Hometown News is Scott Whitehead and Ron Kingery. These musical brothers planted the seeds for their sound when they met at a Nashville songwriters night. Ron at the time was writing songs and engineering albums for The Wonder Workshop. It was there that he provided his musical and engineering skills for Roy Clark's Grammy nominated album "Roy Clark Sings and Plays Gospel Greats".
Before Hometown News Scott did a stint in the Navy flying the F/A-18 Hornet. Scott flew missions over North Iraq during the first Gulf War and is a graduate of the Naval Fighter Weapons School (Top Gun). After moving to Nashville he landed a staff writer job for the legendary Acuff-Rose publishing company. It was during this time he met Ron, and the two began writing what would be their first Top-40 Country single - "Minivan".
Together, Scott and Ron have a knack for recording songs that speak to the way everyday people live their lives. Their self-produced debut CD "Wheels" and sophomore project "Hometown News" reflect the mid-America emotions of their upbringing. Ron and Scott spent younger years in rural Illinois and Missouri respectively where the small town lifestyle, along with Johnny Cash and Glenn Campbell records that could be found on their parents' turntables shaped their musical tastes.
Another aspect these "brothers" share is they were both born on military bases, the sons of active duty members of the Armed Forces. It is the discipline instilled by their parents that in part drives their work ethic, and is arguably a factor in Hometown News being nominated for an ACM award less than a year after the release of the debut CD "Wheels" on independent label VFR Records.
Hometown News has gone on to secure a Ford Motor Company sponsorship, made its debut appearance on the Grand Ole Opry and completed a 34-day world tour of military bases. In October of 2005 Ron and Scott became a part of history and a trivia question answer when they sang the National Anthem and God Bless America at Game 6 of the 2005 National League Championship Series in St.Louis. It was the final anthem sung in the old Busch stadium.
When looking at what their future may hold, the duo turns back to the way music inspired them when they were young. "I think it would be a neat thing 30 years down the road for some kid who's an up and coming singer to be doing an interview and say, 'You know, there were these two guys who were called Hometown News, and my Dad used to play that stuff all the time," says Ron. "We'd like to have something that might last a little and stand the test of time. That would be a great compliment".
All the Time
Hometown News Lyrics
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I thought I smelled your perfume in the air
I woke to find that I was only dreaming
But I called your name just to see if you were there
I'd like to call you but I'm late for Santa Fe
Your picture's on my dashboard and I'm on my way
All the time is the only time I think about you
When I'm behind the wheel on this old highway
Or laying over in some little town
Or sitting all alone in a dim lit cafe
The thought of you always seems to come around
It's good to hear your voice but I've gotta go
Before I hang up girl I want you to know
All the time is the only time I think about you
All the time is the only time I think about you
The lyrics to “All the Time” by Hometown News capture the feeling of longing for someone who is far away. The song is about someone who can’t stop thinking about a lost love, even though they know that they can’t be together. The first verse describes a dream that the singer had, where they thought that their former partner was back in their arms. But upon waking, the reality that they were alone set in. The second verse shares some examples of situations where the singer is reminded of their ex- driving on the highway, spending time in an unfamiliar town, or even just sitting alone in a café. Despite the distance, the singer’s love remains strong and they are constantly thinking about their lost love.
The chorus, “All the time is the only time I think about you,” emphasizes the singer's fixation with their former partner. The use of repetition emphasizes the emotions and strengthens the message of the song. It’s clear that the singer is trying to move on, but their feelings for this person are just too strong to ignore. The song captures the feeling of being torn between moving on and longing for a past love.
Line by Line Meaning
All night long I felt your arms around me
I felt your presence strongly throughout the night, as if you were holding me in your embrace.
I thought I smelled your perfume in the air
I sensed the sweet aroma of your perfume and my mind immediately associated it with you.
I woke to find that I was only dreaming
I realized that my feelings were just a projection of my subconscious mind and not a reality.
But I called your name just to see if you were there
I called out your name to experience some form of connection, even though I knew you were not actually with me.
I'd like to call you but I'm late for Santa Fe
Although I desire to speak with you, my commitment to travel to Santa Fe has taken priority.
Your picture's on my dashboard and I'm on my way
I keep a photo of you on my car dashboard to remind me of your existence as I embark on my journey.
When I'm behind the wheel on this old highway
As I drive along this familiar road, my mind inevitably wanders to thoughts of you.
Or laying over in some little town
During my brief stay in a small and unfamiliar place, my mind still tends to gravitate towards thoughts of you.
Or sitting all alone in a dim lit cafe
Even in a dimly lit and isolated space, my mind continues to be preoccupied with thoughts of you.
The thought of you always seems to come around
You are a constant presence in my thoughts and emotions, and I cannot seem to shake you out of my mind.
It's good to hear your voice but I've gotta go
Although I cherish the sound of your voice, I cannot stay and talk for too long due to prior commitments.
Before I hang up girl I want you to know
I wish to express my heartfelt feelings to you before ending our conversation.
All the time is the only time I think about you
You are constantly on my mind, and my thoughts invariably circle back to you in all situations and scenarios.
All the time is the only time I think about you
You are a pervasive thought in my mind, and I cannot escape the intensity of my emotions towards you - it feels like I'm always thinking about you.
Writer(s): Ronald Paul Kingery Copyright: Seed House Music
Contributed by Natalie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@chocolatemami3956
I can’t be the only person shock he sent the other Kelsey home and kept Rachel
@adwoamk8918
Not at all he had no real chemistry with Kelsey, he is so relaxed and chilled around Rachel.
@jenniferhansen3622
I didn't think anything of it.
@rgillette1205
Love Rachel. She's so beautiful and kind
@Debi61
He’s liked Rachel from the beginning
@db338
I honestly believe that all the leads know who they are picking at this point. So order really doesn’t matter. I’m guessing Jenn and Kelsey’s family dynamics played a role in why they were sent home before HTD.
@MJMonroe
hometown dates is always my favorite episode
@jenniferhansen3622
I feel the same way. It's interesting to see the family dynamics.
@jaminjohannashow
I think his match is Kelsey A. I've felt like this since day once seeing them together.
@jenniferhansen3622
I think you're right.