AXS TV CELEBRATES INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH A STAR-STUDDED “ALL AMERICAN COUNTRY MARATHON," AIRING THURSDAY, JULY 4 AT 8 A.M. ET

Highlights Include Powerhouse Profiles & Performances Featuring Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, Toby Keith, Shania Twain, Tim McGraw, Zac Brown Band, & More

AXS TV puts the spotlight on the quintessential American soundtrack this 4TH of July, with a star-studded All American Country Marathon filled with in-depth artist profiles and classic concerts starting at 8 a.m. ET.

The fireworks begin with an intimate look at the incredible life and career of Country music mainstay Alan Jackson in the 2018 documentary Alan Jackson: Small Town Southern Man, featuring appearances by Jackson, Carrie Underwood, Lee Ann Womack, and Easton Corbin.

Other highlights include an insightful portrait of the “Queen Of Country Pop” told in her own words, in the acclaimed documentary Shania Twain: Not Just A Girl with Lionel Richie, Avril Lavigne, and Kelsea Ballerini; as well as an unforgettable evening with Country icon Willie Nelson, boasting appearances and performances by frequent collaborators and fellow legends such as Bob Dylan, Keith Richards, Merle Haggard, Al Green, Joe Walsh, and Jerry Lee Lewis in Willie Nelson & Friends: Outlaws & Angels; and Toby Keith takes over Soundstage to perform fan-favorites including “American Ride,” “Red Solo Cup,” “How Do You Like Me Now?!,” and “Should’ve Been A Cowboy” in Toby Keith: 35 MPH Town; and many more.

AXS TV’s Fourth Of July All American Country Marathon is as Follows (All Times are Eastern):

AXS TV’s Fourth Of July All American Country Marathon

Thursday, July 4 Starting at 8 a.m. ET

8:00 a.m. – Alan Jackson: Small Town Southern Man

10:00 a.m. – Shania Twain: Not Just A Girl

12:00 p.m. – Lady A: Live From The Artists Den

1:00 p.m. – Tim McGraw: Live From The Artists Den

2:00 p.m. – Blackberry Smoke Homecoming Live In Atlanta

3:30 p.m. – Zac Brown Band: Live From The Artists Den

4:30 p.m. – Willie Nelson & Friends: Outlaws & Angels

6:30 p.m. – Toby Keith: 35 MPH Town

MARK O’CONNOR BAND RELEASES NEW SINGLE “IN MY BLOOD” FEATURING ZAC BROWN

Mark O’Connor Band released their new single “In My Blood” featuring multiplatinum GRAMMY Award-Winning artist Zac Brown on June 8. The single was recorded at Brown’s Southern Ground Nashville studio.

 “In My Blood” is a showcase of the bands Americana music roots, with a touch of Nashville. The single is anchored by the storytelling vocals of Kate O’Connor and backed by the trademark fiddle playing that launched the career of Mark O’Connor.

“In My Blood” is the result of what happens when we come together to celebrate music, inspiration, love and passing these good things down to the next generation. Truly a family affair, this uplifting song was co-written by my son Forrest,” said band leader Mark O’Connor.

The single showcases the depth of talent within the musical family, while incorporating a strong vocal finish from Brown.

“The Mark O’Connor Band is the real deal. Mark is a musical genius and has been a pioneer in the bluegrass and Americana community. He has collaborated across so many different genres, while still being recognized in his own stratosphere for his conquering of the fiddle, and that is something I truly admire. Now together with his whole band he’s really found his niche and it’s exciting to hear the sound they’re creating together,” said Brown.

Find out more about Mark O'Connor Band at www.oconnorband.com.