Less than a month after Merle Haggard’s death on April 6, 2016, longtime friend Toby Keith paid tribute to his buddy with a medley of the Hag’s hits at the American Country Countdown Awards on May 1. A few weeks later, Toby stepped onstage at the famed Grand Ole Opry on May 20 and saluted…… MORE
“When the producers of Sunday night’s American Country Countdown Awards approached Toby Keith about playing a tribute to his musical hero, Merle Haggard, he didn’t have to think twice.” Read the full story: Toby Keith on ACCA Haggard Tribute: ‘He’s a Big Part of My Life’ | Rolling Stone… MORE
“The late Merle Haggard will be honored at the May 1st American Country Countdown Awards with a special performance by his former band and Toby Keith. The Country Music Hall of Famer passed away April 6th at the age of 79; the ACCAs are the first awards ceremony to be held since.” Read the full…… MORE
“Merle Haggard has reportedly died after a series of recent health struggles. According to a number of sources, the singer passed away on April 6, 2016, which was also his 79th birthday.” Read the full story: Merle Haggard Dead at 79… MORE
