“Life Off My Years” tour hits Wright State University on 4/21

Lee Brice brings his headlining “Life Off My Years” tour to Wright State University’s Nutter Center in Dayton, OH on April 21st. Joining Lee on his headlining tour is country music’s hottest new duo, Maddie and Tae. Maddie and Tae got the nod for this tour when country superstar Tyler Farr had announced that he would be taking a short hiatus from touring secondary to … Continue reading “Life Off My Years” tour hits Wright State University on 4/21

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"THE PICKUP" Webisodes, Latest News and Information, Videos

Newly announced Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, Charlie Daniels on the latest episode of The Pickup and more

Be sure to watch this week’s episode of “The Pickup” as Adam Wurtzel speaks with the latest Country Music Hall of Fame Inductees Charlie Daniels, Fred Foster and Mary Davis Travis (on behalf of CMHOF Inductee Randy Travis). Also featured on this week’s episode are interviews and music news from Justin Moore, Loretta Lynn, Willie Nelson, Tim McGraw, Jason Aldean, Cyndi Lauper, and Brett Eldredge. … Continue reading Newly announced Country Music Hall of Fame inductee, Charlie Daniels on the latest episode of The Pickup and more

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Concert Information, Latest News and Information, Upcoming Concert and Festival Announcements

Hoedown In The Holler Country Music Festival

Country music festivals are summers biggest parties and this years Hoedown in the holler is going to be just that. This festival has been going strong for it’s now seventh consecutive year. In years past this festival was in the fall, but now it has been moved to the summer. The festival will be held on Friday, August 5 and Saturday, August 6 at Mandolin … Continue reading Hoedown In The Holler Country Music Festival

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Articles, Concert Reviews, Exclusive Photo Galleries, Festival Information and Photos, Latest News and Information, Reviews

Rock the Arena: Your Backstage Pass

To say that Rock the Arena held in Toledo, Ohio on March 19 was a success is an understatement. The sold out show was electric and each artist delivered high energy performances that left fans eager for more. The lineup for the day started off with Trixter, followed by FireHouse and Lita Ford. Dokken, Winger, and Warrant rounded out the early evening. RATT was the … Continue reading Rock the Arena: Your Backstage Pass

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Interviews

Xander Demos: Bringing Metal to the Masses

Today, I present a question to all of the readers out there: What is metal? How do you define the genre? Is it screaming lyrics one can’t understand? Is it a clash of guitars and drums tangled into a heap of musical messiness of which you can’t possibly bear listening? Until I took the time to really listen to the genre, I wasn’t quite sure … Continue reading Xander Demos: Bringing Metal to the Masses

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Congratulations to this years Country Music Hall Of Fame Inductees!

The 2016 Country Music Hall Of Fame Inductees were announced in a live streaming media only press conference this morning. The press conference was hosted by Country Music and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Brenda Lee. The first inductee to be announced was the legendary Fred Foster who founded Monument Records and launched the careers of many legendary country and rock musicians Roy … Continue reading Congratulations to this years Country Music Hall Of Fame Inductees!

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Check out Denny Strickland’s acoustic video performance of a Kris Kristofferson classic; “Loving Her Was Easier”

Denny Strickland – “Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again)” Press Release: NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 17, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — Country newcomer and Arkansas native Denny Strickland salutes icon Kris Kristofferson with his acoustic video of “Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again).” The video, part of The Cellar Sessions (Strickland’s latest efforts with Producer/Director Brian Harstine), was filmed at … Continue reading Check out Denny Strickland’s acoustic video performance of a Kris Kristofferson classic; “Loving Her Was Easier”

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Watch the 2016 Country Music Hall Of Fame Inductees Announcement on March 29th; Hosted by CMHOF member Brenda Lee

The CMA will live stream its media-only press conference revealing the 2016 Country Music Hall Of Fame inductees March 29 at 10am CT. CMHOF member Brenda Lee will host the announcement and introduce inductees in three categories: Veterans Era, Modern Era and Non-Performer. Continue reading Watch the 2016 Country Music Hall Of Fame Inductees Announcement on March 29th; Hosted by CMHOF member Brenda Lee

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Interviews, Latest News and Information

RavenEye to Support The Darkness This Spring

Springtime isn’t just for allergies, cleaning and weekend jaunts! As we brush off the stench of winter, we prepare for another season of concerts and a British invasion! Aaron Spiers, bassist for British rock band RavenEye, chatted with me about the band and their current endeavors. RavenEye will be the supporting band for British rock band, The Darkness this spring on the Back to … Continue reading RavenEye to Support The Darkness This Spring

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Josh Goodlett talks about his new single and more!

Last week I had the privilege of sitting down with up and coming country music artist Josh Goodlett to talk about his newly released single, his influences, and how this journey all came about. Josh, a native of Taylorsville, KY, knows all about working hard to get to where he wants to be. He was brought up working on the family farm before and after … Continue reading Josh Goodlett talks about his new single and more!

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