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Jason Aldean “I Won’t Back Down” proceeds fund victims of Vegas shooting

Jason Aldean’s message of unity and powerful cover of Tom Petty’s “I Won’t Back Town” on Saturday Night Live from Oct. 7 is available today across digital retailers and streaming services HERE and will continue to rollout with additional partners over the next few days. All proceeds raised will go towards the Direct Impact Fund to benefit victims of the Las Vegas shooting. “This week, … Continue reading Jason Aldean “I Won’t Back Down” proceeds fund victims of Vegas shooting

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William Michael Morgan touring North America

While his new title track single “Vinyl” is sweeping country radio as a Top 5 most added song, William Michael Morgan is sweeping America as he continues his North American tour. Following up from his performances on Lee Brice and Justin Moore’s #AmericanMade Tour, Morgan is making stops all over the country, this time as his own headliner. TICKETS HERE Country music is at its … Continue reading William Michael Morgan touring North America

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NASHVILLE TO CELEBRATE “HEAL THE MUSIC DAY” ON OCTOBER 20

Following Nashville Mayor Megan Barry’s official proclamation declaring October 20th as “Heal The Music Day,” a number of events are on tap to support the initiative. “Heal The Music Day” is an effort to raise awareness and support for the more than 56,000 people who make a living in the music industry, 76% of whom are self-employed or part of small business without access to … Continue reading NASHVILLE TO CELEBRATE “HEAL THE MUSIC DAY” ON OCTOBER 20

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TRACE ADKINS PERFORMS NEW SINGLE AND NATIONAL ANTHEM AT MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL IN NASHVILLE

 Recording artist and multi-media superstar, Trace Adkins, performed the National Anthem for the NFL’s Monday Night Football (10/16) in Nashville (Titans vs. Colts). The three-time GRAMMY-nominated member of the Grand Ole Opry also performed his new single “Still a Soldier” atop the scoreboard at Nissan Stadium during halftime. “Still a Solider” will officially impact Country radio on Nov. 6.    The new single from Adkins, a proud supporter of … Continue reading TRACE ADKINS PERFORMS NEW SINGLE AND NATIONAL ANTHEM AT MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL IN NASHVILLE

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Rick Monroe launches “Gypsy Soul” contest

 Singer/songwriter Rick Monroe invites fans to sing from their “Gypsy Soul,” via a contest that launched on Facebook.  Entrants have until November 13 to film their own version of Rick’s signature tune, post the video to Monroe’s Facebook page and then solicit “likes.”  The entrant with the most “likes” wins the contest.  Contest rules are explained in a YouTube video; fans can get a free … Continue reading Rick Monroe launches “Gypsy Soul” contest

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LOCASH JOIN TIM MCGRAW AND FAITH HILL’S SOUL2SOUL TOUR THIS WEEKEND

As Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s Soul to Soul tour moves on strong week by week country duo Locash will be hitting the road with them for this weeks shows. Locash will be opening three shows in Sunset, Tampa, and  Orlando, Florida. This once in a life time line up has just became more stacked with Locash on the bill! Lucas and Brust have a … Continue reading LOCASH JOIN TIM MCGRAW AND FAITH HILL’S SOUL2SOUL TOUR THIS WEEKEND

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MARK CHESNUTT PRESENTED FIRST EVER TRAILBLAZER AWARD AT THE 2017 TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

On Thursday, September 28th, multi- platinum selling country artist and Texas native, Mark Chesnutt, was presented the first ever Trailblazer Award along with a Thank You Plaque for serving as a Spoken-person for the Texas Country Music Association (TCMA) at their 2017 awards ceremony. Though Chesnutt was unable to attend due to an unexpected illness, his good friend and co-writer Roger Springer accepted the award … Continue reading MARK CHESNUTT PRESENTED FIRST EVER TRAILBLAZER AWARD AT THE 2017 TEXAS COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

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Live On Forever Tour featuring The Afters, Jason Gray, and David Dunn

Last night, September 17th 2017; the Live on Forever Tour rolled through Danville, Kentucky at The Showroom for a night of awareness and worship. This action packed tour consist of new comer David Dunn, Jason Gray, and headlining- The Afters. This marks the third show on this brand new tour with 15 more stops on its impressive 18 show tour. David Dunn kicks off the … Continue reading Live On Forever Tour featuring The Afters, Jason Gray, and David Dunn

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Denny Laine Wows Fans at The Open Chord in Knoxville Tennessee

Grammy award winner Denny Laine, Original Member of the band The Moody Blues and whom was also founding member of the band Wings With Sir Paul McCartney played a show at the Open Chord All Things Music Venue in Knoxville Tennessee on September 14, 2017. The Open Chord is many things. Its a Music School, a Music Store, and a Live Music venue. With music … Continue reading Denny Laine Wows Fans at The Open Chord in Knoxville Tennessee

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Jim Brown releases single “Honky-Tonk Woman”

Singer songwriter Jim Brown releases his latest single, “Honky-Tonk Women”. A tale of a man charmed by a local waitress at his favorite tavern. Jim co-wrote this single with Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member Jerry Chesnut. Jerry had also wrote memorable songs such as (George Jones – “A Good Year for the Roses,” Johnny Cash – “Oney,” Elvis Presley – “T-R-O-U-B-L-E,”).  This song is … Continue reading Jim Brown releases single “Honky-Tonk Woman”

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