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“If you are lucky enough to be invited to play even just once with living legends like Slayer, it’s an incredible honor. Slayer gave Lamb Of God our very first two overseas shows. Slayer has subsequently taken us on several full-length tours, both at home and abroad. The guys in Slayer and their crew have also always been very, very cool to our band. It … Continue reading Slayer declares last tour with special guests!
The four time Grammy nominated R&B singer packed the Tangier Cabernet Lounge in Akron (OH) Saturday night. Playing the first of the two sold out sets of the evening at 7:30. Benet set the tone of the night which was casual and sensual. Playing “Chocolate Legs” early in the set, let fans know the night was one for lovers. The 51 year old singer played … Continue reading Eric Benet plays to sold out crowd in Akron
This week we got to sit down and talk with Naveed Stone lead singer of In Loving Memory. Here’s our full interview! Ryan: This is a question I do not like to ask, however I feel like it’s needed. Who is the bands name in memory of? Naveed: The band name isn’t actually in reference to any particular person or entity! The name In Loving … Continue reading Naveed Stone of In Loving Memory talks music, EP’s, and being an underdog
UMG Nashville releases the highly anticipated 19 song soundtrack to the feature film Forever My Girl today. Assembled by executive music producer Brett Boyett, the star-studded soundtrack includes brand new original songs along with classics from some of the most respected names in country music. Artists include reigning CMA Vocal Group of the Year Little Big Town performing their harmony soaked “Can’t Go Back,” premier … Continue reading UMG NASHVILLE RELEASES 19 SONGS FOR SOUNDTRACK OF FEATURE FILM “FOREVER MY GIRL”
Hit maker Granger Smith brought the YEE YEE Nation brand of country to the city last night during an electrifying show at New York City’s famed Irving Plaza, marking both the launch of his 2018 DON’T TREAD ON ME TOUR and his New York City full band debut show. Playing to a packed house, Smith performed a charged set of songs from his new album … Continue reading GRANGER SMITH LAUNCHES 2018 DON’T TREAD ON ME TOUR
Wheelhouse Records’ recording artist and one-half of the Grammy-winning duo, Sugarland, Kristian Bush has announced the launch of his new podcast, Geeking Out! With Kristian Bush, debuting tomorrow, January 23. In each episode, Kristian will sit down with a guest to talk about something they’re obsessed with that has nothing to do with their job; he’ll also share an artist, song, or album that’s got … Continue reading Kristian Bush launches new podcast “Geeking Out With Kristian Bush”
Country Music Hall of Fame members, Grand Ole Opry members, and five-time GRAMMY winning group, The Oak Ridge Boys announce the release of their Lightning Rod Records forthcoming project 17th Avenue Revival, produced by critically-acclaimed producer Dave Cobb on March 16. This is the group’s second project with Cobb, who produced the Oaks’ celebrated The Boys Are Back album released in 2009. “Having been in … Continue reading THE OAK RIDGE BOYS SET TO RELEASE ’17TH AVENUE REVIVAL’ ON MARCH 16
In the words of noted jazz reviewer Don Heckman: “Added to that, Deana performs more far-ranging titles, including “I Love Being Here With You,” “The Lady Is A Tramp,” “Gee Baby Ain’t I Good To You,” and “Miss Otis Regrets.” That’s a group of songs that would challenge the skills of most artists in the contemporary pop music world. Deana handles it with an illuminating … Continue reading DEANA MARTIN KICKS OFF 2018 PERFORMANCES IN FLORIDA
International country music icons, the Bellamy Brothers, are opening up their lives to television audiences with their new reality show, “Honky Tonk Ranch,” premiering Sunday, April 8 at 8:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. CT on The Cowboy Channel (click here for listings). Each episode of “Honky Tonk Ranch” will captivate viewers by the unpredictable misadventures the Bellamys face while balancing their globe-trotting touring schedule … Continue reading The Bellamy Brothers premier new reality show “Honky Tonk Ranch on April 8th
The Hank Cochran Pen Fund Benefit scheduled for tonight has been cancelled due to weather. Look for new show date soon! The Hank Cochran Pen Fund offers financial support to songwriters and their families as they deal with cancer. “Hank understood songwriters better than anyone,” Booth recalls. “Not every writer is on the charts every week; some never make it there at all, but they are … Continue reading The Hank Cochran Pen Fund Benefit scheduled for tonight has been cancelled due to weather.
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