Wade's single, Is It Already Time, has been sent to radio
Contact your local station and request it.
This heart-baring song reveals Wade’s thoughts as he waited for test results to tell him how far his colon cancer had spread.Several members of the Sony/Columbia staff that fostered Wade’s early career have reunited to produce, promote, publicize, market and sell his new music for this worthy cause. They are donating their time and expertise.
It can be downloaded at most digital distribution sites, including Amazon.com and iTunes. Here is a direct link to the iTunes page. All proceeds will benefit the Colon Cancer Alliance.
For more information you can find excellent in-depth articles at these sites:
Wade Hayes Wins Cancer Fight, Talks 'Time' Single & Rush of Support
Billboard.com
Old Friends Come Together for Wade Hayes
Nashville.com
Cancer survivor Wade Hayes finds renewed life purpose, releases ...
Examiner.com
Former Columbia Staffers Re-Group To Help Their Old Friend Wade Hayes
All Access Music Group
Blue Highways TV - to air The Music Row Show
I hope your cable provider carries this station in your area. Mine does not. At the Blue Highways site, you can enter your zip code and learn if you are able to view it.
Blue Highway TV
The August 12th interview that Wade did with The Music Row Show hosts, Scott and Heino, at the WSM-AM 650 studio in the Opryland Hotel was videoed for Blue Highways TV. It was a 2 hour show; Wade was on the last half.
We stood in the hall outside the studio. The pictures aren't half bad, considering they were made on an iPhone through the glass wall. You can see them at
WOWW-Pics.com.
Wade's Health
Fighting Stage IV colon cancer that has spread to the liver is a treacherous event. At every step of the process - surgery - chemo - follow-up, Wade has exceeded the doctor's expectations, and they are high-fiving about his progress. He continues to get stronger and his blood numbers are improving as his liver is regenerating. The doctors have said he has a healthy "Cadillac" liver." Since surgery left him with a one-quarter liver, it is especially comforting to know that it is continuing to improve. He is eager to be out there promoting the new single and performing. He knows and deeply appreciates that your prayers and support have been a strong part of his "miracle" progress. He continues to covet those prayers.
Due to a malfunction in the last surgery, Wade is going to need another surgical procedure. He can't travel at this time.
Show Notes
Puckett's - August 11
I always enjoy the writer's night shows at Puckett's. It's an acoustic performance in a relaxed atmosphere, usually with 3 or 4 writers. Wade was the center writer this evening, with Kenny Beard on his right side and Ward Davis on his left. Kenny is a well-established writer and Ward is an up and coming one. Ward was a co-writer on Wade's Right Where I Want You. The writers take turns singing and usually giving some background information on the song. And Puckett's has great food, too! Lighting wasn't good, but we've put a few pictures up anyway. Puckett's Pics
Here's the playlist:
| Wade |
| Don't Make Me Come to Tulsa |
| I Can't Get Close Enough to You |
| Is It Already Time? |
| I'm Getting' Too Old For This |
| Right Where I Want You |
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| Ward |
| Somewhere Lonely |
| So What If I Do |
| Geronimo |
| I Want a Love |
| I Know Your Kind |
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| Kenny |
| My Second Home |
| Country Heart |
| If the World Had a Front Porch |
| Today a Lonely Fool |
| Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagles Fly |
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25th Annual Pioneer Days - Eagleville, TN - September 8
Gorgeous day for an hour's drive from Nashville. Thank goodness the morning's rain had quit. We anticipated that we'd be in mud. It wasn't too bad because it was clay and the water drained off of it well. A goodly crowd was there of locals and fans of Wade who'd travelled to the show. I spotted friends from Missouri, Iowa, California, Georgia and South Carolina.
Sound system problems made the show an hour late. It was well worth the wait.The stage was set up on a flat trailer and pulled by a huge semi-cab on to the spot where tractor pulls had been taking place most of the day. We were able to put lawn chairs right next to the stage or stand if we wished. Wade, as he usually does, had a very good band on stage with him. We could call it the 3 Kevins plus two - Kevin Ray on guitar, Kevin Smith on drums and Kevin "Swine" Grantt on bass plus Craig Delphia playing the fiddle - and Wade.
Here's the playlist:
Good Day to Go Crazy
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| On a Good Night |
| The Day that She Left Tulsa |
The Best Part
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What's a Broken Heart For You
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God Made Me (to Love You)
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| Don't Stop |
| What I Meant to Say |
| Orange Blossom Special - featuring Craig Delphia |
| Wichita Lineman |
| Is It Already Time? |
| I'm Getting' Too Old For This |
| I'm Still Dancin' with you |
| Old Enough to Know Better |
Wade greeted individuals after the show. A great show - we would have loved more.
Colon Cancer Alliance
The alliance helps those families with living expenses, when medical expenses are leaving them strapped. It also funds cancer research. Wade has appeared on two of their benefit shows.
Those who might wish to contribute to the Colon Cancer Alliance in honor of Wade can do so at this site:
There are plans for a future concert to benefit the Colon Cancer Alliance. A major country act will join Wade for the event. No, I don't have details, yet. I'll let you know when I do. ~ Helen
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