Platinum-selling Darryl Worley has rallied a couple of famous friends to help him bale up an all-new tune that pays homage to a favorite pastime of country living. Country superstars Chris Janson and Justin Moore join Worley on "Tractor Time," available everywhere today via The Valory Music Co. On "Tractor Time" (written by Worley and Phil O’Donnell), Worley, Janson and Moore croon together on the therapeutic element of making circles in a field after a long day's work.
"My new song, 'Tractor Time,' drops today and I think it's the perfect summer anthem," explains Worley. "I’m so grateful to have Justin Moore and Chris Janson on this tune with me. It’s a fun little number with a big fat groove and a contagious melody. Turn up the dial and get yourself a little dose of redneck therapy."
"I have always had a ton of respect for Darryl Worley," shares Moore. "He’s a great writer, a great country singer and a great artist overall. Most importantly though, he’s a great human being. I’m honored to be on a song with him, as I’ve been a fan for a long time.”
Janson echoes Moore's sentiment. "I’ve always had a great respect for Darryl. He’s a great guy and a great American,” he says. “I’m very proud that he asked me to join him on 'Tractor Time.'”
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Old Dominion, Shenandoah, Lee Greenwood, Montgomery Gentry Featuring Eddie Montgomery, Mark Wills, Exile, John Berry, Taylor Hicks,
The Malpass Brothers and The Castellows to Perform at Historic Event
June Jam XVIII Set for June 1 in Fort Payne, Alabama
at VFW Fairgrounds; Tickets On-Sale NOW Via Ticketmaster
Late last year, multi-platinum selling country band ALABAMA announced June Jam XVIII, set to take place in Fort Payne, AL at the VFW Fairgrounds on June 1. Today, the iconic group revealed its lineup of artists scheduled to perform at the historic event. At June Jam XVIII , ALABAMA's Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry will be joined by special guest performers Old Dominion (six-time reigning ACM and CMA “Group of The Year”), GRAMMY Award-winning Shenandoah, Lee Greenwood ("God Bless The U.S.A."), Montgomery Gentry Featuring Eddie Montgomery, Mark Wills, Exile, John Berry, Taylor Hicks, The Malpass Brothers, The Castellows, plus a surprise performance by a hitmaking singer-songwriter. June Jam begins at 12 PM local time. ALABAMA will close the festival.
"We are excited and look forward to playing our songs for y’all at this year's Jam," says Owen. "We have a true mutual love for our fans, and they always support the band and the June Jam Foundation."
"When we started the first June Jam in 1982 as a charity concert event, it was attended by over 30,000 fans," explains Gentry. "At the time, it was the largest country music festival in the United States. Now we are getting ready for our 18th concert. We want to welcome everyone to Fort Payne, Alabama, our hometown. Come have a great time and help others in need!"
June Jam, as in years past, will benefit those in need and disaster relief in and around the state of Alabama. Tickets are on-sale now via ticketmaster.com, as well as the ALABAMA Fan Club & Museum (101 Glenn Blvd SW, Fort Payne, AL 35967).
Additionally, ALABAMA's annual Fan Appreciation events will take place in the weeks and days preceding June Jam.
Schedule of Events:
May 4 - The Miss June Jam Pageant - 9 AM at the City Auditorium (click HERE for additional information)
May 29 - The ALABAMA June Jam Parade presented by the City of Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce - 6 PM (for more information call 256-845-2741)
May 30 - Teddy Gentry's Singing with the Stars Talent Contest - 6 PM at the Fort Payne City Hall Auditorium ($15 tickets in advance and $20 at the door / for ticket purchases, call 256-997-9700 / doors open at 4 PM)
May 30 - The Jeff & Lisa Cook Foundation Concert - 7 PM at Fort Payne's Dekalb Theatre (concert featuring the late Jeff Cook's Allstar Goodtime Band / tickets are $25 - $35 and may be purchased at jeffandlisa.org / proceeds benefit The Jeff & Lisa Cook Foundation / click HERE for rules and regulations)
May 31 - Brunch at Cook Castle for The Jeff & Lisa Cook Foundation - 10 AM (brunch poolside at Cook Castle / $35 tickets available for purchase at jeffandlisa.org / event features prizes, special merchandise and auction items / proceeds benefit The Jeff & Lisa Cook Foundation)
May 31 - June Jam Coin Show - 12 PM to 3 PM at the ALABAMA Fan Club and Museum in Fort Payne ($5.00 admission with proceeds benefiting the Dekalb County Children's Advocacy Center)
May 31 - ALABAMA June Jam Cornhole Tournament - 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the ALABAMA Fan Club & Museum parking lot ($50 entry fee per two person team / cash prizes and trophies awarded / registration and entry fee day of tournament at the museum)
May 31 - ALABAMA June Jam Songwriters Showcase - 7 PM at the Fort Payne City Hall Auditorium (concert will feature award-winning songwriters Lee Thomas Miller, Brice Long and a special surprise guest who will perform many of his self-written No. 1 hit songs / doors open at 6 PM / tickets and reserved seating include admission to ALABAMA tribute group "Boys in the Band" immediately following the showcase / tickets are $75 and available at the ALABAMA Fan Club and Museum, or by calling 256-845-1646 / seating is limited)
June Jam was created by Fort Payne’s sons, ALABAMA, and brought some of the biggest names in country music together for charity. More than 30,000 fans attended the first June Jam benefit concert in 1982. By 1991, June Jam brought 67,000 fans to Fort Payne, making it one of the biggest country music events in the nation. The June Jam Foundation has raised over $20 million for charities. Previous performers include Garth Brooks, Charlie Daniels, Alan Jackson, The Judds, Tim McGraw, Toby Keith, Wayne Newton, Dolly Parton, Trisha Yearwood, Charley Pride, Willie Nelson and many more. June Jam XVIII is produced by Outback Presents and Conway Entertainment Group.
Note: June Jam lineup is subject to change without notice
THE FRONTMEN, three of ‘90s country’s most recognizable voices — Richie McDonald, formerly of Lonestar; Tim Rushlow, formerly of Little Texas; and Larry Stewart of Restless Heart — today release their self-titled debut album via BBR Music Group/BMG Nashville.
The Frontmen, produced by two-time GRAMMY-nominated Mickey Jack Cones, features nine original songs, as well as three Lonestar, Little Texas and Restless Heart No. 1 hits, re-recorded Frontmen-style. The trio tag team lead vocals throughout.
"It's super cool to release brand new Frontmen music as a full album," says Stewart. "I'm so excited about this music, these songs and how this project represents the three of us so perfectly. Mickey Jack Cones did a magical job capturing Richie, Tim and myself from top to bottom. I can’t wait for the world to hear it and I couldn’t be more proud!"
Original tunes on the project ("Beatles and Eagles," "The Radio Played," "Layin' Low in Mexico," "It Was Always You," "Rattlesnake," "I Need You," "Goodbye Beautiful Goodbye," "Should've Run Out of Angels" and "Left Their Mark") were hand-picked by the trio and Cones. Classic tunes on the album are songs most will instantly recognize: Lonestar's “Amazed (The Frontmen Edition),” Little Texas' “God Blessed Texas (The Frontmen Edition)” and Restless Heart's “I’ll Still Be Loving You (The Frontmen Edition).”
"I feel like a kid on Christmas morning, waiting to unwrap the presents," notes McDonald. "We’ve been anxiously waiting to unwrap this new Frontmen music and share with the world for awhile now. Thanks to everyone involved for help making this dream a reality."
“It feels quite surreal to finally let the world in on what we have been cooking in the kitchen with The Frontmen," adds Rushlow. "For 14 years playing select shows at home and overseas for our men and women in uniform, it's time to see what the world thinks of us! I am more proud of this record with Larry and Richie than any music I have ever been involved in making. Mickey Jack Cones is a true believer who totally knew where to navigate this new sound and yet still be reminiscent of our past successes. We are so grateful to Jon Loba and his team at BMG Nashville for this opportunity. Let's GO!"
The Frontmen Track Listing:
1. It Was Always You 2. The Radio Played 3. I Need You 4. Beatles and Eagles 5. Left Their Mark 6. Should've Run Out of Angels 7. Rattlesnake 8. Layin' Low in Mexico 9. I'll Still Be Loving You (The Frontmen Edition) 10. Amazed (The Frontmen Edition) 11. God Blessed Texas (The Frontmen Edition) 12. Goodbye Beautiful Goodbye
Check out the newly released video for "Beatles and Eagles" below
Tune in this Saturday night for the ninth annual Austin City Limits Hall of Fame, honoring the remarkable career of country music icon Trisha Yearwood. Catch Jo Dee Messina singing Yearwood's 1991 chart-topping hit "She's in Love with the Boy," alongside tributes from Don Henley, Ronnie Dunn, Brothers Osborne and Brandy Clark.
The broadcast premieres Saturday, March 2 at 8 pm ET/7 pm CT on PBS (check local listings).
The special will be available to music fans everywhere to stream online beginning Sunday, March 3 at 10 am ET at pbs.org/austincitylimits.
Country Music Hall of Fame Member Kicks-off Last Season of Live Concerts on March 16
Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens today announced his final run of live concerts at his West Nashville CabaRay Showroom. The legendary singer-songwriter will be performing shows beginning March 16 and plans to continue through December of this year
Since opening CabaRay six years ago, Stevens has performed hundreds of concerts at the CabaRay. Now, as he approaches age 85, Stevens says he is ready to slow down a bit. But not quite retire.
"I plan to stop performing regularly at my CabaRay Showroom here in Nashville at the end of 2024, but I'll be going to work everyday in my recording studio and maybe I'll do a few, a very few, shows in some old familiar places,” he explains. "I'm definitely slowing down but I haven't come to a complete stop. Not yet, anyway!”
Ahead of his formal season of shows, Stevens will also perform a special Valentine's Day live concert on February 14.
Tickets for Stevens' last run of concerts at CabaRay are on-sale now and can be purchased online at raystevenscabaray.com or by calling 615-327-4630.
CabaRay is located in West Nashville at 5724 River Road.
Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Evander Holyfield, Jason Aldean,
Jamey Johnson, Lionel Richie, Little Big Town, Lorrie Morgan, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride, Old Dominion, Pam Tillis, Riley Green, Sam Hunt, and Vince Gill
to Celebrate Band’s Storied Career
CMT announced “CMT GIANTS: ALABAMA,” a star-studded salute celebrating the extraordinary career and music of one of the most successful and iconic country groups of all time. Filming at Belmont University’s Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville, it will air as a 2-hour special later this year.
Music’s biggest names, including Blake Shelton ft. Steve Wariner, Brad Paisley, Jamey Johnson, Jason Aldean, Little Big Town, Old Dominion, Pam Tillis & Lorrie Morgan, Riley Green, and Sam Hunt will come together to perform some of the band’s most legendary hits for a once-in-a-lifetime tribute event.
Additionally, Evander Holyfield, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride, Vince Gill and more will appear both in-person and virtually to share personal stories reflecting on ALABAMA’s forever impact on music, blended alongside rare photos, performance footage and interviews from the vault – plus an all-new sit down with ALABAMA themselves reflecting on their storied career.
Iconic Event Returns to Fort Payne, Alabama’s VFW Fairgrounds on June 1, 2024
Tickets On-sale Via Ticketmaster This Friday, December 1, at 10 AM / CT
Pre-sale Begin Tomorrow, November 28, at 10 AM / CT
Today, legendary country band ALABAMA announced June Jam XVIII, taking place in Fort Payne, Alabama at the VFW Fairgrounds on June 1 of next year. Tickets for the iconic festival, benefiting charitable causes throughout the state of Alabama, go on-sale this Friday, December 1 at 10 AM / CT via Ticketmaster. Pre-sales are available tomorrow, November 28, at 10 AM / CT.
Following a 16-year hiatus, ALABAMA co-founders Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry resurrected June Jam this past summer, drawing nearly 11,000 fans to Fort Payne, raising hundreds of thousands. Owen and Gentry are thrilled to continue the tradition and plan to keep June Jam going for years to come.
Collectively, the past 17 June Jam events have raised over 20 million dollars for the state of Alabama. Money raised goes to The June Jam Foundation which donates to those in need across the state, including disaster relief.
"What a great way to help raise money for many charities and those in need and at the same time, having a great party in a field with our guest artists and fans," says Gentry. "Come join us."
“Looking forward to another great June Jam," adds Owen. "It’s gonna be fun!"
ALABAMA will announce next year’s lineup of talent in the coming months.
June Jam was created by Fort Payne’s sons, ALABAMA, and brought some of the biggest names in country music together for charity. The first June Jam benefit concert took place in 1982 and continued annually for sixteen years, making it one of the biggest country music events in the nation. Previous performers include Garth Brooks, Charlie Daniels, Alan Jackson, The Judds, Tim McGraw, Toby Keith, Wayne Newton, Dolly Parton, Trisha Yearwood, Charley Pride, Willie Nelson and many more.
June Jam XVIII is produced by Outback Presents and Conway Entertainment Group.
Evening to Feature Performances by The Charlie Daniels Legacy Band, Charlie Berry, Ben Gallaher, Carl Wockner, Michael Fabrizio and Caryn Dixon
Officer Matt Davis | Photo Courtesy of Bowling Green Police Department
Several Nashville musicians are lending helping hands to raise funds for Officer Matt Davis of the Bowling Green, Kentucky Police Department, who was severely injured in the line of duty this past July. On November 16 at 6:00 p.m., Bowling Green's SKyPAC (Southern Kentucky Performing Arts Center) will host the Back Up The Blue benefit concert with 100% of the proceeds going to Officer Davis.
The event will host six different musical acts throughout the night. Opening the show will be up-and-coming singer-songwriter, Caryn Dixon, followed by Music City veteran Michael Fabrizio. Third on the bill will be Australian-born artist Carl Wockner, followed by country artist and guitar phenom, Ben Gallaher. Next, singer-songwriter and producer Charlie Berry will take the stage with his band. The evening will end with a live performance from The Charlie Daniels Band Legacy, who is now fronted by country artist Eric Lee Beddingfield. The group features longtime members of The Charlie Daniels Band.
“We are honored to be a part of this event and it's going to be a lot of fun,” says Beddingfield. “We can’t thank the men and women of law enforcement enough for the sacrifice they make every day!”
In addition to the live performances, the evening will feature a silent auction that will take place throughout the event.
Tickets for the Back Up The Blue benefit concert are on-sale now and can be purchased at the SKyPAC box office or online at theskypac.com.
Limited Edition Vinyls Arriving in Time for 2023 Holiday Season
Include Off The Grid: Doin’ It Dylan, Memories,
Memoirs & Miles: Songs of a Lifetime and Night Hawk
Ahead of the 2023 holiday season, BFD / Audium Nashville and Blue Hat Records are releasing several special edition vinyl albums from the late Charlie Daniels. Albums dropping over the next few weeks include Daniels’ Off The Grid: Doin’ It Dylan (Silver vinyl / available Nov. 3), Memories, Memoirs & Miles: Songs of a Lifetime (Orchid Purple vinyl / available Nov. 17) and Night Hawk (Black vinyl / available Nov. 24). Each vinyl is limited to 1,000 individually numbered units available for purchase via The Orchard.
"This is the first wave of Charlie Daniels releases we have strategically mapped out for the next 18 months with many more to come,” explains Bob Frank, CEO / Founder of BFE and Partner for Blue Hat Records. "The archive is vast and we are all thrilled to start this campaign.”
"Along with our partners at BFD, we are excited about the launch of new vinyl releases of some of Charlie's most cherished works," adds David Corlew, Daniels' longtime manager and Blue Hat Records Partner. "These projects were so special to Charlie as he paid tribute to some of Dylan's wonderful songs, as well as sharing the music and lifestyle he so dearly loved, the life of the working cowboy. This bed of work offers a broad stroke of Charlie's musical creativity, with beautiful packaging by Erick Anderson. These are a must for anyone's vinyl collection.”
Off the Grid: Doin' It Dylan is a tribute album to Bob Dylan. The album of Dylan covers was released in 2014. When Daniels first moved to Nashville, he played guitar on three of Dylan's albums, which were recorded there. Daniels attributed playing on these albums for helping him learn about the music business and especially for showing him how to lead his own band. He noted that Dylan had a sense of freedom and that he let the musician play the way he wanted to, instead of telling him how to play.
Night Hawk was originally released in 2016. The album is Daniels' take on classic cowboy country, honoring tales told by cowboys around a campfire, with a mixture of re-worked classics, as well as more obscure tunes.
Originally released in 2017, Daniels’ Memories Memoirs & Miles: Songs of a Lifetime contains some of his biggest hit songs including “Long Haired Country Boy,” “Still in Saigon,” “Simple Man,” The Devil Went Down to Georgia,” “Uneasy Rider” and more. Daniels dedicated the album to Russell Palmer, the man and friend who taught him his first guitar chord.
Christmas 4 Kids (C4K) revealed the lineup for its 2023 benefit concert, set for Monday, November 20 at 7:00 PM at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. This year's big show will feature performances by Shenandoah, Phil Vassar, Chapel Hart, HunterGirl and Mikayla Lane.
"Christmas 4 Kids is celebrating our 41st year of making Christmas special for kids in Middle Tennessee," says C4K President Linda O'Connell. "We've got adult volunteers who shopped with us as children. They remember how special it was for them as children and want to pass it forward! This year we plan to shop with 480 kids, ages 6 to 13, and we couldn't do it without these wonderfully talented musicians who come together to help us continue year after year."
In addition to headlining this year's concert, Shenandoah will host the show. The group's frontman, Marty Raybon, couldn't be more thrilled to lend a helping hand to a cause near and dear to his heart. "Christmas is such an exciting time for children," he explains. "Whether it’s in need of essentials or the wants of a toy or two. Having the opportunity to host Christmas 4 Kids this year is truly a wonderful feeling knowing we have a small part to play in the most wonderful time of the year."
Tony Jackson makes his return to the airwaves with his new album, I’ve Got Songs to Sing, slated for release on September 29, via BFD / Audium Nashville. Jackson’s viral hit, “The Grand Tour,” brought the traditional country singer to prominence on his debut album, TONY JACKSON, and his latest offering again keeps it country for an audience that scored him over 100 million views for his videos to date.
Jackson’s star continues to rise as his duets with Country Music Hall of Fame member Randy Travis, on “Do You Remember Country Music,” a song included on the new project that is currently soaring along the same trajectory as his debut album. The single quickly surpassed 40,000 streams in just five days following its release. On the new compilation, Jackson also duets with the "Queen of Bluegrass," Rhonda Vincent, on "Leave a Light On."
“I am very proud of this project and thankful to be joined by such legendary studio musicians," explains Jackson. "I am especially thankful to my friends, Rhonda Vincent, and Randy Travis, for being a part of it. I met Randy as a kid while living overseas and it remains a powerful core memory. Working with him professionally as an adult is a dream realized.”
The album was produced by Chuck Rhodes and Buddy Hyatt in Nashville, and John Sebastian and Jim Della Croce in Woodstock. In keeping with Jackson’s debut album, the sessions include some of the top players in the industry, including Cindy Cashdollar, Eric Parker, Clifford Carter, Waddy Wachtel, Kenny Vaughn, Jeff Alan Ross, Billy Thomas, Joe Spivey, Dave Roe, Brent Mason, Lonnie Wilson, Duncan Mullins, Joel Key and Jenee Fleenor.
Songs on the album include standards like Jimmy Webb’s “Wichita Lineman” and John Sebastian’s “Darlin’ Be Home Soon,” as well as new material written by Mo Pitney, Vince Melamed, Bobby Tomberlin, Jamey Johnson, Karen Staley, Erin Enderlin and Jackson.
A regular on the Grand Ole Opry, Jackson continues a steady touring schedule while making national TV appearances and releasing hit videos.
1. I’ve Got Songs to Sing 2. Good Time 3. Leave a Light On (featuring Rhonda Vincent) 4. Five Dollar Bible 5. A Lot Like Texas 6. A Little While 7. Darlin' Be Home Soon 8. Dyann 9. I’m All In 10. Wichita Lineman 11. Do You Remember Country Music (featuring Randy Travis)
Earlier this summer, Country Music Hall of Fame member Ronnie Milsap revealed his final Nashville concert, a special tribute event taking place October 3 at Bridgestone Arena. Milsap today announced eleven additional artists who will join the lineup to salute the musical icon as he closes this chapter of his legendary career.
Newly-announced guest entertainers are Trace Adkins, Ricky Skaggs, Steven Curtis Chapman, Ray Stevens, Pam Tillis, The Gatlin Brothers, Hunter Hayes, Mark Wills, The McCrary Sisters, The Los Lonely Boys and Elizabeth Cook.
“I’m so excited about my last show in Nashville at Bridgestone Arena and the amazing lineup of artists," says Milsap. "I love Nashville and the amazing career my fans have given me. 'I wouldn't have missed it for the world!' Please join me. It will be a very special night.”
Previously-announced performers include Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Justin Moore, Scotty McCreery, Tracy Lawrence, Randy Houser, Sara Evans, Lorrie Morgan, Neal McCoy, BRELAND, Phil Vassar, Terri Clark, The Band of Heathens and Charlie McCoy. Sixwire will serve as the house band. The evening will honor Milsap and his 50-plus year career, his celebrated catalog and his lasting influence on country music. Ticket holders can expect several special surprise guest performances.
Tickets are on-sale now via ticketmaster.com. The event is promoted and produced by Outback Presents and Conway Entertainment Group.
PLATINUM-selling singer/songwriter Darryl Worley recognizes the power of a song. It’s been two decades since his biggest hit “Have You Forgotten?” took Country Music and the nation by storm. Penned alongside Wynn Varble, the pair poured their hearts into lyric and created a post-9/11 anthem ensuring people would never forget those lost. Its message quickly resonated with millions, topping Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart in only its fifth week – marking the fastest rise to the top in more than five years – and reigned for seven weeks. Now, 20 years later, Worley revisited his career-defining song with a fresh modern-day perspective on its original themes for a reimagined version titled “Have We Forgotten,” available now via The Valory Music Co.
“One of the first times we played ‘Have You Forgotten?’ live back then was on the Grand Ole Opry. The incredible response we received from that performance is how it all started,” recalled Worley. “We recently decided to sit down and write a new lyric for the song that’s appropriate for this day and time with what’s happening in our country today. For the new version ‘Have We Forgotten,’ we wanted to be certain we said what we were truly feeling in our hearts and didn’t compromise what we believe in, which is exactly how it went down with the original. I’m very proud of the message of the song.”
Worley recently debuted “Have We Forgotten” on the same stage he did the original version 20 years ago – in the hallowed circle at the Grand Ole Opry. Featuring all new lyrics from Worley and Varble, alongside co-writer Noah Gordan, the trio now wonders during the chorus:
"Have we forgotten
Who we really are
All the storms we’ve had to weather
And how we ever got this far
Have we forgotten
How it used to be
When we could still sit down together and agree to disagree"
The new release finds Worley reuniting with trailblazing label executives Scott Borchetta, Allison Jones, George Briner and Jimmy Harnen who were pivotal players at DreamWorks – now all at Big Machine Label Group – when the original version launched in 2003.
“Scott, Allison, George and Jimmy were on my team at DreamWorks when ‘Have You Forgotten?’ hit number one and were instrumental in my early successes as an artist,” Worley adds. “It’s an unbelievable honor and beyond humbling to have the opportunity to release a new version of that career song with these same people. Second chances are hard to come by and I don’t take this moment to work with this special group of people lightly! I know Scott’s work ethic, passion, drive and heart so I can’t think of anything more perfect than to be reunited with him and this dream team for ‘Have We Forgotten.’”
“It is so great to be reunited with Darryl twenty years on from the impact of “Have You Forgotten?” and remind everyone about its moment in history,” said Borchetta, Chairman & CEO of BMLG. “Now, he’s reimagined this classic with a timely and relevant read posing a question that all Americans are asking themselves – ‘how did we get here?’” Borchetta continues, “America experienced this extraordinary moment with 9/11 that brought us all together and now, here we are twenty years later, and our political parties can’t agree on what day it is. Hopefully, this will be a positive step forward in reminding us all that, as Americans, we’re at our best when we’re taking care of each other.”
Traditional country’s standard bearer, Tony Jackson, is back with his latest single, “Five Dollar Bible.” The single marks his first release since signing to BFD / Audium Nashville. “Five Dollar Bible” tells the story of the simple wisdom found on the black and white pages of a gifted five-dollar Bible. In 2022 the singer signed to Bob Frank’s BFD / Audium Nashville and began work on his follow up album slated for release this fall. The single is distributed by BFD/Orchard, Chuck Rhodes as BFD’s GM in Nashville.
One of country’s favorite traditional singers, Jackson’s general social media video count exceeds 109,264,100! Perhaps best known for his viral sensation of the George Jones classic, “The Grand Tour,” Jackson’s pure country vocal style made him the favorite of millions. A regular performer on the Grand Ole Opry, he’s made national television appearances on NBC, USA Network’s Real Country, TBN’s Huckabee, Larry’s Country Diner and CMT.
His debut album, TONY JACKSON, yielded chart singles including: “Drink By Drink,” “Old Porch Swing,” “Nashville Cats,” “It’s Only Make Believe” and “Do I Ever Cross Your Mind.” His single “Country Road” caught the attention of Rolling Stone naming it one of their “ten best county and Americana songs to hear now.”
Jackson’s new album is slated for release later this year. He is managed by Jim Della Croce at Pathfinder Artists and booked by Bob Kinkead at Kinkead Entertainment Agency in Nashville.
"Five Dollar Bible" is available for steaming/download now HERE.
Unannounced Performance at Nissan Stadium During CMA Fest
Dierks Bentley Bestows Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry with
Pinnacle Award, Marking Only Fourth Time Given in History
Photo ID: Teddy Gentry (L), Randy Owen (R)
Photo Credit: Nick Zimmer / CMA
Iconic country group ALABAMA is no stranger to industry awards, having received over 250 throughout its 50-plus year career. Last night, founding members Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry received yet another accolade and arguably their biggest yet, CMA's highest honor, the Pinnacle Award.
During the final evening of live CMA Fest concert performances at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, ALABAMA surprised thousands of fans with an unannounced appearance. The legendary band kept fans on their feet with hit songs "Dixieland Delight," "Mountain Music," "If You're Gonna Play In Texas (You Gotta Have A Fiddle In The Band)," and "Tennessee River."
Following their performance, Dierks Bentley surprised Owen and Gentry with the CMA Pinnacle Award, marking only the fourth time in history the honor has been bestowed. The three previous recipients of the award are Garth Brooks, Kenny Chesney and Taylor Swift.
Photo ID: Teddy Gentry (L), Randy Owen (R)
Photo Credit: Nick Zimmer / CMA
"We had a great time playing CMA Fest, but we still call it Fan Fair," says Owen. "To celebrate our 50th anniversary as a band and to play the Fest on its 50th anniversary was very special. Receiving CMA’s highest honor, the Pinnacle Award, was the surprise of the night, and we are so honored and humbled."
The Pinnacle Award recognizes an artist or group who has undeniably redefined the pinnacle of success in the genre by achieving prominence through concert performances, consumption numbers, record sales and/or other significant industry achievements at levels unique for country music. They have also attained the highest degree of recognition within the broad expanse of music worldwide, and their talent and presence will have a long-term positive impact on the appreciation of country music for generations to come.
"We understand that the only others who have received this award are Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift and Garth Brooks," adds Gentry. "That puts us with some amazing talent that are still recording and touring. We thank the CMA board for this award and are thankful to the three generations of fans who love our music."
Star-Studded Tribute Concert to Feature More Than 30 Artists
October 3, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena
Tickets On-Sale Friday, June 9 at 10 a.m. CT Via Ticketmaster.com
Country Music Hall of Famer Ronnie Milsap has announced his final Nashville performance with a star-studded lineup coming together to pay tribute to the legend on October 3, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena.
The once-in-a-lifetime tribute event will feature performances by Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Justin Moore, Scotty McCreery, Tracy Lawrence, Randy Houser, Sara Evans, Lorrie Morgan, Neal McCoy, BRELAND, Phil Vassar, Terri Clark, The Band of Heathens, Charlie McCoy and more. The evening will honor Milsap and his 50-plus year career, his celebrated catalog, and his lasting influence on country music. More artists will be announced soon.
Tickets go on-sale Friday, June 9 at 10 a.m. CT via ticketmaster.com. The event is promoted and produced by Outback Presents.
“I’m so excited about my last show in Nashville at Bridgestone Arena and the amazing lineup of artists," says Milsap. "This night will be so special for me and all the fans. I love Nashville and the amazing career my fans have given me. 'I wouldn't have missed it for the world.'"
“We are thrilled to host the Ronnie Milsap Tribute concert," adds Bridgestone Arena Chief Venues Officer David Kells. "With over 50 years of music and 40 #1 hits, this celebration is going to be something special. Thank you to the Outback Presents team for curating such an amazing event.”
Photo ID Left to Right: Dave Robbins, Dr. Doug Johnson, Henry Paul
Photo courtesy of Henry Paul
Photo ID Left to Right: Henry Paul, Stephanie Curtiss
Photo courtesy of Henry Paul
Last week, country group BlackHawk and southern rock band The Outlaws, continued their yearly charitable giving, this time donating a collective $75,0000 to MusiCares and the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center.
Henry Paul, a member of BlackHawk, as well as the sole original active member of The Outlaws, presented a $50,000 check to Vanderbilt on behalf of BlackHawk's "Van Stephenson Memorial Cancer Research Fund.” Stephenson, a founding member of BlackHawk, passed away from melanoma in 2001. Additionally, The Outlaws donated $25,000 to MusiCares.
"BlackHawk's commitment to the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center goes back to the mid-nineties and our involvement with the charity event, Country In The Rockies,” explains Paul. "Since establishing our own 501C in the early 2000’s, in the name of our diseased bandmate Van Stephenson, we have donated close to $500,000 to the research lab for cancer research.”
BlackHawk and The Outlaws plan to continue their annual donations for years to come.
"In 2014, The Outlaws established MusiCares as the beneficiary of their charitable efforts and have since donated close to $150,000 to that outstanding organization,” Paul continues. "Our charity director, Lori Eyler, works tirelessly in these fundraising efforts, and we'd like to recognize Bobby Orr, and the Robert E. & Marie Orr Smith Foundation for their generous support."
The official music video for country music duo War Hippies’ explosive second single, “The Hangman,” has garnered a 2023 Silver Telly Award for Craft Videography/Cinematography (Non-Broadcast). Upon its release last fall, the video was featured on The Country Network and the VEVO True Country playlist and has racked up over 1 million views on YouTube alone.
Produced by band members Scooter Brown and Donnie Reis and directed and edited by Paul Gaehring, the video is set in 1875 and follows the story of a good man-turned-outlaw who is forced to go on the run to try to protect the “angel” he loves. With its stunning cinematography and tragic ending, the video embodies the throwback country sound and penchant for authentic storytelling that have earned War Hippies critical acclaim and solidified the pair’s status as one of country music’s most promising new acts.
“This song was inspired by a conversation we had around a campfire with Kurt Russell about his character, The Hangman, in the movie The Hateful Eight. Our drummer on tour also happens to be an incredible cinematographer, which made it easy to shoot the video while touring out West, and everything was done in-house, from concept to filming to editing,” said Brown.
Added Reis, “This was an amazing collaborative effort, with friends and family generously allowing us to film with their horses, props, farm and cabin. They cooked for us, built the gallows and even dressed up and appeared as extras in the shoot, while a combat veteran friend of ours, Gamble Alexander, starred in the video alongside his now-girlfriend, Lauren Payne. We’re proud to share this award with all of them and everyone on our team who supported the video’s creation.
The duo's other latest music video titled "Make It Out Alive" aired on Country Rebel for Memorial Day, honoring our troops with a song that speaks on the Veteran suicide crisis while encouraging those who are fighting to hold on to hope. Check it out here: .
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The Frontmen (Larry Stewart of Restless Heart; Richie McDonald, formerly of Lonestar; and Tim Rushlow, formerly of Little Texas) today released two fresh songs through their new label home, BMG/BBR Music Group. “Left Their Mark” and “Amazed (The Frontmen Edition)” are available now through all digital streaming music providers.
These debut songs from The Frontmen feature McDonald singing lead on “Left Their Mark,” which gives a heartfelt nod to our men and women in uniform, and “Amazed (The Frontmen Edition),” a re-record of Lonestar’s 1999 No. 1 smash hit.
With Memorial Day approaching, McDonald feels the timing is right for the world to hear the red, white and blue drenched, “Left Their Mark.” The song was written by McDonald and hit tunesmith James Dean Hicks.
“It’s crazy to think a song that me and James Dean Hicks wrote over thirteen years ago now has a chance to touch some hearts and leave a mark on the world," says McDonald. "That’s what I love about making music.”
The national television broadcast premiere of "Left Their Mark" happens this Memorial Day weekend on the Tunnel to Towers Dallas Never Forget Concert Country Music Salutes America’s Heroes TV special. Stewart, McDonald and Rushlow join an all-star lineup of Jelly Roll, Tanya Tucker, Ian Munsick, Dennis Quaid, Krista Marie and more, in saluting our nation's military heroes and first responders. The program will air across multiple broadcast partners in the coming months, beginning with this weekend's premiere across major FOX affiliate markets. Click here for broadcast details. Watch the sizzle reel here.
These new songs from The Frontmen are but a taste of what’s to come from the three legendary voices of '90s country. More tunes, all of which will be included on an upcoming album, will be released in the coming months, with Stewart, Rushlow and McDonald tag-teaming lead vocals. Two-time GRAMMY-nominated Mickey Jack Cones is producing the project.
Over the course of his near 50-year career, country music legend John Anderson, to the surprise of many, has never headlined Nashville's Ryman Auditorium. That all changed on Sunday, May 21, when the veteran singer-songwriter took the stage at the historic "Mother Church" of country music.
"The Ryman is one of my favorite places to perform, period," Anderson shared with The Tennessean prior to his concert. "Personally, it's a special deal for me."
Before a full house, Anderson slayed through hit after hit, performing classics such as "Swingin," "Seminole Wind," "Straight Tequila Night," "Money in the Bank" and many more.
“I was part of Waylon’s last album recorded there and have been a part of Marty Stuart's Late Night Jam a few times," says Anderson. "But to have a whole evening with my fans felt very special.“
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