New music coming from country’s Conlee and Tucker
Two country music stars have some new musical adventures ahead.
Grand Ole Opry star John Conlee is releasing a new emotional single entitled ““Walkin’ Behind The Star,” released on his own RCR (Rose Colored Records).
The song was written by Nashville industry veterans Ronnie Scaife and Phil Thomas, who collaborated on the Johnny Paycheck hits “Colorado Cool Aid” and “Me and the IRS.”
The touching lyrics were inspired by Phil’s grandfather and great-grandfather, both of whom served in their local sheriff’s department.
“Recent deadly attacks against the people who keep us safe is unprecedented in America and I wanted to sing this song in honor of their sacrifice and willingness to serve,” Conlee said.
Conlee said he was touched by the song’s honesty.
“Walkin’ Behind The Star,“ can be found on his upcoming release Classics 2, which will feature some new material along with many of Conlee’s latter classics.
The set features Conlee hits such as “Harmony,” “Mama’s Rockin’ Chair” and “Hit The Ground Runnin.”
Conlee recently celebrated the 36th anniversary of his breakthrough hit “Rose Colored Glasses,” and can be found on the road throughout 2015 as well as the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, where he has been a member since 1981 and through which I was honored to come to know John.
Learn more about John and his latest at johnconlee.com.
One of the earlier stars who I heard coming out of my parents car radio was Tanya Tucker, with her first recording Alex Harvey’s classic Delta Dawn in 1972. I never imagined that teen star would be someone I would appear at country events with years later.
While she has taken time off these last few years to raise her children, but the legendary songstress is now prepping to hit the road once again.
“I’ve taken a few years off and it is time to get back on the road,” Tucker said. “I am really excited to perform all the hits that the fans love so much, and sing a few new songs that I have been working on.”
A new tour and new music is slated for release later this year, Tucker has enjoyed an incredible career that garnered her four Platinum albums, eight Gold albums, and hits such as “The Jamestown Ferry,” “Down To My Last Teardrop,” and “Soon.” In 1991, after almost two decades in the business, the CMA rightfully recognized her unique talents with Female Vocalist of the Year.
You can find out more about Tanya, at www.tanyatucker.com.
