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Love Unleashed Tour
The Love Unleashed Tour is the eighth headlining concert tour by American recording artist, Martina McBride. The tour was launched in support of McBride's thirteenth studio album, ''Reckless (Martina McBride album), Reckless''. The tour played nearly 40 concerts in the United States and Canada. Background The tour was announced in August 2016. McBride was in the middle of wrapping up a summer festival outing, which would immediately lead into the tour. The singer was also the headlining act for "Band Against Cancer". The tour commences in October 2016 with High Valley, Hailey Whitters and Shelly Fairchild as the rotating opening acts. In December 2016, McBride announced the second leg of the tour, in conjunction with CMT's "Next Women of Country". The singer was joined by spring country artist Lauren Alaina, Post Monroe and Maggie Rose. The tour concluded in March 2017. Speaking on the tour, McBride stated:"With so much tragedy and uncertainty in the world, our family is watchin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Martina McBride
Martina Mariea McBride (née Schiff, born July 29, 1966) is an American country music singer-songwriter and record producer. She is known for her soprano singing range and her country pop material. McBride was born in Sharon, Kansas, and relocated to Nashville, Tennessee in 1989. She signed to RCA Records in 1991, and made her debut the following year as a neo-traditionalist country singer with the single, " The Time Has Come". Over time, she developed a pop-styled crossover sound, similar to Shania Twain and Faith Hill, and had a string of major hit singles on the ''Billboard'' country chart and occasionally on the adult contemporary chart. Five of these singles went to No. 1 on the country chart between 1995 and 2001, and one peaked at No. 1 on the adult contemporary chart in 2003. McBride has fourteen studio albums, two greatest hits compilations, one "live" album, as well as two additional compilation albums. Eight of her studio albums and two of her compilations have an RIAA ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Valentine (Martina McBride Song)
"Valentine" is a song co-written and performed by American recording artist Jim Brickman, with a guest vocal from Martina McBride. It first appeared on his 1997 album ''Picture This'', and later on McBride's album '' Evolution''. Chart performance The song charted on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and Adult Contemporary charts in 1997, peaking at number 50 on the former and number 3 on the latter. Although it first appeared on the Hot Country Songs charts at that time, it was not officially released as a single to the country format until a year later. The song was the follow-up to her single " A Broken Wing," to which "Valentine" originally served as the b-side The A-side and B-side are the two sides of phonograph records and cassettes; these terms have often been printed on the labels of two-sided music recordings. The A-side usually features a recording that its artist, producer, or record compan .... Upon its official release, "Valentine" peaked at number 9. Charts Week ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Broken Wing
"A Broken Wing" is a song written by James House, Sam Hogin and Phil Barnhart, and recorded by American country music singer Martina McBride. It was released in September 1997 as the second single from McBride's album ''Evolution''. In January 1998, "A Broken Wing" became McBride's second Number One single. Background Written and originally performed in key of B major with a vocal range of two octaves from E3 to E5, "A Broken Wing" has a time signature. The verses use a chord progression of I–ii–IV–I three times, followed by I–ii7–IV–V–I; the refrain uses vi–iii7–ii7–I followed by I–ii7–IV–V–I. The sheet music is in C major, with a note that the song is recorded a semitone lower than written. Instrumentally, McBride's 1998 version features acoustic guitar, electric guitar, pedal steel guitar, piano, bass guitar and drums. Content In the song, the narrator recounts a young woman escaping from an emotionally abusive relationship. Regarding the second ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Whatever You Say
"Whatever You Say" is a song written by Ed Hill and Tony Martin and recorded by American country music artist Martina McBride. It was released in February 1999 as the fifth and final single from McBride’s album ''Evolution.'' The song peaked at number 2 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot Country Songs and at number 37 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. It also peaked at number 6 on the Canadian ''RPM'' chart. Background "Whatever You Say" is a slow contemporary-styled ballad, which was the theme of McBride's album that this song was released on. Content The song discusses how a woman finds herself in a confusing relationship with a man. The female character argues how her lover believes that she is always making a big deal out of nothing important. She believes that whatever her lover says depends on whether or not she stays in the relationship. Sara Evans and Neil Thrasher sing backing vocals. Chart performance "Whatever You Say" was issued as the fifth and final single from Martina M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wild Angels (Martina McBride Song)
"Wild Angels" is a song written by Matraca Berg, Gary Harrison and Harry Stinson and recorded by American country music artist Martina McBride. It was released in November 1995 as the second single and title track from McBride's album of the same name. The song reached number one on the US '' Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) charts, giving McBride her first number one single on that chart. Content The song is about a female who looks at her relationship and concludes that there must be "wild angels" watching over her and her lover to keep them together. McBride's daughter, Delaney, who was a baby at the time, can be heard laughing in the song's intro. According to her ''Greatest Hits'' album, McBride had a difficult time recording Delaney. She also praised the production of Paul Worley and Ed Seay, notably Lonnie Wilson's drum fills and Joe Chemay's bass guitar. Worley described the dual electric guitar tracks, with Dan Dugmore on the right chann ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
This One's For The Girls
"This One's for the Girls" is a song written by Chris Lindsey, Hillary Lindsey, and Aimee Mayo and recorded by American country music singer Martina McBride. It was released in June 2003 as the first single from McBride’s album '' Martina''. The song peaked at number 3 on the on the US ''Billboard'' Hot Country Songs charts and at number 39 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. The song was also a number 1 single on the Hot Adult Contemporary Tracks charts. A remixed version of "This One's for the Girls" was included on her 2008 compilation album '' Playlist: The Very Best of Martina McBride''. Content The song's lyrics are a salute to women of various ages (who are "about thirteen," "about twenty-five," and "about forty-two") dealing with the struggles of different phases of life–starting high school and facing new pressures, coping with uncertainty about a career, and reaching middle age–and tells them "You're beautiful the way you are." McBride's first two daughters, Delaney a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rose Garden (Lynn Anderson Song)
"Rose Garden" (sometimes titled "(I Never Promised You A) Rose Garden") is a song written in 1967 by American singer-songwriter Joe South. It was first recorded by Billy Joe Royal on his 1967 studio album ''Billy Joe Royal Featuring "Hush"''. Versions by South himself and Dobie Gray appeared shortly after the original. Gray's version became a minor hit in North America in 1969. In 1970, Lynn Anderson recorded "Rose Garden" after hearing Joe South's version. However, Anderson's producer rejected the song's recording because he did not consider it to be a female tune. After much convincing, the song was eventually recorded and released as a single by Columbia Records. The song became a crossover hit after it reached both the American ''Billboard'' country and pop charts. "Rose Garden" also became a major hit worldwide, reaching the number one spot in multiple countries. "Rose Garden" has since been recorded by artists of various styles and musical genres. Notable covers include th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Help Me Make It Through The Night
"Help Me Make It Through The Night" is a country music ballad written and composed by Kris Kristofferson and released on his 1970 album '' Kristofferson''. It was covered later in 1970 by Sammi Smith, on the album ''Help Me Make It Through the Night.'' Sammi Smith version Smith's recording of the song (in May 1970) remains the most commercially successful, and best-known, version in the United States. Her recording ranks among the most successful country singles of all time in terms of sales, popularity, and radio airplay. It topped the country singles chart, and was also a crossover hit, reaching number eight on the U.S. pop singles chart. "Help Me Make It Through The Night" also became Smith's signature song. Other cover versions Inspired by Smith's success with the song, numerous other artists covered it soon thereafter, including Tammy Wynette, Loretta Lynn, Glen Campbell, Dottie West, Joan Baez, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, Mariah Carey, Ray Stevens, Willie Nelson ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anyway (Martina McBride Song)
"Anyway" is a song co-written and recorded by American country music artist Martina McBride. It was released in November 2006 as the first single from her album ''Waking Up Laughing''. McBride wrote this song with Brad and Brett Warren of The Warren Brothers. History The song marks the first time in Martina's career that she has co-written one of her own singles. It is an inspirational song based on a favorite poem of Mother Teresa's, written by Kent Keith, which he originally titled, " The Paradoxical Commandments". At the 2007 Country Music Association Awards, "Anyway" was nominated for Single of the Year and Song of the Year awards. "Anyway" was first released on November 6, 2006, where McBride performed the song to promote it. However, the single was released to the iTunes Store February 13, 2007. Kristy Lee Cook performed the song on the seventh season of ''American Idol'' on Top 8 Inspirational Week in 2008. Lauren Alaina performed the song on the 10th season of ''Americ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I'm Gonna Love You Through It
"I'm Gonna Love You Through It" is a song written by Ben Hayslip, Sonya Isaacs and Jimmy Yeary and recorded by American country music artist Martina McBride. It was released in July 2011 as the second single from her album '' Eleven''. On November 30, 2011, the song received a nomination at the 54th Grammy Awards for Best Country Solo Performance. To date, this is McBride’s final Top 10 hit. Content The song is about a 38-year-old woman who is supported by her husband while battling breast cancer. The subject of the song survives. Co-writer Sonya Isaacs' inspiration for the song was her mother, Lily, who is a breast cancer survivor. It is in F major with an approximate tempo of 70 beats per minute, a vocal range of F3-D5 and a main chord pattern of F2-B2-F2. Critical reception Amanda Hensel of ''Taste of Country'' gave the song five stars out of five, saying that McBride "captures our hearts with this one, reminding us why she's one of the best in the business." Matt Bjorke of ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
In My Daughter's Eyes
"In My Daughter's Eyes" is a song written by James T. Slater and recorded by American country music singer Martina McBride. It was released in November 2003 as the second single from McBride's 2003 album '' Martina''. The song peaked at number 4 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot Country Songs Hot Country Songs is a chart published weekly by ''Billboard'' magazine in the United States. This 50-position chart lists the most popular country music songs, calculated weekly by collecting airplay data from Nielsen BDS along with digital sal ... chart in 2003 and at number 3 on the Adult Contemporary chart in 2004. It also peaked at number 39 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Chart performance "In My Daughter's Eyes" debuted at number 54 on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of November 22, 2003. Year-end charts Certifications References 2003 songs Martina McBride songs Songs written by James T. Slater Song recordings produced by Paul Worley ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Love You (Martina McBride Song)
"I Love You" is a song written by Keith Follesé, Adrienne Follesé and Tammy Hyler, and recorded by American country music singer Martina McBride. It was released in July 1999 as the first single from her album ''Emotion''. McBride originally recorded "I Love You" for the 1999 film's soundtrack, '' Runaway Bride'', starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. The single was also included on McBride's then-upcoming album ''Emotion'' and later appeared on her '' Greatest Hits'' compilation album. Chart performance "I Love You" debuted at 43 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart for the week of July 31, 1999. It subsequently reached No. 1 in late 1999 and remained there for five consecutive weeks until it was knocked off by "When I Said I Do" by Clint Black and Lisa Hartman Black; it is McBride's biggest country hit to date. The song also charted at No. 24 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and No. 21 on the ''Billboard'' Adult Contemporary chart. "I Love You" is McB ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
