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Country singer Mickey Gilley Passes Away at Age 86

Country singer Mickey Gilley Passes Away at Age 86

Country singer and actor Mickey Gilley, known for launching the Urban Cowboy movement in Country music and hit songs including “Stand By Me,” “Room Full of Roses” and “Lonely Nights,” died Saturday, May 7th, in Branson, Missouri at the age of 86. Gilley, a native of Natchez, Mississippi, influenced generations of country singers for decades…MORE

2021 Volunteer Jam Adds Country Music Icon Travis Tritt to All-Star Line-Up

2021 Volunteer Jam Adds Country Music Icon Travis Tritt to All-Star Line-Up

This year’s annual Volunteer Jam concert has become an all-star tribute to Charlie Daniels after his passing last year. Volunteer Jam – A Musical Salute to Charlie Daniels was scheduled to happen in Nashville earlier this year, but due to quarantine and COVID related situations it was moved to August 18th. That move has now…MORE

Mickey Gilley Fractures Ankle and Shoulder in Auto Accident

Mickey Gilley Fractures Ankle and Shoulder in Auto Accident

Mickey Gilley, 81, is recovering after fracturing his left ankle and right shoulder in an automobile accident on Jan. 3. Mickey and his son were on their way back to Branson, Mo., after an event in Texas when the accident occurred. Mickey’s son also sustained minor injuries and is on the mend. “I had an…MORE

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