Pam Tills Performs For Injured Veterans Nov 22, 2008
(November 21, 2008)Country singer Pam Tillis says performing for wounded veterans at Walter Reed Medical Center "wakes up a lot of compassion" in her. She said she met a wounded veteran's mother whose son missed the show because he just got out of surgery. (KWTX.com, TX)
Carl Jackson concert features new guest Oct 3, 2008
Since leaving the Campbell show, Jackson has had cuts by Garth Brooks, Pam Tillis, Rhonda Vincent, Patty Loveless, Diamond Rio, Emmylou Harris, Dwight Yoakam, Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Trisha Yearwood and many others ... Other artists who have recorded songs written by Jackson include Cordle, and Salley, including Garth Brooks, Ricky Skaggs, Patty Loveless, Alison Krauss, Diamond Rio, Gene Watson, Pam Tillis, The Osbourne Brothers, Johnny Paycheck, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Mel Tillis, George... (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)
Few tickets remain for Pam Tillis concert Aug 29, 2008
Few tickets remain for Pam Tillis concert ... A limited number of tickets remain for the Sept. 4 concert by country music star Pam Tillis in Ridgeland. (The Clarion-Ledger)
COLUMN: Big festival can bring thousands to small communities Aug 11, 2008
What would you think of bringing in performers like Jo Dee Messina, Trisha Yearwood, Randy Travis, Gretchen Wilson, Charley Pride, Carrie Underwood, Merle Haggard, SheDaisy, Sawyer Brown, Travis Tritt, Lonestar, Clint Black, Brad Paisley, Pam Tillis, Martina McBride, Sammy Kershaw, Sara Evans, Charlie Daniels, Kenny Chesney, Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, Bill Engvall, Tanya Tucker, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Louise Mandrell, Kentucky Headhunters, Marshall Tucker, Lee Greenwood, Diamond Rio, Nitty... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
All about the smiles Apr 16, 2008
Six years ago, the successful performer's life changed forever after he heard a shy, southern girl singing a karaoke version of Pam Tillis' "Shake the Sugar Tree" in a Monmouth pub.. Kids again. (Monmouth Daily Review Atlas, IL)
Line-up announced for Macon County Disaster Relief Concert Mar 26, 2008
More than thirty artists have committed to donate their time and talents to this worthwhile cause, including: Mila Mason, Becky Hobbs, Stu Phillips, Jeanne Pruett, Jesse McReynolds, Johnny Counterfit, Jimmy Fortune, Ernie Ashworth, Charlie Rich, Jr, Razzy Bailey, Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius, David Frizzell, John Conlee, Ferlin Husky, Leona Williams, Ron Williams, Freddy Weller, Dallas Frazier, Charlie McCoy, Steve Hall un Red, Pam Tillis, Aaron Tippin, Anastasia Brown, Bill Anderson, Jan... (Lafayette Macon County Times, TN)
Jett Williams Macon County Disaster Relief Benefit - Saturday, May 10, 2008 Feb 27, 2008
Major stars already in the lineup include Bill Anderson, Anastasia Brown and Pam Tillis. In Macon County alone, 300 homes were destroyed or declared structurally unsound as a result of the tornadoes that ripped through the county on Tuesday, Feb. 5. (Lafayette Macon County Times, TN)
Song written by Bronson native wins Grammy Feb 20, 2008
Also sharing the stage as a performer with the likes of Garth Brooks, Billy Dean, Carl Perkins, Brenda Lee, Lee Greenwood, Lynn Anderson, Pam Tillis, Roy Acuff and Minnie Pearl. For more of this story please. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Best of Country 2007 Jan 11, 2008
Pam Tillis Rhinestoned ... Band in the Window Pam Tillis. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Jim Brickman brings his mellow holiday show to PPAC Dec 21, 2007
As the voice of Lonestar, McDonald fronted such hits as "Amazed," "My Front Porch Looking In," and the song that s become a special favorite of the U.S. military, "I m Already There." With six gold and platinum selling albums to his credit, along with a dozen top 10 adult contemporary radio hits, Brickman s best-known compositions include the chart-toppers "Valentine," "The Gift," "Love of My Life" and "Peace." In November 2005, he held the top three spots on Billboard s New Age chart for his... (Westerly Sun, RI)
Our Country Albums of the Year Dec 20, 2007
Rhinestoned, Pam Tillis She has a country-tinged voice that keeps you hanging on to every word ... Rhinestoned, Pam Tillis Once you hear the enervating "Something Burning Out," the first song on this album, you know you're in for an emotional workout. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Trisha Yearwood Is No. 1 on My List Dec 14, 2007
Rhinestoned, Pam Tillis She has bounced all over the musical map in her storied career, from jazz to rock to folk to country, and now she pulls all that together for what I consider to be her most complete album ever. One of country's great voices settles down a little bit and sounds right at home. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
10 CDs for the holidays Dec 12, 2007
Just in Time for Christmas, Pam Tillis - One of country music's most pristine voices is wrapped around three new holiday songs as well as several traditional tunes. Tillis' treatments range from down-home twang to smoky torch tracks. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
It's a first Noel for these artists Dec 11, 2007
CDs mark a first Noel for these artists - USATODAY.com. Sign up to receive our free Books e-newsletter and get the top news of the day in your inbox. (USA Today)
Toby Keith, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood Offer New Holiday Music Dec 5, 2007
Pam Tillis, Just in Time for Christmas You don't have to see her Christmas show at Opryland Hotel to buy this lovely CD, but if you can somehow get to Nashville, an irresistibly warm and fuzzy feeling awaits you. Randy Travis, Songs of the Season He wraps his rich baritone around "O Holy Night," "Go Tell It on the Mountain" and "Joy to the World," along with a new song he wrote, "Our King.". (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Sound advice on holiday CDs Nov 23, 2007
Pam Tillis, "Just in Time for Christmas" Sweet, homespun versions of familiar tunes - including a medley with dad Mel - add to the three terrific originals that have a nice acoustic, back-porch feel. Victor Manuelle, "Una Navidad a Mi Estilo" Winter wonderland. (Boston Globe)
Grand Ole Opry celebrates 82 years Oct 13, 2007
which celebrates the 50th anniversary of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" in a fantasy land of massive ice sculptures; the Pam Tillis Christmas Dinner Party, a holiday dinner with the Grammy-winning country star and her band performing Christmas songs and her hits. Oct. 30-Feb. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Buck Owens' Legacy Continues at Crystal Palace Sep 15, 2007
Pam Tillis, the Dixie Chicks, Ray Price, Josh Turner, Clint Black, Ricky Van Shelton, John Anderson and the rock band Cake are on a long list of folks who have appeared there -- many of them at a time in their careers when it would have made more sense to visit a larger music hall in the area. "It's neat the people we've gotten here because it was Buck's place," says Jim Shaw, who served as Owens' right-hand man during his 37-year tenure with Owens' company and as a band member in the Buckaroos. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Patsy’ Closing Out Season Aug 23, 2007
Throughout their musical careers, they have shared the stage with country music artists like Willie Nelson, Robert Earl Keen, Johnny Bush, Charlie Pride, Janie Fricke, John Conlee, Bruce and Charlie Robison, Fiddlin Frenchie Burke, Gene Watson, Flaco Jiminez, Tracey Bird, Darryl Singletary, Pam Tillis, Asleep At The Wheel, Holly Dunn, Larry Gatlin and many others. On-line publication, Copyright. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
”Keep on the Sunny Side at the Mountain Playhouse Aug 21, 2007
When not performing musical theater, she is touring with her father, Mel Tillis, who will be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame this fall, and her sister, country music star Pam Tillis. Larry Tobias, who was a member of the moke on the Mountain cast and also part of this season's resident company at the Mountain Playhouse, will play A.P. Carter. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Test Your Country Knowledge Aug 17, 2007
a) Rosanne Cash b) Pam Tillis c) Lorrie Morgan d) Carlene Carter. 10. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Reba McEntire Expresses Herself in South Pacific Aug 8, 2007
Gary Morris appeared on Broadway in La Boheme during the 1980s, Pam Tillis had a three-week run in the cast of Smokey Joe's Cafe, Roger Miller won a Tony award for the music of Big River, and Dottie West once hit the road in a touring production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. The Broadway-Music Row connection has gone the other way, as well. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
CMA Announces Ralph Emery, Vince Gill and Mel Tillis as Newest Members of Country Music Hall of Fame Aug 8, 2007
In 2002, Tillis's daughter, Country Music artist Pam Tillis, released the album It's All Relative: Tillis Sings Tillis, a tribute album to her father. The project featured father and daughter performing together on the last track, "Come On and Sing." Fulfilling his long-time dream, Tillis joined the cast of the Grand Ole Opry in June. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Heard it in a song: Readers share favorite lyrics Jul 6, 2007
"You have to have lyrics in a language that people understand and speak," says lyricist Barry Alfonso, who wrote the words to "In Between Dances," a hit for country star Pam Tillis. Wonderful Tin Pan Alley standards such as "Stardust" weren't of much interest to rockers of the '60s and '70s, he says. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lisa's Walk The Talk Show Second Season Premiere,"Support Our Troops" Special Broadcast Featuring Country Legends Charlie Daniels and Ji Jul 5, 2007
Lisa's brings to VoiceAmerica listeners a wide array of artists, including Charlie Daniels, Pam Tillis, Sammy Kershaw, Rivers Rutherford, Brad Avery, Aaron Neville plus many more. You won't want to miss a single episode - tune in every Friday morning at 8 AM/Pacific, 11 AM/Eastern to Lisa's Walk The Talk Show, right here on the VoiceAmerica Channel. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Marty Stuart featured on Opry this weekend Jun 21, 2007
Joining him are special guests Jeff Bates, David Ball, Dusty Drake, Jim Lauderdale, Rissi Palmer making her Opry debut and Jimmy Wayne along with Opry favorites Bill Anderson, Little Jimmy Dickens, Pam Tillis and others. Ticket prices are 32. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
The Hula Monsters to kick off free summer concerts Jun 13, 2007
The extensive list of acts the members of the group have performed with and/or recorded with includes Bill Kirchen, Jerry Lee Lewis, Percy Sledge, Danny Gatton, Pam Tillis, The Grandsons, Marvin Hamlisch, Ruthie and The Wranglers, and The Texas Playboys. All of the members have worked as independent studio musicians and have played on many nationally broadcast radio and TV commercials and programs,and dozens of CDs and records. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
Singers/songwriters to raise Alzheimer's funds Jun 6, 2007
His songs have been recorded by artists Diamond Rio, Billy Dean, Pam Tillis, Michelle Wright, and Bryan White. Among other original numbers, he ll perform songs from his Shades of Blue #0148; CD.. (Calhoun Times, GA)
Marty Stuart Displays Sparkle & Twang Jun 5, 2007
Representing more than 50 years of musical history, the display ranges from custom-made suits worn by the likes of Johnny Cash and Elton John to Hank Williams' handwritten lyrics to "Your Cheatin' Heart and a Fender Jazzmaster guitar owned by the late Roebuck "Pops" Staples of the Staple Singers. The exhibit, which features rhinestone suits created by Nudie the Hollywood Tailor, will run through Nov. 11 before traveling to other museums throughout the U.S. With the CMA Music Festival bringing... (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Porter Wagoner shines on Jun 4, 2007
Pam Tillis considers him an influence on two generations of her family. She says when Wagoner put her father, Mel Tillis , on his TV show, it forever changed her family's life. (Boston Globe)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Musical Apocalypse? Jun 1, 2007
I hear it in new music from Blake Shelton, I hear it in Gretchen Wilson, in Miranda Lambert, in Dierks Bentley, in Pam Tillis, in Little Big Town, in Jason Aldean, in John Anderson, in many others. As young as Taylor Swift may be, her songwriting and her singing show that she totally gets it. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Whither Country Radio? May 25, 2007
Like new Pam Tillis and John Anderson and Gretchen Wilson and Miranda Lambert and the June Carter Cash Anchored in Love tribute. Or to point out the fact that fans are still flocking to see live country concerts. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Pam Tillis Debuts Rhinestoned May 24, 2007
"The whole album is a piece of work," says Pam Tillis of her puckishly titled Rhinestoned. "It's not a concept album, but the whole thing fits together -- the mood that I'm going for and the picture I'm trying to paint. It's the collective power of the songs.". (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Standing out May 19, 2007
According to Theatre Albany Artistic/Managing Director Mark Costello, Varnadoe was the ideal choice to bring the character to life, especially when it comes to singing tunes made popular by Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, Kitty Wells, Dolly Parton and Pam Tillis. She brings a love of the music she sings to the role, Costello said in a recent telephone interview. (Albany Herald)
Tillis finally joining Opry May 14, 2007
Tillis, who turned his stutter into his trademark, received a standing ovation as his daughter, fellow singer and Opry member Pam Tillis, and son Mel Jr. joined him on stage. His formal induction will be June 9. (The Palm Beach Post)
Terri Clark Kicks Off 2007 CMA Music Festival on the Greased Lightning Daytime Stages May 5, 2007
Deborah Allen, Lynn Anderson, John Berry, Lee Brice, Carter's Chord, Elizabeth Cook, John Conlee, Earl Thomas Conley, Amy Dalley, Janie Fricke, Todd Fristch, Billy Gilman, The Grascals, LoCash Cowboys, Charlie Louvin, Pirates of the Mississippi, Rio Grand, John Stone, Pam Tillis, Aaron Tippin, Jett Williams, and Trent Willmon. And bringing the excitement to the fans at home is Great American Country. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Brad Paisley Checks Chattanooga for "Ticks" on Tour Opener Apr 29, 2007
Kellie Pickler, who held the second spot, has the pleasantly twangy voice of Pam Tillis and -- it must be said -- the curves of Dolly Parton. Anybody would notice this, no matter where they were sitting. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Listen Up music reviews: Some 'Year' for Nine Inch Nails Apr 17, 2007
The Rhinestoned title suggests cheap flash, but Pam Tillis is all about the nuance, Mansfield says ... Pam Tillis, Rhinestoned. (USA Today -- Life)
THE LIST: DVDS, CDS AND BOOKS HITTING STORES THIS WEEK Apr 17, 2007
Also in stores today: James Brown, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross upremes, The Temptations, "Number 1's"; Bucky Covington, "Bucky Covington"; The Cowboy Junkies, "At the End of Paths Taken"; Avril Lavigne, "The Best Damn Thing"; Lumidee, "Unexpected"; Melee, "Devils s"; Michael Penn, "Palms and Runes: Best of Michael Penn"; Paul Rodgers, "Live in Glasgow"; Ryan Shaw, "This Is Ryan Shaw"; Soundtrack, "Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof"; Pam Tillis, "Rhinestoned"; Various, "The Road Mix: Music From the... (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Welcome to Indie Country Apr 15, 2007
Pam Tillis knew she was entering uncharted waters when she was recording her new album, "Rhinestoned," out Tuesday. Though the balance of the disc is the kind of high-quality mainstream country she's been making since the '90s, there are some quirkier tracks -- a spoken-sung number called "Bettin' Money on Love," for instance -- that were truly liberating for her to put down on tape. (Boston Globe)
Pam Tillis returns to the country fringe Apr 15, 2007
Pam Tillis is on the long list of country artists who have joined the "formerly on a major label" club in recent years, and like many of its members, she has embraced her situation by looking to push her music beyond the boundaries imposed by major label expectations. Her professed aim with her new record, "Rhinestoned" (Stellar Cat), is to do something different than what you hear on country radio, something that (to her way of thinking) is more country (it isn't, necessarily). (Boston Globe)
Investigators focus on wood preservative in Cash fire Apr 13, 2007
Country singer Pam Tillis said the home had a warm and creative ambience to it. She remembers visiting June Carter Cash's daughter, Carlene Carter, at the home to write and swap songs. (Houston Chronicle)
NASHVILLE SKYLINE: Good to Hear Pam Tillis and John Anderson Mar 30, 2007
CMT.com : News : Nashville Skyline : Good to Hear Pam Tillis and John Anderson ... I'm referring to Pam Tillis and John Anderson, two country stalwarts whose upcoming CDs I've been listening to a lot. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Music Festival Season Nears Mar 28, 2007
MerleFest, April 26-29, Wilkesboro, N.C. Doc Watson, Alison Krauss & Union Station with Tony Rice, Jim Lauderdale, Laurie Lewis, Blue Highway, Sam Bush, the Del McCoury Band, Cherryholmes, the Nashville Bluegrass Band, Elvis Costello, the John Cowan Band, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, RobinElla, Jerry Douglas, Bela Fleck, Earl Scruggs, Pam Tillis ... CMA Music Festival, June 7-10, Nashville Pam Tillis, Dierks Bentley, Jason Aldean, Reba McEntire, Gretchen Wilson, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Alan... (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
Yes, You Can Find Country at South by Southwest Mar 20, 2007
Charlie Louvin, Sunny Sweeney, Pam Tillis, Kelly Willis Among Festival Highlights ... When the official evening showcases started, the Continental Club crowd enthusiastically welcomed Pam Tillis. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
2007 CMA Music Festival Is 'Time Well Wasted' as Brad Paisley, Miranda Lambert and Billy Currington Join Performance Lineup Mar 17, 2007
Performers already announced include Trace Adkins, Jason Aldean, John Anderson, Rodney Atkins, Jeff Bates, Dierks Bentley, John Berry, Big & Rich, Blue County, Bomshel, Catherine Britt, Lane Brody, Luke Bryan, Sonny Burgess, Sarah Buxton, Laura Bryna, Carolina Rain, Donovan Chapman, Eric Church, Earl Thomas Conley, Bucky Covington, Cowboy Crush, Amy Dalley, Cole Deggs & the Lonesome, Dusty Drake, Katrina Elam, Emerson Drive, Jace Everett, Flynnville Train, Todd Fritsch, Vince Gill, Josh Gracin,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
DIRECTV Unveils All-Star Line Up of Artists for First-Ever Live Broadcast of South By Southwest, Exclusively on The 101 Mar 9, 2007
Ian Moore, Jon McLaughlin, Marc Broussard, Ozomatli, Razorlight, Rocco DeLuca, The Buzzcocks, Stars of Track and Field, Tiny Masters of Today, Lee "Scratch" Perry, Young Love, Tracy Lawrence, Rickie Lee Jones and Pam Tillis. In addition to the live performances, those watching SXSW Live from the comfort of their homes will have unprecedented access to behind-the-scenes footage, artist interviews and insider festival commentary delivered by Project MyWorld's Shaina Fewell, and musician Andrew... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2007 CMA Music Festival Artist Lineup Grows Feb 28, 2007
Performers already announced include Jason Aldean, Bomshel, Catherine Britt, Luke Bryan, Sonny Burgess, Carolina Rain, Eric Church, Cole Deggs & the Lonesome, 2007 CMA Global Country Artist Award winner Adam Harvey, Heartland, Jypsi, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Blaine Larsen, Little Big Town, The Lost Trailers, Martina McBride, Neal McCoy, Reba McEntire, The Oak Ridge Boys, Jamie O'Neal, Jake Owen, Danielle Peck, Pirates of the Mississippi, Sugarland, Pam Tillis, Carrie Underwood, The Wreckers and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Reba returns to CMA festival; McBride, Underwood also scheduled Feb 6, 2007
Other acts announced today are The Oak Ridge Boys, Pam Tillis, Neal McCoy, Jamie O'Neal, Bombshel, Catherine Britt, Luke Bryan, Sonny Burgess, Carolina Rain, Eric Church, Cole Deggs onesome, Heartland, Jypsi, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Blaine Lawson, The Lost Trailers, Jake Owen, Danielle Peck, Pirates of the Mississippi and Chris Young. Additional artists are expected to be added in the coming months. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Hot Tix -- Nightlife Jan 20, 2007
The Bellamy Brothers perform at 7:30 p.m. today, and Pam Tillis performs at 8 p.m. Saturday. Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Ave. W., Palmetto. (Herald-Tribune)
Bill DeYoung: Cool country Jan 19, 2007
Country star Pam Tillis ... Stuart and his band perform Sunday at the Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce, with an opening act who's no slouch either vocalist Pam Tillis ... FLORIDA-BORN PAM TILLIS. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
A look ahead Jan 15, 2007
Country star Pam Tillis performs (with Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives) Sunday at the Sunrise Theatre in Fort Pierce. Tickets for the 8 p.m. concert are $46 and $38; call (772) 461-4775. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
Nominees Announced for CMT.com Loaded Awards Jan 12, 2007
Award presenters will include Little Big Town, Kellie Pickler, Josh Turner, Montgomery Gentry, Pam Tillis, Taylor Swift, Trent Tomlinson, Billy Gilman, James Otto, Chris Young, Deanna Kay (MuzikMafia TV), the Nashville Predators' Martin Erat and Darcy Hordichuk and CMT.com columnist Hazel Smith. The CMT.com Loaded Awards will award content with the most online traffic during 2006 at CMT.com and its broadband channel, CMT Loaded. (VHI.com -- CMT.com Music News)
The '60s return on RV resort stages Jan 7, 2007
McGrath, entertainment director at ViewPoint RV & Golf Resort, is booking 2007 concerts by Pam Tillis, Gary Lewis & the Playboys and Beatlemania. All are acts you'd expect to see in clubs in Las Vegas, Branson, Mo. (AZCentral -- Business)
