Garth Brooks’ Notre Dame Concert Sells Nearly 85,000 Tickets In Less Than Three Hours

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Tickets went on sale for Garth Brooks‘ upcoming inaugural Notre Dame concert on Friday (Sept. 14), and in less than three hours, the event had sold just under 85,000 tickets.

Brooks commented, “Just when you think you have seen it all as an entertainer, today happens! I can’t wait to see all of you in October.”

Brooks’ show, the first-ever concert event to be held at Notre Dame Stadium in Indiana, will take place Saturday, Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. ET. The concert is sponsored by Amazon Music.

There are a few single seats left. Tickets can only be purchased at ticketmaster.com/garthbrooks or either Ticketmaster Express 1-866-448-7849 or 1-800-745-3000. The concert will be rain or shine.

Tickets cost $79.95 plus a $4.00 facility fee and a $15.00 service charge for a total of $98.95.

Signings: Rocky Block, DJ Cannon Banyon, T-Woods, Rebel Union

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Rocky Block Signs With Being Bob Music

Standing (L-R): Jamie Bruno, Being Bob Music; MaryAnn Keen, BMI
Seated (L-R): Bob DiPiero, Being Bob Music; Rocky Block; Jody Williams, BMI

Artist/songwriter Rocky Block, son of the late Billy Block, has signed a publishing deal with Being Bob Music and is being developed by Being Bob Music Owner Bob DiPiero.

“Rocky is one of the most talented artist/writers that I have ever heard,” said DiPiero. “We are looking forward to a long and successful run with Rocky and Being Bob Music.”

“It’s truly humbling to have someone as talented and successful as Bob believe in me. I’m excited to join his team and get to work,” said Block.

 

DJ Cannon Banyon, T-Woods Take The Backroad

Southern country artists DJ Cannon Banyon and T-Woods have signed with Backroad Records, a division of Average Joes Entertainment. Both artists will release new music in the coming weeks.

T-Woods’ debut music video “I Am Who I Am,” launches today, while Banyon, a producer and touring DJ based in South Carolina, will release his new single, “Shawty In The Truck,” on September 21.

“Cannon Banyon has been one of the top music promoters in the mud bog and country backwoods/underground world for years. We’re pleased to partner with him to create the next iteration of his sound. T-Woods’ new video is a great first look for a new artist we think fans will enjoy,” said Forrest Latta, A&R.

 

Rebel Union Joins PLA Media Roster

Rebel Union has inked with PLA Media for publicity representation. The four-part group, Suzanne Dennis, Allie Johnson, Blake Mohler and Zach Laughlin, recorded a video of a mash-up of “Hurricane” by Luke Combs and “Let It Rain” by David Nail which has garnered almost 200k views already. In the past year, the group released their debut single “Secondhand High.”

Toby Keith To Be Honored With Nashville Symphony’s Harmony Award

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Toby Keith has been named as the 2018 recipient of the Nashville Symphony’s Harmony Award.

Keith will be presented the award and perform during the 34th annual Symphony Ball on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018, at Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Presented annually by the Nashville Symphony and selected by a dedicated committee, the Harmony Award recognizes an individual who exemplifies the harmonious spirit of Nashville’s musical community.

“Toby Keith has the unique ability to capture the essence of life’s most passionate and memorable moments through music, as evidenced by an incredible career that has produced hit music every year over the past three decades,” said Katie Crumbo and Laurie Seabury, chairmen of the 2018 Symphony Ball fundraiser. “More than just an outstanding singer and songwriter with a legendary onstage energy, Toby has made selfless contributions to the world around him – including scores of performances for U.S. service personnel abroad and assisting the families of children with critical illnesses through the Toby Keith Foundation – that prove his impact reaches well beyond music. We look forward to celebrating Toby and all of his tremendous accomplishments at the 2018 Symphony Ball.”

“I’m so appreciative of this honor given to me by the Nashville Symphony,” Keith said. “Thank you, it means a great deal to me.”

The Symphony Ball is one of the Nashville Symphony’s two annual fundraisers. Since its inception in 1985, the Ball has raised millions for the Symphony, sustaining the organization’s mission of achieving excellence in musical performance and educational programs, while engaging the community, enriching audiences and shaping cultural life.

Past recipients of the Harmony Award include Chet Atkins, Mike and Linda Curb, Rascal Flatts, Béla Fleck, Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw, Wynonna and Naomi Judd, Miranda Lambert, Lyle Lovett, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, LeAnn Rimes, Michael W. Smith, Marty Stuart, Taylor Swift, Steven Tyler, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Steve Winwood and Trisha Yearwood.

Carrie Underwood To Team With Grand Ole Opry For 10th Annual Opry Goes Pink

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The Grand Ole Opry and Carrie Underwood are joining together in the fight against breast cancer on Friday, Oct. 26 with a special 10th Annual Opry Goes Pink. Opry member and Capitol Records Nashville artist Underwood will flip the switch on the Opry’s signature barn backdrop, turning it pink for the night as the “Cry Pretty” star takes the stage to perform on two shows that night. Underwood also flipped the switch on the inaugural Opry Goes Pink in 2009.

Underwood and the Opry have teamed to create Cry Pretty Opry Goes Pink packages featuring Opry Goes Pink tickets, Underwood’s Cry Pretty album (available now) and a collectible print. Beginning today, when fans order the package or tickets, $5 from every package and ticket sold will be donated to the fight against breast cancer. Tickets and packages are available at opry.com and at (800) SEE-OPRY.

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Dolly Parton To Present 9 To 5 The Musical At The Savoy In London

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Dolly Parton is bringing 9 To 5 The Musical to the Savoy Theatre in London for a limited season from Jan. 28–Aug. 31, 2019. The musical will star Louise Redknapp as ‘Violet Newstead’, Amber Davies as ‘Judy Bernly’, Natalie McQueen as ‘Doralee Rhodes’ and Brian Conley as ‘Franklin Hart’.

Inspired by the cult film, 9 To 5 The Musical was written by Patricia Resnick, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton. It is directed by Jeff Calhoun, with choreography by Lisa Stevens, set and costume design by Tom Rogers, lighting design by Howard Hudson, musical supervision, arrangements and orchestrations by Mark Crossland, musical direction by Andrew Hilton and casting by Victoria Roe. Music from the show, 9 To 5 The Musical Original Broadcast Cast Recording is planned for re-release via Dolly Records/Sony Music.

Tickets for the London run will go on sale Sept. 18.

LifeNotes: Alan Jackson’s Son-In-Law Ben Selecman Dies

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Samuel Benton “Ben” Selecman, husband of Mattie Jackson Selecman and son-in-law of country artist Alan Jackson, died unexpectedly Wednesday, Sept. 12, in West Palm Beach, Florida. Selecman, a Nashville resident, had recently suffered severe traumatic head injuries in a fall. He was 28 years old.

Selecman was an East Tennessee (Knoxville) native and University of Tennessee Knoxville graduate. He earned his law degree at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law and was employed as an Assistant D.A. by the Nashville-Davidson County District Attorney’s Office.

Selecman married wife Mattie, the oldest daughter of the country singer-songwriter and his wife Denise, last October. In addition to his wife, Selecman is survived by parents Mark and Brenda Selecman, brother Cole Selecman and his wife, Morgan.

 

Spotify Increases Download Limit To 10,000 Tracks

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Spotify has increased the number of songs Premium users can download offline to a single device, from 3,333 songs to 10,000 songs. Additionally, Spotify now allows subscribers to download songs on up to five devices, instead of the previous limit of three devices.

“At Spotify, we’re always working on improving the experience for our users,” said a Spotify spokesperson. “We can now confirm that we have increased the number of offline tracks per device — from 3,333 on 3 devices to 10,000 tracks per device for up to 5 devices.”

In total, Premium users can download a limit of 50,000 songs, which is less than Apple Music’s limit of 100,000 songs, while Amazon Prime Music allows users to download an unlimited amount of songs onto four different devices. Spotify Premium is available for $10 per month.

 

 

TobyMac To Release ‘The Elements’ In October

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TobyMac will return with his first new album in three years, when The Elements releases Oct. 12.

The 11-track album includes “I just need U.,” which topped the CCM radio charts for 12 weeks. The project’s second single, “Everything,” is at No. 4 on the Hot AC and in the Top 15 at AC Indicator, AC Monitored, and Christian Airplay.

TobyMac and his DiverseCity Band will launch a 12-city theatre run with guest Ryan Stevenson later this year, following TobyMac’s 18 sold-out arena shows as part of his HITS DEEP Tour.

TobyMac has five Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Award nominations for the upcoming 49th annual GMA Dove Awards, including nods in major categories such as Song of the Year (“I just need U.”), Songwriter of the Year (Artist) and Contemporary Christian Artist of the Year.

The Elements Track Listing:
1. The Elements
2. I just need U.
3. Scars
4. Everything
5. Starts With Me (feat. Aaron Cole)
6. Edge Of My Seat
7. It’s You
8. Horizon (A New Day)
9. Hello Future
10. Overflow
11. See The Light

Luke Bryan Reveals Benefit Show For Community Foundation Of South Georgia

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Luke Bryan

Georgia natives Luke Bryan, Phillip Phillips, Cole Swindell, The Peach Pickers and DJ Rock will host a benefit show in their home state on Oct. 3 at the Exchange Club of Albany in Albany, Georgia. Proceeds raised will be donated to The Heart of South Georgia Fund of The Community Foundation of South Georgia to support the ongoing natural disaster relief efforts as well as other needs within the community.

“My hometown is more than a place for me. It is a way of life,” Bryan said. “Growing up in South Georgia has had such an impact on me in so many ways and I’m so glad that this group of amazing artists and writers are able to come back home and help those who have been hit by such devastation over the past couple of years.”

“Albany is my home,” Phillips said. “I have traveled near and far, but always come back home. This is where my family is and where I planted my roots. I was home on Jan. 22, 2017, when the tornado ravaged our area and surrounding areas. I was able to get out that night and in the days following to serve alongside my community, seeing the true heart of our city. I am honored to have the opportunity now to play this special show.”

“When I was asked to be a part of this event I didn’t hesitate,” Swindell added. “Even though I get to travel the country doing what I love day after day there is nothing that gives me a sense of recharging than coming back home to South Georgia and being around the people who helped get me here. Being able to give back in some small way means the world to me.”

Dallas Davidson of The Peach Pickers said, “I’m extremely excited to be a part of The Heart of South Georgia show. It’s an honor to be able to give back to a town that gave me so much. No matter where I am I always take a piece of Albany, Georgia with me.”

For more, visit heartofsouthgeorgia.org.