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National News: Labels Face Antitrust Suit; Arbitron; Bergman Catalogue
/by Sarah SkatesAn antitrust lawsuit alleging price fixing of digital downloads by the major labels has been reinstated by a federal appeals court. EMI, Universal Music Group and Warner Music Group, are among the defendants in the case that will be allowed to proceed. The U.S. Second Circuit Court of Appeals overturned the October 2008 decision of […]
Rich Welcomes Son; Jackson Single From Upcoming Album
/by Sarah SkatesCongratulations to John Rich and his wife Joan on the birth of their first child. Son Cash Rich was born Sunday morning at a Nashville hospital. The couple wed in 2008. ———————————– Alan Jackson’s new single, “It’s Just That Way,” is available now for digital download. It is the first single from Jackson’s next album, […]
McGraw Movie Sets Up In Music City
/by Sarah SkatesThe new movie starring Tim McGraw and Gwyneth Paltrow began production in Nashville this week. MusicRow first broke the story of the new film in October. Shooting will begin in mid January and run through the end of February. Previously reported filming locations include McGraw’s Middle Tennessee ranch. Love Don’t Let Me Down centers around […]
TV Update: Luke Bryan, Gloriana, Gatlins, Grammys
/by Sarah SkatesLuke Bryan will perform his chart-topping hit “Do I” on CBS’ The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson this Friday, Jan. 15. Next week, Bryan will hit the road performing his own headlining dates as well as guesting on Jason Aldean’s Wide Open Tour. ————————– Gloriana will appear on Ellen tomorrow Wednesday, Jan. 13, performing […]
On Tour’s Eve, Rascal Flatts Reflect On 10 Years of Hits
/by Sarah SkatesAs Rascal Flatts prepare to open the final leg of their American Living Unstoppable Tour this weekend, the group is reflecting on ten years of success. Since 2000, when Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney released their debut single “Prayin’ For Daylight” and subsequent first album, Rascal Flatts has become the top country […]
Phil Vassar Plans First Overseas Tour
/by MichellePhil Vassar will launch his first overseas tour on Jan. 26 in London, England, wrapping in Munich, Germany on Feb. 1. The Show Dog-Universal Music artist is currently touring the states to support his recent release Traveling Circus. His overseas tour will include a full media schedule, with appearances on various TV shows in London […]
Vince And Amy Mark 10 Years; News From Chesney, Sugarland
/by Sarah SkatesAmy Grant and Vince Gill are on the cover of the newest issue of Good Housekeeping. The couple is celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary, and reflect on the last decade in the February issue of the magazine. ——————– Kenny Chesney is balancing studio time with preparations for his upcoming 3D movie. He is the final […]
Conway’s New Firm Consulting For Ronnie Gilley Entertainment
/by Sarah SkatesVeteran Nashville talent executive Tony Conway has formed an entertainment consulting firm and will be acting as talent consultant and executive producer for Ronnie Gilley Entertainment. RGE’s live entertainment interests include the annual BamaJam Music & Arts Festival, as well as the multiplex of venues at the new multi-million dollar Country Crossing destination near Dothan, […]
Universal Music Partners With Freeallmusic.com
/by FreemanAccording to techcruch.com, Universal Music is partnering with new music download service freeallmusic.com to offer consumers legal, DRM-free, high-quality digital downloads at no charge from its massive catalog, which includes Taylor Swift, Sugarland, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and more. Here’s the catch: registered users on freeallmusic.com have to sit through a 15-30 second video commercial for […]
Jessica Harp Releases New Video, Webisodes
/by MichelleJessica Harp is promoting the video for her single, “A Woman Needs,” with three “making of the video” webisodes on AOL’s The Boot. The webisodes will be released in three parts, starting today (1/11), and on Jan. 15 and 22. The video will premiere exclusively on The Boot on Jan 25, and the single will […]
McGraw Starring In Gillette Series
/by Sarah SkatesTim McGraw is one of the superstar artists in Gillette’s new Uncut digital documentary series, premiering later this month. Shot by renowned music filmmaker/photographer Danny Clinch, the series shows McGraw, will.i.am (Black Eyed Peas), Mark Hoppus (Blink-182) and the All-American Rejects ft. Tyson Ritter backstage at their concerts getting ready for the show. This kind of […]
ACM Plans Awards, Brooks And Dunn Tribute
/by Sarah SkatesReba McEntire will return as host of the Academy of Country Music Awards on Sun., April 18. The 45th annual event will be held at the Las Vegas MGM Grand Garden Arena for the fifth year in a row and air live on CBS. The following day (4/19) the Academy will honor Brooks & Dunn […]