NASHVILLE RECORDING ARTISTS AND MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS PAY TRIBUTE TO TINA TURNER

 

Tina Turner 50th Anniversary Tour photo

Photo credit: Phillip Spittle / Source: Wikipedia Commons

Nashville recording artists and music industry professionals are mourning the passing of two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Tina Turner. Born in Brownsville, Tennessee and raised in nearby Nutbush, she rose from her small town roots to ultimately claim the title of the "Queen of Rock and Roll" and become a global icon.

From her early days as a member of the Ike & Tina Turner Revue in the Sixties, to her comeback and meteoric rise to the top of the charts in the Eighties at age 44, Turner was an unstoppable force of nature. She also wrote three books, acted in numerous films, was the subject of the semi-autobiographical film, What's Love Got to Do with It, and won 12 Grammy Awards in her lifetime.

Nashville recording artists and music industry members pay tribute to her:

“Thinking of the great Tina Turner! The ultimate professional & mentor. She taught us how to dream BIG & to overcome some of life’s BIGGEST obstacles! Rest in Peace 

my Queen.“ 

– Wendy Moten

“Tina Turner’s career is the epitome of determination, endurance & resilience. She had nothing to prove & everything to prove & in the end will be remembered as someone who spoke & lived their truth with dignity & passion. Her legacy will live on through her incredible body of work that will continue to influence generations to come.”

 – Leslie Fram, SVP Music & Talent/CMT

“What a great loss to us all, losing the Queen, the one &only Tina Turner, Anna Mae Bullock. She is a key piece in why we sing.  My mother, & Marriana's grandmother, Stonye Figueroa, was an Ikette for many years. She performed with the Ike & Tina Turner Revue for their electrifying & groundbreaking performance on the Ed Sullivan Show.  She held her hand, danced endless hours with her & has passed on to us the love & discipline Tina gave to her. We are truly grateful for the miles Tina traveled so we all could live our dreams. We love you Tina, now & forever." 

– Cheaza Figueroa & Marriana Nevarez of the mother-daughter country duo, HuneyFire

“We so often throw the words icon & legend around. Tina was, in every sense, both.  She was the best example of a performer & a survivor.  The world lost an irreplaceable treasure & will never be the same…” 

– Rissi Palmer, artist and host of Color Me Country, Apple Music

"Tina was and will always be the epitome of resilience, strength, courage, style, grace, & pure & raw talent. What she gave to the world through all of her gifts is immeasurable & I will miss her  for all time. No one has and will ever do it like the 'Queen of Rock & Roll' did." 

– Kortney Toney, Executive Director, Nashville Music Equality

“Tina Turner always said that the Ikettes represented her & they had to look 'outta sight' whenever they were on stage. She might have added that the Ikettes had to be just as vocally fluid, sexy, & high energy. One tall order. To be an Ikette was to qualify as rock royalty. But there was only one queen. Rest easy, Tina.” 

- Alanna Nash, best selling author and journalist

“In the 48 years that I worked as a professional photographer, I’ve shot many of the biggest acts in music, including shooting Tina many times. I first shot her with the Ike & Tina Turner Revue when I was in the tenth grade at Pirates World in Dania, Florida. She was the most electrifying star I had ever seen, then or since. She & The Ikettes were everywhere on stage. What she did was bigger than life. As big of a global star as Jagger, McCartney, or Mohammed Ali, anyone. Plus, she was genuine, sweet, & as cool & kind as can be.” 

– Rick Diamond, Rick Diamond Photography

“Anna Mae Bullock was & will always be the undisputed Queen of Rock & Roll. Her strength, power, & beauty have inspired us for as long as we can remember. Thank you, Tina Turner,  for creating the roads when there were none. We are forever grateful.” 

– Allen Thompson and Keshia Bailey of the Americana/rock group, LadyCouch

SINGER-SONGWRITER HANNAH BETHEL RELEASES DRIVING UP-TEMPO SINGLE, "GODSPEED, LOS ANGELES"

Singer-songwriter, Hannah Bethel, has released the driving, up-tempo single, “Godspeed, Los Angeles.” The track was premiered earlier this week by The Amp. Listen at this link and find it at your favorite digital retailers.

Early support from editorial and high-profile playlists include Amazon Music / Fresh Folk & Americana, Spotify / New Music Nashville, and CMT Next Women of Country.

“Godspeed, Los Angeles” is the second single from Bethel’s forthcoming EP, ‘Until the Sun Comes Back Around,’ set to release on March 25. Her previous single, “Bad News Baby,” was released in late January and garnered attention from Billboard and The Boot, and added to Americana, country, and folk editorial playlists at Amazon Music, Spotify and Tidal, in addition to CMT Next Women of Country, Ditty TV, and Women of Americana playlists, among dozens of others.

“Godspeed, Los Angeles,” written by Bethel, tells the story of the navigation of relationships and the realization when it’s time to separate yourself from that relationship. “I don’t think there is enough space given for men when their confidence falters, when their road becomes unclear and their dreams change,” Bethel says. “I was trying to date a friend who was so wrapped up in his journey that he didn’t have space for anyone else. And that’s okay. I saw it for what it was, and I decided to let it go, with so much love,” she says of the inspiration behind the single.

“When you get to the great wide open

When the desert meets the sea

I hope you finally find the space to breathe

I hope angels dance around you

And you feel the sweetest peace

We know you can’t have it sleeping next to me

Oh, it’s like you’re wound so tight

You ain’t ever coming undone

But in your darkest night

You can’t ever outrun

The beat of your heart and all your regrets

So I hope you fight to the death for your happiness

Godspeed, oh, Los Angeles”

“Godspeed, Los Angeles” was produced by Tim Craven (The Brethren/Boys Club for Girls) and mixed by GRAMMY Award-winning engineer, Brandon Bell (Brandi Carlile/The Highwomen/Miranda Lambert). The track features Bethel on acoustic guitar and vocals, backed by an all-star band, including Sadler Vaden on electric guitar (Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit/Morgan Wade), Billy Justineau on synth and B3 (Brothers Osborne/Eric
Church), Jabe Beyer on acoustic guitar (Natalie Hemby/Lucie Silvas), Megan Jane on drums (Erin Enderlin/Molly Tuttle), Peter Sternberg on bass (Brothers Osborne), Tim Craven on electric guitar, percussion, programming loops, and Haley Arnott on harmonies and backing vocals.

Bethel has made waves across multiple formats with her emotionally powerful vocals and soul-baring writing style, earning her a first-place win in the Americana category of the 2019 International Songwriting Competition and as a current finalist for “Best Female Vocalist” (all genres) at this year’s Appalachian Arts + Entertainment Awards.

She is also a proud Featured Artist endorsee of Furch, Gretsch and Taylor Guitars.

Lyrics © 2022 Hannah Bethel/Wildflower Moonshine (SESAC). All Rights Reserved. Reprinted by permission.

MATT BAILIE RELEASES POWERFUL NEW BALLAD - "NAKED"

Matt Bailie has released his latest single, “Naked,” the title track from his forthcoming EP. The song is available to stream and purchase at all major digital retailers at this link.

Produced by Michael Wilkes, and written by Bailie, Henri Gates, and Cassie Verhaeghe, the lyrics to the powerful – yet tender – contemporary country ballad read like a heartfelt love letter to Bailie’s muse in a real and vulnerable way that is at the core of Bailie’s artistry. Unlike the provocative title may suggest, “Naked” honors the woman by assuring her that she doesn’t need all the trappings of makeup and glam style to hold his attention and reminds her that she is amazing in the beauty that she possesses naturally.

“Naked is song that I co-wrote with the intention to lift women up; to say that they are not objects,” states Bailie. “God made them beautiful in a pure and amazing way.”

“Girl you're perfect just the way you are

You don’t even know you shine like gold you’re a star

If you could see what I see

You wouldn't judge yourself from a magazine

Or a mirror, you'd see it clearer like me

So get naked

Take it off

I wanna see the way God made ya

Let it fall

You ain't gotta hide behind that wall

And all that makeup, when you wake up

You've got it all

I wouldn't change ya, I'll take it, no need to fake it

So get naked”

“Naked follows the successful release in September of the single and music video for his comeback song “Whiskey Away.” The visually engaging music video was broadcast premiered on The Country Network and digitally premiered by Nashville Noise.

These two singles and upcoming EP open a new chapter for Bailie and his return to the Nashville music scene following his initial success and debut album in 2010, which was marred by a label closure and his subsequent return to his home state of Florida.

“I’m so excited about this phase of my career,” Bailie says from his home in Nashville. “I feel more real and true to my music and my brand than I ever have. I am incredibly grateful for that.”

For more information about Matt Bailie visit his website at https://mattbailie.com

HANNAH BETHEL RELEASES NEW SINGLE AND LYRIC VIDEO "MEMPHIS"

Stream and purchase "Memphis" Here

Americana/country singer-songwriter Hannah Bethel has released her latest single and lyric video, "Memphis." The video was premiered this week by Americana Highways and can also be viewed on YouTube here. 

"Memphis" was written by Bethel, her sister Wynter Bethel, and Gabe Burdulis. The single was produced by the team of Brad Hill (Maren Morris/Brothers Osborne) and Lalo Guzman. The psychedelic-inspired lyric video was created by Iris Dutour.

The fun, rocking, mid-tempo opens with a slide guitar wailing over a scratch beatbox groove that sets the stage for Bethel's tale of a couple whose relationship has hit a dull spot and the solution is a spur of the moment idea to break away for a road trip adventure to Memphis.

 "Maybe we should go to Memphis

Let's talk about it

Let's get a little bit lost and we'll know when we've found it

We all need a little Graceland 

Sunshine and a second chance

Sip some Tennessee whiskey 'til we understand 

We've got a love that's endless 

Maybe we're just restless 

And maybe we should go to Memphis"

 As the intensity of the song builds it is layered with B3 organ and a gospel-flavored vocal choir which further adds to its cool Delta vibe. With nods to the soul stylings of Otis Redding, Elvis's Graceland and the Mississippi River, the music track and visual lyrics provide a perfect showcase for Bethel's powerful vocals.

"I recorded 'Memphis' a while back," Bethel says. "I've been holding on to it waiting for the right time to release it. It's a song about getting back into a space of joy and fun, living in the moment and appreciating it. I feel like this is definitely the time for this song."

"Memphis" is the follow up to Bethel's critically acclaimed single and music video, "The House is on Fire," which was strongly embraced by Americana and country outlets, including Ditty TV, CMT, Americana Highways, The Alternate Root and others. The song also won first place in the 2019 Americana category of the International Songwriting Competition.

Bethel is also expanding her creative horizons and debuts her considerable acting skills in the new music video "Wreck Me" by Jamie O'Neal, where she co-stars along with her real-life boyfriend Chris Probasco in the sultry and steamy video which premiered this week on CMT.com. Bethel co-wrote the song with O'Neal and Rachele Lynae.

During the pandemic, Bethel has maintained a busy livestream performance schedule on the social media platforms of American Songwriter, The Boot, Americana Highways, CenterStage Magazine, and Women of Americana, as well as her own online outlets. She was recently featured on on the bill of the Yadaloo Music and Arts Virtual Festival (Arkansas' #1 music festival) alongside Erin Enderlin, Texas Hill, Craig Campbell and many others.

Stay current with Hannah Bethel's livestreams and tour dates on her website and follow and connect with her on social media.

INDEPENDENT ARTIST DOUGLAS RILEY RELEASES SINGLE AND VIDEO “THAT MUDDY WATER”

Independent country artist Douglas Riley has released his latest single and music video, "That Muddy Water." The video premiered yesterday.

 

"That Muddy Water" was written by and produced by Riley. The music video was directed and produced by Flick Wiltshire.

 

"'That Muddy Water' is about a struggling artist like me moving away from home and being alone in a big city and realizing it is harder that he thought it was going to be," says Riley. "In the song, I'm lonely in this city I've moved to and I start looking back and reminiscing on the days of my youth, a high school love and happier times."

 

"By now I can finally see

The only thing that is still clear to me

Is that muddy water, was it all just a dream?

Does it even matter, part of that small town scene

You kissed me on the lips, I have you in my arms

Right there on the front steps of your daddy's farm

Soon as I think I've moved on since then

I close my eyes and I'm knee deep again

In that muddy water."

"I am grateful for the opportunity to share this video so people can get to know me better as a person and as an artist," states Riley

"That Muddy Water" is the second single released from Riley's forthcoming album, 'A Love Like That.' His previous single, "Colorblind," addressed his personal desires for greater understanding, compassion, and the need for racial unity in America.

The single is now available to stream and purchase at all major digital outlets HERE.

 

https://www.douglasrileymusic.com

COUNTRY MUSIC FANTASY CAMP ANNOUNCES JANUARY CAMP

Country Music Fantasy Camp Announces January Camp Headlined by Country Hit-Maker Keith Burns 

and Lisa Guerrero of 'Inside Edition'

With Special Guests Rising Duo Presley & Taylor

The Country Music Fantasy Camp is excited to announce a star packed camp scheduled for January 13-15, 2020, headlined by country hit-maker, Keith Burns, formerly of Trick Pony, and television star and 'Inside Edition' investigative reporter-turned country singer, Lisa Guerrero. The camp will also feature special guests, rising sister duo, Presley & Taylor.

Burns was the founding member of the Grammy-nominated ACM & AMA award-winning, platinum-selling group Trick Pony, best known for their smash hits, "Pour Me" and "Just What I Do." Guerrero is the popular on-air television personality of 'Inside Edition.' Burns and Guerrero recently released the single "Everybody Loves A Comeback," which is currently making waves in the music industry.

Burns and Guerrero will be joined by rising sister act, Presley & Taylor, who have recently released new music produced by legendary record producer, James Stroud and co-producer, Burns.

The camp will also feature some of the best singers and songwriters in Nashville. They will be the band's coaches, providing expert guidance and knowledge. Some of the coaches have included Steve Williams, writer of "Redneck Yacht Club" for Craig Morgan and Tim "Fiddleman" Watson who has played and recorded with the likes of Tammy Wynette, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Travis Tritt, Jamey Johnson, Jon Pardi, Kid Rock, and many others.

Country Music Fantasy Camp allows campers to write original country songs in a "band" setting with guidance from some of country music's best. After the bands write the songs, they then head into the studio to record them with some of Nashville's top musicians. That evening, magic happens with a group dinner and a live stage for any of the campers and musicians to get up and play and/or sing. The next day includes a live performance the band's original song on a stage at one of Nashville top honky tonks, backed up with great live musicians. Delicious meals, photo shoots of each camper and the bands plus digital copies of all recorded music will be provided to all campers shortly after the end of this exciting two plus days in Nashville.

Each camper is responsible for their own accommodations. Country Music Fantasy Camp has also negotiated great rates at some of Nashville's best hotels that campers can take advantage of.

Come live out your dream at this 2-day Country Music Fantasy Camp headlined by Keith Burns and Lisa Guerrero.Watch their video about the event, and reserve your space today at www.cmfantasycamp.com.

"You don't need amazing talent as we have the best in the business teaching and backing you up" says Bob Ekman, Founder and CEO of Country Music Fantasy Camp. "You've just gotta love music."

Country Music Fantasy Camp also develops customized corporate and other group events highlighting writing, recording and performing songs for team building, incentives and even competition. CMFC is also available to travel to work with corporations, the military, and associations so that many can live out their Country Music Fantasy anywhere in the US.

Follow Country Music Fantasy Camp on Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countrymusicfantasycamp

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/countrymusicfantasycamp

TIM RUSHLOW SIGNS EXCLUSIVELY WITH THE KINKEAD ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY FOR WORLDWIDE BOOKING REPRESENTATION

Front L to R: TKEA’s VP and Head of Live Performance - Greg Scott and CEO - Bob Kinkead; Tim Rushlow; TKEA’s President Head of Film/TB - Julie Devereux 

and Clif Doyal Agency/Artist Manager - Clif Doyal.  

 Back L to R: TKEA’s Marketing/Booking Coordinator-Caylee  Mizzell-Smith; Agent - Art Benson Agent; Contracts/BookingCoordinator - Paige Zuidema; Assistant - Lea Swatosch

and Agent - Dennis Kurtz.

Photo Credit: Moments By Moser Photography

Accomplished independent country artist Tim Rushlow, has signed exclusively with The Kinkead Entertainment Agency for worldwide booking representation. Known for his high-energy performances and his ability to captivate every audience, Rushlow is first and foremost an entertainer. He first achieved multi-platinum success in the '90s as the powerhouse lead vocalist of country supergroup Little Texas, with chart-toppers such as “God Blessed Texas,” “What Might Have Been” and “Amy’s Back In Austin.” Rushlow is a three-time Grammy nominee, CMA and ACM Award winner.

“TKEA is proud to be the exclusive agents for Tim Rushlow, and welcome him, and his team to our booking/talent agency. Tim is a true artist in the sense that he has reinvented his brand over the course of his career several times and has left a mark in the entertainment industry,” stated Bob Kinkead, CEO. “A lead singer of one of the most successful bands to break in the country music business in the early 90s, to a singer-songwriter with his one man show, to the high energy of his big band show and PBS special. I have seen the fire, passion and drive in his eyes that will take his career to a whole new level, and I am excited to be part of his career and opportunities that we will create together.”

“After not touring for over twelve years in the country space, I am honored to make a return to the country music scene for representation with Bob and his staff at Kincaid Entertainment Agency, who share my passion to do this,” stated Tim Rushlow. “I am humbled by new and old listeners alike that have continually asked for me to tour again. I look forward to bringing my songs from the 90's soundtrack back to life again along with my first new music in a decade as well.”

With the recent strong resurgence in ‘90s Country and increased demand from his fans, Tim is once again focusing his energy into the music that first brought him to a global audience. He has recently written and recorded a collection of all new songs which will be a launch pad for the next phase of his career and he is very excited to be performing his unique brand of Country music – including his arsenal of hits from the soundtrack of the ‘90s and never-before-heard new music – for fans everywhere.

Keep up with Tim Rushlow on his website (which is currently under reconstruction) and by following him on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Youtube.

COUNTRY MUSIC FANTASY CAMP FEATURING TIM RUSHLOW ANNOUNCED FOR NOVEMBER 4-6

The Original Voice of Little Texas to Be Joined by All-Star Drummer Rich Redmond, Hit Songwriter Steve Williams and Sidekick to the Stars Tim "Fiddleman" Watson

After rave reviews from Country Music Fantasy Camp's first summer camp in late July, this "once in a lifetime" Nashville experience is excited to announce a star studded camp headlined by Tim Rushlow, scheduled for November 4-6, 2019. Rushlow was the original voice of Little Texas and sang the smash hits, "God Blessed Texas," "What Might Have Been," "Amy's Back In Austin" and others. He is a CMA and ACM Award-winner, and three time Grammy nominee with over 11 million records sold.

"Tim is a rare breed, a humble star who can't wait to spend time and share experiences and knowledge with his top fans and lovers of country music," states Country Music Fantasy Camp's CEO Bob Ekman.

Tim will be joined by legendary musician, Rich Redmond, drummer for Jason Aldean and many other superstar artists. Redmond has performed on 26 #1 hits, and was voted "Country Drummer of the Year" by Modern Drummer Magazine for 2016, 2017 and 2018. The camp will also feature Steve Williams, writer of "Redneck Yacht Club" for Craig Morgan. Rounding out the lineup will be Tim "Fiddleman" Watson who has played and recorded with the likes of Tammy Wynette, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Travis Tritt, Jamey Johnson, Jon Pardi, Kid Rock, and many others. "These guys are the real deal," says CMFC's Director of Entertainment, PT Houston.

Country Music Fantasy Camp allows campers to write original country songs in a "band" setting with guidance from some of country music's best. After the bands write the songs, they then head into the studio to record them with some of Nashville's top musicians. That evening, magic happens in The George Jones Museum with a dinner and a live stage for any of the group to get up and play or sing with the musicians. The next day includes a live performance the band's original song on a stage at one of Nashville top honky tonks, backed up with great live musicians. Meals and copies of "behind-the-scenes" photographs and a video of the camp and 25 EPs of all songs recorded in that camp are included.

Each camper is responsible for their own accommodations. Country Music Fantasy Camp has also negotiated great rates at some of Nashville's best hotels and Vrbo that campers can take advantage of.

Come live out your dream at this 2-day Country Music Fantasy Camp headlined by Tim Rushlow. Watch Rushlow's personal video about the event, and reserve your space today at www.cmfantasycamp.com.

"You don't need amazing talent as we have the best in the business teaching and backing you up" says Ekman. "You just gotta love music."

Country Music Fantasy Camp also develops customized corporate and other group events highlighting writing, recording and performing songs for team building, incentives and even competition. CMFC is also available to travel to work with corporations, the military, and associations so that many can live out their Country Music Fantasy.

Follow Country Music Fantasy Camp on Social Media:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countrymusicfantasycamp/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/countrymusicfantasycamp/

INDEPENDENT ARTIST HANNAH BETHEL RELEASES "RHINESTONE RODEO" TO RADIO AS SHE WRAPS FIRST LEG OF NATIONAL TOUR

Demand for Airplay Increases as Bethel Energizes Fanbase with Powerful Concert Performances and Emotionally Charged Music Video

"Hannah Bethel is equal parts vulnerability and strength, which makes her a force to be reckoned with in country music. The seemingly simplistic melody of her new song, 'Rhinestone Rodeo,' only enhances the more complicated and emotional ties that come when pursuing a risky chase, as the storyline suggests. With three female powerhouse writers (Bethel being one) behind the ballad, the slowly disappearing art of eloquently painting a detailed picture reemerges as a must in today's listening world. Not to mention the attraction of Bethel's effortless and easy listening vocals. Look this girl up---she is a game changer!" - Lindsey Sipe, The Country Note 

Independent Country/Americana recording star Hannah Bethel releases "Rhinestone Rodeo" to radio today. Increased demand from programmers for the single comes hot on the heels of wrapping the first 16-show leg of her national tour - and as the emotional and heart-tugging music video for "Rhinestone Rodeo' gathers steam at CMT Music and The Country Network.

"Rhinestone Radio" is available to Country and Americana broadcasters at CDX Nashville and fans can listen to the single here.

Critical acclaim and fan reaction for "Rhinestone Rodeo" has been very strong since the music video was recently premiered by both Billboard and CMT Music. Billboard stated "Bethel's ethereal vocals and universal storytelling are at the heart of her new song 'Rhinestone Rodeo,' a tale about chasing her dreams and never giving up." CMT extolled that "Bethel exudes some solid country wisdom made famous by Dolly Parton in her latest release 'Rhinestone Rodeo.' Both believe life is sweeter when you have an attitude of gratitude, and each has a knack for turning adversity into works of art." The Boot named "Rhinestone Rodeo" one of 10 New Songs You Need To Hear and it is included on several playlists, including Spotify's CMT Music and CMT Next Women of Country and on Apple Music CMT Next Women of Country.



"I am so excited and grateful for the way that 'Rhinestone Rodeo' has been received so far," says Bethel. "I am thrilled to be sharing it with my friends at radio!"

Bethel's "Rhinestone Rodeo Tour" has won her rave reviews to date as she has crisscrossed America performing in The Great Smoky Mountains, New York City, Connecticut, Colorado, Kentucky, and multiple concerts in Alaska and in her hometown of Nashville. From solo acoustic performances at glamping destination Under Canvas and New York City's famed Rockwood Music Hall, to full band shows at influential Indie Rock, Americana and Country clubs including The Basement, 3rd & Lindsley and The Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, to Tidball's in Bowling Green (once described by David Fricke in Rolling Stone magazine as the city's "long-running equivalent to CBGB," the New York City music club where groups like the Ramones, Blondie and Talking Heads got their start), and festival shows on the coast of Valdez, Bethel is winning the hearts of fans across multiple genres and varied musical tastes. She also garnered glowing quotes from several talent buyers on the tour that speak volumes about her live performances:

"You can hear her love and desire to perform in each note sang by her soothing but powerful voice. On her first show with us, Hannah joined a lineup that boasted of some the most respected female artists of the Nashville and South Central Kentucky region. She held her own and along with her three-piece band behind her, demanded the crowd's attention instantly. We hope to make the legendary Tidball's a home for Hannah and a gateway to the North for her future tours." 

- Brian Jarvis, owner, Tidballs, Bowling Green, KY

"We were pleased to launch our Acoustic Campfire Music Series with Hannah Bethel as our first artist at our Great Smoky Mountains location this summer. Hannah's warm and friendly personality and intimate yet powerful performances strongly connected with our guests." 

- May Lilley, VP Marketing for Under Canvas

"Hannah's confidence, exuberance and sheer musicality on stage are indicative of an artist who has put in the time required for her craft. She provides a shining example to those thinking about delving into a career in music. Hannah Bethel is badass." 

- Mike Grimes, co-owner, The Basement, The Basement East, Nashville, TN

"Everyone loved Hannah and her band! Her shows were fantastic." 

- Laurine Regan, Events & Marketing Coordinator, City of Valdez, Alaska

Between tour dates Bethel also made multiple appearances on WSM 650 AM Radio, and has been featured by The Country Note, Nashville Access, Think Country, NY Country Swag and others.

Bethel will resume her "Rhinestone Rodeo Tour" in August. Stay current with her latest touring updates at https://www.hannahbethel.com

CMT ARTIST DISCOVERY EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE OF HANNAH BETHEL'S VIDEO "TRAIN"

Critically Acclaimed Indie Artist Featured on CMT Music for Six Weeks, Online at CMT.com and across all CMT Social Platforms

'We are so excited to be supporting Hannah Bethel - she's a great storyteller. Take one listen to 'Train' and you will be singing it all day!" 

- Leslie Fram, SVP Music & Talent/CMT

Photo credit: Luke Rogers

Rising independent artist, Hannah Bethel's music video for her latest single, "Train," will air in an exclusive CMT Artist Discovery broadcast premiere on CMT Music and online at CMT.com on Tuesday, Dec. 4th.

CMT Music approximate air times for "Train" on 12/4 are slated between 6:50-7:50am, 12:45-12:55pm and 11:40-11;50pm. The video will Premiere at CMT.com at 12:00 Midnight at this link: www.cmt.com/video-clips/wxob8n. (All times listed are ET).

Bethel's "Train" video will air 3-times each day on CMT Music for 6 weeks and be eligible for extra spins on the CMT Music 12-Pack Countdown. The CMT Artist Discovery also includes CMT.com homepage promotion, and CMT social media and editorial platform promotion for Bethel and "Train."

The powerful and hauntingly beautiful music video was filmed and directed by Dawson Waters in the mountains and deserts of west Texas. "Train" was co-written by Bethel and sister, Wynter Bethel, and produced by Brad Hill and Lalo.

"I have always loved the art of music videos and telling the visual story of a song," states Bethel. "I've been watching CMT since I was a kid and I am so honored and so excited to be supported by them!"

Bethel's artistic vision and growing critical acclaim places her at the vanguard of the best and brightest rising recording artists in Nashville today. A tireless performer and songwriter since her teens, Bethel has spent the past decade releasing music independently and garnering accolades all along the way. Her well-developed and unique style influenced by the greats of Country and Seventies Rock has led her to receive high praise from such renowned music industry critics as Robert K. Oermann and Chuck Dauphin, major radio personalities including Bill Cody and Devon O'Day of WSM, and rave reviews from leading media outlets such as prestigious Billboard, MusicRow, and Maverick Magazine.

In another major step in her upward career trajectory, Bethel was recently welcomed to become a member of Nashville's prestigious Song Suffragettes, a trailblazing organization founded by Todd Cassetty and a leading member, independent artist, Kalie Shorr. Song Suffragettes is a collective of female singer-songwriters that performs every Monday night at The Listening Room Café in Nashville, TN. In just over four years, Song Suffragettes has showcased over 200 talented women out of over 1,300 who have submitted to play the showcase. With a mantra of #LetTheGirlsPlay, Song Suffragettes vocally combats wide-spread discrimination against women in the music industry by giving female talent a place to play, grow and evolve with fellow creatives.

Bethel currently maintains a busy performance schedule of solo acoustic shows and with her band Hannah Bethel and the Gypsy Queens. She has toured across America from Alaska to New Jersey and everywhere in between, and shared the stage with such artists as Joe Nichols, Rodney Atkins, Trisha Yearwood, Charlie Worsham, Buddy Jewell, Frankie Ballard, Canaan Smith and Nine Days, among others.

To learn more about Hannah Bethel, go to https://www.hannahbethel.com

Follow Hannah Bethel on Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahbethel
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannah.bethel.artist
Twitter: https://twitter.com/hannahbethel
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/hannahbethelmusic

NATALIE ROSE CRACKS TOP 15 ON TEXAS REGIONAL RADIO REPORT AND RADIO IS LOVING HER

"My South" Single Continues To Climb In Competition For Airplay Against Some Of The Biggest Artists In The TX Music Scene

"Natalie Rose has a voice that spans all ages, with an energy level and a range that surpasses all expectations, this young lady is one to be heard!" 

- Rita Ballou, Morning Show Co-Host, KOKE-FM/Austin, TX

Natalie Rose's latest single, "My South," is proving itself against songs from some of the biggest stars in the Texas music scene and radio programmers are quick to express their strong support for her. Currently the only female inside the Top 15 of the Texas Regional Radio Report, Rose is competing alongside Josh Abbott, Wade Bowen, Pat Green and other major artists in a format with few women artists.

In addition to high praise from Ballou, "My South" and Rose also have garnered strong support from other influential radio programmers, including Austin Daniels of KFTX/Corpus Christi, TX who raves: "Natalie Rose's 'My South' has crisp, clear vocals with a fiery finale that is smoking hot! This young lady is someone to watch, and someone your listeners will identify with...she's 'Real,' she's 'Country,' she's 'Texas'... enough said!"

No stranger to the Texas music scene, over the course of 6 singles, Rose has earned the distinction of being one of the top female vocalists in the marketplace, an honor that she has earned by releasing great songs and maintaining a busy touring schedule. "My South" is the sixth single release from Rose since 2014, with each successive song climbing higher on the charts than the previous one. Rose's last single, "Conformity," peaked at #7.

Texas print and Internet media outlets have also recognized Rose's accomplishments. She is currently the cover feature story in the October/November edition of Texas Life Magazine and recently graced the cover of Action Magazine.

Ken Murray, another well-known Texas radio tastemaker who programs KTTX/KWHI/Brenham, TX, sums it up quite well: "Natalie Rose possesses one of the finest voices in Country music and when she sings about 'My South' she hits the nail on the head."

For more information about Natalie Rose, connect with her online:

Website: https://www.natalierosemusic.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieRoseMusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NRoseMusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalierosetx/

RISING RED DIRT ARTIST JAKE FLINT IMPRESSES AT TEXAS REGIONAL RADIO MUSIC AWARDS

Photo credit: Tara Bone Photography

"Upon meeting Jake Flint you know you have met a man with something to say. His story and song, which are one in the same, are presented with a sense of realism that comes as no surprise. He stands confident on the stage and delivers one song after another smoothly with a real voice that comes from a real place. On a stage of what was a "new faces" show, Jake was not as new as the title of the show lended you to think, because his craft is far beyond that point with his skill in writing, singing, and playing proving he is seasoned. His personality and delivery is top notch and very accessible to those in front of him. He turned me from an interested listener to a fan. Jake Flint is a great find." 

- Carey Dean, 106.9 The Ranch/Corsicana, TX (Seven-time TRRMA award winner for "Medium Market On-Air Personality of the Year")

Rising Red Dirt music singer/songwriter Jake Flint impressed with his performance on the "Future Faces Show" that was part of the recent annual Texas Regional Radio Music Awards (TRRMA).

The Oklahoma performer took the opportunity of the coveted performance slot to sing two of his original songs, "Whole New Kind Of Blue" and his current single, "Cowtown." He also delivered a powerful interpretation of the Leonard Cohen classic, "Hallelujah." In addition, Flint played lead guitar for the other artists on the bill including Clay Hollis, Tanner Sparks, Jade Marie Patek, Bubba T, Robert Ray, Donice Morace and Kenna Danielle.

"I feel really blessed to have been included in the TRRMA 'Future Faces Show' alongside some phenomenal new artists who became new friends," states Flint. "Many thanks to Jade Marie Patek for inviting me to perform with her at the main awards ceremony and especially to Dave Smith for putting on a top of the line event as always. Can't wait to work hard this year and attend again next year!"

Flint has made strong inroads into the Texas/Red Dirt music scene this year since the release of his debut single that has brought attention to him with significant radio airplay and chart action. That coupled with recent inclusions in The Red Dirt Radio Hour, hosted by Red Dirt pioneers, John Cooper and Brad Piccolo of the Red Dirt Rangers, and his upcoming appearance on the Ranch Roadhouse radio show live from the Rockett Café in Rockett, TX, promise to further cement Flint as a contender destined for greater success.

For more information about Jake Flint, connect with him online:

Website: www.jakeflintmusic.com 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JakeFlintMusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JacobDFlint

JAKE FLINT BUSTS OF OF THE CHUTE WITH DEBUT SINGLE "COWTOWN"

Oklahoma Red Dirt artist, Jake Flint, is busting out of the chute with his debut self-penned single, "Cowtown."  The uptempo goodtime tune is about a group of young men who spend the night out on the town having a great time on Saturday night, and closes with a morning-time musical tip of the hat to Merle Haggard. The single was produced by Flint and Mike McClure (Great Divide).

Currently in the midst of a multi-city radio tour that has taken him across Oklahoma and Texas, Flint is beginning to see his efforts pay off as "Cowtown" bubbles under the Top 100 on the Texas Regional Radio Report chart, where it lands this week at #103. No small feat in a competitive market where hundreds of other artists jockey for position.



In addition to the current radio promotion, Flint has recently returned from a trip to Nashville, where he was accompanied by his manager, Brenda Cline of Workhorse 615, and management roster mate, platinum selling songwriter Bernie Nelson, to the 47th Anniversary Songwriter Hall Of Fame Gala. There, Flint was introduced to legendary writers Tim Dubois, Mac McAnally, Jim McBride, and Jerry Salley, along with top-level producers and tastemakers including Harold Shedd, Buddy Canon, Bob Doyle and Judy Harris. Flint also had several successful co-writing sessions while in town.

"Workhorse 615 and our entire team is working diligently to raise awareness about our single that we are very proud of and excited for people to hear. I truly treasure every mile I travel playing shows and visiting radio stations to promote the single. Many thanks to my team and to all the great people I've met on this journey; from radio DJs to venue owners to co-writers and performers and all great folks who come to my shows. You have become my family. Onward and upward!"


For more information about Jake Flint, connect with him online:

Website: www.jakeflintmusic.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JakeFlintMusic
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JacobDFlint

SHANE OWENS CELEBRATES TRADITIONAL COUNTRY ROOTS ON "WHERE I'M COMIN' FROM"

New Single Gains Momentum as Pendulum Swings Back to Real Country Roots  

Photo credit: Jim Shea

"Shane Owens brings it all: vocals, writing, performance, and passion. He has paid his dues, remained committed to traditional country and brings you a song with heart and a story. Songs that will get you through the tough times and enjoy the happy times, and lyrics that will remind you of the threads in life that make you the fabric you are today. He will bless you with his talent and his kindness. To Shane, I gladly pass the baton..." - Randy Travis

Country music traditionalist, Shane Owens, returns to the rural roots of real Country music with his new single, "Where I'm Comin' From," on AmeriMonte Records. With a heartfelt lyric and hook-filled melody, Owens delivers a message with his burnished baritone vocal that cuts through the hometown fabric of blue collar America. The track is available on CDX Vol. 623, the CDX Download center and at Play MPE.

As demonstrated by the events of the recent CMA Awards, today's music fans are hungry for real artists who speak to the struggles and triumphs of the common man and the pendulum is swinging back toward more traditional sounds. Owens, by no means a newcomer to the scene, is well-positioned to become one of the standard bearers leading the charge for the triumphant return the traditional Country music genre.

"Where I'm Comin' From," was Executive produced by Country music icon, Randy Travis, produced by the legendary James Stroud (Chris Young, Clint Black), and mixed by the award-winning Ed Seay (Martine McBride, Collin Raye). "Where I'm Comin' From" is the lead single from Owens' forthcoming full-length album, set for release in early 2016.

Hailing from Samson, AL, Owens has established an impressive following across the Southeast and opened shows for Kenny Chesney, Hank Williams, Jr. and many others. His natural, traditional country sound and easy-going Southern mannerisms, has repeatedly attracted Nashville label attention and led to two different record deals. Unfortunately, unexpected label closures left much of Owens' music unreleased, testing his resolve and will to continue. The staunch country traditionalist has survived career setbacks that would have defeated most performers. Instead, he has recorded a group of songs that will certainly be the breakthrough that he has worked hard to achieve.
Owens offers an upbeat perspective on his career: "I'm very excited about the new single and the message that it delivers!" states Owens enthusiastically. "I think not only Country music fans can relate to it, but listeners from other genres will as well. Simply put, it's a great song and I can't wait for the world to hear it!"

For more information about Shane Owens, visit his Official Website at www.ShaneOwensCountry.com

TYLER BARHAM "PAINTS THE STATE" WITH OSCAR WINNER J.K. SIMMONS

Submissions from Video, Outdoor/Sculpture, Artwork & Photography 

that Portray Dangers of Meth to be Judged

Rising Country artist, Tyler Barham, has been announced as a celebrity panelist for Montana Meth Project's Paint the State.

Barham will join Oscar-winner J.K. Simmons, artist Larry Pirnie and photographer Mark Mesenko as celebrity panelists who will select three "Celebrity Artists Award" winners of Paint the State. The panel will choose the top submission from each of the following categories: Video, Outdoor/Sculpture, and Artwork/Photography.

Paint the State encourages the public to submit art projects that portray the dangers of Meth. During the 2006 and 2010 contests, teens all over Montana created more than 1,000 works of art for Paint the State.

Barham said he remembers learning about Paint the State when he was in junior high school. "Seeing the devastating effects it has on people's lives and families crushes me." Barham said he opted to join the panel out of his love for Montana. "I don't want to see Meth rob any more teens from pursuing their dreams."

In addition to the three $7,500 Celebrity Artists Awards, the general public will vote online for three $2,500 People's Choice Award-winners in each category for a total prize of up to $10,000.

Registration is open for individuals age 12 or older, or teams of four. One submission per person or team is allowed. Artwork must be clearly visible to the public from July 16 - September 15, whether online or in a public location. The submission period ends July 15, and voting begins August 1. Winners will be announced on September 18. Full details for submissions are available at http://www.montanameth.org/PTS/

Barham is currently promoting his latest single, "Just Two Kids," which is quickly rising the MusicRow CountryBreakout Chart. "Just Two Kids" is the top-selling track from Barham's Don't Cage This Heart EP, which debuted at #19 on Billboard's "Heatseeker" album chart for all genres.

For more information about Tyler Barham, follow him online:

FaceBook: www.facebook.com/TylerBarham

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TyBlakeBarham

YouTube: www.youtube.com/tyblakebarham

YOUTUBE FAVORITE TYLER BARHAM RELEASES LATEST SINGLE, "JUST TWO KIDS"

PRESS RELEASE

NASHVILLE, TN (March 31, 2015) - YouTube favorite, Tyler Barham, has released his newest single, "Just Two Kids." The song is available to radio programmers on CDX Vol. 614, and digitally via CDX InstaTracks and Play MPE. It is also available for purchase at iTunes and other digital retailers.

"Just Two Kids" by Billboard's "One To Watch" Barham, is the follow-up to his recent chart success with "More Than A Cotton Dress" and is the top-selling track from Barham's Don't Cage This Heart EP, which debuted at #19 on Billboard's Heatseeker Album Chart for all genres.

Barham says, "I'm so thankful that George Ducas and Arlis Albritton let me record 'Just Two Kids.' When I first heard it I fell in love with the story and pictures the song painted and I knew I wanted to record it. I grew up in the small town of Florence, MT and I have friends who are still living the story of this song. They started out together as kids and had no idea that a simple kiss would lead to forever."

2015 is shaping up to be the best year yet for Barham. His extremely active social following has grown to 50,000 online fans from his combined social media sites and nearly 9 million YouTube views. His cover songs have been shared on social media by the original artists themselves, including Blake Shelton, Lady A, and Brett Eldredge. Darius Rucker and Keith Urban have also featured Barham's covers on the pre-concert jumbotron video screens on their national tours.

All of this attention earned Barham a feature article in a recent edition of the CMA Close Up magazine, alongside The Band Perry and Joe Nichols, in a story focused on tips from artists who are maintaining successful social media platforms. My Country Nation (an OTT channel specifically for country music fans launched by Brad Paisley, Taillight, ARC Entertainment and WME) recently asked Barham and Chris Young to be correspondents at the "Swimville" event held in downtown Nashville for the February launch of the 2015 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue release. Here is a link featuring Barham at the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxcIbGv-W_o&feature=youtu.be. My Country Nation was so pleased with the young talent that they asked him back and Barham can now be seen conducting interviews as a "musical man on the street" for the network.

For more information about Tyler Barham, follow him online:

FaceBook: www.facebook.com/TylerBarham
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TyBlakeBarham
YouTube: www.youtube.com/tyblakebarham

TYLER BARHAM SIGNS WITH CMA AND IS FEATURED IN LATEST EDITION OF "CLOSE UP"

Barham Included Alongside The Band Perry and Joe Nichols 

in Story Focused on Tips from Artists Who are Maintaining Successful Social Media Platforms 

L-R: Carrie Teakautz, CMA Membership and Balloting Asst., Tyler Barham;  

Tiffany Kerns, CMA Community Outreach Mgr.

Photo Credit: Clif Doyal

PRESS RELEASE

NASHVILLE, TN (February 3, 2015) - Rising young Country star, Tyler Barham, recently stopped by the CMA offices in Nashville to sign up for membership and pick up a copy of the latest edition of their Close Up magazine, where he is featured in a three-page spread along with The Band Perry and Joe Nichols. The story, titled "Keep It Real," focuses on social media tips from Barham and the other artists.

Never one to miss an opportunity to connect with his fans, Barham took the opportunity while at the CMA to film a short video about the career milestone - and also sang an acoustic version of his upcoming single, "Just Two Kids," which is slated for release in March. Watch the video here: http://youtu.be/CWjhAdW3brU.

Barham states, "I am excited to announce that I am the newest member of the CMA, and am thrilled to be featured in Close Up! I look forward to a great 2015!"

Barham, 24, a Montana native, currently residing in Nashville, certainly knows how to "keep it real" by staying in daily contact with his huge social media fan base, which includes over 50,000 followers spread across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

Bob Doerschuck, Editor, CMA Close Up and Tyler Barham.  

Photo credit: Clif Doyal

Barham's YouTube site boasts an astonishing 8.8 million views of his videos, which are a combination of his own original music and covers of his favorite songs by artists including Blake Shelton, Lady Antebellum, and Brett Eldredge, who have all shared Barham's covers with their own followers. Barham met with YouTube staffers on their recent visit to Music City prompting Margaret Hart, of YouTube Artist Relations, to state: "Congrats Tyler on the CMA Close Up! We loved having Tyler come to our recent event in Nashville and look forward to him continuing to connect with his growing fan-base on YouTube."

On the fast track to success, Barham has already racked up amazing stats for a new artist, including Billboard's "10 Country Artists to Watch in 2014" and CMA's "Who New to Watch in 2013." In addition, Barham was a finalist on Great American Country's nationwide talent search, Next GAC Star, and also appeared on the E! television network series, Opening Act.

For more information about Tyler Barham, follow him online:

FaceBook: www.facebook.com/TylerBarham

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TyBlakeBarham

YouTube: www.youtube.com/tyblakebarham

LIVEWIRE CELEBRATES HIT SINGLE AND READIES NEW MUSIC

LiveWire is (L-R): Bobby DeGonia, Brad Allen, Scott Kwapiszeski, Andy Eutsler and Cory Shultz

Photo credit: Flick Wiltshire 

PRESS RELEASE

(Nashville, TN) November 5, 2014 - Country band, LiveWire, is celebrating the success of their current hit single, "Drivin' You Outta My Mind." The independent release, on Way Out West Records, has accomplished a rare feat in today's radio world. The single has climbed to the upper reaches of multiple radio charts, including the MusicRow CountryBreakout Chart where it is at #28 this week (10/31), following an amazing run on the Texas/Red Dirt charts, where it recently occupied the #9 spot for 3 consecutive weeks on the Texas Regional Radio Report and landed at #11 on the Texas Music Chart.

"We are so proud of this record," says co-writer and LiveWire lead singer, Andy Eutsler. "We are basically a 'Heartland' band.  We write most of our own music, we play and sing our own parts in a studio in Missouri near where we all live. So, the fact that we can keep it more real and true to who we are and have people accept it across multiple radio formats is a real kick. It validates that we are on the right path for us."

Band manager and co-producer, Clif Doyal agrees. "By doing everything in-house on the creative side and carefully managing our outsourced radio promotions teams, we're able to keep our costs low and still compete with much larger labels. The plan from the beginning was to stay true to LiveWire's sound and brand. They appeal to a wide range of Country and Southern Rock music fans, and by following their own path, they avoid many of the pitfalls that come with chasing the latest trend."

And the strategy is paying off. "Drivin' You Outta My Mind" has helped LiveWire to gain a stronger foothold in several new markets outside of their home base  - both as recording artists and as a concert act. The band capitalized on this higher profile exposure on the recent "Drivin' You Outta My Mind Tour" where they performed in multiple states over the summer at fairs, festivals, casinos and clubs.

Major media outlets have also shown strong support of the independent group's music: "Drivin' You Outta My Mind" was premiered by Roughstock and the music video was exclusively debuted in a feature article in Billboard. Along the way, the song and band gained strong kudos from MusicRow, the Texas Music Chart, Music News Nashville, NASHVILLE IQ, GotCountryOnline, CDX, OneStopCountry.com, and from the Texas Regional Radio Music Awards, where they were 2014 nominees for "New Duo/Band/Group of the Year."

The song also landed LiveWire an endorsement from Dangerous Motors of Cushing, OK, who restored and rebuilt Eutsler's classic red 1967 GTO for use in the music video which topped the "Most Watched" Y'allturnative and All Genre charts at Yallwire for multiple weeks, and gained placements at CMT.com and ZUUS Country.

"Drivin' You Outta My Mind" is the lead single from the band's forthcoming album and was written by Eutsler, Danny Bell, Landon Rolfe and Nashville hitmaker, Johnny Bulford. The song was co-produced by Paul Carabello, Justin Woods and Doyal. The group is currently busy writing and listening to outside songs for the follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2012 debut album, LIVIN.'


For more information about LiveWire, go to: http://www.livewirecountry.com/

OKLAHOMA'S OILPATCH FESTIVAL JULY 4 CELEBRATION AND "RED DIRT REUNION" HEATS UP!

Oklahoma's Premier Annual Independence Day Free Concert and Lifestyle Event to Feature "Red Dirt Reunion," the Regions' Brightest Country Artists and a Huge Fireworks Display

PRESS RELEASE

Nashville, TN (July 1, 2014) - The stage is set, the barbeque smokers are being fired up, and the OilPatch Festival is preparing for thousands of fans who will flock to the Sellers Ranch in Drumright, OK, for a one-of-a-kind day-long concert and entertainment extravaganza on Friday, July 4th.

Oklahoma's premier entertainment and lifestyle event will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a great lineup of talent performing all day with a huge fireworks display at dusk followed by starring headliners, Cody Canada and The Departed. 

Cody Canada and the Departed

Admission is free to the public, who are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

This year's OilPatch Festival will showcase some of the founding members and second generation stars of the "Red Dirt" musical genre which first exploded out of Stillwater, Oklahoma over 25 years ago and now claims fans around the world. Along with Canada and The Departed, featured artists on this special "Red Dirt Reunion" show include the Red Dirt Rangers, Chuck Dunlap, the Tuesday Night Music Club featuring the Dustbowl Brothers and Bo Phillips, who perform on the main stage along with popular Country recording artists LiveWire, Amber Hayes and the George Brothers.

"Special Guest Artists" including Monica Taylor, Tom Skinner, Jeffrey Parker (all major contributors to the Red Dirt movement) along with rising Texas star, Kylie Rae Harris, will perform on the main and second stages.

In addition to the music, the unique family-friendly event will feature a special children's fair area, classic cars and motorcycles, and a mix of entertainers including clowns, stilt walkers, skydivers and jugglers and helicopter rides. A wide variety of food is also available, including barbeque and smoked meats, which are a specialty of the region.

"This is how we celebrate America's birthday in the oil patch of Oklahoma!" states Rick Sellers, President of Keystone Gas and festival producer. "Plan to come and stretch out on your lawn chair with a cold one and enjoy some of Oklahoma's and America's finest musical talent!"

The OilPatch Festival will be broadcast live on 1600 KUSH AM radio and streamed on RDROK.COM Internet radio (http://www.rdrok.com).

The OilPatch Festival had its humble beginnings as a company party over 20-years ago and has since grown into one of the state's largest and most diverse Independence Day events. Past musical headliners have included Country stars Roy Clark, Kix Brooks (formerly of Brooks & Dunn), Pop/Country icon B.J. Thomas, classic Rockers Head East and award-winning Country vocal band, Ricochet.

The American Red Cross will also be on-site at the entry gate accepting blood and monetary donations to benefit individuals in the region. The organization will also receive proceeds from the auction of a Boulder Creek electric guitar signed by Canada and other artists on the show.

The OilPatch Festival is co-sponsored by Keystone Gas Corporation, Pacer Energy Marketing, Boulder Creek Guitars, 1600 KUSH-AM and RDROK.COM Internet radio.

Booking and publicity services for the OilPatch Festival are provided by the Clif Doyal Agency and CDA Publicity & Marketing. For more information, contact festival musical producer, Clif Doyal, at 615-319-1863 or cdapublicity@gmail.com.

Directions to the Sellers Ranch in Drumright, OK: 2 mi. north of the Hwy. 33/16/99 Junction on Hwy. 99, then left on 101st for ¼ mi. - follow the signs.