Reckless
Kelly Plans for Their Seventh Studio Album
"Somewhere In Time" Out Today
Off the helm of an Americana Music Award
nomination for Best Duo or Group, Reckless Kelly
will release their seventh studio album
SOMEWHERE IN TIME today, Tues., Feb. 9.
Billboard praised Reckless Kelly as "a group
that has the chutzpah and chops to properly
honor Idaho singer/songwriter Pinto Bennett."
Currently gracing the cover of Best In Texas
magazine where SOMEWHERE IN TIME is called
"classic Reckless, songs about cowboys, lovin',
cheatin' and drinking." Best In Texas continues
by saying TIME "features Willy Braun's
well-aged-scotch and honey voice, along with
guitar and fiddle-driven swing." Best of Texas
spotlights Reckless Kelly in Eavesdropping Texas
where the band is praised for creating “a record
that might be their most honest and true work to
date.” Additional reviewers like Country Weekly
are also raving, “the Texas roots-rockers manage
to pay an admirable musical tribute to the songs
of Idaho cult favorite Pinto Bennett and his
Famous Motel Cowboys while infusing them with
fresh touches of Texas twang and Western swing.”
Praise from reviewers and fans predict SOMEWHERE
IN TIME may be the band's best record yet.
On SOMEWHERE IN TIME, the band digs deep into
its roots, revisiting the music of Pinto
Bennett, who with his band the Famous Motel
Cowboys influenced a generation of musicians in
the Northwest and served as a mentor and idol to
Willy and his brother Cody, whose fiddle,
mandolin, harmonica and vocal work help propel
Reckless Kelly. In the company of their
bandmates, David Abeyta on lead guitar and
mandolin, Jay Nazz on drums, and Chris Schelske
on bass, they explore their country influences
and re-introduce Bennett's music to a new
generation of fans while placing their
indelible, rock-edged stamp on it.
That new generation of fans includes audiences
participating in the band’s Feb. 8-12th
Listening Party on AOL’s The Boot.
“While this is Pinto’s material, this is very
much a Reckless Kelly record. It’s simply a
bunch of great songs we thought people should
hear," explains Cody. "A lot of Texas bands have
been pushing country more toward rock," says
Jay, "but to go back to playing real country
music turned out to be extremely rewarding for
us as a band.” "It's not too far a departure
from what we've done in the past," adds Willy.
After nearly a year of recording the 12 track
self-produced disc, the Austin, TX-based band
will hit the road for a slew of in-store visits,
radio appearances, and shows—including a
performance at Terminal 5 in New York's Midtown
on Saturday, February 27th.
Reckless Kelly is currently touring in support
of their single, “Best Forever Yet,” that
entered the Americana chart at #33 and is the
first radio release from TIME. You can preview
the single at
http://www.ebmediapr.com/reckless-kelly-single.html.
Fans can follow Reckless Kelly on tour and as
they prepare to launch SOMEWHERE IN TIME at
www.recklesskelly.com
Howard
Jennings Drawing Big-Name Comparisons On New Album
Before releasing his new album, Ready to Listen, this past December, New York
based singer/songwriter Howard Jennings hit the road for a 16-show run in
support of Vertical Horizon, as well as a mini-tour with Rusted Root in
November, testing out his new material along the way. Jennings is no stranger to
the big (or let’s say bigger) stage, having also supported Ryan Cabrera, Eve 6,
Marcy Playground, Chris Trapper (Push Stars) and John Hampson (Nine Days). Ready
To Listen, Jennings’ first fully produced effort, is his third release and the
follow-up to 2008’s Acoustic EP. And for Jennings, who has been compared to the
likes of Jack Johnson, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, and Tom Petty,
those tours proved to be the best testing ground for the new songs.
“The Vertical Horizon tour was the greatest thing that has happened to me thus
far, as a musician,” said Jennings. “Playing in front of hundreds of listeners
every night with a similar taste in music, traveling and hanging with such a
great and successful/multi-platinum selling band, and being able to share a
stage with them - it was such a positive experience for me as a
singer-songwriter trying to get my name out there.”
Indeed, Jennings’ authentic performances keep audiences involved, entertained
and inspired, taking them through a virtual journey of his soul with both
serious and fun-loving songs. The music is acoustic guitar-driven and features
genuine, relatable lyrics as well as warm melodies and an inviting vocal tone.
The first single, “I Belong To You,” was mixed by Jeff Juliano (John Mayer,
O.A.R., Dave Matthews Band), and is the type of track that you’ll be humming
along with instantly. And like some of the artists he’s compared to, Jennings is
a road warrior, constantly honing his own chops and live show. In 2009, he
played more than 75 shows and traveled more than 25,000 miles in between. He
also just signed a licensing agreement with MTV for potential song placements on
shows such as Real World and Keeping Up With the Kardashians.
All of Jennings’ recent success is a good thing for more than just boosting a
promising career. It’s also important because he left a full-time consulting job
with IBM to pursue a career in music.
“It was one of the toughest decisions I've ever had to make,” he said. “The
schedules were starting to conflict and the choice had to be made. Over the past
year, the momentum in my music career has built quickly, and I'm only in my
mid-twenties for so long. We might be in the middle of a recession, but I know
it was the right decision and I've never felt better in my life.”
For more information, please visit
www.howardjenningsmusic.com
Sanctus
Real's Fifth Studio Album "Pieces Of A Real Heart" Releases March 9, 2010
GRAMMY-nominated, Dove Award winning Sanctus Real releases its fifth studio
album, Pieces Of A Real Heart, on Sparrow Records March 9, 2010. Working with
acclaimed producers Chris Stevens (tobyMac, Matthew West), Jason Ingram (Bebo
Norman, Tenth Avenue North) and Rusty Varenkamp (Leeland, David Crowder Band,
Mute Math), Pieces of a Real Heart is the result of a band maturing and growing
as songwriters, musicians and individuals. The album retains the band’s
aggressive edge, while incorporating a more diverse musical palette of
instrumentation and themes.
Embracing the band’s updated sound, radio programmers across the country have
already made the lead single from Pieces Of A Real Heart, “Forgiven,” a R&R No.
1 CHR, Top 10 AC Monitored and Top 5 AC Indicator radio hit as the song
continues to climb the AC charts. Listeners are also responding to the message
and hope of the song. When the band began streaming “Forgiven” from its website
(www.SanctusReal.com) and asking listeners to share their own stories of
forgiveness, literally hundreds of profound stories from all around the world
began flowing through the site.
“I underestimated the power of forgiveness,” explains Sanctus Real lead vocalist
Matt Hammitt. “I was expecting people to write ‘God is good, I am forgiven,’
which is a true statement of faith, but people began confessing their deepest,
darkest secrets on the site, sending letters to people they need forgiveness
from or need to forgive. It’s amazing to see how God can use my own
insignificant insecurities, failures and fears to spark a song that ministers to
so many others needing forgiveness. Praise God that we are forgiven, from the
seemingly insignificant things to the biggest of failures.”
For all the latest Sanctus Real news go to
www.sanctusreal.com
New
Independent Label Carved Records Opens Doors
Dallas-based independent record label, Carved Records, has officially opened its
doors for business and signed its second artist in just two months with the
addition of Texas chart-toppers, No Justice.
Founded by entrepreneur and CEO Tim Porter in 2009, the Carved Records team is
anchored by VP of Operations Phil Thomas (formerly of UMG Distribution/Fontana,
RED Distribution) and Label Director Jenn Littleton (CO5 Music, former Sr.
Marketing Director/A&R Geffen Records).
“Carved Records was founded with a mission to encourage artistic integrity and
career longevity,” says Carved Records CEO Tim Porter. “The Carved Records
family has already signed two very unique and very diverse acts in No Justice
and Texas Hippie Coalition, which is something that our label will continue to
do in the pursuit of our creative vision. Our intent is not to sign as many acts
as we can, but to keep our roster manageable so that we can build careers with
them.”
The label’s first Country artist signing is No Justice, a five-piece band from
Stillwater, Okla. The group has enjoyed significant regional success and airplay
in Oklahoma and Texas, playing more than 150 dates per year and landing numerous
No. 1 singles on the Texas charts, including “Never Come Back” and “Don’t Walk
Away.”
“No Justice is a band that has proven hit-making ability,” says Carved Records
VP of Operations Phil Thomas. “These guys have enjoyed great success regionally
with multiple No. 1s, and we can’t think of a better act to introduce to
Nashville and the rest of the nation than Carved Records’ first Country signing,
No Justice.”
The No Justice team includes veteran Nashville artist manager Scott Welch of
Scott Welch Management and veteran agent Jon Folk of Red 11 Music.
“Jon and I are excited about the partnership between No Justice and Carved
Records,” says No Justice manager, Scott Welch. “The industry is going through a
very challenging evolution today. To be successful in developing an artist
globally, it takes great talent, work ethic, and the “special sauce” known as
passion. Carved has demonstrated to all of us that they have the expertise and
the “special sauce” to be one of the new forces in music.”
No Justice is currently in Nashville completing their debut album for Carved
Records with producer Dexter Green. The project expands on the group’s Country,
Rock and Roots sound and is scheduled for a late spring 2010 release.
For more information on No Justice and Carved Records, visit:
www.NoJustice.com
and www.CarvedRecords.com.
Kingsway
Offers Modern Day Hymn Writer STUART TOWNEND Feb. 23
Introducing Stuart Townend, releasing Feb. 23, 2010 from Kingsway with EMI CMG
Distribution, recognizes one of the most prolific “modern hymn writers” in the
world today. The recording features UK-based Townend’s “In Christ Alone” and
“How Deep The Father’s Love.” Both songs are among the top 50 most sung worship
songs in the US, according to CCLI, and are examples of Townend’s distinctive
lyrics that are rich in theology, poetry and have contributed to the worshipping
life of the church worldwide. The recording is available for $5 at both physical
and digital retail outlets everywhere.
Having written at least 119 songs that congregations are singing (CCLI),
Townend’s ability to craft songs with great lyrics and accessible melodies has
caused some to draw comparisons with the greats of previous generations, such as
Isaac Watts and Charles Wesley.
“The Church has shown its thirst in recent years for songs of substance and
hymnology,” says Steve Nicolle, Kingsway director, music and media. “A good
melody is not enough, but depth of lyric, Scriptural relevance and poetic beauty
are required. This is the unique quality that Stuart brings to the global
worshipping church.”
Grounded by his commitment to the local church, when asked about his own
songwriting, Townend explains, “It is so important that our lives are built not
on our feelings or circumstances, but on the Word of God, and songs can really
help us to meditate on and retain truth. I know from the correspondence I
regularly receive that if you can express in songs the profound truth of the
gospel in a poetic yet accessible way, they really can have an impact in
people’s lives.”
Introducing Stuart Townend features six songs, a sampling of his poetic lyrics
and stirring melodies that have impacted millions. The full track listing
follows:
In Christ Alone
Beautiful Saviour
How Deep The Father’s Love (Click this link for Townend’s story behind this
song)
Salvation’s Song
Speak O Lord
The Power Of The Cross
In addition to writing and recording, Townend is a gifted worship leader,
musician and seminar speaker. He spends a good part of his year leading worship
at major Christian events, doing solo concerts and training emerging worship
leaders and songwriters. He also attends and regularly leads worship at Church
of Christ the King (CCK) in Brighton UK, one of the Newfrontiers network of
churches headed up by Terry Virgo. Having studied literature at the University
of Sussex, it is here he met Caroline, whom he married in 1988, and they now
have three children: Joseph, Emma, and Eden.
For more information about Stuart Townend, go to
www.stuarttownend.co.uk
and www.kingsway.co.uk.
CMTAuctions.com
Adds Final Items, Tickets for Country Music DJ and Radio Hall of Fame Auction
CMTAuctions.com has posted its final round of auction items this year for the
Country Music DJ and Radio Hall of Fame, including tickets to see Taylor Swift,
Reba and more.
In partnership with Country Music Television, Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.
raises funds each year for the Hall of Fame through its online auctions held at
www.CMTAuctions.com.
Items currently available for bidding include tickets to see artists at this
year’s CRS 2010 (Feb. 24-26), such as Taylor Swift (Music City Jam™), Gloriana/Randy
Houser/Love and Theft/Justin Moore/Chris Young (New Faces of Country Music
Show®), Eric Church and Emily West (Capitol luncheon) and Sugarland/Vince
Gill/Billy Currington/Josh Turner/Jamey Johnson and more (Universal Music Group
luncheon). Tickets to see upcoming shows from Reba, Jewel, and Jack Ingram are
also available for bidding.
Additional items to be added to the current auction include autographed
memorabilia from Garth Brooks, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Jason Aldean,
Charlie Daniels, Merle Haggard and more.
“This year’s auction items include meet-and-greets, tickets to exclusive events,
and rare collectibles from some of the biggest superstars in Country music,”
says CRB Hall of Fame Chairman RJ Curtis. “We would like to extend our sincere
gratitude to CMT and all of the artists and labels for their generosity and
commitment to the continued vitality of the Country Music DJ and Radio Hall of
Fame. Their efforts make the preservation of our genre possible.”
The current CRB auction remains open through Feb. 16, 2010 at 5 p.m. CST. Visit
www.CMTAuctions.com
for more items and auction listing details.
Country
Thunder Festivals In April and July To Partner With GAC-TV
Country Thunder music and camping festivals, held in Florence, Arizona April
14-17 and Twin Lakes, Wisconsin July 22-25 will showcase on Great American
Country television network again this year. GAC will be on hand at both four-day
festival events - visiting with country music stars and their fans for GAC
Nights and GAC’s Top 20 Country Countdown. (Actual airdates / times TBD)
In Arizona April 14-17: Wednesday’s kickoff party in the Howlin’ Coyote Saloon
will be led by country-newgrass giants The Grascals with their ‘Rowdy Friends’
tour partner Eric Church, followed by party master Neal McCoy. Thursday the
party train keeps chugging with Collin Raye and JoDee Messina. The evening will
be complete with memorable performances from Gary Allan and Miranda Lambert.
Friday won’t disappoint, with newbie favorites Love & Theft followed by the
power-trio of the Trailer Choir. Better get your boots on ‘cause Randy Houser
and Luke Bryan will follow, and Hollywood Hitmaker Kevin Costner is bringing his
band Modern West to entertain as well. Your weeknight will be complete, once
KEITH URBAN hits the stage! Saturday brings CT vet Jason Jones to the stage,
then introducing newcomers Kate & Kacey and Gloriana. Big & Rich’s Big Kenny
takes the dinner set with a true legend to follow, Willie Nelson! Ending the
weekend with a BIG Bang – KID ROCK! Bring a wheelchair… you might need it when
we’re done…
Four-day general admission tickets in Arizona are currently priced at $119, with
limited VIP and reserved seating still available. Preferred camp sites are now
sold-out, with a few camping spots remaining in Crazy Coyote and Road Runner
areas.
In Wisconsin July 22-25: Thursday’s opening night festivities include Sawyer
Brown, John Michael Montgomery and Eric Church. Friday starts out with a rowdy
set by the Trailer Choir, Randy Houser and Big Kenny followed by nice fixing of
Jason Aldean topped with some Sugarland. Saturday afternoon lights up with
newcomers Kate & Kacey and Gloriana, followed by veteran hitmakers Collin Raye
and Craig Morgan. Hollywood superstar Kevin Costner then brings his band Modern
West to Wisconsin, and Saturday night will have a fiery finish with Miranda
Lambert at the helm. Sunday will have its fair share of hits, starting with
Country Thunder veteran Jason Jones, newcomer David Nail and then Luke Bryan,
followed by a continuous string of hits brought to you by JoDee Messina, Billy
Currington and KENNY CHESNEY, for a final night that will not be soon forgotten!
In Wisconsin General Admission ticketholders will get closer access to the stage
– as VIP tickets have been eliminated to allow for those who cannot afford those
seats to get up, close and personal to their favorite performers with their
reserved seat purchase or four-day general admission passes.
Country Thunder information, tickets, campsites, directions and contact
information available by visiting
www.countrythunder.com
or by calling 877-999-8008
Damon
The Gypsy Offers His Rare Album 'Song Of A Gypsy' For A Special Low Price On CD
Baby Through February
Forty years beyond its initial LP release, and 20 years after selling thousands
following its CD release, the 1969 cult classic Song of a Gypsy, by acclaimed
singer-songwriter Damon The Gypsy, is now available to longtime fans and to
future followers just in time for Valentine’s Day, and through the month of
February for a special price of $14 on cdbaby.com.
Damon is introducing this glorious, trippy and romantic album to a new
generation with a new ‘VHD’ version re-mastered by John Vestman, a 30-year
veteran engineer who has worked on projects by Sting, George Duke, Hole and
Teena Marie, among others.
Song of a Gypsy is one of the most sought after vinyls of its time, with “The
Goldmine Price Guide to Rare and Collectible Record Albums” listing it at over
$3,000.
At its heart, Song of a Gypsy is about Damon’s search for love and an ongoing
passion for a mysterious girl named Genie, as in “Poor Poor Genie,” the album’s
second track. Song of a Gypsy’s titles all touch on different feelings about
this Genie. He asks, “Don’t You Feel Me” and “Did You Ever” think that I would
fall in love with you? On Song of a Gypsy’s final track, “The Road Of Life,” he
looks back on this extraordinary romance and says, “As each day comes to pass
and my body comes to rest, my heart, my mind, my soul goes on living for the
best.”
Damon has performed everywhere from his home base in Southern California to
Amsterdam, Greece and Spain; he even played 14 cities in 16 days a few years
ago. With the VHD release of Song of a Gypsy, he’s looking forward to hitting
the road again, and currently working on a third album to complete the “gypsy”
trilogy.
Dove
Brothers Land Eight SGN Music Awards Nominations
Multi-award winning quartet the Dove Brothers landed a stellar eight nominations
in the 2010 SGN Music Awards program. The nominees were announced in over 24
categories last month and the Dove Brothers were among the most nominated this
year.
The popular quartet landed nominations for Song of the Year (for the critical
smash “Hold On”), Album of the Year and Country Album of the Year (for Hold On),
Male Group of the Year, Best Live Performer, Fan Favorite Artist of the Year,
Country Song of the Year (for “A Little Good News”), and Special Event Project
of the Year (for the group’s 10-year anniversary project Decennial).
In addition, group owner and manager McCray Dove received a separate nomination
for writing the group’s Song of the Year nominated song “Hold On.”
“We are so honored to again be nominated in several categories for the SGN Music
Awards,” mentioned McCray Dove of the Dove Brothers. “This awards program has
been very kind to us over the years, and we continue to be humbled by their
respect for our ministry.”
The Dove Brothers have been awarded three SGN Music Awards in the past – all in
2008 when the group won Song of the Year and Traditional Song of the Year for “I
Can Pray” as well as 2008 Pacesetter. In addition to this year, the group now
has been nominated 39 times in the program, including five consecutive
nominations in the categories of Male Group of the Year and Fan Favorite Artist
of the Year.
The SGN Music Award nominees are chosen by the staff of SoGospelNews.com and
select members of the Southern Gospel media and community. Starting on February
1, 2010 – fans will get the chance to vote for their favorite songs, albums, and
artists in Southern Gospel music. To see a complete list of nominees – visit
http://www.sogospelnews.com.
The 2010 SGN Music Awards Celebration will take place on Tuesday, April 13, 2010
at River of Life Church in Smyrna, Tennessee. The event is free to the public.
The Dove Brothers started 2010 with a bang with news that last year’s release –
Hold On – was named one of the best recordings of 2009 according to the staff of
SoGospelNews.com. Hold On – the Dove Brothers’ 14th studio release – landed on
four out of five “Staff Picks” lists – a yearly feature on the popular e-zine
that highlight’s the writing staff’s choices for the best releases of the
previous year.
Be listening for the group’s current single – “Hold On” – at Southern Gospel
radio all across the country.
More information on the Dove Brothers can be found at
http://dovebrothersquartet.com
Rascal
Flatts Help Fans Get In The Valentine's Day Mood With "14 Love Songs For The
14th" Digital Release
Rascal Flatts are helping their fans get in the Valentine’s Day mood with their
digital exclusive offering, 14 Love Songs For The 14th. Available starting
February 9 at all digital music outlets, Rascal Flatts' 14 Love Songs For The
14th offers up fourteen of the band’s most romantic love songs, from the tender
ballad “Bless The Broken Road,” to the passionate “I Melt,” to album cut gems
including “Secret Smile” and “Cool Thing.”
TRACK LISTING
1. This Everyday Love
2. While You Loved Me
3. Love You Out Loud
4. One Good Love
5. I Melt
6. Like I Am
7. Where You Are
8. Bless The Broken Road
9. Cool Thing
10. The Day Before You
11. My Wish
12. Take Me There
13. Secret Smile
14. Unstoppable
Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney are kicking off 2010 with a bang as
they mark not only the beginning of a new decade but also celebrate ten years of
making great music together, becoming one of the hottest touring acts and the
top-selling country act released in the new millennium. The band has delivered
11 #1 singles to the top of the charts and has more titles in Billboard’s Top
100 Songs of the Decade than any other group in the format. Over ten years the
band has sold more than 20 million albums and 25 million digital downloads while
all six of their studio albums made Billboard’s Top 100 Country Albums of the
Decade listing.
As the most awarded country group of the new millenium Rascal Flatts has brought home nearly 40 trophies from the Academy of Country Music, American Music Awards, Country Music Association, People’s Choice Awards and more. In concert, Rascal Flatts continues to be one of the hottest touring acts of the decade with more venue attendance records than any other country act. They have played 400 dates as a headline act, 700 total since 2000, with a ticket tally of nearly 6 million. These shows include 3 consecutive sold-out performances at Madison Square Garden and the band also became the first and only country music act to sell out Wrigley Field. Gary, Jay and Joe Don have traveled to visit U.S. troops in Iraq on a USO Tour and partnered with the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee to raise over 3 million dollars in the past few years. Visit www.rascalflatts10.com to learn more about a decade of Rascal Flatts.
Brad
Paisley Asks Hank Cochran: Is It Raining At Your House?
Brad Paisley recently hosted Hank Cochran and a crew from Nashville-based REEL
COOL FILMS at his Tennessee home. The visit, which captured Paisley's
interpretation of the Cochran hit, "Is It Raining At Your House," will be
included in an upcoming documentary on the life - and songs - of Hank, known
throughout the industry as "The Legend."
Visit Hank online @
www.hankcochran.com. Explore REEL COOL FILMS @
http://www.reelcoolfilms.com.
Luke
Bryan's Rain Is A Good Thing Video Debuts Today On iTunes
Luke Bryan premieres his new video Rain Is A Good Thing on iTunes today.
The video was shot back in October at Luke’s inaugural Farm Tour show and
includes over 3,500 of his rain-soaked fans who stuck out the mud and wet
weather to see the show.
Rain Is A Good Thing, the followup to his recent #1, Do I, is his fastest-rising
single. He's currently touring on Jason Aldean's Wide Open Tour.
Warner
Music Nashville Ups Reeves To VP Promotion
Warner Music Nashville announced today (2/8) the promotion of Bob Reeves from
National Promotion Director to VP Promotion. In this new role, Reeves will
continue to work with artists in the Warner Music Nashville family, which
includes Atlantic Nashville, Reprise and Warner Bros. Nashville.
“When I came on board and saw all of the terrific A&R team we had working to
develop our wonderful roster of artists, I also saw that we have in Bob an
incredibly talented executive with the breadth of experience and creativity to
help us take WMN to the next level,” says WMN Pres. John Esposito. “Throughout
the course of his 20-year career, Bob has exhibited entrepreneurial initiative
and has brought a very creative approach to getting the music of so many great
artists to their fans. I look forward to working with him to drive even greater
success for all of Warner Music Nashville artists.”
Reeves’ career includes time at Albany, NY’s WPTR radio; promotion gigs with
CORE Records, River North, and Sony Music’s Monument and Epic; his own marketing
and promotion partnership Integrity Nashville; and National Promotion Director
stints with Midas and Montage. Since joining Warner Bros. Nashville in 2006,
Reeves has been a part of No. 1 singles by Big & Rich, James Otto, and Blake
Shelton.
Jamie
Foxx A Fan Of Miranda Lambert
Turns out that actor/singer Jamie Foxx is big fan of Miranda Lambert. The two
celebs met for the first time in LA recently at Foxx’s post-Grammy party at the
Conga Room. She was celebrating her first Number One single, “White Liar,” and a
presenting slot on the Grammys where she was nominated for Best Female Country
Vocal Performance.
Jamie Foxx and Miranda Lambert
When Lambert walked in the room, Foxx grabbed a microphone and rapped a few
lines of “White Liar” and said, “Everybody, Miranda Lambert’s in the house!” A
fan of country music, Foxx has performed on the CMA Awards and last year, sang
on the George Strait Artist of the Decade All-Star Concert.
Lambert will return to the City of Angeles this month on tour with Brad Paisley
and she will also perform “White Liar” on Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson.
April
Rider Named Stoney Creek GM
Stoney Creek Records CEO/President Benny Brown announced today (2/8) the
addition of April Rider as General Manager of Operations for Stoney Creek
Records, effective Feb. 15.
Rider recently exited her position as Curb Records VP Promotion after ten years
with the label. She now joins fellow former Curb promo exec Carson James at
Stoney Creek, an imprint of Broken Bow Records.
“We are excited to have April join the Stoney Creek family. Her extensive
knowledge and successful background will continue to move the Stoney Creek
imprint to new levels of success,” says Brown.
Rider adds, “With such a great staff and artist roster to work with, I am
thrilled for this exciting opportunity to grow my career. I look forward to
working with my longtime colleague and friend Carson James, and the rest of the
Stoney Creek family.”
April Rider can be reached at
april@stoneycreekrecords.com and by phone at 615-320-1372.
Josh
Turner Goes Haywire Today
Josh Turner’s latest release Haywire hits streets today (Feb. 9) with a standard
and deluxe version. Deluxe includes the 11 tracks that appear on the standard
release plus two unreleased songs and live versions of “Your Man,” and “Long
Black Train.” Deluxe also includes music video “Why Don’t We Just Dance” plus
behind-the-scenes recording studio footage.
Turner will also be featured on the Great American Country network’s Origins
series where the baritone singer shares personal stories about career and
family.
Gibson
Goes On Defensive Against Price-Fixing Claims
Iconic Nashville-based guitar manufacturer Gibson said claims it colluded with
other manufacturers and a retailer in a price-fixing scheme are “wholly without
merit.” Gibson, along with competitors Yamaha and Fender, retailer Guitar
Center, and the National Association of the Music Merchants, an industry group,
are charged in a number of lawsuits in California and Washington, D.C., alleging
a conspiracy to secure higher retail prices. The suits are filed under the names
of various purchasers of guitars and are expected to be treated as a class
action. To read more
CLICK HERE.