Album Release Day

The release date has been announced for George Strait's 38th album. Twang drops August 11th. The new album was recorded in the same place as the last two, Shrimpboat Sound Studio in Key West, with producer Tony Brown at the controls. You’ve already been hearing the first single from the new CD on The Country Station. “Living For The Night” was co-written by George, his son Bubba Strait and Dean Dillon. Yes, George had a hand in writing the song, the first time he’s gotten writing credit since his 1982 debut song, “I Can’t See Texas From Here.” George says, "We had a great time writing with each other and then Dean adding his magic made it even more special. I hope the people that buy this record have as much fun listening to it as I had making it."

News From Around The Country
Rascal Flatts fans will want to make sure the DVRs are set for Friday. The Flatts will be on Today. The appearance on the Summer Concert Series happens to be on Gary LeVox's birthday! And speaking of Rascal Flatts, did you catch the season premiere of the Style networks hit Ruby over the weekend? The show follows a woman’s effort to lose over 300 pounds. After losing her father, her friends encouraged her to attend a Rascal Flatts concert where she was able to meet the trio who offered her some love and support. TV fans will also be interested to know that Jewel turned down the first right of refusal to appear on the next season of Dancing With The Stars to make up for her season lost to injury. She says that she hopes to be pregnant by the start of the new season. And finally, Carrie Underwood is the first country star who can be heard in a new public service announcement campaign called Behind Every Famous Person is a Fabulous Teacher. The PSAs will make a point to show how important teachers and a good education are, even for celebrities. Carrie got involved in the project because she comes from a long line of teachers. Her mother taught for 25 years, and both of her sisters teach currently.