KASSI ASHTON Releases Music Video For “Violins”

Kassi Ashton, one of Nashville’s most compelling rising stars, has released the new music video for her song “Violins” today. A vibrant and entertaining reflection of the song’s empowering lyrics, the piece finds her shutting down an immature suitor amidst the fitting backdrop of a high school gymnasium. Kassi’s creative fingerprint impressively extends beyond the music and into the choreography and fashion elements of the … Continue reading KASSI ASHTON Releases Music Video For “Violins”

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Bothers Osborne Performed Before Third SOLD-OUT Ryman Auditorium Show

This past weekend, EMI Nashville’s Brothers Osborne crosses a huge milestone off their career bucket list, headlining at the famed Ryman Auditorium for the first time. The reigning ACM and CMA Vocal Duo of the Year ended up selling out three shows in one week as part of their headlining world tour and continued to impress critics and fans alike with their dynamic live show. Rolling … Continue reading Bothers Osborne Performed Before Third SOLD-OUT Ryman Auditorium Show

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George Strait’s “Every Little Honky Tonk Bar” Most Added Single to Country Radio

George Strait’s brand new single “Every Little Honky Tonk Bar” debuts as the most-added single at country radio this week with 117 stations, landing the tune in the Top 20 onBillboard’s Country Airplay Chart. “Every Little Honky Tonk Bar,” written by George Strait, Bubba Strait and longtime collaborator Dean Dillon, is the first radio single to come from Strait’s upcoming 30thstudio album, Honky Tonk Time … Continue reading George Strait’s “Every Little Honky Tonk Bar” Most Added Single to Country Radio

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Marty Brown Returns To Country Radio With Hypnotic New Single, “Umbrella Lovers”

America’s Got Talent alum Marty Brown returns to Country radio via Play MPE with “Umbrella Lovers,” a hypnotic new single from his upcoming CD, AMERICAN HIGHWAY, for Plowboy Records. With a laid-back, big-city vibe and Brown’s distinctive vocal, this is a record that will drive you to grab your lover and stroll your day away. Jangling guitars, a slight “island vibe” and easy vamps keep … Continue reading Marty Brown Returns To Country Radio With Hypnotic New Single, “Umbrella Lovers”

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CHARLEY PRIDE: I’m Just Me Documentary to Air on PBS

American Masters – Charley Pride: I’m Just Me traces the improbable journey of Charley Pride – from his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son in segregated Sledge, Mississippi – to his career as a Negro League baseball player – to his meteoric rise as a trailblazing music superstar. This new, 52-minute documentary reveals how Pride’s love for music led him from the Delta to a … Continue reading CHARLEY PRIDE: I’m Just Me Documentary to Air on PBS

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SHOKRAN Release 3rd Full Length Album, ‘Ethereal’

Progressive Metal Band SHOKRAN has released their newest full length album, ETHEREAL. Released on February 8th, Ethereal immediately blew fans away, debuting at #2 on the U.S iTunes Top 100 Heavy Metal Albums. “It’s been a while since our last release, *Exodus*. We took our time, we honed our musical skills, and we are very proud of the end result! Our new CD, Ethereal is the most mature and complex album … Continue reading SHOKRAN Release 3rd Full Length Album, ‘Ethereal’

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IRON AGE MYSTICS Bring Protest Back to Rock Music with “Save It For The Revolution”!

Toronto, Canada based political rock band IRON AGE MYSTICS is returning the spirit of progressive protest to the genre with the first track off of their upcoming, debut LP, Pride Before the Fall, “Save it For the Revolution.” A rally cry for those who know that this system is a fraud, “Save it For the Revolution” is a hell bent rejection of the societal sickness of today. “Iron … Continue reading IRON AGE MYSTICS Bring Protest Back to Rock Music with “Save It For The Revolution”!

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Sevendust with Tremonti, Cane Hill, Lullwater, and Kirra at the NorVa in Norfolk, Virginia February 9th, 2019

I had the pleasure to sit with the members of Lullwater before the show and ask them a few questions. Music Matters: You mentioned on your website that you had a tumultuous two years since the release of Revival, enough so that it influenced your music. Do you want to talk about the influence of external forces on your music? John: You know, I think … Continue reading Sevendust with Tremonti, Cane Hill, Lullwater, and Kirra at the NorVa in Norfolk, Virginia February 9th, 2019

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Tim McGraw headlines Hometown Rising’s Star Studded Lineup!

FINALLY the wait is over! The announcement came today with months of anticipation and hoping to see some of country’s biggest superstars while enjoying some fine Kentucky bourbon. Hometown Rising kicks off September 14th with country music legend Tim McGraw! Sharing the stage is Little Big Town, Dwight Yoakam, Frankie Ballard, The Cadillac Three, Jimmie Allen, Lindsay Ell, and more! Sunday is headlined by LUKE … Continue reading Tim McGraw headlines Hometown Rising’s Star Studded Lineup!

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HEART To Kickoff HUGE “Love Alive” Summer Tour

JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS, SHERYL CROW AND BRANDI CARLILE SET TO JOIN HEART FOR SELECT DATES ELLE KING TO OPEN MOST SHOWS TICKETS GO ON SALE STARTING THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15 HEART—ANN and NANCY WILSON–will return to the road in 2019 for the first time in three years with their massive “Love Alive” cross-country summer tour. Produced by Live Nation, the expansive 39-city outing … Continue reading HEART To Kickoff HUGE “Love Alive” Summer Tour

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