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DARYL MOSLEY ‘Small Town Dreamer’ ALBUM REVIEW

If you’re a little-village type with a case of the big-city blues, bluegrass veteran Daryl Mosley (The Farm Hands, New Tradition, Osborne Brothers) provides the antidote with the stunning Small Town Dreamer. On his second solo outing, Waverly, Tenn., native Mosley offers up 12 original tunes that are concise short stories in the tradition of Flannery O’Connor and Raymond Carver. On each track Mosley paints a picture … Continue reading DARYL MOSLEY ‘Small Town Dreamer’ ALBUM REVIEW

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AMERICAN BLONDE’s New “Quicksand” Video Uses Natural World To Captivate 

American Blonde’s music video, “Quicksand,” offers fans mesmerizing viewing. While the focus is on the natural beauty of Nata and Tinka Morris – the siblings who are American Blonde – videographer Ryan Slattery (Jackson Gillies, Rachel Ross, DJ Unieq) deftly crafts a magical world using powerful contrasts between dappled sunlight and dark, “evil” woods, open fields and confining trails, and by alternating spatial separation and intimacy between … Continue reading AMERICAN BLONDE’s New “Quicksand” Video Uses Natural World To Captivate 

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Kicking That Classic Rock – Mark C Daniel “Sign Za Life”

“This was the last song we recorded in this session and the first take of it. Mickey Curry – Drums(the Cult, Bryan Adams, Alice Cooper) felt like adding a few John Bonham-‘esque punches in the Verses. It created an interesting dynamic and added a “Zeppelin Feel.” We are all huge Classic Rock fans so it felt great. I let the electric energy of the live room … Continue reading Kicking That Classic Rock – Mark C Daniel “Sign Za Life”

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Skillet with Adelita’s Way and Eva Under Fire at the NorVa in Norfolk, Virginia

By Glenn Woodell Skillet always draws an exuberant crowd and this show was no different as it was near-capacity at the NorVa this evening. Hard rockers, Adelita’s Way, who had been to the Hampton Roads area back in May, was back in front of some familiar faces as an opener. New to the area was the female-fronted Eva Under Fire – think Evanescence turned up … Continue reading Skillet with Adelita’s Way and Eva Under Fire at the NorVa in Norfolk, Virginia

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American Idol Alum Alex Miller Makes Billy Jam Records Debut With “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya”

TEXAS ROADHOUSE™ October Artist of the Month Spotlight Puts American Idol Alum On Restaurant’s 650+ Jukeboxes  American Idol alum Alex Millermakes his Billy Jam Records debut today with “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya,” a fast-paced Western Swing tune that tastemaker Duncan Warwick of Country Music People calls “a guaranteed good time.” The track will spin on over 650 jukeboxes at popular restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse as Miller is chosen as the brand’s October Artist of … Continue reading American Idol Alum Alex Miller Makes Billy Jam Records Debut With “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya”

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ALAN JACKSON REVEALS DEGENERATIVE NERVE DISORDER IN INTERVIEW

Country music superstar Alan Jackson has revealed he is living with a degenerative nerve condition that is impacting his ability to tour and perform. In an exclusive interview with Jenna Bush Hager on NBC’s Today, Jackson went public with the news that he has inherited a rare condition known as “CMT” (Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disorder). “I’ve been reluctant to talk about this publicly and to my fans, but I have this neuropathy … Continue reading ALAN JACKSON REVEALS DEGENERATIVE NERVE DISORDER IN INTERVIEW

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TAYLOR RAE  -‘Mad Twenties’ Album Review

What an introduction–Austin-based singer-songwriter Taylor Rae’s first album is a tantalizing blend of thoughtful, expressive lyrics riding over a wide range of Americana styles. This collection of 12 original tunes runs the gamut from introspective balladry to greasy R&B, all detailing Rae’s current turbulent decade—her “mad twenties.”  The first single, “Fixer Upper,” glides along in a relaxed languid groove that recalls Norah Jones, with wry … Continue reading TAYLOR RAE  -‘Mad Twenties’ Album Review

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Nashville’s Next Big Thing – Country Music Singer Songwriter BRAD HARDIN Q&A

Country music had stood the test of time and has produced a plethora of legends like Hank Williams, Don Williams, George Jones. Superstars like Eric Church, Jason Aldean, and Luke Combs have been the recent craze in Nashville with their unique style that stays true to country music. As the door swings from one generation to the next we have our rising stars who pay … Continue reading Nashville’s Next Big Thing – Country Music Singer Songwriter BRAD HARDIN Q&A

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American Idol alum Alex Miller signs with Billy Jam Records

American Idol alum Alex Miller has signed an exclusive recording contract with Nashville-based Billy Jam Records. The “True Country” singer/songwriter’s first single for the imprint, “Don’t Let The Barn Door Hit Ya,” was produced by Jerry Salley and will be released soon. http://www.alexmillercountry.com  Stay social: Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube TikTok ABOUT ALEX: Launched to global audiences during American Idol, Season 19, this Kentucky-born singer/songwriter still finds time … Continue reading American Idol alum Alex Miller signs with Billy Jam Records

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Daryl Mosley’s SMALL TOWN DREAMER Album Is Set For November 5 Release 

Two-time Songwriter of the Yearrecipient Daryl Mosley releases SMALL TOWN DREAMER November 5 on Pinecastle Records. The collection includes 12 new tracks, all spotlighting the Waverly, Tennessee native’s small town roots and humble upbringing. The record was co-produced by Mosley and The Grascals’ Danny Roberts. Fans can pre-save now.  The first taste of SMALL TOWN DREAMER came via the lead single “Transistor Radio.” Written by Mosley and critically-acclaimed hitmaker Rick Lang, the recording pays homage to … Continue reading Daryl Mosley’s SMALL TOWN DREAMER Album Is Set For November 5 Release 

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