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Glen Campbell's Family Shares Heartbreaking Update Regarding His Alzheimer's Battle

Christina Vinson — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:00:02 +0000

The iconic Glen Campbell has contributed to country music in lasting ways, and his presence in the industry (since 1958) will never be forgotten. However, the singer is battling Alzheimer's, and now more than ever, his family needs to remember the good memories -- because each day is a struggle.

Glen Campbell Quits Touring, Readies Album of Re-Recorded Hits

Christina Vinson — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:56:06 +0000

Glen Campbell‘s battle with Alzheimer’s has forced him to stop touring but the ‘Gentle on My Mind’ hitmaker will still contribute to country music. He’s planning an upcoming album of re-recorded hits, entitled ‘See You There.’ With his emotional and bittersweet Goodbye Tour behind him, Campbell will be focusing his efforts on releasing the album on August [...]

Glen Campbell 'Wichita Lineman' KLAW Classic [VIDEO]

KLAW Morning Crew — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:24:58 +0000

The delight of Delight, Arkansas turns 77 years old today. With over 45 million records sold, and 70 albums to his credit, Glen Campbell has our KLAW Classic today. The Jimmy Webb penned song, ‘Wichita Lineman’ made it to #3 on the US Pop charts, stayed in the Top 100 for 15 weeks, it also [...]

Gordon Lightfoot 'Rainy Day People' KLAW Classic

KLAW Morning Crew — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:28:35 +0000

Celebrating the rain today with our KLAW Classic! Gordon Lightfoot reached the #1 spot on the Easy Listening charts with ‘Rainy Day People’, and made it into the top 50 on the country charts. Lightfoot actually did reach the top of the country charts as a songwriter with Marty Robbins’ ‘Ribbon of Darkness’, and with [...]

Glen Campbell 'Gentle On My Mind' KLAW Classic [VIDEO]

Jeri Anderson — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:00:28 +0000

Today’s KLAW Classic celebrates the 44th Anniversary of the Glen Campbell Good Time Hour. On the very first show, Campbell’s special guest was a singer/songwriter John Hartford who wrote ‘Gentle On My Mind’, a song that earned two Grammy’s in 1968, one each for Hartford and for Campbell. It was even used as the theme [...]

Glen Campbell Looks Back at His Career in Emotional 'A Better Place' Video

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:00:22 +0000

As a finishing touch to his Farewell Tour, which has been criss-crossing the country over the past few months, Glen Campbell has released a tear-jerking new music video for ‘A Better Place,’ which will put a lump in the viewer’s throat from the first bar of the song. The video showcases Campbell looking through picture [...]

Glen Campbell Returns Home to Arkansas on Final Goodbye Tour

John Tarpley — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 21:30:33 +0000

During last night's (September 6) near-capacity concert in Little Rock, Ark., the Robinson Center Music Hall audience was on their feet before the band ever played a note of music, the packed room delivering a heartfelt, standing ovation for Glen Campbell, Arkansas's native son and the country music icon on the final stops of his unprecedented Goodbye Tour.

Glen Campbell Cancels Australian Tour, Likely Due to Alzheimer's Complications

Cory Stromblad — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 19:00:21 +0000

Country music legend Glen Campbell has pulled out of his Australian tour with fellow icon Kenny Rogers — and the speculation is that Campbell’s progressing battle with Alzheimer’s is to blame for the last-minute cancellations. The announcement — which only cites illness as the cause for cancellation — comes just weeks before Campbell was supposed [...]

Blake Shelton + the Band Perry Lead Celebration of Glen Campbell at 2012 Grammy Awards

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 12:00:35 +0000

As Glen Campbell took the stage at the 2012 Grammy Awards on Sunday night, more than a few fans and friends in the audience looked nervous, not sure how the country legend would do during a celebration of his life and career. Halfway through his song ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ however, everyone breathed more than a sigh of relief. In fact, they were dancing in the aisles — literally.

George Jones and Glen Campbell Will Be Honored at 2012 Grammys

Billy Dukes — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:45:46 +0000

George Jones and Glen Campbell will be honored with lifetime achievement awards next year. During a special ceremony on Feb. 11 — one day before the 2012 Grammy Awards, which will air on CBS — their contributions will be acknowledged by the Recording Academy in front of five other honorees and an invitation only crowd.

Vince Gill, Keith Urban + Brad Paisley Honor Glen Campbell at 2011 CMA Awards

Amanda Hensel — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 05:24:03 +0000

Today’s country music wouldn’t be what it is without the iconic stars that led the way, like Glen Campbell, who changed the face of the industry with a string of Top 10 hits in the 1960s and ’70s. Realizing his greatness, Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Brad Paisley took the stage at the 2011 CMA Awards to honor the legend, who announced in June that he’s been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Watch Glen Campbell Perform Songs from His Farewell Album, 'Ghost on the Canvas' [VIDEO]

Jeff Giles — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:31:14 +0000

When Glen Campbell announced his Alzheimer’s diagnosis earlier this year, it served for many as a poignant reminder of the fragility of the human condition and the fleeting nature of our time on Earth. His honesty regarding his condition, and his decision to bid farewell to his fans with a final album and tour, have been an inspiration to countless fans.

Campbell stopped by the Sirius XM studios recently to perform tracks from the recently released ‘Ghost on the Canvas,’ and a lucky handful of those fans were in attendance — as well as Tanya Tucker, whose tumultuous relationship with Campbell ended in a long estrangement.

Glen Campbell Isn't Feeling the Effects of Alzheimer's Yet [VIDEO]

Jeff Giles — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 13:32:26 +0000

Since announcing his Alzheimer’s diagnosis — and his impending retirement from music — a couple of months ago, Glen Campbell has been the focus of an outpouring of goodwill and concern from fans around the world.

But for now, at least, Campbell has yet to feel the effects of the incurable disease — which he discussed during a recent interview with ABC News.

Glen Campbell: I Have Alzheimer's Disease

Andy Scott — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 17:41:35 +0000

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE (via Taste of Country), Grammy-winning country legend Glen Campbell has revealed he has Alzheimer’s Disease.

The 75-year-old ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’ singer and his wife, Kim, say they are going public with his disease now because “he’s hoping to say farewell with a final slate of live performances this fall – and they want his fans to be aware of the musician’s condition.”

Classic Country Saturday Morning – Mothers Day

Clay Miller — Sat, 07 May 2011 10:45:36 +0000

Classic country this morning will spotlight some songs around the lady we aree all giving honor to this weekend – “Mom.” Listen for songs from – Dolly Parton – Reba McEntire – Waylon & Willie – Loretta Lynn – Glen Campbell And a whole lot more! Looking forward to [...]