Zac Brown Band is behind the upcoming Southern Ground Music and Food Festival at Clemson University. ZBB will take a hands-on approach for the event, from selecting musical talent to offering food made from Brown’s recipes.
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“It’s Still Country To Me” Homage Records “It’s Still Country To Me” is the new country radio release by Homage Records artist Sabastian Roberts. Veteran songwriter/producer Mark Oliverius teamed with Roberts to produce his debut full length album Unwanted Man, which includes highlights like the Lorrie Morgan duet “Dress For The Rain.” “Working with Mark […]
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“The Note” Jordash Records I have always liked this guy’s singing, and I’ve always been a sucker for story songs. His clear phrasing is just right for this tale of old lovers reconnecting in the wake of her father’s passing. —Robert K. Oermann, MusicRow Keith Bryant has returned with his moving single “The Note,” which […]
“Chocolate” All Entertainment Rachel Holder’s debut single, “Chocolate” displays a young lady with a thirst for originality and a creative streak a mile wide. Her debut album is in the works, and she has teamed up with industry veterans Chuck Howard and Wilbur Rimes to take the next step. The song is available for download […]
This year’s 2011 CRB country radio survey was presented (3/3) to a morning crowd of over 250 attendees. Conducted by North Carolina-based research firm Coleman Insights, the study polled P1 country radio listeners ages 12-64, and was sponsored by the CMA.
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On Feb. 24-25, thirty-one Clear Channel radio stations across the country held Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothons and collectively raised more than $3.4 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This marked only the second year that a group of Clear Channel stations hosted radiothons during the same two-day timeframe, providing a big […]
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Plus: BMI showcases up-and-comers, Katie Armiger and Josh Thompson backstage at The 2nd Annual CountryMusicIsLove Concert, and Pickin and Poker with Andy Griggs and Jason Sturgeon […]
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Plus: DeFord Bailey record is new exhibit at Fontanel, Mac McAnally honored for outstanding achievements, and The Oak Ridge Boys immortalized at The Palm […]
Former Sony Music Nashville executive Paul Williams has joined Skyville Records as the newly appointed Vice-President of Promotion and Marketing. In his new role he will oversee the development and execution of all radio promotions and marketing plans for Skyville Records. “Hell yes I’m excited!” exclaims Kevin Herring, President Skyville Records. “Paul is a perfect […]
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SPIN ZONE It’s been a wild week as usual at Country Radio Seminar 2011, with informative panels-a-plenty, unforgettable performances, and many friends from across the country. Thank you again to everyone who came out to MusicRow’s 9th Annual CRS Meet & Greet on Tuesday (3/1). We had a great time and enjoyed some awesome performances […]
You could count the reasons for floating down the Cumberland on Thursday evening (3/3) on the fingers of your hand. It was a lovely spring night to be on the river. It was the 25th anniversary of the CRS General Jackson cruise. The food was the best of the convention. Oscar winning singing thespian Gwyneth Paltrow was hosting. Arista/BNA/Columbia/RCA contributed 14 artists to showcase.
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Gibson Guitar is suing two insurance companies who have yet to pay out for damages sustained in the May flood, according to NashvillePost.com. Gibson’s manufacturing facility on Massman Drive suffered over $16 million in damages during the catastrophe. The guitar maker is suing CNA’s Continental Insurance Co. and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance. The point of contention, […]
Music Executive Brian Nelson, who spends time in New York and Nashville has been named GM of the newly formed Stone’d Records. Nelson has worked as a manger for artists such as James Otto, Chuck Wicks and Monty Powell. The new label, based in Bristol, United Kingdom, was recently launched by Grammy winner Joss Stone […]
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Taylor Swift today revealed the artists who will open the North American leg of her world tour. When the tour launches its stateside run on May 27 in Omaha, joining her for select dates will be Frankie Ballard, Danny Gokey, Hunter Hayes, Josh Kelley, Randy Montana, James Wesley and Charlie Worsham. There will be two opening […]
If Country Radio Seminar is about Country – that is, music – more than it is about current Radio – that is, pseudo science – then its showcases should be its heart and soul.
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Crystal Bowersox Makes Surprise Opry Debut • Gloriana Performs at the White House • Sara Evans stops by CMT • Due West On the Streets • Bill Anderson Receives Joint Resolution
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Jason Aldean celebrated the platinum certification of his fourth studio album My Kinda Party with an event at Nashville’s Terrazzo on Tuesday (3/1). This is his third Platinum platter, and it got its award in just 11 weeks. The 15-track disc brings the country rocker to five million total albums sold since his debut five […]
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Shania Twain’s autobiography, From This Moment On, is set for release May 3. The singer will be back with a bang this summer, as her new docu-series for OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will also debut in May. Twain has experienced monstrous career success, combined with personal highs and lows, but there is no word on […]
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Apple’s visionary genius, Steve Jobs made an unscheduled appearance at today’s unveiling of the iPad 2 (3/2) at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco. Jobs, who has been on leave for health reasons, received a standing ovation. Among the many technical announcements concerning the updated device, Jobs also noted that Random […]
Things have never looked better for the young man who left Ada, Oklahoma, at 17 to pursue a career in Nashville. The going was slow initially, but Blake Shelton finally signed with Warner Bros. and launched with an impressive debut. ow, with his first ACM, CMA and CMT Award wins in 2010, the release of two SIX PACKS, a greatest hits album and his induction into the Grand Ole Opry, Shelton is on his best roll yet.
Doug Morris, one of the most influential executives in the global music industry, has officially exited his post as Chief Executive Officer of Universal Music Group to join Sony Music Entertainment in the same role. He will be in office at Sony effective July 1, 2011.
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Grammy fever has cooled, Valentine’s ardor has calmed and [ouch] Top 75 country album sales are down 32% compared with last week. Adding to the somber report, YTD country album sales are off 12.4%. But wait. Are we missing something?
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All of the ACM Entertainer of the Year nominees will be performing as part of the 46th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Nominees Jason Aldean, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban will all take the stage at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3 […]
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Columbia Nashville’s Joanna Smith returned to her old stomping grounds recently. The rising star stopped in to perform at downtown Nashville’s famed Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, the stage where she got her start in Music City.
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Lifenotes—Terry Eldredge’s mother • Lifenotes—Victoria Contreras • Birdhouse Thing for W.O. Smith Music School • SOLID’s Bowling Showdown • John Jarrard memorial benefit
The Country Music Association announced yesterday (3/1) that Bobby Braddock, Reba McEntire, and Jean Shepard will become the newest members of the coveted Country Music Hall of Fame.
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The hundreds of day drinkers give it away: Country Radio Seminar is here once again. The occasion was the 9th annual Musicrow CRS Meet & Greet CountryBreakout Awards, staged at Cadillac Ranch on Tuesday afternoon (3/1). And the house was rockin.’
Executive Dale Turner has joined Skyville Records as National Director, Radio Marketing and Promotion. This re-teams Turner with Skyville Pres. Kevin Herring, the two previously worked together at Lyric Street. Turner brings to the table experience in both radio and promotion. For 14 years he served at RCA Label Group, ending as VP Promotion. In […]
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Welcome to Country Radio Seminar. You registrants are going to be hearing a lot of great new music this week. Alas, very little of it was on my desk today. There are only a few real highlights.
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Deborah Allen signs with Delta Rock Records • AFM hosts musicians panel • Georgia Middleman’s father passes • Dennis Entertainment moves • Nashville Opera auditions
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Skyville Records announces that Dave Collins will join its promotion team to serve as Director of Promotion in the West. Collins, who has over 22 years of experience was previously part of NineNorth Promotion. “Dave is a tenacious promotion man who has shown he has what it takes to compete in the west,” shares Kevin Herring, President […]
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Country Radio Seminar officially opens Wednesday, March 2, in downtown Nashville, but related events are getting started even earlier. CRS 2011 runs March 2-4 at the Nashville Convention Center. Here’s a quick look at the week’s itinerary: Tuesday, March 1 MusicRow’s invitation-only CRS Meet & Greet and Country Breakout Awards, featuring performances by Colt Ford […]
Sean Patrick McGraw will be one of the opening artists on the East Coast version of the Jagermeister Country Tour featuring Dierks Bentley. McGraw’s seven tour dates extend from March 17-27. Like many overnight success stories, Sean Patrick McGraw has spent the last few years playing upwards of 150 road dates per year, racking up […]
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Nashvillians Ashthon Jones, Kendra Chantelle and Paul McDonald made it to the top 24 on the current season of American Idol. The first group of finalists were revealed last week on the Fox show. All three contestants have been trying to make it in the music business. McDonald sings in his band The Grand Magnolias, […]
Miranda Lambert‘s tour kicked off on a high note earlier this month with two sold-out shows, but the outing hit a snag when she was forced to cancel the upcoming Australian leg. She announced cancellation of her tour dates Down Under this morning (2/28) on her official website. The singer is suffering from a respiratory […]
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ZBB Southern Ground Music and Food Festival
/by Sarah SkatesZac Brown Band is behind the upcoming Southern Ground Music and Food Festival at Clemson University. ZBB will take a hands-on approach for the event, from selecting musical talent to offering food made from Brown’s recipes.
Sabastian Roberts
/by ProgrammerPlaylist“It’s Still Country To Me” Homage Records “It’s Still Country To Me” is the new country radio release by Homage Records artist Sabastian Roberts. Veteran songwriter/producer Mark Oliverius teamed with Roberts to produce his debut full length album Unwanted Man, which includes highlights like the Lorrie Morgan duet “Dress For The Rain.” “Working with Mark […]
Keith Bryant
/by ProgrammerPlaylist“The Note” Jordash Records I have always liked this guy’s singing, and I’ve always been a sucker for story songs. His clear phrasing is just right for this tale of old lovers reconnecting in the wake of her father’s passing. —Robert K. Oermann, MusicRow Keith Bryant has returned with his moving single “The Note,” which […]
Rachel Holder
/by ProgrammerPlaylist“Chocolate” All Entertainment Rachel Holder’s debut single, “Chocolate” displays a young lady with a thirst for originality and a creative streak a mile wide. Her debut album is in the works, and she has teamed up with industry veterans Chuck Howard and Wilbur Rimes to take the next step. The song is available for download […]
CRS Research Study Holds Few Surprises-Plus Discussion Points
/by adminThis year’s 2011 CRB country radio survey was presented (3/3) to a morning crowd of over 250 attendees. Conducted by North Carolina-based research firm Coleman Insights, the study polled P1 country radio listeners ages 12-64, and was sponsored by the CMA.
Friday News Clips
/by MichelleWynonna • Victoria Shaw & Friends Benefit • Alison Krauss • Montgomery Gentry • Ryman.com • Jerrod Niemann • Thompson Square
Radiothon Raises $3.4 Million for St. Jude
/by MichelleOn Feb. 24-25, thirty-one Clear Channel radio stations across the country held Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothons and collectively raised more than $3.4 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This marked only the second year that a group of Clear Channel stations hosted radiothons during the same two-day timeframe, providing a big […]
CRS Photos: Band Perry Accepts 1st ACM Award
/by contributorPlus: BMI showcases up-and-comers, Katie Armiger and Josh Thompson backstage at The 2nd Annual CountryMusicIsLove Concert, and Pickin and Poker with Andy Griggs and Jason Sturgeon […]
Artist News: Sarah Darling's Opry Debut
/by contributorPlus: DeFord Bailey record is new exhibit at Fontanel, Mac McAnally honored for outstanding achievements, and The Oak Ridge Boys immortalized at The Palm […]
Paul Williams To Skyville Records
/by MichelleFormer Sony Music Nashville executive Paul Williams has joined Skyville Records as the newly appointed Vice-President of Promotion and Marketing. In his new role he will oversee the development and execution of all radio promotions and marketing plans for Skyville Records. “Hell yes I’m excited!” exclaims Kevin Herring, President Skyville Records. “Paul is a perfect […]
Weekly Chart Report (3/4/11)
/by FreemanSPIN ZONE It’s been a wild week as usual at Country Radio Seminar 2011, with informative panels-a-plenty, unforgettable performances, and many friends from across the country. Thank you again to everyone who came out to MusicRow’s 9th Annual CRS Meet & Greet on Tuesday (3/1). We had a great time and enjoyed some awesome performances […]
Buzz Buzz, Pssst
/by adminHough Gets Movie Role • New Bank Aims At MusicRow • Montgomery Gentry Become Average Joes
Bobby Karl Works the Sony Boat Show
/by Bobby KarlYou could count the reasons for floating down the Cumberland on Thursday evening (3/3) on the fingers of your hand. It was a lovely spring night to be on the river. It was the 25th anniversary of the CRS General Jackson cruise. The food was the best of the convention. Oscar winning singing thespian Gwyneth Paltrow was hosting. Arista/BNA/Columbia/RCA contributed 14 artists to showcase.
Gibson Guitar Sues Insurance Companies
/by Sarah SkatesGibson Guitar is suing two insurance companies who have yet to pay out for damages sustained in the May flood, according to NashvillePost.com. Gibson’s manufacturing facility on Massman Drive suffered over $16 million in damages during the catastrophe. The guitar maker is suing CNA’s Continental Insurance Co. and Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance. The point of contention, […]
Brian Nelson To Head Stone'd Records
/by adminMusic Executive Brian Nelson, who spends time in New York and Nashville has been named GM of the newly formed Stone’d Records. Nelson has worked as a manger for artists such as James Otto, Chuck Wicks and Monty Powell. The new label, based in Bristol, United Kingdom, was recently launched by Grammy winner Joss Stone […]
Swift Announces Opening Acts
/by Sarah SkatesTaylor Swift today revealed the artists who will open the North American leg of her world tour. When the tour launches its stateside run on May 27 in Omaha, joining her for select dates will be Frankie Ballard, Danny Gokey, Hunter Hayes, Josh Kelley, Randy Montana, James Wesley and Charlie Worsham. There will be two opening […]
Leadership Music Accepting Applications
/by Sarah SkatesLeadership Music is accepting applications for the next class of participants. Established entertainment industry leaders can apply through March 31.
Bobby Karl Works UMG’s Luncheon at The Ryman
/by Bobby KarlIf Country Radio Seminar is about Country – that is, music – more than it is about current Radio – that is, pseudo science – then its showcases should be its heart and soul.
CRS Pics: Faith, Tim, Blake, and KCRS Live
/by Sarah SkatesThe McGraws received the Humanitarian Award • Stroudavarious Records hosted KCRS Live! • Shelton and friends sang into the night at the Music City Jam
Artists: Out and About
/by contributorCrystal Bowersox Makes Surprise Opry Debut • Gloriana Performs at the White House • Sara Evans stops by CMT • Due West On the Streets • Bill Anderson Receives Joint Resolution
TV/Film News: Trace Adkins In New McConaughey Movie
/by Sarah SkatesPlus news from Rascal Flatts, Waylon Jennings, Jennifer Nettles, Leon Russell/Elton John, Miley Cyrus and Ashley Judd.
Photos From Aldean's Platinum Party
/by Sarah SkatesJason Aldean celebrated the platinum certification of his fourth studio album My Kinda Party with an event at Nashville’s Terrazzo on Tuesday (3/1). This is his third Platinum platter, and it got its award in just 11 weeks. The 15-track disc brings the country rocker to five million total albums sold since his debut five […]
CRS 2011 Photos: UMG, Big Machine, Sony Music Nashville
/by FreemanRadio guests enjoy special label events hosted by UMG Nashville, Big Machine, and Sony Music Nashville as part of Country Radio Seminar 2011.
Shania Twain Pens Autobiography
/by MichelleShania Twain’s autobiography, From This Moment On, is set for release May 3. The singer will be back with a bang this summer, as her new docu-series for OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network will also debut in May. Twain has experienced monstrous career success, combined with personal highs and lows, but there is no word on […]
Bobby Karl Works The DJ Hall of Fame Dinner, Aldean Party
/by Bobby KarlThe “official” kick-off of Country Radio Seminar is the annual presentation of the Country Radio Hall of Fame honors at the Convention Center (3/1).
Tour News: Paisley Plots H2O II
/by Sarah SkatesPlus tour updates from Joe Nichols, Ricky Skaggs, Don Williams, Leo Kottke, and BMI’s Road to Bonnaroo.
Jobs Unveils iPad 2
/by adminApple’s visionary genius, Steve Jobs made an unscheduled appearance at today’s unveiling of the iPad 2 (3/2) at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco. Jobs, who has been on leave for health reasons, received a standing ovation. Among the many technical announcements concerning the updated device, Jobs also noted that Random […]
2011 CRS Edition—On The Cover Blake Shelton
/by contributorThings have never looked better for the young man who left Ada, Oklahoma, at 17 to pursue a career in Nashville. The going was slow initially, but Blake Shelton finally signed with Warner Bros. and launched with an impressive debut. ow, with his first ACM, CMA and CMT Award wins in 2010, the release of two SIX PACKS, a greatest hits album and his induction into the Grand Ole Opry, Shelton is on his best roll yet.
Doug Morris Named Sony Chief
/by Sarah SkatesDoug Morris, one of the most influential executives in the global music industry, has officially exited his post as Chief Executive Officer of Universal Music Group to join Sony Music Entertainment in the same role. He will be in office at Sony effective July 1, 2011.
Do Artists Need A Combined Sales Chart?
/by adminGrammy fever has cooled, Valentine’s ardor has calmed and [ouch] Top 75 country album sales are down 32% compared with last week. Adding to the somber report, YTD country album sales are off 12.4%. But wait. Are we missing something?
Entertainer Nominees To Perform at ACM Awards
/by MichelleAll of the ACM Entertainer of the Year nominees will be performing as part of the 46th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Nominees Jason Aldean, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban will all take the stage at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 3 […]
Joanna Smith Revisits Tootsie's Where She Got Her Start
/by Sarah SkatesColumbia Nashville’s Joanna Smith returned to her old stomping grounds recently. The rising star stopped in to perform at downtown Nashville’s famed Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge, the stage where she got her start in Music City.
[Updated w/ Eldredge arrangements] Lifenotes/Benefit News
/by Sarah SkatesLifenotes—Terry Eldredge’s mother • Lifenotes—Victoria Contreras • Birdhouse Thing for W.O. Smith Music School • SOLID’s Bowling Showdown • John Jarrard memorial benefit
Photo Special: Country Music Hall of Fame Inductees
/by Sarah SkatesThe Country Music Association announced yesterday (3/1) that Bobby Braddock, Reba McEntire, and Jean Shepard will become the newest members of the coveted Country Music Hall of Fame.
CRB Names Radio Promotion Award Winners
/by Sarah SkatesRead about these radio station listener promotions that boosted social media activity, pleased ad clients, and helped charity.
Bobby Karl Works MusicRow's CRS Meet & Greet
/by Bobby KarlThe hundreds of day drinkers give it away: Country Radio Seminar is here once again. The occasion was the 9th annual Musicrow CRS Meet & Greet CountryBreakout Awards, staged at Cadillac Ranch on Tuesday afternoon (3/1). And the house was rockin.’
Dale Turner Teams With Skyville Records
/by Sarah SkatesExecutive Dale Turner has joined Skyville Records as National Director, Radio Marketing and Promotion. This re-teams Turner with Skyville Pres. Kevin Herring, the two previously worked together at Lyric Street. Turner brings to the table experience in both radio and promotion. For 14 years he served at RCA Label Group, ending as VP Promotion. In […]
Bidders Eye Warner Music
/by Sarah SkatesWarner Music has received more than 10 bids from entities interested in buying all or part of the company, Bloomberg reports.
Underwood, Songwriters Cheer Charttopper
/by Sarah SkatesBMI recently toasted the creative team behind Carrie Underwood’s #1 hit “Undo It” at an intimate luncheon in Nashville.
DISClaimer Single Reviews (3/1/11)
/by Robert K OermannWelcome to Country Radio Seminar. You registrants are going to be hearing a lot of great new music this week. Alas, very little of it was on my desk today. There are only a few real highlights.
Tuesday News
/by Sarah SkatesDeborah Allen signs with Delta Rock Records • AFM hosts musicians panel • Georgia Middleman’s father passes • Dennis Entertainment moves • Nashville Opera auditions
Photogenic News
/by adminRonnie Dunn Previews New Music • Todd Cerney Benefit • Chris Young Draws Fans
Country Music Hall of Fame Names New Class
/by Sarah SkatesReba McEntire, Bobby Braddock, and Jean Shepard will be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Signings And Such (2/28)
/by adminBig Loud Shirt Signs Joey Moi • Savannah Signs Jack Williams
Collins Beefs UP Skyville West Promotion
/by adminSkyville Records announces that Dave Collins will join its promotion team to serve as Director of Promotion in the West. Collins, who has over 22 years of experience was previously part of NineNorth Promotion. “Dave is a tenacious promotion man who has shown he has what it takes to compete in the west,” shares Kevin Herring, President […]
CRS Preview: Schedule Highlights
/by Sarah SkatesCountry Radio Seminar officially opens Wednesday, March 2, in downtown Nashville, but related events are getting started even earlier. CRS 2011 runs March 2-4 at the Nashville Convention Center. Here’s a quick look at the week’s itinerary: Tuesday, March 1 MusicRow’s invitation-only CRS Meet & Greet and Country Breakout Awards, featuring performances by Colt Ford […]
Sean Patrick McGraw Joins Dierks Bentley Tour
/by adminSean Patrick McGraw will be one of the opening artists on the East Coast version of the Jagermeister Country Tour featuring Dierks Bentley. McGraw’s seven tour dates extend from March 17-27. Like many overnight success stories, Sean Patrick McGraw has spent the last few years playing upwards of 150 road dates per year, racking up […]
Industry Photos
/by contributorJake Owen In The Studio • CMT’s Jay Frank Speaks to SOURCE • Chris August Celebrates No. 1
Three Nashvillians Among "Idol" Finalists
/by Sarah SkatesNashvillians Ashthon Jones, Kendra Chantelle and Paul McDonald made it to the top 24 on the current season of American Idol. The first group of finalists were revealed last week on the Fox show. All three contestants have been trying to make it in the music business. McDonald sings in his band The Grand Magnolias, […]
Lambert Cancels Dates Due To Illness
/by Sarah SkatesMiranda Lambert‘s tour kicked off on a high note earlier this month with two sold-out shows, but the outing hit a snag when she was forced to cancel the upcoming Australian leg. She announced cancellation of her tour dates Down Under this morning (2/28) on her official website. The singer is suffering from a respiratory […]