TWO visits so far this year to A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor give fans all over the world the chance to hear Suzy and all of APHC on the web. 
Didn't catch the APHC broadcast?, The archive from the 2/9 show is now on-line
.  What an opportunity to hear some of Suzy's hits backed by the All Star Shoe Band with several special guests AND to hear Suzy with Garrison on several new gems as well.  
Suzy also shares her "perfect pitch" talents as part of the Guy Noir sketch.... Don't miss it!
http://prairiehome.publicradio.org/programs/2008/02/09/

The Prairie Home Companion January 19th show audio archive is now available.
   Suzy has several segments.  Don't miss the "Guy Noir" segment (which includes Suzy) and the short "Too Far Gone" at the closing credits.
Also be sure to check out Alison Balsom's segments.

Second Trip to Wintery St. Paul For Suzy
February 9, 2008

A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor brings Suzy back to the Fitzgerald for an encore appearance in just a couple weeks.   Suzy shares the stage with stellar musicians Sam Bush, Butch Thompson, Pat Donohue, John Niemann, J.T. Bates, Joe Savage, and the All Star shoe Band.

Didn't catch the APHC broadcast?, The archive from the 2/9 show is now on-line.  What an opportunity to hear some of Suzy's hits backed by the All Star Shoe Band with several special guests AND to hear Suzy with Garrison on several new gems as well.  Suzy also shares her "perfect pitch" talents as part of the Guy Noir sketch.... Don't miss it!

Sold out shows and splendid reviews testimony to Suzy's UK Fans!! J
anuary 30, 2008

We published a couple of Reviews from this past week's shows.. Suzy also did a number of interviews prior to returning to the UK with her band.  Several articles and media interviews appeared.
Here's a couple examples:
 http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article3200306.ece
http://www.thestar.co.uk/news/Nashville-magic-of-captivating-Suzy.3687089.jp
If you know of others, please let us know at Webmaster@bogguss.com

Suzy Returns to A Prairie Home Companion For First Show From St. Paul In 2008 
January 9, 2008

Suzy will be off to the UK in a couple week but first, she's going to travel to the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul Minnesota to share the stage once again with Garrison Keillor on A Prairie Home Companion.  Suzy is sheduled for the Friday, January 18th Live Performance and the Saturday January 19th Live Broadcast of the show.   Any chance the trench coat wearing, Sweet Danger Suzy, might meet up with Guy Noir, Private Eye... who knows .... but its definately worth tuning in to see what role Garrison finds for Suzy this time..   Suzy's last visit to Prairie Home was on October 20, 2007.

Be sure to check local listing for the air time on your local PBS affiliate as the show is usually rebroadcast a 2nd time the same week.  You can also listen to the show live on-line at the link below

 We expect it to also be available at the Prairie Home archives at some point.   For those in or near St. Paul, there may even be a possibility of still getting tickets.  (particularly for the Friday night  Live Performance)..
More info available at: www.prairiehome.org
Archive of the show is at: prairiehome.publicradio.org/programs/2008/01/19/
Be sure to check out the Guy Noir sketch (Features Suzy) and the snippet of "Too Far Gone" during the closing credits for a little more Suzy.

Suzy, Kathy Mattea, American Heart Association Photo Shoot
January 9, 2008

Suzy and Kathy Mattea are going to be posing for the camera in a photo session.  We can't say it better than Suzy  when she said, " Tomorrow, doing a photo shoot with Kathy for Country Weekly.  It is for The American Heart Association so we'll be dressed in red!  Woohoo!"   

Keep an eye on Country Weekly and we'll pass along the publication data as soon as we know it.

Suzy Adds Two More Benefits to Schedule 
January 4, 2008

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY CALT BENEFIT
Suzy will perform at a benefit for Iowa State University's Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation (CALT) at the Ohnward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa, Iowa on Saturday, February 16th, 2008. The CALT is part of a new program to help farmers understand tax, retirement and estate planning issues.   As part of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State, the center holds Farm Tax Schools each year in addition to publishing numerous articles on the subjects.
For more information see: .  www.calt.iastate.edu

SONGS FOR SUDAN BENEFIT
Suzy will be part of the Songs For Sudan benefit at the Belcourt Theater in Nashville, TN February 26th, 2008.  .   Enjoy a night of great singers, songwriters, and pianists with 100% of the proceeds going directly to train teachers and develop schools in post-war South Sudan via Aid Sudan, a 501(c)3, faith-based organization.

Artists appearing include:
Suzy Bogguss--multi-platinum recording artist transitioning from country music to the more diverse styles included on her new album Sweet Danger.
John Barlow Jarvis--Grammy award winning pianist/songwriter who has written hits for groups like the Judds, including "Love Can Build a Bridge."
Steve Leslie--songwriter and guitarist whose songs have been recorded by George Straight, Daryl Worley, and others. His diverse songs include influences from jazz to country to other genres of music.
Will Barrow--Grammy award winning pianist and songwriter who has played and recorded with a diverse group of artists including Suzy Bogguss, Ronnie Laws, Rosie Flores, and Vickie Sue Robinson.
David Crossman --award-winning composer and Christian recording artist.

Suzy One of Many to Perform at 15th Annual Alive at the Bluebird Benefit Series 
December 27, 2007

Nashville's infamous Bluebird Cafe has a January schedule filled with well known singers and prolific song writers all performing benefit shows for the Alive Hospice. Suzy, Kim Carnes, Matraca Berg & friends are scheduled for Friday January 11th.

A few other examples: Hal Ketchum, Gary Nicholson, Bill Burnett & Shawn Camp open the series on Wednesday January 2nd.   Jon Vezner, Kathy Mattea, Pat Donohue & Kim Richey are scheduled for Wednesday January 9th.   Vince Gill, Amy Grant & friends on the 23rd

Current Schedule: www.alivehospice.org/bluebird/2008%20Calendar.pdf
Or visit the Bluebird site:  www.bluebirdcafe.com
For more information on Alive Hospice please visit: www.alivehospice.org
Shows are expected to sell out quickly but may also be available online at: www.bluebirdcafesl.com

Suzy Interview at puremusic.com a real gem !!
December 20, 2007

Suzy did an interview with .Frank Goodman from puremusic.com.  Frank starts with a very positive review of Sweet Danger and continues for an multi-page interview with Suzy.   While Suzy is often quite candid and open in interviews, this ones stands out at providing a great deal of insight into what went into Sweet Danger and what makes Suzy "tick."    More than just a printed "sound bite," this is one of those wonderful extended interviews where Suzy had a chance to relax and take some time talking about her music along with the stellar musicians she's worked with. 

Check out the interview in Edition #82 at: http://puremusic.com/

Suzy Article to appear in UK's Maverick Monthly 
December 14, 2007

The January 2008 issue of Maverick Music Magazine in the UK includes a 2 page article on Suzy.   The Magazine is available now at Newstands in the UK or can be ordered on-line at www.maverick-country.com.  

Its great to see Suzy back in print. She will return to the UK for 4 shows at the end of January.

Suzy Appears on New Swing Street CD from Paul Kramer
December 14, 2007

Paul Kramer has graced the stage with Suzy on numerous occasions.  He also wrote several of the songs on Suzy's Swing CD.   Paul has just released a new CD called Swing Street.    The CD includes 2 songs that were also on Swing. Paul performs It's All About You and Picadilly Circus.with new interpretations from Suzy's versions on Swing.   Suzy sings background vocals on the CD. Charlie Chadwick who has also performed with Suzy was also part of the project. 

Swing Street at CDBaby: http://cdbaby.com/cd/paulkramer

Paul on MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/paulkramerswingstreet   (Be sure to listen to Animal Attraction)

Suzy To Guest Co-Host BBC2's Broadcast of November 7th CMA Awards 
October 17, 2007

Suzy will be co-hosting the BBC2 broadcast of this year's CMA awards live from Nashville's Sommet Center on November 7th.  Suzy and BBC host Paul Sexton will be backstage talking to all the winners and nominees for the BBC's international audience.

Listen online to the archive: www.bbc.co.uk/radio2/musicclub/event_cma07.shtml
Click on one of the "Listen again" Links

Suzy will be on the Nick Barraclough Smoothe Operations show in the UK. 
October 17, 2007

SNick Barraclough's show airs Sundays 5PM to 8PM on Several FM Stations or DAB Digital Radio. The show originates in London. The air date is not yet announced but we hope to announce it here.   You can also listen on-line. 
For more info check out check out: www.smoothoperations.com/barraclough.htm

Suzy's visit to Mountain Stage is scheduled to air the week of October 26th.
Suzy's portion was recorded during her visit to Mountain Stage on September 23rd
www.mountainstage.org/html/radio/RADIO.html
Check for stations and air times here.
www.mountainstage.org/html/radio/MScarriage0106.html

Suzy's show now active at the On-line archive (For a limited time) at:
www.mountainstage.org/html/playlists/playlist_calendar.html

Suzy appeared on Prairie Home Companion October 20th!
October 20, 2007
The show originated from Ovens Auditorium in Charlotte, NC.  Suzy performed Even If That Were True and Bus Ride from Sweat Danger. She sang "My Dixie Darling," the hymn "It is well with my Sole" with a couple of Garrison's extra verses, the Powder Milk Biscuits medley, and closing "The next time I'm town."  She also did a duet of "Gold Watch and Chain" with Garrison. Suzy sang part of Somewhere Over The Rainbow and a rap song snippet (You move me) as part of the Charlotte Charmain skit

Listen to the archive and view a few pictures at: http://prairiehome.publicradio.org/programs/2007/10/20/
Visit the Prairie Home site at: www.prairiehome.org

Suzy to appear on Prairie Home Companion (NPR Radio)
This Saturday, October 20th!
The show will be originating from Ovens Auditorium in Charlotte, NC.
Suzy expects to perform at least one song from Sweet Danger, a duet wtih Garrison and its rumored she may be included in one of the sketches.  TUNE IN!
Check local NPR listings or listen on the web
www.prairiehome.org

MUSIC VIDEOS AT SUZYBOGGUSS.COM
August 24, 2007

Been a while since you've seen Suzy's Drive South, Letting Go or Hey Cinderella videos?
You can watch them at SuzyBogguss.com/musicvideos.htm
AND
Some here are some links to recent media appearances
Milwaukee, WI: www.themorningblend.com/NewsArticle/tabid/1474/xmid/14664/Default.aspx
Portland, ME: www.wcsh6.com/news/article.aspx?storyid=68764
Quad Cities: www.wqad.com/Global/SearchResults.asp?vendor=wss&qu=bogguss

Suzy Shares A Fan's Recipe ... "The Taste of Homemade Candy Apples" 
August 24, 2007

Suzy recently received this recipe from a fan who said it reminder her of her favorite new song from Sweet Danger. Do you know which one?  Suzy liked it so much she asked us to pass it along.   We've also started a new topic on the Message Board at SuzyBogguss.com for recipes you thing Suzy would like or like this one, is somehow tied to one of Suzy's song.

Firecracker Candy Apples (the name is what did it.....)

8 small red delicious apples
8 wooden ice cream sticks
3 cups sugar
1/2 c. corn syrup
1/2 c. red-hot candies
1/2 t. red food coloring
1 c. water

Wash and dry apples.  Insert sticks into each through the stem end.
Heat sugar, corn syrup, red-hots, food coloring, and water in a saucepan over medium heat.  Stir frequently until sugar and candies are dissolved.  Boil until mixture reaches hard-ball stage.
Remove from heat and dip apples into mixture.
Place apples on greased baking sheet to cool for at least an hour before eating.
ENJOY!!

Suzy Part of Song Of America CD Set
August 19, 2007

Suzy Joins a wide variety of artists as part of a 50 song three CD set entitled Song of America.  The CD set is scheduled for release September 18th .    Suzy rendition of Rosie the Riviter is included on CD number two, track 16. Other participating artists include, Bethe Nielsen Chapman, BR549, The Mavericks, Old Crow Medicine Show, The Del McCoury Band, Kim RIchey, Janis Ian, John Mellencamp, The Wrights, and a whole lot more.   The Collection, was envisioned by former US Attorney General Janet Reno and producer Ed Pettersen. The set was produced by Pettersen, Bob Olhsson and Grammy-winning producer David Macias.   Click here for Press Release

Suzy's WWS Tour Mate's CD in US Stores now
August 11, 2007

Gretchen Peters, songsmith extrodinair and Suzy's Wine Women & Song tour mate has released her latest CD.  The CD, Burnt Toast & Offerings was first released in the UK but as of August 7th became available in the US.  Check out Gretchen and the making of Burnt Toast & Offerings at www.gretchenpeters.com
 

Suzy's Sings Duet Ring Of Fire on Brad Colerick's CD Lines In The Dirt
July 9, 2007

Suzy has known Brad Colerick since they were both stuggling performers years ago.  Brad is releasing his 2nd CD after nearly 20 years of writing music for commercials.  Suzy performed with Brad at 12th and Porter in Nashville earlier this year. When Suzy hear his slow, smokey reinvention of the Johnny Cash hit Ring Of Fire she asked if he would consider making it a duet. As luck would have it, he did, and the stunning results are featured on Brad's Lines In The Dirt CD.   The CD is scheduled to be available in stores Tuesday, July 10th as well as from on-line CD outlets, www.bradcolerick.com, and ITunes.

If you'd like to preview the CD go to www.bradcolerick.com, click on MUSIC, and then LINES IN THE DIRT.  For those in and around eastern Nebraska, Brad has several dates in Lincoln and Omaha scheduled as release parties for the CD.   Check out "Shows" at his website!!

TakeCountryBack.com Does Article on Suzy's And Sweet Danger CD
June 15, 2007

TakeCountryBack.com has an article on Suzy and Sweet Danger entitled "SuzyBogguss Is In Sweet Danger This Fall" which includes a photo from Suzy's Photo Shoot for The upcoming CD.  Read the entire article at the link below
Link: takecountryback.wordpress.com/2007/06/14/suzy-bogguss-is-in-sweet-danger-this-fall/

Suzy's Latest NewsLetter (June 15th) Introduces Suzy's Webisodes (Suzy TV)
June 15, 2007

Suzy's ENewLetter came out today with several items of interest to Suzy Fans.  If you're not on Suzy's Mailing List, you can sign up at SuzyBogguss.com.  Don't Miss out, sign up today!!
Suzy is producing approximately 12 Webisodes into the making of Sweet Danger but she can explain it much better than we can so click on the Suzy TV Button on the home page and check out Webisode #1.

Pat Bergeson Releases Tribute to Chet Atkins
April 27, 2007

A familiar face to Suzy's fans, extrodinary guitarist Pat Bergeson pays tribute to his mentor Chet Atkins with a new CD entitled Country Gentleman, A Tribute to Chet Atkins.

Suzy, along with Jon Randall contribute their talents on the CD's track, Please Help Me I'm Falling. 

The CD is now available from Green Hill Music: www.greenhillproductions.com
The CD page is: www.greenhillproductions.com/ghTitlePage.asp?P=5528

Pam Tillis Records Betting Money On Love
April 27, 2007
Pam Tillis has just released her latest CD, Rhinestoned, to critical acclaim The CD, which released on April 17th, includes a track written by Suzy's Husband, Doug Crider and Verlon Thompson.  At a recent show she performed Bettin' Money On Love and mentioned that she was surprised Suzy hadn't already recorder it.

Check out Pam's website at : www.pamtillis.com
Listen to song clips, including "Bettin' Money On Love" at:: www.pamtillis.com/listen.html
Available at many retail locations and at: www.pamtillis.com/store/store.php

Letting Go To Be Released to Radio
April 7, 2007

Suzy's, Letting Go is one of 17 inspirational songs by country artists that are being brought together on a new CD by Word Records.  Letting Go will be the first single off the CD.  The single's release to Christian and Country radio conincides with the upcoming spring graduation season so we're hoping fans will have the chance to hear Suzy on the radio again real soon.
The CD is scheduled for Release: Tuesday May 01, 2007

Contibuting artists and Track list:
1. Randy Travis - Angels
2.  Tammy Cochran - Angels In Waiting
3.  Jeff Carson - Butterfly Kisses
4.  Wynonna - Come Some Rainy Day
5.  Mindy Smith - Come To Jesus
6.  Holly Dunn - Daddy's Hands
7.  Kellie Coffey - Dance With My Father
8.  Billy Ray Cyrus - Face Of God
9.  Steve Holy - Go Home
10 The Judds - Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Old Days)
11. Tim McGraw - Grown Men Don't Cry
12. Tracy Lawrence - Lessons Learned
13. Billy Dean - Let Them Be Little
14. Suzy Bogguss - Letting Go
15. Craig Morgan - That's What I Love About Sunday
16. Sawyer Brown - The Walk
17. Clay Davidson - Unconditional

Word Records: www.wordrecords.com
Word Records Store: www.wordrecords.com/store
CDUniverse Listing: Click here