Made In America

A couple weeks ago, when I heard that Toby Keith was going to release another "USA" song, I just rolled my eyes and sighed.  But, after listening to the song, I changed my mind and took a closer look at Toby's America-themed singles.  The reason I was skeptical is because Toby has already released three USA-themed songs in less than 10 years, and each of them has peaked at #1 on the country charts.  So I thought, "OK, he has released five songs since 'American Ride' in 2009 and none have even gone top 10, so it's time to break out another 'America' song".  To me, that's what it looks like from a distance.  I was worried that Toby was "type-casting" himself.  Upon further review, I changed my mind.  If he is putting himself in a corner as an artist, I honestly think that he just doesn't care.  I believe Toby is extremely patriotic and can't resist writing about what he (and the rest of us) love, and that's the good 'ol USA.  Also, if you look at his collection of USA-themed songs, they are all very different and unique songs, so it's not like he's recycling the same idea over & over.  Sorry I doubted you Toby.  I'll try not to be so quick judge from now on!!  By the way, Made In America is the first single from Toby's upcoming CD called "Clancy's Tavern" which is due out October 25th.  Check out the Made In America video here:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaAF_3WMJGM&ob=av2n

Trace Adkins has a new CD out tomorrow (August 2nd) called "Proud To Be Here". Trace will be making the rounds on TV to promote his new project including appearances the Late Show with David Letterman, Fox & Friends, Piers Morgan Tonight and Chelsea Lately.  Also, just saw Trace in the movie "The Lincoln Lawyer" today, and I really enjoyed the movie.  Trace has a small role (three scenes) as a motorcycle gang member, and he does a great job with his role.  Lincoln Lawyer is out on DVD now if you want to check it out.

Taylor Swift will have to clear some room in her trophy case for another big award.  The Teen Choice Awards announced that Taylor is the winner of this year's "Ultimate Choice" award, which is the shows top honor.  She is being recognized for her extraordinary contributions to the entertainment industry on the show which will air this Sunday, August 7th on Fox.

Be sure to listen to Marty White this Friday at 6am to find out who his new partner is!  Thanks to all who took time to submit a video entry in the Hometown Team Tryouts, and thanks to each of the contestants who came in to audition with Marty over the last couple weeks.  Marty will also have a chance to win FREE tickets to see Dolly Parton all week on WXBM.  Dolly will be performing at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on October 10th.  Tickets will be on sale this Friday morning, but you can win 'em before you can buy 'em all week on your Hometown Morning Show with Marty White on Your Country 102.7 WXBM! 

Upcoming CD's

August 2nd

Trace Adkins - "Proud To Be Here"

August 9th

Luke Bryan - "Tailgates & Tanlines"

August 16th

Eli Young Band - "Life At Best"

August 30th

Jake Owen - "Barefoot Bluejean Night"

September 6th

George Strait - "Here For A Good Time"

September 13th

Lady Antebellum - "Own The Night"

Terri Clark - "Roots & Wings"

October 18th

Martina McBride - "Teenage Daughters"

October 25th

Toby Keith - "Clancy's Tavern"

November 1st

Miranda Lambert - "Four The Record"

Artists with release dates TBA 

Dierks Bentley

Alan Jackson

Toby Keith

Upcoming Concerts

August 6th

Ronnie Dunn - Wind Creek Atmore

August 12th

Big & Rich and Gretchen Wilson - IP Biloxi

September 2nd

Clint Black - IP Biloxi

September 5th

Kid Rock - Wharf in Orange Beach

September 9th

Tracy Lawrence - Hard Rock Biloxi

September 23rd

Gary Allan - IP Biloxi

December

Josh Turner - Bonfire Jam