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SLASH FT. MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘LIVING THE DREAM’

SLASH FT. MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS have announced today, June 18 they’ll release their new album titled LIVING THE DREAM on September 21 via SLASH’s own label Snakepit Records in partnership with Roadrunner Records. LIVING THE DREAM is SLASH’s fourth solo album, and third with his band featuring MYLES KENNEDY (Vocals), BRENT FITZ (Drums), TODD KERNS (Bass & Vocals) and FRANK SIDORIS (Guitar & … Continue reading SLASH FT. MYLES KENNEDY & THE CONSPIRATORS ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘LIVING THE DREAM’

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Steven Page- First Major Tour In Over 7 Years!!

STEVEN PAGE will be returning to the U.S. for one of his biggest tours in years.  Following a string of rip-roaring shows in the UK in 2017, Steven will be bringing his trio (rounded out with Craig Northey and Kevin Fox) to the States to circle the continent. Also known for being the co-founder and former lead vocalist/songwriter for multi-platinum selling band Barenaked Ladies who were … Continue reading Steven Page- First Major Tour In Over 7 Years!!

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Award-Winning Artist Steve Wariner Honored with Country Radio Broadcasters’ 2018 Artist Career Achievement Award

Award-winning artist, highly regarded guitarist, and hit songwriter, Steve Wariner was honored with the 2018 CRB Artist Career Achievement Award during the Country Radio Hall of Fame awards and induction ceremony held at the Vanderbilt Marriott in Nashville, Tennessee on June 20, 2018. CRB Executive Director Bill Mayne presented Wariner with the award, which is given to an individual artist or act that, through their creativity, … Continue reading Award-Winning Artist Steve Wariner Honored with Country Radio Broadcasters’ 2018 Artist Career Achievement Award

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ZEKE’s North American Summer Tour With Weedeater And Others

ZEKE’s Hellbender is available now on CD, LP, and digital via Relapse Records. See the video for “Two Lane Blacktop” and stream/purchase the album through all digital streaming services HERE.   ZEKE Tour Dates: 6/25/2018 Woodward Theatre – Cincinnati, OH * 6/26/2018 Night Shop – Bloomington, IL * 6/27/2018 Cactus Club – Milwaukee, WI 6/28/2018 Studio B @ Skyway Theatre – Minneapolis, MN * 6/29/2018 … Continue reading ZEKE’s North American Summer Tour With Weedeater And Others

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CHRIS YOUNG EXTENDS 2018 HEADLINE TOUR

These“Chris Young Losing Sleep 2018 World Tour” adds 15 new dates,  totaling 55 arena shows in 2018 Special Guests Dan + Shay Added for Final Shows of 2018 along with Morgan Evans and Dee Jay Silver Tickets on-sale Thursday, June 28 at chrisyoungcountry.com shows will kick off October 25 in Evansville, IN with stops in Milwaukee, Detroit, Baltimore, Long Island and more before wrapping in … Continue reading CHRIS YOUNG EXTENDS 2018 HEADLINE TOUR

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Honky Tonk Ranch” Most Watched Show on The Cowboy Channel, Streamed in 66 Countries. Special guest Tanya Tucker

Country music royalty bands together in this weekend’s episode of “Honky Tonk Ranch,” when music icon Tanya Tucker makes a surprise appearance and spontaneous performance this Sunday at 8:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. CT on The Cowboy Channel. CLICK HERE to watch a preview of the episode. “I’ve always loved these boys! I’ve remained buddies with David and Howard ever since we performed together in Japan back in … Continue reading Honky Tonk Ranch” Most Watched Show on The Cowboy Channel, Streamed in 66 Countries. Special guest Tanya Tucker

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Country Thunder Receives Academy Of Country Music ‘Festival Of The Year’ Industry Award

The Academy of Country Music® has named Country Thunder West ‘Festival of the Year’ for the 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards today. Industry Award, Studio Recording Award and the previously announced Special Award winners will be honored during the 12th ANNUAL ACM HONORS™, an evening dedicated to recognizing the special honorees and off-camera category winners from the 53rd ACM Awards. ACM Honors will take … Continue reading Country Thunder Receives Academy Of Country Music ‘Festival Of The Year’ Industry Award

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Tim Rossi Of Blackfoot Talks New Music And More!

  Music Matters Magazine is Extremely Thrilled to Talk with Tim Rossi of Blackfoot and to recently  see Blackfoot at The Open Chord All Things Music in Knoxville Tennessee. The Guys Came out rocking and didn’t stop. Doing songs like ” Train Train” and “Highway Song” among others off of their Current CD “SOUTHERN NATIVE ”  to a packed house. (MM)  Tim What were you … Continue reading Tim Rossi Of Blackfoot Talks New Music And More!

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Kill No Albatross released new EP “Speak True Evil”

For wildly energetic Burlington, ON based KILL NO ALBATROSS, intertwining the accessibility of rock, the technicality of prog, and the energy of hardcore is the name of the game. Through intelligent songwriting, creative guitar work, and emotional intensity, they meld dynamic, bold, bewitching sounds to create no holds barred rock. 2018 started with a bang, as the band performed as part of Canadian Music Week and attained coveted … Continue reading Kill No Albatross released new EP “Speak True Evil”

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GHOST JOINS CANDLESMASS TO HONOR METALLICA WITH PERFORMANCE OF “ENTER SANDMAN” AT POLAR MUSIC PRIZE CEREMONY

Grammy® Award-winning band Ghost’s joined legendary metal band Candlemass to honor Metallica by performing “Enter Sandman” as members Lars Ulrich and Robert Trujillo were presented with the Polar Music Prize by the King of Sweden, Carl XVI Gustaf. Watch the unforgettable performance HERE.   Ghost’s critically acclaimed fourth sacred psalm Prequelle was released on June 1 and debuted at #3 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart, … Continue reading GHOST JOINS CANDLESMASS TO HONOR METALLICA WITH PERFORMANCE OF “ENTER SANDMAN” AT POLAR MUSIC PRIZE CEREMONY

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