Over the years I’ve had the pleasure of working with many of our greatest country music singers and it’s a blessing to be able to say we’re friends. Just as you know your good country neighbors would be there to help you in time of need, it’s the same for those of us working in the music business. When we get together we like to share the good and the bad stories, sometimes the odd or the funny things – but always it’s about keeping up with the friendship. I thought I’d share a few photos from some of the shows with good friends.
(above photo: This is from a Country’s Family Reunion cruise. We sure had a great time singing for all the fans. Left to right: Moe Bandy, me, Jean Shepard, Jimmy Fortune, Bobby Bare, T. Graham Brown, David Frizzell and in front, Gladys & LeRoy Van Dyke.)
Backstage at the Opry – It’s not usually so crowded but on this night it was the induction of Ashley McBride, so many artists showed up to honor her, including this star, Wynonna Judd.
Mickey Gilley (RIP) was one of our finest singers and entertainers. He invited me to be on his TV show so this photo was taken after the taping. We all miss him but grateful that his music lives on.