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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 Opens Up About Living With Alzheimer's and the 'Mistakes' He Knows He'll Make

Alanna Conaway — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:00:09 +0000

Last summer, the world was saddened by the news that legendary country star Glen Campbell was in the beginning stages of his battle with Alzheimer’s. Rather than laying low and disappearing from the music scene, Campbell announced a full-blown tour as his way to say thank you to his loyal fans throughout the years.

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

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:59:35 +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.

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.”

The Songwriters Hall of Fame Taps Garth Brooks!

Jackson — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 23:18:59 +0000

These Guys write the songs that make the whole world sing. (Don’t PANIC! We are not talking about Barry Manilow. Garth Brooks has been announced as one the this year’s inductees into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Garth Brooks is best known as a performer, his songwriting credits include his No. 1 hits “If Tomorrow Never Comes,” [...]

Glen Campbell Plans Final Album, Farewell Tour

Jackson — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 23:15:50 +0000

The RhineStone Cowboy Glen Campbell, is reportedly ready to tip his hat and bid fans farewell this summer. Glen, one of the most successful pop-country crossover acts of the ’60s and ’70s,whose classic hits include ‘Gentle on My Mind,’ ‘Wichita Lineman’ and ‘Rhinestone Cowboy’. According to Billboard Country Update is putting the finishing touches on [...]