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Sara Evans Grows Stronger With New Album
/by Sarah SkatesSara Evans seems poised for a comeback with yesterday’s (3/8) release of Stronger, her first full-length studio set since 2005’s Real Fine Place.
Cumulus To Buy Citadel For $2.5 Billion
/by Sarah SkatesCumulus Media has reached an agreement to purchase rival radio broadcaster Citadel. The deal is valued at $2.5 billion in cash and stock. Cumulus, under the leadership of chairman and chief executive Lew Dickey, had made bids for Citadel in the past. Those offers were rejected but led to exclusive negotiations in recent months. According […]
Randy Houser's Tour Bus Catches Fire
/by Sarah SkatesRandy Houser’s tour bus caught fire this afternoon, destroying his gear, clothing and personal belongings. Houser and his crew were preparing for their concert tonight (3/9) in Isle of the Palms, SC when the crew noticed flames emanating from the rear suite of the bus. Thick black smoke billowed through the corridor and main cabin. […]
Photos: Toby Keith Debuts New Mezcal
/by contributorPlus: Miranda Lambert’s Platinum “House,” CMHOF Honors Wilson with Poets and Prophets Program, and Edens Edge Make Opry Debut
UMG Names Lucian Grainge Chairman and CEO
/by Sarah SkatesUniversal Music Group has given CEO Lucian Grainge the additional title of Chairman. Today’s announcement was made by UMG’s parent company Vivendi. Grainge continues to report to Vivendi CEO Jean-Bernard Levy. He also continues as a member of the Vivendi management board, the company said in a statement. This news follow last week’s official departure […]
Judds and Loretta Lynn Join ACM's Girls' Night Out
/by MichelleThe Judds and Loretta Lynn are the latest lineup additions to the ACM’s Girls’ Night Out: Superstar Women of Country tribute concert. Previously announced performers include Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Jennifer Nettles, Reba and Carrie Underwood. These female artists will be honored at the taping on Monday, April 4, 2011 at the MGM Grand Garden […]
Industry Ink Wednesday
/by Sarah SkatesPickin’ on the Patio returns • WKDF Names McFly PD • Backstage by Back Porch Productions • BMI encourages coffee shop shows • MTSU Career Fair
Americana Music Association Concert Series
/by Sarah SkatesPlus Wednesday Night Wags songwriter series, and Take 6 benefit for USN
Bigger Picture Acquires Idea Den
/by FreemanNashville’s Bigger Picture Group has acquired online marketing and creative services company Idea Den, which will allow BPG to offer a wider array of services to its clients. The acquisition also means staff expansion for Idea Den, which has added former Music City Networks partners Jon Wright and Dennis Thompson to the roles of Production […]
Has Gwyneth Signed A Record Deal?
/by Sarah SkatesReports of Gwyneth Paltrow signing a record deal are buzzing around the internet this week, but there is still no official word from any of the parties involved. According to numerous sources including the New York Post and The Wrap, Paltrow has inked with Atlantic Records in a contract worth $900,000. However, E online reports […]
DISClaimer Single Reviews (3/9/11)
/by Robert K OermannCan you be fabulously famous and a new face at the same time? If your name is Jennette McCurdy, you can. Known by millions of teens for her role as sassy “Sam” on the Nickelodeon TV comedy series iCarly, 18-year-old Jeanette can’t go out to a restaurant without being mobbed. But in country music, she is a newcomer.
Signed, Sealed, Delivered
/by Sarah SkatesBug renews T-Bone Burnett • Anthony Smith and Nettwerk One/Revelry • Gene Watson inks with Upper Mgmt • Mountain Heart joins The Roots Agency/SMG
CMA Music Fest Lineup Additions
/by MichelleBrad Paisley, Zac Brown Band, Easton Corbin, Sara Evans, the JaneDear girls, Little Big Town, Ashton Shepherd, Josh Turner, and Chris Young have been added to the lineup for the Nightly Concerts at LP Field during 2011 CMA Music Festival. The four-day event celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and will be held Thurs-Sunday June […]