The Telegraph
The Premier Blog of the West
February 2012
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02/29/12Trace Adkins Week: The Singer Celebrates a Cute Postal MascotThe country music superstar has kind words for a lovable mutt. Posted at 02:53 PM | Permalink |
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02/29/12'Justified' Episode 7 Recap: 'The Man Behind the Curtain'Recapping the latest episode of FX's modern-day western series. Posted at 02:16 PM | Permalink |
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02/29/12Editor's Pick: Buckle Up with Junk GypsyA whimsical accessory from the Texas store of traveling sisters Amie and Jolie Sikes. Posted at 11:59 AM | Permalink |
02/29/12Wednesday Western: The Muppets in 'Cowboy Time'Fozzie Bear is armed and dangerous -- with loaded pickles. Posted at 10:12 AM | Permalink |
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02/28/12Trace Adkins Week: Tuning Up for the 'Songs & Stories' TourThe country music star and C&I cover guy is planning a different sort of tour Posted at 12:48 PM | Permalink |
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02/28/12Editor's Pick: Rucksack by FilsonThe perfect bag for the traveler who's both adventurous and stylish. Posted at 12:45 PM | Permalink |
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02/28/12Interview With Craig Morgan and a Review of His New Album, 'This Ole Boy'We chat with the country singer about his new record out today, and include a track-by-track review of the release. Posted at 11:09 AM | Permalink |
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02/28/12New Tunes: Feb. 28, 2012Releases from Lyle Lovett, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Amy Ray, Craig Morgan, Green River Ordinance, the White Buffalo, and more. Posted at 09:08 AM | Permalink |
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02/27/12Trace Adkins Week: At Home With C&I's April Cover StarWe kick off our weeklong celebration of the country crooner by asking him about his rustic farm house in Eagleville, Tennessee. Posted at 11:26 AM | Permalink |
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02/27/12'Luck' Episode 5 Recap: 'Some people lie like breathing!'Another week, another race for the HBO series. Posted at 11:15 AM | Permalink |
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02/27/12Watch New Videos by Josh Thompson and Thomas RhettCountry music up-and-comers -- both with loose ties to Jason Aldean -- release very different videos. Posted at 08:39 AM | Permalink |
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02/27/12How to Make That Pie from 'The Help' -- Without the 'Secret' IngredientLast year Food & Wine magazine published the recipe for "Minny's Chocolate Pie." Posted at 06:15 AM | Permalink |
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02/26/12Remembering Johnny CashThe Man in Black would have turned 80 on Feb. 26. He's gone -- but not forgotten. Posted at 07:27 AM | Permalink |
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02/24/12Weekend Playlist: Academy Awards EditionTwenty tunes that were nominated for or won the Best Original Song category. Posted at 01:22 PM | Permalink |
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02/24/12Review of Carrie Underwood's New Single, Which Hit iTunes TodayOne of country's reigning rulers rocks out a little on 'Good Girl.' Posted at 07:59 AM | Permalink |
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02/24/12Oscar Bites: Food Ideas for Sunday's Academy AwardsWe look at the Best Picture nominees and suggest appropriate food pairings for your party guests. Posted at 07:55 AM | Permalink |
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02/23/12Back in the Saddle with 'Comin' At Ya!'The cult-favorite 3-D western returns to theaters in Texas this weekend. Posted at 01:55 PM | Permalink |
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02/23/12Shall We Start the Bidding?Highlights from Heritage Auctions' upcoming Texana signature auction Posted at 09:17 AM | Permalink |
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02/23/12Editor's Pick: Cock of the Walk's New Bomba PumpsTake a break from the boots with these hand-painted pumps. Posted at 09:15 AM | Permalink |
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02/23/12Watch Keith Urban's New Video, 'For You'The Aussie star debuts clip for song from the movie 'Act of Valor.' Also, catch a sneak preview of Carrie Underwood's new single, "Good Girl," which is scheduled to come out this week. Posted at 07:45 AM | Permalink |
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02/22/12Reading List: Titles You Might Have MissedSome western fiction, non-fiction and young adult books from 2011 worth checking out. Posted at 08:31 AM | Permalink |
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02/22/12Watch Pat Green's New Video for 'All Just to Get to You'The Texas dancehall king releases a video for a cover song previously recorded by Bruce Springsteen and Joe Ely. Posted at 08:15 AM | Permalink |
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02/22/12'Justified' Episode 6 Recap: 'When The Guns Come Out'In which Raylan's hat goes missing, and we learn that a bolo is not always a tie. Posted at 08:10 AM | Permalink |
02/22/12Wednesday Western: 'Gunsmoke: The Last Apache'James Arness rides again as Marshal Matt Dillon in this 1990 TV-movie. Posted at 08:09 AM | Permalink |
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02/21/12First Look: 'The Hatfields and McCoys'Kevin Costner, Bill Paxton and Tom Berenger star in the upcoming History Channel miniseries. Posted at 12:49 PM | Permalink |
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02/21/12Help Us Plan Our Western Oscar MenuWe're looking for some Best-Picture-inspired menu items and appetizers. Join us on Facebook and share your ideas. Posted at 12:20 PM | Permalink |
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02/21/12New Tunes: Feb. 21, 2012Americana includes releases by Michael Martin Murphey, the Chieftains, Josh Ritter and the daughter of Rodney Crowell and Roseanne Cash Posted at 09:54 AM | Permalink |
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02/21/12'Luck' Episode 4 Recap: Winners and LosersRosie rides to victory, Jerry plays his cards wrong -- and Ace continues to scheme. Posted at 07:01 AM | Permalink |
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02/21/12Watch Adam Hood's Video for 'Hell of a Fight'The rising Alabama artist is getting increased airplay on CMT with his new clip. Posted at 05:30 AM | Permalink |
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02/17/12Mark Cuban to Dallas' St. Patrick's Day Revelers: Proceed to PartyMavericks owner and entrepreneur shells out cash to save one of his city's wildest and most beloved traditions. Posted at 03:25 PM | Permalink |
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02/17/12Weekend Playlist: Feb. 17, 2012This edition sports tunes by Josh Turner, Randy Travis, Lyle Lovett, Little Big Town, Trisha Yearwood and more. Posted at 03:21 PM | Permalink |
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02/17/12'Deep in the Heart' Opens Around TexasFFA and 4-H hero's story told in new biopic starring Val Kilmer and Jon Gries. Posted at 02:31 PM | Permalink |
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02/17/12Watch Jason Aldean's Lyric Video for 'Fly Over States'The new single from the 'My Kinda Party' album works as an ode to the middle states. Posted at 07:49 AM | Permalink |
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02/16/12Coming This Summer: First Phase of the Johnny Cash Museum in NashvilleInvestors and city officials make Valentine's Day announcement about construction of new museum. Posted at 09:33 AM | Permalink |
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02/15/12'Justified' Episode 5 Recap: 'Thick as Mud'This week on the FX drama: Kidneys are the Cadillac of beans. Posted at 02:30 PM | Permalink |
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02/15/12Three Country Heartthrobs Compete for ACM New Artist PrizeThe contenders are Brantley Gilbert, Hunter Hayes, and Scotty McCreery. Fan voting begins March 9. Posted at 01:30 PM | Permalink |
02/15/12Wednesday Western: 'Jesse James Meets Frankenstein's Daughter'The notorious 1966 B-movie is available for free viewing -- if you dare. Posted at 08:35 AM | Permalink |
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02/14/12A C&I Valentine's Day PlaylistWe mix old and new, lovey-dovey with heartache in our special musical valentine for readers. Posted at 02:47 PM | Permalink |
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02/14/12Watch Taylor Swift's Video for 'Safe and Sound'The superstar and collaborators the Civil Wars debut their clip for the new single from 'The Hunger Games' soundtrack. Posted at 10:22 AM | Permalink |
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02/14/12New Tunes: Feb. 14, 2012We run down releases from Rascal Flatts, JT Hodges, Punch Brothers, Gene Watson, and more. Posted at 09:10 AM | Permalink |
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02/13/12'Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter'20th Century Fox has released the first trailer for its Summer 2012 release. Posted at 01:55 PM | Permalink |
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02/13/12Grammys 2012: Great Moments for Glen Campbell, Civil Wars and MoreCountry artists pick up trophies and perform during a ceremony marked by mourning and tributes. Posted at 08:55 AM | Permalink |
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02/13/12'Luck' Episode 3 Recap: 'Everything in Moderation'Ace continues to plot revenge, but finds himself attracted to a lovely lady. Posted at 08:20 AM | Permalink |
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02/10/12Don't Even Think of Calling These Taters a Side DishGet a sample of what you'd learn to cook at Kent Rollins' Chuckwagon Cooking School. Posted at 01:57 PM | Permalink |
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02/10/12Weekend Playlist, 2-10-12Some Grammy nominees and other modern country greats fill this week's list. Also, a look at the winners in our weeklong Grammy Awards Facebook polling. Posted at 11:16 AM | Permalink |
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02/10/12What Did Jason Aldean Do Before He Was a Country Star?The 'Tattoos On This Town' singer and Grammy nominee tells 'CBS This Morning' what he used to deliver to convenience stores. Posted at 07:55 AM | Permalink |
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02/09/12Must-see Exhibit: Charles M. Russell Watercolors in Fort WorthMore than 100 of the beloved artist's watercolor pieces are on display for a limited time at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. Posted at 09:54 AM | Permalink |
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02/09/12Merle Haggard Feeling Better, Going Back on the RoadA couple of classic tunes to celebrate Merle's return to the road. Posted at 09:50 AM | Permalink |
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02/09/12Miranda Lambert Is Ready for Her Close-upThe outlaw country queen shined in a 'Law & Order: SVU' guest spot. Posted at 07:29 AM | Permalink |
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02/08/12'Justified' Recap: Let's Make A DealLoyalties will be tested, choices will be made, but there's always a price. Posted at 09:49 AM | Permalink |
02/08/12Wednesday Western: 'Stagecoach Run'A special colorized version of the 1936 western starring John Wayne. Posted at 08:10 AM | Permalink |
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02/07/12New Tunes, 2-7-12New stuff from Dierks Bentley, the Fray, Shania Twain, and Ben Kweller, as well as a tribute album for the late Waylon Jennings. Posted at 08:56 AM | Permalink |
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02/07/12Trisha Yearwood Bringing Family Recipes to Food Network SeriesThe country star and wife of Garth Brooks already has two best-selling cookbooks in stores. Posted at 07:55 AM | Permalink |
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02/06/12Thing of Beauty: 'Tough West' Animated ShortFlash animation filmmaker Henrique Barone captures the spirit of old westerns in his cartoon short. Posted at 01:41 PM | Permalink |
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02/06/12'Luck' Episode 2 Recap: The Plot ThickensThe drama proceeds apace on the HBO racetrack series. Posted at 10:57 AM | Permalink |
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02/06/12Watch Chris Young's Acoustic Clip of 'You'The rising country star says the song sounds like the offspring of R&B and a steel guitar. Posted at 07:32 AM | Permalink |
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02/03/12Weekend Playlist, 2-3-12We let our Facebook Faithful pick the tunes this week, and they like everything from Roy Rogers to Bruce Springsteen. Posted at 11:36 AM | Permalink |
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02/03/12Chow Time: Farmgirl Gourmet's Chili Recipes (Just in Time for Super Bowl)Wanna whip up some tasty, belly-warming chili for the big game on Sunday? Heather Scholten of Farmgirl Gourmet has you covered. Posted at 07:30 AM | Permalink |
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02/02/12Watch Nick 13's Video for 'All Alone'The Tiger Army frontman's countrified solo album has yielded a video that's a feast for the eyes. Posted at 01:42 PM | Permalink |
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02/02/12Today in History: Treaty of Guadalupe HidalgoOn Feb. 2, 1848, Mexico signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and ceded its western territories to the U.S. Posted at 10:29 AM | Permalink |
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02/02/12Take the Polar Plunge in OregonYou should always have a reason to jump into icy cold water, and several events in Oregon offer just that - a benefit for the Special Olympics. Posted at 09:45 AM | Permalink |
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02/01/12'Justified' Recap: Get Caught Up on Season 3Each Wednesday, we'll get you caught up on all the twists, turns, and tribulations in Harlan County. Posted at 02:01 PM | Permalink |
02/01/12Wednesday Western: 'To the Last Man'Randolph Scott, Buster Crabbe and Noah Beery appear in this 1933 Western based on a story by Zane Grey. Posted at 09:04 AM | Permalink |
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02/01/12Watch Dustin Lynch's Acoustic Video for 'Cowboys and Angels'The country up-and-comer takes an acoustic approach to his debut single in the new clip. Posted at 07:48 AM | Permalink |
