Kenny Rogers

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Kenny Rogers Chronicles 'Interesting' Life in New Book


Apr 22nd 2011
by Gayle Richardson
theboot.com



Jay Fletcher


Kenny Rogers penned many of his own hits, including 'Love or Something Like It' and 'Sweet Music Man,' and now the entertainer is trying his hand at a new kind of writing. The 72-year-old is hard at work on his first autobiography, which will chronicle the highs and lows of his personal and professional lives.

"I must admit, the older I get, the more interesting my life used to be," says Kenny (quote via MSN). "I also realized that if I don't do it now, I may forget it all."

The country music legend also just released a gospel album, 'The Love of God' exclusively through Cracker Barrel, which he describes as the fulfillment of a dream he held onto for a long time. "'The Love of God' is the culmination of an idea I had been thinking about for years but never had the opportunity to bring to life," he says. "It's been a musical awakening to me"

The married father of five, including six-year-old twin boys may have to shelve his writing for several weeks, when he heads to South America on May 18 to perform a series of shows in Brazil, Uruguay, Chile, Argentina and Peru. See his concert schedule here.

The book, which will be released by HarperCollins, is tentatively scheduled for a fall release.

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CLASSIC KENNY: Kenny & Dolly in ‘90

It’s hard to believe that a photo from 1990 can now be considered “classic,” but since 1990 came and went more than two decades ago, it’s true. This shot of Kenny and Dolly was taken on May 10, 1990 at the T.H. Barton Coliseum in Little Rock, AR, which was part of an eight-show Kenny/Dolly tour in May following the Grand Opening of Dollywood, April 27th-29th, in Pigeon Forge, TN.

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Gotta love good country music!

[Kim]

Kenny Rogers To Release New CD With Cracker Barrel




Kenny Rogers will become the first artist to release a second album through the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store exclusive music program when The Love of God becomes available on March 7. The CD is an inspirational collection of classic songs that Rogers remembers from his childhood along with new recordings of contemporary songs. Kenny reveals, “The Love of God is the culmination of an idea I had been thinking about for years but never had the opportunity to bring to life. It’s been a musical awakening to me. To all of the wonderful musicians, vocalists, and songwriters who lent their amazing talents to this record, I want to thank you for making it so special. It seems I have a personal relationship with every song on it.” He explains, “For example, ‘In The Sweet By And By’ was my mom’s favorite song. When I was a kid, as I was leaving to go to school, I remember hearing her sing along with the radio. Music is by far the best ‘memory creator’ I know, and that memory is very special to me.”

Rogers also will celebrate an incomparable career of pop and country hits in Kenny Rogers: The First 50 Years, a special premiering on Tuesday, March 8, 8:30 PM, ET on GAC. The show will feature performances from stars that Rogers has both befriended and inspired including Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie, Alison Krauss, Tim McGraw, Smokey Robinson, Billy Currington, Darius Rucker, Wynonna, Chris Isaak, The Oak Ridge Boys, Sheena Easton, original members of the First Edition and more.

Source: Dial Global
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Kenny Rogers Celebrates Hall of Fame Residence & New Album



Artist in Residence Kenny Rogers in the Ford Theater on May 9, 2012 at the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum.
Photo by Donn Jones Photography.


Kenny Rogers and Warner Bros. have announced they will join forces once again to create sweet music together. Kenny made the revelation Wednesday night during his first of two sold-out performances at the Ford Theater in Nashville as the Country Music Hall of Fame®and Museum’s 2012 Artist-in-Residence.

Kenny, whose catalog on Warner Bros./Reprise Records includes a string of multi-platinum albums and career hits recorded over the span of several decades, returns to where it all began in 1967 when his career was ignited with his mega-hit with the First Edition, “Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In).” His new album is being produced by award-winning producer, Dann Huff, and is scheduled for release later this year.

“I’m looking forward to returning home to Warner Bros. Records after all these years,” said Kenny on his new deal. “Our history together, combined with the incredible team that’s in place now, provides the catalyst for a great new relationship going forward.”

“With his unique storytelling ability and soulful voice, Kenny Rogers’ music has touched generations across all musical formats. He has not only had a remarkable career but is truly an American icon,” said John Esposito, President & CEO of Warner Music Nashville. “Warner Music Nashville looks forward to continuing his musical legacy but more importantly, having him back home at Warner Bros. Records.”

Recognized as one of the greatest entertainers and storytellers of all time, Kenny celebrated his 50th year in show business in 2008. In the incomparable span of his career, Kenny has sold more than 120 million records worldwide and recorded more than 65 albums. His long list of timeless classics includes an impressive 24 No. 1 hits – “The Gambler,” “Lady,” “Lucille,” “She Believes in Me,” “Islands in the Stream,” and “We’ve Got Tonight” among them. Two of Kenny’s albums, The Gambler and Kenny, are featured in the About.com poll of “The 200 Most Influential Country Albums Ever” and his Greatest Hits album has sold over 24 million copies worldwide to date. He is the RIAA’s 8th best-selling male artist of all time with 1 Diamond album, 19 Platinum albums and 31 Gold albums.

“The Gambler,” one of the biggest hits of Kenny’s career, spawned five movies and became the longest running mini-series in the history of U.S. television, seen by 100 million people. Kenny starred as Brady Hawkes. In addition, Kenny is an accomplished photographer, having studied under the assistant of photography great, Ansel Adams. He has published three photography books and authored four books, including one based on his hit tour and musical, “The Toy Shoppe.”

A selfless humanitarian, Kenny assumed his position at the forefront of the movement to aid the hungry after the death of his friend Harry Chapin – leading to the World Hunger Media Awards. He was also a participant in the “We Are the World” performance which raised millions for famine relief in Africa. Born in Houston and raised in a housing project, Kenny was awarded the Horatio Alger Award in 1990, given to those who have distinguished themselves despite humble beginnings.