On Saturday, January 10, 2015 the National YoungArts Foundation (YoungArts) will host the organization’s annual Backyard Ball on the YoungArts Campus (2100 Biscayne Boulevard). The 2015 Arison Award Honoree is renowned visual artist Jeff Koons and this year’s Arison Alumni Honorees are Grammy Award-nominated recording artist, singer, songwriter, actor, YoungArts Master Teacher and 1999 YoungArts Winner in Theater, Josh Groban, and Grammy and Country Music Association Award-nominated singer-songwriter and 2003 YoungArts Winner and U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts, Chris Young.
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National YoungArts Foundation “Backyard Ball” Honors Jeff Koons and YoungArts Alumni Josh Groban and Chris Young
CHRIS YOUNG TO MAKE “LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN” DEBUT
Chris Young will be heading to the Big Apple a few days earlier than planned next week. While Young is gearing up for his headlining show atBest Buy Theater on November 14, his first show in the city in nearly two years, the RCA Records Nashville singer/songwriter will arrive early to make his debut performance on the “Late Show with David Letterman.” Young will tape a performance of his latest smash, “Lonely Eyes,” set to air on the “Late Show with David Letterman” Friday, November 14 at 11:35pm eastern/10:35pm central on CBS. The performance will mark not only Young’s first time playing the esteemed show, but also the national TV debut of the song.
Kidde and Country Music Star Chris Young Partner to Shine a ‘Spotlight on Fire Safety’
Grammy nominated singer Chris Young and Kidde Fire Safety are partnering to shine a “Spotlight on Fire Safety.” The televised ad campaign features the Country Music chart-topper and highlights how Kidde’s Worry-Free sealed-battery smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms help provide peace of mind and help keep consumers safe. Kidde, a leading manufacturer of residential fire safety products, is a part of UTC Building & Industrial Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). Continue Reading →
[Video] Dierks Bentley’s Miles And Music
Dierks Bentley performing at Miles and Music.
We recently attended Dierks Bentley’s Miles and Music, a motorcycle ride and concert benefiting The Monroe Carrell, Jr. Children’s Hospital in Nashville on September 28th. What a great day for a motorcycle ride and music all in the name of charity! Continue Reading →
CHRIS YOUNG ANNOUNCES 2015 A.M. WORLD TOUR DATES
RCA Records Nashville artist Chris Young is prepping his passport as he makes plans for his first shows in Germany while making his second visit to Australia and third trip to London and the UK to bring his 2015 A.M. WORLD TOUR to international audiences.
Album Review: Brinley Addington | ‘Middle Of Nowhere’
With his sophomore release entitled ‘Middle Of Nowhere’, Brinley Addington is showing that the time he has spent under the guidance of Chris Young the last few years is really paying off. Who better to learn from than one of the best male singers in country music today and a charismatic, seasoned performer, Young? Continue Reading →
Brinley Addington Releases “Middle of Nowhere” Impacting Country Radio Now, Available On Play MPE
After spending the past few years developing his artistry under the guidance of Chris Young, Tennessee native Brinley Addington is back and stronger than ever with the release of his new single “Middle Of Nowhere,” the title track from his upcoming sophomore album. With veteran producer Phil O’Donnell and up-and-coming producer, Aaron Eshuis, the single is impacting radio now and available on Play MPE. Continue Reading →
CHRIS YOUNG SCORES #1 SINGLE WITH “WHO I AM WITH YOU
Chris Young is having fun! His single, “Who I Am With You,” sits atop the Mediabase Country Singles Chart, it has been certified Gold, and he’s spending the summer doing what he loves most, on the road performing for the fans. “Yeah, I’m pretty happy right now,” said the singer-songwriter who has 6 #1 singles to his credit. Continue Reading →
DIERKS BENTLEY TO PERFORM AT THE AXIS POWERED BY MONSTER AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 1
Award-winning singer/songwriter Dierks Bentley will bring his RISER 2014 tour to The AXIS Powered by Monster at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Friday, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. The country superstar will be joined by special guests Chris Young, Chase Rice and Jon Pardi. Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 9 at 10 a.m.
“This tour is the culmination of everything I’ve been working on for the past two years, both out on the road and in the studio recording RISER,” said Bentley. “The guys opening the show and getting the party started all know how to put on a great live show, and when it comes time for my set, I can promise that we are going big! I have never been more excited about a tour.”
Tickets range in price from $37 – $75, plus applicable tax and fees, and may be purchased online at ticketmaster.com or in-person at The AXIS box office at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
See what critics had to say about Dierks Bentley:
“On his latest, Riser, Dierks Bentley again elevates himself above the rest of the country pack.” – People
“Dierks Bentley is here to save country music.” – Washington Times
“Bluegrass, outlaw and honky-tonk music and lyrics were better represented on Saturday night than has been typical for recent country shows.” - The Roanoke Times
“Bentley took crowd participation to new levels…” – The Reading Eagle
About Dierks Bentley:
Bentley lifted the tour name from his newly-released studio album RISER. Its title track is a song about resilience and determination and sets the tone of the album demonstrating a new artistic depth and an extra level of intensity for Bentley. Throughout his unpredictable career, Bentley has mixed elements of modern country, classic country, bluegrass and rock, maintaining an unmistakable identity while constantly reinventing his sound. His last album HOME debuted at No. one on the Billboard Country Album Charts and spawned three consecutive chart-topping hits, marking 11 career No. one songs for Bentley as a singer and songwriter. His five previous studio albums have sold more than five million copies and earned 11 GRAMMY nominations, countless CMA, ACM and CMT nominations and membership at the Grand Ole Opry.
About Chris Young:
Declared “one of country music’s most reliable hitmakers” by USA Today, Chris Young continues to deliver with five No. one singles, four highly acclaimed albums and Grammy, CMA, ACM and CMT nominations to his credit. The 28-year old is lighting up audiences across the country in 2014 with his latest single, “Who I Am With You.”
About Chase Rice:
Within a few short years of moving to Nashville, Chase Rice has established himself as a rising star with sold-out shows across the country and the chart-topping success of his new EP Ready Set Roll and single of the same name.
About Jon Pardi:
California native and Capitol Records rising country star Jon Pardi brings all the energy of his boisterous live show to his debut album, Write You A Song. Pardi’s Bakersfield-influenced, straight-forward brand of country prevails in Top 10 hit “Up All Night,” “Missin’ You Crazy” and his latest raucous tune, “What I Can’t Put Down.”
THE AXIS POWERED BY MONSTER
The AXIS Powered by Monster is the newly-renovated 7,000-seat theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, which opened on Dec. 27, 2013 with the venue’s first artist-in-residence, Britney Spears and her show,“Britney: Piece of Me.” Partnered with the world’s leading promoter of live entertainment, Live Nation Entertainment, The AXIS marks Live Nation’s first significant alliance with a venue of this size in Las Vegas. Through its exclusive, long-term partnership, Live Nation is dedicated to securing an impressive set of resident headliners and top touring acts to the venue. With a nod to the growing importance of nightlife to the Las Vegas visitor experience, The AXIS also features in innovative dance floor and VIP table seating concept that allows guests a one-of-a-kind concert experience that is made even more exceptional by the nightlife-oriented service provided by Drai’s Management Group.
PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino is the newest member of the Caesars Entertainment family in Las Vegas and is a full partner in Total Rewards™. With 2,500 beautifully designed guest rooms and suites showcasing some of the best views in town, Planet Hollywood encompasses more than 100,000 square-feet of gaming, several lounges, ten restaurants including Gordon Ramsay BurGR, KOI, Strip House, the award-winning Spice Market Buffet and LA’s Pink’s Hot Dogs, and the Planet Hollywood Spa by Mandara. The resort is also home to one of pop music’s biggest superstars Britney Spears’ brand new show, “Britney: Piece of Me.” The property is encircled by Miracle Mile Shops with more 170 specialty stores and restaurants. For more information, visitwww.planethollywoodresort.com. Find Planet Hollywood on Facebook and follow onTwitter.
LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Artist Nation Management and Live Nation Media/Sponsorship. For additional information, visitwww.livenation.com/investors .
Chris Young Celebrates Singles Awareness Week
RCA Records artist Chris Young is getting in touch with his romantic side, as www.chrisyoungcountry.com launches a Valentine’s e-card campaign to share with his fans. Starting today through the 14th, the love-struck can visit HERE to create and share a personalized Valentine’s Day E-card with friends via e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. There are an assortment of designs to choose from, including one in celebration of “Singles Awareness Week,” all featuring fun shots of People’s Sexy Man of the Week and Country Weekly’s Hottest Bachelor. Continue Reading →
