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Kellie Pickler To Perform On ABC’s “Nashville” Tonight

By on May 7, 2014 in In The Press

Kellie Pickler - photo 130723_Kellie_Pickl#16142EF currentCountry music singer/songwriter Kellie Pickler will appear on ABC’s hit drama television series “Nashville” this Wednesday, May 7 at 10:00 PM/EDT (9:00 PM/CDT). Pickler performs her most recent single “Closer to Nowhere” from her current album The Woman I Am in the episode, which is titled “All or Nothing with Me” and was filmed at Fort Campbell. The episode also contains a special appearance by First Lady Michelle Obama.

“It was so much fun to be on this particular episode of ‘Nashville’ since it was filmed at Ft. Campbell, and I got to perform in front of our military and their families,” said Pickler. “I can’t wait to see the finished episode and hope they ask me to come back and do another one!”

Pickler is in the midst of touring the southeast, with upcoming dates in Orlando, Fla. at Plaza ‘Live’ on May 9; Valdosta, Ga. at Wild Adventure Theme Park on May 10; Atmore, Ala. at Windcreek Hotel & Casino Amphitheater on May 17; Austin, Texas at Redfest 2014 on May 25; and Detroit, Mich. at the Downtown Hoedown on May 31.

About Kellie Pickler

Kellie Pickler grew up immersed in country music in the small town of Albemarle, North Carolina with the words of Tammy Wynette, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton shaping her musical footing. At the age of 19, she gained fame as a contestant on the fifth season of “American Idol.” In 2006, she signed with 19 Recordings/BNA Records and released her debut album, Small Town Girl, which has gone on to sell more than 900,000 copies worldwide and produce three hit singles: “Red High Heels,” “I Wonder,” and “Things That Never Cross a Man’s Mind.” She followed that in 2008 with her self-titled sophomore record, featuring country radio hits “Don’t You Know You’re Beautiful,” “Best Days of Your Life” (co-written with Taylor Swift and her first Top 10), and “Didn’t You Know How Much I Loved You.” Having established herself as not only a powerful vocalist but also a songwriter, Pickler released her third studio album, 100 Proof, in 2011 to huge critical acclaim. The album was named the No. 1 Country Album of The Year by Rolling Stone and was listed on “Best of 2012” lists by Washington Post, Rhapsody, AOL’s The Boot and more. In spring of 2013, Pickler partnered with dance coach Derek Hough and won the Mirror Ball Trophy on “Dancing with the Stars.” On Nov. 11, 2013, Pickler released her new album, The Woman I Am, on her new label home, Black River Entertainment. She co-wrote three songs on the album, including the title cut. The album, which has received much critical acclaim, contains her new single “Closer to Nowhere,” as well as her recent hits “Little Bit Gypsy” and “Someone Somewhere Tonight.” Pickler is also an avid supporter of the U.S. military, having recently completed her seventh USO Tour in December 2013. For more information, please visit www.kelliepickler.com.

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FREE MUSIC THROUGHOUT 2014 CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL

By on May 6, 2014 in In The Press

Free music and entertainment are hallmarks of CMA Music Festival and the 2014 Fest is shaping up to present a lineup that is destined to please fans and create numerous opportunities for music discovery during the Festival, happeningThursday through Sunday, June 5-8, in downtown Nashville.

 

“The fans tell us they want music and we have plenty of options for them this year with multiple free stages, and a full lineup of artists from industry hitmakers to singers on the verge of making it big,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer.

 

Tickets for the Nightly Concerts at LP Field sold out a record-setting 15 weeks in advance of the 2014 Festival, but fans will still have innumerable opportunities to watch Country Music’s best and brightest perform at CMA Music Festival. The performance lineup for the previously announced Chevrolet Riverfront Stage is available atCMAfest.com, but that schedule merely scratches the surface of what fans can experience throughout the four-day event.

 

Downtown Nashville will be full of unique fan experiences, including free outdoor areas offering everything from product demonstrations to giveaways and more. All outdoor spaces are free and open to the public.

 

Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza

 

With more than 40 artists confirmed, the Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza will be rockin’ with an eclectic mix of back-to-back free concertsfrom 10:30 AM-5:00 PM/CT each day (artists and schedule subject to change).

 

“The location of the Bud Light Stage is perfectly situated to provide a place to discover new talent and reconnect with well-known stars,” said Trahern. “This stage was one of the Festival’s most popular destinations in 2013 and I’m expecting the same level of enthusiasm and attendance again this year.”

 

Artists performing on the Bud Light Stage at the Bridgestone Arena Plaza include: Lauren Alaina, Keith Anderson, Katie Armiger, Kelleigh Bannen, Jeff Bates, Big Smo, BlackHawk, Brothers Osborne, Mark Collie, Bucky Covington, Joel Crouse, Sarah Darling, Clare Dunn, Morgan Frazier, JT Hodges, Will Hoge, Home Free, Sam Hunt, Chris Janson, Joshua Scott Jones, Krystal Keith, Meghan Linsey, Robin Meade, Granger Smith, Jamie Lynn Spears, Chris Stapleton, Striking Matches, Sundy Best, The Henningsens, Leah Turner, Trick Pony, Aaron Watson, Austin Webb, Drake White, Chuck Wicks, and Holly Williams.

 

With numerous stages and many free lifestyle exhibits to explore throughout the Festival footprint in Nashville, CMA Music Festival is a great, family-friendly entertainment value. The concerts at the Bud Light Stage are fun in the sun and within easy walking distance of all the Festival event sites, including the AT&T® U-verse® Fan Fair X with autograph signings, concerts, lifestyle exhibits, marketplace, live broadcasts, demonstrations, and more in the state-of-the-art Music City Center.

 

Walk of Fame Park featuring the Samsung Galaxy Stage

 

New in 2014, Samsung Galaxy presents the Samsung Galaxy Stage in Walk of Fame Park, where fans can experience great music and activities.

 

Artists participating in the daily concerts include (alphabetical order; artists and schedule subject to change): Robby Armstrong, Rob Baird, Ty Bates, Dakota Bradley, David Bradley, Laura Bell Bundy, Cam, Brandon Chase, Cowboy Troy and DJ Sinister, Heath Haynes & the High Dollars, Sam Hollyman, Joey Hyde, Jukebox Mafia, John Karl, Ryan Kinder, John King, Jenny Leigh, Cheryl LuQuire, Rachele Lynae, Brian Milson, Danielle Peck, Pierce Avenue, Stephanie Quayle, Raven Cliff, Julie Roberts, Gwen Sebastian, Canaan Smith, Phoenix Stone, The Brothers Road, The Nelsons, The Railers, The Stickers, Chad Warrix, Ryan Weaver, Jesse Keith Whitley, and Zane Williams.

 

Walk of Fame Park is located on Demonbreun between Fourth and Fifth Avenues. The park is free and open to the public from 10:00 AM–6:00 PMThursday, June 5 through Saturday, June 7 andfrom 10:00 AM–5:00 PM on Sunday, June 8.

 

The Buckle

 

Covering three bustling blocks of Broadway, legions of dedicated fans know that The Buckle is where the excitement and thrills of CMA Music Festival come together. The Buckle Stage will host a variety of free performances and activities beginning with concerts presented by ASCAP onThursday, June 5 and Sunday, June 8 from 11:00 AM–4:30 PM.

 

ASCAP songwriter artists include (alphabetical order; artists and schedule subject to change):Carlton Anderson, Kelsea Ballerini, Bonner Black, Misty Rae Carson, Karli Chayne, Steven Clawson, Courtney Cole, Hannah Dasher, Jacob Davis, GirlBilly, Ryan Griffin, Curtis Grimes, Adam Hambrick, Brett Kissell, Ryan Lafferty, Brandon Lay, Josh London, Daisy Mallory, Michaelis, Oklahoma, Carly Pearce, David Ray, Jameson Rodgers, Smithfield, Walker County, and Hailey Whitters.

 

On Friday and Saturday, June 6 and 7, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, the ABC Television Network returns to the CMA Music Festival with the ABC Summer Block Party with special appearances by ABC fan favorites, musical performances, games, photos, free giveaways, and much more!

 

The Buckle is located on Broadway from First to Fourth Avenues. The area is open to the publicfrom 10:00 AM–6:00 PM Thursday, June 5 through Saturday, June 7 and from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM onSunday, June 8.

 

Fan Alley

 

If CMA Music Festival is the Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience, then Fan Alley is where that experience gets cranked up to the maximum level!

 

Tucked into the area in front of the magical Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Fan Alley welcomes its namesake (the fans!) into a warm community where memories will be shared and friendships made.

 

The Chevrolet Roadhouse Stage in Fan Alley features concerts with Country Music’s best rising talent from Noon–3:00 PM each day.

 

Performers (alphabetical order; artists and schedule subject to change) include: Ballie and the Boys, Brinn Black, Cast of “Crazy Hearts Nashville,” Cerrito, Jaida Dreyer, Jordan Grassi, Marty Haggard, Lyndsey Highlander, Rachel Holder, Levi Hummon, Angie Johnson, Stevens Layne, Matt Mason, Walker McGuire, Randy Montana, Music City Doughboys, Aaron Parker, Jacob Powell, Brent Rupard, Lizzie Sider, The Danberrys, Keni Thomas, andWhiskey Rose.

 

Fan Alley is located in front of the Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Fourth Avenue South. The area is open from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM Thursday, June 5 through Saturday, June 7 and from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM on Sunday, June 8.

 

BMI Tailgate Party

 

Returning to the CMA Music Festival for the third time is the BMI Tailgate Party. Located right off the Cumberland River outside LP Field, the stage will feature a strong selection of BMI’s songwriters and artists warming up the audience before they enter LP Field for the Nightly Concerts beginning at 4:30 PM.

 

Performers (alphabetical order; artists and schedule subject to change) include: A Thousand Horses, Blackjack Billy, Chase Bryant, Adam Craig, DJ Du, Brett Eldredge, David Fanning, Sara Haze, Chris Lane, Natalie Stovall and The Drive, Michael Ray, Josh Thompson, andWhiskey Jam.

 

The Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience began in 1972 as Fan Fair®, bringing 5,000 fans to Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium. More than 40 years later, the now legendary Festival has become the city’s signature music event. In 2014, CMA Music Festival will host visitors from every state and 21 foreign countries.

 

For all the latest info on CMA Music Festival visitCMAfest.com. To stay connected with CMA visitFacebook.com/CMA, Twitter.com/CountryMusic, and Instagram.com/CMA or text FESTIVAL to 66937.

 

CMA Music Festival will once again be filmed for a national television special to air on the ABC Television Network. This is the 11th consecutive year that the event has been filmed for a network television special, a feat no other music festival has achieved. “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock” will be executive-produced by Robert Deaton. 

 

CMA Music Festival is organized and produced by the Country Music Association. Fan Fair® is a registered trademark of CMA. Chevrolet™ is the Official Ride of Country Music. Bud Light is the Official Beer of the CMA Music Festival. Pepsi is the Official Soft Drink of the CMA Music Festival. Bad Boy Buggies are the Official UTV of the CMA Music Festival.

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Extras Needed: BIG & RICH SET TO FILM ESPN GAME DAY OPENING IN NASHVILLE

By on May 4, 2014 in In The Press

WHO:                        BIG & RICH and others

WHAT:                      ESPN GAME DAY OPENING

                                   WEEKLY GAME DAY THEME OPENINGS

 

WHERE & WHEN:

 

Wednesday, May 7th noon – 8 pm

– Location: The Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel

– Scene: Big & Rich with full band in concert setting; huge stage production with live audience.

 

EXTRAS NEEDED:

Will be a fun event for Nashville.  For more information : https://www.habanaavenue.com/espnbigandrich/

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“Nashville” Concert Tour Launches With Sold-Out Show

By on May 1, 2014 in In The Press
Jonathan Jackson, Sam Palladio (on drums) and Charles Esten Photo By: Chaun D. Vo/vofotos.com

Jonathan Jackson, Sam Palladio (on drums) and Charles Esten Photo By: Chaun D. Vo/vofotos.com

The first-ever “Nashville” Concert Tour with series stars Charles Esten, Clare Bowen, Jonathan Jackson, Sam Palladio and Chris Carmack played their first sold-out  show this past Friday at Chicago’s Joe’s Bar.

The tour will continue this weekend with shows on May 4 at Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC, May 5 in Philadelphia at Tower Theater and in New York City on May 6 at Best Buy Theater.  Will Chase joins his cast mates for the New York concert only.   DC and New York dates are sold-out and limited tickets are available for the Philadelphia show.

Clare Bowen Photo By: Chaun D. Vo/vofotos.com


Clare Bowen Photo By: Chaun D. Vo/vofotos.com

The Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation is the presenting sponsor of the tour and it is produced by the Opry Entertainment Group.

About the Show
“Nashville” airs Wednesday nights at 10:00 p.m. on ABC and stars Connie Britton as Rayna Jaymes, Hayden Panettiere as Juliette Barnes, Eric Close as Teddy Conrad, Charles Esten as Deacon Claybourne, Clare Bowen as Scarlett O’Connor, Jonathan Jackson as Avery Barkley, Sam Palladio as Gunnar Scott, Chris Carmack as Will Lexington, Maisy Stella as Daphne Conrad and Lennon Stella as Maddie Conrad. Will Chase recurs as Luke Wheeler. “Nashville” is executive-produced by Dee Johnson, R.J. Cutler, Callie Khouri and Steve Buchanan. The series is produced by Lionsgate, ABC Studios, and Opry Entertainment. For more information about “Nashville” visit ABC.com/Nashville
Follow us on:  Facebook www.facebook.com/NashvilleABC Twitter @Nashville_ABC, #Nashville, @ABC_Publicity

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[Video] 2014 Waiting For Wishes Celebrity Waiters Dinner

By on May 1, 2014 in Special Events

Check out the video below from the Waiting For Wishes Celebrity Waiters Dinner held at The Palm in Nashville! Featuring celebrities: Kevin Carter, Jay DeMarcus, Scotty McCreery, Charles Esten, Chris Carmack, Rick Springfield, Dierks Bentley, and many more! All to help raise money for charity.

Watch the video on YouTube by clicking here!

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FREE 2014 CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL KICK-OFF CONCERT TO TAKE PLACE JUNE 4 ON THE CHEVROLET RIVERFRONT STAGE

By on May 1, 2014 in In The Press

The 2014 CMA Music Festival will kick off in rockin’ style with the CMA Music Festival Kick-Off Concert on the Chevrolet Riverfront Stage. The free event takes place Wednesday, June 4(11:00 AM-4:30 PM/CT), the day before the official start of CMA Music Festival, a four-day event taking over downtown Nashville, Thursday through Sunday, June 5-8.

The Chevrolet Riverfront Stage will be the epicenter of Country and rock on the bank of the Cumberland River with a must-see lineup that includes international talent, Southern rock icons, and a Country artist with a royal pedigree.

The 2014 CMA Music Festival Kick-Off Concert features eight diverse acts including four international artists: Lindsay Ell, Tim Hicks, andSmall Town Pistols from Canada, and Morgan Evans from Australia. Rounding out the lineup are honky-tonk traditionalists Brazilbilly, Shooter Jennings performing with Waymore’s Outlaws, his father Waylon Jennings’ touring and studio backing band, three time Grammy-nominated bluegrass ensemble The Grascals, and Southern rock legends The Marshall Tucker Band.

“The Wednesday concert offers an energetic set of performances to kick-off the exciting four days of concerts that follow,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer. “It also gives everyone an excuse to come downtown a day early and enjoy free music in a great venue with enthusiastic fans from around the world.”

Kick-Off Concert performer Jennings will be making his CMA Music Festival debut, but will carry on a family legacy. His father Waylon performed at the first Fan Fair in 1972, and continued performing at the annual event throughout the 1990s.

The Marshall Tucker Band made their Festival debut in 2013 to a huge crowd at the Walk of Fame Park. Moving to the Chevrolet Riverfront Stage was a natural choice for the popular group.

“The Marshall Tucker Band’s performance at CMA Music Festival last year generated so much enthusiasm with Festival fans and became such a highlight of last year’s event that we are proud to announce that their legendary sound will be part of our 2014 CMA Music Festival Kick-Off Concert lineup,” said Trahern.

“During a year of real winners in Country Music we have been given another sweet invitation to kick off CMA week,” said The Marshall Tucker Band lead singer and founding member Doug Gray. “We are very proud to again be a part of the biggest festival in Country Music. We’ve recently been mentioned in some new hit songs from several young stars and we’re so grateful for all the love pouring in from Nashville. Our 2014 Take the Highway Tour is headed to CMA Music Festival this June!”

Gates at Riverfront Park will open at 10:00 AM/CT for fans to find the perfect spot to enjoy the day-long concert.

While tickets to the Nightly Concerts at LP Field are sold out, there are numerous other entertainment and music stages, special events, and activities throughout downtown Nashville to enjoy during CMA Music Festival.

CMA Music Festival’s newest attraction, AT&T U-verse® Fan Fair X at the Music City Center, features artist performances, celebrity Q&A sessions, and more. Fans can play paparazzi and snap photos of the stars, shop the Fan Fair X Marketplace, and more. Fan Fair X tickets are $10 a day or $25 for four days. Children eight and under are admitted free. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at Ticketmaster.com or the CMA Music Festival Box Office by calling 1-800-CMA-FEST (262-3378) (price includes handling fees). Visit CMAfest.com for details.

The Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience began in 1972 as Fan Fair®, bringing 5,000 fans to Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium. More than 40 years later, the now legendary Festival has become the city’s signature music event. In 2014, CMA Music Festival will host visitors from every state and 21 foreign countries.

For all the latest info on CMA Music Festival visitCMAfest.com. To stay connected with CMA visitFacebook.com/CMA, Twitter.com/CountryMusic, and Instagram.com/CMA or text FESTIVAL to 66937.

CMA Music Festival will once again be filmed for a national television special to air on the ABC Television Network. This is the 11th consecutive year that the event has been filmed for a network television special, a feat no other music festival has achieved. “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock” will be executive-produced by Robert Deaton. 

About Chevrolet: Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.9 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found atchevrolet.com.

CMA Music Festival is organized and produced by the Country Music Association. Fan Fair® is a registered trademark of CMA. Chevrolet™ is the Official Ride of Country Music. Bud Light is the Official Beer of the CMA Music Festival. Pepsi is the Official Soft Drink of the CMA Music Festival.  Bad Boy Buggies are the Official UTV of the CMA Music Festival.

 

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PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED FOR FREE DAILY CONCERTS ON CHEVROLET RIVERFRONT STAGE DURING 2014 CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL

By on April 30, 2014 in In The Press

The 2014 CMA Music Festival will have fans rockin’ on the Riverfront with today’s announcement of performers for the Chevrolet™ Riverfront Stage. The lineup for the free daily concerts is packed with more than 50 artists, from Country Music legends to the brightest up-and-coming stars.

CMA Award nominees Big & Rich will officially kick off the Festival when they take the stage onThursday, June 5 (10:00 AM/CT).  This will mark the first time the duo will hit the Riverfront stage together, setting the pace for the music-filled days to follow.

“Big & Rich will bring a great energy to the official start of the Festival, and I know our fans will not want to miss their performance,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer.

Performers scheduled to hit the Chevrolet Riverfront Stage include Frankie Ballard, Big & Rich, Danielle Bradbery, Kristian Bush, Craig Campbell, Jason Michael Carroll, Terri Clark,Billy Ray Cyrus, Dan + Shay, Tyler Farr, Colt Ford, Gloriana, LoCash Cowboys, Lonestar,Love and Theft, Dustin Lynch, Craig Morgan,Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis, David Nail, Jon Pardi, Parmalee, Eric Paslay, Kellie Pickler,Cassadee Pope, Collin Raye, Chase Rice,Maggie Rose, Corey Smith, Cole Swindell, The Cadillac Three, The Swon Brothers, Uncle Kracker, Clay Walker, Darryl Worley, Charlie Worsham, and Wynonna.

The official lineup was announced via CMA social networks this morning, with a video directed by Ben Boutwell showing Chevrolet vehicles taking Country Music fans to historic locations in downtown Nashville for the reveal. Fans can follow the conversation and share their thoughts on the lineup with #ChevyCMA and view the video here.

2014’s lineup includes six CMA Award winners and 15 CMA Award nominees. Twelve artists will be making their Riverfront debut, including four Festival newcomers, making the daily shows a must-see for attendees during the four-day event, happening Thursday through Sunday, June 5-8, in downtown Nashville.

“This outstanding lineup, paired with the artists performing at the Nightly Concerts at LP Field, represent the best in Country Music from past to present to future,” said Trahern. “The Riverfront shows are always a highlight of CMA Music Festival, and with the caliber of talent, this year is sure to be no exception.”

The Chevrolet Riverfront Stage has long been a CMA Music Festival fan favorite, with concerts beginning each day at 10:00 AM/CT in Riverfront Park on the sloping bank of the Cumberland River. The shows are free and open to the public, and one of the most popular attractions at the Festival. Four-day ticket holders are able to enter 45 minutes before the general public. Fans do not need to have tickets to the Nightly Concerts at LP Field to attend concerts at Chevrolet Riverfront Stage.

While tickets to the Nightly Concerts at LP Field are sold out, the Chevrolet Riverfront Stage is among the numerous other entertainment and music stages, special events, and activities throughout downtown Nashville to enjoy during CMA Music Festival.

CMA Music Festival’s newest attraction, AT&T U-verse® Fan Fair X at the Music City Center, features artist performances, celebrity Q&A sessions, and more. Fans can play paparazzi and snap photos of the stars, shop the Fan Fair X Marketplace, and more. Fan Fair X tickets are $10 a day or $25 for four days. Children eight and under are admitted free. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at Ticketmaster.com or the CMA Music Festival Box Office by calling 1-800-CMA-FEST (262-3378) (price includes handling fees). Visit CMAfest.com for details.

The Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience began in 1972 as Fan Fair®, bringing 5,000 fans to Nashville’s Municipal Auditorium. More than 40 years later, the now legendary Festival has become the city’s signature music event. In 2014, CMA Music Festival will host visitors from every state and 21 foreign countries.

For all the latest info on CMA Music Festival visitCMAfest.com. To stay connected with CMA visitFacebook.com/CMA, Twitter.com/CountryMusic, and Instagram.com/CMA or text FESTIVAL to 66937.

CMA Music Festival will once again be filmed for a national television special to air on the ABC Television Network. This is the 11th consecutive year that the event has been filmed for a network television special, a feat no other music festival has achieved. “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock” will be executive-produced by Robert Deaton. 

About Chevrolet: Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.9 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found atchevrolet.com.

CMA Music Festival is organized and produced by the Country Music Association. Fan Fair® is a registered trademark of CMA. Chevrolet™ is the Official Ride of Country Music. Bud Light is the Official Beer of the CMA Music Festival. Pepsi is the Official Soft Drink of the CMA Music Festival. Bad Boy Buggies are the Official UTV of the CMA Music Festival.

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5th Annual Music Row Rally

By on April 8, 2014 in In The Press

CRAIG WISEMAN & SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE TO HOST THE 5th ANNUAL MUSIC ROW RALLY

Some of Nashville’s top food trucks to donate profits to Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee

Craig Wiseman and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee are proud to announce its 5th annual Music Row Rally to be held on Tuesday, April 29th on Music Row in the Big Loud Shirt parking lot located at 1111 16th Ave. South. Host and acclaimed songwriter Craig Wiseman will be joined by Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, and a few local food trucks, including fan favorites Riffs Fine Street Foods, Deg Thai, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream, and Smoke Et Al on Tuesday, April 29th from 11am to 2pm. Come out and enjoy the sunshine and great food – 10% of all profits made by the food trucks will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee and we ask for a $1 donation from all attendees at the door as an additional way to give to this incredible charity.

The Music Row Rally helps kicks off the 9th annual Stars For Second Harvest benefit on Tuesday, June 3, 2013 at 7:30pm at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN. Hosted by hit songwriter Craig Wiseman, this concert features an unplugged acoustic style performance by some of country music’s brightest songwriters as well as a performance by Florida Georgia Line, who is headlining the benefit for the third year in a row. Proceeds from the concert benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee in their efforts to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in our community. For more information, visit secondharvestmidtn.org.

Presented by O’Charley’s, this not-to-be missed evening helps to raise awareness of hunger issues in Tennessee. Tickets are on-sale now for $35 at ticketmaster.com. For preferred VIP seating please contact the Second Harvest Food Bank at 615-329-3491. All proceeds from the concert benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee in their efforts to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in our community. For more information contact Brittany Hansen at 615.329.3491 or visit their website at www.secondharvestmidtn.org.

ABOUT CRAIG WISEMAN
Founder of Big Loud Shirt Industries, Craig Wiseman is one of today’s most celebrated songwriters and has played a significant role in shaping Country music. To date, Wiseman has had well over 300 cuts, 100 singles, 20 #1’s and has had songs on over 80 million records sold. He has also won countless awards, including a Grammy for Tim McGraw’s 10-week #1, “Live Like You Were Dying,” ASCAP’s Songwriter Of The Year three times and CMA & ACM Song Of The Year awards in consecutive years. Craig has written songs for, among many others, Faith Hill, Kenny Chesney, Beverly Knight, Roy Orbison, Dolly Parton, Brooks & Dunn, Toby Keith and Nickleback.

ABOUT SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
Organized in 1978, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee is a private, not-for-profit, tax-exempt organization. Second Harvest’s mission is to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in our community. Second Harvest distributes food and other products to approximately 400 nonprofit partner agencies in 46 counties in Middle and West Tennessee. Our partners include food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, childcare facilities, senior centers, group homes, and youth enrichment programs. For more information on Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee and its programs, please visit www.secondharvestmidtn.org.

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Craig Campbell Announces 2nd Annual Celebrity Cornhole Challenge

By on April 2, 2014 in In The Press

Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole ChallengeFollowing the success of last year’s inaugural event, Bigger Picture recording artist Craig Campbell announces his 2nd Annual Celebrity Cornhole Challenge. In honor of his late father, Campbell will be joined by other celebrities, including last year’s participant, Jerrod Niemann and label mates, Blackjack Billy, to raise money for T.J. Martell’s Colon Cancer research efforts. “My father passed away at the age of 36 from the disease,” says Campbell. “Come out during this year’s CMA Fest to have a fun time in support of a great cause!” Tickets will be available beginning in April and this year fans will be able to participate in the Cornhole tournament alongside the artists.

This past year, Campbell has been met with high praises from industry and fans alike with the release of his highly anticipated sophomore album, Never Regret, produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Brown) and Matt Rovey (CCMA Album Of The Year Producer). This album produced the Top 15 smash, “Outta My Head,” and his current single, “Keep Them Kisses Comin’,” which is currently climbing into the Top 20 on the Billboard charts.

The 2nd Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge is set to take place on Tuesday, June 3rd at the corner of Demonbreun and 3rd ave south, Downtown Nashville, behind the Listening Room Café.  Sponsored by McPherson Guitars, the challenge will begin at 4:00 PM CST. Hundreds of country fans are expected to come together for this great cause. Stay tuned for future announcements on more celebrities who will participate this year!

To check out highlights from last year’s event, click HERE.
For more information on artist line-up and tickets,
please visit: http://craigcampbell.tv//craig-campbell-celebrity-cornhole-challengeCraig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge

The T.J. Martell Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for the innovative, initial and ongoing research into the treatments and cures of leukemia, cancer, and AIDS. Craig has toured the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, spoke with teams specializing in colon cancer research, and is committed to raising funds for the cause.

ABOUT CRAIG CAMPBELL: After moving from his hometown of Lyons, Georgia to Nashville in 2002 to pursue his country music dreams, American Country Awards nominee Craig Campbell quickly picked up work as a keyboardist in Luke Bryan and Tracy Byrd’s bands and was later discovered playing a regular gig at legendary Nashville honky-tonk, The Stage. Since signing with Bigger Picture, he has entertained crowds across the U.S., Australia and Switzerland, performed for national TV audiences on Fox & Friends, Huckabee and Marie and has been profiled in HLN’s series Road Warriors. The singer-songwriter has earned well-deserved praise from the country’s toughest critics for his 2011 self-titled debut album and current album Never Regret, which have sold over 1 million tracks to date. Campbell’s autobiographical lead single, “Family Man” was a top 15 hit followed by fan-favorite “Fish.” His latest hit, “Keep Them Kisses Comin,’” is the follow-up single to smash “Outta My Head.”  Follow him on Twitter @craigcampbelltv.

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BMI Presents Paul Overstreet With More Than 30 BMI Country Awards Previously Lost To Flood

By on April 1, 2014 in In The Press
Pictured are BMI’s Bradley Collins, Perry Howard, Clay Bradley, and Mark Mason; Overstreet’s wife Julie Miller; Overstreet; BMI’s Leslie Roberts; Overstreet’s children Nash, Summer, and Charity; and BMI’s Jody Williams. Photo by Drew Maynard.

Pictured are BMI’s Bradley Collins, Perry Howard, Clay Bradley, and Mark Mason; Overstreet’s wife Julie Miller; Overstreet; BMI’s Leslie Roberts; Overstreet’s children Nash, Summer, and Charity; and BMI’s Jody Williams. Photo by Drew Maynard.

BMI Nashville Vice President of Writer/Publisher Relations Jody Williams and the BMI Nashville Writer/Publisher Relations team recently made the trip to Kingston Springs, TN, just outside of Nashville, to re–present songwriter, artist, and country music mainstay Paul Overstreet with more than 30 BMI Country Awards to replace the ones lost in the massive, historic flood that nearly devastated Nashville and the surrounding cities in 2010. A number of his awards were damaged and a few were even found floating down the Harpeth River, which runs behind Overstreet’s property. Continue Reading →

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