Archive | November, 2013

Scotty McCreery Delivers Second Consecutive No. 1 Billboard Debut With “See You Tonight”

Scotty McCreeryCountry star Scotty McCreery delivers his second consecutive No. 1 Billboard debut with his latest album, See You Tonight (Mercury Nashville / 19 / Interscope Records).  With more than 52,000 units sold the first week, McCreery lands at the top of the Billboard Country Albums chart and No. 6 on the Top 200.  The sophomore album from the platinum-selling artist, produced by Mark Bright and Frank Rogers, features five songs co-written by McCreery, including the current single and title track, “See You Tonight.” Continue Reading →

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Mayor Karl Dean and Country Music Stars Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches Honor Music Teachers at NAfME’s National In-Service

Left to right: Sarah Zimmermann, Justin Davis, Casey James, and Sarah Darling Credit: Randi Radcliff

Left to right: Sarah Zimmermann, Justin Davis, Casey James, and Sarah Darling
Credit: Randi Radcliff

On Sunday, Oct. 27, country music stars Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches and the city of Nashville honored music teachers nationwide for all they do to support quality music education in schools during a special concert at the Grand Ole Opry House. The concert kicked off the National Association for Music Education’s (NAfME) 2013 National In-Service Conference, which is being held now through Oct. 30 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Nashville Mayor Karl Dean welcomed the packed house of over 3,500 concert attendees saying, “I think it’s pretty clear that a quality arts education and in particular, a quality music education, is a key component to a well-rounded, successful education program. Arts education is not a frill, it is not optional — not if we are going to give our students the tools they need to live rich and rewarding lives.” Continue Reading →

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The Noise Beneath The Apple Event At McKay Books On November 17th

The Noise Beneath The AppleMusic Journalist Heather Jacks has released her limited edition art book, The Noise Beneath The Apple®, an in-depth look at New York City’s street performance culture, and now she is set to hold an event celebrating the release in Nashville. The Noise Beneath The Apple® event will be held at McKay Books on November 17th at 3pm. Performing live during the McKay event will be The Noise Beneath The Apple® featured artist, and current Nashville group, The Jason Adamo Band. Continue Reading →

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