To help celebrate Cracker Barrel’s 40th year anniversary, George Jones’ newest album goes on sale August 31 exclusively at all Cracker Barrel locations. A Collection Of My Best Recollection has 12 tracks including two songs that have never been released before, “I Don’t Want To Know,” and “I’m A Long Gone Daddy.”
Sony's new logo has made it onto the sign outside their offices on Horton Ave.
Craig Morgan recently shot the video for his single, "Bonfire," where he surprised bystanders in a variety of locations with impromptu performances. The video is said to be a cross between Jackass and Candid Camera.
Katie Armiger recently stopped by WWQM to ride the cow with MD, Kenny Jay and promote her single, "Gone."
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Entertainment marketing veteran Rick Murray joins the Premiere Radio Networks team as Director of Marketing and Brand Development for After Midnite with Blair Garner. Murray will report to Premiere Radio Networks SVP of Programming Jennifer Leimgruber and handle all promotions for the program. He will also manage marketing and branding initiatives for www.BlairGarner.com.
Murray brings over 25 years of experience to this new position including over 20 years with the Country Music Association where he served as VP of Strategic Marketing. While handling his new duties, he will continue to serve as President of Greylock Entertainment, a full service integrated entertainment marketing and promotional company he established several years ago.
Murray was honored with the Canadian Country Music Association’s Leonard T. Rambeau International Award in 2007 and serves on the Board of Directors for both the International Entertainment Buyers Association and the T. J. Martell Foundation, Nashville Chapter.
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Jason Aldean’s live concert DVD Wide Open Live & More will be released Aug. 25, but has already been certified gold by the RIAA. The 15 song hi-definition special includes his current single “Big Green Tractor,” “She’s Country” and hits from his first two albums, Jason Aldean and Relentless.
Aldean’s ticket sales have doubled since the early April release of his third album, Wide Open, and the tour continues through the fall. He will also appear on an episode of E!’s late night talk show Chelsea Lately today (Aug. 17) and on ABC’s CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock on Aug. 31.
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Veronina Ballestrini’s latest single “Amazing” is currently making its mark on MusicRow’s CountryBreakout Chart and beyond. Veronica might not be the household name that our American Idol-era industry is capable of producing overnight—yet. But there’s no doubt that she is well on her way to mastering the art of our new media age and bringing a legion of fans with her in the process, as a recent story about her in the New York Times suggests.
“I spend about four hours a day answering messages from fans,” she reveals. “Every message I get, I answer myself.” It’s a formula that has paid big dividends for the surprisingly down-to-earth young star.
With one modest dream and an Internet connection, the teenager from Waterford, Connecticut has raised more than a few eyebrows with her self-made success story. The staggering numbers on her social network sites are proof that Veronica has that special ability to connect with people. On Myspace alone, that number totals more than 120,000 friends, 7.5 million page views and 11.5 million plays of her music. On country-lifestyle portal DigitalRodeo.com, Veronica is one of the most in-demand artists on the entire site.
“What Veronica has done without a label, without television and with virtually no press is absolutely astounding,” says Digital Rodeo Director of Marketing and Promotions John Pyne. “She is one of the most self-motivated artists I’ve ever seen and knows how to use the online tools at her disposal exceptionally well. It just so happens that she’s also a very talented young singer, and I personally think there’s no end to what she can accomplish.”
“It’s important that people know that I’m not trying to be anyone else,” adds Veronica. “I’m just trying to be who I am. I’m writing from the heart about issues and things I’m experiencing, and hopefully people can identify with that.”
Twitter users are coming up with new ways to use the service all the time…the latest is contest giveaways.
During the month of August Live Nation is giving concert fans a chance to win the Ultimate Concert Access Pass, which allows the winner and a guest to attend any and every show at any and every Live Nation owned and operated venue across North America for 1 year, beginning January 1, 2010.
Additionally, Live Nation is giving away 38 Ultimate Local Venue Passes in 38 cities, which gives the winner and a guest access to every concert at one Live Nation owned and operated venue of their choosing for an entire year.
The Twitter sweepstakes will be held on Live Nation’s national and local Twitter pages through August 31st. Fans can enter once a day to increase their chances of winning. Daily prizes include concert tickets, artist merchandise, parking upgrades and concessions discounts.
To enter the Ultimate Concert Access Pass Sweepstakes:
1) Follow @LiveNation on twitter
2) Send a tweet to @LiveNation and include the hashtag #LiveNationUltimateAccess
Example tweet: Please @LiveNation! I want #LiveNationUltimateAccess!
To enter the Ultimate Local Venue Pass Sweepstakes:
1) Follow your local Live Nation twitter page (visit www.livenation.com/ultimateaccess for a map of participating cities) Example: @LiveNationNYC
2) Send a tweet to your local Live Nation twitter page and include the hashtag #LiveNationUltimateAccess
Example tweet: Please @LiveNationNYC! I want #LiveNationUltimateAccess
While gearing up for the September 29th release of her third album, "Revolution," Miranda Lambert hosted the "People Country Issue" celebration party at Nashville's Hutton Hotel. Among a few of the celebrities in attendance were RCA Nashville's Martina McBride and Chris Young. Pictured (l-r): Chris Young; Lambert; Lisa Ramsey-Perkins, Sen.Director A&R Sony Music; Martina McBride; Renee Bell, EVP A&R Sony Music.
"Country At The White House" will air tomorrow (8/15) on GAC. Brad Paisley, Alison Krauss and Charley Pride performed at show in the East Room. The 90-minute episode features opening remarks from the President and performances by the three Opry stars. It debuts this Saturday, August 15, 8 PM/CT on GAC.
Katie Armiger's mall stop in Indianapolis (Castleton Mall) was taped by GAC. She is pictured here with GAC’s Nan Kelley and WFMS PD JD Cannon.
Mackenzie Adkins, 11 year-old daughter of Trace Adkins, will be "CMT Insider’s" special correspondent this weekend as she brings host Katie Cook a report about Warner Bros. action-adventure comedy film, "Shorts." The film hits theatres nationwide on Saturday, August 15. "CMT Insider" airs Saturday at 12:30 PM/CT and Sunday at 10 AM/CT.
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“Desperate Man” is the latest single from StarCity/Nine North artist Nathan Lee Jackson. The song comes from Jackson’s debut album Complicated Hearts, recorded with the help of Jeff Glixman, producer of famed ‘70s rock legends Kansas.
Hailing from Winchester, Kentucky, Jackson came of age during country music’s new wave of the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. He sang hymns on the front porch with his Grandma, and was grounded in classic country by singing with central Kentucky’s jamboree bands.
Shortly after high school graduation Jackson moved to Nashville, where his hard work and writing found the ears of Glixman. Jackson was invited to make an album at Glixman and partner Jim Gentile’s StarCity Recording Company in Bethlehem, PA.
“The recording process of my album was the kind that every artist dreams about,” Jackson says. “Jeff told me up front that neither producers nor artists often get to make the album that they want to make, but we had an opportunity at StarCity to do just that.” Jackson plays piano on the recording and had a hand in writing each of the album’s 13 songs.
“We didn’t really worry about what ‘kind’ of album we wanted to make,” Jackson says. “We just wanted to make magic—the kind of album we’d still love listening to in thirty years.”
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Buddy Jewell has signed with O’Reilly International for management, company president Louis O’Reilly announced today. Brad Allen, president of the newly-formed ALL Entertainment, will co-manage Jewell with O’Reilly.
O’Reilly International, one of Canada’s leading artist management companies, recently opened an office in Nashville. The company, in partnership with its two independent award-winning Canadian record labels, On Ramp Records and 306 Records, represents Country artists Shane Yellowbird, Brad Johner and Victoria Banks. O’Reilly is the 2007 winner of the Canadian Country Music Award for Record Company Person of the Year.
As previously reported, ALL Entertainment has partnered with New Revolution Entertainment to promote Jewell’s debut single, which is due to hit national airwaves mid-September.
The 12th Annual Buds-n-Suds Benefit Concert has lined up Randy Houser and James Otto to play the outdoor fundraiser at Loser’s Bar and Grill on Wednesday, August 26th, 7-11 PM. The event started by friends and music businessmen Cory Gierman and Jason Krupek supports the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) Tennessee Chapter.
There will also be a silent auction with items from Trace Adkins, George Strait, Lee Ann Womack, race car driver Danica Patrick, The Tennessee Titans, Sugarland, and more. Advance tickets can be purchased online at http://online.ccfa.org or the day-of at Loser’s for a $10 donation. VIP tickets are available for a $50 donation and will include special seating area, drinks and appetizers. All proceeds benefit Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
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If she was trying to get attention, I guess it worked…
Miley Cyrus’ pole dance at the Teen Choice Awards (of all places) is being bashed by bloggers all over the Internet.
EW.com says, “But the stripper-esque choreography, coupled with Cyrus’ questionable red-carpet attire, came off completely inappropriate and ill-advised.”
The LA Times blog has the headline “Miley goes too far (and too low),” followed by, “There are so many things wrong with this performance of ‘Party in the U.S.A.’ The too-short shorts, the exposed bra and, oh yeah, the stripper pole on the ice cream truck.”
These quotes may not phase the star, who won six surfboards that night, mainly for her work as “Hannah Montana.” She also won for best music single for “The Climb,” written locally by Jon Mabe and Jessi Alexander.Billy Ray Cyrus won an award for Choice TV Parental Unit. Other big winners were David Archuleta and all things Twilight related.
Several other locals rocked out that night, too:
Choice Music Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Choice Music Rock Group: Paramore
Choice Music Rock Track: Paramore – “Decode”
Choice Music Album Female Artist: Taylor Swift – “Fearless”
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iLike has a $99 special to build an iPhone/iPod app for your band. It’s here for a limited time.
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With the Tennessee Lottery offering Tennessee Titans branded lottery tickets…would country music tickets be such a stretch? The football theme tickets, available Sept. 1, kick off the season offering prizes ranging from the chance to win Titans Club season tickets for 20 years, to $100,000 cash, to merchandise.
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A new documentary focuses on Jimmy Page, Jack White and The Edge.It Might Get Loud tells each guitar hero’s story, explores the power of the electric guitar and shows them jamming together.
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And if you prefer more sophisticated dance moves…Nashville Ballet will open sales of single night tickets on Sept. 7. Season highlights include the new Nashville based Nutcracker, American Originals with Hal Ketchum, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Tickets start at $23 at www.nashvilleballet.com.
https://musicrow.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/MusicRow-header-logo-Mar19B.png00Sarah Skateshttps://musicrow.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/MusicRow-header-logo-Mar19B.pngSarah Skates2009-08-13 13:19:062009-08-13 13:19:06Miley Pole Dances At Teen Choice Awards, More From The Web
Possum Returns, Sony Sign, Katie Armiger & Craig Morgan
/by MichelleTo help celebrate Cracker Barrel’s 40th year anniversary, George Jones’ newest album goes on sale August 31 exclusively at all Cracker Barrel locations. A Collection Of My Best Recollection has 12 tracks including two songs that have never been released before, “I Don’t Want To Know,” and “I’m A Long Gone Daddy.”
Sony's new logo has made it onto the sign outside their offices on Horton Ave.
Craig Morgan recently shot the video for his single, "Bonfire," where he surprised bystanders in a variety of locations with impromptu performances. The video is said to be a cross between Jackass and Candid Camera.
Katie Armiger recently stopped by WWQM to ride the cow with MD, Kenny Jay and promote her single, "Gone."
Murray Lands Premiere Position
/by bossrossMurray was honored with the Canadian Country Music Association’s Leonard T. Rambeau International Award in 2007 and serves on the Board of Directors for both the International Entertainment Buyers Association and the T. J. Martell Foundation, Nashville Chapter.
Aldean’s Wide Open Live & More
/by MichelleAldean’s ticket sales have doubled since the early April release of his third album, Wide Open, and the tour continues through the fall. He will also appear on an episode of E!’s late night talk show Chelsea Lately today (Aug. 17) and on ABC’s CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock on Aug. 31.
Veronica Ballestrini
/by ProgrammerPlaylist“Amazing”
Timbob Records
“I spend about four hours a day answering messages from fans,” she reveals. “Every message I get, I answer myself.” It’s a formula that has paid big dividends for the surprisingly down-to-earth young star.
With one modest dream and an Internet connection, the teenager from Waterford, Connecticut has raised more than a few eyebrows with her self-made success story. The staggering numbers on her social network sites are proof that Veronica has that special ability to connect with people. On Myspace alone, that number totals more than 120,000 friends, 7.5 million page views and 11.5 million plays of her music. On country-lifestyle portal DigitalRodeo.com, Veronica is one of the most in-demand artists on the entire site.
“What Veronica has done without a label, without television and with virtually no press is absolutely astounding,” says Digital Rodeo Director of Marketing and Promotions John Pyne. “She is one of the most self-motivated artists I’ve ever seen and knows how to use the online tools at her disposal exceptionally well. It just so happens that she’s also a very talented young singer, and I personally think there’s no end to what she can accomplish.”
“It’s important that people know that I’m not trying to be anyone else,” adds Veronica. “I’m just trying to be who I am. I’m writing from the heart about issues and things I’m experiencing, and hopefully people can identify with that.”
http://www.veronicaballestrini.net/
http://www.myspace.com/veronicaballestrini
http://twitter.com/veronicabal
Live Nation Giving Away Tickets Via Twitter
/by Sarah SkatesDuring the month of August Live Nation is giving concert fans a chance to win the Ultimate Concert Access Pass, which allows the winner and a guest to attend any and
every show at any and every Live Nation owned and operated venue across North America for 1 year, beginning January 1, 2010.
Additionally, Live Nation is giving away 38 Ultimate Local Venue Passes in 38 cities, which gives the winner and a guest access to every concert at one Live Nation owned and operated venue of their choosing for an entire year.
The Twitter sweepstakes will be held on Live Nation’s national and local Twitter pages through August 31st. Fans can enter once a day to increase their chances of winning. Daily prizes include concert tickets, artist merchandise, parking upgrades and concessions discounts.
To enter the Ultimate Concert Access Pass Sweepstakes:
1) Follow @LiveNation on twitter
2) Send a tweet to @LiveNation and include the hashtag #LiveNationUltimateAccess
Example tweet: Please @LiveNation! I want #LiveNationUltimateAccess!
To enter the Ultimate Local Venue Pass Sweepstakes:
1) Follow your local Live Nation twitter page (visit www.livenation.com/ultimateaccess for a map of participating cities) Example: @LiveNationNYC
2) Send a tweet to your local Live Nation twitter page and include the hashtag #LiveNationUltimateAccess
Example tweet: Please @LiveNationNYC! I want #LiveNationUltimateAccess
Friday Photos: “People” Party, Country At The White House, More
/by Sarah SkatesWhile gearing up for the September 29th release of her third album, "Revolution," Miranda Lambert hosted the "People Country Issue" celebration party at Nashville's Hutton Hotel. Among a few of the celebrities in attendance were RCA Nashville's Martina McBride and Chris Young. Pictured (l-r): Chris Young; Lambert; Lisa Ramsey-Perkins, Sen.Director A&R Sony Music; Martina McBride; Renee Bell, EVP A&R Sony Music.
"Country At The White House" will air tomorrow (8/15) on GAC. Brad Paisley, Alison Krauss and Charley Pride performed at show in the East Room. The 90-minute episode features opening remarks from the President and performances by the three Opry stars. It debuts this Saturday, August 15, 8 PM/CT on GAC.
Katie Armiger's mall stop in Indianapolis (Castleton Mall) was taped by GAC. She is pictured here with GAC’s Nan Kelley and WFMS PD JD Cannon.
Mackenzie Adkins, 11 year-old daughter of Trace Adkins, will be "CMT Insider’s" special correspondent this weekend as she brings host Katie Cook a report about Warner Bros. action-adventure comedy film, "Shorts." The film hits theatres nationwide on Saturday, August 15. "CMT Insider" airs Saturday at 12:30 PM/CT and Sunday at 10 AM/CT.
Nathan Lee Jackson
/by ProgrammerPlaylist“Desperate Man”
StarCity/Nine North
Hailing from Winchester, Kentucky, Jackson came of age during country music’s new wave of the late ‘80s and early ‘90s. He sang hymns on the front porch with his Grandma, and was grounded in classic country by singing with central Kentucky’s jamboree bands.
Shortly after high school graduation Jackson moved to Nashville, where his hard work and writing found the ears of Glixman. Jackson was invited to make an album at Glixman and partner Jim Gentile’s StarCity Recording Company in Bethlehem, PA.
“The recording process of my album was the kind that every artist dreams about,” Jackson says. “Jeff told me up front that neither producers nor artists often get to make the album that they want to make, but we had an opportunity at StarCity to do just that.” Jackson plays piano on the recording and had a hand in writing each of the album’s 13 songs.
“We didn’t really worry about what ‘kind’ of album we wanted to make,” Jackson says. “We just wanted to make magic—the kind of album we’d still love listening to in thirty years.”
http://www.nathanleejackson.com/
http://www.myspace.com/nathanleejackson
O’Reilly Opens Nashville Office, Signs Buddy Jewell
/by Sarah SkatesO’Reilly International, one of Canada’s leading artist management companies, recently opened an office in Nashville. The company, in partnership with its two independent award-winning Canadian record labels, On Ramp Records and 306 Records, represents Country artists Shane Yellowbird, Brad Johner and Victoria Banks. O’Reilly is the 2007 winner of the Canadian Country Music Award for Record Company Person of the Year.
As previously reported, ALL Entertainment has partnered with New Revolution Entertainment to promote Jewell’s debut single, which is due to hit national airwaves mid-September.
Otto And Houser Set For Buds-n-Suds
/by Sarah SkatesMiley Pole Dances At Teen Choice Awards, More From The Web
/by Sarah SkatesIf she was trying to get attention, I guess it worked…
Miley Cyrus’ pole dance at the Teen Choice Awards (of all places) is being bashed by bloggers all over the Internet.
These quotes may not phase the star, who won six surfboards that night, mainly for her work as “Hannah Montana.” She also won for best music single for “The Climb,” written locally by Jon Mabe and Jessi Alexander. Billy Ray Cyrus won an award for Choice TV Parental Unit. Other big winners were David Archuleta and all things Twilight related.
Several other locals rocked out that night, too:
Choice Music Female Artist: Taylor Swift
Choice Music Rock Group: Paramore
Choice Music Rock Track: Paramore – “Decode”
Choice Music Album Female Artist: Taylor Swift – “Fearless”
————————————
iLike has a $99 special to build an iPhone/iPod app for your band. It’s here for a limited time.
————————————
With the Tennessee Lottery offering Tennessee Titans branded lottery tickets…would country music tickets be such a stretch? The football theme tickets, available Sept. 1, kick off the season offering prizes ranging from the chance to win Titans Club season tickets for 20 years, to $100,000 cash, to merchandise.
————————————
A new documentary focuses on Jimmy Page, Jack White and The Edge. It Might Get Loud tells each guitar hero’s story, explores the power of the electric guitar and shows them jamming together.
————————————
And if you prefer more sophisticated dance moves…Nashville Ballet will open sales of single night tickets on Sept. 7. Season highlights include the new Nashville based Nutcracker, American Originals with Hal Ketchum, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Tickets start at $23 at www.nashvilleballet.com.