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Weekly Chart Report (1/07/11)
/by FreemanIn the first CountryBreakout Chart of 2011, Keith Urban stays in control of the No. 1 position with “Put You In A Song” and Luke Bryan’s “Someone Else Calling You Baby” and Tim McGraw’s “Felt Good On My Lips” unseated at spots 2 and 3. Kenny Chesney’s “Somewhere With You” is the big mover in […]
Grammy Nominee CD, AES Golf Tourney and New Mallory Video
/by admin19-Song Grammy Nominee CD • Yallwire releases Daisy Mallory video • Nashville’s AES Announces Audio Masters Golf Tourney >>The Recording Academy and Jive Records have pacted to release a 19-song collection to spotlight the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards nominees. The album will be released Jan. 25. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of […]
Swift Wins People's Choice Award
/by Sarah SkatesTaylor Swift won the trophy for Favorite Country Artist at last night’s (1/5) People’s Choice Awards. She was given the fan-voted honor by the legendary Elton John, who spoke about his love of the genre during the presentation. After the show at the Los Angeles Nokia Theater, Swift hit the CoverGirl 50th Anniversary Celebration at […]
New Bluegrass Offerings From Steve Martin, The Roys
/by Sarah SkatesSteve Martin will release his second full length bluegrass album Rare Bird Alert on Rounder Records on March 15, 2011. He will be joined by the Steep Canyon Rangers, who toured extensively with him over the last year. The new album features 13 new Martin-penned tracks and was produced by Tony Trishka. Sir Paul McCartney […]
Warren Brothers Sign With EMI Music Publishing
/by Sarah SkatesBrad and Brett Warren, the Warren Brothers, have signed with EMI Music Publishing. The long-term deal covers their back catalog as well as new material. Among the pair’s numerous hits are Martina McBride’s “Wrong Baby Wrong,” and “Anyway;” Tim McGraw’s “Felt Good On My Lips” and “If You’re Reading This;” Lynyrd Skynrd’s “Red, White and […]
JaneDear Debut Coming Next Month
/by Sarah SkatesWarner Bros. Records has set a Feb. 1 release date for the debut album from the JaneDear girls. The self-titled project contains 11 songs written by the duo’s Susie Brown and Danelle Leverett. The Utah native and Texas native, respectively, play at least seven instruments between the two of them: accordion, guitar, bass, fiddle, ganjo, […]
CMA Grows Strategic Partnership Department
/by Sarah SkatesThe Country Music Association has hired Chris Epperly as Director of Strategic Partnerships, and Angela Mendenhall as Manager of Strategic Partnerships.
2010 Sales Wrap; Top Albums, Artists and Songs
/by adminIn the year’s top selling digital song, “California Gurls” Snoop Dog says, “Katy I’m all up on ya, cause you’re representing California.” This writer says to Taylor, Lady A, Ke$ha and ZBB, “To brag I’m not bashful, cause you’re cranking it loud for Nashville.”
OK, with lines like that, perhaps this writer’s rap career will remain a well kept secret. But Nielsen SoundScan’s Year-End U.S. shows that Nashville music did not play second fiddle in 2010.
Benefit News
/by contributorValentine’s with the Paisleys • Nashville Rescue Mission • Chris Cagle and Saddle Up! • Alive at The Bluebird • Y108 Soldier Salute • Henry Paul helps fight cancer Valentine’s Day/Nashville Film Festival Benefit with the Paisleys The Nashville Film Festival is hosting its second annual La Fete du Cinema fundraising dinner on February 14. This year’s theme, […]
Sugarland's Incredible Machine Tour Steams Into 2011
/by Sarah SkatesSugarland has announced plans to continue its successful The Incredible Machine Tour in 2011. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will return to the road this spring with guests including fellow country band and longtime tourmates Little Big Town, hit pop songstress Sara Bareilles, and pop/rocker Matt Nathanson. Guest openers will vary by city. The tour […]
News Items: George Jones Resting In Hospital
/by Sarah SkatesJones to be released from hospital • Gibson Guitar indictments • Emily Hester hired at Hall of Fame • Radio Nectar debuts • A Thousand Horses EP • Fred Eaglesmith in Nashville >>George Jones spent last night (1/5) in a Nashville hospital following a routine check-up. His reps report he is resting comfortably and will […]
Rimes To Host Colgate Country Showdown
/by Sarah SkatesLeAnn Rimes will return as host of the 29th Annual Country Showdown National Final Television Special on January 13, 2011, at the Ryman Auditorium. The country music talent search has five regional winners competing for $100,000 and the title “Best New Act in Country Music.” The one-hour special will be taped for television and air […]
People's Choice Awards Tonight
/by Sarah SkatesHere’s a recap of some of the Nashville nominees headed into tonight’s (1/5) People’s Choice Awards. The show airs live from L.A.’s Nokia Theater at 8 PM/CT on CBS. Favorite Country Artist Carrie Underwood Keith Urban Lady Antebellum Rascal Flatts Taylor Swift Favorite Male Artist Eminem Enrique Iglesias Michael Bublé Tim McGraw Usher Favorite Female […]