Big Al's Journal 2009-2010
Travel through the events in the journal below. Visit the events and view the pictures of what the year has brought our way.
Many priceless memories and miles traveled for the preservation and entertainment in the Bluegrass and Music world.
Thank You to All who share the passion and follow us in our journeys across the states.
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The 10th Annual Country Bluegrass Show held at the Lincoln Fairgrounds in North Platte, Ne. Visitors from Minnesota to Missouri and of course all the area bluegrass fans packed the house with their toe tapping enjoyment and enthusiasm. The great entertainment was extrodinary and included a line up that will be hard to match again. High Plains Tradition, Ozard Alliance, Blue Canyon Boys, Audie Blaylock & Redline a four time IBMA Guitar Player of the year, Nothin Fancy SPBGMA award winning Entertainment Group of the year. Michael Cleveland a three time IBMA International Bluegrass Music Association Performer of the year. The Martins nationally known Rarely Herd multi -award winning international and nationally. Bluegrass legends Sammy Adkins and the Sandy Hook Mountain Band, formely lead singer of Dr. Ralph Stanley along with Junior Blankenship and Danny Lee Davis, Billy Rose former member of Grand Ole Opry star with Bill Monroe and banjo guest "Tweet" all received standing ovasions. It all ended Saturday evening with the finale Grand Ole Opry Star and Legend Bobby Osborne a two time internaational Bluegrass Music Association Hall of Famer. The band Rodky Top Express =named in honor of his song, gave bluegrass buffs certainly some memories to take home. The weekend included great food, camping, showcase bands, workshops and after hours jammin. Thaks to the many sponsors, volunteers and true bluegrass fans It was a Great weekend rain or shine! We can't wait until next year hope to see you there!
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Les Gilliam the "Oklahoma Balladeer" and his band along with Steel Guitar Hall of Fame member Curt Shoemaker
and award winning Big Al Weekley as Emcee and guest musician on stage for an afternoon of "Hank Did It This Way".
A Beautiful Grand Brown Theater in Concordia, Kansas.
The audience filled the levels of chairs on up to the balconies you could see gracious fans enjoying the traditional country with
Big Al's Bluegrass music and songs.
If you have never visited Concordia Ks. be sure to visit this theater and it's history
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Great Time was had by all as KRVN and Hometown Opey presented to Alma, Ne. from the God and Country Theater in Branson, Mo. Goldwing Express and Alma's talent LMNtree (Luke, Matthew, Nicholas Davis) opened the show. A full house enjoyed the great entertainment. LMNtree recieved their first standing obation, and encore for
more! Goldwing touring acs the nation with the best in Bluegrass, Gospel and Country with the addition of fun and humor.
An awsome gathering of support form the town businesses for a raffle of prizes to help our young talent purchase the equipment needed to grow in their musiclal career. Already being asked to return next year...you are sure to see Hometown Opry back again!
A Big KRVN, Hometown Opry and Goldwing Express THANK YOU to the businesses helping out as ticket outlets: Holdrege Floral & Alma's Short Stop, Western Holiday Motel, Rings & Things, Joe's Camera.
Thank You to the Alma Boy Scouts for helping prepare for the show and doing such a great job cleaning and mopping up after, and for boxing up and delivering the food collected to the Alma Caring Cupboard.
And to Everyone that Supported the Entertsinment and Enjoyed the Evening with us at the Alma City Audiorium
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March is a great month for youth in music, recognized nationally.
With that in mind the Hometown Opry invited LMNtree a family of young brothers, Luke 15, Nicholas 13, Matthew 10, to help welcome from the God & Country Theater in Branson, Mo. Goldwing Express to entertain in Alma, Ne..7:30 p.m. on March 25 at the Alma City Auditorium LMNtree will open the show! The boys learned the music with the beginning of a electric keyboard. From that Christmas gift they are self taught with the help of their mentor uncle in San Fransico via the weekly phone call and added experience from schools choir and jazz band. They have a variety of songs they deliver and practuce with ranging from Charlie Daniels to Lenoard Sknrd. In Studio with Big Al the boys shared their thoughts about a career in music, and how they began theri adventure.
Hometown Opry invited LMNtree. A family of young brothers, Luke 15, Nicholas 13, Matthew 10,Davis brothers, sons of J.D and Vicki Davis, from Alma, Ne. to help welcome from the God & Country Theater in Branson, Mo. Goldwing Express to entertain in Alma, Ne..March 25 at the Alma City Auditorium LMNtree opened the show! The boys learned the music with the beginning of a electric keyboard. From that Christmas gift they are self taught with the help of their mentor uncle in San Fransico via the weekly phone call and added experience from schools choir and jazz band. They have a variety of songs they deliver and practuce with ranging from Charlie Daniels to Lenoard Sknrd. In Studio with Big Al the boys shared their thoughts about a career in music, and how they began theri adventure. In Studio with Big Al visit the Audio Magazine link above and listen to their "on Air"
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Nebraska Daughter - Pat Boilesen joined Big Al Sunday morning March 7, 2010.
Pat is a singer, songwriter, honky-tonk piano player and poet. She is a performer of traditional western, country and gospel music.
Much of Pat's writing pays tribute to the early pioneer, cowboy, and farmer. A good share of what she writes is taken from history and the rest from her own experiences living on the plains of Nebraska. visit:
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Overnite Ride Listeners and Big Al
The excitement and roar of the convoy began,
the engines started, and the wheels began to turn.
Great Real Trucking Music started to spin and
Rolled through the morning.
The first of many runs with the Overnite Ride
Real Trucking Radio for the Trucker with a Truck
18 Wheels Roll On with KRVN 880AM and Big Al's Overnite Ride
Monday mornings 12 a.m. - 5 a.m. CST
Bluegrass...Traditional Country...Trucking Music
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Week Ending November 24th, 2009
Bluegrass - #1 - 18 Wheels Roll On /Big Al Weekley/ Yet To Come
Contemporary - #1 - / He Did What I Couldn't Do The Ball Brothers / Song Garden
Christian Country - #1 - I'm In Good Hands/ Kevin Kappler/ Red Hen Records
Classic Country - #1 - Keep On Travelin/ Ben Treffer / Lunacy Records
Southern Gospel Top 100 - #1 - No You Are Not Alone / Cathie Harris / C and E Music Group
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You Know Your from a Small Town if:
Every door prizes winner is someone you know!
 
AGreat time was had at the Franklin Fairgrounds _
Friday night with a community of support out to enjoy some BBQ Pork snadwiches and beans..
.A lot of help behind the scenes made for a fun evening including entertainment by
Melindaa Feree " Patsy Cline" and Big Al Weekley and his Jukebox of music and Ms. B and dancing friends.
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The Greatest Honor....Big Al trusted with a Family heirloom . Given by a gentleman that Enjoys Big Al's Bluegrass program and Americana Gospel he mentions he has heard Big Al on Sirius XM satellite radio, he thought within his family there would be no one that would appreciate and care for this special heirloom, ... prompting him to give Big Al a call, and a meeting of friends with a passion for music with a cup of coffee was set! Ed drove here from Montana to bring this to Big Al, and he will forever cherish the honor and trust in this gift. It is a 1950's model Mandolin and a Leather cased amplifier compliments this beautiful instrument. Big Al has a perfect place to display this new treasure and you will probably see him with it at a few shows so his listening family can also enjoy this kind gesture of faith. Big Al's programs reach the Listeners and Truckers across the western U.S. and Canada, with Big Al and Ed also being a professional truckers they have a lot in common. This is a picture of Ed at the truck stop with the mandolin to give Big Al.
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Radioactive Airplay Number 1's!
Week Ending October 6th, 2009
Bluegrass - #1 - 18 Wheels Roll On /Big Al Weekley/ Yet To Come
Contemporary - #1 - He Did What I Couldn't Do / The Ball Brothers / Song Garden
Christian Country - #1 - I Am Blessed/ Linda Lanier/ Independent
Classic Country - #1 - Limestone/ Curt Shoemaker/ Lunacy Records
Southern Gospel Top 100 - #1 - I'll Not Be Defeated / Trinity Heirs / Independent
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Big Al and Bonnie had a Great Time in Branson with The Branson Gospel Singer Songwritier Association We atteneded Praise Gatherings, Sing Songwritier Seminar and the Branson Gospel Singer Songwriter Awards Banquet. Many Wonderful New Friends and a week we will never forget!
I will always be so honored to recieve this award and be your honorary lifetime member.
Thank You To EVERYONE that made it Special for Us too!
The Chateau on the Lake- Branson, Mo.
2009 Inductee Honorary Lifetime Member in the Branson Gospel Singer Songwriter Associtation
former inductedds : Dottie Rambo, Gary S.& Vicki Paxton, Charles & Rosie Brady
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Week Ending September 29th, 2009
Bluegrass - #1 - 18 Wheels Roll On /Big Al Weekley/ Yet To Come
Contemporary - #1 - He Did What I Couldn't Do / The Ball Brothers / Song Garden
Christian Country - #1 - I Am Blessed/ Linda Lanier/ Independent
Classic Country - #1 - Steel Guitar Rag/ Curt Shoemaker/ Lunacy Records
Southern Gospel Top 100 - #1 - Why Can't All God's Children Get Along / Karen Peck and New River / Daywind
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Tour with Big Al n Ms. B to the Oregon Trail Wagon Train Bluegrass Festival
a GREAT time was had with our group of friends as we enjoyed the open fire cook out, horse shoes, relaxing and the Great Music to fill the days. Thank you to everyone that joined us...We'll be ready to go again next year!
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Not A Seat To be found as Another GREAT Show with Les Gilliam, Big Al Weekley, Curt Shoemaker, Roger and Sharon Kenaston, Lorraine Worth and Bailey Wilton Entertained visitors at the Minden Opera House with The Best of Traditional Country Music . May 30 2009
Standing Ovation at the Minden Opera House Entertained with Les Gilliam...Big Al Weekley
Curt, Sharon ,Ron ,Lorraine , Big Al and Roger......Bailey Wilton.....and Big Al with Bailey
visit: www.LesGilliam.com or www.BaileyWilton.com or www.CurtShoemaker.com
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