Multi-faceted entertainer Kix Brooks is set to appear on this weekend’s edition of CBS Evening News tonight (11/21) at 5:30P CST, as well as CBS News Sunday Morning on Nov. 23 at 8:00A CST. As part of their “On The Road” feature, award-winning correspondent Steve Hartman sits down with Brooks to discuss trends in Country Music as well as highlight his role as host of the internationally syndicated radio show American Country Countdown.
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Catch Kix Brooks on CBS Evening News & Sunday Morning!
Old Dominion Celebrates New Music With Fervent Nashville Audience
“One of country’s hottest buzz bands” (Taste of Country), newcomersOld Dominion lit up the stage to a packed house at Nashville’s Mercy Lounge on Wednesday, Nov. 19 to celebrate the release of their self-titled debut EP (Oct. 7 digital release; ReeSmack/Thirty Tigers), produced by critically-acclaimed writer and producer Shane McAnally. The release party, presented by WSIX, was hosted by radio personality Cody Alan and celebrated new music as well as their versions of hits they have collectively penned for other artists like Dierks Bentley, Craig Morgan and The Band Perry. Their EP is available for purchase on iTunes here.
SAM HUNT TO DEBUT NEW SINGLE “TAKE YOUR TIME” ON LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN NOV. 24
MCA Nashville’s Sam Hunt returns to late night TV Monday night to perform his brand new single, “Take Your Time,” on CBS’ Late Show with David Letterman. “Take Your Time” is the follow-up single to Hunt’s Platinum-selling No. 1 smash, “Leave the Night On.” Both tracks are featured on Hunt’s album, MONTEVALLO, the No. 1 and best-selling country debut album since 2011.
Four New Front and Center/CMA Songwriters Series Show Tapings Announced – Tickets Available Tomorrow
The critically-acclaimed concert series “Front and Center” and the Country Music Association have teamed up to present four all-new CMA Songwriters Series episodes set to air as part of “Front and Center’s” Spring season on public television (check local listings).
Bally’s Las Vegas Showgirls Took Over Nashville To Celebrate this Weekend’s Grand Opening of Harrah’s Metropolis
Photo credit: Bev Moser/Moments by Moser
Harrah’s Metropolis Casino and Hotel hosts its Grand Opening this weekend (November 19-23) to celebrate the long-anticipated relocation of its casino along with the unveiling of its new restaurant, lounge, live entertainment stage and three new bars. The grand opening festivities will include a full music/ entertainment lineup, special offers and promotions. The multi-platinum country group, Lonestar, will headline the celebration on Saturday, November 22. To celebrate the Grand Opening of Harrah’s Metropolis, authentic Las Vegas showgirls from Jubilee at Bally’s Las Vegas hit the streets in Nashville with a bit of feathers, rhinestones and Sin City flare.
CHASE BRYANT’S “TAKE IT ON BACK” SOARS INTO TOP 15/ CMT HOT 20 COUNTDOWN PERFORMANCE PREMIERE
RED BOW RECORDS artist Chase Bryant soared into the Top 15 at Country Radio this week with his debut single “Take It On Back.”
KIX BROOKS NAMED FIRST RECIPIENT OF THE CMA FOUNDATION HUMANITARIAN AWARD
Kix Brooks was named the first recipient of the CMA Foundation Humanitarian Award. Pictured l-r: Jon Loba, Vice Chair of the CMA Awards and Recognition Committee; Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer; Brooks; Frank Bumstead, CMA President of the Board; and Joe Galante, Chairman of the CMA Foundation Board.
Photo Credit: CMA / Caitlin Harris
Acclaimed artist, radio personality, entrepreneur, and esteemed member of the CMA Board of Directors Kix Brooks was named the first recipient of the CMA Foundation Humanitarian Award. The Award will be presented at an event in January, 2015.
MAN AGAINST MACHINE DEBUTS #1 ON BILLBOARD COUNTRY CHARTS
Singer/songwriter Garth Brooks’ first album of new material in 13 years, Man Against Machine, today topped the Billboard Country Chart, marking the artist’s 14th #1 Album debut and his fourth consecutive #1 album debut, dating back to his 2001 release Scarecrow.
Tin Pan South 2015 Dates Announced
The Nashville Songwriters Association International(NSAI) has announced March 24-28, 2015 as the dates for the 23rd Annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival. The ever-popular event presents hit songwriters from all genres of music performing at a variety of intimate Nashville night spots.Regions Bank returns for the eighth year as the presenting sponsor of the event. Continue Reading →
LUCY ANGEL DEBUTS ON SIRIUSXM THE HIGHWAY WITH RELEASE OF NEW SINGLE “CRAZY TOO”
Country music’s most buzzed about emerging trio, Lucy Angel, will debut as a Highway Findwith new single “Crazy Too” on SiriusXM’s The Highway today. The upbeat and infectious tune from their forthcoming self-titled album appeals especially to women with its relatable and lighthearted lyrics. “Crazy Too” is now available for download viaiTunes, Amazon and Google Play.
