Danny Merrell

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!

Brad Paisley Challenges Gary Allan on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO + POLL]

Gary Allan and his new song, 'Pieces', is our current champion on Danny's Daily Duel. Today, Allan will go for win #5 as he takes on the new one from Brad Paisley. Listen to both songs below.

Happy National Oreo Day – Look at All the Choices

Oreos are good. It doesn't matter your style or pattern of eating them, it's going to be good. And on this, National Oreo Day, I'll be you didn't realize that there are over 25 varieties of Oreos waiting for you. Let's investigate.

Gary Allan, Easton Corbin Clash on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO]

Gary Allan racks up another win on Danny's Daily Duel. His new song, 'Pieces', defeated 'Get Your Shine On' by Florida Georgia Line in yesterday's competition. Today, Allan will go up against the latest from Easton Corbin.

Gary Allan Wins Again, Faces Florida Georgia Line on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO]

It's two straight wins for Gary Allan on Danny's Daily Duel. His new song, 'Pieces', defeated 'Changed', the new song from Rascal Flatts on yesterday's competition. Today's challenger will be 'Get Your Shine On' by Florida Georgia Line.

Rascal Flatts Takes on Gary Allan on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO]

On yesterday's Daily Duel, the new song from Gary Allan, 'Pieces', captures the win over '1994', the latest from Jason Aldean. Today, Gary Allan will face the latest from Rascal Flatts, 'Changed'.

Tatum, White Oak Ready for Round Three at SFA

It's a fun gig...being the public address announcer at SFA. In addition to being an active part of NCAA Division One Basketball, I also get to witness some great round ball and passionate fans when it comes to regional tournament time.

Gary Allan Faces Jason Aldean on Today’s Daily Duel

It's the start of a new month and Danny's Daily Duel returns with a couple of artists who are at used to being at the top of the charts. The new songs from Gary Allan and Jason Aldean do battle today.

George Strait + Dustin Lynch Featured on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO/POLL]

Thompson Square is the newest member of the Daily Duel Hall of Fame. The duo scored their 7th straight victory yesterday earning them the honor. Now, we move on with two new challengers featuring the latest songs from George Strait and Dustin Lynch.

Aaron Lewis Set to Take on Thompson Square on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO/POLL]

Thompson Square is now one win away from the Daily Duel Hall of Fame. Another victory would mean their 7th straight win. After getting over 60% of the vote in the last Duel over High Valley, Thompson Square will now take on the latest from Aaron Lewis.

Thompson Square Moves on to Face High Valley on the Daily Duel [AUDIO/POLL]

Thompson Square is going for their 6th straight victory on Danny's Daily Duel. They defeated Jason Aldean's new song in the latest Duel by taking 56% of the vote. Today's challenger is the group High Valley.

Jason Aldean and Friends Ready to Take on Thompson Square [AUDIO/POLL]

It's another victory for Thompson Square on Danny's Daily Duel. That makes four straight for their new song 'If I Didn't Have You'. Today, the challenge will come from Jason Aldean and his latest, 'The Only Way I Know'. This song also features Luke Bryan and Eric Church.

Thompson Square Takes on Sarah Darling on Today’s Daily Duel [AUDIO/POLL]

Thompson Square is going for win number four on today's Daily Duel. The duo will be taking on the new song from Sarah Darling. Remember to vote and to leave your name in the comment section for your chance to win a $50 gift card from Red Lobster! Our most recent winners are Devin Dubose of Tyler, Ginger Whitworth of Chandler, Jennifer Miller of Tyler, Samantha Toliver of Longview, and Kristin Br