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Craig Morgan, Jana Kramer And Kool And The Gang Join Star-Studded Skating And Song Event Celebrating Cancer Survivorship

By on November 23, 2012 in In The Press

“Kaleidoscope On Ice Presented By Levine Cancer Institute” Airing Nov. 25 On CBS

Legendary skater and cancer survivor Scott Hamilton and National Sportscaster and Sportswriters Hall of Famer Verne Lundquist host Kaleidoscope On Ice presented by Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Cancer Institute, a skating and song spectacular celebrating cancer survivorship, Sunday, Nov. 25, (5:00-6:00 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

The star-studded event, features 2010 Olympic champion and gold medalist Evan Lysacek, Olympic silver medalist Nancy Kerrigan, Olympic silver medalist Sasha Cohen, four-time world champion Kurt Browning and Olympic silver medalist Paul Wylie. Country music chart-topper and actress Jana Kramer, the iconic Kool and the Gang and country music star and Grand Ole Opry member Craig Morgan add to the celebration.

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TV Alert: Tune In Thursday, Nov. 22nd For Blake Shelton Backstory On GAC

By on November 22, 2012 in In The Press

Blake Shelton will be featured on GAC’s Backstory: Blake Shelton at 4:00pm CT.

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TV Alert: Jana Kramer Performing On Sunday, November 25th 4pm Central On CBS

By on November 22, 2012 in In The Press

Jana Kramer will be performing as part of the Kaleidescope On Ice event, airing immediately after the football game on Sunday, 11/25 at 4:00pm CT on CBS.


 

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Big Kenny Inducted Into Tennessee State Museum As Style Trendsetter

By on November 22, 2012 in In The Press

Virginia native Big Kenny Alphin, a successful songwriter, artist and rock n’ roll farm boy is one half of the dynamic, award-winning country duo, Big & Rich. Just as Big Kenny exploded on the music scene with the hit song, “Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy,” his rock- regal-pirate-cowboy image blended through all music genres and this naturally made him a style icon. The 6’4″, fun- loving, talented philanthropist is known for his head turning top hats, renewing the trend with farm boy rock n’ class. Widely known as the “Universal Ambassador of Love,” Big Kenny’s style mantra is: Rule # 1, have fun! Always wear confidence & humility first. It’s not the height of fashion… but the stature of a man one is measured by.

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Aaron Lewis’ Solo Album, The Road, Top 10 on the Billboard Country Albums Chart

By on November 22, 2012 in In The Press

Multi-platinum selling artist Aaron Lewis debuts into the Top 10 on the Billboard Country Albums charts with his recent full-length solo album, The Road, released on Blaster Records.  Earning the No. 7 spot on the charts and selling over 20k albums in its first week of sales, it is obvious that the rock front man has found his new home in country music.

The Road delivers ten tracks of classic Lewis to captivate and entertain his long-standing fans, as well as his new country fans. In a recent interview with Reuters, Lewis talks about his diverse mix of fans at his shows confirming, “It’s been quite the pleasant eclectic mix…”

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7th Annual Tracy Lawrence Turkey Fry: Mission Accomplished

By on November 22, 2012 in In The Press

Nashville Community Rallies To Help Benefit The Nashville Rescue Mission At The Tracy Lawrence “Mission Possible” Turkey Fry

As Thanksgiving approaches, Tracy Lawrence with the help of friends on Tuesday (11/20) celebrated another successful year frying more than 500 turkeys that will serve thousands this Thanksgiving holiday.

Since 2006, Tracy Lawrence “Mission Possible” Turkey Fry has brought in an estimated 6,500 turkeys and provided more than 40,000 meals to the Nashville Rescue Mission feed the homeless during the holidays.

“I am blessed to have so many friends who share the same passion that I do for those in need during the holidays,” said Tracy Lawrence.  “From volunteers who labored all day to the person who came by to drop off a turkey, they all have contributed to the success of this event and I am very thankful for them.”

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Billy Dean Joins Kenny Rogers on 31st Annual Christmas And Hits Tour‏

By on November 22, 2012 in In The Press

This holiday season, GRAMMY Award-winning country music star Billy Dean once again joins country legend Kenny Rogers on his annual Christmas & Hits Tour.  The 22-city tour kicks off this Friday, November 23 in Catoosa, Oklahoma and wraps December 23 in Westbury, New York.

Rogers’ annual holiday tour makes every concert a unique experience for each city by inviting local children’s choirs to accompany the duo on stage for the show.  Dean believes this is a heartwarming aspect of the tour and the part that he enjoys most.  “A big highlight is getting to rehearse each day with the local kids who join the show,” he says. “To use Kenny’s words, ‘it’s not Christmas until the choir sings.'”

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Sarah Darling Dishes With Hazel Smith On CMT’s Southern Fried Flicks This Sunday At 6pm Central

By on November 21, 2012 in In The Press

Hazel Smith and Sarah Darling

Black River Entertainment’s Sarah Darling is in her element as the special guest on CMT’s Southern Fried Flicks With Hazel Smith.  Known for her love of baking in addition to music, the episode featuring Sarah premieres Sunday, November 25th at 6PM CST and showcases the film Fireproof.

Tune in to watch Hazel and Sarah dish over delicious southern favorites as they discuss the film, her new single and Sarah’s upcoming album with producer Dann Huff (Keith Urban, Brantley Gilbert, Hunter Hayes, Rascal Flatts).
The new single, “Home To Me,” is at radio now and catching the attention of country music superstars and fans alike.  The massively relatable song has found a home with thousands of country listeners with more than 30,000 units purchased since the digital release on August 21. Continue Reading →
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Brantley Gilbert Makes Special Visit To Veterans Hospital With Musicians On Call

By on November 20, 2012 in Community, In The Press

This Veterans Day (11/12) was an especially memorable one for Brantley Gilbert, who spent the morning with Musicians On Call visiting veterans at Nashville’s VA Hospital. The chart-topper took time from his Hell On Wheels Tour to spend the holiday sharing his music and honoring some of the men and women who’ve served.

The Southern rocker said, “I have never experienced anything quite like playing for these veterans. These men and women have sacrificed their lives for our freedom … my freedom to be able to play my music. I have so much respect for them. It was an honor to be able to spend time with them and hopefully brighten their day a little. I know it has certainly changed my life.”

Founded in 1999, Musicians On Call affords musicians like Brantley the opportunity to bring music to patients’ bedsides. To date, these volunteers have played for over 350,000 people in healthcare facilities nationwide. The Nashville division alone has visited nearly 60,000 patients in Middle Tennessee and recently celebrated its fifth Anniversary.

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Award-Winning Director And Visionary Shaun Silva Opens New Post Production Facility “FORWARD”

By on November 20, 2012 in In The Press

Grand Opening Brings Out Nashville’s Mayor Dean And Many Of Today’s Top Film, TV, Advertising, Entertainment And Music Executives

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Shannon,Triston, Tanner and Shaun Silva and Mayor Karl Dean ribbon cutting with the Nashville Chamber of Commerce

Award-winning and reigning CMA SRO Video Director of the Year Shaun Silva introduced FORWARD, Nashville’s most customized and experienced post production facility during an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday evening. Designed by Silva and Nashville Architectural and Interior Space Designer Chris Gill, FORWARD is poised to set a new standard and offering to world of film and television, advertising agencies and many others seeking the highest in post production quality and talent.  FORWARD is now open for business, located in the historic Marathon Village at 1200 Clinton Avenue, Suite 255, Nashville, Tennessee 37203.

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Shaun Silva, former UT football player Condredge Holloway and Kenny Chesney

FORWARD can also be reached at 615-320-3269 and by visiting weareforward.com.

FORWARD is equipped with a roster of top-level talent that is ready to provide clients with a turnkey operation. The impetus of the facility’s design was about the client’s needs and comfort, but more importantly to be home to the best equipment possible.  With iQ, Pablo, Avid and Final Cut systems built from the ground up to communicate through an unmatched Quantel gene pool and SAN; the workflow is the best in the region.

“I have always said we need to create a post facility that elevates the perception of Nashville and to enhance the diversity of amazing talent and projects that are being done out of here,” says Shaun Silva, owner of FORWARD and TackleBox Films.  With FORWARD, our intent is to have the best of the best creating the best right here on the shoulders of Nashville,” he continues.

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