Pennington Distilling Company Donates $10,000 To Music Health Alliance

Pennington Distilling Company, an award-winning spirits distillery, has donated $10,000 to Music Health Alliance (MHA) in support of the non-profit’s work to provide free healthcare advocacy and support to those in the music industry.

Pennington has also pledged that $1 of every bottle of Pickers Original Vodka sold in their Nashville accounts that support live music will be donated to MHA in 2022.

“Music Health Alliance is so incredibly grateful for the continued commitment and support of Pennington Distilling Co. This generous gift will provide immediate healthcare access to the music industry during this critical season.” shares Tatum Allsep, Music Health Alliance founder & CEO.

Jeff and Jenny Pennington, co-founders of Pickers Vodka, add: “We are thankful to be able to continue our support of Music Health Alliance and the amazing work that they do for the all the musicians across the U.S.”

 

 

The Gatlin Brothers To Celebrate 45 Years Of Grand Ole Opry Membership This Christmas

This Saturday (Dec. 25), award-winning country group, The Gatlin Brothers, will celebrate their 45th anniversary as members of the Grand Ole Opry. The brothers–Larry, Steve, and Rudy–were officially inducted into the Opry family on Dec. 25, 1976.

“One of the very happiest days of our lives was 45 years ago, Christmas Day, when the folks at the Grand Ole Opry asked us to be members of their family,” explains Larry. “We are grateful and honored every time we walk on that stage. God Bless you all and Merry Christmas!”

The group recently celebrated the occasion while performing on a special Christmas edition of the Opry’s broadcast. Backstage, the Gatlins were presented with special Hatch Show Prints to commemorate their upcoming anniversary.

 

 

Love From Music City Hosts Christmas Party For Over 150 Middle TN Foster Children

Nashville-based organization Love From Music City recently hosted their 10th Annual event. “A Very Merry Music City Christmas” welcomed over 150 Sumner County foster children. This year’s event included live entertainment from country music artists Shane Owens and JD Shelburne, as well as carnival games and a visit from Santa.

The entire second floor of the building was transformed into a huge toy store where each child, ages 0-18, was able to choose five items of their choice. They also received eleven essential items, such as a new pillow, pillowcase, blanket, gloves, a coat, shoes, backpack, socks, toiletries, and a stuffed animal.

“Unfortunately, this December has brought some devastating life events. However, I can still say it is more blessed to give than receive,” shares CFO Shanda Tripp. “I found myself still filled with joy as I witnessed the children enjoying their amazing Christmas. Then knowing this was our 10th year made it even more special. Thank you to our community of donors and superstar volunteers, you are truly the best!”

“A Very Merry Music City Christmas” was made possible through funds received throughout the year and the Love From Music City’s annual gala which raised over $35,000 in donations.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Sarah Jarosz has plotted a spring tour for 2022 in support of her recent records: 2020’s Grammy-winning World On The Ground and 2021’s Blue Heron Suite, which is nominated for Best Folk Album at the upcoming 64th Annual Grammy Awards.

Zig-zagging through the western U.S., the trek will begin on March 19 in Breckenridge, Colorado. Running through stops in Boulder, Phoenix, Tucson, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, and Santa Fe, the tour will wrap in late April with five dates across Jarosz’s home state of Texas. Tickets for all dates are on sale now.

“What a year it’s been. I’ve felt so fortunate to be able to play shows this fall and winter,“ shares Jarosz. “Now that this year is coming to a close, I am thrilled to announce my 2022 spring tour. The full band will be joining me once again, including Dave Speranza on bass, Mike Robinson on guitar, and John Fatum on drums.”

She continues, “We’ll be covering so many of my favorite cities on the west coast, the Rocky Mountains, and ending, of course, with a handful of shows in Texas.”

Sarah Jarosz Spring 2022 Tour Dates:
Mar 19 Breckenridge, CO, Riverwalk Center
Mar 20 Boulder, CO, Boulder Theater
Mar 21 Ft. Collins, CO, The Aggie Theatre
Mar 23 Jackson Hole, WY, Center for the Arts
Mar 24 Grand Junction, CO, Avalon Theatre
Mar 26 Phoenix, AZ, Musical Instrument Museum
Mar 27 Tucson, AZ, Rialto Theatre
Mar 28 Solana Beach, CA, Belly Up
Mar 29 Los Angeles, CA, Troubadour
Mar 30 Santa Barbara, CA, The Lobero Theater
Apr 1 Felton, CA, Felton Music Hall
Apr 2 Petaluma, CA, Mystic Theatre
Apr 3 Grass Valley, CA, Center for the Arts
Apr 4 San Francisco, CA, Great American Music Hall
Apr 6 Seattle, WA, Neptune Theatre
Apr 7 Portland, OR, Revolution Hall
Apr 8 Boise, ID, Egyptian Theater
Apr 10 Missoula, MT, The Wilma
Apr 11 Bozeman, MT, The Elm
Apr 13 Durango, CO, Ft. Lewis College
Apr 14 Santa Fe, NM, Lensic Theater
Apr 15 Dallas, TX, Kessler Theater
Apr 19 Austin, TX, 04 Center
Apr 20 Austin, TX, 04 Center
Apr 21 Houston, TX, The Heights
Apr 22 New Braunfels, TX, Gruene Hall

Martina McBride is returning to her roots on her father Daryl Schiff‘s new record, Satisfied, available everywhere now. McBride produced the new project, which also features her brother Marty Schiff.

The father-daughter duo, along with Marty, came together for the 15-song collection, which includes two covers from Martina, three by Marty, and family harmonies throughout.

Daryl has been a lifelong musician who started the family band, The Schiffters, where Martina and Marty first learned to play and sing.

“I chose the songs that I could relate to from the things that have happened in my life,” says Daryl. “You need to be able to relate to and feel the song to sing it with emotion.”

“Getting to record this album with my dad after hearing him sing literally for my whole life was such a blessing,” adds McBride. “Singing with my brother, hearing our voices blend with his, is really special. Dad sings in such an authentic way. You cannot teach or fake the kind of country singing he does. It comes from a lifetime of loving it and all of the influences he has heard all of his life. The emotion he conveys isn’t some singer’s ‘trick.’ It is real. There were several times I teared up hearing him sing in the studio. I’m so grateful for this musical treasure we will have forever and excited to share it with my fans.”

McBride has been busy this holiday season on the road during her annual “Joy of Christmas Tour.” In 2021, the multi-Platinum entertainer also celebrated thirty years in the industry and her own exhibit in the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville. To read more about her 30-year legacy, click here.

Satisfied Track List:
1. Tonight The Bottle Let Me Down
2. Heartaches By The Number
3. Where Could I Go
4. Making Believe
5. I’ve Been Running Around
6. I Can’t Help It If I’m Still In Love With You
7. Farther Along
8. I Really Need To Know
9. Satisfied Mind
10. Today I Started Loving You Again
11. Mansion Over The Hilltop
12. Still In Love With You
13. Crazy Arms
14. You Don’t Have To Come Around Me Anymore
15. Farewell Party

Miranda Lambert’s MuttNation Shares The Holiday Spirit Both Locally & Nationally

Miranda Lambert and Tractor Supply Company, the exclusive retailer for Lambert’s MuttNation pet line and pet foods, have teamed up to help animal shelters, both locally and nationwide.

The country music star recently visited Franklin, Tennessee’s Tractor Supply store to purchase thousands of dollars of pet food, toys and supplies before making surprise stops at three local shelters: Williamson County Animal Center, Metro Nashville Animal Care & Control and Nashville Humane Association.

“This time of year, it’s so important to remember shelter animals everywhere. These three shelters have been important local partners to MuttNation over the past several years, and we all know how tough it’s been for them. I just wanted show my appreciation,” Lambert explains.

Tractor Supply Company surprised Lambert and MuttNation by giving $1,000 gift cards to 10 shelters and rescues that help senior pets and/or pets with special needs.

 

ASCAP Hosts 12th Annual Christian Music Songwriters Workshop

The ASCAP Nashville membership team virtually hosted The ASCAP Foundation Christian Music Songwriters Workshop earlier this month, bringing together 11 rising Christian songwriters.

The workshops was led by award-winning ASCAP songwriter, motivator and facilitator Jason Houser. The event’s two sessions included intensives on the craft of songwriting, the art of co-writing, how to find one’s writing voice, and how to find the right balance between melodies, chord progressions and lyrics.

Now in its 12th year, the workshop is part of an ongoing series designed to focus on the development and education of promising new songwriters.

 

Shore Fire Media Elevates Maria Eilert To Junior Account Executive

Shore Fire Media has promoted Maria Eilert to Junior Account Executive. Based in Nashville, Eilert was formerly a Publicity Assistant.

A Belmont University graduate, Eilert studied Music Business and graduated in November 2020. Prior to joining Shore Fire, she held internships at Shore Fire, Warner Records, and Kansas City’s Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

Eilert began at Shore Fire as an intern in January 2020, and joined as a Publicity Assistant a week after graduating in November 2020. She has been an integral part of campaigns for musicians and creators such as Scarypoolparty, Jacob Sartorius, The East Family, Giannina Gibelli, Simone De La Rue, Baby Shark Live, Jocelyn & Chris Arndt, The East Family, Doctor Mike, Lyte and more.

“Maria joined our team as an intern, only working in an office with us for a few short weeks before the pandemic shut down. Despite the distance, her thoughtfulness, enthusiasm and mind for publicity have made her instrumental on our team,” says Senior Account Executive Andrea Evenson. “Maria has grown tremendously as a publicist, and we are all thrilled to see her take on this new role.”

Since its release last week (Dec. 15), Parker McCollum‘s Gold Chain Cowboy Black Card: Signature Edition has sold out. This was the first such fan club NFT released through MusicFX.io, a digital community connecting artists to their fan bases through NFTs.

In total, 1,000 fans purchased the Black Card: Signature Edition membership. Included with their purchase was an individually signed and numbered digital membership NFT, 12-month membership to the Gold Chain Cowboy Club, VIP access to future events, secret airdrops into their Parker McCollum MusicFX Collection, opportunities for meet & greet passes at Parker McCollum concerts & events, and more.

“I’m just blown away by this,” shares McCollum. “Seeing the love and support from my fans is just awesome. I want to thank all of you who joined up today, we’re going to have some amazing times together.”

Those who have become Black Cardholders will be automatically entered into the Gold Chain Cowboy Club sweepstakes, where a handful of members will win special prizes, all personally selected by the Platinum-selling country artist himself.

“We’re absolutely thrilled with the response to Parker’s Signature Edition NFTs,” adds Billie-Jo Aasen, co-head of MusicFX. “We were confident we had something special on our hands, but Parker’s fans have taken this to the next level. I know there’ll be some disappointed people out there who missed out, but we’ll have some great news for you shortly.”

For more information on McCollum’s NFT, click here.