Music
Cliffie Stone, who wrote several country music hits before making his mark hosting country-themed radio and television shows, where his keen eye for new talent boosted the careers of several famous performers, has died.
Jan. 20, 1998
Cliffie Stone, the eclectic producer, performer and Pygmalion who gave the world such stars as Tennessee Ernie Ford and earned the nickname “Mr.
Jan. 21, 1998
Curtis Stone had a double case of the jitters last Monday night in Nashville--one for himself and one for his dad.
Oct. 16, 1989
“I don’t really know what the hell I am,” Cliffie Stone claims, at age 76. “I haven’t grown up yet.
May 6, 1993
Cliffie Stone, once a well-known television host and now an impresario in the country-western world, said Tuesday that he had tried for most of the night before to write a eulogy for his friend Tex Williams.
Oct. 16, 1985
I’m sorry, Patrick Goldstein, but I’m really getting tired of hearing that Tipper Gore is “anti-rock” or “against free speech” (“No Justice for Pre-Presidential Peccadilloes,” Nov. 22).
Dec. 13, 1987
Big Sandy & the Fly-Rite Boys are one forward-looking retro band.
March 29, 1993
Entertainment & Arts
He discovered a star--Tennessee Ernie Ford--and has his own on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
March 6, 1992
Travel & Experiences
Texas guitarist Jake Andrews, just 17 in April, plays guitar and sings as if he’s not a day shy of 35.
July 24, 1997
The funny thing is, Cliffie Stone didn’t grow up in the Southwest.
March 28, 1986