DIGITAL RODEO EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS WITH LIVE ON BROADWAY SHOW DURING #CMAFEST2016

Lorrie Morgan performs LIVE ON BROADWAY

Photo credit: Moments by Moser

June 9th through 12th fans emerged onto lower Broadway in Nashville for one thing, COUNTRY MUSIC! According to press releases it was revealed over 88,500 fans a day enjoyed the sounds of Nashville. CMA Music Festival is unique to the music world in that it allows the artists and the fans to connect in many ways, and Digtial RodeoTV brought the connection one step further by broadcasting the LIVE ON BROADWAY show from The Valentine worldwide.

The line-up for the 2016 LIVE ON BROADWAY four day stage was stellar to say the least! Fans had opportunities to be up close and personal with the artists as sang along with iconic and memorable hit songs by some of the industries biggest name artists including: Aaron Tippin (“You’ve Got To Stand For Something", 'Kiss this"), Collin Raye (“Love, Me”,"That’s My Story"), Jimmy Fortune ("Elizabeth",“My Only Love”), Johnny Lee ("Lookin' For Love"," Cherokee Fiddle"), Lorrie Morgan ("Something In Red","Watch Me"), Darryl Worley ("I Miss My Friend”,"Have You Forgotten"), Ronnie McDowell (“The King Is Gone”,“Older Women”), Bill Anderson ("Still","Sometimes"), Ty Herndon (“What Mattered Most”, “Living in a Moment”) , Trailer Choir (“Rockin’ The Beer Gut”,“Rollin’ Through The Sunshine"), EXILE ("Kiss You All Over","Keep It In The Middle Of The Road") , John Berry ("Your Love Amazes Me"," Standing on the Edge of Goodbye"), Moe Bandy ("Bandy The Rodeo Clown","It's A Cheatin' Situation"), Lila McCann ("Down Came a Blackbird","I Wanna Fall in Love"), Jamie O’Neal ("There Is No Arizona","When I Think About Angels"), Andy Griggs ("You Won't Ever Be Lonely", "Tonight I Wanna Be Your Man"), Mila Mason ("That's Enough of That","Dark Horse"), and Bucky Covington (“Different World”,“Good To Be Us”). Fans were also treated to guest appearances by industry newcomers Adam Fears and Erin Kinsey.

Backing the artists and learning over 120 songs was a stellar band of seasoned professionals who have toured with, produced or played alongside some of today's biggest names. The band was comprised of Erik Halbig - BAND LEADER Electric / Vocals; Brian Pruit -Drums; Mike Wolofsky - Bass; Craig Mattox - Keys / Vocal; Adam Fears - Acoustic / Vocals.

L to R: Erik Halbig, Brian Pruitt, Adam Fears, Mike Wolofsky and Craig Maddox

Donations in the amount of $6500 raised during the show will benefit Musician's On Call." Musicians

On Call is grateful to Digital RodeoTV and The Valentine for their support of the healing power of music," said Pete Griffin, President of Musicians On Call. "With the funds raised we can bring more live music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities in Nashville and across the country. We're looking forward to an incredible party for a great cause!"

DUSTIN LYNCH CELEBRATES “STAY COUNTRY” CLOTHING LINE LAUNCH WITH PACKED CONCERT AT THE STAGE IN NASHVILLE, TN

Budding Superstar Expands Already-Popular Merch Line Into Full-Blown Brand

Photo Credit: Courtesy of L3 Entertainment / FlyHi Films

Following a headlining performance at the “Music City Gives Back” concert, Broken Bow Records’ Dustin Lynch closed out CMA Music Festival with a performance at The Stage in downtown Nashville Sunday (6/12) to celebrate the launch of his clothing line “Stay Country.” The country star entertained the packed audience with his high energy set, including #1 smash “Mind Reader,” a preview of new music with “Small Town Boy Like Me,” and a round of karaoke roulette with special guests Tyler Rich and Adam Sanders. Before doors opened, fans lined up all the way down the main drive of Broadway to claim their spot for the free show and have the opportunity to purchase items from the “Stay Country” line.

“Stay Country isn’t just a brand, it’s a lifestyle,” says Lynch. “It’s where I grew up. It’s home to the rivers I’ve fished, the deer stands I’ve perched, and the dirt roads I’ve roamed. It inspired Stay Country.” The line of accessibly-priced men’s and women’s shirts, hats, and accessories, all emblazoned with the distinctive Stay Country logo, can be found online at https://www.staycountryclothing.com.

Lynch, a Tullahoma, TN native, has long dreamed of creating his own fashion line. “I’ve always been a fan of what clothes say, especially now that I’m on stage every night,” he recently explained to WWD in a profile about his fashion acumen. “We introduced a simple hat last fall and we couldn’t keep it in stock. So it’s time, we’re off to the races.” Notable fans of the line already include fashion maven Kelly Osbourne, who sported a camouflage Stay Country cap on her Instagram feed the Monday after meeting Lynch at the Stagecoach Music Festival in Indio, CA last month.
Beyond his busy entrepreneurial career, Lynch is currently in the studio working on the follow-up to his smash sophomore album, WHERE IT’S AT, in between opening dates on Luke Bryan’s KILL THE LIGHTS tour. This fall, he will join Chris Young’s I’M COMIN’ OVER tour as direct support.

SEVENTH ANNUAL DARIUS AND FRIENDS ENCAPSULATES SPIRIT OF GIVING + RAISES $197K FOR ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Darius Rucker and Charley Pride
Photo Credit: Randi Radcliff

Darius Rucker brought his friends together last week for a celebrity-packed benefit concert and golf tournament that again reminded the sold-out crowd of the important work done for families at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital while raising $197,000 for their continued efforts.

On Monday, June 6, the seventh annual Darius and Friends benefit concert took place at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville. With performances from Terri Clark, Hunter Hayes, LOCASH, Scotty McCreery, Charley Pride, Dan Tyminski and Drake White, the concert was the unofficial kickoff of Nashville’s CMA Fest.

           

Scotty McCreery and Drake White

Photo Credit: Randi Radcliff

Terri Clark, Charley Pride and Drake White joined Rucker again the next day for the Celebrity Tee-Off, joining gold medalist Scott Hamilton, David Nail, Dustin Lynch and NASCAR driver Michael Annett. This year's events bring the annual benefit’s total contribution to St. Jude to $857,000.

Hunter Hayes

Photo Credit: Randi Radcliff

Darius and Friends is sponsored by A. O. Smith, Intel, CDW-G, Hutton Hotel, CAA, Tin Roof, Humdingers and Maverick.

Rucker is currently on his on his Good For a Good Time Tour with special guests Dan + Shay and Michael Ray.

For more information about Darius Rucker, please visit www.DariusRucker.com and follow @dariusrucker at Twitter.

CRAIG MORGAN FANS GET A WHOLE LOT MORE AT ALBUM RELEASE PARTY

Special guests celebrating “A Whole Lot More To Me” included Mac Powell, Eric Paslay, Kane Brown and more

Fans and friends crowded into the newly renovated Wildhorse Saloon this week to celebrate the release of Craig Morgan’s profound new album a Whole Lot More To Me. The night, presented by Kidde, Line-X, and NRA Country kicked off with performances by Hailey Whitters, Jillian Cardarelli, Adam Sanders, and Mac Powell. The party continued late into the night with Morgan taking the stage and sharing tracks from the new LP and several of his chart toppers with fans singing along.

Memorable moments included surprise guests Eric Paslay and Kane Brown with Paslay joining Morgan on stage for a song he penned on the new album called “Country Side of Heaven.” The crowd was thrilled when Brown performed a reprise of one of Morgan’s biggest hits “Almost Home.” Third Day’s Mac Powell came back out onto the stage during Morgan’s full throttle set to join forces on “Hearts I Leave Behind,” electrifying the fans. Craig kept the crowd on its toes all night as he performed the moving “Nowhere Without You” while roaming through the Wildhorse and ended the night with a rousing stage dive!

The Black River Entertainment recording artist’s seventh studio album, released June 3rd, is co-produced by Craig and Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Lee Ann Womack), includes “When I’m Gone,” “I’ll Be Home Soon” and the Mac Powell duet, “Hearts I Leave Behind.” Craig co-wrote nearly half of the album's tracks with some of Music City's hottest writers like Josh Osborne, Kevin Denney, Jim McBride and Phil O'Donnell.

About Craig Morgan: A multi-faceted entertainer, CRAIG MORGAN has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV host, celebrated outdoorsman and patriotic Army veteran. One of country music's best-loved artists, the Black River Entertainment artist thrills massive crowds with signature hits including “Bonfire,” Almost Home,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “International Harvester,” “This Ole Boy,” Wake Up Loving You” and the six week #1, “That's What I Love About Sunday.” Morgan’s new album, A Whole Lot More To Me, featuring singles “I’ll Be Home Soon” and “When I’m Gone,” released June 3 on Black River Entertainment. Craig received one of country music's highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. In addition to a prolific country music career, he hosts the award-winning TV show “Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors,” set to premiere its seventh season on Outdoor Channel. Prior to becoming a country music star and TV sensation, Morgan spent seventeen years serving our country in the Army and Army Reserves. He is an avid supporter of America's military personnel and a recipient of the 2006 USO Merit Award. For more information on Craig Morgan, visit www.craigmorgan.com and engage with him on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

#CMAFEST2016 - CITY OF HOPE CELEBRITY SOFTBALL GAME HITS A HOME RUN IN ITS 26TH YEAR

Team Opry and Team iHeart Country end in 18 to 18 Tie Game as more than 30 Music and Sports Stars Step up to the Plate to Strike Out Cancer

Music Industry Veteran Bruce Hinton Presented “Champion of Hope” Honor by Big Machine Label Group President and CEO, Scott Borchetta

It was a home run for the 26th Annual City of Hope Celebrity Softball Game, which saw more than 30 music and sports stars step up to the plate to strike out cancer at First Tennessee Park in Nashville. Team iHeart Country and Team Opry ended in a tie game with a final score of 18 to 18.

Country music icon Trisha Yearwood led with the national anthem before Lauren Alaina, Craig Wayne Boyd, Danielle Bradbery, The Bobby Bones Show, Bucky Covington, Jessie James Decker, Charles Esten, Nick Fradiani, Vince Gill, Mickey Guyton, Jonathan Jackson, Chris Lane, LOCASH, Scotty McCreery, A Thousand Horses, Tristan McIntosh, Bret Michaels, David Nail, Cassadee Pope, RaeLynn, Jamie Lynn Spears, Mark Wills, Brett Young and former Major League Baseball pitcher Barry Zito took to the field to strike out cancer. The Crook and Chase Countdown’s Lorianne Crook and WSM’s Bill Cody emceed and offered play-by-plays for the thousands of fans in attendance.

Photos by Getty Images

The fan favorite game didn’t disappoint, as the bats came alive for both teams throughout the high scoring game. Memorable moments on the field included multiple inside the park home runs, double plays, and some crazy antics leading to tying the score up at 18 in the final inning.

The City of Hope Celebrity Softball Game, a 26-year tradition during CMA Music Festival, celebrated its first quarter century in Nashville as it honored the game’s founder, music industry veteran Bruce Hinton. The “Champion of Hope Award” was presented to Hinton by President and CEO of Big Machine Label Group, Scott Borchetta, for his significant contributions to the event over its quarter century history.

While neither team can walk away with bragging rights this year, it is the patients at City of Hope who are the real winners with more than $200,000 raised for cancer research.

Thousands of fans packed the ballpark to catch the action and antics on the field. Before the first pitch was thrown, the crowds cheered wildly as 8-year old City of Hope patient Aaron Yniguez, who received lifesaving treatment for acute myeloid leukemia more than three years ago at City of Hope, and his genetically matched, life-saving stem cell donor Yolanda Nava, a Southwest® Airlines Employee from Arlington, Texas, traveled to meet on the pitcher’s mound for the very first time.

Bone marrow transplants offer a second chance for people with life-threatening blood cancers and other hematologic malignancies. Since 1976, more than 13,000 patients from virtually every state and dozens of countries have undergone bone marrow, cord blood or stem cell transplants at City of Hope. Support from the Nashville community and its country music artists directly benefit City of Hope’s mission to find cures for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Those unable to attend the game can still support City of Hope. A variety of unique merchandise including game-worn jerseys signed by the players, and experiences including meet-and-greets with the hottest artists, will be available for bid at Cohauctions.com. The proceeds will benefit City of Hope’s mission to eradicate cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

#CMAFEST2016 *HOT PICKS* - TEN NEW ARTIST MUST SEE SHOWS

CMA Fest is such a busy week with so many shows playing around town, in the bars, on various stages, at different venues. It's not an easy task to know who you want to see and who you can bear to miss without kicking yourself for it. The festival is known for bringing fans up close and personal with their favorite big names but it's also a great chance to see up and coming artists too. They're usually easier to get close to, not as rushed as the big names and are more than willing to talk up a storm about their new single or album. Here are ten shows we highly recommend catching this week:

BRIAN BONDS FULL BAND DEBUT (WITH JASON SCHMIDT)

When: Thursday, June 9 - 10:00pm

Venue: Wildhorse Saloon

CRAIG WAYNE BOYD

When: Thursday, June 9 - 10:45am

Where: Gildan Stage at the Hard Rock Cafe

WILLIAM MICHAEL MORGAN

When: Wednesday, June 8 - 4:45pm

Where: CMA Music Festival Kick Off Concert Featuring SiriusXM Highway Finds

             Skyview Stage at Ascend Amphitheater

RAY SCOTT

When: Tuesday, June 7 - 7:00pm

Where: Limelight Nashville (Storme Warren's Nashville Navy)

When: Thursday, June 9 - 7:00pm

Where: Hard Rock Cafe Nashville

When: Friday, June 10 - 2:00pm

Where:Wildhorse Saloon

MARY SARAH

When: Thursday, June 9 - 2pm
Where: Alley Taps

When: Friday, June 10 - 10pm

Where: Wildhorse Saloon

When: Saturday, June 11 - 12:00pm

Where: Radio Disney Country (Fan Fair X)

When: Saturday, June 11 - 2:30pm

Where: The Listening Room Cafe

When: Saturday, June 11 - 5:00pm 

Where: Rocketown

When: Sunday, June 12 - 12:30pm

Where: Music City Stage (Fan Fair X)

BENTON BLOUNT

When: Friday, June 10 - 11:25am

Where: Gildan Stage at the Hard Rock Cafe

CRAIG CAMPBELL

When: Tuesday, June 7 - 5:00pm
Where: Music City Gives Back (5th and Demonbreun)

When: Friday, June 10 2:30pm

Where: CMA Close Up Stage

PARMALEE

When: Sunday, June 12 - 11:30am

Where: Chevrolet Riverfront Stage

When: Sunday, June 12 - 2:15pm

Where" CMA Close Up Stage

HALFWAY TO HAZARD

When: Tuesday, June 7 - 4:00pm
Where: Limelight (Storme Warren's Nashville Navy)

When: Saturday, June 11 - 3:50pm

Where: Chevrolet Cruze Park Stage

JASON MICHAEL CARROLL

When: Friday, June 10 - 11:10am

Where: Chevrolet Cruze Park Stage

When: Friday, June 10 - 11:15pm

Where: Wildhorse Saloon

#CMAFEST2016 - CHRIS YOUNG TO KICK OFF CMAFEST WITH FREE PERFORMANCE AT ASCEND AMPHITHEATER ON JUNE 8

Chris Young is gonna kick off CMA Fest in a big way with a FREE performance on the brand new Skyview Stage at the Ascend Ampthitheater on the banks of the Cumberland on Wednesday, June 8 at 11:00am. Nashville Mayor Megan Barry and the Fisk Jubilee Singers will join Young for the opening ceremonies.

All proceeds from CMA Fest will go towards furthering music education in area schools. There will also be performances by students who have been on the receiving end of these music education programs and they're more than proud to display their new knowledge for attendees. Get there early, the gates open at 10:00am and the fun starts at 11:00am. 

#CMAFEST2016 - BLAKE SHELTON TO HEADLINE STARS FOR SECOND HARVEST BENEFIT ON JUNE 7

Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at 7:30 PM

Tickets are $35 & $55

Blake Shelton will join Chris Lane, Kane Brown and songwriters Shane McAnally and Josh Osborne for the annual Stars for Second Harvest Benefit Show on June 7, hosted by founder of Big Loud Records and Big Loud Shirt’s Craig Wiseman.

Last year, the benefit, held at the Ryman Auditorium, raised more than a record breaking $140,000. The 11-year total of almost $900,000 raised through the show has provided over 3.5 million meals to the one in six middle Tennesseans at risk of hunger. In addition to money raised from the event, Wiseman’s personal contribution and the contributions of his country music friends, have brought the collective dollars raised to $1,000,000 in support of Second Harvest.

“Through a fun-filled event with the best names in music, we are able to make a real difference in the lives of so many who just hope for a meal last year,” said Wiseman. “We have incredible support from the artists, from our sponsor O’Charley’s and the amazing fans. I can’t wait to announce who will be joining us this year for the show. Previous years have seen incredible performances by artists such as Tim McGraw, Jon Bon Jovi, Dierks Bentley, Florida Georgia Line, Ronnie Dunn, Keith Urban, along with so many big hit songwriters playing their songs and telling the stories, this year promises to be the biggest and most star studded show we have ever done!”

“We are proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of Stars for Second Harvest since its inception. O’Charley’s started right here in Nashville, so middle Tennessee has a special place in our heart.” said Eddie Hall, president of O’Charley’s.

Get tickets here - http://ryman.com/events/Stars_For_Second_Harvest

#CMAFEST2016 - COMPLETE ARTIST LINEUP AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE - RADIO DISNEY STAGE

New to this year's CMAFest is the Radio Disney stage who is hosting a great weekly lineup of performances and Q&A sessions! The stage will be located inside Fan Fair X at Music City Center.

Thursday, June 9

10:00 am – Kelsea Ballerini Q&A

10:30-11:30am – Lauren Alaina Q&A and Performance

11:30am-12pm – Lindsay Ell Q&A and Performance

12:30-2pm – Drew Baldridge Q&A and Performance

2:30-4pm – Megan & Liz Q&A and Performance

Friday, June 10
10:00 am-11am – Liddy Clark Q&A and Performance

11:00am-12pm – Farewell Angelina Q&A and Performance

12:30-2pm – Matt Gary Q&A and Performance

2:30-4pm – Olivia Lane Q&A and Performance

4pm-5pm – Dan + Shay Q&A and Performance

Saturday, June 11

10:00am-10:30am – Mickey Guyton Q&A and Performance

10:30am-11am- Cassadee Pope Q&A and Performance

12:00pm-1pm – Jana Kramer Q&A

1:00pm-2pm – Tegan Marie Q&A and Performance

2:30pm-4pm – Kalie Shorr Q&A and Performance

Sunday, June 12

10:00am-11am – Granger Smith Q&A and Performance

11:00am-12pm – Maddie & Tae Q&A and Performance

12:00pm-2pm – Lacy Cavalier Q&A and Performance

2:30pm-4pm – Temecula Road Q&A and Performance

RAELYNN STEPS UP TO BAT FOR CITY OF HOPE

Steve Scarsone- Nashville Sounds, Booster, RaeLynn, Eric Martins- Nashville Sounds

RaeLynn, joined the Nashville Sounds and beloved mascot Booster on the field for a “warm-up” and pro tips session yesterday in preparation for her playing in the City of Hope Celebrity Softball Game on Tuesday, June 7th at 3PM at First Tennessee Park. Tickets available via Ticketmaster.

Player Roster Announced for June 7 Game include: Lauren Alaina, Danielle Bradbery, The Bobby Bones Show, Jessie James Decker, Mickey Guyton, Jonathan Jackson, LOCASH, Tristan McIntosh, Jake Owen, and former Major League Baseball pitcher Barry Zito, Charles Esten, Vince Gill, Chris Lane, Scotty McCreery, Bret Michaels, David Nail, RaeLynn and Jamie Lynn Spears with more to come.

#CMAFEST2016 - CITY OF HOPE SOFTBALL GAME ADDS MORE STARS TO SAVE LIVES

Many of your favorite country stars will be stepping up the bat for life saving research at the 26th annual CITY OF HOPE CELEBRITY SOFTBALL GAME on TUESDAY, JUNE 7 at FIRST TENNESSEE PARK in NASHVILLE. Former MCA NASHVILLE Chairman BRUCE HINTON will be honored as the founder of this great event and for his contributions the past 25 years.

Last year game raised more than $200,000 for CITY OF HOPE. This year's team lineups include:

Lauren Alaina, Danielle Bradbery, Jessie James Decker, Mickey Guyton, Tristan McIntosh, Vince Gill, LoCash, Jonathan Jackson, Jake Owen, cast members of The Bobby Bones Show, Scotty McCreery, MLB pitcher Barry Zito, David Nail, Chris Lane, Charles Esten, Bret Michaels, Raelynn, and Jamie Lynn Spears. Stay tuned as more artists are announced through the weeks ahead.

Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and range in price from $25.00 to $50.00. These do sell out QUICKLY so don't wait too long to get yours. Come on out and help save lives with City Of Hope and country music's biggest names!

Additional Info:

First Tennessee Park is located just north of downtown Nashville at the historic site of Nashville baseball, Sulphur Dell. Located between 3rd Avenue North and 5th Avenue North, the ballpark is a short walk from many of the sites and buildings in downtown.

There are approximately 6,000 parking spaces within a half- mile walk from First Tennessee Park. Free and paid parking are available within this area.

Gates will open at 2:00PM - Game Will Begin at 3:00PM
Children 2 and under don't require a ticket
Sections 108 through 118 are behind the protective netting.

For information about Fundraising tickets please call the Nashville Sounds Ticket office at 615-515-4487 ext. 2

#CMAFEST2016 - DIGITAL RODEO BRINGS A NEW STAGE TO THE PARTY FEATURING COUNTRY'S BIGGEST NAMES

DigitalRodeoTV Presents “LIVE on BROADWAY”

JUNE 9-12, 2016

This is a LIVE Broadcast Concert Event Over 4 Days!

More than 18 artists and country music legends to take the stage!
The concert benefits Musicians On Call and is a FREE internet viewing which is great for those who can't attend this year!

This is a daily event starting on Thursday, June 9 and ending Sunday, June 12. The shows begin at 1:00pm CST at The Valentine, 312 Broadway. Performers scheduled to appear include: 

THURSDAY JUNE 9th

Aaron Tippin

Collin Raye

Jimmy Fortune

Johnny Lee

Lorrie Morgan

FRIDAY JUNE 10th

Ronnie McDowell

Jeannie Seely

Darryl Worley

Bill Anderson

Ty Herndon

SATURDAY JUNE 11th

Exile

John Berry

Moe Bandy

 Lila McCann

Special Guest TBA

SUNDAY JUNE 12th

Jamie O’Neal

Andy Griggs

Bucky Covington

Confederate Railroad

Live performances are a TICKETED event and cost $25 per day and include ALL performance scheduled for that day. What a deal!  

Tickets on sale NOW!
All tickets are general admission, standing room only so get there early!

For more info, contact Fan Clubhouse:
Support@fan-clubhouse.com 

615-297-7002

Please note that artists and performance order is subject to change without notice and set times will differ. 

#CMAFEST2016 - COUNTRY GOES INTERNATIONAL WITH CMA WORLD GLOBALIVE!

Country music is a genre without territorial borders. Check out the latest international country music artists at CMA World GlobaLive!, a free showcase on Monday, June 6 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm at Walk of Fame Park, with international food and beverage vendors. The concert is free and does not require a ticket. This is an outdoor stage and is open to all ages. Be sure to bring plenty of water, it will be hot!

Artists scheduled to perform:

(Lineup subject to change)

#CMAFEST2016 COMPLETE ARTIST LINEUP AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE - BROADWAY STAGE AT THE HARD ROCK CAFE

The Broadway Stage is located on the corner of 1st Avenue & Broadway next to the the Hard Rock Cafe. This stage does not require a ticket for admission and is open to all ages. The immediate viewing area is somewhat smaller than most of the other free stages and fills up quickly, so get there early! This is a great stage to find new artists and possibly a new favorite!

THURSDAY, JUNE 9

10:45am- Craig Wayne Boyd
11:25am - Brandon Lay
12:05pm - Jordan Rager
12:45pm - Brett Kissel
1:25pm - The Last Bandoleros
2:05pm - Cale Dodds
2:45pm - Olivia Lane
3:25pm - Jacob Davis
4:05pm - Waterloo Revival

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

10:45am - Sammy Arriaga
11:25am - Benton Blount

12:05pm - The Railers
12:45pm - Lucy Angel
1:25pm - Levon
2:05pm - Haley Georgia
2:45pm - Runaway June

3:25pm - Sister C
4:05pm - Walker McGuire

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

10:45am - Carter Winter
11:25am - Ruthie Collins

12:05pm - Adam Craig
12:45pm - Levi Hummon
1:25pm - Fort Defiance
2:05pm - Rae Solomon
2:45pm - Walker County

3:25pm - Jon Langston
4:05pm - Carly Pearce

SUNDAY, JUNE 12

10:45am -  Cole Taylor
11:25am - Morgan Wallen

12:05pm - Ryan Griffin
12:45pm - Steve Moakler
1:25pm - Ben Gallaher
2:05pm - Courtney Cole
2:45pm - Ryan Beaver

3:25pm - MamaDear
4:05pm - Radio Romance

#CMAFEST2016 - THE CHEVY CRUZE PARK STAGE ARTIST LINEUP AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Free and open to the public, The Park Stage is located in Walk of Fame Park between the Hilton Suites and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. This is a great spot to catch some of country's best and brightest newcomers with the right mix of artists you probably already know.

(Hint - it gets hot at this one and there isn't much shade so bring plenty of water and sunscreen!)

Thursday, June 9

10:30am - The Swon Brothers

11:10am - Luke Combs

11:50am - Josh Thompson

12:30pm - Drake White and the Big Fire

1:10pm - Kristian Bush

1:50pm - Tucker Beathard

2:30pm - Clare Dunn

3:10pm - Aubrie Sellers

3:50pm - Native Run

4:30pm - Brett Young

Friday, June 10

10:30am - Drew Baldridge

11:10am - Jason Michael Carroll

11:50am - Ryan Kinder

12:30pm - Chris Carmack

1:10pm - Ty Herndon

1:50pm - Lucie Silvas

2:30pm - Raelynn

3:10pm - Chuck Wicks

3:50pm - Lindsay Ell

4:30pm - Lauren Alaina

Saturday, June 11

10:30am - Mo Pitney

11:10am - Emerson Drive

11:50am - Natalie Stovall and The Drive

12:30pm - Ashley Campbell

1:10pm - Jaime Lynn Spears

1:50pm - Russell Dickerson

2:30pm - Tara Thompson

3:10pm - Maggie Rose

3:50pm - Halfway to Hazard

4:30pm - The Sheepdogs

Sunday, June 12

10:30am - Crowder

11:10am - Mark Wills

11:50am - Jack Ingram

12:30pm - Mickey Guyton

1:10pm - Julie Roberts

1:50pm - Keith Anderson

2:30pm - JT Hodges

3:10pm - Cassadee Pope

3:50pm - Big Smo

4:30pm - Andy Griggs

#CMAFEST2016 CHEVY RIVERFRONT STAGE COMPLETE LINEUP AND SCHEDULE

The stage sits along the banks of the Columbia River directly across from Nissan Stadium at the end of Lower Broadway behind the Hard Rock Cafe and Wildhorse Saloon. There are NO chairs, this is seating on the lawn and the hill, first come, first served. These shows are FREE and DO NOT require a ticket but they do fill up quickly, so if you don't want to stand, get there early. There are plenty of food and drink vendors so grab what you want and prepare for a long hot day of great music in the hot Tennessee sun!

THURSDAY, JUNE 9

10:00 AM - Jake Owen
11:15 AM - A Thousand Horses
12:00 PM - Brothers Osborne
12:45 PM - The Cadillac Three
1:30 PM - Maddie and Tae
2:15 PM - Chris Janson
3:00 PM - Maren Morris
3:45 PM - Scotty McCreery
4:45 PM - Terri Clark

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

10:00 AM - Brandy Clark
10:45 AM - Eric Paslay
11:30 AM - Home Free
12:15 PM - Kane Brown
1:00 PM - Aaron Lewis
1:45 PM - Chase Bryant
2:30 PM - Thompson Square
3:15 PM - Charles Esten
4:00 PM - Tracy Lawrence
4:45 PM - Neal McCoy

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

10:00 AM - Lorrie Morgan
10:45 AM - Love and Theft
11:30 AM - Rodney Atkins
12:15 PM - Chris Lane 
1:00 PM - Corey Smith 
1:45 PM - Jana Kramer
2:30 PM - Canaan Smith
3:15 PM - Michael Ray
4:00 PM - High Valley
4:45 PM - Brooke Eden

SUNDAY, JUNE 12

10:00 AM - Darryl Worley
10:45 AM - Kellie Pickler
11:30 AM - Parmalee
12:15 PM - Jon Pardi
1:00 PM - Granger Smith
1:45 PM - Cam
2:30 PM - Phil Vassar
3:15 PM - Tyler Farr
4:00 PM - Old Dominion
4:45 PM - LoCash

#CMAFEST2016 - TICKETS ON SALE 4/8 FOR MARTY STUART'S LATE NIGHT JAM

Marty Stuart's Late Night Jam

Date: Wednesday, June 8

Time: 10:00 PM

Tickets: $45 & $35 - http://bit.ly/1MWtGtB

More TBA Later ...

#CMAFEST2016 - DARIUS RUCKER AND FRIENDS ANNUAL BENEFIT FOR ST. JUDE

When: Monday, June 6, 2016
Time: 8:00pm
Wildhorse Saloon, Nashville, TN

Presale - Wednesday, 3/23/16 at 11:00 AM CDT through Thursday 3/24/16 at 10:30 AM CDT
PRESALE 2 LINK - http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B00506A9C05700F?did=south
Presale Code: SOUTH

General Public Sale Date: Thursday, 3/24/16 at 11:00 AM CDT
Ticket Limit: 4 tickets per household/credit card

Credit card and ID required to pick up tickets at will call day of show.

Ticket Prices:
$100 - Front section reserved seats with meet and greet tables 1-30.
$75 - Reserved main floor seats tables 37-56 and bar seats on north and south bar.
$45 - Reserved seats on the main floor back tables 57-91 and seats on main bar.
$35 - General admission floors 2 & 3 only with limited seating first come first serve
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Special needs seating upon request.
No audio or video.
Ticket delivery will be delayed until April 8, 2016.

#CMAFEST2016 - NISSAN STADIUM ARTIST COMPLETE LINEUP AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

The stage is located at Nissan Stadium (formerly called LP Field), home of the Tennessee Titans football team, across the Columbia River from the Wildhorse Saloon and Hard Rock Cafe at lower Broadway and at the far end of the Pedestrian Bridge.

These shows DO require a hard ticket, which are currently SOLD OUT. If you do not have a ticket, you will not be granted access to the stadium. (Hint - if you don't have a ticket, you can hear pretty well from the Riverfront or by standing on the pedestrian bridge.)

Here is the lineup announced so far. Check back for updates as they're announced!

THURSDAY, JUNE 9

National Anthem: Oak Ridge Boys

7:30pm - Charlie Daniels Band

8:00pm - Rascal Flatts

8:30pm - Dierks Bentley

9:00pm - Kelsea Ballerini

9:30pm - Jason Aldean

10:00pm - Miranda Lambert

FRIDAY, JUNE 10

National Anthem - Frankie Ballard

7:30pm - Clint Black

8:00pm - Chris Stapleton

8:30pm - Sam Hunt

9:00pm - Eric Church

9:30pm - Hank Williams, Jr.

10:00pm - Carrie Underwood

SATURDAY, JUNE 11

National Anthem - Marshall Tucker Band

7:30pm - Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

8:00pm - Chris Young

8:30pm - Steven Tyler

9:00pm - Cole Swindell

9:30pm - Florida Georgia Line

10:00pm - Blake Shelton

SUNDAY, JUNE 12

National Anthem - Ray Stevens

7:30pm - Exile

8:00pm - Little Big Town

8:30pm - Thomas Rhett

9:00pm - Brett Eldredge

9:30pm - Keith Urban

10:00pm - Luke Bryan

Cameras are allowed. Fan Photo Lines are a huge benefit for CMA Fest four-day ticket holders. With a four-day ticket, you can take photos directly in front of the stages at Nissan Stadium. This lets YOU get up close to your favorite artist’s performance, no matter where your seats are located!

Please note that Fan Photo Lines access is reserved ONLY for four-day Ticket holders.

Due to Fan Photo Line demand and volume of participants, the lines must keep moving to accommodate all eligible fans. Event staff and signage will be onsite to assist in this process.

FAQ's

(Source: CMAWorld.com)

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Aerosol Cans
Alcohol
Animals (service animals are permitted)
Beach or sports balls
Chairs (Lawn, Folding, Camping) & Seat Cushions
Coolers, canisters or glass
Drones
Drugs
Firearms and other weapons
Fireworks
Flags
Food and beverages
Frisbees and projectiles
Laser pointers and noise makers
Cameras with lenses larger than 4 inches, attachments, tripods, monopods, etc. (No additional lens may be brought in)
Selfie Sticks
Skateboards, bikes, rollerblades
Strollers
Umbrellas
Video, Audio, and /or recording devices (including GoPros)
Other Items at the Discretion of Event Management
Infant car seat carriers


ALLOWED ITEMS

Binoculars
E-Cigarettes (Only in the designated smoking ramps, located at Section 303 on the West side and at Section 326 on the East side)
Handheld Signs (non-offensive and do not block view of other fans)
Ponchos

Nissan Stadium has a “NO SMOKING POLICY” in the seating, Suite and Club areas. We have provided areas for smokers on the ramps located at each corner of LP Field. In addition to the ramps, Club patrons may use the special club verandas located at Section 303 on the West side and at Section 326 on the East side. Smoking policies are subject to applicable law. Smoking is prohibited at the south end and below the south scoreboard.

BAG POLICY

NFL Regulations: Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” are allowed. Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap CAN be taken into the stadium with one of the clear plastic bag options shown below. Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose. Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: Small purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, seat cushions, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags or any bag larger than the permissible size.

SHUTTLE SERVICE

Complimentary Downtown shuttles will run daily between Nissan Stadium (Nightly Concerts), Riverfront Park (Daily Concerts), the Music City Center ( AT&T U-verse Fan Fair X), and outdoor Festival areas including The Buckle (Broadway between 1st and 4th Avenues), Fan Alley (Lot in front of Schermerhorn), and The Park (Walk of Fame Park).

This service is provided to four-day ticket holders only. Check the Parking/Transit page to see the shuttle map and running times.

There are several wheelchair-accessible buses. Please ask the attendant at the bus stop for assistance.

PARKING
Nissan Stadium is the official parking partner of the CMA Music Festival. The CMA Foundation thanks you for your contribution and support of music education nationwide through purchase of Nissan Stadium Parking.

The Nissan Stadium parking lot opens each morning at 9 AM. Cars, RVs and buses must be cleared from the Nissan Stadium parking lot each night two hours after the show. Each car is allowed one exit & re-entry by 4pm.

Nissan Stadium Parking Passes are available through Ticketmaster.com. A limited number of ADA Parking Passes remain as well.

SMALL CHILDREN

Children 2 and younger are admitted free into LP Field, if seated on a parent or guardian’s lap.

#CMAFEST2016 - FAN CLUB PARTY INFORMATION

#CMAFEST2016 is getting closer! We're updating our site with all things CMA FEST as we get the information so we can keep you in the loop! Here is what we have received so far regarding this year's fan club parties. If you've gotten information on others that aren't listed, please let us know so we can add them!

Tuesday, June 7

Gary Allan

Rocketown
601 4th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37210
Time:  4:00 pm
Price: TBD
Tickets (FC Members Only): http://garyallan.com/wired/fans/

Carrie Underwood

Grand Ole Opry
Studio A
Time: 7:00pm
Tickets: Fan Club Members Only - http://www.carrieunderwood.fm/join
Fan club members have a chance to attend this party, however entry is not guaranteed. Joining the club is your RSVP to the event, however names will be chosen randomly from all who RSVP.

Fan club members may purchase reserved seats for the 7 PM Opry show.  After the show ends, those chosen to attend the party will meet in Studio A for food, drinks, activities, and to enjoy a live feed of Carrie's 9:30pm Opry performance.

Wednesday, June 8

Lonestar

Lonestar Nation Party 2016
Lonestar Band Cave (Address to be emailed before event date)
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Tickets: $52.24 w/fees - http://bit.ly/1RlCLLe - (On sale 10am, March 24)

Includes: lunch, acoustic performance, door prizes, souvenir, meet and greet opportunities.
Tickets seated in purchase order and held at the door for day of show pick up.

Terri Clark
"Hat Brat Fan Club Party"

Honky Tonk Central
329 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37201
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00pm
Price: NA
Tickets (Hat Brat FC Members Only): http://fanclub.terriclark.com/


Joe Nichols

3rd & Lindsley Bar & Grill
818 3rd Ave S.
Nashville, TN 37210
Time: 11:00am
Tickets: Start at $37.50 (Limit of 4) - https://consequatur.ticketbud.com/16-joe-nichols-fan-club-party

Fan Club Pre-sale: Friday, April 1st at 10:00am CT - Saturday, April 2nd at 5:00pm CT.
Includes: Lunch, souvenir, and meet & greet with Joe
Seating is reserved based on ticket purchase order.
Please print your ticket to make check in easier.

You must be a fan club member as of 4 pm Central Time on Wednesday, March 30th to receive the email with the pre-sale information. If you're not a member, you can purchase a fan club membership here http://www.joenichols.com/store.

Members will receive the fan club party ticket purchase email on Thursday, March 31st. The ticket link and access code will also be posted to your fan club member account dashboard.

Tickets are scheduled to go on sale to the public on Monday, April 4th at 10 am Central Time.

Drake White

Layla's on Broadway
Time: NA
Tickets: (Must be a Firestarter Member)  $5.00 -

Includes: Meet & Greet with Drake White, door prizes, giveaways for attending, and special guests!

To become a Firestarter member, you must be a facebook group member and send an email to drakewhitefans@gmail.com requesting Firestarter membership. Your email should include the following information:

Your Full Name
Your Phone Number
Your Age
T-Shirt Size
Facebook Name / Twitter Name / Instagram Name
Closest Major Cities to Your Home
Your Favorite Venues
Local Country Radio Stations

Charlie Daniels

Mt. Juliet, TN
More info TBA - http://www.charliedaniels.com/merch

Thursday, June 9

Craig Wayne Boyd

Karma Lounge (Above Tequila Cowboy)

305 Broadway

Nashville, TN 37201

Time: 3:00pm

Tickets: General $25.00 / VIP $65.00 - http://bit.ly/1SUACVn

General Admission (Buy 3, get 4th ticket free) - Includes: Special gift bag and private concert (special guests to be announced or may just show up as a fan club party surprise)

VIP Admission includes: Food, gift bag, Meet & Greet & private concert (special guests to be announced or may just show up as a fan club party surprise)

The Band Perry

Laser Tag Fan Club Party
Location TBA

Time: 11:00am
Tickets (Must be Email List Member): $90.00 - http://bit.ly/25bVvTw - On sale May 19 12:00n CT 
Chris Janson

aVenue

120 3rd Ave S.
Nashville, TN
Time: 10:00am
Tickets: $35.00 - http://bit.ly/23v6x3H

Ticket includes acoustic performance by Chris, Q&A session, Meet & Greet and signed 8x10 photo

Notes:

* The buyer must bring a copy of their receipt
* The buyer must be present at the event to get entry to the show. Valid identification is required.
* Purchases are final, no refunds will be given due to limited tickets.

Darryl Worley

3rd and Lindsley
818 3rd Ave S
Nashville, TN 37210
Time: 10:45am
Tickets: $50.00 - http://bit.ly/1MqrhXO
Includes: Full Band Performance and Meet & Greet

Cort Carpenter

Nashville Crossroads
419 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203
Time: 11:00am
Tickets: FREE - https://www.facebook.com/events/1705269873081265/

This year is sure to be a big turnout, so be sure to RSVP to this event invite to assure you will be on the VIP list and guaranteed a Cort Carpenter GIFT-PACK!

Walk-in's will not be guaranteed a gift-pack, but are WELCOME to join the fan party. In fact, we hope you all will bring 5 friends with you!

The party will be held in the heart of downtown Broadway at Nashville Crossroads. 11:00am-2:00pm

LIVE Performances, Meet & Greets, Photo's, Special Guest Performers, TBA, Prizes, FUN!

Some of the songwriters/producers behind Cort's new album will also be in attendance too! Big Day!

Charlie Pride

The Inn at Opryland
Time: 8:00am
Price: $33.00
Contact: 214-350-8477, Ext 4

Buddy Jewell

El Chico Mexican Restaurant

1132 Murfreesboro Rd

Nashville, Tn

Time: 2pm - 5pm

Tickets: $20.00 advance / $25.00 Day of show - http://www.buddyjewell.com/store/

Notes: 

ONLINE TICKET ORDERS will be EMAILED as an attachment from fanclub@buddyjewell.com. Be sure to add this address to your address book.

ORDER TICKETS BY MAIL:

Send a stamped, self-addressed envelope and $20 per ticket to:

BJFC Party Offer

PO Box 321

Nolensville, TN 37135

Bryan White

Listening Room

217 2nd Ave S

Nashville, TN

Time: 10:00AM-1:00PM

Tickets: $41.99 - http://bit.ly/1SUfKgW

Ticket includes: breakfast, mini acoustic performance, meet & greet and surprise souvenir.

Note: Tickets will not be mailed. They will be held at Will Call

Two Story Road

Time: 10:00am

More info TBA

Rodney Atkins
TBA

Friday, June 10

Mark Wills

George Jones Museum

128 2nd Ave North

Nashville, TN 37201

Time: 8:00am

Tickets: $40.00 - http://tktwb.tw/1nicylI

Ray Scott

Wildhorse Saloon
120 2nd Ave N
Nashville, TN 37201
Time: 1:30pm - 4:00pm - Lunch & Pre-show Meet & Greet with Ray on 3rd floor
           4:00pm - 5:30pm - Ray and Van Waylon perform on main stage
Tickets: $40.00 - http://www.rayscott.com/shop/friends-of-ray-scott-party-package

Each attendee will receive:
Souvenir Ticket
Merch Pack
Roots EP
Choice of Pint Glass
Signed Picture and Note From Ray

Vince Gill

Country Music Hall of Fame - Ford Theatre

222 5th Ave S
Nashville, TN

Time: 2:00pm 

Tickets (FC Members Only): $45.00 - http://stagebloc.com/VinceGill 

Each attendee will receive a keepsake souvenir at the door!

Please do not arrive at the Hall of Fame before 12:30 pm. If you choose to arrive early you WILL NOT be allowed to enter the building until doors open at 2 pm. You will be required to wait in line with no seating. 

All orders must be placed no later than May 15th, however we do anticipate a sell-out prior to this date. 

PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME FOR INFORMATION. ALL ARRANGEMENTS AND TICKETS ARE HANDLED THROUGH THE FAN CLUB OFFICE. 

If you should have questions, please email Johanna at FanClub@VinceGill.com.

TICKETS AVAILABLE THURSDAY, MARCH 10TH AT 10 A.M. CENTRAL

Scotty McCreery 

5th Annual Fan Club Party

Location: Grand Ole Opry House - Studio A.

Time: Doors open at 2:00PM / Show around 3:00PM

Tickets: $50.00 (FC members only / 4 tkt limit): http://bit.ly/1WfL9iJ - Password SMPARTY16

Includes: Admission, performance, Q&A, food and beverage, souvenir, and a photo with Scotty.

Eric Church

TBA
Become a member of the Church Choir Fan Club for more info - http://bit.ly/1WdmMmP

Wade Hayes - Friends Fest

Hermitage House
3131 Lebanon Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
Time: 8:00am - 11:00am
Tickets: $28.00 - http://www.wadehayes-woww.com/2016friendsfest.html

Ticket includes breakfast, meet and greet, performance and door prizes

Saturday, June 11

Jason Aldean

Location: TBA

Time: TBA

Members may enter for a chance to attend using their Aldean Army account.  

Join here if you're not a member - http://www.jasonaldean.com/join


Chris Young

Country Music Hall of Fame
222 5th Ave S
Nashville, TN

Time: 9:00am

Price: $47.50 - ** SOLD OUT **

Tickets (Fan Club Members Only): www.chrisyoungcountry.com/fanclub

The Springs
The Listening Room
217 2nd Avenue S

Nashville, TN 37201
Time: 11:30am

Tickets $5.00 - http://www.listeningroomcafe.com/show/springs-fan-club-party/

Sunday, June 12

Phil Vassar

Country Music Hall of Fame - Ford Theatre
222 5th Ave S
Nashville, TN
Time: 9:30am
Tickets (FC Members Only): $26.62 -  philvassar.com

Each member will be able to purchase up to 4 tickets. Members must present their membership laminate. Ticket includes party admission, concert, surprise souvenir, and a photo opportunity with Phil. Limited quantities available!