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Remembering songwriter John Prine who died this week

Tuesday, song writing legend John Prine died from coronavirus complications. John Prine was a singer-songwriter who wrote such songs as “Angel from Montgomery,” “Sam Stone,” “Hello in There” and scores of other tunes. He was 73. The family announced in March that he had tested positive for COVID-19. He was hospitalized on March 26 and … Continued
April 10, 2020

Famed singer Kenny Rogers has died

Famed singer, songwriter, actor, and businessman Kenneth Ray Rogers died Friday. He was 81. Rogers was elected to the County Music Hall of Fame in 2013. Rogers is best known as a country music star; but his career ran the gamut from country to pop to an early career that included jazz, folk, and rock … Continued
March 23, 2020

Alabama Music Hall of Fame holds induction ceremony

Saturday, the Alabama Music Hall of Fame held this year’s induction ceremonies. This class includes singer song writer Gary Baker, best known for his work with The Backstreet Boys. The award was presented to him best two of his best friends, Backstreet Boy’s Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson. They then to everyone’s delight, performed one … Continued
January 30, 2020

Acting Finance Director Asks For Donation From Lobbyist

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Recently, the Alabama Political Reporter obtained a copy of a fund-raising letter sent from Acting Finance Director Bill Newton to a registered lobbyist. Newton is the Chair of the Alabama Music Hall of Fame. (See Letter Here.) Newton, who serves as chair for the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, … Continued
January 14, 2016