I knew all this going into the relationship. You think she would have stayed home..it is a shamesuch talent is gone.ioved all of his songs..i even sing a few of his songs..he was awesome.when a Dr tells your not to leave someone side you do not do it.. Now thats some big bullshit. Some of the questions are about him personally and some are about his music. Waylon's wife, Jessi Colter, answered the door and sent him to the den. Im not saying one is right or wrong, I really have no idea, and Lorrie may have no idea. Whitley moved to Nashville in 1983 and soon signed a record deal with RCA. Dont know how true this is but I always heard Lorrie was told by a dr to not leave Keiths side. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of follow-up comments via e-mail. The UPI article quotes her as referring to when she read the note on the return flight. Sturgill_Jennings77 thanks for sharing that. From the moment Keith Whitley embarked on a music career, success followed closely behind. Do you have a direct link? Healthline states that having an alcohol concentration of 0.40 or higher may cause coma or death. I think that Whiskey Lullabye is a quintessential haunting country song, performed perfectly by Paisley and Krauss. Born in Ashland, Kentucky, Whitley grew up in nearby Sandy Hook, Kentucky. 8:14 am. , Stambler, Irwin, and Grelun Landon (2000). Sometimes dying young inflates a persons legacy more so than the persons talent or contribution. He formed his first group, a bluegrass band, at age 13. And by the way, his version of I never go around mirrors is absolutely stunning. In the book, Morgan goes into some fairly lurid details of Keith Whitley's life and death, including accusations of infidelity, and how she couldn't even trust Whitley around alcohol-based toiletries or beauty products due to his addiction, even having to tie his legs to hers at night so he wouldn't sneak out of bed to drink, and how she would have to sometimes accompany him when he used the bathroom to make sure he wouldn't guzzle something on the counter or beneath the sink. Wow. His voice fills me with excitement, sadness, joy and many other emotions. Terri Morrows May 8, 2019 @ I would of busted door or something. His official cause of death was listed as acute ethanolism, according to Autopsy Files. When I still used Facebook and commented about Charlie Robison (maybe even included the link to your page), the first comment was from a friend who lives in Austin, but had not yet heard about his retirement. Lorrie Morgan, with creative control and license to Whitley's namesake, recorded her voice alongside Whitley's, and released it as a single, which rose to No. According to the coroner's report, Keith Whitley died of "Acute Alcohol Poisoning." When his body was found his blood alcohol level was at least six times the legal limit . Trigger I hope his soul is at peace. A Tragic Early Death. He was also known for making gruesome remarks to families and colleagues about deceased individuals, and reportedly kept body parts in jars around his office, home, and rental property. In 1986, Whitley began dating singer Lorrie Morgan, daughter of George Morgan, a Grand Ole Opry star and member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Thanks to you for the site and to the community who read and respond. Shortly thereafter, "I'm No Stranger to the Rain" also earned Whitley his first and only Country Music Association award as a solo artist and a Grammy nomination for Best Country Vocal Performance, Male. He had the best voice and used It felt sacrilegious that Merle was the first opener. One idea was a film version of the George Vescey-Lorrie Morgan-penned "Forever Yours, Faithfully". 1:33 pm. 7:59 am. 11:57 am. This site is the primary one I check for music news (well, news about music Im likely to like or encounter). She loved him with everything she had. Whitley also adopted Lorrie's daughter . It was an absolute tragedy. 3:23 pm. My work requires carefully analyzing what a person says. Whether that was the first reading or not, the emotional reaction, the words he wrote, and how she took them in light of his death are the most significant details. Barry was on his way to his own house in Franklin, Tennessee, when he decided to stop by Waylon's to check on him, knowing how much he loved Keith. He came into his own here. Each song could have been a single & could have reached the top of the charts, there were no throwaways. May 12, 2019 @ There was also an exhibit that displayed instruments, clothes, and other memorabilia that Whitley owned. Hes been touring, she said. He was hands down the best country singer I have ever heard. If I hadn't stopped drinking, I don't think I'd be alive today. Jackie Keith Whitley was a country musician who rose to fame in the '80s. Every time the phone would ring it was in the back of my mind that there was somebody calling to tell me hes been in a wreck or died of alcohol. However, I do not think as some do that a Hall of Fame induction is warranted at this point. Please read this as being sent with the best of intentions and not to be a troll or to nitpick. The detective handling the case also said that he had a large quantity of alcohol the previous night. Whitley was once in a car whose driver attempted to round a curve at 120 miles per hour (190km/h). You are sooooo right. Salina Journal (KS) Thursday, October 27, 1988. Even as much as handcuffing herself to him at night so he couldnt sneak a drink or other things (like mouth wash). Also, to potentially sacrifice yet ANOTHER lifelorries, to fight a fight that, lets face it, youre doomed to lose, is pretty stupid. 9:36 am. After that, Whitley was planning to write some songs to present to Lorrie Morgan after she returned from her album tour for the two to record together. But with Lorrie Morgan out of town that first weekend of May, 1989, there was nobody there to tend to Whitley, or his raging alcoholism. Whitley released his first solo album titled "Hard Act to Follow" in 1984 but didn't have much success. I have said my piece!!! Keith Whitley, Lorrie Morgan, Ralph Stanley, Ricky Skaggs. Regardless, a sad situation all the way around. "Whitley Fans Hate 'To See a Good Man Go To Waste". Before Lorrie Morgan left on her flight, Keith Whitley gave her a greeting card with a note in it, but Lorrie would not open it at the time. I will never forget him and he will always have a place in country music and in my heart. His death came as a shock to the music world, especially when his cause of death was finally revealed to the public. 10:32 am. 6:34 pm. Sir Swamp Gill started writing "Go Rest High on That Mountain" after Whitley's death and finished the song four years later when he lost his brother due to a heart attack. He tried to turn down his Hall of Fame induction until Whitley was in: https://www.savingcountrymusic.com/garth-brooks-tried-to-turn-down-hall-of-fame-induction/. But she knew Whitley's addiction to alcohol was 'always a ticking timebomb.' Advertisement In her only interview since the budding country music superstar died of alcohol abuse May 9, she said. Ive gotten lucky to hang with him a few times and very cool guy who is a good musician in his own right, Jane Reynolds The day after his death, Music Row was lined with black ribbons in memory of Whitley. Joan Shedeck She performed one of his most iconic songs, pouring he Thanks for commenting and offering your insight into this story. Exactly my thoughts. Only Keith could have saved Keith no one else. I just dont see him quite at the level of the other guys. Keith has found dead on a Tuesday after overdosing on alcohol at his home according to some sites. Thank you so much for writing such a great article!! I have been a huge fan of both Keith and Lorries since I was a kid. Thanks again for writing this terrific article!!! May 9, 2019 @ Did Louisa have a hospital in 54? May 8, 2019 @ Whitley became lead singer for Stanley in 1974. 8:43 am. In those days, if she had saved the note to read later, someone would have said she didnt value or appreciate his gesture; if she had read it on the flight out or early in the trip, someone would have said she just treated his card like opening everyday mail and bills instead of treasuring it and treating it as special. Whitley was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead, at the age of 34. That all stopped, however, when he died on May 9, 1989, as reported by AP News. I was honored to have gotten the gig. In 2019, Whitley's legacy to country music was celebrated on the 30th anniversary of his death. A country music singer that couldnt overcome alcohol if only a person would have been with him 24\7 to stop him from alcohol use . According to doctors, he passed away from an accidental alcohol overdose. Kevin Smith You can handle it, Stanley would say to him. ), Diana Clark I know its not of utmost importance, but I wanted to point you to some information on Keiths real birthdate. Sturgill_Jennings77 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) _ Country music singer Keith Whitley, known for wrenching, honky-tonk-style ballads that embraced pain and joy, was found dead at his home Tuesday after overdosing on alcohol, officials said. Whitley also adopted Lorrie's daughter, Morgan, from her first marriage. 12:51 am. Normally I dont get involved anymore and just let the egos have there way, but just felt the record should be set straight from a historical perspective and plus it looks like some of these fans would enjoy it. Were seeing that today where theres actually two different stories behind George Joness lawnmower story. Whitleys latest album, Dont Close Your Eyes, has had three No. Thanks for taking the time to reply. Keith Whitley was 33 years old. Critics regarded the album as too erratic. Im afraid to give it to the rest of these boys. Later Keith Whitley joined J.D. With your Gene Watson and Vern Gosdin comparisons, I would love to see them get into the hall of fame as well on their talent, career achievement and influence. They had partied hard together the entire weekend and he swallowed a small baggie of cocaine he found at Keiths house before he called 911. She also kept his memory alive by releasing music that Whitley was able to record before his death. Several comments mentioned his I Never Go Around Mirrors performanceto me it was legendary. It was himself that Whitley would regularly put in harms way. Whitley was born to Faye Ferguson (editor of The Elliott County News) and Elmer Whitley (an electrician) in Ashland, Kentucky, but was raised 46 miles away in Sandy Hook, and attended Sandy Hook High School. It is a shame that he died so young & so tragically. That didn't stop the singer from releasing a second album the next year. They would have to be deaf and blind not to see his contribution to both these genres of music and his influence on so many Country singers, musicians and songwriters. His career was taking off. Thats a fair response. 56 0 obj <> endobj Whitley was found fully clothed in his bed by his brother-in-law, Lane Palmer, said Lt. Harry Bell of the Goodletsville Police Department just north of Nashville. Although not a fan of Garth, I disagree with you in that his recommendations and influence means nothing for Keiths HOF case. Speaking to individuals about the legacy of Keith Whitley, from country music historians to superstars such as Garth Brooks, they believe there wouldnt have been the commercial resurgence in country music heading into the 90s like the genre experienced if it wasnt for Whitley. Its still happening today. While Whitley was a teenager in Sandy Hook, he and his friends would pass the time drinking bootleg bourbon and racing their cars down mountain roads at dangerous speeds. The album was released three months after his death, on August 1, 1989. May 10, 2019 @ [3][4] He had two brothers, Randy and Dwight, and a sister, Mary. The new album, titled Don't Close Your Eyes, was released in 1988, and the album sold extremely well. In the year leading up to and including his tragic death from alcohol poisoning at the age of 34, Whitley scored five No. 4:54 pm. Joe Tank we were living in Kingsport in the late 80s and early 90s right when I first started listening to Keith Whitley. TilBillyHill Lorrie Morgan jumped right out! She loved Keith so much. Nancy E Brandon Even then, we would have to figure out why there is a discrepancy in between the two dates. Whitley's drinking problem, which never manifested. 7:57 am. In my opinion Keith reached that level and should be inducted into the country music Hall of Fame. I wouldnt publish a statement of fact based on an inference from an article. Where I got the note to Lorrie was an article posted by UPI on May 26th, 1989 where Lorrie was interviewed. No argument there. I like to think Keith would have been the leading force for traditional country music into the mid to late 90s with Strait, Jackson, and Travis. May 10, 2019 @ The album produced two more No. Keith also suffered from depression from an early age. The entire country music community mourned the loss, including his friend Vince Gill. Gay, West Virginia, and happened to walk into the club they were playing and was blown away. It was like a ticking timebomb, Lorrie Morgan recalls. Kat Harper When Palmer returned, he found Whitley fully clothed on his bed, unconscious. Your email address will not be published. He had the love of a good woman, a gift from God in his singing, fame, money and children and still it wasnt enough to be able to over come. As evidenced by my posts, I check SCM periodically, sometimes just to see whats up, and sometimes when theres something I imagine youll cover. Ricky Skaggs was also in the contest. Those 3 had a soul and emotion to their voices that could strike a nerve that others couldnt. May 8, 2019 @ According to reports, he was found dead after a weekend of drinking, per Taste of Country. 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