George Jones 80th Birthday Party
Inside Music Row ( Showcase TV Freesat 403) - On this Monday's Show October 10th there is a chance to see the highlight of George Jones birthday.
It's always fun to celebrate special milestones in life, but when the celebration is an 80th birthday party for one of country music's legends, it's definitely time to throw a party. Kelly Lynn caught up with George Jones and a few of his friends at a very special occasion downtown.
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One of the most moving parts of one of your recent concerts was when you sang ‘Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes.’ As we watched you sing about your friends, many of them no longer with us, a giant screen showed their pictures and brought back so many memories. Who do you miss the most in country music and why?
I miss all of my old friends who have passed away. Sometimes you just don’t understand why they were taken so soon. I loved and miss Johnny Cash. I miss my old buddy Johnny Paycheck, who happens to be buried in an area of the cemetery that I bought for my family. Of course, the fact that Tammy is gone is something that I am reminded about all of the time since our duets are such a big part of my musical history and, of course, we have a daughter together. Roy Acuff was a big hero for me, and I was so sad when he passed. It’s hard as you get older to lose your friends and family.
You have one of the most interesting biographies in country music, appropriately titled ‘I Lived to Tell It All.’ What was the hardest story you had to share in that book?
I guess the hardest part of the book for me is my bad behavior in disappointing the fans with my “no shows.” When you don’t act right to your family and friends, that’s bad, but they also have the opportunity to experience the “good” side as well. Disappointing the fans is an entirely different thing because the fans love your music and save up money to see you in concert. They plan for weeks in advance to have a nice evening and then, if the artist doesn’t show up, everyone is more than disappointed. I feel really bad about all the people I disappointed by not showing up or not performing up to my best ability.
In 1995, you had the chance to record one final duet album, called ‘One,’ with Tammy Wynette. Whose idea was it to get you back in the studio together and on the road one last time?
The idea to do the album was really my wife’s, Nancy. Tammy had almost died and was in the hospital.Nancy Nancy
On the reunion tour with Tammy Wynette, Kenny Chesney opened up the show. Kenny has come a long way since then, and it appears the two of you still work together, as his latest album features you on the track ‘Small Y’all.’ How did your friendship with Kenny begin, and why is he one of your favorite modern singers in country music?
I love Kenny, and he has remained as close as a son to me. My stepdaughter withNancy Nashville
Last year, you released ‘George Jones: Hits’ on Bandit Records. One of the previously unreleased tracks, ‘I Ain’t Ever Slowin’ Down,’ inspired a national line dance hit. How does it make you feel to know that people of all ages are line dancing to your music after all these years?
I’m thrilled about the line dance. I still believe if I could get more airplay, I could get a hit. ‘I Ain’t Ever Slowing Down’ would have been a big hit if I had recorded it in my younger days. I’m thrilled that people still respond to my music and that the music is relevant to today’s listeners.
You’ve placed 168 songs on the Billboard country charts, more than any other artist in history. Obviously not all of those singles could be big hits, so out of all of your songs that didn’t make the Top 10, name one or two singles that you wish were bigger hits.
I’ve been unbelievably lucky with my music. I’m not sure of the numbers to be honest, but 168 sounds good to me. I think ‘The Cold Hard Truth’ could have and should have been a big hit. ‘I Don’t Need Your Rockin’ Chair’ only went to No. 24 but the audience reaction every night in my concerts makes it feel like a Top 10. ‘You’re Still On My Mind’ didn’t even make it into the Top 20. There were a lot of songs during my MCA years that I thought should have been singles but were not. You can’t worry about what wasn’t — I was very lucky to have as many hits as I had.
When you look back on everything you’ve accomplished in your life, what are you the most proud of personally and professionally?
From a career point of view, I am amazed by my good fortune. I’ve been recording for about 57 years, and I never dreamed that would happen. As they say, I’ve had hits in five decades so that’s pretty good. From a personal point of view, I’m proud of the fact that I finally kicked my demons and that drink and drugs are no longer a part of me. The last 10 years or so have allowed me to be a better husband, father and friend on a personal level than all the years before when I was so messed up.
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Inside Music Row ( Showcase TV Freesat 403) - On this Monday's Show October 10th there is a chance to see the highlight of George Jones birthday.
It's always fun to celebrate special milestones in life, but when the celebration is an 80th birthday party for one of country music's legends, it's definitely time to throw a party. Kelly Lynn caught up with George Jones and a few of his friends at a very special occasion downtown.
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A packed house of artists, industry professionals, and a few fans turned out Tuesday (Sept. 13) at Rippy's in downtown Nashville
The Country Music Hall of Famer, who has placed more entries on Billboard's Country Songs chart than any other, was in attendance with his wife Nancy, and took time to chat with reporters before heading over to the Grand Ole Opry for a birthday celebration that included performances by Alan Jackson and the Oak Ridge Boys.
Jones, whose actual birthday was Monday, was visibly moved by the number of artists and fans that were there. "It means everything," he told Billboard.com. "I'm just overwhelmed. It's great. Everybody has been so wonderful."
George Jones 80th Birthday Interview
I miss all of my old friends who have passed away. Sometimes you just don’t understand why they were taken so soon. I loved and miss Johnny Cash. I miss my old buddy Johnny Paycheck, who happens to be buried in an area of the cemetery that I bought for my family. Of course, the fact that Tammy is gone is something that I am reminded about all of the time since our duets are such a big part of my musical history and, of course, we have a daughter together. Roy Acuff was a big hero for me, and I was so sad when he passed. It’s hard as you get older to lose your friends and family.
You have one of the most interesting biographies in country music, appropriately titled ‘I Lived to Tell It All.’ What was the hardest story you had to share in that book?
I guess the hardest part of the book for me is my bad behavior in disappointing the fans with my “no shows.” When you don’t act right to your family and friends, that’s bad, but they also have the opportunity to experience the “good” side as well. Disappointing the fans is an entirely different thing because the fans love your music and save up money to see you in concert. They plan for weeks in advance to have a nice evening and then, if the artist doesn’t show up, everyone is more than disappointed. I feel really bad about all the people I disappointed by not showing up or not performing up to my best ability.
In 1995, you had the chance to record one final duet album, called ‘One,’ with Tammy Wynette. Whose idea was it to get you back in the studio together and on the road one last time?
The idea to do the album was really my wife’s, Nancy. Tammy had almost died and was in the hospital.
On the reunion tour with Tammy Wynette, Kenny Chesney opened up the show. Kenny has come a long way since then, and it appears the two of you still work together, as his latest album features you on the track ‘Small Y’all.’ How did your friendship with Kenny begin, and why is he one of your favorite modern singers in country music?
I love Kenny, and he has remained as close as a son to me. My stepdaughter with
Last year, you released ‘George Jones: Hits’ on Bandit Records. One of the previously unreleased tracks, ‘I Ain’t Ever Slowin’ Down,’ inspired a national line dance hit. How does it make you feel to know that people of all ages are line dancing to your music after all these years?
I’m thrilled about the line dance. I still believe if I could get more airplay, I could get a hit. ‘I Ain’t Ever Slowing Down’ would have been a big hit if I had recorded it in my younger days. I’m thrilled that people still respond to my music and that the music is relevant to today’s listeners.
You’ve placed 168 songs on the Billboard country charts, more than any other artist in history. Obviously not all of those singles could be big hits, so out of all of your songs that didn’t make the Top 10, name one or two singles that you wish were bigger hits.
I’ve been unbelievably lucky with my music. I’m not sure of the numbers to be honest, but 168 sounds good to me. I think ‘The Cold Hard Truth’ could have and should have been a big hit. ‘I Don’t Need Your Rockin’ Chair’ only went to No. 24 but the audience reaction every night in my concerts makes it feel like a Top 10. ‘You’re Still On My Mind’ didn’t even make it into the Top 20. There were a lot of songs during my MCA years that I thought should have been singles but were not. You can’t worry about what wasn’t — I was very lucky to have as many hits as I had.
When you look back on everything you’ve accomplished in your life, what are you the most proud of personally and professionally?
From a career point of view, I am amazed by my good fortune. I’ve been recording for about 57 years, and I never dreamed that would happen. As they say, I’ve had hits in five decades so that’s pretty good. From a personal point of view, I’m proud of the fact that I finally kicked my demons and that drink and drugs are no longer a part of me. The last 10 years or so have allowed me to be a better husband, father and friend on a personal level than all the years before when I was so messed up.
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