“I’ve been Haggard drunk and Willie high,” Eddie Montgomery admits in his debut solo single, running through a laundry list of the bad decisions and mistakes he’s made along the way. “But,” he croons in the chorus, “I’m alive and well.” The surviving member of country duo Montgomery Gentry released “Alive and Well” on Friday, Montgomery’s first song as a solo artist.
Written by Montgomery, Chris Wallin, and Ira Dean, “Alive and Well” arrives with a video directed by Ed Pryor for Hideout Pictures that pays...
Written by Montgomery, Chris Wallin, and Ira Dean, “Alive and Well” arrives with a video directed by Ed Pryor for Hideout Pictures that pays...
- 8/27/2021
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
Here’s a partial list of musicians we lost in the 2010s: Aretha Franklin, David Bowie, Chuck Berry, Ornette Coleman, B.B. King, Etta James, Whitney Houston, Lou Reed, Leonard Cohen, Prince, Merle Haggard, Kitty Wells, João Gilberto, Ravi Shankar, Tabu Ley Rochereau, David Mancuso, Amy Winehouse, Abbie Lincoln, Gil Scott Heron, George Jones, George Martin, George Michael, Allen Toussaint, Donna Summer, Phife Dawg, Prodigy, Adam Yauch, Heavy D, Captain Beefheart, Robert Hunter, Gregory Isaacs, Johnny Otis, Big Jay McNeely, Levon Helm, Kate McGarrigle, Guy Clark, Pete Seeger, Ralph Stanley, Gregg Allman,...
- 12/11/2019
- by Will Hermes
- Rollingstone.com
Montgomery Gentry revel in life’s many simple pleasures in “Outskirts,” the title track from a new Ep under the duo’s name. The Outskirts Ep, Montgomery Gentry’s follow-up to the 2018 album Here’s to You, features songs recorded before Troy Gentry’s death in 2017.
Over a minor-key country-rock arrangement that mixes low-end crunch and swooping guitar leads, Montgomery Gentry list off several of the perks of living on the “Outskirts.” “I’m all about that red dirt/Hot girl in a T-shirt/Sweat ring on my ball cap...
Over a minor-key country-rock arrangement that mixes low-end crunch and swooping guitar leads, Montgomery Gentry list off several of the perks of living on the “Outskirts.” “I’m all about that red dirt/Hot girl in a T-shirt/Sweat ring on my ball cap...
- 6/3/2019
- by Jon Freeman
- Rollingstone.com
It’s always tragic when someone passes away but when it has to do with something that another person did, be it inadvertent or not, it becomes even more so. Troy Gentry was a popular country music singer and part of the duo that made up the group Montgomery Gentry. His life was all about his music and his family most times and he was loved by a lot of different people when it came to the kind of performances he put on with his band. But during what should have been a routine tour of New Jersey in a helicopter
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Troy Gentry...
10 Things You Didn’t Know about Troy Gentry...
- 1/23/2019
- by Tom
- TVovermind.com
With his 76th birthday and the release of a brand-new album of duets just one month away, tireless entertainer Ronnie Milsap plans to spend plenty of time in the new year where he’s right at home — on the concert stage. The Country Music Hall of Fame legend, whose pop-country hits including “Any Day Now,” “Stranger in My House” and “(There’s) No Gettin’ Over Me,” kicks off the upcoming trek, the 76 for 76 Tour, with a January 16th birthday show at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, which is likely to feature several surprise guests.
- 12/18/2018
- by Stephen L. Betts
- Rollingstone.com
Troy Gentry died as a result of his helicopter pilot's error ... according to investigators. The National Transportation Safety Board concluded the pilot cut the engine too soon as he attempted to make an emergency landing back in September 2017. As we reported, Troy -- one half of the country music group Montgomery Gentry -- and the pilot were killed when they crashed in a field in Medford, NJ. According to the Ntsb's report, the pilot's...
- 12/4/2018
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Montgomery Gentry’s Eddie Montgomery teams with Darius Rucker for a bittersweet new version of the duo’s 2007 hit, “Lucky Man,” premiering exclusively on Rolling Stone Country today.
Set for release November 16th, the anniversary album Montgomery Gentry: 20 Years of Hits features a handful of the duo’s hits — tracks for which were re-recorded before founding member Troy Gentry’s 2017 death in a helicopter crash. Its 12 tracks span the entirety of Montgomery Gentry’s career, from their 1999 debut single “Hillbilly Shoes” (the new version of which features Granger Smith) to “Better Me,...
Set for release November 16th, the anniversary album Montgomery Gentry: 20 Years of Hits features a handful of the duo’s hits — tracks for which were re-recorded before founding member Troy Gentry’s 2017 death in a helicopter crash. Its 12 tracks span the entirety of Montgomery Gentry’s career, from their 1999 debut single “Hillbilly Shoes” (the new version of which features Granger Smith) to “Better Me,...
- 11/1/2018
- by Chris Parton
- Rollingstone.com
Nearly six months after the helicopter crash that claimed the life of country star Troy Gentry, his wife has taken legal action against the manufacturer of the fatal aircraft.
Angela Gentry filed a suit in Pennsylvania on Feb. 14 against Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Sikorsky Global Helicopters and Keystone Helicopter Corp, blaming them for “dangerous defects which caused” the death of her husband.
The singer, one half of Montgomery Gentry, died on Sept. 8 when the Model 269 Schweitzer helicopter in which he was riding tumbled out of the sky near the Flying W Airport & Resort in Medford, New Jersey — where the vocal duo...
Angela Gentry filed a suit in Pennsylvania on Feb. 14 against Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., Sikorsky Global Helicopters and Keystone Helicopter Corp, blaming them for “dangerous defects which caused” the death of her husband.
The singer, one half of Montgomery Gentry, died on Sept. 8 when the Model 269 Schweitzer helicopter in which he was riding tumbled out of the sky near the Flying W Airport & Resort in Medford, New Jersey — where the vocal duo...
- 2/21/2018
- by Jordan Runtagh
- PEOPLE.com
The widow of Montgomery Gentry musician Troy Gentry has filed suit against the company behind the helicopter he was riding in during the September crash that took his life, Courthouse News Service reports. In the suit, filed against Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation and Keystone Helicopter Corporation, Angela K. Gentry alleges that there were multiple defects in the craft, which the defendants “made it a point to hide and deny.” “The dangers from the lack of crashworthiness and defects in the engine, transmission and sprag clutch, throttle cables, engine attachments and absence of crashworthy features were unknown to the average user...
- 2/16/2018
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
Last Friday, Eddie Montgomery returned to Nashville’s iconic Grand Ole Opry for the first time since the funeral for his longtime musical partner Troy Gentry in September. “It was very, very emotional. We had a bunch of family and friends there,” he tells People Now. He arrived at the venue early to have a personal moment of reflection. “I had to let some emotions out and walk around a bit. I feel he was with me.”
Montgomery, 54, is in the midst of a tour to support Montgomery Gentry’s Here’s to You, the album wrapped just two days...
Montgomery, 54, is in the midst of a tour to support Montgomery Gentry’s Here’s to You, the album wrapped just two days...
- 2/9/2018
- by Jordan Runtagh
- PEOPLE.com
Eddie Montgomery may be releasing new music under the Montgomery Gentry banner, but the void left when bandmate Troy Gentry died on Sept. 8 from injuries sustained in a helicopter crash will never be filled.
“He’s going to be in our hearts forever,” Montgomery, 54, told Billboard in an interview published Wednesday. “We’re going to keep T-Roy with us.”
Montgomery was by Gentry’s side in the hospital when the 50-year-old singer died in September. Just hours before the country duo was due onstage at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford, New Jersey, Gentry went for a preshow helicopter joyride,...
“He’s going to be in our hearts forever,” Montgomery, 54, told Billboard in an interview published Wednesday. “We’re going to keep T-Roy with us.”
Montgomery was by Gentry’s side in the hospital when the 50-year-old singer died in September. Just hours before the country duo was due onstage at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford, New Jersey, Gentry went for a preshow helicopter joyride,...
- 1/24/2018
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Among Keith Urban‘s wide legion of fans, two undeniably stand out: his kids!
On Sunday evening, the country legend took the stage during Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight: New Year’s Eve in Nashville, Tennessee, performing a variety of songs made famous by artists who died in 2017 like Chris Cornell, Chuck Berry and Troy Gentry.
Cheering and dancing from the sidelines? The musician’s daughters Faith Margaret, 7, and Sunday Rose, 9, as shown in a clip mom Nicole Kidman shared to Facebook on Monday.
“Side stage watching Daddy! Happy New Year everyone!” Kidman captioned the video, in which she...
On Sunday evening, the country legend took the stage during Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight: New Year’s Eve in Nashville, Tennessee, performing a variety of songs made famous by artists who died in 2017 like Chris Cornell, Chuck Berry and Troy Gentry.
Cheering and dancing from the sidelines? The musician’s daughters Faith Margaret, 7, and Sunday Rose, 9, as shown in a clip mom Nicole Kidman shared to Facebook on Monday.
“Side stage watching Daddy! Happy New Year everyone!” Kidman captioned the video, in which she...
- 1/2/2018
- by Jen Juneau
- PEOPLE.com
Keith Urban said a proper goodbye to the legendary artists who died in 2017 with a medley of their biggest hits.
While performing at Music City Midnight New Year’s Eve Celebration in Nashville, the country star closed out the year remembering some of those the music industry lost.
His tribute started with Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun,” a nod to Chris Cornell after the ’90s rocker died by suicide in May. Urban’s medley also included “Midnight Rider” in honor of Gregg Allman, “Johnny B. Goode” remembering Chuck Berry, “Tulsa Time” for Don Williams, “Wichita Lineman” for Glen Campbell, “My...
While performing at Music City Midnight New Year’s Eve Celebration in Nashville, the country star closed out the year remembering some of those the music industry lost.
His tribute started with Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun,” a nod to Chris Cornell after the ’90s rocker died by suicide in May. Urban’s medley also included “Midnight Rider” in honor of Gregg Allman, “Johnny B. Goode” remembering Chuck Berry, “Tulsa Time” for Don Williams, “Wichita Lineman” for Glen Campbell, “My...
- 1/2/2018
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Years ago, Troy Gentry and Eddie Montgomery had a difficult discussion: what to do if the other died first. More than just buddies, their musical bond forged the hit making country duo Montgomery Gentry. They had a musical legacy to protect and fans to consider. “We said to each other, ‘Hey, we want Montgomery Gentry to keep going,’” Montgomery says. “It’s weird, I always thought it was going to be me that went down first.”
His premonition was not to be. On Sept. 8 this year, hours before they were due onstage at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford,...
His premonition was not to be. On Sept. 8 this year, hours before they were due onstage at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford,...
- 11/15/2017
- by Jordan Runtagh
- PEOPLE.com
Carrie Underwood is on the mend.
Just a few days after hosting the Cma Awards, the 34-year-old singer fell on the steps outside of her home and suffered “multiple injuries” — including a broken wrist, her rep tells People in a statement. She also was treated for cuts and abrasions at the hospital on Friday before being released, according to the statement. Her husband Mike Fisher, whom she wed in 2010, traveled back to Nashville overnight to be with her.
“Her recovery will take some time and she appreciates all prayers and well wishes,” Underwood’s rep said.
Underwood later addressed the injury through Twitter,...
Just a few days after hosting the Cma Awards, the 34-year-old singer fell on the steps outside of her home and suffered “multiple injuries” — including a broken wrist, her rep tells People in a statement. She also was treated for cuts and abrasions at the hospital on Friday before being released, according to the statement. Her husband Mike Fisher, whom she wed in 2010, traveled back to Nashville overnight to be with her.
“Her recovery will take some time and she appreciates all prayers and well wishes,” Underwood’s rep said.
Underwood later addressed the injury through Twitter,...
- 11/12/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
Walker Hayes is going to be a dad for the seventh time.
The country singer-songwriter’s wife Laney is pregnant, he shared at the 2017 Cma Awards Wednesday night in Nashville, Tennessee.
Posing on the red carpet alongside her husband, the mom-to-be looked radiant in a V-neck lilac gown and sparkling drop earrings.
“I got news, guys … No. 7 is on the way,” Hayes, 37, told The Bobby Bones Show during the evening. “We’re losing-our-minds excited.”
“Buy seven . Help me out!” the musician, whose album Boom hits virtual shelves Dec. 8, joked to the camera of his new music. “Honestly, we’re ecstatic...
The country singer-songwriter’s wife Laney is pregnant, he shared at the 2017 Cma Awards Wednesday night in Nashville, Tennessee.
Posing on the red carpet alongside her husband, the mom-to-be looked radiant in a V-neck lilac gown and sparkling drop earrings.
“I got news, guys … No. 7 is on the way,” Hayes, 37, told The Bobby Bones Show during the evening. “We’re losing-our-minds excited.”
“Buy seven . Help me out!” the musician, whose album Boom hits virtual shelves Dec. 8, joked to the camera of his new music. “Honestly, we’re ecstatic...
- 11/9/2017
- by Jen Juneau
- PEOPLE.com
Amid a year rife with tragedy and division, the 2017 Cma Awards was a show of music unity, from the feel-good opening number — an all-star rendition of Hootie and the Blowfish’ “Hold My Hand” — to the night’s speeches: “I feel like we’re bonded together and banded together more than we ever have been,” Miranda Lambert told the crowd as she picked up her female vocalist trophy.
But behind the scenes, the country love fest seemed even cozier.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill made slow progress back to their front-row seats after singing in the opener because of the number...
But behind the scenes, the country love fest seemed even cozier.
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill made slow progress back to their front-row seats after singing in the opener because of the number...
- 11/9/2017
- by Eileen Finan
- PEOPLE.com
Carrie Underwood delivered a heartbreaking in memoriam performance Wednesday at the 51st Country Music Association Awards.
The singer, 34, took the stage at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to sing a somber rendition of the traditional hymn “Softly and Tenderly,” paying tribute to family members the country music community lost in 2017, including Troy Gentry, Glen Campbell and Don Williams.
Then, toward the end of the performance, the faces of the 58 victims who were killed in the mass shooting at the Las Vegas Route 91 Harvest Festival flashed across the screen in the venue.
In addition to performing, Underwood was nominated for female vocalist of the years and,...
The singer, 34, took the stage at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena to sing a somber rendition of the traditional hymn “Softly and Tenderly,” paying tribute to family members the country music community lost in 2017, including Troy Gentry, Glen Campbell and Don Williams.
Then, toward the end of the performance, the faces of the 58 victims who were killed in the mass shooting at the Las Vegas Route 91 Harvest Festival flashed across the screen in the venue.
In addition to performing, Underwood was nominated for female vocalist of the years and,...
- 11/9/2017
- by Jeff Nelson
- PEOPLE.com
There wasn't a dry eye in the house after the 2017 Cma Awards paid tribute to Troy Gentry. In early September, the one-half of country music duo Montgomery Gentry was tragically killed in a helicopter crash. Exactly two months later, his bandmate Eddie Montgomery was joined by Dierks Bentley and Rascal Flatts singer Gary LeVox for his first performance since Troy's sudden death. They sang an emotional rendition of Montgomery Gentry's 2002 hit, "My Town." As the cameras panned to the crowd, Gentry's widow, Angie Gentry, and their 15-year-old daughter, Kaylee Gentry, wept. Other country music stars were seen wiping away...
- 11/9/2017
- E! Online
Troy Gentry‘s memory lives on at country’s biggest night.
In honor of the country singer, who died on Sept. 8 at age 50 following a tragic helicopter accident, his longtime Montgomery Gentry bandmate Eddie Montgomery took to the stage at the 2017 Cma Awards in a surprise tribute.
As Dierks Bentley and Rascal Flatts belted out a rendition of “My Town,” one of Montgomery Gentry’s biggest hits, the surviving member of the band walked out onto the stage mid-song to sing his verse and honor his friend.
The crowd responded to the touching moment by standing to their feet as...
In honor of the country singer, who died on Sept. 8 at age 50 following a tragic helicopter accident, his longtime Montgomery Gentry bandmate Eddie Montgomery took to the stage at the 2017 Cma Awards in a surprise tribute.
As Dierks Bentley and Rascal Flatts belted out a rendition of “My Town,” one of Montgomery Gentry’s biggest hits, the surviving member of the band walked out onto the stage mid-song to sing his verse and honor his friend.
The crowd responded to the touching moment by standing to their feet as...
- 11/9/2017
- by Janine Rubenstein
- PEOPLE.com
Troy Gentry made a promise to his daughter Kaylee, and his wife Angie just kept it.
Two months after the Montgomery Gentry singer died in a helicopter crash, widow Angie Gentry and their 15-year-old daughter Kaylee stepped out on to the red carpet to attend the 2017 Cma Awards Wednesday night in his honor.
The mother-daughter pair posed for pictures as they made their way down the carpet, with Angie wearing a plum-colored gown and her mini-me opting for a royal blue number with a white clutch.
It was supposed to be a moment shared with Gentry, who had promised to...
Two months after the Montgomery Gentry singer died in a helicopter crash, widow Angie Gentry and their 15-year-old daughter Kaylee stepped out on to the red carpet to attend the 2017 Cma Awards Wednesday night in his honor.
The mother-daughter pair posed for pictures as they made their way down the carpet, with Angie wearing a plum-colored gown and her mini-me opting for a royal blue number with a white clutch.
It was supposed to be a moment shared with Gentry, who had promised to...
- 11/9/2017
- by Janine Rubenstein
- PEOPLE.com
Following an emotional farewell for Troy Gentry Thursday, the other half of country music’s Montgomery Gentry, Eddie Montgomery, released a new song called “Better Me.”
The song was played at the end of the singer’s memorial which took place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, which was attended by 1,500 family, friends and fans.
It is the first music from the band’s album that was scheduled for release in 2018, according to Rolling Stone. The fate of the album is unknown, but “Better Me” is available on the group’s record label, Average Joes Entertainment.
Lyrics...
The song was played at the end of the singer’s memorial which took place at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee, which was attended by 1,500 family, friends and fans.
It is the first music from the band’s album that was scheduled for release in 2018, according to Rolling Stone. The fate of the album is unknown, but “Better Me” is available on the group’s record label, Average Joes Entertainment.
Lyrics...
- 9/16/2017
- by Alexia Fernandez
- PEOPLE.com
How many times had Troy Gentry and Eddie Montgomery shared the stage at the Grand Ole Opry House?
Not this time. Now, a metallic casket holding Gentry’s remains held a stark and bracing presence, solo, at center stage. Montgomery’s only official role at the funeral service on Thursday was to be one of the casket’s nine pallbearers.
The 1,500 family, friends and fans who gathered at the Opry House had come to mourn Gentry, but who couldn’t help but wonder: What will Eddie Montgomery do now?
So far, the 53-year-old singer has remained silent, making no public...
Not this time. Now, a metallic casket holding Gentry’s remains held a stark and bracing presence, solo, at center stage. Montgomery’s only official role at the funeral service on Thursday was to be one of the casket’s nine pallbearers.
The 1,500 family, friends and fans who gathered at the Opry House had come to mourn Gentry, but who couldn’t help but wonder: What will Eddie Montgomery do now?
So far, the 53-year-old singer has remained silent, making no public...
- 9/15/2017
- by Nancy Kruh
- PEOPLE.com
It was, said Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman, “an emotional day” for her group – an understatement, to be sure.
First, the Grammy Award-winning quartet offered a wrenching performance of the national anthem at the funeral Thursday of fellow Grand Ole Opry member Troy Gentry, who died last week in a helicopter accident. And now, less than four hours later, here they were in a park in downtown Nashville, accepting one of the city’s highest honors: a star on the Music City Walk of Fame.
The long-planned award ceremony actually had to be moved back in the afternoon to...
First, the Grammy Award-winning quartet offered a wrenching performance of the national anthem at the funeral Thursday of fellow Grand Ole Opry member Troy Gentry, who died last week in a helicopter accident. And now, less than four hours later, here they were in a park in downtown Nashville, accepting one of the city’s highest honors: a star on the Music City Walk of Fame.
The long-planned award ceremony actually had to be moved back in the afternoon to...
- 9/15/2017
- by Nancy Kruh
- PEOPLE.com
Country music star Troy Gentry was killed on September 8 when the helicopter he was traveling in crashed. Troy Gentry Death: Helicopter Crash Caused By Engine Control Failure According to a preliminary report, the chopper had an engine control problem, which led the pilot to attempt an emergency landing. To do so, the pilot had […]
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- 9/14/2017
- by Hillary Luehring-Jones
- Uinterview
Troy Gentry has been laid to rest. The Montgomery Gentry singer was killed during a fatal helicopter crash in Medford, New Jersey, on Friday Sept. 8 before he was set to perform in the city later that evening. He was 50 years old. Gentry's Family, famous friends—including his band mate Eddie Montgomery, Keith Urban, Travis Tritt, Randy Owen, Randy Travis and more—and supporters gathered at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville today to honor the singer and celebrate his life during a tearful, public memorial service. Personal photos and videos of Gentry with his family and throughout his career rotated across the Opry's large screens, while several famous names...
- 9/14/2017
- E! Online
Trace Adkins, Little Big Town & More Of Troy Gentry’s Country Friends Perform At Memorial — See Pics
Troy Gentry was laid to rest on Sept. 14, and along with the private funeral for family, there was also a public memorial service held in Nashville. See which country stars, including Trace Adkins celebrated Troy's life.
- 9/14/2017
- by Alyssa Norwin
- HollywoodLife
Friends, family and the country music community gathered Thursday to pay their final respects to Troy Gentry.
Mourners congregated at the Grand Ole Opry stage in Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium to honor the the late Montgomery Gentry singer, who died Friday in a helicopter crash after the aircraft’s engine failed before a show in Medford, New Jersey. Gentry was 50 years old.
The late singer’s wife Angie and daughters Kaylee and Taylor were in attendance at the public memorial, where fellow artists paid tribute to Gentry — including Trace Adkins, who reimagined the Western classic “Poor Wayfaring Stranger”; Charlie Daniels,...
Mourners congregated at the Grand Ole Opry stage in Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium to honor the the late Montgomery Gentry singer, who died Friday in a helicopter crash after the aircraft’s engine failed before a show in Medford, New Jersey. Gentry was 50 years old.
The late singer’s wife Angie and daughters Kaylee and Taylor were in attendance at the public memorial, where fellow artists paid tribute to Gentry — including Trace Adkins, who reimagined the Western classic “Poor Wayfaring Stranger”; Charlie Daniels,...
- 9/14/2017
- by Jeff Nelson
- PEOPLE.com
[[tmz:video id="0_mas1oxul" autoplay="true" automute="true"]] Country music star Troy Gentry is getting a proper send-off from "Country’s Most Famous Stage" ... and TMZ is live streaming his memorial service from Nashville. Troy's service is being held at the Grand Ole Opry -- fans and other country stars are honoring Troy ... one half of Montgomery Gentry. His bandmate and longtime pal, Eddie Montgomery will, of course, be there too. As we reported, Troy died last week when the helicopter in which...
- 9/14/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Six days after Troy Gentry was tragically killed in a helicopter crash, he's being laid to rest. Troy's family is allowing fans to help celebrate the country singer's life with a public memorial service, which you can live stream right here.
- 9/14/2017
- by Alyssa Norwin
- HollywoodLife
The fatal helicopter crash that killed Montgomery Gentry singer Troy Gentry at a New Jersey airport on Friday, Sept. 8, was a result of engine failure, according to a preliminary report issued by the Ntsb (National Transportation Safety Board). The 50-year-old country singer was slated to perform at the airport later that day. The documents, obtained by E! News, explain, "Several minutes after takeoff, the pilot reported over the airport Unicom frequency that he was unable to control engine rpm with throttle inputs. He reported he could 'roll' the twistgrip, but that there was no corresponding change in engine rpm when he did so." The report then explains that the pilot, who held commercial...
- 9/13/2017
- E! Online
We finally have answers in the mysterious helicopter crash that killed country star Troy Gentry. In a new report, the National Transportation Safety Board shares their investigation results.
- 9/13/2017
- by Lauren Cox
- HollywoodLife
Engine failure caused the helicopter crash that killed Troy Gentry, the National Travel Safety Bureau confirms to People.
According to a preliminary incident report by the Ntsb, “Several minutes after takeoff, the pilot reported … that he was unable to control engine rpm with throttle inputs.” TMZ was first to report the news.
The country singer — one half of the popular duo Montgomery Gentry — and his pilot died Friday around 1 p.m. when their helicopter crashed near Medford, New Jersey; he and bandmate Eddie Montgomery were set to play a show in the same town that evening.
According to the report,...
According to a preliminary incident report by the Ntsb, “Several minutes after takeoff, the pilot reported … that he was unable to control engine rpm with throttle inputs.” TMZ was first to report the news.
The country singer — one half of the popular duo Montgomery Gentry — and his pilot died Friday around 1 p.m. when their helicopter crashed near Medford, New Jersey; he and bandmate Eddie Montgomery were set to play a show in the same town that evening.
According to the report,...
- 9/13/2017
- by Jeff Nelson
- PEOPLE.com
The helicopter crash that killed country singer Troy Gentry was caused by a faulty engine. The Ntsb has issued its preliminary accident report, obtained by TMZ ... which says the pilot "was unable to control engine rpm with throttle inputs." Translation ... the engine was not responding to the throttle inputs, so the pilot on the doomed aircraft had lost control. The pilot elected to stop the engine and perform an autorotation, which he had done in the past.
- 9/13/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
We're still so heartbroken over Troy Gentry's death in a helicopter crash on Sept. 8, but sadly, he's not the first celebrity to die in an aviation accident.
- 9/13/2017
- by Alyssa Norwin
- HollywoodLife
Family, friends, and fans of Troy Gentry will get one last chance to honor his life on Sept. 14, when the ever-fitting Grand Ole Opry holds a touching memorial for him. We have all the details on the funeral, here.
- 9/11/2017
- by Emy LaCroix
- HollywoodLife
Fans are being invited to help celebrate the life of late country star Troy Gentry at a public memorial service this week.
Gentry – who was killed in a helicopter crash in Medford, New Jersey, on Friday – will be honored on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 11 a.m. Ct at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee.
Those unable to attend in person can watch the memorial through a live stream on the Opry website. The family asks that – in lieu of flowers – donations be made to T.J. Martell Foundation or The American Red Cross for hurricane relief.
Following the service,...
Gentry – who was killed in a helicopter crash in Medford, New Jersey, on Friday – will be honored on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 11 a.m. Ct at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee.
Those unable to attend in person can watch the memorial through a live stream on the Opry website. The family asks that – in lieu of flowers – donations be made to T.J. Martell Foundation or The American Red Cross for hurricane relief.
Following the service,...
- 9/11/2017
- by Lindsay Kimble
- PEOPLE.com
A public celebration has been planned to honor the life of Troy Gentry. The Montgomery Gentry singer was killed this past Friday, Sept. 8, in a helicopter crash near a New Jersey airport. The band's social media pages confirmed the news of the 50-year-old's passing. A message posted on their accounts read, "It is with great sadness that we confirm that Troy Gentry, half of the popular country duo, Montgomery Gentry, was tragically killed in a helicopter crash, which took place at approximately 1:00 p.m. today in Medford, New Jersey. The duo was scheduled to perform tonight at the Flying W Airport & Resort in Medford. Troy Gentry was 50 years old." The message continued,...
- 9/11/2017
- E! Online
The helicopter ride that ultimately lead to death of country singer Troy Gentry last week was a “spur of the moment” trip, a federal investigator tells People.
Gentry – one half of duo Montgomery Gentry – was confirmed dead at age 50 on Friday by the band, who said that full details of the New Jersey crash were unknown at the time. The star was scheduled to perform with bandmate Eddie Montgomery at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford on Friday evening, and the concert was canceled immediately.
Brian Rayner, senior air safety investigator with the National Transportation Safety Board, tells...
Gentry – one half of duo Montgomery Gentry – was confirmed dead at age 50 on Friday by the band, who said that full details of the New Jersey crash were unknown at the time. The star was scheduled to perform with bandmate Eddie Montgomery at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford on Friday evening, and the concert was canceled immediately.
Brian Rayner, senior air safety investigator with the National Transportation Safety Board, tells...
- 9/11/2017
- by Lindsay Kimble
- PEOPLE.com
The helicopter that crashed in Medford, New Jersey, killing country music star Troy Gentry and the vehicle’s pilot, James Evan Robinson, called for help after experiencing mechanical problems on Friday.
In emergency dispatch audio obtained by TMZ, responders said the the aircraft had been hovering for several minutes waiting for the fire department to arrive before attempting an emergency landing.
The helicopter crashed before responders arrived.
The 50-year-old country star was scheduled to perform with bandmate Eddie Montgomery at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford on Friday evening, and the concert was canceled immediately.
“It is with...
In emergency dispatch audio obtained by TMZ, responders said the the aircraft had been hovering for several minutes waiting for the fire department to arrive before attempting an emergency landing.
The helicopter crashed before responders arrived.
The 50-year-old country star was scheduled to perform with bandmate Eddie Montgomery at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford on Friday evening, and the concert was canceled immediately.
“It is with...
- 9/11/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
The pilot of the ill-fated helicopter that crashed and killed country singer Troy Gentry in New Jersey is being remembered fondly by those who worked alongside him.
James Evan Robinson was pronounced dead on the scene at the Flying W Airport in Medford on Friday, reports NJ.com.
According to his Facebook profile, Robinson worked as a commercial pilot and flight instructor at Helicopter Flight Services, which was based out of the Flying W.
The company paid tribute to Robinson in several posts on the social media network, writing,”It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to our dear friend.
James Evan Robinson was pronounced dead on the scene at the Flying W Airport in Medford on Friday, reports NJ.com.
According to his Facebook profile, Robinson worked as a commercial pilot and flight instructor at Helicopter Flight Services, which was based out of the Flying W.
The company paid tribute to Robinson in several posts on the social media network, writing,”It is with deep sadness that we say goodbye to our dear friend.
- 9/11/2017
- by Lindsay Kimble
- PEOPLE.com
The airport and concert venue where Montgomery Gentry’s Troy Gentry was killed in a helicopter crash on Friday afternoon is speaking out about the tragedy.
The 50-year-old country star was scheduled to perform with bandmate Eddie Montgomery at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford on Friday evening, and the concert was canceled immediately.
“The day started with such excitement as the Montgomery Gentry bus rolled through our gates. The nicest people got off the bus and joined us on the ramp for what we hoped would be the best concert we have ever had. Sadly this was not to be,...
The 50-year-old country star was scheduled to perform with bandmate Eddie Montgomery at the Flying W Airport and Resort in Medford on Friday evening, and the concert was canceled immediately.
“The day started with such excitement as the Montgomery Gentry bus rolled through our gates. The nicest people got off the bus and joined us on the ramp for what we hoped would be the best concert we have ever had. Sadly this was not to be,...
- 9/11/2017
- by Stephanie Petit
- PEOPLE.com
The country music world is reeling from the death of Troy Gentry, especially his wife, Angie Gentry. HollywoodLife.com has Exclusively learned she’s in shock, as Angie thought Troy was her ‘everything.’...
- 9/10/2017
- by Jason Brow
- HollywoodLife
Montgomery Gentry is a country music duo composed of vocalists Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry.
Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry devote their time and energy into making the needs of others a priority. They are active participants in any charitable organizations they support giving their time, talent and treasure. Together, they have strongly served and supported the U.S. military and numerous charitable organizations including the Tj Martell Foundation, which Troy serves as a board member. They also provide their individual time to two deserving philanthropies. Eddie gives his support to Camp Horsin’ Around in Lexington, Ky., which provides a camp facility equipped for children with serious, chronic illnesses and physical difficulties. Troy bolsters the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
Charities & foundations supported
Montgomery Gentry has supported the following charities:
Acm Lifting LivesFisher House FoundationMake-a-Wish FoundationRed CrossSt. Jude Children's Research HospitalTJ Martell FoundationUnited Service Organization Read more about Montgomery Gentry's charity work and events.
Eddie Montgomery and Troy Gentry devote their time and energy into making the needs of others a priority. They are active participants in any charitable organizations they support giving their time, talent and treasure. Together, they have strongly served and supported the U.S. military and numerous charitable organizations including the Tj Martell Foundation, which Troy serves as a board member. They also provide their individual time to two deserving philanthropies. Eddie gives his support to Camp Horsin’ Around in Lexington, Ky., which provides a camp facility equipped for children with serious, chronic illnesses and physical difficulties. Troy bolsters the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
Charities & foundations supported
Montgomery Gentry has supported the following charities:
Acm Lifting LivesFisher House FoundationMake-a-Wish FoundationRed CrossSt. Jude Children's Research HospitalTJ Martell FoundationUnited Service Organization Read more about Montgomery Gentry's charity work and events.
- 9/10/2017
- Look to the Stars
The National Transportation Safety Board is now looking further into the fatal helicopter crash that took the life of Troy Gentry on September 8.
- 9/9/2017
- by Emily Longeretta
- HollywoodLife
The helicopter crash that killed country singer Troy Gentry is now under Ntsb investigation, and we're told a central question will be whether the pilot should have attempted a landing instead of hovering with mechanical problems and waiting for emergency assistance. Helicopter pilots at and around the Flying W Airport in Medford, New Jersey tell TMZ ... the pilot had options, though none were great. [[tmz:video id="0_mnce9p15"]] You hear in the air traffic control audio the pilot had...
- 9/9/2017
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Troy Gentry, 50, was killed in a helicopter crash at the Flying W Airport on Friday, Sept. 8, leaving behind his two children and his wife, Angie.
- 9/9/2017
- by Emily Longeretta
- HollywoodLife
Troy Gentry, half of chart-topping country duo Montgomery Gentry, has died. According to Variety, Gentry died this afternoon in a helicopter crash in New Jersey. Details about the crash have yet to come to light.
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- 9/9/2017
- by William Hughes
- avclub.com
Friday was a rough day for country music, with the losses of both Montgomery Gentry singer Troy Gentry, who died in a helicopter crash at age 50, and Country Music Hall of Famer Don Williams, who perished after a short illness at age 78. Reeling from the one-two punch, country musicians took to social media en masse to express their grief. “Startin’ With Me” singer Jake Owen said that the deaths made “my heart hurt.” Also Read: Country Music Star Troy Gentry Killed in Helicopter Crash “Sad day for country music. Troy Gentry and Don Williams have passed and that makes my heart.
- 9/9/2017
- by Tim Kenneally
- The Wrap
As tributes pour in for Troy Gentry following his tragic death in a helicopter crash, one friend is remembering the Montgomery Gentry singer’s powerful presence both on and off the stage.
“Nobody loved life more than Troy Gentry,” music journalist and author Holly Gleason tells People exclusively. “Whatever adventure, all night party or hardcore hillbilly song, he was up for it.”
Gleason, who did publicity for Gentry and bandmate Eddie Montgomery in the early 2000s, last saw her friend Sunday during the band’s set at the Tequila Bay Country Music Festival in Miami.
“He was on that stage,...
“Nobody loved life more than Troy Gentry,” music journalist and author Holly Gleason tells People exclusively. “Whatever adventure, all night party or hardcore hillbilly song, he was up for it.”
Gleason, who did publicity for Gentry and bandmate Eddie Montgomery in the early 2000s, last saw her friend Sunday during the band’s set at the Tequila Bay Country Music Festival in Miami.
“He was on that stage,...
- 9/8/2017
- by Brianne Tracy
- PEOPLE.com
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