The Telegraph
The Premier Blog of the West
January 2012
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01/31/12HBO wants more 'Luck'After airing just one episode of "Luck," HBO has opted to order a second season of the hot new drama. Posted at 01:20 PM | Permalink |
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01/31/12Some East-West Food Pairings in Honor of New Texas Rangers Pitcher Yu DarvishThe Texas Rangers signee ate steak and lobster during his get-to-know-you dinner with Nolan Ryan. We recommend a few more dishes for Yu (and you). Posted at 11:06 AM | Permalink |
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01/31/12New Tunes, 1-31-12Fresh releases from Miranda and Blake, Jack White, Jessie James, Ruthie Foster, and more. Posted at 08:19 AM | Permalink |
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01/30/12Happy Anniversary, Masked Man!Seventy-nine years ago today, the Lone Ranger began his career as a straight-shootin' hero. Posted at 01:34 PM | Permalink |
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01/30/12Oliveira Conquers Buckey in PBR Bucking BattleInaugural superstar matchups in Sacramento aired this weekend on NBC. Posted at 11:53 AM | Permalink |
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01/30/12Watch Shooter Jennings' New VideoThe son of Waylon drifts away from his rockin' rebel ways for more introspective country fare on the upcoming album 'Family Man.' Posted at 11:17 AM | Permalink |
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01/30/12'Luck' Episode 1 Recap: And They're Off!For the benefit of those who tuned in late: Here's the scoop on the pilot episode of the new HBO series. Posted at 09:39 AM | Permalink |
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01/27/12Weekend Playlist, 1-27-12In this edition, we celebrate rodeo with Chris LeDoux and go out drinkin' with the Little Willies, among others. Posted at 11:16 AM | Permalink |
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01/27/12Weekend TV: Perry guns for 'Justice,' Hoffman tries his 'Luck'We're not just horsing around when we tell you about two prime attractions on TV this weekend. Posted at 10:29 AM | Permalink |
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01/27/12You Said It: Facebook Fans Pick Their PoisonSome ideas from readers on their favorite mixed drinks and adult beverages. Posted at 08:23 AM | Permalink |
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01/26/12Rodeo Roundup: Fort Worth Updates, Bucking Battle on TVThe top riders in the world are pitted against the top bulls. And it's all on network TV. Posted at 01:35 PM | Permalink |
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01/26/12Our Tim McGraw Winner, and the Latest on ACM NodsAll she had to do was "like" us on Facebook and leave a comment. Now, she's getting 'Emotional Traffic.' Posted at 07:40 AM | Permalink |
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01/25/12Join Us on Pinterest!We'll be pinning our own stories and style recommendations, and repinning choice finds from our followers. Posted at 01:08 PM | Permalink |
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01/25/12Thing of Beauty: Yosemite Time-lapse VideoTwo photographers shot for weeks to put the stunning project together. Posted at 10:47 AM | Permalink |
01/25/12Wednesday Western: 'Chino'Charles Bronson rides tall as a beleaguered horse rancher in this 1973 Italian-produced Western. Posted at 06:39 AM | Permalink |
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01/24/12On the Scene: Loretta Lynn's Dallas StopThe country legend just kicked off a monthslong tour of weekend stops at arts theaters and casinos. Posted at 03:31 PM | Permalink |
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01/24/12Oscar Nominations: A Slew for 'War Horse,' a Snub for 'Buck'Steven Spielberg's epic drama lands six nominations, while the real-life horse whisperer doc fails to make the documentary category cut. Posted at 10:19 AM | Permalink |
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01/24/12New Tunes, 1-24-12 (and a Giveaway!)Country and Americana artists releasing CDs this week include Tim McGraw, Kellie Pickler, and First Aid Kit. Posted at 08:51 AM | Permalink |
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01/23/12Bryan, Church to Get Vegas Ready for ACMUp-and-coming heartthrobs will play the Fremont Street Experience in March. Posted at 01:04 PM | Permalink |
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01/23/12'Like' Us on Facebook and Share Your Favorite Cowboy CocktailWhat ingredients do you put together for a perfectly strong, cowboy-approved mixed drink? Share your ideas on Facebook, and we'll report back here. Posted at 08:21 AM | Permalink |
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01/20/12Weekend Playlist, 1-20-12In this edition, we've got music from Zac Brown Band, David Nail, Joe Nichols, the O's, and Emmylou Harris Posted at 11:04 AM | Permalink |
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01/20/12Chow Time: Miss in the Kitchen’s Steak BitesWyoming food blogger Milisa Armstrong recommends a meal fit for a hungry cowboy Posted at 09:31 AM | Permalink |
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01/19/12A Birthday Playlist for Dolly PartonThe singing and acting legend turned 66 this week, and we've got a collection of many of her songs for your enjoyment. Posted at 09:21 AM | Permalink |
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01/19/12Tantalizing Travel: A Night at the OpryGaylord Opryland Resort's offering a flash sale on a music-and-lodging package deal. Posted at 08:16 AM | Permalink |
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01/18/12Watch First Aid Kit's Video for 'Emmylou'Swedish sisterly duo has a serious jones for the West Posted at 09:22 AM | Permalink |
01/18/12Wednesday Western: 'Ballad of a Gunfighter'Country music star Marty Robbins saddles up for action in this 1964 Western. Posted at 07:31 AM | Permalink |
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01/17/12New Tunes, 1-17-12A quick take on some of the week's fresh country and Americana music Posted at 08:27 AM | Permalink |
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01/16/12Video Break: Eli Young Band's New Clip'Even If It Breaks Your Heart' Got a Much Hyped Premiere on CMT Last Week Posted at 10:05 AM | Permalink |
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01/16/12Looking For a Few Good Stallions?Bidding Ends Soon In the Online Breeding Auction Benefiting the National Youth Cutting Horse Association Posted at 09:12 AM | Permalink |
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01/13/12On the Scene: Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame CeremonyLyle Lovett and other Lone Star icons were inducted in to the hall at a Fort Worth ceremony on Jan. 12, 2012. The event's MC, Pam Minick, sends along some pictures and notes from the event. Posted at 12:49 PM | Permalink |
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01/13/1244 years of 'Folsom Prison'Johnny Cash recorded his iconic performances on Friday, Jan. 13, 1968. Posted at 09:20 AM | Permalink |
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01/13/12You Said It: Our Facebook Fans’ Ideal Cowboy BreakfastsWe asked our Facebook fans what they'd throw in their skillets, and their responses made us very hungry. Posted at 08:02 AM | Permalink |
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01/12/12Lyle Lovett Among Inductees for Texas Cowboy Hall of FameThe singer-songwriter and a few other Texans will be honored for their contributions to rodeo and Western culture. Posted at 01:01 PM | Permalink |
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01/12/12‘Like’ Us On Facebook and Describe Your Ideal Cowboy BreakfastYou read that right. We’re letting our intense hunger guide us this morning, and we need ideas for the perfect cowboy breakfast. Add our Facebook feed (click here) to your wall by giving us a "like." Tell us all the ingredients that you'd throw into the skillet (or directly on the fire, for the truly rustic approach). The wilder, the better. And don’t forget the salsa. We'll be putting some of the ideas up on the blog very soon, provided we're not busy driving toward the nearest campfire, skillet in hand. Posted at 10:48 AM | Permalink |
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01/11/12Tantalizing Travel: Skiing and More at Montana's 320 Guest RanchThe Big Sky destination offers "Ski & Stay" packages that might be ideal for an active honeymoon. Posted at 09:53 AM | Permalink |
01/11/12Wednesday Western: 'Gunfighters'Randolph Scott tries to hang up his guns — but a man's got to do what a man's got to do. Posted at 12:05 AM | Permalink |
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01/10/12New Tunes, 1-10-12A quick take on some of the week's fresh country and Americana music Posted at 11:45 AM | Permalink |
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01/09/12Miranda Lambert booked for 'Law & Order: SVU'The outlaw country queen is set to make her dramatic debut on her favorite TV show. Posted at 09:46 PM | Permalink |
01/09/12Billy the Kid rides again for 'American Experience'Documentary portraits of Western icons will kick off the new season of the PBS series. Posted at 08:22 PM | Permalink |
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01/09/12Houston Rodeo Releases Full Music LineupAlabama, Zac Brown Band, Alan Jackson, Brad Paisley, Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert and more among headliners Posted at 10:49 AM | Permalink |
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01/06/12Louise Serpa, 1925-2012Celebrated rodeo photographer dies at age 86 Posted at 09:46 AM | Permalink |
01/04/12Wednesday Western: 'Texas Rangers'Dylan McDermott, James Van Der Beek and Alfred Molina star in this rousingly old-fashioned 2001 Western. Posted at 02:01 AM | Permalink |
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01/03/12New Cookbook for the New Year"Stable to Table" adds fun, flair, to equestrian entertaining Posted at 10:53 AM | Permalink |







































