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How George Jones Wanted to Be Remembered

Billy Dukes — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:55:25 +0000

George Jones was aware of his legacy at least as far back as 2005. That's when he conducted an interview with Taste of Country sister station WGNA in Albany, N.Y. and talked about how he'd like to be remembered. The Possum considered the good and bad of how he'd lived and summed it up for his audience.

Academy of Country Music Honors George Jones With Heartfelt Tribute Video

Megan Pacella — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:00:36 +0000

In honor of George Jones‘ illustrious country music career, the Academy of Country Music put together a short reel of the Possum’s best moments at the ACM Awards. The clip honors Jones’ ACM wins and most memorable performances from the 1970s and 1980s. Perhaps the most touching moment of the two-minute collection comes when Jones [...]

Watch Alan Jackson Perform 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' at George Jones' Funeral

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:00:57 +0000

Country superstar Alan Jackson closed out George Jones' funeral service in Nashville last Thursday with a fitting version of 'He Stopped Loving Her Today.' Now, the Grand Ole Opry has placed the video online for fans to enjoy.

George Jones Fans Share Their Favorite Memories of the Singer

Billy Dukes — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:05 +0000

George Jones‘ death has sent millions of country music fans searching through old photographs and memories to revisit a time when they fell under the spell of the Possum. The ‘He Stopped Loving Her Today’ hitmaker — who died at age 81 on April 26 — left a mark on every pair of ears his [...]

George Jones' Final Concert Will Still Go On

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:30:09 +0000

In an unexpected twist on the old notion that the show must go on, country legend George Jones‘ star-studded farewell concert — which was scheduled for Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on November 22 — will still take place as planned. In Jones’ absence, the once-in-a-lifetime all-star roster that he had assembled will get together to celebrate [...]

Keith Richards on George Jones: 'He Was Pure American Music'

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:00:32 +0000

Of all of the accolades and remembrances that have poured in about George Jones since the singer's passing on (April 26), none is more unexpected -- or genuinely touching -- than that of Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards.

George Jones' Album Sales Skyrocket After His Death

Christina Vinson — Sun, 05 May 2013 15:15:43 +0000

The iconicÂ George JonesÂ was laid to rest in Nashville Thursday (May 2), but he will not be forgotten. In the week following his death, Jones’ album sales have increased a whopping 1000 %, which is a sweet tribute to the singer’s phenomenal influence on country music.Â According toÂ Billboard,Â Â the ‘White Lightning’ hitmaker is selling albums like crazy, [...]

Brad Paisley Writes Personal Essay About Friendship With George Jones

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 04 May 2013 14:45:42 +0000

Brad Paisley tweeted a touching tribute to the late George Jones last week, immediately after The Possum's passing. Now, the singer has penned an essay, detailing both his appreciation for and his friendship with Jones, which was published by Billboard.

Family, Friends and Fans Come Together for George Jones' Funeral – Pictures

Billy Dukes — Fri, 03 May 2013 15:00:27 +0000

George Jones was laid to rest on Thursday (May 2). After a nearly three-hour-long celebration of his life at the Grand Ole Opry, the country legend was buried during a service at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Nashville. It was an emotional day, but not one without a few smiles -- and even bursts of laughter -- as friends, family and fans shared memories of the Possum.

George Jones' Widow Recounts Singer's Final Hours

Billy Dukes — Thu, 02 May 2013 15:30:02 +0000

The wife of the late George Jones has opened up for the first time about how the legendary singer spent his last days and hours before his death on April 26. Nancy Jones says the family knew his health was fading fast, but they chose to keep it quiet as not to worry friends, fans and family.

Westboro Baptist Church to Picket George Jones' Funeral

Christina Vinson — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:50:24 +0000

Westboro Baptist Church has announced that they will picket the funeral of country great George Jones, which is to be held Thursday (May 2) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.Â The organization — which many rightfully refer to as a hate group — calls Jones a “drunkard,” saying he “used his talent to [...]

George Jones' Funeral to Be Televised, Streamed Online

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:27 +0000

The funeral for legendary country singer George Jones will be televised, streamed online and aired on radio. The service, which takes place on Thursday (May 2) at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, will feature tribute performances by a number of country stars and will air live on GAC, CMT and more from 11AM [...]

Toby Keith Pays Tribute to George Jones at Stagecoach

Christina Vinson — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 20:00:02 +0000

Toby Keith gave a fantastic performance at the Stagecoach Country Music Festival the same day that his old friend George Jones sadly passed away at the age of 81. Halfway through his set, the singer paid tribute to the iconic entertainer in a heartfelt way.

George Jones' Cause of Death Revealed

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:00:21 +0000

The legendary George Jones passed away last Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, leaving behind a towering musical legacy of more than five decades. Now, the iconic entertainer’s cause of death has been revealed. Medical Daily reports that Jones died of hypoxic respiratory failure, a condition that occurs when there is too little [...]

George Jones' Funeral Service Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:32:36 +0000

The details for George Jones' funeral service have been announced. The iconic country singer will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 2 in Nashville. In an honor fit for such a legendary talent, Jones' funeral will take place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tenn. To accommodate the enormous outpouring of fan support, the service will be open to the public.

Brad Paisley on George Jones: 'The Greatest Voice Country Music Will Ever Know'

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:26:36 +0000

Brad Paisley offered one of the most touching and heartfelt tributes to the late George Jones, who passed away on Friday, April 26 at the age of 81. Paisley issued his "in memoriam" style statement via Twitter, calling the singer "the greatest voice country music will ever know" and "one of the greatest friends you could ever have."

George Jones In Memoriam (1931-2013)

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:30:51 +0000

When country music legend George Jones passed away Friday (April 26) at the age of 81, he left behind a rich musical legacy that has rarely been equaled -- matched only by a life story filled with more triumph and heartbreak than the greatest country song ever written.

George Jones Photo Album – Stars Share Their Favorite Pictures With the Possum

Billy Dukes — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:09:50 +0000

Meeting George Jones was a career highlight for almost every country singer. Even legends like Randy Travis and Reba McEntire treasure the photos they have with the singer. Today, stars have been sharing their favorite moments with Jones, who died at the age of 81 years old this morning.

Learn the Story Behind George Jones' 'He Stopped Loving Her Today'

Megan Pacella — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 19:45:13 +0000

Whether or not you agree that George Jones' 1980 hit 'He Stopped Loving Her Today' is the greatest country song of all time, we can all probably agree on one thing: The song is Jones' most famous hit. And there's a reason why the mournful ballad is so heart-wrenching -- it was recorded at one of the Possum's lowest points.

Keith Urban Sings Musical Tribute to George Jones

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:00:14 +0000

Keith Urban offered his musical tribute to George Jones, who passed away today (April 26) at the age of 81. While seated at and playing a white piano, Urban sang a few bars of Jones' 'He Stopped Loving Her Today,' which is largely regarded as one of the most important country songs ever.