I’m a native Texan and proud of it. I was born and raised in the BBQ Capital of Texas, Lockhart, but I’ve been in East Texas for about 25 years, so this is where my family and I call home. I have a patient, beautiful wife (she’s a Big Sandy Wildcat) who has kept me in line since 1994, plus I have three great kids, even though they were the cause of my premature balding and greying. I went to college at UT-Austin and Texas A&M, mainly to become a meteorologist. But my love of country music took over, plus, in radio, you never have to grow up. As strange as this may sound, my perfect day would be to spend an entire day in a theater watching nothing but Disney movies. Bring on the popcorn!
Danny Merrell
Chris Young’s New CD Is Out Today – Listen To Some Of The Cuts [AUDIO]
The long awaited sophomore release from Chris Young hits stores today.
The CD is entitled 'Neon' and features the chart topping 'Tomorrow'.
Listen to more cuts from the CD after the jump.
George Strait Defends Title – Now Takes On Brett Eldredge On The Daily Duel
George Strait defends his title with ease on yesterday's Daily Duel. King George received over 77% of the vote in defeating the new song from Big & Rich.
Now, George will defend his championship against the new song from Brett Eldredge. He had great success with his last heart-touching song 'Raymond'.
Take a listen to our challenger and champion after the jump.
George Strait New Song Spotlight [AUDIO]
George Strait is getting ready to release another album -- that makes how many now? a thousand or two?
The album is not due out until September, but his first single was released earlier today and it just happens to be our challenger on today's Daily Duel.
George will be taking on the new song from Kellie Pickler which defeated Sara Evans last week.
Kellie Pickler and Sara Evans Tangle In Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO]
After defeating Scotty McCreery's new song by a 56-44% margin, Sara Evans is set to defend her Daily Duel title against the new song from Kellie Pickler.
Take a listen to both songs after the jump.
Man Steals Police Car And Crashes – All Caught On Dash Cam [VIDEO]
You've seen those police dash cam videos before, right?
Usually, it involves something weird that's happening as an officer tries to make an arrest.
Well, this time, the person pulled over is suspected of stealing a computer from Walmart.
Watch what happens when the officer tries to arrest him.
McCreery Gets Another Victory! Now Takes On Sara Evans.
Scotty wins again.
This time, Scotty McCreery's latest song 'I Love You This Big' defeats Lauren Alaina's 'Like My Mother Does' in yesterday's Daily Duel.
It was close though, with McCreery getting less than 52% of the vote.
Now let's see how Scotty does against an establish country singer.
It’s A Battle Of American Idol Finalists On Today’s Daily Duel
It's a special edition of our Daily Duel today, but first, let's take a look at yesterday's Duel.
Sara Evans won yesterday's Duel over the new song by Randy Owen. Sara received about 60% of the vote, so she will be back tomorrow to defend her new crown.
But today we have a special Daily Duel today featuring the finalists of American Idol.
Sara Evans And Randy Owens New Song Spotlights On Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO]
Lady Antebellum defeated the new song from Jerrod Niemann by a 65-35 percent margin, so that means that Lady A's 'Just A Kiss' enters the Daily Duel Hall of Fame and is retired from competition.
That means we have two new challengers - Sara Evans and Randy Owens.
Give both songs a listen after the jump.
Lady Antebellum Goes For Hall Of Fame Status On The Daily Duel [AUDIO]
Lady Antebellum now has 6 straight wins with Thursday's defeat of the new song from Darius Rucker.
That means if Lady A is able to secure one more win, 'Just A Kiss' will enter into the Daily Duel Hall of Fame.
But first Hilary and the boys will need to get by the new song from Jerrod Niemann.
Give both songs a listen after the jump.
Mike Tyson Needs Help From Double Dream Hands Man
Back when I was growing up, celebrities who were passed their prime or had greatly extinguished their 15 minutes of fame would end up in one of three places --
Guest appearance on Fantasy Island
Guest appearance on the Love Boat
Or on the panel of a Dean Martin Roast
Nowadays, with so many reality shows on TV, washed up celebrities have a number of choices to extend their career...like Mike Tyson.
Darius Rucker New Song Spotlight On Today’s Daily Duel
Lady Antebellum now has 5 straight wins with yesterday's defeat of the new song from Kenny Chesney, which now means Lady A will face a new challenger.
And today's challenger on the Daily Duel comes from Darius Rucker.
Give both songs a listen after the jump.
Happy Birthday To My Almost Great Friend – George Strait
George Strait turns 59 today.
The all-time country music record holder of #1 songs.
The man who is considered one of the top 5 country artists of all time.
The legendary performer who almost was a close personal friend of mine...ALMOST.
If I had a dime for every time I kicked myself in the seat of my pants for my actions in the Spring of 1981...I'd have enough money to repair the toe of my boot wh