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BETTER THAN EZRA’S GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT IS MORE THAN GOOD

READY TO PLAY 11th ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVALTHIS WEEKEND NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 25, 2025) — Last night, PLATINUM Rock band Better Than Ezra electrified the crowd at the Grand Ole Opry during their debut in Nashville’s most legendary circle as a part of the historic Opry 100 celebration. Compromised of Kevin Griffin, Tom Drummond, Jim Payne and Michael Jerome, the quartet packed the house and delivered a three-song set comprised of definitive hits. Among the highlights, Better … Continue reading BETTER THAN EZRA’S GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT IS MORE THAN GOOD

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WEEKEND PLANS? PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL IS IT

2025 PROMISES SUNSHINE & MUST-SEE HEADLINE SETS FROMJOHN MAYER (FULL BAND), KINGS OF LEON, & MORE—FESTIVAL GATES OPEN AT 1 P.M. CT ON SATURDAY (9/27) & SUNDAY (9/28)—GET READY BY DOWNLOADING THE OFFICIAL APP HERE NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 25, 2025) – Weekend plans? Pilgrimage Music & Cultural Festival 2025 is it. In just two short days, the anticipated festival makes its return to The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin, … Continue reading WEEKEND PLANS? PILGRIMAGE MUSIC & CULTURAL FESTIVAL IS IT

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Christopher Wyze & the Tellers Win “Best New Artist Debut Album”

MEMPHIS, Tenn. –  Big Radio Records today announced label artist Christopher Wyze & the Tellers has won the 2025 Blues Blast Music Award for Best New Artist Debut Album for their thirteen-track release, Stuck in the Mud. The album, which landed on multiple blues charts around the world, received critical acclaim for its raw storytelling and powerful, fresh take on contemporary blues.Presented by Blues Blast Magazine, the Blues Blast Music … Continue reading Christopher Wyze & the Tellers Win “Best New Artist Debut Album”

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Richard Sterban, Iconic Bass Singer with The Oak Ridge Boys, Releases Health Update

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Richard Sterban, 53+ year member of The Oak Ridge Boys, who has been off the road convalescing since mid-May, has released a health update.“In March of this year, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer,” said Sterban. “But I am under the care of the best cancer doctors in the country and, with the help of the Good Lord above, I believe I will be … Continue reading Richard Sterban, Iconic Bass Singer with The Oak Ridge Boys, Releases Health Update

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ERIC CHURCH EXPANDS FREE THE MACHINE TOUR WITH 24 DATES ADDED IN 2026

Kashus Culpepper, Caylee Hammack, Ella Langley, Ashley McBryde, Stephen Wilson Jr. & 49 Winchester Join; Tickets On-Sale Friday, October 3 via EricChurch.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. – With five shows underway of his 2025 Free The Machine Tour, Eric Church is expanding his run into 2026 with 24 new dates, kicking off January 22 and 23 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. Church will be joined across varying dates by special guests … Continue reading ERIC CHURCH EXPANDS FREE THE MACHINE TOUR WITH 24 DATES ADDED IN 2026

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NINETIES ROCK LEGENDS LAUNCH NEW SUPERGROUP HOWL OWL HOWL, HITTING THE ROAD THIS FALL !

Hootie & the Blowfish Frontman Darius Rucker, R.E.M. Co-Founder Mike Mills and The Black Crowes Co-Founder and Former Drummer Steve Gorman Announce Epic New Band Howl Owl Howl Tour 2025 Starts November 3, More Announcements to Come  Debut Track “My Cologne” Out October 31 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – A true rock supergroup is one of the most elusive creatures in music, yet today a new specimen emerges. Dubbed Howl Owl Howl and … Continue reading NINETIES ROCK LEGENDS LAUNCH NEW SUPERGROUP HOWL OWL HOWL, HITTING THE ROAD THIS FALL !

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DRAKE WHITE UNVEILS 2025 “BENEFIT FOR THE BRAIN” LINEUP

FEATURING RILEY GREEN, JON PARDI, KASSI ASHTON, AND MORE—SET FOR NOVEMBER 17 AT RYMAN AUDITORIUM – TICKETS ON SALE NOW  NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 24, 2025) — Country-Soul singer-songwriter Drake White has assembled a blockbuster lineup for his second “Benefit For The Brain” concert at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN on November 17. Revealing what fans can expect, the stacked bill includes Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Kassi Ashton, and more special guests alongside White. Tickets … Continue reading DRAKE WHITE UNVEILS 2025 “BENEFIT FOR THE BRAIN” LINEUP

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Entertainer Tori Martin Delivers Western Cinematic Experience In New Music Video, “Cowgirls Ride”

“This video is like a western oil painting come to life. A spectacular cinematic companion to a song that feels like an American standard. Simply beautiful!” – Allen Foster, Entertaining Options Fort Worth, TX (September 24, 2025) – TRRR’s reigning New Female Artist of the Year Tori Martin delivers a high-impact Western cinematic experience with her new music video, “Cowgirls Ride.”  The video features an all-female cast of real cowgirls gathering before … Continue reading Entertainer Tori Martin Delivers Western Cinematic Experience In New Music Video, “Cowgirls Ride”

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Backlash: second single and video “No Shelter From The Blues” drops

Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are thrilled to unveil “No Shelter From The Blues,” the electrifying second single from Backlash‘s highly anticipated debut album, “Time To Impact”. Out now across all major streaming platforms, this song is elevated by a captivating official video produced by Moviedel Productions. This marks another milestone for the rising Italian AOR sensations as they build unstoppable momentum ahead of the full album’s November … Continue reading Backlash: second single and video “No Shelter From The Blues” drops

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RISING COUNTRY SINGER & SONGWRITER MACKENZIE CARPENTER SIGNS WITH RICH MGMT

CLIMBING THE COUNTRY CHARTS WITH SINGLE“I WISH YOU WOULD” (FEAT. MIDLAND)—CURRENTLY SUPPORTING JORDAN DAVIS ON FALL TOUR AND SET TO JOIN RILEY GREEN ON THE ROAD NEXT YEAR NASHVILLE, TENN. (September 22, 2025) – Country singer, songwriter, and artist-to-watch Mackenzie Carpenter has signed with Rich MGMT—as announced today. With this move, she joins the company’s elite and diverse roster of talent, which includes George Birge, Matt Stell, John Morgan, Darren Kiely, and more. As she … Continue reading RISING COUNTRY SINGER & SONGWRITER MACKENZIE CARPENTER SIGNS WITH RICH MGMT

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