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Third Annual Adam Sanders’ “90’s Night” Benefiting The T.J. Martell Foundation A Rousing Success

By on July 31, 2018 in Music, Special Events, The Latest

Shenandoah & friends who performed that evening close out the night on stage together.

Big Yellow Dog Music’s hit singer/songwriter, Adam Sanders, who has hosted two previous “90’s Night” sold out shows, brought us another special edition hosted by CMT’s Cody Allen & Katie Cook and again proceeds benefiting the T.J. Martell Foundation.

Held on July 23rd at Marathon Music Works near downtown Nashville, another huge crowd gathered to hear some of today’s country artists perform some of their favorite 90’s country hits and being joined onstage by the original artist/s who sang the hit song.  It was a night celebrating one of the greatest decades of country music.

Adam Sanders, who grew up listening to and was influenced to pursue this career by the songs and artists in the 90’s, originated what has become the hottest ticket in town with his annual “90’s NIGHT” concerts.

This 3rd annual “90s NIGHT” was co-hosted by CMT’s Cody Alan and Katie Cook, featuring Adam Sanders with his friends: Brothers Osborne, Carly Pearce, Easton Corbin, Lucie Silvas, and Travis Denning. They performed some of their favorite hits from the 90’s and the influence this decade in country music has had on them.

Some of my favorite moments were Carly Pearce and Deana Carter singing “Strawberry Wine”, Brothers Osborne and Tracy Lawrence singing “Time Marches On“, Easton Corbin, Travis Denning, and Adam Sanders with “Red Dirt Road” by Brooks & Dunn, and Easton Corbin and Doug Stone singing “Why Didn’t I Think Of That”.  

The best moment was a surprise performance by Shenandoah who performed with almost the entire group of artists to close out the evening with one of their biggest hits.

Such an incredibly-fun night that I hope they do again.  Can’t wait to see it on tv! A great night had by all for a great cause! CMT’s flagship music show Hot 20 Countdown will host its three hour show from this special edition “90’s NIGHT” and the episode will air August 4 and 5 at 9 am ET/8 am CT on CMT.

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Cledus T. Judd Is Baaaaaack!

By on July 23, 2018 in In The Press

Six years after hanging up his overalls, Cledus T. Judd is “strate outta retarment” and funnier than ever with “My Weight’s Goin’ Up Down,” a parody of Morgan Wallen’s #1 Country single “Up Down” featuring Florida Georgia Line. A 15-second sneak peak of the video garnered over 15,000 views in a matter of minutes, and the full clip will premiere on CMT Music and CMT.com on Friday, July 27, 2018.

 

The clip pulls no punches in the weight-loss world, and nutrition is reserved strictly for the kids. Cledus scarfs down fried chicken, hot dogs, burgers, ice cream, sweet tea and more, while the kids are forced to eat mystery health food. He saved on casting enlisting the same kids – including his daughter – to star in several scenes.

 

The video will begin airing on numerous outlets beginning Saturday, July 28, and the “My Weight’s Goin’ Up Down” is currently available at iTunes, Spotify, Amazonand all download and streaming services.

 

Country Music’s master of parodies walked away from writing, touring and releasing music in 2012. His successful career included nine studio albums, two EPs and no less than 25 music videos. No one was immune to his wit, sarcasm and often self-deprecating humor on songs like “I Love NASCAR,” “My Cellmate Thinks I’m Sexy,” “Did I Shave My Back For This?” and celebs such as Toby Keith, Shania Twain, Trace Adkins, Joe Diffie, Dena Carter and Montgomery Gentry starred in his videos. He toured with the likes of Brooks & Dunn, Brad Paisley, Trace Adkins, Toby Keith and others.

 

 

The life of stardom had a downside for Cledus, as constant partying led to drug addiction. He credits the birth of his daughter, now 14, for leading him to a clean life and a dedication to spending more time with his family. His self-imposed exile began a process of healing. He kept a hand in the business as a co-host of the WTCR morning radio show out of Huntington, West Virginia.

 

“I left Nashville behind,” said Cledus.“I focused mostly on my daughter and my morning radio show,but after I would get off in the mornings my daughter would be at school I became bored. I’m a creative soul and there was nothing to feed it. I tried to find any kind of work I could after my show,”he recounts. “I’d buy and remodel dilapidated houses. Then, when I came home, covered in dirt and soot, coughing up coal, I’d think, ‘Man if Kix and Ronnie could see me now!”

 

A year or so ago Ray Stevens asked him to open for him one night in Renfro Valley, Kentucky. “Ray is my idol, so I did it,” Cledus says. After his set, the whole room -over 1500 people – gave him a standing ovation. When he got off the stage, Ray asked him why he retired. He said, “Well, Ray, I just didn’t feel like I had much relevance anymore.” Then Ray said, “Well, 1500 fans just stood up for you out there. I think you’re relevant.”

 

Encouragement from his daughter helped make the decision to jump back into music. “Dad, if you’re gonna go stand on the back of a hay truck and sing funny songs to make money, I would rather you stay home and be with me. But if you’re going to change people’s lives, I’ll be waiting for you when you get home.

 

“Besides,” she added, “we’re sick of watching your old YouTube videos. Go out and make some new ones, and besides I’ll need a Ferrari in a few years.”

 

Cledus headed back to Nashville to write songs, both serious and humorous. Brantley Gilbert picked up one of them, “Three Feet Of Water,” for his 2017 album The Devil Don’t Sleep.

 

Friends cheered him on. Fans flooded his Facebook with their approval. Old and new have welcomed him back. An email to Cledus from CMT’s Leslie Fram speaking for them all: “YOU ARE BACK! I love it. You are a genius!”

 

Yes, Cledus T. Judd — playful satirist, unforgettable entertainer, skillful writer — is back. But he’s changed too.

 

“It’s the same old Cledus on the outside,” he guarantees. “But the same old Cledus don’t exist no more on the inside. I’ve been loaded with money and I’ve been broke. I’ve been suicidal and I’ve been happy. I’ve been all of those things, and I’m not ashamed of any of it because I know I ain’t the only one. So things are different this time around. The fans changed my life the first go around so I made a promise to God that this go around I would try and change theirs. Give them hope and ease their troubles for awhile. Make ‘em laugh make ‘em cry, make ‘em feel good about their own life for a few hours. Come on out to one of my shows, and I might pull up a chair with you. We’ll talk, we’ll hang out, we’ll share stories but most importantly we will laugh!I want to touch peoples’ lives for the better. That’s the sole reason for my return. I have a beautiful family and home like I never dreamed of, but nothing compares to the joy I get from sharing my journey!”

 

 

Keep up with Cledus at:

https://www.facebook.com/CledusT/

https://twitter.com/cledustjudd

https://www.instagram.com/cledustjudd/

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Newly-Signed Rachel Wammack Stuns Crowd At First Showcase

By on July 15, 2018 in A Closer Look @, Artists to Watch, Music, The Latest

On Thursday, July 12th, I had the pleasure of attending the first showcase of one of Sony Nashville/RCA Records’ newest artists, Rachel Wammack.  

Held at the beautiful, vibey Analog at Hutton Hotel near downtown Nashville with a standing room only crowd, Wammack along with her newly-formed band, played a 30 minute set to a enthusiastic, appreciative crowd.  The young singer/songwriter hails from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, a town known for and deeply-rooted in a rich musical history with what has come to be known as the “Muscle Shoals Sound”.

Rachel Wammack is a beautiful blonde who puts me in mind of Carrie Underwood when just starting out, filling that void for Sony left by Underwood when she signed with with UMG Nashville last year after being with them since the start of her career.

Those are not easy shoes to fill and to be fair, she was discovered by Sony several years ago at the age of 17 in her hometown, long before Carrie Underwood departed her longtime label.  The now 23-year old Rachel Wammack, who is one of the newest additions to the label, seems poised and ready to lend her powerful voice to country music as she etches out her own nitche within the industry.  She brings with her a youthful exuberance, a sweet, southern disposition, and a subtle soulful sound behind her powerful vocals as she emotes from the stage seemingly feeling every lyric along with being a highly-skilled keyboardist/pianist.

The most poignant moment during the showcase that stuck out for me was when she talked about her song, “My Boyfriend Doesn’t Speak For Me Anymore”, as she asked the women in the audience how many of them had experienced a “suffocating relationship” and consequently gotten out of it finding their own voice again.  It is an emotional, empowering song that will resonate with many women who have dealt with the same scenario that is far too commonplace in our society.

I look forward to hearing more from Wammack as she just released her first single, “Damage”, off her debut self-titled EP available here to country radio.  I know there is much in-store for this talented singer/songwriter, and I can’t wait to see where it all takes her.

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Eric Dodd Releases New Single “The Reason” During CMA Fest

By on June 15, 2018 in In The Press
Artist/songwriter Eric Dodd’s feel-good lyrics spilled over to a feel-good week for the Georgia native as he released his new single “The Reason” during CMA Fest in Nashville. Listen here.

 

“’The Reason’ is my real-life commitment song,” said Dodd. “It’s about looking over the edge, taking that leap, and realizing later it’s the best thing you ever did. I hope people listen to this song and think about giving all they have to their significant other and doing it unconditionally. I believe it’s more than just a love song; it’s a life song.”  

 

“The Reason” has already been added to playlists for Amazon Music (Introducing Country) and Apple Music’s Breaking Country and Cool Country. Dodd co-wrote “The Reason” with Michael Whitworth and Dan Fernandez, who also produced the track. Wide Open Country premiered the song on Thursday, June 7 calling it “heartfelt” and “anthemic.”

Eric Dodd has a little fun with fans during CMA Fest while taping a package for Center Stage Magazine.
Photo Credit Jami Fugate

“With a smooth, southern-tinged vocal, atmospheric guitars and clap-along drums, ‘The Reason’ doesn’t feel too far from tunes like Billy Currington’s No. 1 single “It Don’t Hurt Like It Used To,” opined Wide Open Country writer Jeremy Burchard.

 

Dodd, who is an avid and accomplished golfer, followed the premier with an exclusive release party for fans on Friday June 8 at TopGolf in Nashville. The event was presented by Music Mix Daily including a Facebook Live performance and interview with Dodd hosted by Lesa Browning. Then Dodd took his sense of humor and natural charm to Bridgestone Arena for an interview with Missy Wolf from Center Stage Magazine. He then turned the tables and the microphone on fans asking, “What’s ‘The Reason’ you love country music?”

 

On Saturday, June 9, Dodd announced a surprise pop-up concert at the Blend Bar with Davidorff Cigars in downtown Nashville. Blend, which has locations in Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Houston, was named Best Cigar Lounge in the World by Cigar Journal. The acoustic concert was attended by fans and industry supporters. Songwriter Moriah Donby and MV2 Entertainment artist/songwriter Nora Collins performed with Dodd as did high school bandmate and lead guitarist for Collective Soul Jesse Triplett, who produced Dodd’s first EP in 2016.

 

Dodd grew up in Lake Oconee, Ga. chasing golf balls and guitar. He had a natural gift for both. He earned a golf scholarship to Georgia College and State University, where he majored in business. When he wasn’t playing in golf tournaments, he was playing in frat houses with his band. He eventually transferred to the University of Georgia to pursue a music business degree and immerse himself in the fertile Athens music scene (R.E.M. and Drive-by Truckers).

 

He first gained national attention as a CMT Discovery Artist, but he honed his craft playing more than 200 dates a year throughout the southeast performing in clubs, SEC colleges, and music halls where his likable personality, sanguine lyrics, musicianship, and energetic stage presence earned him a faithful following in a region with strong musical tastes and a deep pool of talent.

 

As a songwriter, Dodd, who is signed to MV2 Entertainment, can be sweetly nostalgic and equally rambunctious. On “The Reason” he sings with equal parts ache and authenticity that was inspired by his family. Consequently, he writes about love and relationships with a heightened level of sincerity, respect, and honesty.

 

A romantic with a wild side, Dodd weaves seamlessly between rock, country, and Americana with a delivery that is believable and genuine. He has opened for Sam Hunt, Old Dominion, Jake Owen, Sister Hazel, Cole Swindell, and Zac Brown Band.

 

Catch Eric Dodd on the road:

 

6/23 – The Tin Roof, Louisville, KY

 

7/3 – The Ritz Carlton Lake Oconee Summer Concert Series

 

7/9 – Triple Crown Bar, Davenport, IA

 

7/11 – The Local, Nashville, TN

 

7/26 – Mad Life Studios, Woodstock, GA

 

7/27 – The Country Club, Augusta, GA

 

7/28 – Veazey Jam, Greensboro, GA

 

8/11 – J. Peppers Southern, Kernersville, N.C.

 

8/31 – Oconee Brewing Company, Greensboro, GA

 

9/14 – University of Georgia, Athens, GA

 

 

10/20 – Rhythm and Blues Festival, Greensboro, GA

 

For information visit www.ericdoddmusic.com.
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Country Singer Rory Feek Reveals His Feelings About Performing Solo, His Daughter Coming Out And More On “CBS Sunday Morning”

By on June 15, 2018 in In The Press

It has been nearly two and a half years since country singer-songwriter Rory Feek lost his wife and singing partner, Joey, to cancer. Now, as he’s started performing solo, Feek talks with Anthony Mason about singing again without her, his relationship with his daughters, and his life as a widower, in an interview for CBS SUNDAY MORNING to be broadcast Sunday, June 17 (9:00 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network.

 

Feek tells Mason that he feels no different about his wife now than he did when she died in March of 2016.

 

“I feel just as married and just as in love,” Feek tells Mason. “And I feel like she’s just as much a part of our life as she was.”

 

Performing solo, however, has taken some adjustment. Together, Joey and Rory were a popular duo. Today, however, he admits he hasn’t quite figured out who he is on stage without her.

 

“It felt surreal and strange, a little wrong in some ways because I had kinda decided I wouldn’t,” Feek tells Mason. “But, on the other side, it felt strangely similar.”

 

Without Joey, Feek says he’s had to adjust to being a single father again. Feek had two daughters, Hope and Heidi, from a previous marriage before he met Joey. Together they had a daughter, Indiana.

 

For instance, just days after Joey died, Feek got a sense his middle daughter, Hope, had something to say.

 

“I said, ‘just tell me, Hopie,’” Feek recalls. “And she went on to tell me that her friend Wendy was more than her friend, that Wendy and her had been dating for almost a year. And that she was in love.”

 

Hope tells Mason she was afraid her father would judge her.

 

“Even more than that,” Feek says, “she’s asking me, ‘Are you still going to love me?’ And my first reaction, honestly, was I don’t think so.”

 

“You weren’t sure,” Mason asks.

 

“Because my conservative Christian faith that saved me – the first reaction is that challenges that immensely,” Feek says. “Am I supposed to shun my child now and say, ‘No, you can’t be in my life until you come around to thinking like I’m thinking’?”

 

Hope says she saw “panic” in her father, but understood his struggle.

 

“The only thing I try to keep in mind is it’s her life, it’s her choice, it’s her faith and my job is to love her even when it’s hard,” Feek says.

 

“Do you accept?” Mason asks.

 

“Yes,” Feek replies.

 

Feek also talks with Mason about the family farm, life without Joey, how people react to him in the supermarket and more.

 

CBS SUNDAY MORNING is broadcast Sundays (9:00-10:30 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network. Rand Morrison is the executive producer.

 

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Inaugural “Live In The Vineyard” Goes Country

By on May 18, 2018 in In The Press

Carrie Underwood with ACM CEO Pete Fisher Photo credit: Will Bucqouy

The first official Live In The Vineyard Goes Country was a huge success that featured a headlining performance by Carrie Underwood and intimate acoustic performances by Hunter Hayes, Old Dominion, Parmalee, Ashley McBryde, Jerrod Niemann, Maddie & Tae, Eric Paslay, Maggie Rose, Lindsay Ell, Jillian Jacqueline, Mitchell Tenpenny, Cale Dodds, Rachel Wammack, Carleton Anderson and Cash Campbell. The event, in partnership with the Academy of Country Music®, had country music taking over the Napa Valley and gave attendees exclusive access to recording artists, top tier wine makers and world-renowned chefs during a “once-in-a-lifetime” three-day event. Events were held at Peju Winery, The Meritage Resort & Spa, Italics Winery, Regusci Winery, First Street Napa (Archer Hotel), Whetstone Wine Cellars, JaM Cellars Ballroom at Blue Note Napa and Liana Estates. The close to 400 attendees at the private event were blown away by performances specifically curated for the inaugural event where CMT Top 20 Countdown were also onsite shooting a very special episode.

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New Country Music Festival In UK: The Long Road Music Festival – September 7-9, 2018

By on May 1, 2018 in In The Press

A major new greenfield music and lifestyle camping festival is set to bring the world-famous, inimitable sights and sounds of the country music scene to the UK in 2018. Taking place within the grounds of Stanford Hall in Leicestershire, England from September 7th – 9th 2018, The Long Road will present one of the UK’s largest, most authentic celebrations of country, Americana and roots music featuring five stages of live performances, bespoke food events and a wide range of themed outdoor activities.

Curated by Tennessee-born country music specialist and radio presenter Baylen Leonard, The Long Road will present a broad array of artists, from iconic US stars to up-and-coming home-grown talent, and the first wave of acts to be announced for the inaugural event includes US country star Lee Ann Womack, acclaimed singer-songwriter Billy Bragg, multi-platinum-selling singer-songwriter Angaleena Presley, British country duo The Shires, popstar turned country music singer Una Healy and Texan singer and winner of The Voice USA Danielle Bradbery. Reflecting the extraordinary surge in popularity that country music has enjoyed in the UK in recent years, The Long Road will also feature a strong contingent of rising star UK acts across the weekend including hotly-tipped London-based duo Ferris & Sylvester and country-soul singer songwriter Yola Carter.

Much more than just a music festival, The Long Road will embrace all aspects of the country and Americana scene and, alongside its live music offerings, will incorporate an array of themed activities including Moonshine and bourbon tasting, instrument and songwriters’ rounds, lake swimming, a Southern-inspired food & shopping village and much more, providing festival goers with a unique, authentic country music lifestyle experience.

Marking the first time the platform has teamed with a country music event, BBC Music Introducing will host their own stage at the festival, which will be fronted by presenter of BBC Radio 2’s weekly country show Bob Harris and will showcase some of the UK’s best unsigned talent. The festival has also partnered with a carefully selected pool of specialist country and Americana organisations including The Birthplace of Country Music, which showcases the role that Bristol, Tennessee and Bristol, Virginia played in the birth and development of country music, The Bluegrass Situation (BGS), an online music magazine and curator promoting the continued growth of bluegrass, roots, progressive folk rock, Americana music and culture, The Americana Music Association UK, and independent UK label Loose Records, who celebrate their 20th anniversary in 2018. These organisations will all be involved in bringing artists to the festival to showcase a broad array of talent from across the spectrum of country, Americana and roots music.

The Shires:

“We are very excited to be playing the first Long Road festival. Country music in the UK is starting to really gain momentum and an outdoor festival dedicated to it will be great fun to play.”

Angaleena Presley:

“I’m so excited to be a part of The Long Road Festival. I love the inclusive vibe. I’m not only looking forward to performing, but also hanging out and enjoying all the fixins’. Great Food, good old-fashioned country music and salt of the earth people. It’s gonna be yeehawsome y’all.”

The Long Road’s Creative Director Baylen Leonard:

“Being from Tennessee and having lived in the UK for close to 20 years, I’m thrilled to bring the music and culture of both together in one festival. The dedication and passion of the UK country community is so amazing, we wanted to put together a festival that celebrated the music and lifestyle they love as a thank you to the fans for supporting country music. Whether you’re a country fan, an Americana fan, or a fan of great music in general, we wanted a welcoming place where everyone could come together to celebrate. This is a festival for the fans and we’re excited to share it with you.”

The full line-up to date is as follows:

Angaleena Presley
The Shires
Billy Bragg
Striking Matches
Danielle Bradbery
Ashley Campbell
Brent Cobb
Aaron Watson
Lee Ann Womack
Danny and The Champions of the World
Catherine McGrath
The Wood Brothers
Megan O’Neill
Two Ways Home
Holloway Road
Kevin McGuire
Twinnie
Laura Oakes
Ruby Boots
Jess and The Bandits
Gary Quinn
Parker Millsap
Yola Carter
Treetop Flyers
William The Conqueror
The Arlenes
Joana Serrat
Ferris & Sylvester
Kasheena Sampson
Danni Nicholls
Midnight Skyracer
Worry Dolls
The Lone Bellow
Frontier Ruckus
Folk Soul Revival
Amythyst Kiah
Andrew Alli

The Long Road will take place at Stanford Hall in Leicestershire from September 7th – 9th 2018. Day tickets start at £40*, Weekend No Camping tickets at £85* and Weekend Camping tickets start at £99* (*plus booking fees).

Tickets go on sale at 9am on Thursday April 12th and are available from www.thelongroadfestival.com.
BBC Music Introducing
BBC Music Introducing is BBC Radio’s platform supporting unsigned, undiscovered, and under-the-radar UK talent. It gives artists the opportunity to be played on BBC local radio and nationally on BBC Radio 1, 1Xtra, Radio 2, 6 Music, the Asian Network and Radio 3, as well as playing Introducing stages at festivals such as Glastonbury, Reading, Leeds, Radio 1’s Big Weekend and now The Long Road!

The Bluegrass Situation
The Bluegrass Situation (also known as BGS) is an organisation designed to encourage and support the continued growth of bluegrass, progressive folk rock, Americana, roots and everything in between. As well as curating stages at festivals and producing their own one of a kind events and shows, their online hub creates unique editorial and video content which has become a valuable resource for the international roots music fanbase.

Americana Music Association
The AMA-UK is a professional trade association representing and advocating for the voice of American roots music in the UK. Our aims are to have greater recognition of Americana music in the UK and build a vibrant network of like-minded businesses to promote Americana music in the UK and foster links to similar networks internationally, not least the Americana Music Association in the US. We aim to Nurture and support UK artists in the Americana field and support international Americana artists touring the UK.

Stanford Hall
Stanford Hall is a beautiful stately home set in 700 acres and located in the heart of the Leicestershire countryside, near Stanford on Avon. Avenues of established, majestic trees radiate in all directions from the Hall, most prominently the North Avenue which stretches as far as the eye can see. Woodland, ridge and furrow pasture and ancient remains of buildings of a previous age and the enclosed rose garden nurture an atmosphere of profound tranquillity and peace.

Loose Records
Started in west London 20 years ago by Tom Bridgewater, Loose has grown to become Europe’s premier Americana label. Loose released the first albums by The Felice Brothers, Neko Case, M.Ward, Grand Drive, Mark Mulcahy, Hurray For The Riff Raff & Dawes. In its 20 year existence highlights for the label have included securing the theme tune to HBO’s True Detective with their first signing, The Handsome Family, a Grammy nomination for Sturgill Simpson’s Metamodern Sounds In Country Music and two Number 1 albums in the UK Americana Chart for Courtney Marie Andrews. US acts on Loose include Andrew Combs, Jim White, Joe Pug, Israel Nash, The Americans, Gill Landry, Ian Felice, The Handsome Family, Courtney Marie Andrews and Frankie Lee. UK acts include multi AMAUK Awards winners Danny & The Champions Of The World and AMAUK nominated acts William The Conqueror & Treetop Flyers.
Birthplace of Country Music
The Birthplace of Country Music is a non-profit organization that seeks to perpetuate, promote, and celebrate Bristol’s rich musical heritage; to educate and engage audiences worldwide regarding the history, impact and legacy of the 1927 Bristol Sessions; and to create recognition, opportunities, and economic benefit for our local and regional communities. BCM accomplishes this mission through its three primary branches (The Birthplace of Country Music Museum, Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion, and Radio Bristol), special projects and events, and a multitude of community and educational outreach programs.
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The Debut Single From Black River’s Abby Anderson Is Digitally Available Now

By on April 27, 2018 in In The Press

Black River Entertainment songwriter/artist Abby Anderson’s debut single “Make Him Wait” is digitally available now. Currently on her national Country radio promo tour, Anderson is set to open for Russell Dickerson on select dates before a jampacked CMA Music Festival week of performances and appearances.

Written by Anderson along with GRAMMY-nominated hit songwriter Tom Douglas and hit songwriter/producer Josh Kerr who also produced the single, the empowering message in “Make Him Wait” serves as a reminder to trust your worth.

In a recent Instagram post, Anderson expressed her hope for “Make Him Wait” saying, “I’m sharing a little bit of my heart and the truth that I was brought up knowing. And honestly, I hope that this song serves as a reminder of how precious you are, how cherished you should be, and above all, to trust your worth with someone worth your trust.” View the full Instagram post here.

Last month, Anderson gave fans a sneak peek into the single with the release of an acoustic performance video of “Make Him Wait,” which can be viewed here.

The Dallas, Texas, native was recently named one of CMT’s Next Women of Country for 2018, a CMT Listen Up Artist – #18for2018, one of Pandora’s “2018 Country Artists to Watch” as well as The Boot’s “2018 Artists to Watch.”

Prior to making her solo move to Nashville at 17 years old, Anderson worked hard to finish school early and get a head start on her dream of a career in music. Upon arriving in Music City, she began paying her dues by playing gigs in local favorites, including The Bluebird Café, The Listening Room Café, and the Tin Roof, among others, while working as a nanny. Her hard work and perseverance paid off a few years later as Anderson was surprised by Black River Entertainment with a publishing and record deal during a charity event at the Ryman Auditorium in 2017.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

05/23/18 – Club Rodeo – San Jose, CA

05/31/18 – House Of Independents – Asbury Park, NJ

06/01/18 – Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun – Uncasville, CT

06/02/18 – Paradise Rock Club – Boston, MA

06/05/18 – Cannery Ballroom – Nashville, TN

*06/09/18 – Breakout Stage, CMA Music Festival – Nashville, TN

07/04/18 – Flannagan’s – Dublin, OH

*Stay tuned for updates

For fans looking to stay in the loop on Abby, please visit AbbyAndersonMusic.com to sign up for her mailing list. For more information on Abby, follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

ABOUT BLACK RIVER ENTERTAINMENT:

Underneath the Black River Entertainment umbrella is a family of record labels, a management company, a GRAMMY-winning publishing company, and state-of-the-art recording studios.

Black River Records, Black River Americana, Black River Christian and Passport Productions make up the family of record labels. The combined roster of artists includes Abby Anderson, Kelsea Ballerini, Jacob Davis, and Ronnie Milsap; Carolina Story; Hannah Kerr and Josh Wilson; and Nikita Karmen. Thrive Management provides artist management services within Black River Christian.

Black River Publishing is home to many talented writers including: Hit songwriters/producers Bobby Huff and Josh Kerr, songwriters/artists Ben Caver, Eddie Garcia, Nikita Karmen, Scott Stepakoff, Anna Vaus, and Nick Wayne, songwriters/Black River recording artists Abby Anderson, Carolina Story, Jacob Davis, Hannah Kerr and Josh Wilson, and the catalogues of hit-songwriter/Black River Recording artist Kelsea Ballerini, hit songwriters/producers Doug Johnson, Forest Glen Whitehead, and GRAMMY-winning songwriter Josh Osborne. For more information about Black River Publishing, please visit www.blackriverpublishing.com.

Owned and operated by BRE, the historic Sound Stage and Ronnie’s Place studios are located on Nashville’s famous Music Row and have set the standard legendary artists/musicians/producers have appreciated since the late 1960s. Artists from multiple genres have cut hits in these studios including 50 Cent, Kelsea Ballerini, Garth Brooks, Johnny Cash, Casting Crowns, Alice Cooper, Sam Hunt, Miranda Lambert, Jerry Lee Lewis, Reba McEntire, Craig Morgan, PHISH, Taylor Swift, Shania Twain and Keith Urban.

Part of the Pegula Sports and Entertainment family, which includes the NFL’s Buffalo Bills, NHL’s Buffalo Sabres, AHL’s Rochester Americans, NLL’s Buffalo Bandits, HARBORCENTER, Buffalo Marriott HARBORCENTER, KeyBank Center, and IMPACT Sports Performance, Black River Entertainment and its entities are based in Nashville, TN. For more information, please visit www.blackriverent.com.

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RCA Records Nashville Singer-Songwriter Rachel Wammack Debut Self-Titled EP Available Today

By on April 6, 2018 in In The Press

Rachel Wammack EP Artwork
Credit: Matthew Berinato

Singer-songwriter Rachel Wammack (pronounced wa-mack) releases her debut self-titled EP, Rachel Wammack, today via RCA Records Nashville.

Listen to it HERE.

The new Rachel Wammack EP was produced by Dann Huff and marks the first commercial release to come from the 23-year old native of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, who was influenced heavily from the rich music history of her hometown, being shaped and sharpened by her upbringing there.

Wammack, who was eager to give her ever-growing fan base a glimpse of the environment that molded her into writing her first song at age 12, took a camera crew this past winter around her hometown, showcasing the people and places that have played a small part in the artist, Rachel Wammack.

Watch the short clip HERE.

Like her key influences before her, Adele, Otis Redding, Carrie Underwood and Sam Smith; Wammack honed her craft not only as vocalist, but as a songwriter. Throughout her adolescent years Rachel expressed her art in her songwriting, storytelling, playing in the High School band, and eventually pursuing a degree in professional writing.

All artists take different paths, but with Rachel, her path chose her. At the age of 17 she was discovered by Sony Music Nashville while performing in Muscle Shoals. Five years and many written songs later, Rachel received a record deal from Sony Music Nashville.

Today Rachel begins her next chapter as both a songwriter and recording artist with the release of Rachel Wammack.

Rachel Wammack EP Track Listing

1. Hard to Believe
Written by Rachel Wammack/Jason Reeves/Jimmy Robbins

2. Closure
Written by Rachel Wammack/Jonny Price

3. My Boyfriend Doesn’t Speak for Me Anymore
Written by Rachel Wammack/Danelle Reeves/Tiffany Vartanyan

4. Damage
Written by Rachel Wammack/Tom Douglas/David Hodges

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Country Music Cruise 2019 Includes Four Hall Of Famers

By on April 4, 2018 in In The Press
The Country Music Cruise, which recorded sellouts in each of its first five years, already boasted three Country Music Hall of Fame members sailing on the 2019 cruise. The announcement of Ricky Skaggs as one of the three newest Hall of Fame inductees last week brings the total to four for the January 27 – February 3, 2019 cruise aboard Holland America’s stunning Signature class ship the Nieuw Amsterdam. The four hit acts will join headliner Jeff Foxworthy and a host of other artists for a week of fun, sun and non-stop entertainment.
“Congratulations to Ricky Skaggs on your induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame,” said StarVista LIVE Senior Vice President Mike Jason. “Ricky joins Country Music Hall Of Fame artists the Oak Ridge Boys, Ronnie Milsap and Jimmy Fortune of the Statler Brothers on The Country Music Cruise 2019, and we can’t wait to have them all onboard!”
The sixth anniversary cruise lineup also includes Patty Loveless, Joe Diffie, The Bellamy Brothers, Shenandoah, Johnny Lee, David Ball, TG Sheppard, Jeannie Seely, Wade Hayes, Chuck Mead and His Grassy Knoll Boys and Elvis Tribute Artists. Revered television and radio show host Lorianne Crook returns to emcee the cruise, and back by popular demand will be a very special Grand Ole Opry at Sea performance event.
Reservations for 2019 are already 70% sold out, but choice cabins are still available by visiting www.countrymusiccruise.com or by calling toll-free 866-476-2879.
Country Music Cruise guests have unprecedented opportunities to meet and mingle with the stars aboard what has been called the ultimate country music party. In addition to more than 50 live performances, cruisers can socialize with their favorite artists at theme nights, panel discussions, cooking demonstrations, jam sessions, meet and greets, autograph sessions and more. The non-stop entertainment extends to excursions and performances at exotic ports of call.
The 2019 Country Music Cruise will depart from Fort Lauderdale, Florida January 27, 2018 and journey to Key West and the beautiful waters of St. Thomas and Half Moon Cay, Bahamas before returning to Fort Lauderdale on February 3.
Fares start at just $1,999 per person and include mainstage concerts, daily activities, gourmet meals and so much more. To book a cabin, call toll-free 866-476-2879 or go to www.countrymusiccruise.com.
About StarVista LIVE:
StarVista LIVE creates unique entertainment experiences that bring fans together to relive their favorite moments, create new memories, and enjoy unparalleled access to the superstars they love. StarVista LIVE cruise events include the Malt Shop Memories Cruise, the Soul Train Cruise, The Country Music Cruise, The Flower Power Cruise, the ‘70s Rock and Romance Cruise, the Southern Rock Cruise  and the Ultimate Disco Cruise. StarVista LIVE is a division of Direct Holdings Global. Direct Holdings Global is a leading multi-channel marketer with a broad portfolio of products and services, most notably associated with the success of the StarVista / Time Life brand, delivered with a commitment to excellence and integrity. Additional information about StarVista LIVE can be found at:
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