CC Hagen…

Bloggin’ From the BUS

 

October 12, 2007 –

As most of you know, we are very pumped about playing the new Andy Griggs single, "What If It's Me" on live TV at the Grand Ole Opry tomorrow night!  Be sure to tune your televisions to GAC between 7:00pm & 7:30pm Central to catch us live.  We will also be performing on the 2nd Opry show, between 10:30pm & 11:00pm Central.  Although the 2nd show is not televised, both shows can also be heard live on the internet at www.wsmonline.com  A big thanks to GAC not only for the Opry broadcast, but also for showing us several times last weekend from our Riverfront Concert during CMA Fest this last June here in Nashville.

Thanks for all the emails, calls, and to everyone who has taken the time to sign the guest book. God bless! -Cliff

 

October 11, 2007 –

Wow has it been a busy few months!  This last Sunday we had a blast in Lancaster, PA when we played to 35,000 plus!  If you check the schedule, you'll see the Andy Griggs bus has, in the words of The Doobie Brothers, been "Rockin' Down the Highway."   We've had the pleasure of playing shows with the likes of Tracy Byrd, Tanya Tucker, Trent Tomlinson, Craig Morgan, John Michael Montgomery, Emerson Drive, Danielle Peck and Mark Wills to name a few.  Tracy Byrd and Andy are good friends, so it was alot of fun getting to meet him in Las Vegas.  He gave me a really nice compliment too, so that was very special.  In addition to touring with Andy, I've also been keeping busy here in Nashville.  Last week was the IBMA (International Blugreass Music Association) week here in town, so I was busy pitching a few songs including a bluegrass tune that Dickey Lee, Freddy Weller and I wrote together.   I also had the privilege of seeing one of my true heroes, Mr. Earl Scruggs perform.  What a treat!  In addition, I had the opportunity to attend the Bluegrass Awards show at the Opry House, and had a great seat not too far behind Ricky Skaggs and Alison Krauss.

A special thanks to all the fans who have sent pictures from the road.  Thanks again & keep 'em coming! - Cliff

 

August 7, 2007 –

A big thank you to all the folks in the Midwest who have been sharing my excitement over playing at the Grand Ole Opry and for all your thoughts and prayers.  The media back home has been just wonderful, too!  Several newspapers and radio stations have visited with me about doing stories, so keep your eyes and ears open.  My thanks to the Watertown Public Opinion, the Grant County Review, the Wilmot Enterprise, South Shore Gazette, Brookings Register, KXRB and others for your interest and support.  And thank you to the Sioux Falls Argus Leader and reporter, Jay Kirschenmann for the great interview!  The Argus has graciously offered to do a feature of me in their “Life” section of Friday, August 9th’s edition, which will also be viewable online.

-          There’s no place like home…There’s no place like home…   My sincere appreciation,  - Cliff

 

 

August 6, 2007 –

The excitement is mounting for my first performance at the GRAND OLE OPRY on Saturday.  What a thrill to be on that legendary stage with Nashville Country star, Andy Griggs.  Just when I was thinking, “it doesn’t get any better than this”, I learned that my mother and aunt are flying in for the OPRY show.  Plus all the phone calls, e-mails and well-wishes coming in have been wonderful.  I am truly blessed! 

-          Thanks so much for all the best wishes, congrats and support,  Love ya’ll.  - Cliff

 

 

August 5, 2007 –

The tour is going great!  It’s a pleasure entertaining for such warm and welcoming crowds all over the country.  The reception for Andy Griggs’ new song, “What If It's Me” has been overwhelming and we’re looking forward to a busy summer and the release of his new album.  Check the schedule for updated tour dates.   

-          All the best to you.  - Cliff