American Songwriter

On This Day in 1964, Buck Owens Stepped Into a Hollywood Studio and Recorded His Biggest Crossover Hit—Against His Co-Writer’s Advice

Sixty-one years ago today, Buck Owens stepped into the studio to record a major hit that Harlan Howard begged him not to cut.
SFGate

Legendary California country music venue suddenly for sale

On Wednesday, the venue announced announced via Facebook that the Buck Owens Private Foundation is listing the 18,000 square-foot Crystal Palace for sale, reportedly for $7 million. Owens was one of ...
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Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace closes after 28 years; landmark is still on the market

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – Kern County’s most popular tourist attraction, the Crystal Palace, has closed. After more than a year on the market, the Buck Owens family has opted to shutter the famous ...
KERO-TV

Youngest son of Buck Owens reflects on potential sale of Crystal Palace

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — It's been a little over a month since the sale of the historic Crystal Palace was announced. Now for the first time, Buck Owens’ son Johnny is sharing his hopes for his ...
Los Angeles Times

End of an era for country music in Bakersfield: Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace closes

The Crystal Palace, a music and dining joint in Bakersfield launched by Buck Owens — which hosted just about every country music star in America over the years — has abruptly shut its doors. The ...