Jamestown Revival's new EP inspired by frontier stories
The Austin-based indie-folk duo Jonathan Clay and Zach Chance have a new EP out called Fireside with Louis L'Amour. They joined Good Day to share details and more.
Austin Michael ready to put his stamp on country music
He's just 17 years old but has the attention of the country music world thanks to a national TV appearance. North Texas native Austin Michael joined Good Day ahead of a show in Arlington.
Jackie Castro's debut album coming out in June
Local singer and songwriter Jackie Castro is celebrating Mother's Day with a new song about her relationship with her parents. She said quarantine helped her slow down and finish her debut album -- Thank You For Your Patience.
Lynyrd Skynyrd returns for shows at Billy Bobs
Lynyrd Skynyrd was on a farewell tour before COVID-19. In a way, the pandemic convinced them they couldn't stop playing. Band member Rickey Medlocke joined Good Day to explain and to talk about upcoming shows at Billy Bobs.
Kelly Price hopes to make people feel happy with new EP
2020 was a rough year for so many including R&B singer Kelly Price. She lost her grandfather to COVID-19 and her mother unexpectedly passed away. But she says through the heartache, she was also able to channel her creativity, create new music and keep her faith.
Noel Paul Stookey's new album to benefit charities
Noel Paul Stookey just released a new collection of his favorites from his long career. It's called Just Causes and pairs 15 socially conscious songs with non-profit organizations.
Country singer Brett Eldredge shares positive message with new single
He took a break from his career to deal with anxiety and focus on himself. Now country music star Brett Eldredge is sharing his positive message at a perfect time.
Helping feed North Texas through music
The Ticket's George Dunham is teaming up with Country music artists Pat Green and Matt Boggs from Prophets and Outlaws to help out Texans in need. Their song "Little bit of love" is releasing on February 12th, 2021 with 100% of proceeds going to North Texas Food Bank. Mike & Sam caught up with them to talk about how this project came about. That's this week's Ticket Tuesday.
How the music of 'Dirty Dancing' is raising money for charity
They won awards for their memorable songs in 'Dirty Dancing'. Now Franke Previte and John Denicola are coming together to raise money for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and other charities.
For King and Country stopping in Arlington for drive-in Christmas concert
The brotherly duo For King and County is ready to celebrate their first Christmas album and a drive-in concert. Tickets for next month's show at Globe Life Field go on sale today. More: forkingandcountry.com
Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra ready to welcome live audience with COVID-19 safety in mind
The opening of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra’s Symphonic Series is almost upon us. It's been a whirlwind year for performers with a recent twist that many didn't see coming.
Texas country singer Cory Morrow connects with fans on Facebook
Live concerts are mostly on hold these days but Texas country singer-songwriter Cory Morrow found another way to connect with fans. He joins Good Day live on what he calls a 'Morrow Monday.'
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Online Education
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame wants teachers and students to take advantage of free online sources to help learn math, science, and social studies through the prism of Rock & Roll. Terrance Friday talked to the Greg Harris, the CEO of the iconic museum, about some of the lessons online and the impact learning the history can make on young people.
Joe Mantegna, Trace Adkins discuss changes to Memorial Day concert
The national Memorial Day concert is usually a spectacular event on the capital lawn to honor those who fought and died for our country. But another tradition must change because of the strange times we are living through. Actor Joe Mantegna and singer Trace Adkins talked to Good Day about this year's tribute. More: www.pbs.org/national-memorial-day-concert/
Blue October premieres new documentary
Blue October lead singer Justin Furstenfeld joins Good Day live from Houston to talk about a new documentary. He says while he was making hits there was a lot going on in his life and he wants to talk about it. More: getbackup.tv
Frisco orchestra students bringing hope with virtual performance of 'See You Again'
Some high school orchestra students in North Texas came up with an innovative way to perform together during the pandemic.
Frisco orchestra students give innovative virtual performance
The orchestra students at Liberty High School in Frisco recently collaborated on a virtual performance of Wiz Khalifa's See You Again. The video is going viral and bringing smiles to the faces of people in the community.
Local nightclub owner hopes to bring music to people online
Kim Finch is the owner of the Doublewide in Deep Ellum and Singlewide on Greenville Avenue. Both are closed right now. She's trying to help local bands and musicians get through this tough time with a new initiative that she calls Quaran-TV. More: http://bit.ly/2xMVv6t
North Texas Irish Festival happening this weekend at Fair Park
One of the biggest Irish festivals in the country -- believe it or not -- is in Dallas and it's happening this weekend at Fair Park. The award-winning folk band Calan helps kick it off on Good Day.
North Texas teens take the stage for Young Viruosi performance
Subee Kim is a senior in high school. She's part of the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra and one of this year's Concerto Competition winners. She and other youth will take the stage at the Meyerson Symphony Center Sunday for the annual Young Viruosi performance. More: gdyo.org