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Merle Haggard

Feb 26 2003

BMI's Joyce Rice caught up with old friend Merle Haggard during his recent visit to Nashville, where he played to a sold-out house at the Ryman Auditorium and prepared for his July/August tour with Marty Stuart. For more information on their Electric Barnyard Tour, visit merlehaggard.com or martyparty.com.

Pictured at the Sound Kitchen in Franklin are Merle Haggard, BMI's Joyce Rice and Marty Stuart. Photo by Alan Mayor

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