Kris Kristofferson. Photo: Marina Chavez
A first-rate lineup of country performers took the stage at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena last night (March 16) to pay tribute to the storied and eclectic life of songwriter, singer, entertainer, and actor Kris Kristofferson.
Of course, there are many more superlatives to add to that list: Kristofferson has also been a Golden Gloves boxer, a Rhodes scholar, a college football player, a military officer, a helicopter pilot, a Grammy-winner, and an icon. Kristofferson’s acting roles have included A Star is Born (opposite Barbra Streisand, who sent in a video tribute for the evening), as well as Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, Blade and more films.
Reba, Alison Krauss, Buddy Miller, Larry Gatlin, Jessi Alexander, Jon Randall, Jessi Colter, Shooter Jennings, Lady Antebellum, Dierks Bentley, Ryan Bingham, Rosanne Cash, Eric Church, Emmylou Harris, Jack Ingram, Jamey Johnson, Martina McBride, Willie Nelson, Jennifer Nettles, Darius Rucker, Hank Williams Jr. and Lee Ann Womack all took a turn in the spotlight to pay honor with their renditions of his hit songs.
Nettles brought one of the evening’s early standing ovations, for her passionate, spirited rendition of “Worth Fighting For,” a track recorded on Kristofferson’s 1995 album A Moment Of Forever.
Johnson and Krauss opted for a quieter, lush performance of “For The Good Times,” followed by Krauss’ solo take on “Casey’s Last Ride,” a track from the 1970 Monument Records release Kristofferson.
Bentley offered a bluegrass spin on “From The Bottle To The Bottom,” with help from the Travelin’ McCourys. The track was included on Bentley’s 2010 album Up On The Ridge, and featured Kristofferson.
Throughout the evening, Kristofferson collaborated with performers, including “Lonely Way Back Home” with Harris. Reba coaxed a sing-along chorus on his classic “Me and Bobby McGee.”
“This song and Kris saved my life,” said Church, before performing “To Beat The Devil.” Church told the crowd he almost packed it up and headed back to North Carolina early in his career. “I had a rough time in Nashville, like a lot of people who get told ‘No’ a lot. I played that game where if I get told no one more time, I’m outta here.” He met with a publisher the next day. I played maybe half a song and the guy said, ‘I don’t know where you are from, and I don’t know much about ya, but I’d go back there.'” Church went to his car and “To Beat The Devil” came on. “It talked about the very thing I was going through.”
After hearing the song, he pressed on, determined to stay just one more day in Nashville. “That next day, I got a publishing deal,” said Church. “So I’m here because of that man right there,” he said, as Kristofferson sat on the side of the stage.
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry made a surprise appearance to proclaim March 16, 2016 as Kris Kristofferson Day in Nashville. “I’m speechless. You blew me away. Nashville saved my life again,” said Kristofferson.
The crowd was on its feet as Nelson took the stage, offering the song “Living Legend,” before he was joined by Kristofferson for “Sunday Morning Coming Down.”
Kristofferson and Nelson, the surviving half of 1980s country supergroup The Highwaymen, were joined by Waylon Jennings’ son Shooter, as well as Johnson, for a rendition of “The Highwaymen.”
The evening culminated in an all-star singalong, led by Kristofferson, on his classic “Why Me Lord.”
Set List:
“Kristofferson,” performed by Jessi Alexander, Jon Randall and Larry Gatlin
“Jesus Was A Capricorn,” performed by Jack Ingram
“Please Don’t Tell Me How The Story Ends,” performed by Buddy Miller
“Here Comes That Rainbow Again,” performed by Martina McBride
“The Taker,” performed by Ryan Bingham
“Nobody Wins,” performed by Lee Ann Womack
“Worth Fighting For,” performed by Jennifer Nettles
“Lovin’ Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again),” performed by Rosanne Cash
“Chase The Feeling,” performed by Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell
“The Pilgrim, Chapter 33,” performed by Emmylou Harris (featuring Kristofferson)
“Bottle To The Bottom,” performed by Dierks Bentley and the Travelin’ McCourys
“Help Me Make It Through The Night,” performed by Lady Antebellum
“Under The Gun,” performed by Darius Rucker
“For The Good Times,” performed by Alison Krauss and Jamey Johnson
“Casey’s Last Ride,” performed by Alison Krauss
“If You Don’t Like Hank Williams,” performed by Hank Williams, Jr.
“To Beat The Devil,” performed by Eric Church
“Me and Bobby McGee,” performed by Reba
“Living Legend,” performed by Willie Nelson
“Sunday Morning Comin’ Down,” performed by Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson
“The Highwaymen,” performed by Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Shooter Jennings, and Jamey Johnson
“Why Me Lord,” all-star finale led by Kristofferson
Promotions, Hirings In VP Roles At Provident Music Group
/by Jessica NicholsonDishon returns to Provident after a four-year term as multi-site ministries director for Cross Point Church in Nashville. During his previous employment at Provident, (2007-2012) Dishon led the label group’s promotions team and also served as Vice President of Marketing.
Cruz brings nearly 20 years of broadcast experience to PLG having served as a radio personality and program director for stations including Shine FM in Chicago/Indianapolis/Lansing/NW Indiana, WMHK in Columbia and Z88.3 in Orlando.
Wheeler was formerly the Vice President of Sales for Provident Label Group. Effective immediately, Wheeler will be responsible for leading Provident’s sales and distribution functions for all markets.
Provident has also promoted Roxanne Nichols to Director of Label Operations for Provident Label Group effective immediately. Nichols was previously Associate Director of Marketing for the Label Group.
“I’m excited about the prospect of working closely with such seasoned professionals as Brian and Jeff in the building of a future vision for Provident. They both bring valuable experience and, more importantly, a passion for the artists and music of Provident,” states Dean Diehl, Sr. Vice President for Provident Label Group.
Dishon and Cruz begin their new roles on April 4.
Nashville Film Festival Adds Screenings Of ‘American Epic,’ ‘Born In Bristol’
/by Sarah SkatesMusic films American Epic and Born in Bristol have been added to the 2016 Nashville Film Festival lineup, running April 14-23 at Regal Cinema Green Hills.
American Epic will be shown as a three-night closing spotlight event. The film journeys across time to the birth of modern music, with appearances by T Bone Burnett, Jack White, Nas, Alabama Shakes, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Steve Martin, Edie Brickell, Beck, Elton John, Taj Mahal, and The Avett Brothers. The film was directed by Bernard MacMahon
Born in Bristol explores the origins of one of America’s most important genres of music. This is the story of country music’s historic event, The Bristol Sessions. Through cinematic reenactments, the movie revisits 12 days in 1927 when musicians recorded the songs that would go on to be known as the “Big Bang of Country Music.” The cast includes Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Ashley Monroe, Sheryl Crow, Keb Mo and Carl Jackson. The film was directed by Chusy.
The festival’s official daily schedule has not been released.
Keith Urban Schedules ‘Ripcord’ Release For May 6
/by Craig_ShelburneKeith Urban’s eighth studio album, Ripcord, is set for release on Friday, May 6. His next single will be released on March 29, although the name of the song has not yet been announced.
“Ripcord is almost done—and it’s been an exhilarating journey,” said Urban. “Getting to work with so many new musicians and writers and co-producers has been a divine experience for me—and I can’t wait for everyone to hear it!”
Ripcord will include 2015 hit singles “John Cougar, John Deere, John 3:16” and “Break On Me.” Urban will launch his ripCORD World Tour 2016 on June 2 with Brett Eldredge and Maren Morris.
MusicRowLife: Big Yellow Dog’s Carla Wallace Welcomes Daughter
/by Craig_ShelburneCarla Wallace and Robert Neese are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Ella June Neese. She was born Feb. 23, weighing 6 lb., 7 oz., and measuring 19 3/4″ long.
Wallace is co-owner of Big Yellow Dog Music and Neese is a captain in the downtown Metro fire department.
ACM Party For Cause Releases Performance Schedule
/by Jessica NicholsonFor the first time, the ACM Party for a Cause Festival will feature RFID Wristbands for festival entry and exit. After passes are purchased guests will be shipped RFID Wristbands, which can be activated online before arrival to the festival. The RFID Wristbands will also feature ACM Cashless, a program which uses RFID technology to allow attendees to link their credit card to their wristband, set a PIN for security, and then use it to purchase beverages, food and select merchandise at the event. ACM Cashless is the recommended payment method, but credit card and cash will also be accepted by vendors at the festival.
Through a partnership with Las Vegas Events, festival attendees can catch a ride to the festival on Festival Hotel Shuttles, which will pick-up at the MGM Grand, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center and Stratosphere. Wristband or proof of ticket purchase will be required to board the shuttles. As previously announced, fans can also ride the monorail, take an Uber or take a taxi to the Las Vegas Festival Grounds.
Ticket proceeds from the ACM Party for a Cause Festival benefit the Academy’s charitable arm, ACM Lifting Lives, which supports military programs that use music therapy to aid our veterans and wounded warriors, while providing funding to help them ease back into civilian life, among other charities. Over $400,000 has been donated to various military organizations in just three years.
ACM Party for a Cause Festival lineup and schedule:
Friday, April 1:
3:00 PM Gates Open
3:30 PM Kelleigh Bannen (Cabela’s Stage)
4:00 PM Lauren Alaina (Cabela’s Stage)
4:30 PM Jana Kramer (Cabela’s Stage)
5:00 PM Brandy Clark (Cabela’s Stage)
5:30 PM Cam (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
6:10 PM Maddie & Tae (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
7:00 PM Kelsea Ballerini (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
7:50 PM Kellie Pickler (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
8:55 PM Martina McBride (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
10:25 PM Carrie Underwood (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
Saturday, April 2:
12:00 PM Gates Open
12:20 PM Courtney Cole (Cabela’s Stage)
12:50 PM Jackson Michelson (Cabela’s Stage)
1:25 PM Chris Lane (Cabela’s Stage)
2:10 PM A Thousand Horses (Cabela’s Stage)
2:50 PM Chase Bryant (Cabela’s Stage)
3:20 PM Brothers Osborne (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
4:10 PM Chris Janson (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
5:00 PM Frankie Ballard (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
5:50 PM Dustin Lynch (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
6:40 PM Chris Stapleton (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
7:45 PM Chris Young (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
8:50 PM Lee Brice (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
10:10 PM Dierks Bentley (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
Sunday, April 3:
12:00 PM Gates Open
12:15 PM Maren Morris (Cabela’s Stage)
12:50 PM Lindsay Ell (Cabela’s Stage)
1:25 PM Granger Smith (Cabela’s Stage)
1:55 PM Old Dominion (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
2:45 PM Chase Rice (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
3:35 PM Brett Eldredge (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
4:40 PM Kip Moore (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
5:55 PM Sam Hunt (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
7:10 PM Kenny Chesney (Ram Trucks Main Stage)
Reba, Jamey Johnson, Alison Krauss, Willie Nelson Honor Kris Kristofferson In Nashville
/by Jessica NicholsonKris Kristofferson. Photo: Marina Chavez
A first-rate lineup of country performers took the stage at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena last night (March 16) to pay tribute to the storied and eclectic life of songwriter, singer, entertainer, and actor Kris Kristofferson.
Of course, there are many more superlatives to add to that list: Kristofferson has also been a Golden Gloves boxer, a Rhodes scholar, a college football player, a military officer, a helicopter pilot, a Grammy-winner, and an icon. Kristofferson’s acting roles have included A Star is Born (opposite Barbra Streisand, who sent in a video tribute for the evening), as well as Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, Blade and more films.
Reba, Alison Krauss, Buddy Miller, Larry Gatlin, Jessi Alexander, Jon Randall, Jessi Colter, Shooter Jennings, Lady Antebellum, Dierks Bentley, Ryan Bingham, Rosanne Cash, Eric Church, Emmylou Harris, Jack Ingram, Jamey Johnson, Martina McBride, Willie Nelson, Jennifer Nettles, Darius Rucker, Hank Williams Jr. and Lee Ann Womack all took a turn in the spotlight to pay honor with their renditions of his hit songs.
Nettles brought one of the evening’s early standing ovations, for her passionate, spirited rendition of “Worth Fighting For,” a track recorded on Kristofferson’s 1995 album A Moment Of Forever.
Johnson and Krauss opted for a quieter, lush performance of “For The Good Times,” followed by Krauss’ solo take on “Casey’s Last Ride,” a track from the 1970 Monument Records release Kristofferson.
Bentley offered a bluegrass spin on “From The Bottle To The Bottom,” with help from the Travelin’ McCourys. The track was included on Bentley’s 2010 album Up On The Ridge, and featured Kristofferson.
Throughout the evening, Kristofferson collaborated with performers, including “Lonely Way Back Home” with Harris. Reba coaxed a sing-along chorus on his classic “Me and Bobby McGee.”
“This song and Kris saved my life,” said Church, before performing “To Beat The Devil.” Church told the crowd he almost packed it up and headed back to North Carolina early in his career. “I had a rough time in Nashville, like a lot of people who get told ‘No’ a lot. I played that game where if I get told no one more time, I’m outta here.” He met with a publisher the next day. I played maybe half a song and the guy said, ‘I don’t know where you are from, and I don’t know much about ya, but I’d go back there.'” Church went to his car and “To Beat The Devil” came on. “It talked about the very thing I was going through.”
After hearing the song, he pressed on, determined to stay just one more day in Nashville. “That next day, I got a publishing deal,” said Church. “So I’m here because of that man right there,” he said, as Kristofferson sat on the side of the stage.
Nashville Mayor Megan Barry made a surprise appearance to proclaim March 16, 2016 as Kris Kristofferson Day in Nashville. “I’m speechless. You blew me away. Nashville saved my life again,” said Kristofferson.
The crowd was on its feet as Nelson took the stage, offering the song “Living Legend,” before he was joined by Kristofferson for “Sunday Morning Coming Down.”
Kristofferson and Nelson, the surviving half of 1980s country supergroup The Highwaymen, were joined by Waylon Jennings’ son Shooter, as well as Johnson, for a rendition of “The Highwaymen.”
The evening culminated in an all-star singalong, led by Kristofferson, on his classic “Why Me Lord.”
Set List:
“Kristofferson,” performed by Jessi Alexander, Jon Randall and Larry Gatlin
“Jesus Was A Capricorn,” performed by Jack Ingram
“Please Don’t Tell Me How The Story Ends,” performed by Buddy Miller
“Here Comes That Rainbow Again,” performed by Martina McBride
“The Taker,” performed by Ryan Bingham
“Nobody Wins,” performed by Lee Ann Womack
“Worth Fighting For,” performed by Jennifer Nettles
“Lovin’ Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again),” performed by Rosanne Cash
“Chase The Feeling,” performed by Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell
“The Pilgrim, Chapter 33,” performed by Emmylou Harris (featuring Kristofferson)
“Bottle To The Bottom,” performed by Dierks Bentley and the Travelin’ McCourys
“Help Me Make It Through The Night,” performed by Lady Antebellum
“Under The Gun,” performed by Darius Rucker
“For The Good Times,” performed by Alison Krauss and Jamey Johnson
“Casey’s Last Ride,” performed by Alison Krauss
“If You Don’t Like Hank Williams,” performed by Hank Williams, Jr.
“To Beat The Devil,” performed by Eric Church
“Me and Bobby McGee,” performed by Reba
“Living Legend,” performed by Willie Nelson
“Sunday Morning Comin’ Down,” performed by Willie Nelson and Kris Kristofferson
“The Highwaymen,” performed by Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Shooter Jennings, and Jamey Johnson
“Why Me Lord,” all-star finale led by Kristofferson
Industry Ink: BMI at SXSW, Watkins College, Kore PR
/by Sarah SkatesBMI’s Howdy Texas Party
On Tuesday, March 15, BMI’s SXSW festivities kicked off with the Howdy Texas party, held at Stubb’s BBQ in Austin, Texas. The event was scheduled to feature performances by the Peterson Brothers and Dale Watson.
Pictured (L-R): BMI’s Mason Hunter, artist Rob Baird, Texas Music Office’s Brendon Anthony, BMI’s Bradley Collins and David Claassen. Photo: Erika Goldring
Watkins Adds New Film Technology
Watkins College of Art, Design & Film has added VoiceQ, an advanced ADR and dubbing cueing system, to its film curriculum. Watkins reports being the first school in the country to use this innovative post-production software in a classroom setting.
Developed by New Zealand-based Kiwa Digital Ltd, VoiceQ speeds up the ADR (additional dialogue recorded) and replacement process in the post-production stage of film and television production.
This follows another recent Watkins milestone: the announcement of college’s first graduate film program, the Masters of Fine Art in Film Production, now accepting applications for fall 2016.
Cowboy Troy Teams with Kore PR
Kore Public Relations has added Cowboy Troy to its roster. The hick-hop singer’s current album is Saloons on Neptune. Cowboy Troy first broke through when he was featured on Big & Rich’s 2004 debut Horse of a Different Color.
DISClaimer: Sam Hunt Wins Disc Of The Day
/by Robert K OermannThe songs are the real stars this week.
Lonestar, Reba, Jana Kramer and John Anderson have all latched on to outstanding pieces of material. Any one of them could be a Disc of the Day.
Singer-songwriter Sam Hunt has carved out a special niche with his one-of-a-kind ditties. One of the best of them on his Montevallo album is now its sixth single. “Make You Miss Me” is the real Disc of the Day winner.
Kane Brown easily wins the DisCovery Award. His “Used to Love You Sober” is a first-rate song, too.
Writer: Merle Haggard; Producers: John Anderson & Joe Spivey; Publisher: none listed; Bayou Boys
– I’ll never get over this timeless stylist. Here, he returns to his goofy-hillbilly personna. The band swings like crazy while he drawls out the good-time lyrics. Pianist Gary Smith, steel man Glenn Rieuf and fiddler Joe Spivey sound like they’re just as big a ball as the star. A boatload of fun.
SAM HUNT/Make You Miss Me
Writers: Sam Hunt/Josh Osborne/Matt Ramsey; Producers: Zach Crowll & Shane McAnally; Publishers: Universal/Three Mules/Sons of Black River/Sonic Geo/Calhoun Ent./Music of RPM/HoriPro, ASCAP; MCA
– Mr. Romance returns with his mix of husky, quasi-spoken passages and memorable sung choruses. The gist of it is that his lover always disposes of relationships, so he’s going to make himself so memorable that she won’t be able to move on. The track includes a fine harmony vocal — it’s either Hillary Lindsey or Mickey Guyton (the credits on the CD aren’t specific). Excellent listening.
Writers: Charlie McCoy/Kent Westberry; Producers: Tony Brown & Cyndi Lauper; Publisher: Universal Cedarwood, BMI; Sire
– Cyndi has a romp with this Wanda Jackson rockabilly classic. The twangster guitar, snazzy organ and slapping snare backing her are as brightly bopping as she is. Extremely cute.
JANA KRAMER/Said No One Ever
Writers: Nicolle Galyon/Natalie Hemby/Busbee; Producer: Scott Hendricks; Publishers: Warner-Tamerlane/A Girl Named Charlie/HappyGoWrucke/Creative Pulse/These Are Pulse/BMG Platinum/Jam Writers Group/Hello I Love You, BMI; Elektra/Warner Bros.
– Percolating and perky, with just a touch of “attitude.” The lyric is as cute as the dickens, listing phrases that no one ever says, like, “Who are the Rolling Stones?” “I love politics,” “I’m happier when I’m lonely,” “Wish you’d talk more about yourself,” “Don’t want love to last forever,” “Bring back the pay phone,” “I wish you’d kiss me less” or “Can’t wait for Monday.” So nice I played it twice.
Writers: Kane Brown/Josh Hoge/Matthew McVaney; Producer: Matt McVaney; Publisher: none listed, BMI/SESAC; RCA
– His dark, earthy baritone is simply terrific, especially on the verses. A slab of alcohol-soaked misery that grabs hold and won’t let go. A star is born.
REBA/Just Like Them Horses
Writers: Liz Hengber/Tommy Lee James; Producers: Tony Brown & Reba McEntire; Publishers: Starstruck Writers Group/Giving Out Wings/BMG Platinum/SWMBMGBMI/Once in a Blue Tune, ASCAP/BMI; Nash Icon
– Heart tugging. Waves of freedom, nostalgia, loss and letting go wash over this tenderly evocative song. As usual, she sings the heck out of it.
MICHAELA ANNE/Won’t Go Down
Writers: Michaela Anne/Dave Brainard; Producer: Dan Knobler; Publishers: Michaela Anne/Dave Brainard, BMI/ASCAP; Kingswood
– This recent transplant from Brooklyn to Nashville has a lively, sprightly single from her new CD, Bright Lights and the Fame. Slashing country guitars and a take-no-prisoners rhythm section back her silky delivery.
Writers: Chase Rice/Chris DeStefano/Jon Nite; Producers: Chase Rice & Chris DeStefano; Publisher: Sugar Glider Music, EMI April Music, ASCAP; Columbia Nashville/Dack Janiels Records (track)
– Cluttered sounding. The production is a jumbled mess. The melody goes nowhere. There’s not much that’s “country” about it.
BOBBY BONES & THE RAGING IDIOTS/If I Was Your Boyfriend
Writers: Bobby Bones/Michael Saenz/Mical Trejo; Producers: Nick Autry & Bobby Bones; Publishers: Songs of Black River/Only Funny Online/Mical Trejo Tuneage, ASCAP/SESAC; Black River
– I kept wanting it to become funny. The hopeless vocals are the most amusing part.
LONESTAR/Never Enders
Writers: Dean Sams/Richie McDonald/Marv Green; Producer: Dean Sams; Publishers: Last Song Standing/ClearBox/NuSlate/Warner-Tamerlane/The Good The Bad The Ugly, BMI; Shanachie
– The foursome comes out swinging with this rocking, soaring celebration of enduring love. Grab your honey and jitterbug across the dance floor. And give a rebel yell for that Michael Britt guitar solo.
Nashville School Named To Grammy Foundation Signature Schools List
/by Troy_StephensonIncluded this year is Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School of Nashville, which is awarded the Grammy Signature Schools Enterprise Awards and will receive $5,500.
“We created the GRAMMY Foundation’s GRAMMY Signature Schools initiative to highlight the excellent work being done through music programs at public high schools across the country, and since 1999, we have provided more than $1.3 million to close to 300 schools,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy and the Grammy Foundation. “We are proud to offer these financial resources to augment what are often limited budgets, so that teachers may continue to provide the enriching and lasting benefits of a musical education to their students.”
For more information about the Foundation, please visit www.grammyfoundation.org.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum Opening In Nashville In 2017
/by Jessica NicholsonNashville’s Opry Mills will be the home of a new Madame Tussauds wax museum in spring 2017.
The museum will boast Madame Tussaud’s first music-themed attraction, “Soundtrack Of America,” and will celebrate iconic musicians past and present. Included in those waxworks are Carrie Underwood, Stevie Wonder, and Johnny Cash, along with 45 other figures.
This attraction will provide a historical walk through America’s musical past and present with vivid scenes supporting the colorful cast of figures. Madame Tussauds is owned and operated by global leisure giant Merlin Entertainments plc (Merlin).
“We couldn’t be more excited to open the first Madame Tussauds in Tennessee in a little over a year,” Ben Thompson, Merlin’s senior marketing director of new openings and acquisitions, said in a statement. “This fun and unique attraction will highlight milestone moments from historical to contemporary music — both from around the country and in Nashville.”
”Opry Mills has always been a top tourist destination in Music City,” said Gregg Goodman, president of The Mills, a Simon Company. “We are beyond excited to be the home of the first-ever music-themed Madame Tussauds. The team at Merlin is sure to deliver a project that will exceed even the wildest of expectations.”
Madame Tussauds has U.S. locations in Hollywood, Las Vegas, New York, San Francisco, Washington and Orlando, Fla.