Vince Gill, for one, wasn't going to let that stop him from his mission of uplift.

CNN: Famous Okies pull off benefit in bad weather

"There aren't words in our language to describe the depth of his greatness, " Vince Gill said in a statement.

CNN: Country music legend George Jones dies at 81

Other highlights a performance by blues great Buddy Guy an a set from Vince Gill, Keith Urban and Albert Lee.

NPR: Richards Joins Clapton At Crossroads Festival

The show, , which will air that night on NBC, will feature Grammy winning artists Miranda Lambert, Vince Gill and Reba McEntire.

CNN: SHARE THIS

Over the 20 years, his annual fundraising concerts have showcased performers such as Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Wynonna Judd, Michael Bolton, comedian Lewis Clark, and world-renowned trumpeter Chris Botti.

FORBES: Major League Baseball Goes To The Dogs

The songwriter was honoured with "An All-Star Tribute to Brian Wilson" on American TV on Wednesday - featuring Ricky Martin, Carly Simon, Vince Gill, the Go-Gos and Billy Joel.

BBC: Beach Boy sues former bandmates

His latest album, Just Across the River, features a series of duets with some of the singers he wrote for, including Willie Nelson, Lucinda Williams and Vince Gill.

NPR: Jimmy Webb: From 'Phoenix' To 'Just Across The River'

The album features a host of guests artists, including Vince Gill, Rosanne Cash and Elvis Costello, as well as Haden's wife, four children and son-in-law, actor Jack Black.

NPR: Charlie Haden: A Bassist With A Country Pedigree

Charity organizers say monetary donations are far more flexible and useful, and many organizations are expected to see an infusion of cash donations after a benefit concert Wednesday night in Oklahoma City featuring country music stars with Oklahoma ties, including Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Vince Gill and Reba McEntire.

NPR: Charities See Influx Of Aid In OK Tornado's Wake