Surely by now you have seen an episode or have at least heard of "Honey Boo Boo." For those who haven't: it is a reality television program on TLC that features beauty pageant participant Alana Thompson (Honey Boo Boo), along with her mother June Shannon, father Mike Thompson and her three older sisters. Actually it's not "Honey Boo Boo" that's getting the makeover, it's a
October 18, 2012 If you are a regular visitor to WBKR.com, you know that I am HUGE fan of the TV talent show The X Factor. There are many reasons why, but the primary reason is the $5 million dollar grand prize, the biggest of an talent show on television. I also think that grand prize means more at stake, more on the line, and more talent on display. Take, for instance, Carly Rose Sonenclar. This girl is just 13-years-old, but her talent is AMAZING!! Watch her performance from the "Judges' Homes" episode when she wowed Britney Spears and guest advisor Will i. Am with her rendition of "Brokenhearted" by Karmin. This is UNBELIEVABLE!
Monday, radio legend Joe Lowe passed away from esophageal cancer. Over the years Joe has voiced concert commercials, on-hold messages, TV/radio commercials - you name it - Joe has probably voiced or you have heard his voice somewhere. Keep reading for funeral arrangements and how you can sign Joe Lowe's guestbook. RIP Joe!
October 17, 2012 When he was on American Idol, Simon Cowell routinely mentioned how much he dislikes country music. But, the second season of his newest show, The X Factor, is surprisingly loaded up with some fine country music talent. Here's a look at three acts poised to make the live shows: Tate Stevens, Willie Jones and Sister C. WATCH!
Well, my man Dale Earnhardt Jr. gave it his all this 2012 race season: he had 1 win and numerous top 10 finishes and was locked in for the Chase for the Sprint Cup. After this past Sunday's Talladega race and a big crash on the last lap, it turns out Dale Jr. has a concussion, according to Hendrick Motorsports. Earnhardt will sit out Charlotte and Kansas, and Regan Smith will replace him in the No. 88 Chevrolet. Earnhardt was diagnosed Wednesday in Charlotte, the team said.
I couldn't believe this picture when I saw it! It's a couple that is on a hit TV show. Then, there wasn't much facial hair. Now, there is a bunch of it. Do you know which show I'm talking about? READ MORE to find out who the couple is!
October 10, 2012 Boot Camp continues tonight on The X Factor and you can expect big voices, big drama and big tears as the field gets narrowed to 24 tonight! Yep! Just 24 contestants will make it through Boot Camp and earn the right to visit the homes of their mentors: Simon Cowell, L.A. Reid, Britney Spears and Demi Lovato. It's another step to make it the live shows, where one contestant will win a $5 million dollar recording contract. And, if last week's drama was any indication, tonight's episode is going to be awesome! Check this out! Two contestants, Jillian Jensen and Latasha Lee Robinson, went head-to-head with Sugarland's song "Stay." One withstood the pressure. The other crumbled.
October 10, 2012 Tonight on ABC, country music meets serial drama. Nashville is set to make its prime-time debut with Friday Night Lights' Connie Britton as an established country music legend and Heroes' Hayden Panettiere as an up-and-coming country starlet. Nashville is already getting rave reviews from critics and industry insiders. Here at WBKR.com, we have an extended look at the pilot. Take a look and see what you think!
October 9, 2012
There are some reality shows out there where you can tell they are acting, but when you find a show where people earn a living doing what they love and are having fun at the same time, then you need to check out "Duck Dynasty" Season 2 on A&E this Wednesday night 10/9 central. It's now firmly established as one of the quirkiest, most enjoyable reality shows on television! I love it and hope you do too!
October 7, 2012 Country Music Month is here! And the excitement is building as we get ready for "The 46th Annual CMA Awards" Thursday, Nov. 1 8|7c on ABC! The fun begins at 5PM with Red Carpet Radio. Then, for the first time in nearly 20 years, The Country Station 92.5 WBKR will broadcast the CMA Awards!
September 29, 2012 Do you remember that show, The Facts of Life, from the 80s? About the boarding school and the teacher and then four of the students and the teacher bought a delicatessen? Or was it a bakery? Well, whatever, do you remember the show?
