That’s one helluva connection. Ah, Chris Gaines, the one-off rock and roll persona Garth Brooks created. Brooks came up with the idea for Chris Gaines when pitching a motion picture, The Lamb. In the film, Garth would star as fictional rocker Chris Gaines, a sex-addicted rock legend who nearly had his face ripped off in a car crash and had an affair with his manager that caused him to lose his house. Weird, right? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Whiskey Riff (@whiskeyriff) So Garth in promotion for the film, Garth put out a record as Chris Gaines titled, Garth Brooks in… the Life of Chris Gaines. They even shot a television “mockumentary” for the VH1’s “Behind the Music” featuring the crazy life story of Chris Gaines, and Gaines was even the musical guest on an episode of Saturday Night Live, which was hosted by Garth Brooks. All of this was to set the stage for this movie that was going to be released, but when the movie got scrapped, Garth was just left with this weird alter-ego and not much of an explanation. But as much as Garth has more or less tried to shy away from the Chris Gaines era, some fans won’t let him live it down. In a Physical Media Collectors group on Facebook, one user named Isaac Jakel shared his legendary Chris Gaines collection… of the singular record. But he keeps buying it repeatedly to ensure that Garth Brooks can never wash away who Chris Gaines is. “Here is my Chris Gaines completionist set. At first it was to collect as many as I saw but now I’m collecting them out of spite because Garth Brooks refuses to put this album on any streaming platform. I do not spend more than $5 for one at a time. I say it’s a completionist set because the next one is one I do not have yet. No this was not Garth cosplaying as Criss Angel, Garth initially made the album as a pitch for a movie and it was not picked up by a studio. The album itself isn’t bad, but it was completely different than people were used to from Garth so it was clowned on and Garth wants it to be forgotten. I will not allow such a thing. Not until he tells us where he hides the bodies.” I have to say it’s impressive that he’s found this many CDs of the album for less than $5. Talk about being dedicated to your mission. Of course, I immediately ran to the comments, which were filled with fellow Chris Gaines CD and vinyl collectors commenting about how many they’ve snagged over the years or asking if anyone has limited edition releases of the CD or vinyl. Another fan, Adam Todd, commented: “Top notch sir, I thought I was the only maniac that bought every copy of chris gaines when I come across it!” In addition to comments from fellow collectors, there are also hilarious comments surrounding the reason behind this man’s mission: for Garth to expose where he keeps the bodies. “A lot of people sleep on Chris Gaines. Glad to see that you don’t. Keep fighting the good fight, brother.” “You’re making Tom Segura so hard right now.” “When the studio didn’t pick up the movie, he should’ve switched gears immediately and just call it a Garth Brooks rock album.” “The families need closure.” “Where are the bodies, Garth? It’s about time.” I honestly didn’t know that there were this many diehard Chris Gaines fans out there, but I’m sure glad there is… More Chris Gaines Albums? While I admire the fight that this man is fighting, Garth has been more open to the possibility of a comeback in recent years. In 2023, during a conversation with Billboard’s Country Live in Conversation, during the Q&A section, he said that he’s not done with Gaines. “Yeah, there’s five of them. The five albums have to come out.” But it doesn’t sound like we can expect them any time soon: “I don’t know if it’s just because I’m 114, but now everything takes three hours more than it took time to do before. Business-wise I’ll say I’ve never been this busy before in my life, and I’m not as in the eye of the public as I was.  So I think what it’s telling me as an older artist, you have to work a lot, lot, lot – not work, put in more time – to get the same results. So the Gaines project was a lot of time put in because it’s not natural. You’re acting on record. But I want to do it just simply for the people who love the Gaines project. Selfishly, I love the Chris Gaines record. So I want to do it for me.” As someone who’s not mad at Chris Gaines’ music, I’m here for an additional five records. The post Wisconsin Man Goes Viral For Legendary Chris Gaines CD Collection: “Garth Wants It To Be Forgotten, I Will Not Allow Such A Thing” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Gavin is BACK. Brought to you by our friends at Rock the Country festival, Gavin Adcock joins the podcast to talk about playing at the festival this year as well as his other upcoming tour dates, his rowdy shows and how he handles fans who get a little out of hand, his knack for songwriting and where he finds inspiration, opening for Morgan Wallen this summer, playing college football and much more. Rock the Country is a festival for we the people, and it’s coming to a small town near you in 2025 with Gavin performing as well as Kid Rock, Nickelback and many more artists. Tickets for all locations are on sale now HERE. Download the podcast on Apple Podcasts by searching “Whiskey Riff Raff” or click here. We’re also available on Spotify and wherever else you can listen to podcasts. Cheers, y’all. Audio Video The post Whiskey Riff Raff Podcast with Gavin Adcock first appeared on Whiskey Riff.

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Grab the tissues. Brooks & Dunn brought out a legend on stage the other night in Thackerville, Oklahoma. Terry Bradshaw is genuinely a man of many talents. The famed NFL quarterback had a successful career in the league and is still a game commentator, but Bradshaw is more than a sports guru. He’s also an actor, a country singer, and a respected Quarter Horse breeder. Bradshaw lived in Thackerville, Oklahoma, for a long time, running his equine operation from his 74-acre ranch. However, he sold the property last year and relocated closer to the Dallas/Fort Worth area. While he no longer lives there, he’s very familiar with Winstar, and when Brooks & Dunn graced the stage, they asked him to join them during the show. Kix Brooks introduced him to the stage, and the arena filled with applause as the Hall of Famer walked out onto the stage. Meanwhile, Brooks noted that he “might sing” for the audience. However, we all know this moment was planned. Before diving into this song of choice, Bradshaw addresses the crowd, explaining why he honored Toby Keith during his time on stage. “This song I’m about to try and sing for you is a song that a good friend of mine wrote. And uh, he and I had cancer at the same time. I’m talking about Toby Keith. We used to film commercials together, and I’m in the Quarter Horse business; he’s in the Thoroughbred business. And my Thoroughbred buddy is here tonight, Steve Davis is behind the skirts over here.  But Toby and I would have a talk, and I’d say, ‘Hey, Bud, how are you doing?’ And he’d say, ‘Man, one day good, one day bad. God’s got a plan for me, I don’t know.’ And I said, ‘Well, hang in there, I’m praying for you.’ And he said, ‘I’m praying for you, buddy.'” Bradshaw then went on to share some details about his battle with cancer, about how he fought off one kind before he was diagnosed with a second cancer. Bradshaw then jokes that he really appreciates Brooks & Dunn for having him out to the show and opening up for him. “I appreciate you guys for opening up for me tonight. I really do. Anyway, Kix called me the other day and said, ‘I heard you sing this song in Branson,’ and he said, ‘Would you come sing it when we are at Winstar?'” Bradshaw says that at first he was hesitant because he was used to singing in front of a 200-person crowd with a much older audience base, not a small arena that Brooks & Dunn fills out. “They’re all about 80 years old and can’t hear me. I never got a standing ovation because, quite honestly, they can’t get up.”  Bradshaw continued to crack jokes before diving into “Don’t Let The Old Man In,” noting that he hopes he does the song justice and remembers the words. But thankfully they printed out the words for him to lay at his feet. He told the audience that he could hardly see them, though, so if they saw him squinting, they would have to give him a good ole. “Bless his heart.” Lastly, before the band starts the song, Bradshaw says a few words to his old friend: “Toby, I love you, buddy. I hope I sing this song good for you.” I know that Toby was looking down on Terry Bradshaw and Brooks & Dunn at that moment, beaming. Terry Bradshaw did this song justice, and it chokes you up listening to it, not only because of the moving lyrics, but also because you know that Keith and Bradshaw are bonded in a way unlike others, having battled cancer at the same time. While Toby Keith lost his, Terry Bradshaw is here to ensure folks don’t forget his legacy. This one will leave you with a tear-stained face… Check it out. The post Terry Bradshaw Steals The Show Honoring Toby Keith With “Don’t Let The Old Man In” Performance At Brooks & Dunn Concert first appeared on Whiskey Riff.