Check out this interview with up and coming country artist Austin Webb during CRS 2013 in Nashville!
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Big Machine Records To Release Second “NASHVILLE” Soundtrack On May 7
Reality and drama collided with a unique twist recently for two hit ABC shows – “The View” and “NASHVILLE.” The daytime talk show dedicated an entire episode to the new hit drama, giving the stellar cast an opportunity to announce a second soundtrack and perform some of their favorite songs. THE MUSIC OF NASHVILLE (SEASON I, VOLUME 2) will be released May 7 on Big Machine Records. The project features new music from Connie Britton (Rayna Jaymes), Hayden Panettiere (Juliette Barnes), Charles Esten (Deacon Claybourne), Jonathan Jackson (Avery Barkley), Clare Bowen (Scarlett O’Connor), Sam Palladio (Gunnar Scott) and sisters Lennon and Maisy Stella, (Maddie & Daphne Conrad) – who perform in each episode weekly.
Award-winning producers T Bone Burnett, Buddy Miller, Gabriel Witcher, Garth Fundis, Frank Liddell, Dan Auerbach, and Ross Copperman worked together to showcase the original content on both the show and soundtrack, respectively.
Amber Hayes Releases New Single, “Any Day Is A Good Day”
A-OK Entertainment/GMV Nashville recording artist Amber Hayes has released her new single, “Any Day Is A Good Day” to Country radio.
The single is the first release off her new album, Any Day Is A Good Day, and is produced by Nashville-based producer Paul Compton. The song was co-written by Hayes, Bill DiLuigi and JP Williams.
“I was excited about this song from the moment we wrote it,” said Hayes. “It has such an encouraging message and people have been very responsive to the song’s optimism and brightness. Its uplifting in all the right ways.”
Robert Oermann (MusicRow Magazine) commented about the track, “Simply lovely. Her sweetly wistful singing voice is perfectly framed by an airy production and pristinely placed harmony vocals. Plus, it has a message to warm your soul. I could definitely get used to listening to this wafting through the radio speakers.”
Interview With Jared Ashley | CRS 2013
We caught up with country artist Jared Ashley at CRS. Check out the full interview here!
Tate Stevens’ Hometown Honors Him On Water Tower
Syco/RCA Nashville recording artist Tate Stevens is experiencing a lot of firsts this year following his first place finish on FOX’s The X Factor, including landing a record deal, releasing new single “Power of a Love Song” to country radio, and his upcoming April 23 self-titled debut album release. Now Stevens can claim a new “first” as his hometown honors him with an impressive 160′ City of Belton water tower, freshly painted with “Home of Tate Stevens, Live the Dream!”
Stevens, a former blue collar road worker for the city, always displayed such appreciation for his small hometown while pursuing his life-long dream of becoming a country music star on The X Factor. Viewers were captivated by this unassuming Southern gentleman with the powerhouse vocals. Among those viewers was a contingent of Belton residents, who led the charge to raise 100% the funds for the water tower repainting and dedication.
Lady Antebellum Hits #1 in Record Time
Earning their fastest charting and seventh career No. one single this week, GRAMMY winning country trio Lady Antebellum’s “Downtown” takes the top position on both the Billboard and Mediabase charts while simultaneously selling more than 500,000 digital downloads. “Downtown” also spent the last two weeks at No. one in Canada and is the lead single off the group’s upcoming fourth studio album GOLDEN, available in stores May 7.
“Most of what the world has seen from Hillary from a radio single standpoint is this very sweet kind of style like ‘American Honey,’” said Lady A’s Charles Kelley. “But, she’s got a lot of sass and a lot of grit to her voice, too, so it’s been really fun to bring that out of her and have this kind of support from our fans and radio.” Continue Reading →
Community Spotlight | Mary Littleton: MS Challenge Walk, Community Leader And MS Advocate
Mary Littleton speaking at an MS event.
One area that we have been wanting to stretch out FOCUS on the 615 to is to focus on community service events and outstanding leaders actively making a difference within the Nashville community. One who stands out as an example of someone who is actively trying to make a strong difference in our community is Mary Littleton.
Mary Littleton is not only a well-respected lawyer in our community, but she serves on several boards of non-profit organizations. Most notably, she gives of her time and serves on the board of the local chapter of the MS Society. Mary is a strong MS advocate fighting for the rights of people living with this disease, volunteering her time by serving countless hours as a board member to ensure the continued success of the MS Society in our community, actively participating in MS fundraising events and is an MS patient herself.
Eric Church’s First Live Album, “Caught In The Act” Now Available
Multi Award-winning superstar Eric Church is not only celebrating winning the coveted Album of The Year award (CHIEF) and Vocal Event Of The Year award (“The Only Way I Know,” J. Aldean, L. Bryan, E. Church) during Sunday night’s 48th Annual Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards show, but also the release of his first live album to stores nationwide and digital retailers today. Caught In The Act: Live, a 17-track live concert recorded over the course of two nights at Chattanooga’s Tivoli Theatre in October 2012 features songs from Sinners Like Me, Carolina and his award-winning 2011 release, CHIEF. A double gatefold vinyl version of the record will be made available on National Record Store Day, Saturday, April 20. The package will include four additional tracks and a special whiskey-infused 7-inch.The release of Caught In The Act: Live is fans’ first chance to take home a copy of Church’s live show – the only of the country genre to be named “Best Concerts Of 2012” by The New York Times who calls it, “a mean show,” and adds, “Mr. Church has clawed his way into the country mainstream with a series of post-outlaw anthems, and delivered them with verve and tension.” AP praises, “Church constantly encourages his rowdy audience, exhorting them to bellow the chorus of ‘Drink in My Hand’ and ‘Jack Daniels.’ Even when he plays a solo acoustic version of ‘Sinners Like Me,’ he tells everyone, ‘It’s just going to be us, so sing loud.'”
RAW: Nashville Shakes Cannery Ballroom With An Eclectic Collaboration Of Fashion, Art And Music
RAW: Nashville of RAW: natural born artists will gather 37 artists for a night of fashion, art and music on Friday, April 26 from 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. at Cannery Ballroom.
Following the launch of the new bimonthly format, Marvel is the second showcase of the year. It will feature musical performances by rock bands Red Wine Hangover, Dirty Silver, The Resolute and funk/rock band Jones World. The collaborative music and runway show will feature clothing by TaraMarie, Harpediem and Mika Roche Collection. Accessories will include designs from Raw Jewelry, Pursuing, MynisaUnique, New York to Nashville and Ashjewels. While, Rachel Cothron, Amber Cannon, Ashley and Claire and Harlow Salon will do hair and makeup. Local visual artists will include Tonya Nikole, Mocking Girl Designs, Allison Johnson, TB8S, Helen Johana, Melissa Christine, Tony Hayes, Bret Pemelton, Sam Braden IV, Teresa Baker, Chasen Igleheart, Tiffany Howell, Jonathan Hargrove, India Stone, Charleen Pardue, Brayden Harp, Jenna Winstead, Steve Rollins and Deer Abigail. Continue Reading →
Country Artist Ash Bowers Stops By To Talk About His New Single | CRS 2013
New country artist Ash Bowers stops by our booth at CRS to talk about his new single. Get to know him a little better and check out his interview here!
