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Craig Campbell Celebrates “Outta My Head”
 EP Release With Party And Concert

By on December 5, 2012 in In The Press
Craig Campbell

Michael Powers and Craig Campbell
Photo Credit: Glen Rose

Last night, Craig Campbell celebrated the release of his new 5-song EP Outta My Head with a party and concert from Nashville’s 12th & Porter while surrounded by family, friends, fans, and music industry peers. During his full band show, Campbell debuted music from the recently released EP as well as hits including “Family Man” and “Fish.” Bigger Picture President Michael Powers surprised Craig onstage with a plaque commemorating four consecutive charted hits with over 1 billion radio airplay audience impressions and more than half a million downloads.

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. The singer-songwriter has earned well-deserved praise from the country’s toughest critics for his self-titled debut album, which released in April of 2011. Campbell’s autobiographical lead single, “Family Man” was a top 15 hit followed by “Fish” which has sold a quarter of a million downloads. His current smash “Outta My Head” is the title track to his recently released 5-song EP and the lead single from his sophomore album, set to release on the Bigger Picture early next year. To learn more about Craig, visit www.craigcampbell.tv and follow him on Twitter @craigcampbelltv.

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Singer-Songwriter Rose Falcon To Perform On The CW’s Hit Series “Hart Of Dixie” On December 4

By on December 5, 2012 in In The Press

Falcon To Release 19th Avenue (Volume 2) On January 29

Rose FalconShow Dog Universal Music recording artist Rose Falcon will have a featured performance during tomorrow night’s episode of the hit TV series Hart of Dixie, airing on the CW network at 8 p.m. ET. Rose will be performing “You Stole My Heart,” which is a new song from her upcoming five-song EP entitled 19th Avenue (Volume 2) that will be released on January 29, 2013.

“We had such a great time on the set of Hart of Dixie,” says Rose. “This is a first for me to perform on a drama series and we’re doing a brand new song too. I’ve always loved the feeling of sharing new music with people. It is a very vulnerable feeling but exciting at the same time.”

To see a preview for the December 4th episode of the CW network’s Hart of Dixie, visit http://www.cwtv.com/shows/hart-of-dixie
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Rose says, “The best advice I’ve ever heard was ‘If you want to be an artist, you can’t have a Plan B.’ I really believe that with all my heart. I have no Plan B.”

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The Recording Academy And Capitol Records To Release The 2013 Grammy Nominees Album

By on December 5, 2012 in In The Press

Pre-Orders Start Dec. 5 Offering Fans An Opportunity To Attend The 55th Annual Grammy Awards

Grammy Nominations ConcertThe Recording Academy’s GRAMMY Recordings and Capitol Records have teamed to release the 2013 GRAMMY Nominees album, which will be available Jan. 22, 2013 in stores and via digital retailers. The 19th installment of the best-selling series will feature a bevy of this year’s GRAMMY-nominated artists and hit songs across multiple genres. A portion of the proceeds from sales of the album will help support the year-round efforts of the GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares Foundation — two charitable organizations of The Recording Academy. Following the success of last year’s contest, music fans can log on to www.grammy.com/2013grammyalbum to pre-order the 2013 GRAMMY Nominees album and enter to win a trip for two to the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

“It’s an honor to join forces with Capitol Records to deliver a truly diverse collection encompassing a variety of genres and highlighting today’s most talented musicians,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. “After the success of last year’s pre-order enter-and-win sweepstakes, we’re once again thrilled to give music fans the opportunity to experience Music’s Biggest Night firsthand. And, it’s gratifying to be able to continue our support of the crucial work that MusiCares and the GRAMMY Foundation carry out year-round.”

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Janelle Monáe Set To Perform With Fun. On “The Grammy Nominations Concert Live!”

By on December 5, 2012 in In The Press

Sheryl Crow, Little Big Town, The Lumineers, and Chris Young Added to Present on CBS Entertainment Special Airing TONIGHT, 10 p.m. ET/PT (9 p.m. CT)

 

Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe

Singer/songwriter Janelle Monáe will perform with FUN. on “The GRAMMY® Nominations Concert Live!! — Countdown To Music’s Biggest Night®.” Additionally, nine-time GRAMMY winner Sheryl Crow, country group Little Big Town, folk/rock group The Lumineers, and country singer Chris Young have been added as presenters for the one-hour special. They join previously announced performers Luke Bryan, Hunter Hayes, three-time GRAMMY-winning group Maroon 5, three-time GRAMMY winner Ne-Yo, Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipients The Who, and The Band Perry and Dierks Bentley in a special tribute to Johnny Cash. Two-time GRAMMY winner LL COOL J and six-time GRAMMY winner Taylor Swift will co-host the one-hour concert special.

The show — which will announce nominations in several categories as well as feature performances by past GRAMMY winners and/or nominees — will take place live for the first time ever at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN, on TONIGHT, and will be broadcast in HDTV and 5.1 surround sound on the CBS Television Network (www.cbs.com) from 10 – 11 p.m. ET/PT (9 p.m. CST). For updates and breaking news, please visit www.grammy.com, and The Recording Academy’s social networks on Twitter and Facebook: www.twitter.com/thegrammys, www.facebook.com/thegrammys.

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Star-Studded GRAMMY Nominations Concert to Hit Nashville Wednesday

By on December 4, 2012 in Special Events

Taylor Swift and LL Cool J Host The Show Airing LIVE on CBS at 9pm CST

GRAMMY Nominations Concert

Tomorrow night is a big one in the entertainment world. The GRAMMY Nominations Concert is taking place… right here in Nashville! That’s right, CBS is airing the show LIVE from 9-10 CST for the first time ever directly from Bridgestone Arena. And FOCUS is gonna be there!

Hosted by Taylor Swift and LL Cool J (just odd enough a pairing to be spectacular), the night will include performances by Hunter Hayes, Luke Bryan, Maroon 5, Ne-Yo, The Who, fun., Dierks Bentley and The Band Perry (performing together as a tribute to Johnny Cash), plus more! Oh, and they’re also announcing the nominees for Music’s Biggest Night, complete with special guest appearances.

And for those lucky enough to be AT the event (I’ll wait as you get over turning green from envy)… Maroon 5 will be performing an exclusive performance after the live broadcast. Stay tuned for more!

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The Band Perry Sells Out Shows in the United Kingdom

By on December 4, 2012 in In The Press
The Band Perry

Rocking the house in Manchester

Republic Nashville recording artists The Band Perry recently returned from a stint in the United Kingdom where the family trio played to packed houses and sold out venues in Glasgow, Manchester and London.

Each night, the sibling trio introduced fans to their new single, “Better Dig Two,” which has already sold well over 250,000 downloads in the United States and has also garnered much critical acclaim.

The Band Perry’s highly-anticipated sophomore album is slated for release in April 2013. They will pause from recording to perform a special tribute with Dierks Bentley honoring the late Country music icon, Johnny Cash, during the Grammy Nominations Concert LIVE on CBS Wednesday, Dec. 5, 10:00 PM, ET/9:00 PM, CT. Continue Reading →

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Craig Campbell’s “Outta My Head” Five-Song EP Available Today

By on December 4, 2012 in In The Press

Craig CampbellJust in time for the holidays, Craig Campbell releases a collection of five brand new songs from his upcoming sophomore album.  The Outta My Head Five-Song EP is available for fans to purchase now here. The sneak peek EP not only features his latest smash “Outta My Head” but also four other tracks penned by some of Nashville’s elite songwriters including two co-written by Campbell.

Official Outta My Head EP Track Listing:

  1. “Outta My Head” (Brandon Kinney, Michael Carter, Cole Swindell)
  2. “My Baby’s Daddy (Brandon Kinney, Cole Swindell)
  3. “That’s Why God Made A Front Porch” (Craig Campbell, Lee Thomas Miller)
  4. “Keep Them Kisses Comin’” (Dallas Davidson, Ben Hayslip)
  5. “When She Grows Up” (Craig Campbell, Alex Dooley, Arlos Smith)
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Lady Antebellum Surprised With Presentation Of The 2012 CMA International Artist Achievement Award

By on December 3, 2012 in In The Press
Lady Antebellum

(l-r) Hillary Scott, Moore, and Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood.
Photo credit: Donn Jones/CMA

During a press conference to announce their new global charity initiative LadyAID™, Lady Antebellum was surprised today when CMA Chief Executive Officer Steve Moore presented the group with the CMA International Artist Achievement Award.

Formerly the International Touring Artist Award, the CMA International Artist Achievement Award recognizes outstanding achievement by a U.S.-based artist who contributes to the awareness and development of Country Music outside the United States.

“We’re so honored,” said Hillary Scott. “This year especially, being able to take our tour to Europe and then to Australia, and meet even more of our fans all over the world, and to take Country Music that far, we don’t take that lightly. We really, truly do want to make this town and the Country Music community proud when we go overseas and perform.”

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Florida Georgia Line “Cruises” To The Top At Country Radio And Goes Platinum

By on December 3, 2012 in In The Press

Debut Album, Here’s To The Good Times, Available Tomorrow, December 4th

Florida Georgia Line, Here’s To The Good Times Hot new duo Florida Georgia Line has more than enough holiday cheer to wrap up the year. The newcomers have topped the Country radio charts – earning their first U.S. #1 – with their debut single “Cruise,” which has been certified PLATINUM by the RIAA for selling over 1 million copies. Tomorrow (12/4), they will release their aptly-titled debut album, Here’s To The Good Times, on Republic Nashville.

“We’ve been completely amazed by what ‘Cruise’ has done. To have our debut single sell over a million and be #1 on the week our debut album is out. … we are so thankful. We can’t wait to meet all of you out on the road,” said FGL’s Tyler Hubbard of Monroe, Georgia.

FGL’s Brian Kelley from Ormond Beach, Florida agreed, “I remember jokingly telling Tyler when we were recording that ‘Cruise’ was going to sell a million copies and I can’t believe it’s actually a reality. We’ve been working so hard to give our fans something they can bob their heads along to and a way for them to get to know us a little more. We think this album accomplishes that and has something for everyone.”

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“This Is NRA Country” Announces Colt Ford As Artist Of The Month

By on December 3, 2012 in In The Press

Colt FordCountry music star Colt Ford has been chosen as the NRA Country Artist Of The Month for December. Simultaneously, he is also celebrating his first nomination as “Breakthrough Artist of the Year” on the fan-voted Fox television broadcast of the American Country Awards live from Las Vegas on December 10, at 8:00 pm ET/PT.

His latest album, Declaration Of Independence, which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Country Album chart, is one of the most noteworthy country releases of the year. He closes out the year, joining some of country music’s biggest artists in teaming up with NRA Country to celebrate his support of our brave men and women in uniform, appreciation for the great outdoors, and love of family.

“I have lived my life and built my career around core values my parents instilled in me: love of God, family, friends, America, and hard work.  I share those ideals with my NRA Country family. I embrace the chance to be a role model for my kids and all of the other young country kids who are the future of this great nation. God Bless America. My Name is Colt Ford and I am NRA Country.”

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