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DVD review: "Walt Disney Animation Collection Vol. 4-6" May 29, 2009 | Comment on this article

From Friday’s Weekend Look section of The Oklahoman. “Walt Disney Animation Collection: Classic Short Films Vol. 4-6″ In April, Disney launched a new DVD series mining its archives for classic short films with three volumes. Now, Volumes 4-6 in the “Walt Disney Animation Collection” have been... Read More

"George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade All Star Concert" notches big ratings

May 28, 2009 The man of the hour smiles during the “George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade All Star Concert.” The concert aired Wednesday to big ratings. (Associated Press photo) The TV special “George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade All Star Concert” helped CBS win Wednesday night in viewership, according to a... Read More

Rock Cafe, historic Route 66 landmark, to reopen in Stroud, Oklahoma

May 28, 2009 The Rock Cafe in Stroud was damaged in a fire last spring but will re-open Friday. (Photo by Paul B. Southerland/The Oklahoman Archives) Sally Carrera from “Cars” ... Read More

Blake Shelton reveals his 10 favorite George Strait songs

May 27, 2009 Blake Shelton George Strait Oklahoma country star Blake Shelton recently shared his 10 favorite George Strait songs with CMT.com. The Tishomingo resident currently is on tour with Strait, whom he considers one of his musical heroes. Shelton, a native of Ada, also will be featured on tonight’s “George... Read More

BAM's 7 favorite George Strait songs

May 27, 2009 It’s George Strait Day today on BAM’s Blog. As I’ve previously noted, the festivities are in conjunction with CBS’ broadcast at 7 p.m. of ”George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade All Star Concert.” The show will celebrate the Academy of Country Music naming Strait the Artist of the Decade... Read More

George Strait Day on BAM's Blog

May 27, 2009 George Strait (Associated Press photo) In conjunction with tonight’s TV special “George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade,” I’ve declared it George Strait Day here on BAM’s Blog. I’ll be bringing you video of some of Strait’s memorable performances, photos and stories on the talented “King of... Read More

George Strait's new single "Living for the Night" coming to country radio Thursday

May 27, 2009 “Living for the Night,” the debut single from George Strait’s upcoming album “Twang,” will be available to radio stations across the country at noon Oklahoma time Thursday via PLAY MPE. “Twang” is set to be released in early fall, according to GeorgeStrait.com. Strait was recently... Read More

Photo gallery: "George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade All Star Concert"

May 27, 2009 George Strait is all smiles at the “George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade” concert. The taped show will air tonight. (All photos Associated Press) The Academy of Country Music’s big salute to George Strait will air at 7 tonight on CBS (KWTV-9 in Oklahoma City). Read More

Wednesday Video Spotlight: George Strait

May 27, 2009 George Strait Country Music Hall of Famer George Strait will be honored as the Academy of Country Music’s Artist of the Decade for the 2000s tonight on CBS (KWTV-9 in Oklahoma City). “George Strait: ACM Artist of the Decade All Star Concert” will air at 7 tonight. Read More

Kristin Chenoweth, other presenters announced for 2009 Tony Awards

May 26, 2009 Kristin Chenoweth Oklahoma native Kristin Chenoweth is among the many presenters announced today for the 2009 Tony Awards. According to a CBS news release, Lucie Arnaz, Kate Burton, Jeff Daniels, Hope Davis, Edie Falco, Will Ferrell, Carrie Fisher, Jane Fonda, Hallie Foote, James Gandolfini, Lauren... Read More

Video: David Cook on "Jimmy Fallon" May 26, 2009 You need to a flashplayer enabled browser to view this YouTube video “American Idol” Season 7 winner David Cook, who lived in Tulsa while starting his music career, performed Monday night on “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.” Cook performed “Come Back to Me,” the latest single off his self-titled... Read More

New releases

May 26, 2009 All 43 episodes of the 1970s sci-fi children’s series “Land of the Lost” are available today in an eight-disc DVD set. The series was created and produced by the legendary Sid and MartyKrofft, who also were the wacky minds behind “H.R. Read More

Queen's Brian May wants to work with "Idol" runner-up Adam Lambert

May 24, 2009 Adam Lambert performs with Brian May of Queen during the “American Idol” finale. (FOX photo) Despite rumors about his possible spot as heir apparent to the late, great Freddy Mercury, Adam Lambert has not been offered a spot as the new lead singer of Queen. Read More

Photo gallery: "American Idol" finale

May 21, 2009 Kris Allen, center, reacts as Ryan Seacrest, right, names him the new “American Idol.” Adam Lambert is this year’s runner-up. (Associated Press photos) Kris Allen was crowned the “American Idol” champ Wednesday night on FOX. The Arkansas crooner beat out judges’ favorite Adam Lambert of San... Read More

Carrie Underwood performs on "Idol"; finale is tonight

May 20, 2009 Carrie Underwood performs “Home Sweet Home” Tuesday on “American Idol.” (Photos provided by FOX/distributed by Associated Press) Oklahoma native Carrie Underwood returned to “American Idol” Tuesday to perform this season’s farewell song, “Home Sweet Home.” Checotah’s favorite daughter rocked... Read More

Kris Allen wins "American Idol"

May 20, 2009 Kris Allen performs Tuesday on “American Idol” (FOX photo/distributed by Associated Press) For the second straight year, “American Idol” voters passed over the judges’ favorite finalist and awarded the reality TV title to the underdog. Folksy, well-scrubbed, stubbled Kris Allen of Conway, Ark., was... Read More

Got Guy? Food Network personality travels around Oklahoma

May 19, 2009 Guy Fieri at Ingrid’s Kitchen in Oklahoma City (Photo by Paul B. Southerland/The Oklahoman) Guy Fieri, host of the entertaining Food Network show “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives,” has spent the last few days in Oklahoma filming at several restaurants for upcoming episodes of “Triple D.” My family –... Read More

Carrie Underwood to sing on "American Idol" tonight; Keith Urban and Steve Martin performing Wednesday

May 19, 2009 Carrie Underwood (Associated Press photo) Just a reminder: Oklahoma native Carrie Underwood will perform on “American Idol” tonight. The show airs from 7 to 8 p.m. on FOX (KOKH-25 in Oklahoma City). The Season 4 “Idol” winner, four-time Grammy Award winner, and 2009 Academy of Country... Read More

New releases

May 19, 2009 Eminem Steve Martin (Associated Press photo) Rapper Eminem returns to music with his first album of five years, “Relapse,” while Steve Martin releases his debut music album today. Eminem has spent the last few years out of the spotlight, dealing with a drug addiction, failed marriage and death of his... Read More

BAM's Country Music Minute: Carrie Underwood, CMT Music Awards and more May 18, 2009 This week’s video includes news about Carrie Underwood, the 2009 CMT Music Awards and more. Give it a look. -BAM Read More

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