I like what I like. For Texas country fans you have the Turnpike Troubadours, Cody Jinks, Jack Ingram, Stoney LaRue, William Clark Green, and the Randy Rogers Band. They dont play Carrie Underwood and the only Brad P. song they play was his college football themed song. March 5, 2017 @ Maybe hell will freeze over, too. You know what that means. March 5, 2017 @ Former Ranch Fan March 6, 2017 @ It annoys me to no end when people dont like a song simply because they havent heard it before. The point is, the song doesnt fit their original format. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. Im about an hour and a half north of you. Why. Lets ALL drive grey Corollas . Country maybe. Fans were left puzzled when they noticed a slight change in Garage Squad season 6. This format sounds very similar to BOB 106.1 in Minnesota. So would Townes and Stevie Ray and Buddy Holly and Janis Joplin. Married to the love of my life: @chris_p_ratt Instagram: @heatherbelly . And I also recall that political and cultural conservatives seemed to be a big part of mainstream countrys fan base in the years after 9/11, but less so today. Shayne Hollinger I find this change to be extremely disappointing and hypocritical; and their excuses for doing it are total bullshit. To argue otherwise shows you never listened to the station. I just wish they would come right out and call this what it really is, a money grab. I think many of us have thought that before the change. So yes, they will change the station after Dierks. March 5, 2017 @ As an example, often when mainstream stars put out terrible singles, much of their fan base complains. I knew where to find those other artists if I wanted to listen to them. 2:53 pm. This uproar is giving them free publicity for the format change which will have a greater negative impact on the playlist than just walking away. Support Texas ladies on Texas radio! Dr. White's research program focuses on the health and nutrition of dairy cows during the transition period and is centered on hepatic and whole-animal nutrient partitioning and metabolism. Oh, I live in Nashville, and you are pretty correct, as WSMs AM channel *is* pretty close to what I was talking about. Fans are so furious over the move, they have hammered The Ranchs social media accounts with complaints, filled the stations message board with missives of discontent, someone has set up a Facebook page boycotting the station, and program director/DJ Shayne Hollinger has even received threats of violence from angry listeners. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of follow-up comments via e-mail. Heather White | Austin TX She reappeared in July after marrying her husband, Thomas Zban, in June. Adding a little Americana and some classic rock, and even a 10-year-old Brad Paisley song might chase away some of the pop. March 6, 2017 @ But I do have a life and didnt want to spend my entire Saturday/Sunday compiling a 200-plus playlist. You tube and itunes serves me well. I dont believe that for a second. March 11, 2017 @ 10:44 pm. The biggest problem with mainstream country radio is that its nearly all pop/bro/AC country..essentially its a diversity problem. This comes from someone that has listened to the Ranch from 5am till 3-4 pm 5 days a week for past 10+ years. Some things are better left unfixed. Best station ever! Former Ranch Fan The. You guys in the Ft. Worth area seem to have it a lot better than us up here. I guess 4% isnt that big of a change. A station like this would be awesome to have up here. January 16, 2023, 09:26 PM. The only reason Music Row hasnt moved on is because theyre relied on radio for so long, they know no other way forward. Yes, the producers did her dirty, but it had to be for a reason. I appreciated The Ranch as an alternative to 105.3 The Red Dirt Rebel because I could hear Corb Lund (Im sure hes out of rotation now), Jason Isbell, and Sturgill Simpson on The Ranch. 2:44 pm. March 5, 2017 @ There is no definite reason as to why Heather was cut out of the show, but viewers did feel bad knowing producers made her come all that way just to be edited out. The statement further added that Joe Zolper and Bruno Massel returned for the new season, but Heather Storm would be leaving the show. Shows by these artists sell out all the time up here. Just Remember what RWH says What you wont find up in Heaven are 137 Comments. March 5, 2017 @ They may give the station a listen because of Dierks, Miranda and Maren Morris and go on to discover TPT, Sturgill and Cody Jinks. Theyre complaining about Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, etc. Seriously? Garnering a devout following in Ft. Worth and beyond via their web stream, The Ranch is considered an institution of the independent country world for the scores of devoted listeners who tune in every day, and the artists who enjoy airtime that most other country radio stations would never consider giving to such artists. Unfortunately, I do not have a snapshot of the old playlist pre format change to make a direct comparison, but someone correct me if Im wrong in saying it was not out of the ordinary to hear Lynyrd Skynrd or other classic rock previously. However, in 2021, serial killer Ryan Chamberlain received a letter from a Heather W, who claimed to be his biggest fan. Far more listeners DESERVE to be exposed to more than the cannon fodder they are settling for . It also alleged that publishing company Simon Books is likely to get a portion of Betty White's inheritance. And for those boneheads that threaten violence, Id say buy your own station. Robert St Former Ranch Fan You are fake news. Honest music DESERVES airplay and we all deserve to be respected as adults by stations with the reach and power to define culture . Place the cutting in the hole and gently pat down the soil around the stem. I understand, to many Texas country and Americana fans, Brad Paisley still represents putting ketchup on a $48.00 steak. They have always played The Pistol Annies. But I also think a little context is needed with this concern. 12:27 pm. Otherwise, its all your usual suspects. Not much of variety up here in central Illinois, 99% of the country stations play literally the same shit everyday. Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys Ida Red Per page: 15 30 50. Bryan Cranston gives his take on Breaking Bad 's finale; specifically, Walter White's decision to leave behind the watch Jesse Pinkman (Aaron Paul) gave him for his 51st birthday. Sturgill Simpson, Kacey Musgraves, Jason Isbell, Waylon, Willie, Merle, Nikki Lane, Miranda Lambert, Uncle Tupelo and so much more! Saving Country Music ( choice ) means supporting independence of spirit , diversity , tradition , the art and power of the song , the talents of people striving to be more , supporting and respecting honest inspiration , and the authenticity of folks dedicated to inspiring . March 9, 2017 @ The problem Texans have is not that The Ranch promoted and took pride in not playing that stuff, now they are backing off that stance but still flying the Texas music flag. since Im not a pretentious hickster snob, I wouldnt mind that they put sort of decent mainstream country (no bro country thou) and maybe classic rock songs a little bit here and there in the playlist to make some other audiences to feel welcome, hey we might get them into some really great music they havent discovered yet! TRuck, Whiskey, & women I love all three, but you can only take that as the theme of your music for so long, not to mention that these ignorant fools are mixing in Rock & Roll guitar licks, the rock rhythms from the drummers, and guys who wear Cowboy hats like they a part of a uniform. All Ive ever wanted was a seat at the table (including award shows). She claimed in court documents he pushed her and hit her in the attack. Trigger That was the impact of great music & a great station had now that impact is somewhat diluted like adding coke to 20 yr old whiskey, you can do it but why? I use Outlaw Nations app a lot as well, although it seems glitchy at times and seems to get a bit repeative after a while. Also Dierks as best of mainstream, hahahhaa, he used to be, but not sure anybody has sold out harder lately. The popular MotorTrend Network's show is all about car make-overs, and it features the best talents, including the host. #NotMyRanch. As per Page Six, Kelly Dodd said that Heather left in 2017 " because she had too much 'ego' after being demoted ". Bill Turner That is why radio stations stunt when they change their formats in the first place. Below Deck fans are disappointed and furious at Chase because she lied. Angelo Rinaldi But They play Sturgill more than anyone in Texas. Even though there are still some 90s songs mixed in here and there, for the most part if its more than 10 years old it doesnt get played. Give me Eric Church any day. Anngelle Wood exits as a weekend host at WZLX and 101.1 WGIR-FM Manchester NH. BwareDWare94 Former Ranch Fan But they mostly play the same crap that most of the big commercial mainstream country stations play. I like & listen classic country, western swing, TX & red dirt. Explore. March 5, 2017 @ Their playlist was mostly the same pop country commercial fare as well, though at least they would redeem themselves with a classic country program for a few hours on Sundays, Id hear the occasional Loretta Lynn or George Jones song on the drive back from the Sierra but that was 5-10 years ago. As far as I can tell its core audience has become less rural since the end of the neo trad movement in the early 1990s. Do I like every song we play? Heather Thomson looked back on her time on The Real Housewives of New York City during a new interview. Im not from the area but I could see how they would be upset. Because I see the number of people against this format change far outweigh those who are for it on social media and on their streaming app. Tap the brakes, it wasnt a critique/insult, I literally was wondering if some of those slipped past ya. Heather changed her name to Cheryl at the end of Silent Hill 3. . "The reality . TEN. Its the best station and they stay very true to who they are. I like ZBB, the Avett Brothers. She appeared in 22 episodes in total, giving fans plenty of time to learn her . If so, hopefully the sharks smelling mainstream blood will win. Heather White Radio personality, J.D., Mom.probably not in that order. I am streaming this at work right now and theyre playing Merle, so its a pretty big win so far. I banned the Ranch a year ago when I counted that out of a playlist of 200 songs, they played TEN by women. Either way, you tell them to F-Off, and hang up the phone. specifically.. Streets of Bakersfield, Highway 40 Blues, and High Cost of Living may have been mainstream back catalogue inclusions, as well. And it was never close to 50%. Daisy whereabouts are just unknown after being released from the psychiatric hospital. We saw this with Carrie Underwoods Somethin Bad and Jason Aldeans Burnin It Down. Yet the songs still get to #1 because a silent majority will listen to whatever the radio serves them, no matter what. Part and parcel as to why Radio is such a mess anymore. As well, in late 2019 Heather and Erica Schrull started the project "2 Car Girls Cruise Cali", a month-long road trip along California's most . But this is the reason country music these days marks a dividing line of the culture war. But its still worth noting that 98% of the country would kill for a playlist like this from a local radio station. Hats off to Ben Ryan. 7:16 am. This is supposedly the origin of the tradition for brides to carry a sprig of white heather in their bouquet to bring them good luck in their marriage. Inconsistency by an artist , a club or a restaurant ends up alienating and even pissing off prospective customers who like to know what they can expect. KRTY has been around for a long time, and was supposed to be an independent station. Burnes has 13 years of radio experience with 6 producing the morning show. 2:24 pm. Thursday, September 02, 2021 at 2:05 PM by Simon Ayub. March 5, 2017 @ Fuck this. Heather White joined the show in 2008 and the trio moved to KVET-FM in 2013. As a frequent KOKE listener, I have literally never heard them play Luke Bell. Its starts out pretty typicalTurnpike of course, shifts to Reckkess Kelly, Sturgill, Ryan Beaver, Cody Jinksthen whoaan old Brantley Gilbert song sandwiched in between Rob Baird, and The Casey Donahue Bandat first it threw me off, but then I realized it was actually a nice change of pace. This is why I think fans of The Ranch do have a right to be concerned. This is partly because for years The Ranch has been such a pristine gem, staunchly ignoring current trends and Top 40 hits, so even including one Dierks Bentley song every other hour is an affront to the entire institution to these listeners. Radio tries to create an attractive vehicle youll love but it never gets down the road until you put some gas in the gas tank (aka the money from advertising). The point is all Texas, all the time is a ridiculous argument against Whiskey Lullaby given the format of the Ranch. I absolutely love some of the stuff I hear on The Rebel that I wont hear anywhere else. And the storylines were sort of, you know, heading in different directions. In the end, Heather said that she wished that her stint with the show lasted longer than it did. According to Mark Long of the Associated Press, the decision shows how bad the relationship between coach and school had become over the past years. Bravo Insider has your exclusive first look at the December 19 episode in which Heather introduces us to her older brother, Tyler. This is my town and my station. The problem is that for the last 10 years or so we had a BETTER (in my opinion) radio station than what we are peft with now. But lets be honest here about the motivations behind this format change by 95.9 The Ranch: MONEY. Have to say that Wide Open Country on WYRK still gets played in my house on Saturday mornings, though. Might as well be 95.9 Jack FM now. Just ask any club or any band from any genre thats played a club that changes up their music genres every other week ..and I know theres a lot of players who relate to this . I live on the outskirts of the San Francisco Bay Area. However, I feel like more stations were beginning to copy what the Ranch was trying to do. No Steve Miller? Thats not a bad playlist by any means, at least if the sample here is anything to go by. On 1st April 2019, Discovery had a press release in which they announced that Garage Squad would be returning for season six. Im not feeling very positive about this change. They changed the format back days ago. March 5, 2017 @ Kacey Musgraves Dime Store Cowgirl Even with a height of 5ft 7ins, Heather became a model due to her well-toned body and vital statistics of 32-24-35. Twitter: @heatherbelly Instagram: @heatherbelly TikTok:@Heatherbelly This is my public page. Another independent project that Heather is involved with is "Man Seeks Adventure", a podcast she co-hosts alongside the automotive designer Dave Marek and the entrepreneur Brad Fanshaw. Wayde and Heather King starred on Animal Planet's Tanked. I understand the emotional vestment we have in the influencers we follow. I can see the reasoning to pluck the feathers and boil the tar because it sounds like it was pretty fricken awesome at one point. Cool to see another fellow northern Ohio person on here! Depending on my mood its sometimes what I even want to hear. March 5, 2017 @ Gotta say I always really loved Gary Allans Smoke Rings in the Dark., Trying to be all things to all people whether this is an artists approach to their music making or a radio stations approach to their programming is NEVER a good thing when it comes to finding and keeping a discerning listener . Maybe one of the three local country stations could implement it. I was wondering when youd cover this issue. San Antonio country radio blows syphilitic goats, with the exception of KKYX (680 AM/104.9 FM). 4:13 pm. Listen To Podcasts That Examine The Passion, Perseverance, And Power Of Black Culture! Just saw Sturgill S. and Jason I. on this list. 2016 Speaker. Showbiz Cheatsheet reported in 2020 that Tamra Judge also thought . I couldnt tell you when the last time I listened to it for more than five minutes was. Aaron Watson Clear Isabel They replaced the Red Dirt pop with some of the better mainstream stuff. Ive done articles on the subject. On my pandora station I have a massive mix (including rap, rock, americana etc), but it includes mainstream country. Duh? In October 2022, Olivia was . And though its painful to say it, all the bellyaching by hardcore listeners still may not outweigh the gains the radio station could receive by the slight change in the format.