Kenny Chesney was part of an all-star lineup on Thursday, April 11, honoring the music and legacy of Jimmy Buffett, who passed away in September. Chesney performed Buffett’s 1997 hit, “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes,” joining artists like Paul McCartney, Sheryl Crow, the Eagles, Eric Church, Jon Bon Jovi, Zac Brown and more in performing some of Buffett’s…
Jimmy Buffett has died. The “Margaritaville” singer was 76 years old when he passed away in his sleep. The news was announced on his social media pages. “Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of September 1st surrounded by his family, friends, music and dogs,” the statement reads. “He lived his life like a song till the very last breath…
Part of the appeal of country music is its celebration of hard work during the week, with hopefully a little fun on the weekend. In honor of Labor Day, we counted down ten of the best songs in country music that celebrate the work we all do to survive. 10. “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett…
It’s officially summer! Whether it’s about a cool drink or a hot night, country music is the best soundtrack to the long, lazy days. Scroll through our list to find ten of our favorite songs about summer. 10. “Redneck Yacht Club,” Craig Morgan “Redneck Yacht Club” is from Craig Morgan‘s third My Kind of Livin’ album, released on Broken…
When Jimmy Buffett was asked by the Eli Young Band to join them in the new “Fins Up” version of their song, “Saltwater Gospel,” he jumped at the chance. The 73-year-old spends a lot of time on the water, and felt a personal, and important, conviction in doing the song. ““We have all partied by the ocean. Let’s just…
After Jimmy Buffett announced he would not perform at the Grand Ole Opry, as originally planned, due to spikes in COVID-19 cases in Nashville, he will be replaced by blues artist Keb’ Mo’. Brad Paisley, who was scheduled to appear alongside Jimmy and Mac MacAnally, will still appear. Mac has also canceled his performance. Bobby Bones will once again…
Jimmy Buffett has canceled his upcoming Grand Ole Opry performance, scheduled for this Saturday, June 27, over COVID-19 concerns. The 73-year-old made the heartbreaking announcement on social media, sharing why he was postponing the show, which was to be his first performance on the Opry stage. Jimmy was planning on performing with Mac MacAnally and Brad Paisley. “To all…
We now know the true story behind Jimmy Buffett’s biggest hit, “Margaritaville!” Jimmy shared the story while chatting on the Bobby Bones Show. “It happened in Austin,” Jimmy recalled. “I was staying at a club at that time called the Castle Creek … I had done a show the night before, and I was a little bit hungover, so…
