Vince Gill Headlines 14th Jammin’ to Beat The Blues

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For the fourth consecutive year, Tennessean of the year, Vince Gill will headline the 14th annual Jammin’ to Beat the Blues concert to benefit Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee at the Ryman Auditorium Tuesday, April 17.

Gill’s special guests for the show in previous years have included Rodney Crowell, Joe Don Rooney, Amy Grant, and Jenny Gill.

The event will raise funds and awareness for the Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee, a non-profit organization celebrating 65 years of promoting mental wellness in the lives of children, families, friends, and co-workers to erase the stigma of mental illness. The organization was formerly known as the Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee.

Tickets to Jammin’ to Beat the Blues are $32.50 and $42.50. Tickets go on sale 10 AM Friday, January 20.

Kaleb McIntire – Redneck In All of Us

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Kaleb McIntire’s “Redneck in All Of Us” is the debut single release off his newly-finished album Scars. He’s a confessed adrenaline junkie and reformed bad boy with a guitar and outlaw attitude. “Redneck in All of Us”, written by Brian Maher, Rich McCready and Davy Ulbrich humorously emphasizes how we can all switch to our redneck side from time to time.

Growing up on the countryside of Joplin, Missouri, in the Ozark Mountains allowed Mcintire to experiment in music and grow. “I was raised on a Southwest Missouri farm and grew up playing gospel and sports,” he explains, “Music is the only thing that makes sense to me. Thanks to God that I am able to do what I love!”

Also available on PlayMPE.

www.kalebmcintire.com

Contact info:
Lynne Connolly
PCL Music Promotions
lynne@pclmusic.com

Redneck in All of Us

Bobby Dean – White Lightning or Pink Champagne

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Bobby Dean is the perfect example of why you should never give up on a dream.

In January 2011, after 30 years of juggling his trucking business and singing in local bars at night, Dean released his first CD On The Radio after signing with Lamon Records Nashville. The album has already produced two singles, “Hank on the Radio” and “Rebound,” the latter of which received airplay from several MusicRow reporting stations.

Dean’s new country radio single, “White Lightning or Pink Champagne” and the accompanying music video, are about a guy who can never figure out which mood his girl is in. Does she want to go honky-tonking in her jeans or to a fine restaurant all dressed up? Either way, she’s going to have some fun!

Dean spent much of his summer in Nashville, greeting fans during CMA Music Fest.
He’s spent the fall recording a collection of new songs with producer/Lamon Records president Dave Moody which will be released in 2012. Moody, a member of the Grammy-nominated Moody Brothers band, describes Dean’s talents like this: “Bobby has a unique style voice, very traditional sounding, yet he makes it his own.”

In November, Dean was in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, for T.J. Martell Foundation fundraiser.

See the “White Lightning or Pink Champagne” video at http://vimeo.com/channels/lamon

Contact:
Dave Moody, Lamon Records Nashville
Phone: 615.379.2121, x101
Email: staff@lamonrecords.com
www.lamonrecords.com
www.facebook.com/bobbydean09

Oak Ridge Boys – What’cha Gonna Do

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Bass man Richard Sterban’s stuttering delivery of the title lines of this bopper is priceless. The rest of the boys are still harmonizing flawlessly. The song is as catchy as all get out.
—Robert K. Oermann, MusicRow

This summer Cracker Barrel Old Country Store asked The Oak Ridge Boys to record an album incorporating both previously recorded and brand new songs. The result was It’s Only Natural, a 12-track CD with seven rerecorded hits—including the group’s multi-platinum, country-pop hit “Elvira”—and five new songs.

While the combination of Oak Ridge Boys and Cracker Barrel is a natural, the Oaks made the decision to stretch with the music video for their first single from the project. The group invited 16-year-old YouTube sensation Keenan Cahill to join them in Nashville for the taping of “What’cha Gonna Do.” The now-viral video (also embedded below) received nearly 200,000 views during the first week of its release and was Keenan’s first country music collaboration.

“What’cha Gonna Do,” written by Steven J. Williams, Wil Nance and Sherrie Austin, was released to country radio in November and is currently garnering airplay across the U.S. It’s Only Natural was released through the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store exclusive music program on September 19. On August 6, The Oak Ridge Boys were inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

http://www.oakridgeboys.com/
http://www.facebook.com/oakridgeboys


 

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Shane Yellowbird – Bare Feet On The Blacktop

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A Cree Indian from Hobbema, Alberta, Shane Yellowbird is one of Canada’s hottest country stars. He initially learned to sing as a technique to overcome a severe stuttering problem, and has gone from quietly pursuing a fine arts degree at college to a thriving music career. In a short span, he has already pumped out five Top 10 Billboard country hits.

“Bare Feet on the Blacktop,” written by Ashley Gorley and Frank Rogers, is Yellowbird’s first single and video release in the United States. A lively up-tempo number with striking guitar licks, witty lyrics, and smooth country harmonies, “Bare Feet” has been a crowd favorite at Yellowbird’s shows all summer.

“This song is a lot of fun both lyrically and on the stage,” explains Yellowbird. “I’ve had so much fun performing it and the crowds at all the festivals have shown a positive reaction to it.”

http://www.shaneyellowbird.com

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Photo Round-up: Rascal Flatts, Frankie Ballard, The Roys

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Rascal Flatts Inducted Into Grand Ole Opry

Rascal Flatts was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry by Opry member Little Jimmy Dickens during the Opry’s 86th Birthday Bash celebration which aired live on GAC: Great American Country. (L-R): Opry GM Pete Fisher; Little Jimmy Dickens; and Joe Don Rooney, Gary LeVox and Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts.

Photo: Chris Hollo

Frankie Ballard Surprises Nashville School Teacher for OfficeMax’s “A Day Made Better”

Last Wednesday (10/5), Frankie Ballard made a surprise visit to a Title 1 elementary school in Nashville to deliver an award and $1,000 worth of school supplies to an unsuspecting teacher in support of OfficeMax’s national “A Day Made Better” event. Ballard surprised Mr. Josh Wright at McGavock Elementary with new supplies from OfficeMax including a printer, digital camera, desk chair and other essentials. (L-R): OfficeMax associate Steve Gray, Wright and Ballard.

Photo: Getty Images

The Roys Singing National Anthem

Rural Rhythm Records bluegrass duo The Roys performed the national anthem at the Tennessee Titans/Denver Broncos game to a 97,000-plus crowd at LP Field in Nashville.

Photo: Donn Jones

2011 October/November—On The Cover: Jake Owen

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Label: RCA Records Nashville
Current Album: Barefoot Blue Jean Night
Current Single: “Alone With You”
Current Video: “Barefoot Blue Jean Night”
Management/Booking: Morris Artist Management
Current Producers: Tony Brown, Rodney Clawson and Joey Moi
Recent Hits: “Barefoot Blue Jean Night”
Awards: ACM Top New Male Artist
RIAA Certs to date: “Barefoot Blue Jean Night”-Platinum single, “Eight Second Ride”-Gold single
Hometown: Vero Beach, FL
Birthdate: August 28
Interesting Facts: After a serious wakeboarding accident, Jake had reconstructive shoulder surgery. During that time with his left arm in a sling, he learned to play guitar and started writing songs.
Outside Interests: Wakeboarding, Wakesurfing
Musical Influences: Alabama, Vern Gosdin, Waylon Jennings, Tom Petty
Favorite Record: Too many to choose from

Guided by musical instinct, a drive for self-improvement and a willingness to experiment, Jake Owen has crafted Barefoot Blue Jean Night as one of the most innovative and refreshing country collections of the year. The CD’s title tune is already exploding as the biggest hit of Owen’s career to date.

“I never wanted to be the guy that did everything the way you’re supposed to do it,” says the candid and outgoing music maker. “And that led me to make this record, which I think really represents who I am more than anything I’ve ever recorded. If nothing else happens after this, I can honestly say that I did the absolute best that I can do. I’ve never felt this good about music, or anything in my career, as I do right now.”

In 2005, Jake went from performing in Florida bars to moving to Nashville and within months he had a Music Row song-publishing contract. Less than a year later, he was signed by RCA Records and was on the charts with his first two singles, “Yee Haw” and “Startin’ with Me.” He went from being a speck in a stadium crowd at a Kenny Chesney concert to opening shows for the superstar. Then Brad Paisley took him on the road as Owen scored his third hit, 2007’s “Something About a Woman.” In 2008, Owen opened shows for Sugarland and this year, Keith Urban asked Jake to be his touring partner on the Get Closer 2011 World Tour.

Jake has previously enjoyed major-league success with such performances as 2006’s “Startin’ with Me,” 2008’s “Don’t Think I Can’t Love You,” and 2009’s “Eight Second Ride.” His revival of “Life in a Northern Town” with Sugarland and Little Big Town in 2008 earned him Grammy and CMA Award nominations. Owen was named 2009’s Top New Male Vocalist by the Academy of Country Music. But nothing, he says, compares to the impact his new music is making.
“If you want to get better at your craft, you have to push yourself, take risks and try something
different,” he reflects. “In order to grow and not be complacent, you have to open your mind, expand your horizons and be grateful. That’s what this record represents for me.”

Corey Wagar – I Hate My Boyfriend

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Corey Wagar’s second single “I Hate My Boyfriend,” from her debut album On The Edge (GTR Records Nashville), has an infectious and fun lyric that grabs listeners and says, “This young artist is about to make her name.”

“I Hate My Boyfriend” goes for adds Sept 26th, with promotion efforts being spearheaded by Lisa Smoot, Jerry Duncan, Regina Raleigh and Christina Bear. Corey has performed the song live on her radio tour and has had the male DJs sing the chorus along with her.

“When you have great radio talent like Steve Ferguson, Dusty Edwards, Thom Watts, Captain Jack, Bill Booth, Dave Spencer, Dennis Banka, and Marty Mitchell singing along with you, it’s the funniest thing ever and feels like you have something really special to share with your audience,” laughs Corey.

She wrote “I Hate My Boyfriend” with her co-writing partner and guitarist Gordon Brown, and LoCash Cowboys’ Preston Brust. As he joined the writing session, Brust walked in and asked “So Corey, what’s up with the boyfriend?” She answered immediately, and the single was born. Produced at The Sound Kitchen by Kent Wells (Dolly Parton), this is a song for everyone, including men who have experience with assertive women.

Since the release of her first single “Hurricane,” Corey has opened up for top-notch talents such as Randy Travis, Tim McGraw, Lady Antebellum, Darius Rucker, Ashton Shepherd, Eden’s Edge, LoCash Cowboys, and many others.

http://coreywagar.com/

Corey Wagar – I Hate My Boyfriend

The Lost Trailers – Underdog

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The Lost Trailers, Stokes Nielson & Jason Wyatt

The Lost Trailers are back! The country music duo founded by songwriter/producer Stokes Nielson, launch “Underdog”  to country radio this week for a September 19th impact date.

Nielson’s first record using the Lost Trailers name was The Story of the New Age Cowboy, which Willie Nelson discovered in 2000 and offered the chance to perform at his 4th of July picnic.

Following that performance, The Lost Trailers ascended from a hard-touring regional act to Top 20 hits on radio, snagging three ACM nominations, and opening shows for Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Jamey Johnson and many others. Most recently The Lost Trailers were featured on Tim McGraw’s tour with Lady Antebellum and then as part of the inaugural Country Throwdown Tour with Montgomery Gentry and Jamey Johnson. Nielson has also notched songwriting credits on Zac Brown Band’s double platinum album The Foundation.

In 2011, singer/songwriter  Jason Wyatt joined Nielson as the second half of The Lost Trailers. A new release is forthcoming, part of which was recorded at Abbey Road with legendary producer, Eddie Kramer (Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin). “Underdog” is the first single off that release.

http://thelosttrailers.com/

The Lost Trailers – Underdog

ACM Announces $661,000 Endowment

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Honorees from “Girls Night Out: Superstar Women of Country” (Getty Images/Courtesy of the Academy of Country Music & dick clark productions)


The Academy of Country Music has announced a $661,000 endowment to ACM Lifting Lives, on behalf of the artists who participated in Girls Night Out: Superstar Women of Country. Ticket proceeds from the taping of the Las Vegas concert special in April benefited ACM Lifting Lives.
Honorees The Judds, Miranda Lambert, Loretta Lynn, Martina McBride, Jennifer Nettles, Reba and Carrie Underwood along with special performers Jason Aldean, The Band Perry, Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, John Fogerty, Vince Gill, the JaneDear girls, Little Big Town, Pistol Annies, Rascal Flatts and Blake Shelton all participated in the taping, with more than 8 million viewers tuning in to the special on CBS.
“ACM Lifting Lives thanks these artists for generously donating their time and talent for the taping,” says ACM Lifting Lives Chair Gayle Holcomb. “We are grateful to them and for the opportunity to continue serving our many wonderful beneficiaries.”
ACM Lifting Lives is the philanthropic arm of the Academy of Country Music dedicated to improving lives through music by providing and serving members of the country music community who face unexpected medical or financial hardship.

(L-R): ACM Vice President Butch Waugh, ACM President Sarah Trahern, ACM Chairman Bill Mayne, ACM Lifting Lives Chairman Gayle Holcomb, ACM Lifting Lives President Mark Hartley, ACM Lifting Lives Vice-President Gary Gilbert and ACM Parliamentarian Paul Moore.