Pictured (L-R): Jeremy Camp, Francesa Battistelli, Brandon Heath, TobyMac, Amy Grant, Jamie Grace, Plumb
The first-ever
K-LOVE Fan Awards will be held Saturday, June 1 at Nashville’s
Ryman Auditorium. The awards show will be the first 100 percent fan-voted award show in Contemporary Christian Music.
During a press conference held at the Ryman Auditorium on Wednesday (Feb. 13), Christian music artists
Amy Grant, TobyMac, Jeremy Camp, Brandon Heath, Francesca Battistelli, Jamie Grace and
Plumb were on hand to assist with the announcement.
“I’m so excited about this event,” said Grant. “I spoke with [husband] Vince [Gill] this morning and he said, ‘This is like the younger sibling of CMA Week.’ I feel we are saying welcome to the community, and fans are a big part of our community.”
“I’ve always watched country music do this,” said TobyMac. “It’s about time we did it.”
“Radio is an immeasurable part of what we do,” said Plumb, in acknowledgement of K-LOVE’s involvement. “It’s an extension of what we are and [its work in] showing the love of Christ is invaluable.”
Camp and Heath announced the hosts for the K-LOVE Fan Awards,
Phil and
Kay Robertson, along with
Jase and
Misty Robertson, all of A&E’s
Duck Dynasty. Camp also showed off his little-known duck calling skills during the announcement.
The fan-voted categories will encompass not only music, but movies, sports and literature. The categories will include:
-Female Vocalist of the Year
– Male Vocalist of the Year
– Duo/Group of the Year
– Breakthrough Artist of the Year
– Sports Impact Award
– Movie Impact Award
– Book of the Year
– “Unsung Hero” – A K-LOVE listener recipient award
– Artist of the Year
– Song of the Year
Additionally, the ultimate fan experience will take place May 31-June 2 at Nashville’s Opryland Hotel, where there will be special concerts, meet & greet opportunities for fans, dinner with the K-LOVE staff and friends, a weekend kick-off concert, and a corporate worship event to conclude the weekend. There are a limited spots to the Ultimate Fan Experience and it is slated to sell out.
Nashville mayor
Karl Dean, K-LOVE CEO
Mike Novak and K-LOVE CCO
David Pierce were also on hand for the announcement. “God has blessed our ministry and in that he has given us a large stage to play on,” said Pierce. “It’s not our stage, but His.”
For more information and pre-sale information, visit
klovefanawards.com.
Shooter Jennings To Release Album, Launch Tour in March
/by Jessica NicholsonJennings also created a film to accompany the album, which will be screened at various venues. In the film, The Other Life, Shooter says goodbye to his family and hits the road, where he is haunted by a mysterious woman who is more than she seems. He soon finds himself on a supernatural journey forcing him to face a darkness that has followed him and a destiny he cannot deny. View the trailer here.
March 6 Miami, FL – Kid Rock Cruise
March 12 Austin, TX – SXSW
March 13 Austin, TX – SXSW
March 14 New Orleans, LA – One Eyed Jacks
March 15 Destin, FL – Club LA
March 16 Ormond Beach, FL – Club LA
April 11 San Marcos, TX – Texas Music Theater
April 13 Winnie, TX – Nutty Jerry’s
April 16 Winston-Salem, NC – Ziggy’s
April 17 Greenville, SC – The Handlebar
April 18 Athens, GA – George Theater
April 19 Atlanta, GA – The Masquerade
April 20 Isle of Palms, SC – The Windjammer
April 23 Nashville, TN – Grand Ole Opry
April 24 Chattanooga, TN – Track 29
April 25 Nashville, TN – Marathon Music Works
April 26 Indianapolis, IN – 8 Seconds Saloon
April 27 Chicago, IL – MoonRunner Music Fest
April 28 Sauk Rapids, MN – Rollie’s
May 18 Ashville, OH – DoughBoys
May 24 Jacksonville, NC – Gus’ Bar
May 25 Maryville, TN – The Shed
Jun 1 1 Allegre, KY – Goose on the Lake Fest
June 6 Ozark, AR – Thunder on the Mountain
June 7 Waco, TX – Brazos Nights
June 8 Whiteface, TX – Waylon Jennings Birthday
June 27 Dauphin, MB – Dauphin’s Countryfest
July 13 Renfro Valley, K – Renfro Valley
Artist Snapshots (2/14/13)
/by Jessica NicholsonGreg Bates and Alan Jackson posed for a photo on the tour bus before a concert in Evansville, Ind. Bates’ single “Fill In The Blank” was featured on a recent episode of Nashville, which aired Feb. 13.
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Parmalee performed at the Country Music Association offices as part of Live@CMA. The band performed their tunes including “Musta Had A Good Time,” “Carolina,” “Already Called You Mine” and “Can’t Tell My Heart What to Do.” Watch the video performance below.
Pictured (L-R): Brittany Perlin; Chris Crawford; Brandi Simms; Parmalee’s Barry Knox and Scott Thomas; Ben Bennett; Parmalee’s Matt Thomas; Betsy Walker; Parmalee’s Josh McSwain; Heather Freeland and Stephen Linn. Photo credit: Christian Bottorff/CMA
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Atlantic Records recording artist Brett Eldredge was the first artist featured on Warner Music Nashville’s new monthly interactive live concert stream, “Live From Music Square,” via StageIt on Tuesday (Feb. 12). The free hour-long session featured his current single, “Don’t Ya” and other tracks from his upcoming debut album.
Pictured (L-R): Rob Baker (Mgr.), Jamie Younger (Community Manager, WMN), Brett Eldredge, Mike Dupree (Mgr, Media Development, WMN), Justin Luffman (VP, Brand Management, WMN)
Weekly Register: Truck Yeah!
/by Sherod RobertsonLooking at other top selling albums this week on the Country chart, Taylor Swift‘s Red holds at No. 2 with an additional 35k in sales (3.4M RTD) and Gary Allan‘s Set You Free adds 25k units in its third week at No. 3. Florida Georgia Line‘s Here’s To The Good Times is at No. 4 gaining another 22k in sales while Hunter Hayes’ self-titled release sells 18k and rounds out the top 5.
Holly Williams also debuts this week with The Highway at 3.5k units.
Lady Antebellum‘s “Downtown” from their upcoming fourth studio album yields 72k in its first week out and lands at No. 2 on the Country Digital Chart, followed by Tim McGraw’s “One Of Those Nights” selling 72k.
Wednesday Snapshots
/by Sarah SkatesBruce Springsteen was honored as MusiCares Person of the Year at the Los Angeles Convention Center, West Hall on Feb. 8 as part of Grammy Week. Nashville’s George Flanigen serves as Chair of the Board of The Recording Academy, and a MusiCares and GRAMMY Foundation Board Member.
Pictured (L-R): President/CEO of The Recording Academy®, MusiCares® and the GRAMMY Foundation® Neil Portnow; Sr. Vice President of MusiCares and the GRAMMY Foundation Kristen Madsen; Chair of the Board of The Recording Academy, and MusiCares and GRAMMY Foundation Board Member George J. Flanigen IV; Vice President of MusiCares and the GRAMMY Foundation Dana Tomarken; MusiCares Board Chair Scott Pascucci; MusiCares Person of the Year honoree Bruce Springsteen, with wife Patti Scialfa; daughter Jessica Springsteen; mother Adele Springsteen, and guests and members of his family. Courtesy of The Recording Academy®/WireImage.com, photo by Kevin Mazur © 2013.
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Momentum Label Group recording artist Rachele Lynae was invited to become an honorary “Friends and Family” member of the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Her debut album being produced by country star Jamie O’Neal will be released later this year. Her new single, “Fishin’ for Something” is set to impact country radio in March.
Pictured (L-R) back row: Pamela Johnson, VP, Development; Kyle Young, Museum Director; Jay Orr, Vice President, Programs; Jimmy Murphy, Momentum Label Group; Rachel Weingartner, Membership Manager; and Rachele Lynae.
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Gary Morris will release Gary Morris: My First Love, an on demand webcast concert special tomorrow (Feb. 14). The one-hour show features new music from Morris’ recently released Single Man LP as well as signature songs from his country music career. Shot in front of a live audience at the Globe News Center for the Performing Arts in Amarillo, TX, the set list includes new music, and his No. 1 hits, “Wind Beneath My Wings,” “Leave Me Lonely,” and “Bring Him Home” from “Les Miserables” (Morris originated the U.S. role of Jean Valjean on Broadway). View a sneak peak on YouTube.
Gary Morris taping his concert special.
Industry Ink (2-13-13)
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): Josh Trivett, Ralph Stanley, Nathan Stanley and Peter Keiser
Ralph Stanley has signed with Moonstruck Management for management and booking, headed by Josh Trivett and Peter Keiser.
Moonstruck has a client roster that also includes Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Lonesome River Band, Bobby Osborne & The Rocky Top X-Press and Sleepy Man Banjo Boys, among other award-winning groups.
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Heather Hubbard
Heather Hubbard, partner and deputy practice group leader of Waller’s litigation group, was recently named to the Nashville Business Journal’s 2013 class of 40 Under 40 honorees. Hubbard’s practice focuses on litigation involving entertainment, media, intellectual property, and commercial disputes. For more information, visit bizjournals.com.
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“Any opportunity to partner with other great music industry minds, like that of Fontanell Mansion owner Dale Morris, is one we jump to embrace. We’re thrilled to be working with Fontanell Mansion in promoting its many outstanding concerts and events.”
Music City Roots Expands To Syndicated Radio
/by Eric T. ParkerAvailable to non-commercial and commercial stations, the one and two-hour edited versions will expand to markets including KRSH of Santa Rosa, Calif., WXOJ of North Hampton, Mass. and WCLX of Burlington, Va. Craig Havighurst will host each episode, which is distributed one and a half weeks after originally airing.
“The bands that grace our stage have always been such a wonderful part of Music City Roots and these syndicated affiliates give them an opportunity to be heard,” said co-Executive Producer, John Walker. “In growing the Music City reputation of Nashville, we are proud and honored to be a platform for artists and brands across the United States and internationally.”
“Nashville is vibrant and growing right now!” said Music City Roots’ radio promoter, Leslie Rouffe of Songlines Music. “This is a chance for stations to bring that vibe of Music City to their listeners.”
A list of affiliate stations and additional information is available at www.musiccityroots.com/roots-affiliates.
Music City Roots will kick-off live tonight (Feb. 13) at 7 p.m. from the Loveless Barn with Bonnie Bishop, Lee Harvey Osmond, Etta Britt, Jerry Joseph and Chicago Farmer.
Music City Roots is available via podcast episodes, full Livestream archives, a YouTube channel and a 24/7 free Internet radio app. Public television syndication will air 13 episodes from the 2012 fall season over the coming weeks.
Nashville To Host K-LOVE Fan Awards June 1
/by Jessica NicholsonPictured (L-R): Jeremy Camp, Francesa Battistelli, Brandon Heath, TobyMac, Amy Grant, Jamie Grace, Plumb
The first-ever K-LOVE Fan Awards will be held Saturday, June 1 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The awards show will be the first 100 percent fan-voted award show in Contemporary Christian Music.
During a press conference held at the Ryman Auditorium on Wednesday (Feb. 13), Christian music artists Amy Grant, TobyMac, Jeremy Camp, Brandon Heath, Francesca Battistelli, Jamie Grace and Plumb were on hand to assist with the announcement.
“I’m so excited about this event,” said Grant. “I spoke with [husband] Vince [Gill] this morning and he said, ‘This is like the younger sibling of CMA Week.’ I feel we are saying welcome to the community, and fans are a big part of our community.”
“I’ve always watched country music do this,” said TobyMac. “It’s about time we did it.”
“Radio is an immeasurable part of what we do,” said Plumb, in acknowledgement of K-LOVE’s involvement. “It’s an extension of what we are and [its work in] showing the love of Christ is invaluable.”
Camp and Heath announced the hosts for the K-LOVE Fan Awards, Phil and Kay Robertson, along with Jase and Misty Robertson, all of A&E’s Duck Dynasty. Camp also showed off his little-known duck calling skills during the announcement.
The fan-voted categories will encompass not only music, but movies, sports and literature. The categories will include:
-Female Vocalist of the Year
– Male Vocalist of the Year
– Duo/Group of the Year
– Breakthrough Artist of the Year
– Sports Impact Award
– Movie Impact Award
– Book of the Year
– “Unsung Hero” – A K-LOVE listener recipient award
– Artist of the Year
– Song of the Year
Additionally, the ultimate fan experience will take place May 31-June 2 at Nashville’s Opryland Hotel, where there will be special concerts, meet & greet opportunities for fans, dinner with the K-LOVE staff and friends, a weekend kick-off concert, and a corporate worship event to conclude the weekend. There are a limited spots to the Ultimate Fan Experience and it is slated to sell out.
Nashville mayor Karl Dean, K-LOVE CEO Mike Novak and K-LOVE CCO David Pierce were also on hand for the announcement. “God has blessed our ministry and in that he has given us a large stage to play on,” said Pierce. “It’s not our stage, but His.”
For more information and pre-sale information, visit klovefanawards.com.
CRS Update: UMG Events, Bob Kingsley's Acoustic Alley
/by Sarah Skates“Team UMG at the Ryman” (Wednesday, Feb. 27, noon) Luncheon with performances by Billy Currington, Brothers Osborne, Chris Stapleton, Darius Rucker, David Nail, Dierks Bentley, Drake White, Eric Church, Eric Paslay, Josh Turner, Kacey Musgraves, Kelleigh Bannen, Lady Antebellum, Lauren Alaina, Little Big Town, Luke Bryan, Mickey Guyton, Randy Montana, Scotty McCreery and Vince Gill. A box lunch will be provided inside the Convention Center prior to the show. Capitol Record’s Little Big Town is also confirmed for a performance of the national anthem at the opening ceremonies on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 10 a.m.
Capitol and MCA Records Luncheon (Thursday, Feb. 28) in the Convention Center’s Performance Hall with headliner Gary Allan and opener Jon Pardi.
“Bob Kingsley’s Acoustic Alley” (Thursday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m.- midnight) The show in the Renaissance Hotel’s Belmont Room will feature hit songwriters Rhett Atkins, Tom Douglas, Marv Green, Ben Hayslip, Natalie Hemby, Luke Laird, Shane McAnally, Wendell Mobley, Jeff Stevens and several surprise guests. Presented by Bob Kingsley’s Country Top 40 and co-sponsored by SunTrust Bank. A CRS badge will be required for admittance.
MusicRow‘s CRS Meet & Greet and CountryBreakout Awards (Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.) The invitation-only event will take place at Margaritaville in downtown Nashville with performances by rising stars High Valley and Jaida Dreyer. MusicRow’s CountryBreakout Awards recognize artists who earned the most airplay on the MusicRow CountryBreakout Chart during the preceding year. For 2013, the awards have been expanded to include new honors for Male Artist of the Year, Female Artist of the Year and Group of the Year. These recognitions join longstanding awards for Label of the Year, Breakout Artist of the Year, Independent Artist of the Year, and CountryBreakout Reporter of the Year.
Friday, Feb. 15 is the deadline to purchase $499 regular rate registrations for CRS 2013. The on-site rate of $599 will take effect Feb. 16. In addition, the $99 unemployment rate will expire. Visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com for more information.
Track Listing and Artwork Revealed for Paisley's 'Wheelhouse'
/by Eric T. ParkerPaisley produced all 14 songs (including 3 interstitials) including the lead single, “Southern Comfort Zone.” The album also includes guest appearances from Dierks Bentley, Roger Miller, Hunter Hayes (guitar), Mat Kearney, Charlie Daniels, and LL Cool J.
Beginning yesterday (2/12), fans participated in the reveal of the album cover at Paisley’s official website.
Fans can pre-order Wheelhouse and its deluxe version on Amazon. Four additional tracks will be included on the album’s deluxe version.
Wheelhouse Track Listing:
1. “Bon Voyage”
2. “Southern Comfort Zone” [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois/Kelley Lovelace]
3. “Beat This Summer” [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois/Luke Laird]
4. “Outstanding In Our Field” (Featuring Dierks Bentley and Roger Miller with Hunter Hayes on guitar) [Brad Paisley/Mike Dean/Chris DuBois/Lee Thomas Miller/Roger Miller]
5. “Pressing On A Bruise” (Featuring Mat Kearney) [Brad Paisley/Mat Kearney/Kelley Lovelace]
6. “I Can’t Change The World” [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois/Kelley Lovelace]
7. “幽 女” [Brad Paisley/Justin Williamson/Randle Currie]
8. “Karate” (Featuring Charlie Daniels) [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois/Kelley Lovelace]
9. “Death of a Married Man” (Featuring Eric Idle) [Brad Paisley]
10. “Harvey Bodine” [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois/Kelley Lovelace]
11. “Tin Can On A String” [Brad Paisley/Ashley Gorley/Kelley Lovelace]
12. “Death Of A Single Man” [Brad Paisley/Kelley Lovelace/Lee Thomas Miller]
13. “The Mona Lisa” [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois]
14. “Accidental Racist” (Featuring LL Cool J) [Brad Paisley/Lee Thomas Miller/LL Cool J]
15. “Runaway Train” [Brad Paisley/Chris DuBois/Kelley Lovelace]
16. “Those Crazy Christians” [Brad Paisley/Kelley Lovelace]
17. “Officially Alive” [Brad Paisley]
Artist Snapshots (2/13/13)
/by Jessica NicholsonGloriana is on the road supporting its second studio album A Thousand Miles Left Behind and opened for Alan Jackson on two recent tour dates.
Pictured (L-R): Rachel Reinert, Alan Jackson, Mike Gossin, Tom Gossin.
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Clay Walker hosted the first Clay Walker Band Against MS Ride at the Houston Oaks Country Club in Houston on Feb. 2. The event welcomed approximately 1000 riders and was capped off by an appearance from Walker.
Clay Walker talks with press during the Band Against MS Ride.
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Reba McEntire recently appeared with Katie Couric on Katie.
Pictured (L-R): Reba and Katie Couric