Comments on: I AM WHAT I AM – New CD Coming April 20

By: Jerry Barnes

Jerry Barnes — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:53:25 +0000

Many of our fondest memories include working with you and your guys when you chose to come down to United/Western Studios in Hollywood What a pleasure it was for me to engineer “Ramblin Fever” If We’re not Back In Love By Monday” and so many other priceless “Haqggard Trophy’s.” And Joan & I will always recall the great time we shared when viviting your Bakersfield home…you know, the one surrounded by that mote!!

By: Cheryl t. Barker

Cheryl t. Barker — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:49:11 +0000

I am the biggest Hag fan in the whole world just as you are the Biggest Country Star in the whole world. Thank you for giving the Whole World the Best Country Music ever Sung or Written.

By: Cheryl t. Barker

Cheryl t. Barker — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:19:35 +0000

I am so looking forward to being Center stage at your April 29 show in Macon Georgia, thank you so much for all you do.

By: Gerry Axvig

Gerry Axvig — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 23:37:55 +0000

Hi:
You have always been number 1 of all the country singers. GERRY
My favorite has been “Daddy Frank” and “My Favorite Memory” and “Big City”.

By: J L

J L — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:34:01 +0000

Hey Merle .youre the best singer and song writer in the world , IVE been listening to you since i was 15 year old you have always been my idol and hero

By: Tina Moore

Tina Moore — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:05:02 +0000

I just really love you and your music. I have been listening to since i was a little girl. My daddy played your music all the time.

By: jackie patterson

jackie patterson — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 01:07:55 +0000

Loving your music as always & cannot wait to get that new cd. You have always touched my heart through your voice. Thank you for always being so devoted to your fans & taking the time for comments

By: joey benard

joey benard — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 04:53:40 +0000

IM IN JACKSON TN I HEAR KENNY VERNON TALK ALOT ABOUT YOUR FRIENDSHIP AND I THINK WHAT THIS WORLD NEEDS IS PEOPLE WHO APPERCIATE TRUE FRIENDS MERLE I WISH YOU WOULD COME TO JACKSON TN AND DO A SIMPLE (NO LIGHTS AND WHATEVER) SHOW MABY YOU AND KENNY GOD BLESS KEEP THE MUSIC COMING

By: Jessene

Jessene — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 17:21:36 +0000

I grew up listening to my Dad sing your songs.

By: Mary D.

Mary D. — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 06:52:52 +0000

I also listened to Merle while driving to work at 5:00 am., I have many memories from listening to Merle and will always continue thinking of the moments which were so dear to me and of those that were in my life. “Today I started loving you Again”

Merle is a legend !

By: Bobby Gibson

Bobby Gibson — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:39:11 +0000

Merle, I was just listening to you sing, “No Bodys Darlin But Mine” You’ve still got it Pal. Hope to pick with you again someday. Bobby

By: cody

cody — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 01:37:28 +0000

Theres alot that I would like to say mostly just wished I could have been able to sit around the fire and play your songs with you

By: Beverly

Beverly — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 19:37:17 +0000

Thanks for all the good music.
It’s much enjoyed and much appreciated.

By: Lesajune

Lesajune — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 23:06:27 +0000

Mr, Haggard
I love your music and have for many years, I heard a song I never herd before The Farmers Daughters, Well the song fit my dad and i to a tee. I heard the song on the night of my Wedding Reception and it was the Daddy Daughter dance when the band played that song. I was Married June 8 2001 and lost my Dad to liver Cancer on June 27 2001 so that song has a lot of meaning for me. Now when I hear it, it takes me back to that night with my Dad and your last dance. Thank you with all my Heart for that song it hold a special place in my heart and all ways will,May God Bless you and your Family. Lesajune

By: scottie

scottie — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 02:37:22 +0000

AFTER OVER FORTY YEARS OF LISTENING TO 8TRACKS THEN CASSETTE TAPES AND NOW CD’S , MERLE HAGGARD AND GEORGE JONES ARE STILL THE ALL TIME GREATEST , INDIVIDUALLY OR AS A DUO, IT JUST DON’T GET ANY BETTER THAN THE HAG. & POSSUM .

By: Bobbie Sue

Bobbie Sue — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 04:32:47 +0000

My Momma & Daddy both past away a year ago this March,…. the last song she heard was Silver Wings,it was her favorite,i grew up you were always there,..My Momma & Daddy both loved you and I do to,was singen The Bottle Let Me Down by the time I was 5,.knew every word of it,God Bless you and good luck on your new Cd,……..I will be getten it ,….for my Momma!

By: dean conroy

dean conroy — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 22:55:17 +0000

hello merle im from new zealand i am a fan of yours listened to every album youve made your a true legend i teach music and my 7 year old son can play drums hoping he will follow in my footsteps we jam together and one song we sing is lonsome fugitive our favourite keep making the wonderful music you have brought to us over the years all the best from the land of the long white cloud aotearoa new zealand

By: Ron

Ron — Tue, 18 May 2010 18:18:11 +0000

Merle, I got hooked on your music when I was in the Army in FT.Richardson, Alaska back in 1981 (Big City) got me hooked . I saw you in St.Paul, Mn. June 5, 1993, and just saw you again in Mesa, Az. on May 9th You just keep getting better n better. I have about 700+ CD’s and I have more of your music than any other artist out there, and for good reason YOU ARE THE BEST!!!! Thanks and keep up the great work. I’m going on 50 and hope I look as good as you do when I get to be your age…………….51? hehe!!!

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 07 May 2010 00:10:23 +0000

I live in a little town called Celina,TN on the beautiful Dale Hollow Lake. I was singing along with you on the radio along with mom when I was little enough to stand in the front seat of her Monte Carlo on the way to town. Some of my best memories include your music. Parkin with my girl, partyin on the lake with friends and just gettin through the day. Alot of my life has played out with your music in the background and I wouldnt of had it any other way. Im 36 now but you are part of ” My greatest memories of all”. I still listen to you often and wish you all the best..I hope to meet you someday…

By: Kim

Kim — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:34:45 +0000

You and I have enjoyed the worst of times and the best of times, you’ve danced with my mother when I was a pup and you’ve carried me through some horrible and great moments in my life for this I thank you my friend.

By: Nikole

Nikole — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 03:08:18 +0000

Merle I’m a HUGE FAN of you my grandpa((RICHARD)) got me in to your music I luv it country peaple like us can realy relate to it & every now an again we will hear one of your funny songs like we don’t smoke mariwana(( I spelled that wrong I
kno)) in muskcogee down here in peggs Oklahoma were a BIG fan
of that. song. And if it’s not to much trouble could you PLEASE come to Tulsa Oklahoma I realy want to go to your concert . OH yEah by the way my name is Nikole love u tons and keep doing wat ur doin we luv ya down here in peggs & muskcogee haha GOD BLESS YOU TAKE CARE AND I HOPE TOO SEE YOU SOON

By: Elizabeth ink

Elizabeth ink — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:44:27 +0000

Awesome show at Stagecoach! It was the highlight of my weekend! I was up in the front with a big ol’ smile on my face!

I’ve played trombone since I was a kid and if I could play with anybody, it would be you.

See ya at Ink N Iron!!!

By: Elizabeth ink

Elizabeth ink — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:05:28 +0000

Hag, your new album is brilliant! I love the wide array of musical influence, specially in the horns. And it does truly provide some comfort to hear the issues Americans are facing today in a song. Thanks for putting a voice to them again! And of course for singing the songs that ring so true to the heart. You’ve included all the elements of a classic Hag album. Everything that’s always made you so great and such a voice for the American people!!!

By: seth

seth — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 16:16:12 +0000

wow is all i can say!!!!! merle i be there are alot of guys that are 74 that would love to sound the way you do!!!! not saying your old!! lol.. great cd if you dont have it go grab it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks merle…

By: Janet

Janet — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 02:03:39 +0000

Got a new Tattoo about 4 weeks ago. It’s a huge star that reads “Twinle Twinkle Lucky Star.” Love all of your music. It truly is a gift. I can’t wait to get your new C.D.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:29:30 +0000

Merle, Heard a clip from the CD this morning on PBS radio. Wow, you just keep getting better and better. Thanks !!!!!

By: Marko W. Self

Marko W. Self — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:33:12 +0000

Merle, What an inspiration to the millions of fans thru the years you have provided us with your music and song telling. Im a former traveling musician aged 57 and last I saw you perform was years ago at the circle theatre in Santa clara ca. I saw Your Son Marty and Daughter at Sharkeys Nugget in Gardnerville years ago. Oh the stories ! Thats for another time and place. God bless you and yours always. Long live Oildale and the checkerboard.

By: dj

dj — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:40:21 +0000

Hag,
You did it again! Just a great album that fits in perfectly with “If I could Fly” and “The Peer Sessions”. I LOVE “Live and Love Always”; more Theresa please!!!

Anyway–terrific music…keep up the good work and more importantly, keep speaking out on the political issues. When you talk, folks listen.

By: sourkrauter

sourkrauter — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 06:07:11 +0000

Mr. Haggard….
I hadn’t a clue that you were releasing a new album today, shows how much I pay attention. So, I had a listen and I like what I heard. Anyway, I love your music and hope to see you play it soon. See you at the Palace… All the best!

By: Joanne

Joanne — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 23:57:08 +0000

Got I Am What I Am today………. and I am so glad that you are what you are…… Awesome new music.

By: kathy mills

kathy mills — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 23:07:05 +0000

Hey Merle! Hope you read all these comments I am looking forward to the new CD as I have everything else you have ever done. My favorite is still “The Way I Am.” I have seen you perform many times and am always thrilled with the show. My favorite venue was the Arena Theatre in Houston. So intimate a setting..felt like everyone could see and hear well.
I remember once at the Rodeo in Houston, you started singing “That’s The Way Love Goes” and a young couple (about 21) got up and started dancing in the aisle. I Loved It…just proved that your music spans generations.
Anyway, thanks for the lovely memories and the wonderfully entertaining music. You are a National Treasure.

By: Thomas Ellis

Thomas Ellis — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 18:57:05 +0000

Been a Merle Haggard fan from the start, and the Strangers the is none better . . . And there is only one Merle Haggard.

By: Robert Ford

Robert Ford — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:17:29 +0000

Mighty Merle Haggard……….! Wow what a musician, what a legend ! My all time favorite country….no just all time favorite singer, period.!!!!!! Thanks for all the wonderful music, smiles, tears and memories Merle. Your music has accompanied every campfire I have ever sat beside. and that my friend is a lot! Thank you once again for the music and thank you for a venue to post a comment, Sincerly….Robert Ford aka Gator Bob.

By: john

john — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:28:10 +0000

new brunswick moncton canada iwould just like to say that you are the best . keep on rocking man.

By: Jos

Jos — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:49:15 +0000

I’m a Merle fan from The Netherlands. I like to listen to Merle’s music and watch the DVD’s of his concerts, at Billy Bob’s.
I bought the CD ‘I am what I am’ today at I-tunes. I like it very much. Merle at his best. A true living legend!

By: Stan Billing

Stan Billing — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 04:25:40 +0000

Hi Merle, I`m here in Australia listening to a preview of your new album.Even better than I had expected
You are like red wine, getting better with age. Wish you would tour Australia again one day. Been listening to you for years and I hope there is plenty to go yet. Keep them songs coming Merle.

By: carmen brandt

carmen brandt — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:19:05 +0000

Dear Merel; can’t wait until your new C.D. gets here,my husband got me hooked on you and your music. You are on all the time, sometimes during the nite one of us will say aloud Merel’s on.Our family and friends think we are both becoming a little strange that we share our space with you and yours. Keep on singing to us we love every song you have done,My very favorite is Silver Wings. We will see you in MICHIGAN soon.always Ken and Carmen Brandt

By: Charles Tidd

Charles Tidd — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 12:54:08 +0000

April 20, can’t wait it’s my birthday and you release a new CD, it doesn’t get any better than this. Keep up the great work – your the best.

By: peggy

peggy — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:16:44 +0000

Merle,you haveabsolutely been my favorite singer forever.I listen to you on xm radio.My husband & i have seen Leona Williams in Branson,Mo.The reason I mentioned her is because your songs go together.Hope to see you again in concert soon.

By: Nancy McAllester

Nancy McAllester — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 22:18:57 +0000

I listened to some of the songs from your new CD on NPR yesterday and they are classic Haggard. I have been a fan for some 40 years. You never cease to amaze me with your music. There is something always for everyone on your albums. Bud you are the best. Your songs touch my soul in so many ways. See you in Vegas.

By: Taru Elkama

Taru Elkama — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 17:29:38 +0000

Great! I’ve been waiting this CD. It’s great that you still make people happy with your songs.

By: janet madison

janet madison — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:46:57 +0000

DYNAMIC music Merle…have had my CD preordered for sometime ..cant wait to get it in my hand but have already heard it around the clock here on your site.Stranger in the City..its you Merle!! Oil Tanker Train its you Merle!!!!!!!!I can wait again to see you in person.Hey Theresa good job on Live and Love Always. Theresa you are so very fortunate to have a husband like Merle.Just both of you keep up the music..I live for Merle music and MERLE.God Bless all your endeavors and once agan CANT WAIT to see you both.Love you so much..Hey how about a DVD now??Since I have had the greatest and fortunate time of sharing the biggest thrill of my life of sharing moments with the both of you your music is so much more special to me than anything.I can just see what you write about and sing about .If there was ever a time for sure in this world that we ALL neeed MERLE music its now.For you all the way and always will be.AGAIN great CD!!!!

By: Bud Messenger

Bud Messenger — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:42:55 +0000

Hi Merle.It is great to know about your new album.I know it will be one of the best in your life.I have been a fan ever sence you began.I do have every song you have recorded and i still play them almost every day.Good Luck and God Speed to you …Bud

By: Sharon

Sharon — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 08:55:51 +0000

Hi Merle, thank you yet again for another great album. I will cherish this new album when it arrives as much as the other 70 odd albums I own. I think that you are an inspiration to up and coming artists, if onjly they could sing like you do, and take me to the places you so. I only have to close my eyes and listen to your music and you take me to another world, a world far better than the one I live in. Thank you so much for the special talent that you share with us all. fan for life, Sharon

By: Kenny Reed

Kenny Reed — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:36:35 +0000

merle i have been a friend you never met but maybe one day we will met you are as solid as a rock god bless you and your family kenny reed mobile al

By: Wheel

Wheel — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:22:11 +0000

At 55, of course I heard you growing up but never listened much until the Dead covered Mama Tried. Saw you in Reno (and Freddie Powers)and Boise over the years I’ve lived in the west. My young daughter went to see your drummer years ago and got a kick how the “older” women kept cruising up to the stage for a closer look at you. It always was in pairs since they we’re embarassed to go alone. I enjoyed the bands; all of them but particularly the ones with Eldon and Tiny. See you later this sping. Great album on NPR today!

By: Ronald Erling Andreassen

Ronald Erling Andreassen — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:36:28 +0000

Hi Merle, i have always been a great fan of you and your country music.I have many cd and dvd and I,m love them all. Regards Ronald from Norway

By: harry

harry — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:44:54 +0000

merle,is one of the best ,like Johnny Cash

By: zac

zac — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:57:45 +0000

Merle,
I’m nineteen and a college student from Michigan. I can remember singing along to your c.d. 1994 while visiting my grandparents (I was 4), and I just want to let you know that you still reach younger people with your music. Every song you perform and record is unique, and I haven’t found one that I don’t like. My best friend and I are going to come see you at the Crawford County Fair this summer (I know it’s in Missouri, but it’s worth the drive.) We had tickets to your show at the Soaring Eagle last year, but for some reason the show was cancelled… Anyways keep the good music coming, and we’ll see you this summer.

Zac

By: Van Williamson

Van Williamson — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 14:24:02 +0000

Hi Merle….I’m a producer at Morning Edition at National Public Radio. I’ll be talking down the line to you in about an hour about your new CD and maybe a few ruminations about the state of….whatever. Very much looking forward to producing this interview; I’ve been a fan for many years, am a guitar player myself, and wish I had a dollar for every Merle Haggard song I’ve sung in a thousand nitespots over the years. Loved every second of it, of course. Hope you like the piece, which will be on in a couple weeks. I’ll let Tresa know.