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Average Joes’ recording artists, The LACS, have teamed with 18-month touring mates, Hard Target, to form a new band, Racket County, to be distributed by Average Joes Entertainment under The LACS’ newly formed Barn Burner Records imprint. Racket County’s debut album, “Welcome to Dodge City,” is the first release under the new distribution deal and is scheduled for August 5. The first single, “Sunday,” coming soon to iTunes. Continue Reading →
Celebrating love and pride in America, Average Joes Entertainment is pleased to make available, “We Salute You,” a free six-song download in commemoration of Patriot’s Week, September 7-11, 2015. “We Salute You,” features songs from such country artists as Montgomery Gentry, Colt Ford, Gunnar & the Grizzly Boys, Charlie Farley, Moccasin Creek and Danny Boone. To download “We Salute You,” click here.
“We chose the period between Labor Day and the Anniversary of 9/11 for this giveaway as a small token of thanks to all hard-working people, and for those who serve our great country.” said Tony Morreale, VP Marketing/Promotion at Average Joes. “We’re glad to be able to share some great music.”
The free six-song download includes these songs:
1. Montgomery Gentry – “Damn Right I Am;” A prideful song about where you’re from and what you’re thankful for featured on the duo’s “Rebels on the Run” album released on Average Joes Entertainment.
2. Colt Ford – “Answer to No One f/JJ Lawhorn;” From the #1 Billboard Album, “Declaration of Independence,” this song promotes such family values as God, work, family and country.
3. Danny Boone – “1965;” A heartfelt tribute to Danny Boone’s father, a Vietnam Vet, who lived a life of service.
4. Moccasin Creek – “Old Glory;” A tribute to heroes everywhere who sacrifice for our freedom.
5. Gunnar & the Grizzly Boys – “Standard American;” This blue-collar anthem is an honest snapshot of four hard-working people who are the true backbone of America.
6. Charlie Farley – “All I’ve Been Through;” The title track to Charlie’s upcoming album, this song chronicles Farley’s trails and tribulations, and encourages understanding of ones self. Get it now! This sneak peek from the new album will only be available Sept. 7-11.
About Average Joes Entertainment
Average Joes Entertainment, an Atlanta and Nashville-based entertainment company, launched with flagship artist Colt Ford in the fourth quarter of 2008. By the middle of 2011, AJE had achieved over 7 million Sales (physical and digital). Average Joes Entertainment has grown into a powerhouse indie label/entertainment company whose roster of artists includes Colt Ford, Bubba Sparxxx, The LACS, Lenny Cooper, Sarah Ross, Demun Jones, Moccasin Creek, Trailer Choir, Moonshine Bandits, Charlie Farley, Twang and Round, Cypress Spring, I4NI and the popular Mud Digger Series. In addition, the company recently partnered with the extreme off-road Mega Truck Race Series which provides exciting family race events coupled with a live music festival.
Average Joes’ recording artist, Sarah Ross, has been selected for CMT’s “New Artist Discovery” campaign. Ross’ new video, “You’re No Good,” will be launching in this week’s new rotation of CMT Artist Discovery videos on CMT Pure Country and CMT digital outlets. Simultaneously, Sirius/XM has added “You’re No Good,” to The Highway’s popular “On The Horizon” playlist.
For the third consecutive year, Average Joes Entertainment’s, Colt Ford, will host his annual “Colt Ford & Friends Celebrity Golf Classic” September 15, 2014 at Chåteau Elan Winery & Resort in Atlanta, Georgia. An All-Star Jam, open to the public, will follow that evening at Wild Bill’s in Atlanta at 8pm. Both events will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® and the newly established “Colt Ford Foundation.” Tickets to the All-Star Jam are available here.
Wild Wing Café has teamed up with Average Joes Entertainment country artist, Demun Jones, to promote his new album “Jones County,” which released June 10. Wild Wing Café is spotlighting Jones as the Featured Artist on its website, listing his songs “Tannerite” and “Country Fried” on the site’s music player, and placing his custom coasters in each of its 33 stores in seven southeastern states. Continue Reading →
CMT and Average Joes Entertainment invite fans to party with Colt Ford and friends live from Center Stage in downtown Nashville from 10:30-12:00 midnight CT, Thursday, February 28, 2013, at an exclusive 90-minute live stream event at www.coltpartylive.cmt.com, CMT’s official Facebook page or CMT.com via mobile devices. The event, taking place during Nashville’s annual Country Radio Seminar (CRS), is emceed by CMT’s SVP of Music Strategy Leslie Fram and will feature exclusive performances by Montgomery Gentry, Colt Ford, JB and the Moonshine Band, The LACS, JJ Lawhorn, LoCash Cowboys and Colt Ford. The FREE, 21+ event is open to the public for the first 250 people and all CRS attendees.
“CMT is committed to showcasing the latest and greatest country music to our fans, on multiple screens,” said Leslie Fram, SVP of Music Strategy, CMT. “Everyone in Nashville knows what a party CRS is, so the live stream with Average Joes’ dynamic roster is the perfect chance to pull back the curtain.”
Average Joes Entertainment’s first holiday collection, An Average Joes Muddy Christmas, part of the Mud Digger album series, is now available at Walmart, Best Buy, FYE and all online retail outlets for $9.99. An Average Joes Muddy Christmas was produced by the label’s own Shannon “Fat Shann” Houchins and features holiday classics and original songs from Average Joes’ artists including Colt Ford, The LACS, Montgomery Gentry, as well as John Anderson and more.
From Colt Ford’s, “Home For Christmas,” a song from Colt’s heart about slowing down and being thankful for family & friends, to The LACS’ lighthearted “Santa in a 4-Wheel Drive,” which finds Santa’s sleigh slingin’ in the Mud, to the timeless classic, “Do You Hear What I Hear,” by Josh Gracin, “An Average Joes Muddy Christmas” offers a diverse collection of holiday songs.
