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#MusicHealsEverything | [Video] Little Big Town & Cheap Trick Talk About The Healing Power Of Music

By on May 20, 2016 in Music Heals Everything

@littlebigtown & #cheaptrick on the red carpet of #MusicBiz2016 awards today!

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Caught up with Little Big Town and Cheap Trick on the red carpet at the Music Biz 2016 awards where they were both being honored.  Here are their thoughts about the healing and hope that can be found in music.

Watch the video below, and be sure to check out Tom Petersson (Cheap Trick’s bassist & co-founding member) and his wife’s foundation for more musical healing at: www.rockyourvoice.com.  He talks about it briefly at the end of this short video.

Have you got your own story to share about how music may have inspired you, comforted, or healed you during a difficult time in your life? We’d love to hear about it, and possibly post it right here on the site for others to see! Just email your story to: patrice@focusonthe615.com.  Be sure to include where you’re from and what you do for a living.  

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#MusicHealsEverything | Alison Giese’s Story

By on May 19, 2016 in Music Heals Everything

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Hi Patrice!  My name is Alison Giese and I have 2 songs that have helped me through very difficult times in my life.

The first is “That’s Why I’m Here” by Kenny Chesney.  First off, Kenny is my absolute favorite artist!  But anyways, this song speaks volumes to me because I come from an alcoholic family on both sides.  My dad was always my hero until I was about 9 and realized how much he drank and how it affected everything in his life.  When I heard this song in high school, I realized I wasn’t alone dealing with an alcoholic father.  This song always gave me a look into how alcohol affects families.  I also realized that it is hard on the alcoholic to lose everything they love.  I no longer cry when I hear this song but it definitely was a component of my healing and understanding of the disease. 

The second song was “I’m Movin’ On” by Rascal Flatts.  The emotions packed into this song are indescribable.  This song one day just hit me and gave me such clarity.  When I was 13, I ended my relationship with my father due to his wife telling me I wasn’t part of the family – he ended up standing on her side instead of mine.  I endured many, many, many years of counseling trying to figure out what I did wrong and blaming myself for his wrong decision.  One day I was driving and this song just hit me.  I still get very emotional when I hear this song because the day I heard it was the day I realized it was never my fault and I had to give up on any reconciliation with him because it was just dragging me down.  I don’t ever see a moment when he apologizes or I can completely forgive him, but this song tells me that that is okay and life is way better without the burden of those emotions.  That was the day I gave up all my grudges against him and moved on with my life.  He no longer holds any space in my heart or thoughts and life is so much better.

I have a bunch of other songs that have huge meanings to me, but those two songs are my favorite ones that have helped guide me towards healing.  The way a song can portray emotions blows me away every time and it definitely does heal everything.

Alison Giese lives in Nashville for the past couple of years, before that Austin for 8 years and originally from Grand Junction, CO.  I currently am a department supervisor at Toys R Us.

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#MusicHealsEverything | Roy Greenwood’s Story

By on May 19, 2016 in Music Heals Everything

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I just saw this posted on your website, FOCUS on the 615 and I felt
compelled to write in. I am a 20 year survivor of RSD or Reflex
Sympathetic dystrophy as of this past December. Music has always been a
catalyst in my on going battle. It always seems to be that when I need
that extra spark to get through a tough day when I am on the ropes, a
song comes along that just helps me make it through. Sometimes the
lyrics take me back to a time and place before the RSD and it helps me
recall what life was like long before it. Its also a healing force for
my spouse who not only works full time, but doubles as my care giver
when the need arises. We often forget how much care givers suffer and
endure as much if not more than we do ourselves. Music heals and
inspires us to do things that we ourselves never believe that we can
accomplish.

Also, it was Mary Sarah’s rendition of “Johnny and June” that she sang on “The Voice”. Just touched me and reminded me of the sacrifices that my special ‘June’ has made over the 20 years we have battled my disorder together…

Roy Greenwood is from North Fork, California and is a lead aluminum can artist with sodacanmodels.com.

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#MusicHealsEverything Project: Sharing Stories Of Hope & Healing Through Music

By on May 19, 2016 in Music Heals Everything

Music Heals EverythingHas there been a time in your life when you sought music for comfort and healing that you would like to share with us to be featured on the site, FOCUS on the 615?

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Top 5 Shows Happening In May Around Nashville

By on April 24, 2016 in In The Press

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Well, we thought we’d have a little fun with our friends at DO615! When they asked us to name our top 5 picks for shows to see in Nashville the month of May, we jumped on the opportunity.

So, here they are! Get out there, Nashville peeps, and enjoy some great music in May. You’ll thank us later!

  1. The California Honeydrops opening for Bonnie Raitt at the Ryman Auditorium on May 3rd.   The California Honeydrops are an eclectic mix of pop, funk, jazz, blues, and soul.  Fell in love with their music the first time heard it.   And, who can deny the music of the legendary Bonnie Raitt? This is going to be a stellar show! For more information, price, and tickets: click here
  2. Styx with the Nashville Symphony at ASCEND Amphitheater on May 21st 7pm.  The classic rockers with the full symphony should be an epic evening! For more information, price, and tickets: click here
  3. Charles Kelley with Josh Kelley on May 4th at 3rd and Lindsley at 8pm.  You know, the tall guy from Lady Antebellum! Amazing voice, love his new solo album, and his equally talented brother opening for him. What better way to spend the evening? For more information, price, and tickets: click here
  4. Dean Alexander & the VooDoo Revival at 3rd and Lindsley on May 12th at 7pm. Just go! Trust me on this! Stellar performer. For more information, price, and tickets: click here
  5. Maggie Rose Plus The Morrison Brothers Band : Double EP Release Partyat 8:00 PM (Doors at 6:00 PM )  at 3rd & Lindsley on May 20th at 8pm. Maggie Rose is a powerhouse vocalist. This should be a great show. For more information, price, and tickets: click here

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OFF THE RECORD FASHION SHOW COMBINES MUSIC AND STYLE FOR NIGHT OF HIGH FASHION

By on September 21, 2015 in In The Press

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On the heels of New York Fashion Week in Manhattan, Nashville is gearing up for its own night of high fashion taking place Sunday, Nov. 1Off The Record, with the first round of musical guests and performers for the event being unveiled last week. The Tennessean broke the news, announcing a performance lineup that includes Big Kenny Alphin of Big & Rich, Chase BryantOld DominionThe Cadillac Three and Phil VassarBrooke Eden will be appearing at the event, and Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley and his wife Brittney will showcase designs from their Tribe Kelley line.

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Album Review: Craig Campbell’s ‘Never Regret’

By on May 19, 2013 in Album & Song Reviews

Craig Campbell‘Never Regret’ is the newest 12-song release from country artist Craig Campbell.  It is produced by Keith Stegall & Matt Rovey with Campbell co-writing 6 out the 12 songs on this album. Continue Reading →

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Song Review: “Any Day Is A Good Day” By Amber Hayes

By on May 19, 2013 in Album & Song Reviews

Amber Hayes“Any Day Is A Good Day” sung by Amber Hayes and written by Amber Hayes, Bill DiLuigi and JP Williams is a soft, traditional country ballad.  Hayes’ strong, controlled vocals combined with the thoughtful lyrics and the scaled-back production create a very pleasing song to the listener.  I especially enjoyed the infusion of the steel guitar throughout the song–sadly you don’t hear it quite enough for my taste in many country songs any more.  Continue Reading →

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Chris Young To Sing National Anthem During Aaron’s Dream Weekend At Talladega

By on April 27, 2013 in In The Press

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Two well-known national personalities – country music superstar Chris Young and noted news journalist and recording artist Robin Meade – have been selected to sing the National Anthems during Aaron’s Dream Weekend (May 3-5) at Talladega Superspeedway.

Young will give his rendition of “The Star Spangled Banner” prior to the Saturday, May 4, Aaron’s 312 NASCAR Nationwide Series race, which is scheduled for a 2 pm (CST) start on ESPN. Meade will provide the fans her version on Sunday, May 5, moments before the start of Aaron’s 499 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race, set for a noon (CST) green flag. In addition, Young will deliver Talladega fans an added bonus with a free Saturday night Infield Concert, held near the historic Talladega Boulevard. Continue Reading →

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Amber Hayes Releases New Single, “Any Day Is A Good Day”

By on April 17, 2013 in In The Press
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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.”
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