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List Of Upcoming Shows At Ryman Auditorium Including Kip Moore And More

By on January 19, 2021 in In The Press, Press Releases

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multi-platinum singer/songwriter Kip Moore has toured the world headlining his own shows, earning acclaim and a rabid fanbase as an all-in performer. He wrapped a run of 40 sold-out headlining shows in the U.S., U.K. and Canada at the beginning of 2020 and now Moore is set to headline the “Mother Church” on Feb. 12 at 8 pm CT. While in-venue tickets have sold out, fans around the world can tune in to the intimate virtual concert experience that will bring the sounds of the historic Ryman Auditorium direct to their home. Tickets for the livestream are $16 in advance and $21 day of show and are available now at ryman.com.

Praised by Noisey as “an uncompromising, genre-defying artist firing on all cylinders” Moore has blazed his own trail. Moore just released his revered fourth studio album with PEOPLE declaring “Wild World is filled with bold signposts about the enigmatic artist, his rebel appetite and his ‘reckless heart'” and spawning his recent Top 15 single “She’s Mine.” The current CMA “International Artist Achievement Award” nominee first splashed into the mainstream with the double-PLATINUM “Somethin’ ‘Bout a Truck” in 2012, then followed up with three more best selling No. 1s (“Hey Pretty Girl,” “Beer Money” and “More Girls Like You”), a trio of ambitious, critically-praised albums and two gritty EPs that landed Moore on multiple “Best Of” lists. For more information visit kipmoore.net.

A portion of proceeds will go to benefit ACM Lifting Lives® — an initiative from the Academy of Country Music dedicated to improving lives through the power of music.

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED – ON SALE NOW

The Allman Family Revival – A Sonic Celebration of Gregg Allman’s Life and Legacy
Feb. 13 – 8 pm CST

Socially distanced live concert and a worldwide livestream to celebrate the birthday of the iconic musician, songwriter and founding member of the legendary Allman Brothers Band, Gregg Allman. The show features Allman’s son Devon as the host and a roster of celebrated acts including The Allman Betts Band, special guests Jimmy Hall (Wet Willie), Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi Allstars), Shannon McNally, Alex Orbison, JD Simo, Patrick Sweany and more to be announced soon. Limited in-person tickets remain. Livestream available for $15.

DREW & ELLIE HOLCOMB
Feb. 14 – 7:30 pm CST

Experience a very special Valentine’s with Drew and Ellie Holcomb at historic Ryman Auditorium on February 14. Drew and Ellie will share stories and songs for one night only. In-person sold out. Livestream available for $20.

WHERE: Ryman Auditorium, 116 FIFTH AVENUE NORTH, NASHVILLE, TN 37219
Ryman Auditorium strictly complies with safety regulations that include socially distanced seating, mandatory masks for all guests and staff, and enhanced cleaning practices. For complete details, seating chart and more information about the safety precautions, please visit ryman.com.

Tickets on sale now. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit ryman.com.

About Ryman Auditorium
A National Historic Landmark, Ryman Auditorium was built by Captain Thomas G. Ryman in 1892. Ryman Auditorium is a 12-time winner of the prestigious Pollstar Theatre of the Year award. The historic venue is well-known as the Mother Church of Country Music and is the most famous former home of Grand Ole Opry (1943-1974). The Ryman has been featured in numerous film and television projects including Coal Miner’s Daughter, The Johnny Cash Show, American Idol, Nashville, and more. While offering a diverse lineup and thriving concert schedule (with over 200 shows per year), the venue is also open for daytime tours year-round. A coveted under-play for many, her iconic stage has seen the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Mumford and Sons, and Tom Petty in recent years. Ryman Auditorium is owned by Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP), a Nashville-based REIT that also owns and operates the Grand Ole Opry, 650 AM WSM and Ole Red. For more information, visit ryman.com.

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STYX Brings 2020 World Tour To Historic Ryman Auditorium This Spring

By on March 1, 2020 in In The Press, Press Releases
Photo credit: Jason Powell

STYX,the first band in rock history to land four consecutive certified multi-million selling albums in a row, has announced its highly anticipated return to Nashville‘s historic Ryman Auditorium on Saturday, May 23.The concert stop in Music City is part of the group’s 2020 World Tour.

Tickets for An Evening with STYX go on sale this Friday, February 28 at 10 a.m. / CT and will be available for purchase at Ticketmaster.com, STYXWorld.com and the Ryman Auditorium box office.

The six men comprising STYX have committed to “Rockin’ the Paradise” together with audiences far and wide by entering their second decade of averaging over 100 shows a year. Each band member is determined to make the next show better than the last.

“Standing on the wood floor of the Ryman, especially center stage, it’s impossible to resist thinking about all the legendary artists and important music that’s been performed there over the years,” says STYX frontman and guitarist Tommy Shaw. “It’s an honor to return and offer up another night of STYX music as we rock those historic walls, halls, pews and windows. Come join us!”

About STYX
STYXdraws from over four decades of barn-burning chart hits, joyous singalongs, and hard-driving deep cuts. Like a symphony that builds to a satisfying crescendo, a STYXset covers a wide range of stylistic cornerstones. From the progressively sweeping splendor that is “The Grand Illusion” to the hunker-down fortitude of all that is the “Blue Collar Man,” from the majestic spiritual love for a special “Lady” to the poignant rumination on the fleeting nature of fame in “Miss America,” from an individual yearning for true connection as a “Man in the Wilderness” to a soul-deep quest to achieve what’s at the heart of one’s personal vision in “Crystal Ball,” from the regal reach-for-the-stars bravado of “Come Sail Away” to the grainy all-in gallop of that rugged “Renegade” who had it made, STYXdraws on an unlimited cache of ways to immerse one’s mind and body in their signature sound.

After 14 years, STYX’s sonically sweet 16th studio album and its most ambitious, most challenging, and most rewarding album to date, THE MISSION, was finally released June 16, 2017 on the band’s label, Alpha Dog 2T/UMe. The highly anticipated two-disc reissue of THE MISSION was released on July 27, 2018 via Alpha Dog 2T/UMe, which includes a CD of the original album, as well as a Blu-ray of THE MISSION mixed in 5.1 Surround Sound accompanied by stunning visualizations for each of the album’s 14 songs based on the album artwork. THE MISSION originally debuted on various Billboard charts, including: #6 Top Rock Albums, #11 Physical Albums, #11 Vinyl Albums, #13 Current Albums, #14 Billboard Top Albums, #16 Retail, #17 Mass Merch/Non-Traditional, #29 Digital Albums, and #45 Billboard 200 (includes catalog and streaming).

Tommy Shaw, James “JY” Young, Lawrence Gowan, Todd Sucherman and Ricky Phillips (along with the occasional surprise appearance by original bassist Chuck Panozzo), have performed more live since ’99 than all of the previous years of its career combined. Two Super Bowl appearances, Pollstar Box Office chart-topping tours with Def Leppard, Journey, Boston, REO Speedwagon, Bad Company (to name only a few), two more studio albums and no end in sight, STYX continues to conquer the planet, one venue at a time.

For more information on STYX, visit STYXworld.com. 
About Outback Presents

Outback Presents is an independent, full-service concert and comedy promoter based in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition to producing hundreds of concerts and events each year, ranging from clubs to arenas across the country and Canada, Outback Presents also produces the Nashville Comedy Festival. Outback Presents President Mike Smardak was a 2011 inductee of the IEBA Hall of Fame. In November of 2016, Smardak was honored with a distinguished NATD Award alongside Nashville’s most recognized members of the entertainment industry. In March of 2018, Smardak was honored by the T.J. Martell Foundation with the Tony Martell Outstanding Entertainment Achievement Award. Promoter Andrew Farwell was voted IEBA Rookie of the Year in 2014.   For more information on Outback Presents, visit outbackpresents.com.

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Songwriters Celebrated At Inaugural Nashville Songwriter Awards

By on September 20, 2018 in In The Press

A packed house at the RYMAN on Wednesday September 19th celebrated the inaugural Nashville Songwriter Awards, presented by the Nashville Songwriters Association International and City National Bank. The top honor of the night, ‘Song of the Year’ was awarded to Matt Dragstrem, Ben Hayslip, and Josh Thompson for “I’ll Name The Dogs,” recorded by Blake Shelton. Ashley Gorley was recognized as ‘Songwriter of the Year’ for the 4th time, and Brandon Lancaster received the award for ‘Songwriter-Artist of the Year.’

The evening included stories, videos, and incredible performances by some of today’s hottest artists who filled the RYMAN to honor the songs, songwriters, and those dedicated to the songwriting community. Performers included Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Jamey Johnson, Chris Janson, LANCO, Kip Moore, Jewel, Darius Rucker, Brantley Gilbert, Travis Denning, and more!

“The first ever Nashville Songwriter Awards was a joyous celebration of songwriters, stars, and the real stars of the show: THE SONGS. It was a great evening of great writers with the great artists they write for and with, a whirlwind of music and moments honoring our champions, our heroes and the best songwriters among us.” – Steve Bogard (NSAI Board President)

Additional honorees of the evening included Bill Anderson recognized with the Kris Kristofferson Lifetime Achievement Award, Congressman Doug Collins, who was honored with the White Hat Award, and Cary Sherman, who was honored with the Stephen Foster Award. The annual awards are set to return to the Ryman Auditorium Fall 2019.

2018 AWARD WINNERS

SONG OF THE YEAR
“I’LL NAME THE DOGS” Written by Matt Dragstrem, Ben Hayslip, Josh Thompson

Matt Dragstrem, Josh Thompson, Blake Shelton, and Ben Hayslip, celebrate backstage after “I’ll Name the Dogs,” was named NSAI 2018 ‘Song of the Year’

SONGWRITER/ARTIST OF THE YEAR
BRANDON LANCASTER

Brandon Lancaster honored as NSAI 2018 ‘Songwriter-Artist of the Year’

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR
ASHLEY GORLEY

NSAI 2018 ‘Songwriter of the Year,’ Ashley Gorley with wife, Mandy Gorley

KRIS KRISTOFFERSON LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
BILL ANDERSON
Given in recognition to a songwriter whose works have made a significant
contribution to the American songbook and who has inspired the careers of others.

Bill Anderson (pictured with Steve Bogard – NSAI President) received the Kris Kristofferson Lifetime Achievement Award

THE WHITE HAT AWARD
CONGRESSMAN DOUG COLLINS
Bestowed by the NSAI Board of Directors to an individual who has significantly
served the American songwriting community.

Pictured L-R: Steve Bogard (NSAI President), Darius Rucker, Bart Herbison (NSAI Executive Director), Cong. Doug Collins (GA), recipient of The White Hat Award, and Lee Thomas Miller (NSAI Former President)

STEPHEN FOSTER AWARD
CARY SHERMAN
Given in recognition of a lifetime of dedication to music creators and the recording industry.

RIAA Chairman and CEO, and NSAI ‘Stephen Foster Award’ recipient, Cary Sherman and Jewel backstage at the RYMAN

TEN ‘SONGS I WISH I’D WRITTEN’ AWARDS
Each year, the highly-coveted Ten Songs I Wish I’d Written Awards are voted on by Professional Songwriter Members of NSAI honoring the work of their songwriter peers. Songs eligible for the award have at least one Nashville-based writer and charted in the Top 20 of Billboard Airplay chart in the Christian, Country, Mainstream Top 40, and/or Rock genres between July 1, 2017, and April 30, 2018. The NSAI Song Of The Year is the highest vote-getter.

“Broken Halos” – Written by: Mike Henderson, Chris Stapleton
“Every Little Thing” – Written by: busbee, Carly Pearce, Emily Shackelton
“Five More Minutes” – Written by: Monty Criswell, Scotty McCreery, Frank Rogers
“I Could Use A Love Song” – Written by: Maren Morris, Jimmy Robbins, Laura Veltz
“I Lived It” – Written by: Rhett Akins, Ross Copperman, Ashley Gorley, Ben Hayslip
“It Ain’t My Fault” – Written by: Lee Thomas Miller, John Osborne, T.J. Osborne
“Marry Me” – Written by: Jesse Frasure, Ashley Gorley, Shane McAnally, Thomas Rhett
“Most People Are Good” – Written by: David Frasier, Ed Hill, Josh Kear
“Written In The Sand” – Written by: Shane McAnally, Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen, Brad Tursi
“Yours If You Want It” – Written by: Andrew Dorff, Jonathan Singleton

Writers of the NSAI 2018 Ten ‘Songs I Wish I’d Written’ Awards take the stage to celebrate

Sponsors:Presenting Sponsor – City National Bank. Special thanks to our additional supporting sponsors: Academy of Country Music, Hotel Indigo, Jack Daniels, Loeb & Loeb, National Association of Broadcasters/Tennessee Association of Broadcasters, Recording Academy, Recording Industry Association of America, Soundexchange, and Visit Music City.

 

About City National: With $48.7 billion in assets, City National Bank provides banking, investment and trust services through 72 offices, including 19 full-service regional centers, in Southern California, the San Francisco Bay Area, Nevada, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Minneapolis and Washington, D.C. In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $64.9 billion in client investment assets.

City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. RBC serves more than 16 million personal, business, public sector and institutional clients through offices in Canada, the United States and 34 other countries. For more information about City National, visit the company’s website at cnb.com.

About NSAI: Established in 1967, the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) is the world’s largest not-for-profit songwriters trade organization and has a membership of more than 5,000 spanning the United States and eight (8) foreign countries. Consisting of a body of creative minds, including songwriters from all genres of music, professional and amateur, for over 50 years, NSAI has been committed to protecting the rights and future of the profession of songwriting, as well as carrying a commitment to educate, elevate, and celebrate the songwriter, acting as a unifying force within the music community and the community at large. For more information, visit nashvillesongwriters.com.

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KD Lang “Ingenue” Redux Tour: Nashville Welcomes Sold Out Ryman Performance

By on September 16, 2018 in Music, The Latest
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of her Grammy winning studio recording “Ingenue”, KD
Lang made her presence known in Nashville Sunday night, performing to a sold out Ryman Auditorium audience. Lang’s live show was filled with simple, yet elaborate stage production, bringing an impeccable 8 piece band of players that truly complimented her rich and resonate vocal stylings.
The concept of this tour was to reintroduce the timeless songs from her second solo album “Ingenue”. Although the album was released in 1992, KD Lang has always been an artist that has seemed to be ahead of her time, receiving critical acclaim and never being one to be put in a box.

“Constant Craving” was the first single released from the album. It peaked at number 8 in Lang’s native Canada, number 38 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 15 on the UK Singles Chart when re-released, becoming her biggest solo hit single there. “Constant Craving” inspired The Rolling Stones’ 1997 single, “Anybody Seen My Baby?”, from their Bridges to Babylon album, with the result that the Stones gave writing credits on that song to Lang and her collaborator Ben Mink.

 

“Miss Chatelaine” was released as the second single from the album. The song’s video depicted Lang, who was usually best known for a fairly androgynous appearance, in an exaggeratedly feminine manner, surrounded by bright pastel colours and a profusion of bubbles reminiscent of a performance on the Lawrence Welk show, complete with an accordion in the instrumentation.

 

A third single, “The Mind of Love”, was also released.

 

Both “Save Me” and “Still Thrives This Love” were used in the 2003 Showtime film Soldier’s Girl.

 

Lang has humorously called herself a one hit wonder, but her longevity has sustained, building a global and diverse fan base, categorizing her as one of the worlds modern day crooners. Her Nashville appearance was nothing short of exemplifying a music icon with continued longevity and an evident connection with her listeners. Focus on the 615 applauds KD Lang with a standing ovation and leaves us hoping for her to create more music in the future.

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For KING & COUNTRY Adds A Second Show At Ryman Auditorium

By on August 25, 2018 in In The Press

Two-time GRAMMY® award-winning duo for KING & COUNTRY just released their new song “Amen,” and a breathtaking music video to go with it, which was added to Spotify’s “New Music Friday” Playlist today. This marks the fourth instant grat track from their highly anticipated album Burn the Ships, out October 5th. You can watch the video HERE.

“A year and a half ago, Luke came into the studio and shared a personal story,” reflects Joel Smallbone, one half of for KING & COUNTRY. “That personal story ended up becoming this song. He had heard the minister speak about the meaning of baptism and Luke felt compelled to make that statement once again as an adult. There was a tangible moment as he rose out of the water where time stood still, and a new day had begun. This story of death to life became our song, ‘Amen.’ We chose to film this music video in the Salt Flats of Utah, which is the flattest place on the earth. The location resonated with the dark and desolate life without great hope.”

The groundbreaking new video seamlessly takes for KING & COUNTRY on an epic journey where they brave the elements and find salvation through persistence and belief.  The message of the song is portrayed expertly in the video, showing that while every voyage may have its moments of desperation, it’s faith and determination that can turn the darkness into light. From braving a desert rainstorm, to experiencing beautiful underwater landscapes, this music video is an absolute visual treat.

The band has also announced the Burn the Ships | Album Release Tour, presented by AEG, in support of their upcoming record. Due to a SOLD-OUT show at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, TN, on October 14th, for KING & COUNTRY added a matinee show.  To purchase tickets, CLICK HERE. Fans will get an even closer look at the duo, as the tour includes some of America’s most intimate venues across the country. The 11-show trek kicks off on October 2nd and will stop in major U.S. cities like New York, Nashville, Dallas, Denver, Seattle, with more shows to be added due to high demand.

“joy,” the lead single from for KING & COUNTRY’s forthcoming album, is No. 1 for a second week and has received over 12.9 million streams. “joy.” was included on USA Today/The Tennessean’s “Best Songs of the Year” (so far) all-genre list, proclaiming “’joy.’ is an infectious, upbeat anthem about choosing to be joyful in the face of hardship.” “joy.” reached No. 1 on the Australia TCM Top 30 Chart, Billboard NCA Chart, Mediabase Hot AC Chart, and Canadian Radio Chart. Furthermore, their previous instant grat track “God Only Knows” reached Top 50 on Spotify’s Top 50 Global and Viral 50 USA charts.

CLICK HERE to pre-order for KING & COUNTRY’s upcoming album Burn the Ships.

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Dustin Lynch Added To The Lineup For “Gretsch Presents The Fifth Annual GEORGIA ON MY MIND” On June 26th

By on June 22, 2018 in In The Press
The “Gretsch Presents the Fifth Annual Georgia On My Mind” benefit concert is a Peach State jam that just got sweeter with the addition of Dustin Lynch to the impressive lineup. SiriusXM’s Storme Warren will emcee the event Tuesday, June 26 (7:30 PM/CDT) at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
The celebration of the Peach State’s musical mavericks and chart-topping songwriters is hosted by the Peach Pickers – Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Ben Hayslip – and benefits the Georgia Music Foundation, which supports music education and cultural enrichment programs in the state.

 

Previously announced performers this year include Lauren Alaina, John Berry, Kristian Bush of Sugarland, Travis Denning, Randy Houser, Chris Janson, Jamey Johnson,Trea Landon, Michael Ray, and songwriters Pat Alger and Tony Arata, who are the recipients of the Georgia Music Foundation Flamekeeper Award, which is presented to individuals whose tireless work preserves and promotes Georgia’s musical roots and traditions.

 

Tickets are available now for $54.50 and $44.50 via Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com, ryman.com,or by calling (800) 745-3000.

 

Tickets often sell out prior to the concert, which has gained a reputation over the past four years for surprise appearances by unannounced guests. Friends joining the Peach Pickers have included Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Big Boi of Outkast, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Kip Moore, T. Graham Brown, Amy Ray of the Indigo Girls, Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie, Lee Brice, Craig Campbell, Tyler Farr, Otis Redding III, Dexter Redding, Billy Currington, Drivin’ N Cryin’, Brent Cobb, Jon Langston, Cole Taylor, and many more.

 

This year, the Peach Pickers welcome Gretsch, the fourth-generation musical instruments company headquartered in Pooler, GA, as presenting sponsor. In celebration of its 135th anniversary this year, Gretsch has generously donated one of its USA Custom drum kits valued at more than $5,000 to be auctioned off online by Your Roctioneer via the GiveSmart platform. The auction, which is live now, will end during intermission at the June 26 concert at the Ryman. The drum kit will be played by the house band during the concert, then delivered or shipped to the auction winner. To register and bid online, visit https://gamusic.auction-bid.org/microsite/.

 

The Georgia Music Foundation, a non-profit organization established in 1994, has distributed nearly $300,000 in grants to deserving music education, preservation and outreach programs since the first “Georgia On My Mind” concert was held in 2014. Proceeds from the 2017 concert benefitted 17 schools and non-profit organizations. Among the recipients were Nuçi’s Space in Athens for its annual Camp Amped summer camp; the Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House in Macon for its 2018 outreach programs; and the Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics in Hephzibah for the purchase of Orff instruments. Info on the grant program is available at www.georgiamusicfoundation.org.
About thePeach Pickers: All Georgia natives, the Peach Pickers have accumulated more than 70 No. 1 songs collectively and individually since 2010 and earned numerous awards and accolades. Their respective catalogs include hit songs “I Don’t Want This Night To End,” “All About Tonight,” “Gimmie That Girl,” “Just A Kiss,” “When She Says Baby,” “Boys Round Here,” “It Goes Like This,” “We Owned The Night,” “I Don’t Dance,” “I’m Gonna Love You Through It,” “Point At You,” “That’s My Kind Of Night,” “Rain Is A Good Thing,” “Small Town Throwdown,” “Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day,” “Star of the Show,” and many more.

 

Platinum sponsor Georgia Tourism is proud to feature native Jason Aldean on the cover of the 2018 Georgia Travel Guide. Free copies are available at www.exploregeorgia.org.
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Gretsch Presents The 5th Annual Georgia On My Mind Benefit Concert June 26th

By on June 15, 2018 in In The Press
Georgia is on the minds of music lovers as the list of performers continues to grow with the announcement today that John Berry, Kristian Bush of Sugarland, Jamey Johnson, and Randy Houser, as well as Trea Landon have been added to the impressive lineup. The “Gretsch Presents the Fifth Annual Georgia On My Mind” benefit concert will be hosted for the first time by SiriusXM’s Storme Warren and held Tuesday, June 26 (7:30 PM/CDT) at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville. 

 

The celebration of the Peach State’s musical mavericks and chart-topping songwriters is hosted by the Peach Pickers – Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Ben Hayslip – and benefits the Georgia Music Foundation, which supports music education and cultural enrichment programs in the state. Previously announced performers this year include Lauren Alaina, Travis Denning, Chris Janson, Michael Ray, and songwriters Pat Alger and Tony Arata, who are the recipients of the Georgia Music Foundation Flamekeeper Award, which is presented to individuals whose tireless work preserves and promotes Georgia’s musical roots and traditions.

 

Tickets are available now for $54.50 and $44.50 via Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com, ryman.com,or by calling (800) 745-3000.

 

Tickets often sell out prior to the concert, which has gained a reputation over the past four years for surprise appearances by unannounced guests. Friends joining the Peach Pickers have included Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Big Boi of Outkast, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Kip Moore, T. Graham Brown, Amy Ray of the Indigo Girls, Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie, Lee Brice, Craig Campbell, Tyler Farr, Otis Redding III, Dexter Redding, Billy Currington, Drivin’ N Cryin’, Brent Cobb, Jon Langston, Cole Taylor, and many more. 

 

“This is as close to a Georgia homecoming as you are going to get in Tennessee,” explained Davidson, who also chairs the Georgia Music Foundation Board of Directors. “The popularity and success of this event is so rewarding because it celebrates our homegrown talent and allows us to give back to deserving music education programs.”

 

This year, the Peach Pickers welcome Gretsch, the fourth-generation musical instruments company headquartered in Pooler, GA, as presenting sponsor. In celebration of its 135th anniversary this year, Gretsch has generously donated one of its USA Custom drum kits valued at more than $5,000 to be auctioned off online by Your Roctioneer via the GiveSmart platform. The auction, which is live now, will end during intermission at the June 26 concert at the Ryman. The drum kit will be played by the house band during the concert, then delivered or shipped to the auction winner. To register and bid online, visit https://gamusic.auction-bid.org/microsite/.

 

The Georgia Music Foundation, a non-profit organization established in 1994, has distributed nearly $300,000 in grants to deserving music education, preservation and outreach programs since the first “Georgia On My Mind” concert was held in 2014. Proceeds from the 2017 concert benefitted 17 schools and non-profit organizations. Among the recipients were Nuçi’s Space in Athens for its annual Camp Amped summer camp; the Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House in Macon for its 2018 outreach programs; and the Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics in Hephzibah for the purchase of Orff instruments. Info on the grant program is available at www.georgiamusicfoundation.org.

 

About thePeach Pickers: All Georgia natives, the Peach Pickers have accumulated more than 70 No. 1 songs collectively and individually since 2010 and earned numerous awards and accolades. Their respective catalogs include hit songs “I Don’t Want This Night To End,” “All About Tonight,” “Gimmie That Girl,” “Just A Kiss,” “When She Says Baby,” “Boys Round Here,” “It Goes Like This,” “We Owned The Night,” “I Don’t Dance,” “I’m Gonna Love You Through It,” “Point At You,” “That’s My Kind Of Night,” “Rain Is A Good Thing,” “Small Town Throwdown,” “Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day,” “Star of the Show,” and many more.
Platinum sponsor Georgia Tourism is proud to feature native Jason Aldean on the cover of the 2018 Georgia Travel Guide. Free copies are available at www.exploregeorgia.org.
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Stars For Second Harvest 2018

By on June 13, 2018 in Music, Special Events, The Latest

Every year the Second Harvest Food Bank along with Big Loud Records puts on a show, “Stars for Second Harvest”, at the Ryman auditorium.  This year did not disappoint. The event was emceed by hit writer, Craig Wiseman, founder of Big Loud Records, who began the night with an amazing round of number one tunesmiths.  

After the round of “Redneck”, “Before He Cheats” and all the other chart toppers, our ears were treated to the lovely Jillian Jaqueline.  You may know Jillian by her debut single, “Reasons” and hit “God Bless This Mess”.

The always-engaging Jake Owen rocked our faces off and brought down the house with “I Was Jack, You Were Diane”. 

But, the one to watch is eleven-year-old Mason Ramsey and his incredible, pint-sized yodeling and guitar performance.  Be sure to catch his totally cute single “Famous”.  This child sensation appeared on Ellen and is slated to be everywhere in 2019.

The roster for the evening coupled with the venue made this year’s “Stars for Second Harvest” the perfect kickoff for the CMA Music Festival.

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Star-Packed Lineup Announced For “Gretsch Presents The Fifth Annual GEORGIA ON MY MIND” To Be Held June 26 At The Historic Ryman Auditorium In Nashville

By on May 22, 2018 in In The Press

The “Gretsch Presents the Fifth Annual Georgia On My Mind” benefit concert is a celebration of the Peach State’s musical mavericks and influence on today’s chart-topping hits hosted by the Peach Pickers: Rhett Akins, Dallas Davidson, and Ben Hayslip.

 

The Peach Pickers hand-pick a star-studded group of friends to celebrate the music of their home state with proceeds benefiting the Georgia Music Foundation. Performers this year include Lauren Alaina, Travis Denning, Chris Janson, Michael Ray, songwriters Pat Alger and Tony Arata many more.

 

The event returns to the historic Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday, June 26. Tickets are available now for $54.50 and $44.50 via Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com, ryman.com,or by calling (800) 745-3000.

 

“For Ben, Rhett and I, it’s almost like organizing a bonfire party in South Georgia every year. We call our friends, they call their friends and we all get together, play the songs we love and tell stories,” said Davidson, who chairs the Georgia Music Foundation. “The fact that the last four concerts have allowed us to donate nearly $300,000 to the Georgia Music Foundation and support music education programs all over our home state is icing on the cake.”

 

Tickets often sell out prior to the concert and surprise guests join the fun each year. Over the past four years, friends joining the Peach Pickers on stage have included Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Big Boi of Outkast, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Kip Moore, T. Graham Brown, Amy Ray of the Indigo Girls, Jimmy Hall of Wet Willie, Randy Houser, Lee Brice, Craig Campbell, Tyler Farr, Otis Redding III, Dexter Redding, Billy Currington, Drivin’ N Cryin’, Brent Cobb, Trea Landon, Jon Langston, Cole Taylor, and many more.

 

Nashville Songwriters Hall of Famers Pat Alger and Tony Arata will be on hand to perform and receive the Georgia Music Foundation Flamekeeper Award given since 2014 to individuals whose tireless work preserves and promotes Georgia’s musical roots and traditions. Past recipients include Jason Aldean; Deanna Brown-Thomas, daughter of James Brown; Karla Redding-Andrews, Dexter Redding and Otis Redding III, children of Otis Redding; and Georgia Governor Nathan Deal.

 

This year, the Peach Pickers welcome Gretsch, the fourth-generation musical instruments company headquartered in Pooler, GA, as a presenting sponsor. Fred Gretsch, President of The Gretsch Company, said, “As we celebrate our 135th anniversary as a family business run by Dinah Gretsch and me, we are honored to support the Peach Pickers and present ‘Georgia On My Mind.’ The Gretsch family’s goal is enriching lives through participation in music and we’ve seen how proceeds from previous years’ concerts have impacted music education programs around the state of Georgia.”

 

The Georgia Music Foundation, a non-profit organization established in 1994, has distributed nearly $300,000 in grants to deserving music education, preservation and outreach programs since the first “Georgia On My Mind” concert was held in 2014. Proceeds from the 2017 concert benefitted 17 schools and non-profit organizations. Among the recipients were Nuçi’s Space in Athens for its annual Camp Amped summer camp; the Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House in Macon for its 2018 outreach programs; and the Georgia School for Innovation and the Classics in Hephzibah for the purchase of Orff instruments.

Info on the grant program is available at www.georgiamusicfoundation.org.

 

About the Peach Pickers: All Georgia natives, the Peach Pickers have accumulated more than 70 No. 1 songs collectively and individually since 2010 and earned numerous awards and accolades. Their respective catalogs include hit songs “I Don’t Want
This Night To End,” “All About Tonight,” “Gimmie That Girl,” “Just A Kiss,” “When She Says Baby,” “Boys Round Here,” “It Goes Like This,” “We Owned The Night,” “I Don’t Dance,” “I’m Gonna Love You Through It,” “Point At You,” “That’s My Kind Of Night,” “Rain Is A Good Thing,” “Small Town Throwdown,” “Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day,” “Star of the Show,” and many more.

 

Platinum sponsor Georgia Tourism is proud to feature native Jason Aldean on the cover of the 2018 Georgia Travel Guide. Free copies are available at www.exploregeorgia.org.

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Bobby Bones Reveals Full Lineup For Million Dollar Show On 1/22

By on December 2, 2017 in In The Press
Tickets On Sale NOW for Special Event, Featuring Performances from Country’s Hottest Acts Including Keith Urban, Darius Rucker,
Maren Morris, Dan + Shay, Luke Combs and More 


iHeartMedia’s Bobby Bones has announced Bobby Bones & The Raging Idiots’ Million Dollar Show 3, the annual staple to raise money for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, set for January 22, 2018 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The show will feature Bobby Bones & The Raging Idiots, the musical comedy band composed of Bones and sidekick Producer Eddie from The Bobby Bones Show, as well as several of today’s biggest country acts including Keith Urban, Darius Rucker, Maren Morris, Dan + Shay and Luke Combs along with newcomer Nikita Karmen and other surprise guests. Tickets for the event went on sale Friday, December 1 at 10:00am CT at ragingidiots.com or Ticketmaster.com.

Every Million Dollar Show so far has quickly sold out, having raised more than six million dollars for St. Jude to date. 


About Bobby Bones
Inducted into the National Radio Hall Of Fame as the youngest honoree ever, Bobby Bones has been dubbed “the most powerful man in country music” (Forbes). His nationally syndicated radio show reaches millions of listeners on 100+ stations and recently garnered a Country Music Association award for “National Broadcast Personality of the Year.” His popular podcast, BobbyCast, a “treasure trove of unusually candid anecdotes…” (Washington Post), has 80+ episodes and more than 2 million downloads. Bones sits down with top artists and songwriters – Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, John Mayer and Chris Stapleton to name a few – for in-depth personal interviews. The podcast’s overwhelming success has paved the way for Bones to launch the Nashville Podcast Network, an eclectic collection of seven podcasts from a variety of Nashville-savvy hosts, giving listeners an inside look at the lifestyle and pop culture in Nashville. His memoir, BARE BONES: I’M NOT LONELY IF YOU’RE READING THIS BOOK (Dey Street Books), landed at #1 on the New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal Bestsellers Lists.
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