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Back To 9
My blog is nine years old! Nine is such an interesting number. When you multiply any number by 9, then add the resulting digits and reduce them to a single digit, it always becomes a 9. For example, 6...
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A World of Texas Country Music
Texas has long been a center for musical innovation and is the birthplace of many notable musicians. Texans have pioneered developments in Tejano and Conjunto music, Rock 'n Roll, Western swing, jazz,...
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Johnny Lee Is Going Strong
All Current Photos: Alan MercerPhotos taken at the Texas Opry Theater in Weatherford, TexasTexas-born Country Singer Johnny Lee spent years as a journeyman performer, playing Lone Star honky tonks and...
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Billy Dean Has His Own Personal Style
All contemporary Photos: Alan Mercertaken at the Texas Opry Theater in Weatherford, TXBilly Dean received a basketball scholarship to attend East Central Junior College in Decatur, MS, where he...
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Coffey Anderson Asks What Can He Do Better
All Photos: Alan MercerCoffey Anderson is a country musician, singer, songwriter and guitarist, best known to the world for his songs such as “Southern Man”, “Rock and Roll Sally”, “Lord. I Lift Your...
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Bettye LaVette Is Enjoying Life
Photo by Mark SeligerI adore one-of-a-kind people and the brilliant song stylist Bettye LaVette fits that to a tee! I met her for the first time in the summer of 2001 when Make-up Artist Rudy Calvo and...
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Madleen Kane RAW (in her new memoir 'Rough Diamond')
Photo: John GloverI first featured Madleen Kane on this blog in October of 2016. She told me at the time she had written her memoirs, titled ‘Rough Diamond’ and that I wouldn’t believe how her life...
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Ross Cooper: Cowboy Music From A Rodeo Life
Ross Cooper photographed at The Landmark Bar in Fort Worth, TX by Alan MercerRoss Cooper is the rare country musician who has actually lived the life of a cowboy. The former professional bareback rider...
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An Honest Piece of Randall King
Photos of Randall King taken by Alan Mercer at Lola's Trailer Park Bar in Fort Worth, TXHumble beginnings, a cultivated work ethic and the influences of classic country music legends, synchronized...
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Wynn Williams Knows What He Wants
All Photos taken at Lola's Trailer Park Bar in Fort Worth, TX by Alan MercerCountry Music Singer/Songwriter Wynn Williams grew up in the rodeo life of Northern Texas. Hailing from Weatherford, Texas,...
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Charlie McCoy Is Right On Time
All Current Photos: Alan MercerThere are numerous super-session musicians in Nashville, but very few with the longevity of Charlie McCoy. In addition to being a fixture in Nashville studios for 48...
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Mandy Barnett Just Keeps Working
Photo: Alan MercerMandy Barnett, a native of Crossville, Tennessee, started singing at five years-old. She has been singing since. Mandy’s style is rooted in the classic country and pop crooning of...
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Julie Roberts Knows Her Purpose
Photos taken at Fort Worth Live: Alan Mercer Julie Roberts stepped into the national spotlight in 2004 with her country music hit “Break Down Here.” Her debut album earned RIAA gold for sales in...
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Josef Crosby of The Pigeon Kings: The Concept of Redemption
All Photos: Alan MercerWith a lifetime of touring and performance experience between them, musicians Josef Crosby and Victor Gagnon have joined forces to create something new - a sound that's hard to...
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THOR Metal Band: The Legendary Group is Better Than Ever
All Contemporary Photos: Alan MercerJon Mikl THOR is an enduring icon of glam rock/metal, and one of the true originators of rock theatre. THOR’s enviable career got off the ground with his appearance...
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Moses Snow: The Future of Bringing Back the Memory of Elvis
All Photos: Alan Mercer15-year-old Moses Snow is a shining star from Decatur, Texas. He started performing at the Dove Creek Café during their Tuesday night Elvis Impersonator shows. His dance moves,...
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The Highway Sisters Love to RRRROOOOAAARRR!
Photos: Alan Mercer"This modern day Thelma and Louise duo is taking the nation by storm with their funny antics alongside songwriting. It's safe to say these ladies are a fire burning with gasoline...
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Looking Back at 2018
I’m very much looking forward to 2019. I’m excited to see what is in store for me, my family and friends and the rest of the world. I am naturally optimistic, so I believe it will be a wonderful year...
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Tyson Faifer: Ninja Warrior Comic
All Photos: Alan MercerA member of the entertainment industry for over 10 years, Tyson Faifer is an award winning stand-up comic who began his comedy career in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, and now...
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Julie Esposito Sings!
Photo: Alan MercerJulie Esposito originally hails from Chicago and made her professional singing debut at the age of 16. For the last several years, Julie has performed in almost every major jazz and...
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