Archive | February, 2013

Album Review: Maggie Rose’s ‘Cut To Impress’

By on February 25, 2013 in Album & Song Reviews

Just received an advance copy of Maggie Rose’s debut album on RPM Entertainment entitled ‘Cut To Impress‘ produced by Blake Chancey, Stephony Smith, and James Stroud.  The most recent single “I Ain’t Your Mama” (a playful, mid-tempo, female anthem) was released earlier this year to country radio and had some success by landing in the top 30.  I had hoped it would climb higher for this extremely-talented artist whose career I have followed since she went by Margaret Durante about a year and a half ago when she underwent a bit of an image revamp taking her from the blondish/brown longhaired “girl next door” to the short, playful platinum blonde bombshell image of the “girl next door” gone slightly bad (although, just between you and I, she’s not really bad at all, but a real sweetheart) and all grown up.  Just a fun image revamp to relaunch her as an artist; showing some growth and branding as an artist.  Yes, I said branding because as an artist they are also a brand.    Continue Reading →

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Florida Georgia Line Premier Video for “Get Your Shine On”

By on February 25, 2013 in In The Press

Hot Country duo Florida Georgia Line have premiered their brand new video for “Get Your Shine On” today!

The exclusive VEVO debut was directed by Declan Whitebloom and shot on the white sandy beaches of Cancun, Mexico and features exciting scenes from the Hard Rock Hotel Cancun property. From dawn until dusk every day, the newcomers proved their love for all things aquatic from racing jet skis to filming underwater. The guys and their crew made a few “new friends” during a little lucha libre. The team also survived a flat tire on a deserted road while making their way to Tulum.

Florida Georgia Line Sell Out Shows Nationwide

The follow-up to FGL’s Double Platinum, multi-week #1 smash “Cruise” is poised for similar success. “Get Your Shine On” has sold over 300,000 copies to date and is already a Top 20 hit. Both are featured on their Republic Nashville debut album, “Here’s To The Good Times,” which earned the highest debut album sales of 2012 for a new Country artist.

For more on FGL, visit FloridaGeorgiaLine.com.

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Nashville Gears Up For Country Radio Seminar 2013

By on February 25, 2013 in Special Events, The Latest

World’s Largest Country Radio Event Packed with Talent, Education, and Networking Opportunities

CRS 2013

Country Radio Seminar 2013 is set to kick off on Wednesday, Feb. 27th at the Nashville Convention Center.

This year’s event includes more than 20 panels, exhibits and educational presentations, as well as featured speakers and panelists from all areas of the radio and records industry.

Known as the biggest Country radio event in the world, the seminar continues to grow with a cutting edge agenda, with a number of networking opportunities and performances from some of the biggest stars in the format.

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Brad Paisley’s “Beat This Summer” Arriving At Radio TODAY

By on February 25, 2013 in In The Press

Brad Paisley, Wheelhouse

Country superstar Brad Paisley confirms that “Beat This Summer” is the next single from his forthcoming Wheelhouse album. Arriving at country radio on TODAY (Monday, February 25), this follow-up to his #1 hit, “Southern Comfort Zone,” was co-written by Paisley, Chris DuBois and Luke Laird.

Brad Paisley Confirms Track Listing And Album Art For “Wheelhouse”

“This song is about that feeling we’ve all had at some point in our lives – when you’re young, you’ve fallen in love, maybe you’re on the beach or working near the boardwalk,” explains Paisley. “You’re thinking there may never be a summer to compare.”

“Beat This Summer” was produced by Brad Paisley, as were all the songs on his 8th studio album. Fans can preorder Wheelhouse and Wheelhouse (Deluxe Version) now on Amazon at http://smarturl.it/amazonwheelhouse.

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Jaida Dreyer Streams New Single “Half Broke Horses”

By on February 25, 2013 in Artists to Watch, In The Press

Jaida Dreyer

Country singer-songwriter and Streamsound Records recording artist Jaida Dreyer is set to release her debut album, I Am Jaida Dreyer, on February 26th. The album will be available on all major digital retailers, including iTunes and Amazon. The single, “Half Broke Horses,” is streaming now on Jaida’s YouTube.

The breakout release features 10 original songs written or co-written by the singer and is produced by Grammy award-winning record producer Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Sugarland). The album features a special guest appearance by Sugarland’s Kristian Bush on the track, “Boy Who Cried Love,” which she also co-wrote.

Country Artist Jaida Dreyer To Release Debut Album, “I Am Jaida Dreyer,” Feb. 26

“Jaida’s music is so personal and authentic,” said Gallimore. “Not only is Jaida a great performer, but she is also a gifted writer and musician. Her charisma and soul completely shine right through on this album.”

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Easton Corbin Debuts Music Video For “All Over The Road”

By on February 25, 2013 in In The Press

Easton Corbin debuted the music video for his latest single, “All Over the Road,” on Friday (February 22nd). In the clip, he’s taken “hostage” after the convenience store he works at is robbed by a devilishly attractive female, who seems to want more than just cash. Watch it below:

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Jason Aldean’s “Night Train Tour” Rolls Into A Sold Out 1st Weekend

By on February 22, 2013 in In The Press

New Cutting Edge Production and More No. One Hits Amp Up The 25-City Run

Jason Aldean, Night Train TourACM Entertainer of the Year nominee Jason Aldean is gearing up for his biggest tour to date, and one of the most anticipated of this year, as 19 buses and trucks and over 100 band and crewmembers roll into Bossier City, LA tonight for the first show of the 2013 Night Train Tour‘s sold out run. Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett are set to open the tour that has already sold over 350,000 tickets for the first dates.

“We’ve been down in Tupelo, MS the last week or so getting ready,” said Aldean. “It’s like Christmas with all the new toys we’ve got on stage…I don’t even understand how my crew makes all this happen night after night, but it’s awesome. I’m pumped about the new songs we’ve added to the set, and everything just feels fresh and exciting. I wasn’t sure how we would top the My Kinda Party tour, but I feel pretty certain we’ve done it.”

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Florida Georgia Line Sell Out Shows Nationwide

By on February 22, 2013 in In The Press

Florida Georgia Line

Republic Nashville’s rising country duo Florida Georgia Line is proving to be a red-hot concert ticket! The newcomers’ upcoming headlining shows are selling-out in lightning speed – less than one day – across the country. FGL is one of the fastest-selling acts for Ram’s Head in Baltimore, MD; Myth in Minneapolis, MN; Georgia Theatre in Athens, GA; Grizzly Rose in Denver, CO; Washington State University in Pullman, WA and Granada Theatre in Lawrence, KS. The recognition places them in a select group of artists such as Beastie Boys, Jay-Z, Motley Crue, Fall Out Boy, Smashing Pumpkins, who have set venue sales records. Adding to the good times, the duo’s multi-week #1 debut single “Cruise” has officially been certified DOUBLE PLATINUM by the RIAA for selling over 2 million copies.

“We are completely blown away by all of the support from our fans and Country radio,” says FGL’s Brian Kelley (Ormond Beach, Florida). “We dreamed about selling one million songs back when we first started playing together and to have now sold two million is so surreal.”

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Kristen Kelly’s “He Loves To Make Me Cry” Makes Strong Radio Debut

By on February 22, 2013 in In The Press

New York Times Among Rave Reviews Of Singer-Songwriter’s New Single

Kristen Kelly, He Loves to Make Me CryWith 30 initial adds, Arista Nashville’s Kristen Kelly makes a powerful showing with her new single, “He Love To Make Me Cry,” as it impacts country radio this week. Co-penned by Kelly, Paul Overstreet and Even Stevens, this sexy and soulful song is the Texas-born singer-songwriter’s follow-up to her debut single, “Ex-Old Man.”

The following are early reviews from music critics with high praise of Kelly’s romantic song:

“Some singers get by on the strength of their attitude, some on the strength of their songwriting and some on the strength of their voice. Kristen Kelly…has plenty of the first two, but it’s the third that sets her apart. That’s especially true on ‘He Loves to Make Me Cry, which is one earthy howl after another, a striking disruption to mainstream country’s emphasis on precision and linearity.”
– New York Times
, Jon Caramanica

“Kelly wails it for all it’s worth and stakes her claim as a newcomer to watch. Essential listening.”
– MusicRow
, Robert K. Oermann

“This is a performance to marvel. It’s not just the power in the Texan’s voice, it’s that she doesn’t sound like another singer in Nashville. You’ll forget what you were doing for three minutes with every listen. These lyrics could steam up an igloo…There’s a fine line between sensual and Cinemax, and Kelly doesn’t cross it. If she can follow up this song with more powerful and original recordings, look for her to be quickly grouped with women named Underwood and McBride in conversations about the top female voices in country music”.
– Taste of Country
, Billy Dukes

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Tyler Farr Goes “Redneck Crazy”

By on February 21, 2013 in In The Press

Tyler Farr

With his new single “Redneck Crazy” now at radio, Columbia Nashville newcomer Tyler Farr has witnessed many ‘redneck crazy’ moments in his years on the road. He spent his teenage years, side stage at George Jones concerts watching his step-dad play guitar for the country legend and more recently, playing over 200 shows opening for Colt Ford.

“Yeah man, I saw just about everything you can imagine on the road and a jealous boyfriend or girlfriend was at the root of a lot of them,” said Tyler. “I’ve been there myself too but luckily the Yankee candle flying through the air didn’t hit me in the head,” he laughed. “This thing called love makes people nuts and makes you go ‘redneck crazy.’ So when I heard this song, I knew instantly I wanted to record it.” The song was written by Josh Kear, Mark Irwin and Chris Tompkins. Purchase the single here: http://smarturl.it/redneckcrazy.

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