Weekly Chart Report (3/18/11)

SPIN ZONE Thompson Square is just plain hot. The Stoney Creek duo has now spent three weeks on top of the CountryBreakout Chart with “Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not,” racking up some impressive sales figures in the meantime. They’re looking like early breakout stars for 2011. Darius Rucker’s “This” moves to the No. […]

Kristofferson Flick To Open Nashville Film Festival

The Nashville Film Festival is always stacked with music-related events, ranging from screenings to the annual music supervisors panel. This year’s just-announced films include appearances by artists/actors Kris Kristofferson, Dwight Yoakam, and Chely Wright. The festival takes place April 14-21 at the Regal Green Hills Cinemas. Making its Southeastern U.S. Premiere on NaFF opening night […]

Flatts Fest Tour Starts June 18

Rascal Flatts will join with opening acts Sara Evans, Easton Corbin and Justin Moore on a 24-show tour that starts June 18 in Bristow, VA and ends Sept. 18 in san Diego, CA. Included will be an interactive, high-energy stage design plus a unique pre-show festival atmosphere and tailgating experience. Activities will be spread throughout […]

Lifenotes: Mark Russo

Longtime tour production manager Mark Russo has died at age 55. The Albuquerque, NM native passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2011.

Ferlin Husky Passes

Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Ferlin Husky has died, according to a report from The Tennessean. The 85-year-old had been suffering from congestive heart failure and hospitalized in recent weeks. From 1953-1975, he charted almost 50 singles, including signature songs “Wings of a Dove,” and “Gone.” The Missouri native got his start in the […]

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