of Country

Joey Feek Has Stopped Fighting, In Deep Sleep

Posted on: February 29th, 2016 by brent

Joey + Rory’s Joey Feek said she was ready to stop fighting, and she has. She has gone into a deep sleep that her family doesn’t expect her to come out of.

Rory writes in his This Life I Live blog that she’s been sleeping for days, but she drifted off on her own will.

“One of the last things Joey said before she drifted into the deep sleep she’s been in for a few days now is, ‘I have no regrets…I can honestly say, that I have done everything I wanted to do and lived the life I always wanted to live,'” he wrote.

It happened a few days after daughter Indiana’s second birthday on February 17. Rory says she gathered her family together and said goodbye to each of them.

And then she asked me to bring our baby in. And so… I set our little Indy on Joey’s lap and we all cried with my wife as she told her how much her mama loved her and, “…you be a big girl for your papa… and that mama will be watching over you”. And then she pulled Indiana up and she kissed her.
One last kiss.

For his part, Rory seems to be at peace after Joey’s 2 year battle with cancer. “God only gives each of us a certain amount of time to be on this earth and every day when we wake up, we get to decide how we are going to spend those precious minutes and hours. There are no do-overs, no second-chances, no next-time-around’s to get it right. Joey knew this and she has made each and every day count.”

Source: Taste Of Country

Chris Stapleton Takes On Suicide Prevention In “Fire Away” Video

Posted on: February 29th, 2016 by brent

Chris Stapleton makes a powerful statement with the video to his song, “Fire Away.” Released today (February 29), the clip embodies a poignant message about suicide prevention.

The concept was that of Chris and director by Tim Mattia. It stars Ben Foster and Margarita Levieva as a young married couple going through exciting life moments like buying a home and decorating it together. The happy memories soon fade, though, as it is evident that the woman is suffering from mental illness and tries multiple times to commit suicide.

The video aims to bring attention to mental health awareness through the Campaign to Change Direction, which he was made aware of through Ben. The video brings attention to what the site calls the ‘Five Signs’ of suffering emotionally which includes change in personality, agitation, withdrawal, decline in personal care and hopelessness.

“Fire Away” is ton Chris’ Grammy and CMA Awards-winning album, ‘Traveller.’

Source: Taste Of Country

Jake Owen Hits The Road On The ‘Love Bus’

Posted on: February 29th, 2016 by brent

Jake Owen is planning a road trip, and you can join him along the way. He announced the big news on today (February 29) in a video he posted on Facebook.

Bringin' you some awesome news#americancountrylovesong

Posted by Jake Owen on Monday, February 29, 2016

“I have a new album coming out, a new single coming out called ‘American Country Love Song,’” he explains. “I had this exciting idea to spread love as much as I can, spread positivity. All of y’all out there know over the years that I love to spontaneously interact with my fans and friends out there on the road. I’ve always been obsessed with Volkswagen busses. I love the freedom of them, I love the idea. I wish I could transport back to the ’60s and ’70s and take a cross-country road trip.”

You may remember, Jake recently bought a 1966 Volkswagen bus that he has named the ‘Love Bus’. He’ll be making his way to Key West and plans to meet fans along the way. You can follow his journey and stops through the bus’ Twitter and Instagram.

HERE WE GO…. #jakeslovebus #americancountrylovesong

A photo posted by Jake's Love Bus (@jakeslovebus) on

“We hope to see you guys along the way. We’re going to keep in touch with you,” he adds. “We’re going to post to Twitter and Instagram, keep you updated to where we’re going, what we’re gonna do, how we can interact with you. Let’s spread some positivity and love.”

Source: Taste Of Country

Old Dominion Release “Snapback” Video

Posted on: February 29th, 2016 by brent

Old Dominion hit the skate park for their new video…

The guys are are currently on their ‘Meat And Candy’ Tour before heading overseas for the C2C festival in the UK.

Source: Taste Of Country

Carrie Underwood’s ‘Little Fish’ Has A Big Day

Posted on: February 29th, 2016 by brent

As moms and dads know, a baby’s first year goes by fast and now, Carrie Underwood knows how time flies. Her son, Isaiah, turned one Saturday (February 27), and the family celebrated little “Fish” with fish-themed party.

Thanks so much @iveychilders and @iveycakestore for this amazing smash cake you created for Isaiah's first birthday! You guys are so talented!!! #Thebest #birthday #fish

A photo posted by Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) on

The “Little Fish” nickname isn’t new. Back on Halloween, Carrie and husband Mike Fisher even planned to dress Isaiah as a little fish with them dressed as fishermen.

Carrie shared plans for Isaiah’s party with ET a few weeks ago at the Grammys, admitting she wasn’t even sure what she wanted to buy him for a gift.

“[We are throwing] a little party, just family and friends, people that are staples in his life. It won’t be anything fancy,” she said. “I’m like, ‘What do you get a 1-year-old for a present?’ I have no idea so I’ve been on Amazon trying to find presents for him.”

Carrie is currently out on her ‘Storyteller’ Tour.

And here's the deliciousness that the rest of us got to enjoy!!! Soooo goooood!!!!! @iveychilders @iveycakestore

A photo posted by Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) on

Source: Taste Of Country

Keith Urban Talks About His Emotional Reaction On Idol

Posted on: February 27th, 2016 by brent

Keith Urban got emotional when Kelly Clarkson returned to the American Idol stage this week, and in a new interview, he explains his reaction.

Kelly shot to fame after winning the first season of Idol, and returned in its final season to say farewell and give powerful performance of “Piece by Piece,”, and could barely get through it in some spots, she was so emotional. That emotion translated to the fans and even the judges.

“This song is insane,” Keith told Entertainment Tonight. “I mean, I figure you’re either crying at this performance or you need to check your pulse. It’s an amazing song.”

Kelly is pregnant with her second child, and tried to blame her emotions on hormones. Keith joked that his reaction might have been caused by the same thing. “I was wondering if I was, too! Tears were just falling out. But it was such a…I mean, separate to her incredible gift as a singer, and the song and the performance, the humanity in that moment was just…you never see that, let alone on television. I was so grateful to be there to witness it.”

Keith will release his new album ‘Ripcord’ this year and he’ll bring his ‘Ripcord Tour’ to The Wharf with Brett Eldredge and Maren Morris on June 16.

Source: taste Of Country