UPDATE: Sorry for the delay. This video was supposed to premier in June. Better late than never! The music video for We’re All Alone (Reba’s duet with Chitaozinho & Xororo) will go online as the video of the month on fancyreba.com TONIGHT! Don’t miss it – you won’t see this video anywhere else.

Clark
www.fancyreba.com
webmaster

UPDATED: 7/16/2003 10:12AM

New Music

Reba has recorded this song in preparation for the upcoming cd:
If I Had Any Sense At All (Hank Cochran)

*It is not confirmed if this song will make the cd - just that it has been recorded.

UPDATED: 7/15/2003 5:11PM

New 'REBA' Production Dates

Here are a few dates for anyone interested in going to REBA tapings this season:

8/12/03 • 8/19/03 • 8/26/03 • 9/3/03 • 9/16/03 • 9/23/03 • 9/30/03

REBA'S ADVICE TO B&D HELPED GET THEM BACK IN BUSINESS

The debut of a terrific new album is just the latest manifestation of Brooks & Dunn's decision to rededicate to their career a couple of years back, a decision spurred on by advice from Reba McEntire. "I can remember Reba McEntire telling us years ago, 'boys you either slow down or you stumble for just one step in this business and somebody is right there ready to leapfrog right over you and she was right," remembers Ronnie. "Luckily we were able to gather it up and assemble a really good team, picked up Joe Galante over there at RLG, it's still called Arista under his tutelage right now."

-countrystars.com

UPDATED: 7/6/2003 7:40PM

Co-Star May Have One Up on Reba McEntire

LOS ANGELES - Look out Reba McEntire, co-star Melissa Peterman may have one up on you.

Peterman will be emceeing the "Wizard of Oz Sing-Along" at the Hollywood Bowl Saturday night in its west-coast premiere. Peterman says she made a point to call McEntire to let her know this.

Why?

Because McEntire is using her hiatus from the "Reba" show to cut an album and Peterman wanted to poke some fun.

Peterman says she called Reba and said "You're making an album this summer, but I'm singing at the Bowl." Peterman recalls that Reba was "pretty impressed," and Peterman says she's planning to "rub this in someone's nose."

Peterman plays Barbara Jean on the "Reba" show, which begins taping its new season on Aug. 6.

-AP

Reba McEntire Reflects On Career

Reba McEntire was honored with the Country Radio Broadcasters' Career Achievement Award Thursday (June 26), during the Country Music Disc Jockey Hall Of Fame ceremonies in Nashville. The award was presented to McEntire for her significant contribution to the growth of country music and country radio.

McEntire says that when she looks back over her long career, she would like to be remembered for accomplishing one thing. "To hopefully influence young people to go into this business," McEntire says, "and to let them know that you can fulfill your dreams, because I was a little ol' kid from southeastern Oklahoma that didn't really have a clue what I was gettin' into in the music business."

The superstar says she was influenced by and learned from country music's legendary artists, and now the torch has been passed to her to be a role model. "I was from a ranch and rodeo family, and I watched people like Loretta (Lynn) and Dolly (Parton) and Barbara (Mandrell) and Tammy (Wynette) to see what they did, and that helped. And then, I learned about them through the radio. If me doing what I've done in my life says, 'Well, by golly, maybe I can do it, too,' then I think that's the most important thing--to set a good example and inspire more people."

Former MCA Records label head Tony Brown made the award presentation to McEntire. Brown, who currently heads up Universal South Records, made his first public appearance since suffering a life-threatening head injury a few months ago.

Trisha Yearwood and Sara Evans were on hand to honor McEntire with a musical tribute.

-LAUNCH Radio Networks

Country Radio Pays Tribute to McEntire

NASHVILLE (Billboard) - Reba McEntire (news) is usually a model of composure. But when she was presented with a career achievement award by producer and former MCA Nashville president Tony Brown June 26 in Nashville, she couldn't fight back the tears.

It was Brown's first public appearance since he sustained a life-threatening head injury April 11.

A fit-looking Brown presented McEntire with the award on behalf of trade group Country Radio Broadcasters (CRB) at the group's annual Country Music DJ Hall of Fame dinner.

Brown, now a senior partner in Universal South Records, remarked that McEntire has "not only inspired artists but executives too."

The first time he heard her voice on the radio, singing "(You Lift Me) Up to Heaven," Brown said he wanted to meet McEntire. "I eventually got to not only meet her but work with her, and it was the thrill of my life."

McEntire called Brown "a walking miracle" and said of his injury, "I thought we'd lost him. I'm so proud of everyone who prayed and convinced God to let us keep him longer."

Accepting her award, McEntire said, "Country radio has been so very good to me. You've entertained me and played my music, but you've also drawn out of me stories about my raising and shared them with the world. I think we always made a good team, and I'm proud of that."

Sara Evans (news) and Trisha Yearwood (news) paid tribute to McEntire by singing some of her hit songs. Yearwood confessed to being nervous about "singing Reba McEntire's biggest hits in front of Reba McEntire" and talked about how supportive McEntire has always been of other female country artists.

"I don't think there has ever been a better friend to another female artist," Yearwood said.

McEntire said she is set to begin work on her new album June 30. "It's from my heart," she said of the project. "Every song I chose touched me, and I hope it touches you."

-By Phyllis Stark
Reuters/Billboard

UPDATED: 7/3/2003 1:10PM

NEW POLL

There's a new poll up for voting. The question is: Which of these are you most excited about?

A new single in August.
A new album in November.
Season 3 of REBA this fall.
A possible summer tour in 2004.
A new music video promoting the new music.
A new book (no plans yet).
A new movie (no plans yet).
DVD of Reba's music videos.

Thanks for participating in the last poll. Here are the results:

RUMOR HAS IT

On Bill White's "News from Nashville" this morning, he said that Reba really wants to get back to Broadway. He said he doesn't know where she would find the time what with her music, touring, and TV show.

PLEASE NOTE: This is from Bill White.
fancyreba.com is not confirming this.

UPDATED: 7/2/2003 10:52PM

CRB VIDEO FOOTAGE

CMT News Video clip of Reba Receiving the Leading Lady Award
CLICK HERE

UPDATED: 7/1/2003 10:20PM

MORE CRB PHOTOS

Reba on stage at the CRB accepting award.

Here's another pic of the Reba fans at CRB. Justin, April, Mary (Bernie), Wonda (me4reba), Mary (BigRedReba), Clark (fancyreba.com)

REBA SHOOTING FOR FIVE SINGLES AND TOUR

Reba McEntire says that she sees at least 5 possible singles among the songs she's picked out and has begun to record for her new album. She describes the new album as "emotional." "We've got our 12 songs," she said. "It's going to be a very emotional album." PLUS, if all goes well with the album, Reba says she'd like to tour again next year.

countrystars.com

UPDATED: 6/30/2003 7:43PM

REBA AWARDED - BROWN MAKES APPEARANCE

06/30/2003

Reba McEntire's Career Achievement award ceremony last Thursday was marked by good singing from Trisha Yearwood and Sara Evans, plus a feel-good appearance from producer, Tony Brown who presented Reba's Career Achievement award at the CRB DJ Hall of Fame Banquet.

In a musical tribute, both Sara Evans and Trisha Yearwood sang "Reba" to Reba. Sara sang, "You Lift Me Up" and "The Greatest Man" as well as an acappella snippet of "Cathy's Clown." Trisha sang a medley of Reba standards as well as "Whoever's In New England." Both women offered touching testimonials regarding what Reba, the legend, and Reba the friend has meant to them.

Following her performance Trisha introduced renowned record producer Tony Brown. Tony, in his first formal public appearance since suffering a near fatal head injury only two and a half months ago, presented Reba with the career Achievement Award. The emotional presentation was marked with standing ovations and tears from Reba, Tony, and the crowd of 400 plus in attendance. Tony credited the power of prayer and the love of friends like Reba and Narvel Blackstock for his remarkable recovery.

In her tearful acceptance speech, Reba thanked God for Tony's miraculous journey. She also acknowledged the importance of country radio in her extraordinary career. Reba concluded by saying that she looks forward to her return to country radio when her first single hits airwaves later this summer.

TODAY Reba returns to the studio to begin work on her much anticipated Album.

Neil Haislop
countrystars.com

Reba Promises “Emotional” Album, Says She May Tour in 2004

Before she went in to pick up her Career Achievement Award last week from the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame people, Reba McEntire spoke to reporters about her upcoming album. “We’ve got our 12 songs,” she said. “It’s going to be a very emotional album.” Later she told Hot Talk that she thought at least five of the songs would be good singles, although she and her producers, Norro Wilson and Buddy Cannon, have not picked the lead single yet. There’s no one theme to the album, she added, “It’s a duke’s mixture.” McEntire hasn’t toured since 2001, but she said she might do so next year. Of her Career Achievement honor, she said, “I don’t feel I’m anywhere near through. I hope this is not a bad omen.”

cmt.com

AS REQUESTED:

Fans kept asking to see a pic that included both Reba and Narvel so here it is!
Taken at the CRB

UPDATED: 6/29/2003 8:47AM

Reba Steals Spotlight at Country Radio Ceremony

Reba was honored Thursday night with the Country Radio Broadcasters Career Achievement Award during the annual Country Radio Disc Jockey Hall of Fame Ceremony. From the comments made by Hall of Fame inductees to Reba’s fellow country musicians, it was obvious that Reba was the center of the night’s attention.

Honoring Reba, Trisha Yearwood and Sara Evans both took the stage to showcase some of Reba’s biggest hits. Sara Evans began her tribute to Reba by admitting how she idolized Reba throughout her teenage years, and described herself as one of Reba’s “stalkers.” Showcasing her vocal talents, Sara proved to be one of country music’s finest female vocalists as she performed Reba’s classic hits, “You Lift Up Me Up To Heaven” and “The Greatest Man I Never Knew.” A night of spectacular musical performances continued when Trisha Yearwood took the stage. Obviously very nervous about performing in front of Reba, Trisha performed a medley of Reba’s hits including “How Blue”, “Why Do We Want What We Know We Can’t Have”, “Little Rock”, and “Somebody Should Leave.” Closing out her set, Trisha wowed the crowd with a soaring version of “Whoever’s In New England” that truly moved the entire audience.

Taking the stage to present Reba with her award, Tony Brown spoke of Reba as only a true friend could have done. Highlighting both her personal and professional accomplishments, Brown brought Reba to tears with his sincere comments. Rising to accept the award, an emotional Reba thanked the audience for their dedication and loyalty. Also, Reba mentioned that she would be going into the studio this Monday to being work on the new album. Displaying her genuine kindness, Reba told the audience, “You can take away my awards, trophies, gold records, all of that. But don’t take away my friends. To all of you here, I love you, thank you, and I’ll never forget you.”

- Justin McIntosh

Thanks Justin!

A tearful Reba on stage to accept her award

Posing for a few snapshots before the presentation

Country DJ Hall Of Fame Induction Offers Memorable Night

In a moving and fun tribute, Tony Brown paid homage to Reba McEntire last night (June 26), presenting her with the CRB Career Achievement Award as part of the Country Radio Broadcaster's DJ Hall of Fame induction ceremonies. Brown, who made his first public appearance since suffering a severe head injury in a fall earlier this year, received a standing ovation and told the crowd how grateful he was for the prayers and their friendship. Sara Evans and Trisha Yearwood played some of McEntire's hits as part of the ceremony before McEntire tearfully accepted the award. She told fans that she will be in the studio starting Monday, June 30 to begin recording her new album.

This year's inductees into the Country DJ Hall of Fame are KASE/Austin's Bob Cole, WUBE/Cincinnati's Duke Hamilton, the late Dick Haynes and KNIX/Phoenix's W. Steven Martin.

Lon Helton, Radio and Records Magazine

SHE SET THE EXAMPLE

Reba McEntire said radio allowed her to see beyond the limits of her rural childhood last night when she was honored with a Career Achievement Award from the Country Radio Broadcasters in Nashville. Reba said, "The radio has meant an awful lot to me in my life because it's given us a form of entertainment there "in the very rural area of Oklahoma...where I grew up. It took us out into the world!" Looking at her career, she added that beyond awards and achievements, she would love to know that she managed to "influence young people...and let them know that they could realize their dreams." One person who was influenced by Reba and was living a piece of her dream last night was Trisha Yearwood, who along with Sara Evans sang a musical tribute of Reba's songs. Trisha told us she was genuinely nervous about performing Reba's songs in front of Reba, who she deeply admires. "She has shown great class and concern for other artists. And she means it--she's really sincere," Trisha said. "She set the example. I'm a chick singer--she's a star. In every way."

--Maurice Miner & Glen Weisman
Country 1130 KBMR
Country Music News

Reba Honored

One of the "new faces" at the Country Radio Seminar 23 years ago was honored in Nashville last night (June 26) with a Career Achievement Award from the Country Radio Broadcasters. Despite a successful career on the stage and screen and a hit television series, Reba McEntire has remained loyal to her first love. She says country radio has always been good to her by playing her music. Trisha Yearwood and Sara Evans were on hand to help salute Reba, performing several of her songs. Both admitted they were nervous singing in front of a living legend who had such a profound influence on their respective careers. The Country Radio Broadcasters recognized Reba as part of their Country Music DJ Hall of Fame Ceremonies.

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Reba’s Music Glitters, Garth Watches at Career Achievement Ceremony

Reba McEntire was back in town, and -- for a few perfect moments -- country music seemed exciting, eloquent and limitless again. On hiatus from her WB TV series, McEntire has returned to Nashville to start work on a new album. On Thursday night (June 26), the svelte redhead was guest of honor at the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame banquet, held at the downtown Hilton Suites, where she was given the organization’s Career Achievement Award.

Prior to the presentation, ardent admirers Trisha Yearwood and Sara Evans entertained the crowd with selections from McEntire’s long string of hits. They also told of what the star has meant to them as a vocal and role model. Yearwood recorded with McEntire on the 1995 single, “On My Own,” and Evans was a member of the 2001 Girls’ Night Out tour that McEntire headlined.

Unseen by most of the audience, Garth Brooks slipped in to watch the tribute performances. “He was in a suit and tie, and he looked very slim and very dapper,” said the event’s publicist, Jeff Walker. “I asked him, ‘Any new music coming?’ and he said, ‘No. I’m having fun with my family.’”

Backed by a guitarist and pianist, Evans began McEntire’s segment of the program with “(You Lift Me) Up to Heaven,” a 1980 hit. Then, apologizing in advance for her mischief, she imitated McEntire’s Oklahoma twang on “Cathy’s Clown” (1989), drawing out the word “sound” to “s-a-a-o-o-u-u-n-d.” Tiptoeing delicately around the age difference -- she’s 32, McEntire’s 49 -- Evans said she had been studying McEntire’s vocal style since she was a “teenager.” She finished with an emotion-perfect version of “The Greatest Man I Never Knew” (1992) that prompted a standing ovation.

Yearwood, also working with a guitarist and pianist, professed extreme nervousness at singing her idol’s songs back to her. “What was I thinking,” she asked rhetorically. “I’ve never ever done a medley,” she continued, “but I’m going to do one now.” She began with “How Blue” (1984), segued into “Why Do We Want (What We Know We Can’t Have)” (1983) and wrapped up the package with “Somebody Should Leave” (1985). From there, she moved on to a blistering rendition of “Little Rock” (1986). Noting that she might not have chosen it if she had realized how hard it was to sing, Yearwood nonetheless brought the house to its feet with her finale, “Whoever’s in New England” (1986).

Following the music, record executive Tony Brown, one of McEntire’s most celebrated producers, came to the stage to present her award. Still recovering from a critical head injury he sustained earlier this year when he fell while leaving a Los Angeles restaurant, Brown sparked one of the biggest ovations of the evening when he walked into the spotlight. He thanked the people for their prayers on his behalf. “I’m so happy to be standing here,” he said, “just feeling the love from this crowd. I’m so happy to be standing anywhere.” Brown recalled the first time he heard McEntire’s voice on the radio as he was driving through Nashville. She was singing “(You Lift Me) Up to Heaven,” he said. “My first thought was, ‘Who is that? I want to meet her.’” Later on, as a top executive for MCA Records, he would produce some of McEntire’s most popular albums.

When Brown called McEntire to the stage, the crowd stood and applauded for well over a minute and would have cheered longer had McEntire not begun speaking. Dabbing at her eyes with a tissue, her first words were about Brown. “I thought we had lost him [because of the accident],” she said, “and I didn’t think I could go on with that.” She thanked the disc jockeys for “letting me into your world” and hoped that there would still be a place for her there as she continues to make recordings. She was clearly the evening’s big draw. After she concluded her remarks, a sizable portion of the crowd left the room, even though there were more Hall of Fame presentations to go.

Among the music business bigwigs on hand to applaud McEntire’s success were former TV host Ralph Emery, Grand Ole Opry star Charlie Walker, former MCA and Capitol Records chief Jim Foglesong, Country Music Association executive director Ed Benson, broadcasting legend Irving Waugh and Country Music Hall of Fame member Jo Walker-Meador.

This year’s inductees into the Country Music DJ Hall of Fame were W. Steven Martin, Dan McKinnon, Bob Cole, Duke Hamilton and the late Dick Haynes. Frank Mull, the former longtime director of Country Radio Broadcasters, was given the President’s Award for his work in developing the annual Country Radio Seminar.

-cmt.com
Edward Morris

Reba tells radio broadcasters she's still their fan

From The Tennessean

By CRAIG HAVIGHURST Staff Writer

Singer accepts Career Achievement Award

Country superstar Reba McEntire doesn't think radio has lost its romance.

The four-time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year was downtown at the Country Radio Broadcasters' Hall of Fame banquet last night (June 26), where she received the CRB's Career Achievement Award.

McEntire was given the award by Universal South senior partner and Music Row veteran Tony Brown, who was making his first public appearance since a life-threatening head injury in the spring.

She said that despite dramatic changes in the radio business from the mid-'70s, when she first heard herself on the air in Chockie, Okla., she's still a fan.

''I still listen to the personalities,'' she said before the dinner at the Hilton Suites.

''It still does what I ask it to do, and that's entertain and inform,'' McEntire said.

Those personalities were the focus of the evening's festivities. Every year the CRB gathers to induct renowned broadcasters into its Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame.

Last night's inductees were Bob Cole of Austin, Texas, Duke Hamilton of Cincinnati, the late Dick Haynes of Los Angeles and W. Steven Martin of Phoenix. All have at least 25 years in radio and were celebrated by their peers as having changed country radio for the better.

Dan McKinnon, a radio businessman and former Navy pilot, CIA official and Ronald Reagan appointee to the Civil Aeronautics Board, was inducted to the Country Radio Hall of Fame, which honors off-air contributions.

Also on hand last night were artists Trisha Yearwood and Sara Evans, who offered a musical tribute to McEntire.

Plaques of the Hall of Fame disc jockeys are on display in the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

REBA FANS COME TOGETHER IN NASHVILLE

A group of Reba fans (notice sign) meet at the DJ Hall of Fame Awards to honor Reba.
bottom row, left to right: Clark (fancyreba.com), Wonda (me4reba), Mary (BigRedReba), Justin.
Top row: Jason (JasonReba), Leray, Mary (Bernie), and April.

Mary, Garth, Clark, Wonda & Trisha

I also got Trisha Yearwood to autograph something for me. I'll put that online as soon as I get it scanned. Check back as more stories and photos are added.

UPDATED: 6/19/2003 10:45AM

Thoughts On Country Radio

By Reba McEntire

Country radio has been my voice to the fans, whether I’m recording music, making movies or appearing on stage or TV. Country radio has been my partner in all that I do. I am forever grateful for the support.

My earliest memories of radio are when my family would listen to the Grand Ol’ Opry on WSM out of Nashville every Saturday night. At first, Country radio was a source of entertainment for me. Eventually, Country radio became the source of my dreams. I would listen to the radio and dream of being on there myself one day.

I will always remember the first time that I heard one of my own records on the radio. Mama, Susie and I were the only ones in the house one day, when “The Ballad of John McEntire” came on KNED. Pake, Susie and I had recorded that song. Mama, Susie and I heard it coming through the static of our old radio and we were so excited that we cried.

I particularly remember one visit I made to a radio station early in my career. In August of 1977, I was riding from station to station with a promotion man from Polygram. We walked into a station somewhere in the south, and the man at the station said they weren’t playing anyone’s records that day except Elvis. He said, “Haven’t you heard? Elvis just died.” We didn’t get my record played that day!

Today, my family has a wide range of radio listening habits. Shelby, my 13 year old son, tunes into Rock stations. I listen to Country, and my husband Narvel likes a Jazz station he’s found. We all three hear it all.

I am looking forward to seeing all my old radio friends at the Country Music Disc Jockey Hall of Fame awards dinner. I think we’ll have a great time!

UPDATED: 6/17/2003 8:38PM

REBA SAYS NO TO CAROL KING

Reba McEntire will begin work on a new studio album this summer in Nashville. The superstar recently wrote a few songs with Carole King with the new album in mind, however the fruits of their collaborations didn't make the grade, according to McEntire.

"We got together--Carole King and I did--to write some songs, and the songs that I heard, I'm gonna pass on," McEntire says. "I'm the type of person [that] I don't care who writes it, who produces it, where it comes from. I'm lookin' for the best songs for the new CD, and so, unfortunately, that didn't make the cut."

McEntire had also hoped to record a duet with King for the new project, but those plans have been put on hold. "Carole and I have not talked anymore about doin' a duet together, but hopefully someday we'll get to work on a project together cause I'm a huge fan of hers and we're great friends and she's a wonderful lady."

The singer spent part of last week in a photo session in Los Angeles for the new album, which is slated to hit stores on November 18.

McEntire is scheduled to head into the studio to begin recording the project later this month.

UPDATED: 6/13/2003 8:05PM

NEW STUDIO ALBUM DUE IN STORES THIS FALL

Country superstar Reba McEntire sat for a photo session last week in Los Angeles for her upcoming studio album due in stores on November 18th. Reba is currently selecting songs for the album and plans to begin recording at the end of the month at Starstruck Studios in Nashville.

While in town recording, the Country Radio Broadcasters will honor Reba with a Career Achievement Award on June 26th during their Hall Of Fame inductee’s dinner. Both Trisha Yearwood and Sarah Evans will be present to perform a few of Reba’s
greatest hits.

Last month Reba was also honored when the Academy bestowed upon her the title of “Leading Lady” at the 38th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Reba hosted the awards again this year making it a record number of 6 times over a span of 3 decades and is the ACM all-time leading winner in the “Top Female Vocalist” category.

Watch Reba this fall as she kicks off the third season of her hit TV series Reba on the WB

-mcanashville.com

UPDATED: 6/03/2003 6:15PM

REBA'S SHELBY CHIP OFF THE OL' BLOCKS

Reba is a singer, her husband and manager Narvel Blackstock is a musician, so it's no wonder that their kid, Shelby, has taken up the Stratocaster guitar they gave him recently. Reba told MJI that Shelby practices every day and it sounds like he's going to be a rock-and-roller.

UPDATED: 6/02/2003 6:45PM

Say Cheese!

Reba will be in Los Angeles on Wednesday June 4th to shoot new photos for her upcoming album. Reba also continues to listen for new songs for the album -- look for the first single to ship in late summer.

--www.Reba.com

UPDATED: 5/30/2003 9:48PM

fancyreba.com road trip?

THIS JUST IN! -- fancyreba.com will be in attendance at The Annual Country Music DJ Hall of Fame awards ceremony in Nashville to bring you the inside information. As previously announced Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. (CRB), presenters of the annual Country Radio Seminar (CRS), will recognize Reba McEntire with the Country Radio Broadcasters Career Achievement Award as part of their Country Music DJ Hall of Fame Ceremonies. Participating in this special presentation are two of Country Music's renowned female artists, Sara Evans (RCA) and Trisha Yearwood (MCA), who will perform in tribute to this year's honoree.

Reba Supports Bush In Dixie Chicks Controversy

Reba McEntire has been candid about her stand on the controversy surrounding the Dixie Chicks since Natalie Maines publicly bashed President Bush during a concert in London back in March. As a supporter of the President and the American military, McEntire echoes Bush's sentiment that freedom is a two-way street, whether it's freedom to speak or freedom to boycott.

"I support my president," McEntire said. "I support our armed forces 110 percent, all the way. It's wonderful that we live in a country where you have the freedom to say what you think. But if you're a used car salesman and something you say is not in the same opinion as a person who's gonna buy a car from you, don't get all that bent out of shape if they don't buy a car from you."

McEntire said that being a public figure, as all entertainers are, adds an extra amount of responsibility and accountability for what is said and done. "When you are in the public eye, you have to watch what you say," McEntire said. "There was a saying when we were playing basketball, 'Little eyes are watching so be careful what you do, and little ears are listening so be careful what you say.' And so you have a responsibility to the public. What you say and what you do carries a lot more power and weight than what a person that is not in the public eye [says or does], so you have to be very careful."

McEntire will head to her Nashville home this summer to record a new album.

This fall, the superstar will return to Los Angeles to begin filming the third season of her WB comedy, Reba.

LAUNCH Radio Networks

UPDATED: 5/27/2003 6:40AM

ACM Leading Lady Award

Reba received a Revere Bowl designed by Tiffany & Co. in recognition of her status as the Academy of Country Music's "Leading Lady."

REBA RETURNS TO MUSIC THAT BROUGHT HER TO THE DANCE

Reba McEntire will be in the studio next month to finish her new studio album, an album she offers as a gift for all of her loyal music fans that made her career possible. "I'm going back to the kind of music that made fans love me," says Reba who promises the first single from the album in August.

--countrystars.com

UPDATED: 5/26/2003 11:40AM

COMING SOON

COMING IN JUNE to fancyreba.com "We're All Alone" - The Music Video This video has never been seen in the U.S. It's Reba's duet with Chitaozinho & Xororo (known as Jose & Durval in the US). You won't see this video anywhere else. Don't miss it!

ACM PRESS RELEASE

REBA McENTIRE, HOST OF THE 38TH ANNUAL ACM AWARDS SHOW TO RECEIVE TITLE OF “LEADING LADY” FROM THE ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC IN RECOGNITION FOR:

Hosting the Awards Show a Record Number of 6 Times Over a Span of 3 Decades; and being the ACM All-Time Leading Winner in the “Top Female Vocalist” Category

The 38th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards Show Telecast Airs Wednesday, May 21st, 2003, Live From Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino

CLICK HERE to read the full article.

UPDATED: 5/24/2003 11:05PM

REBA SAYS: "I'M STILL HERE"

Having spent the past two years concentrating on Reba, her TV sitcom, McEntire will spend part of the summer recording an album with producers Buddy Cannon and Norro Wilson. When asked what fans should know about the project, she said, "That Reba is still with them. The Reba that they grew up with and fell in love with years ago, that's the kind of songs I'm recording again. It never has changed. It's always been the kind of songs that I fall in love with and that touch my heart. Those are the 10 or 11 songs that will be on my next CD."

UPDATED: 5/22/2003 10:19PM

ACM: Reba Recap

- Back stage of the Awards last night, the ACM presented Reba with a surprise gift, The Revere Bowl, for having contributed so much to the Academy of Country Music. "Not only for her 6 times hosting this show, but for her record for the most Top Female Artist awards, 7 that she's won over the years," they said.

- Reba, who hosted the awards show at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, also acknowledged that Keith's absence was unexpected at the close of the three-hour telecast. "I don't know where he was, but it wasn't as awkward being with Vince as it would have been if I'd been up there by myself," McEntire said. "I love Vince with all my heart. He's my buddy. He's my pal. We've toured together, we've recorded together and we've been through some tough times together. He was always right there for me. I sure was glad he was there for me tonight, too."

- McEntire, who did not attend the previous awards show, had a different take when she was asked if the Dixie Chicks' performance Wednesday would help put an end to the controversy. She said, "Didn't sound like it. I announced it, and it was a pretty big negative response. It was very, very bad. I don't think it's over." McEntire was also asked what advice she would offer the Chicks. She replied, "When they ask for it, I'll give it. I don't think that will happen, though."

Best Lines
-- During last night's ACM Awards telecast, host Reba McEntire quipped, "Everybody here (Las Vegas) loves to gamble, They're backstage right now checking the latest odds on the Dixie Chicks playing the Bush family reunion."

-- Reba was cute and funny, saying, "All the Vegas hotels were interested in the having the show…except the Paris Hotel, you know the French," and, as she introduced Toby Keith and Willie Nelson's duet of "Beer For My Horses" she referred to them as "The Angry American and the Herbal American."

UPDATED: 5/21/2003 10:00AM

New Music Update

"We're recording a new CD in July that will be released in November with a single that will come out around August." --Reba

UPDATED: 5/20/2003 3:45PM

Plan Could Signal End Of MCA Brand

Before the end of the year, the MCA moniker -- first used in 1924 -- may cease to exist. Sources say the current plan is to eliminate the MCA Records brand and move the majority of the label's staff and some of the roster under the banner of fellow Universal Music Group label Geffen Records. The reason, according to insiders, is that the MCA brand has become "tarnished" by a history of acquisitions and mergers as well as the label's decline in sales and prestige during the past few years.

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source: Billboard.com

UPDATED: 5/14/2003 6:58PM

Reba Trying On Dresses

-- Reba McEntire tells the Beck/Smith column that she's already "tried on 100 different dresses" for her hosting duties on the May 21 Academy of Country Music Awards on CBS.

But don't expect Reba to perform on the awards show or, for that matter, on stage at all for the foreseeable future. "Nope. No plans for any concerts," she says.

Come July, Reba and family will leave their home in LA to head back to their place in Nashville while she's recording her new album.

As taken from www.countrynation.com

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