LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 COUNTRY WITH HEART BENEFITING ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL #CMAFEST2024

Country music fans seeking a true "fan fair" experience are in store for an epic event on Saturday June 8th at the 10th annual Country With Heart benefit for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital presented by Workout Anytime 24/7 and Springer Mountain Farms. Host and founder, hit singer/songwriter Bobby Marquez will lead an amazing night of entertainment at the Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre, beginning at 5pm.


2024 Country With Heart for St. Jude Lineup:

• Triple threat master guitarist, soulful singer & top notch songwriter - Lee Roy Parnell
• Christian Music Hall of Fame entertainer -Barbara Fairchild
• Western Music Hall Fame singer/songwriter/producer/narrator - Rex Allen Jr.
• Celebrated singer-songwriter and former Little Texas member - Brady Seals
• Country Music Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry star - Charlie McCoy
• Arkansas Country Music Hall of Fame songwriter - Wood Newton
• Entertainer, TV and Radio host, grandson of Floyd Cramer - Jason Coleman
• Awarded Gospel Music singer/songwriter - Johnathan Bond

*Surprise celebrity guests will be announced in the upcoming weeks.

This unique gathering during CMA Fest week features all of the elements of the Music City's magic. The intimate theatre setting will include a home cooked southern dinner, a silent auction with rare celebrity items and a night filled with the biggest hits over the decades in country music from the most famous, legendary names in the business and talented songwriters who created these mega-hits. Best of all, at the center of the "Volunteer" state, Country with Heart is a benefit with AlLL proceeds going directly to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to fund their mission of Finding Cures and Saving Children.

Fans will find a treasure trove of celebrity collector items from a limited, numbered Lee Greenwood autographed God Bless the USA guitar to a custom Donna Fargo Rodeo King Hat, illustrated Muppets memorabilia from famed artist Guy Ghilchrist, a rare Grand Ole Opry Memory Book from the show's move to the Grand Ole Opry House and so much more.

Texas Country Music Hall of Fame DJ and Emmy nominated journalist Jennifer Herron will emcee the evening's event.

Tickets are available now on www.eventbrite.com or by clicking HERE

The Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre's special buffet dinner will be available for purchase, separately at the door. And fans can enjoy free parking in the Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre's Music Valley location across the parking lot from the famed Troubadour Theatre and directly across the street from the Grand Ole Opry House.

For updates on the 2024 Country With Heart benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, keep up with Bobby Marquez daily at www.facebook.com/bobbymarquezmusic

ACM LIFTING LIVES ANNOUNCES PARKER MCCOLLUM TO HEADLINE ALL-STAR CONCERT ON THE GREEN IN TEXAS DURING ACM AWARDS WEEK

Tickets Available for Exclusive Pre-Sale Starting Thursday, March 21 at 10am CST; 

General On-Sale this Friday, March 22 at 10am CST at ACMLiftingLives.org/Concert

ACM Lifting Lives®, the philanthropic partner of the Academy of Country Music®, announced today the return of ACM Lifting Lives LIVE, presented by Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, the tentpole fundraising event of ACM Awards Week, which brings together artists, industry members, and fans for an all-star concert on the golfing green at Topgolf The Colony on May 15, ahead of the 59th ACM Awards® the following evening. ACM Award winner Parker McCollum will serve as the headliner for this year’s highly-anticipated event, with additional performers to be announced in the coming weeks.

In its second year in Texas, Parker McCollum and Friends: ACM Lifting Lives LIVE, Presented by Choctaw Casinos & Resorts will raise money and awareness for ACM Lifting Lives, which works to improve lives through the power of music with a specific focus on health-related initiatives that use music therapy as a way of healing. Significant annual commitments include the ACM Lifting Lives Autism Lab at Vanderbilt Kennedy Center and their annual Music Camp, a week-long, music-driven, residential program for individuals with Williams syndrome. Their work also includes contributions to various organizations that provide mental health support for the country music community, along with grants through The Diane Holcomb Emergency Relief Fund, given to individuals who face unexpected emergencies or hardships.

"I am truly honored that ACM Lifting Lives has given me the opportunity to host the Parker McCollum & Friends: ACM Lifting Lives event this year at Topgolf in The Colony, TX,” McCollum says. “The work they do to improve lives through the power of music and the funds they raise are vital to helping folks in and out of our Country music community. I can't wait to have some of my really talented friends join me for a great night supporting the mission of ACM Lifting Lives and help them continue their incredible work."

“The support of Country Music artists and the industry as a whole are what makes the impactful work of ACM Lifting Lives possible,” explained ACM Lifting Lives Executive Director Lyndsay Cruz. “We have been massive fans of Parker for years, and we couldn’t be more excited that he chose to volunteer his time to help us raise money and awareness in his home state. We can’t wait to party with the fans in north Texas so soon!”

2023 saw a landmark ACM Lifting Lives LIVE concert, as HARDY, Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, ERNEST and Bailey Zimmerman took to the stage on the green at Topgolf The Colony in front of a sold-out house, marking the most successful fundraising event by the organization to date.

General Admission tickets on the green will be available to ACM Members, ACM A-List subscribers, 59th ACM Awards ticket holders, and Topgolf Friends and Family through an exclusive presale starting this Thursday (3.21) at 10am CST. Remaining tickets will be available for a general public on-sale, which begins Friday (3.22) at 10am CST at ACMLiftingLives.org/concert. The concert will start at approximately 7:45 p.m. CST. All proceeds benefit ACM Lifting Lives.

WALKER HAYES TO HEADLINE ALL STAR EVENT, "MELODIES FOR MINDS", BENEFITTING THE REFUGE CENTER AND CHANGE YOUR BRAIN FOUNDATION

Jason Wahler, Jana Kramer, Hilary Williams and More To Appear

Country hitmaker Walker Hayes will take center stage as the headliner for the upcoming "Melodies for Minds" event, set to take place on February 6, 2024, at Nashville’s Loveless Cafe.

This intimate evening promises a blend of captivating stories and soulful melodies from some of the music industry's most beloved artists and champions for mental health and brain health.

In addition to Walker Hayes, the evening will feature a stellar lineup including Hilary Williams, Jana Kramer, Michael Tyler, Lana Scott, and Jason Wahler, with Chuck Wicks serving as the host.

Additionally, esteemed figures Dr. Daniel Amen of the Change Your Brain Foundation and Amy Alexander of The Refuge Center will be in attendance.

"Melodies for Minds" is more than just a night of entertainment; it's a beacon of hope for individuals battling mental health challenges.

In collaboration with Dr. Daniel Amen, MD, and the Change Your Brain Foundation, this event aims to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.

Proceeds from "Melodies for Minds" will go towards a joint scholarship fund with the Amen Clinic, providing crucial mental health assessments, brain scans (SPECT), diagnoses, treatment plans, and counseling services for up to one year. By attending this event, patrons are directly contributing to this noble cause and helping to transform lives within their community.

Attendees can look forward to not only enjoying exceptional performances but also supporting two vital organizations dedicated to mental health advocacy and support.

About The Refuge Center:

The Refuge Center for Counseling has been a beacon of hope since its establishment in December 2005. Founded by Amy Alexander and Jennifer Thames-Hamilton, The Refuge Center offers accessible and affordable mental and emotional healthcare services to transform communities. With nearly two decades of service, The Refuge Center has provided over 300,000 counseling sessions and serves more than 4,000 clients annually.

About Change Your Brain Foundation:

The Change Your Brain Foundation, founded in 2008 by Daniel Amen MD, is committed to revolutionizing brain health and ending mental illness. Through cutting-edge brain-imaging research, educational programs, and funding for treatment, the foundation strives to empower individuals to improve their brain health and lead fulfilling lives.

For more information, visit www.refugecenter.org/event/melodiesforminds

Walker Hayes

Jason Wahler

Jana Kramer

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - NASHVILLE ARTISTS COME TOGETHER FOR "UNPLUGGED FOR TENNESSEE" BENEFIT CONCERT FOR TORNADO VICTIMS THIS SATURDAY, DEC 17 AT EXIT IN

Source: Music Row Magazine (Author LB Cantrell)

Following the devastation from last Saturday’s tornadoes in Middle Tennessee that took six lives and damaged the properties of thousands, Nashville artists will come together for a benefit concert this Sunday (Dec. 17) at Exit/In.

“Unplugged For Tennessee” will feature performances from Hardy, Nate Smith, Alana Springsteen, Dylan Marlowe, Chayce Beckham, Abby Anderson, Trey Lewis, Graham Barham, Payton Smith, Jay Allen and other surprise guests. The event is being produced by Media Farm Agency, the management team behind the @NashvilleTN Instagram, and will be hosted by country music personality and industry member Benji Chord.

Tickets are on sale now. 100% of the net proceeds from “Unplugged For Tennessee” will benefit Hands On Nashville and The American Red Cross – Tennessee Region.

“Nashville always seems to find a way to heal and come together after a tragedy,” says Matt Wilson, Founder of Media Farm Agency. “And music is a universal part of the healing process in our city. This benefit came together extremely fast, thanks to the help of our team and our great friends that wanted to make a difference in the lives of those impacted by the storm. We are so thankful for the artists who volunteered so quickly to help and donate their time and talent for such a worthy cause.”

JASON WAHLER ANNOUNCES "MELODIES FOR MINDS" CHARITY EVENT

The Change Your Brain Foundation, founded by Dr. Daniel Amens, in collaboration with The Refuge Center for Counseling, co-founded by CEO Amy Alexander, LMFT are excited to present Melodies for Minds, an exclusive event slated for February 6, 2024, at the iconic Loveless Cafe in Nashville, Tennessee.

Jason Wahler - TV personality seen on MTV's Laguna Beach, The Hills, Celebrity Rap Superstar, Dr. Drew's Celebrity Rehab, The Hills: New Beginnings, and E! True Hollywood Story, among others – announced the event today. Wahler serves as the Director of Development for the Change Your Brain Foundation, begun by Dr. Amen.

This evening promises an intimate blend of stories and songs from some of the industry's most beloved musical artists.

“Embracing mental health is not a weakness; it's a courageous journey towards strength and well-being,” says Wahler. "It's an honor to host this event and support those who are struggling in the state of Tennessee."

“What if mental health was really brain health?," says Dr. Daniel Amen. "Come join a powerful new revolution where we are going to discard an outdated paradigm (mental illness) that shames and stigmatizes people, and embrace a new brain health paradigm based on science and hope.”

“I am so pleased, expectant, and proud to partner with Dr. Amen and Change Your Brain Foundation to fund scholarships towards total brain health and emotional/mental counseling services," says Amy Alexander. "As an organization where up to 89% of our 4,000+ yearly clients benefit from our sliding scale, we know how impactful this will be for those chosen to participate in this healing endeavor who would not be able to afford it otherwise. Change happens like a ripple effect, and we believe the transformative change that takes place as a result of this partnership will ripple across our community in untold ways. Through Melodies for Minds, a new song of brain health and emotional wellness can sing its way across Nashville and beyond.”

Talent for the evening will be announced soon.

Melodies for Minds is not just an event; it's a commitment to change lives. All proceeds will directly fund a joint scholarship program designed to provide comprehensive mental health services, including assessments, brain scans (SPECT), diagnoses, treatment plans, and counseling. This initiative underscores our dedication to making a tangible impact on individuals grappling with mental health challenges.

For more information and sponsorship information, please visit refugecenter.org/events/melodiesforminds

SHENANDOAH, PHIL VASSAR, CHAPEL HART, HUNTERGIRL AND MIKAYLA LANE TO PERFORM AT 2023 CHRISTMAS 4 KIDS CONCERT, SET FOR NOVEMBER 20 AT NASHVILLE'S RYMAN AUDITORIUM

 

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."

Tickets are $50.00 and $30.00 and are available for purchase now via https://www.ryman.com/event/2023-11-20-christmas-4-kids-benefit-at-7-pm. 

All proceeds generated from the concert go to the Christmas 4 Kids organization.

DRAKE WHITE’S SOLD-OUT CHARITY CONCERT “BENEFIT FOR THE BRAIN” BRINGS MAJOR NAMES TOGETHER

FIRST EVER SOLD-OUT CHARITY CONCERT “BENEFIT FOR THE BRAIN” BRINGS MAJOR NAMES TOGETHER TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR MENTAL AND BRAIN HEALTH

DRAKE WHITE JOINED BY STAR-STUDDED LINEUP AT NASHVILLE'S RYMAN AUDITORIUM ON AUGUST 28, 2023

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INSPIRING NIGHT RAISES OVER $253,000 ENDS IN STANDING OVATION

DRAKE WHITE

CREDIT ALL PHOTOS: ZACK KNUDSEN

Four years after recovering from an on-stage stroke, Country-Soul artist-songwriter Drake White hosts his first ever sold-out charity concert “Benefit for the Brain” at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Monday night (8/28). Performances from White and other friends including Riley Green, Randy Houser and Jamey Johnson, PLUS a surprise appearance from Colbie Caillat, lit up the Mother Church of Country music.

White kicked off the night with a medley of songs including “The Coast Is Clear,” the song White was unable to finish performing four years ago on stage in Roanoke, VA due to his stroke. He told his inspiring account of the story to the crowd before singing and finished by stating he would make it through the song tonight.

DRAKE WHITE

More special moments graced the packed-out pews last night, including Jamey Johnson inviting Riley Green on stage to sing Johnson’s 2008 award-winning hit, “In Color.” GRAMMY-winning artist and White’s good friend, Colbie Caillat surprised the audience for a special duet of White’s compelling
“Power of a Woman.” And White delivered a delicately booming stripped down acoustic version of “The Optimystic” to a captivated audience resulting in a standing ovation.

White explained to the audience, “After my stroke all I wanted to do was get back to the stage. This is what I was born to do, and this is what God put me on Earth to do. To stand on this Ryman stage and host this charity concert.”

In total, “Benefit for the Brain” raised over a whopping $253,000 with proceeds benefitting 501(c)(3) organizations CreatiVets, Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee and the Miracle Hope Foundation. These organizations were hand-picked to reflect the three specific pillars White was focused on benefiting: military personnel and their families with a focus on PTSD and other related issues; child and adolescent brain health; and progressive research into alternative brain and stroke treatments.

The audience heard inspiring stories from special guest speakers throughout the night. Having performed seven brain surgeries on White, Nashville-based neurosurgeon Dr. Mericle, was the first guest speaker of the night, who was followed by Beth Torres from Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee. Other guests included Ed Clay, founder of Cellular Performance Institute, and Richard Casper who co-founded a non-profit for wounded veterans, CreatiVets. The heartfelt evening was emceed by Miles Adcox, founder of Onsite a wellness organization focused on life-changing therapeutic framework.

RANDY  HOUSER

RILEY GREEN

JAMEY JOHNSON & RILEY GREEN

COLBIE CAILLAT & DRAKE WHITE

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#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - TIM MONTANA ANNOUNCES AMERICAN THREAD BENEFIT CONCERT

 

Photo Credit: Chris Douglas

Tim Montana is rallying the troops for his inaugural American Thread benefit concert, set for October 2 at Nashville's City Winery. The special concert event will benefit Special Ops Xcursions, a nonprofit that supports U.S. special operations forces and their families. Montana will headline and is planning for several surprise guest performers.

For the past three years, Montana has headed up the American Thread Sporting Clays Shoot in Nashville, drawing celebs who lent their time to help our nation's military heroes. Previous celeb attendees include Charlie Sheen, Colbie Caillat, Travis Pastrana, Lee Brice, Steve Cropper and more. In addition to the concert, Montana will continue his tradition with the fourth annual Tim Montana & Friends American Thread Sporting Clays Shoot, set for October 3 at the Nashville Gun Club. The yearly event has generated nearly one million dollars since its inception.

“I’m honored to get to serve those that have served us," says Montana. "Raising money through the American Thread Shoot has been one of the highlights of my life and career and has been life changing to our active duty soldiers, veterans and their families.”

“The Tim Montana and Friends American Thread Shoot has helped us impact thousands of special operations family members," explains Special Ops Xcursions executive director Scott Graves. "The funds and awareness raised provides the opportunity for healing to happen in the outdoors! Bottom line, our warriors still in the fight need us and we need them. The world is a better place by this remarkable combination of celebrities and our nations most elite soldiers.”

Tickets for the American Threads benefit concert go on-sale this Friday, July 21, via citywinerynashville.com. Pre-sales begin tomorrow, July 19. To sponsor or participate in this year's clays shoot event, visit americanthreadshoot.com.

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - DRAKE WHITE ANNOUNCES INSPIRATIONAL “BENEFIT FOR THE BRAIN” CONCERT FEATURING RANDY HOUSER, RILEY GREEN, JAMEY JOHNSON AND MORE

SET FOR AUGUST 28 AT NASHVILLE’S RYMAN AUDITORIUM

PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT RESEARCH AND SUPPORT NETWORKS IN THE FIELD OF BRAIN AND MENTAL HEALTH

PURCHASE TICKETS FOR DRAKE WHITE’S BENEFIT FOR THE BRAIN

Four years after surviving his own traumatic brain injury, Drake White looks to support and inspire “the battle between your ears” with a new charity concert.

Announcing his “Benefit for the Brain,” White and a star-studded cast of fellow performers will share the stage for one night only at Nashville’s famous Ryman Auditorium on August 28.

Seeking to advance research and support networks in the field of brain and mental health, White will lead a lineup which already features Randy Houser, Riley Green and Jamey Johnson, plus more special guests from the worlds of Country, Rock and Americana who will be announced soon.

Through his Big Fire Fund 501(c)(3) charity organization, all proceeds raised will be gifted to a handpicked slate of benefit partners representing three pillars: military personnel and their families with a focus on PTSD and other related issues, child and adolescent brain health, and progressive research into alternative brain and stroke treatments.

A cause near and dear to White, brain health became important to the acclaimed entertainer after suffering a stroke and collapsing onstage in 2019, being subsequently diagnosed with Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM). The rare vascular disorder forced him to relearn how to do almost everything – including playing guitar and singing – but White has since returned to the life he loves and is determined to help others battle their own brain issues. White recently gave The Tennessean an exclusive interview on his fundraising event, "Benefit for the Brain." Read the full story here.

“This will be a night of music and conversation shining light on brain and mental health,” White explains. “Through music and community, our goal is to raise awareness and resources to foster innovation in adolescent brain health, empower veterans and their families, and bridge the gap between alternative medicine and public perception. Together, we hope to inspire a community of understanding, improve quality of life, and give courage to face the battle between your ears.”

News of the empowering benefit concert comes at the start of a brand-new creative chapter for White, who released his heartfelt new single “Spirit” at the end of June. A swaying traveler’s anthem with a hard-won sense of inner peace, the track was co-written by White with Leslie Satcher and Phil Pence, and marks the first taste of an upcoming project.

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - CHUCK WICKS' "VOICES FOR VALOR" EVENT RAISES OVER $25,000 TO SUPPORT THE SPECIAL FORCES CHARITABLE TRUST'

Chuck Wicks' “Voices For Valor” event raised a record-breaking $25,000 for Special Forces Charitable Trust during the event held last night, Wednesday, June 7, 2022, at the historic Woolworth Theatre.

The event, hosted by Wicks, featured RaeLynn, Logan Crosby, Laura Osnes, Bethany Joy, and a surprise appearances from Red Marlow, a finalist on NBC's The Voice.

As a devoted advocate of the SFCT's cause, Chuck Wicks passionately shared, "I've seen first hand how Special Forces Charitable Trust can help our Green Berets and their families from the numerous programs they have put together that specifically target what these brave men/women may need help with after being at war or being apart from loved ones for so long. This evening was just one way we can fight for them and show them that we appreciate all they do and care for the sacrifices they make for all of us and this country."

The event served as a way to raise awareness and funds for the SFCT, a renowned 501(c)(3) charity that provides crucial support to the Green Berets and their families. This remarkable organization implements innovative and comprehensive programs designed to enhance the well-being and health of Special Forces Soldiers and their loved ones.

“Voices for Valor,” coinciding with CMA Fest, provides an exceptional opportunity for country music enthusiasts to come together and support the brave Green Berets and their families.

For more information on the Special Forces Charitable Trust, CLICK HERE.

ALL PHOTOS BY LUKE WILLIAMS / COMPASS FILM STUDIOS FOR WOOLWORTH THEATRE

9TH ANNUAL CRAIG CAMPBELL CELEBRITY CORNHOLE CHALLENGE & CONCERT RAISES OVER $27,000 FOR KENNY CAMPBELL FOUNDATION

Charles Esten, Jerrod Niemann, Lucas Hoge, Hannah Dasher and Others Participate

Craig Campbell kicked off CMA Fest with his 9th Annual Celebrity Cornhole Challenge Tuesday, June 6, and when the last bag was tossed over $27,000 was raised for the Kenny Campbell Foundation. Craig defeated his longtime rival Jerrod Niemann, who has played in all nine tournaments, to claim the 2023 trophy. This year’s event was held at the expansive Yee Haw Brewing and Ole Smoky Moonshine distillery at 6th & Peabody in Nashville.

“This has been an amazing day, and I have to thank every artist and celebrity who took the time to be with us today, all of our wonderful sponsors, VIPs and Ole Smoky for hosting us,” said Craig, who was joined on stage by his wife, Mindy, and daughters, Preslee and Kinni Rose.

This year’s Celebrity Cornhole Challenge benefitted the Kenny Campbell Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Craig to honor his father who lost his battle with Colorectal Cancer at age 36. The organization specializes in raising money for research hospitals and doctors that focus on finding a cure and preventative measures for Colorectal Cancer. Colorectal cancer is a disease in which cells in the colon or rectum grow out of control, making it extremely difficult to treat. Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in both men and women. Please join us in the fight against Colorectal Cancer.

Fans placed bids to compete on one of the teams alongside the likes of Charles Esten, Lucas Hoge, Mindy Campbell, Big Vinny, Ashland Craft, Hannah Dasher, Tayler Holder, Trey Lewis, Tim Montana, Jerrod Niemann, Mitch Rossell, Shaylen, Holly Stocks, and Craig himself. A free concert followed the tournament and included Craig, Ashland Craft, Cody Cozz and Bradley Gaskin.

CMA Fest attendees can catch Craig signing autographs in the Roper Booth and CMA booth in the Music City Center on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., respectively. He is scheduled to perform on the Ascend Amphitheater stage Saturday at 3:30 p.m.

The Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge and Kenny Campbell Foundation would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support:

The Big Print Company
The Kinkead Entertainment Agency
CAP Financial
Rios of Mercedes
Wrangler
Crosslin Building Supply, Inc
Greeley Hat Works
American Heating & Cooling
National Storm Shelters
Outkick
Yee-Haw Brewing
Puckett's Restaurants

All Photos Credit: Lone Valley LLC:

Craig Campbell (l.) and his teammate John Smyth celebrate winning the 

9th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge.

Craig Campbell (l. ) welcomes Charles Esten to the 

9th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge.

(l. to r.) Lucas Hoge and Hannah Dasher look on as Holly Stocks and Shaylen get ready to 

throw at the 9th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge.

The reigning Miss Tennessee Lauren Dickson (l.) and model/social media influencer Holly Stocks (r.) chat after Stocks was eliminated from the 9th Annual Craig Campbell Celebrity Cornhole Challenge

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#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - BENEFIT CONCERT FEATURING ERIC PASLAY, SPENCER CRANDALL, DYLAN SCHNEIDER, ALLIE COLLEEN, RACHEL WAMMACK AND MORE TO BENEFIT SPREADING HOPE WITH KEITH GRINER

Fueled by moving humility, a passion for rallying the community together, and an others-focused ambition, Spreading Hope With Keith Griner — a concert series with a purpose — has announced their next benefit show, set to happen at 3rd & Lindsley on Wednesday, June 21. So far, Spreading Hope has raised over 20k for Hope On The Row through over 200 artist performances.

With a glowing lineup of 12 performers including Eric Paslay, Spencer Crandall and Dylan Schneider, tickets are available in advance and at the door with all proceeds to be donated directly to Hope On The Row — a local nonprofit serving Nashville’s unhoused. Hope On The Row will also be onsite taking all types of donations; lightly used clothing, new socks, and new personal essentials (shampoo, toothbrushes, women’s hygiene, etc). For those who can’t make it in person, the concert will be live-streamed for free via Phierce Productions on Volume.com, with opportunities to donate from the livestream as well.

Born in 2020, Spreading Hope found its home in the Nashville community through host, curator, producer and director Keith Griner’s mission to uplift those who may find themselves feeling hopeless or helpless as a result of homelessness. Carried by an abiding enthusiasm for being a source of light to the city’s unhoused — regardless of their reason for homelessness — his commitment to the cause arrives from his own personal dealings with it. Fighting through homelessness and addiction himself, Keith, now 15 years sober, has the ability to suffer alongside those struggling in this way throughout our community; a deep empathy which he turns to fuel for action and change.

“My passion stems from the fact that I used to be living on the streets,” Griner shares. “I can understand the challenge to prevail from that kind of situation and feeling hopeless. But, it is possible for people to find their way out. I want people to know that it’s possible, and I want people who know someone who’s in that situation to not give up either.”

Giving Nashville artists the opportunity to give back to their community has also proved a special piece to Spreading Hope’s journey. Eric Pasley shares, “Keith has such a big heart for the homeless and I’m so happy to help raise money for those going through hard times in our community.” Spencer Crandall details his gratitude to be involved noting, “Spreading Hope does so much good! Every time I play a writer's round, or donate money, I know it’s going to directly impact other human beings' lives for the better and I couldn’t be more proud to align with their mission.” The upcoming shows’ third headliner, Dylan Schneider, also shared a few words, raving: “[I’m] super honored to be a part of this event, I know the importance of helping those in need and love everything that Spreading Hope represents. Let’s have a party for a good cause y’all!"

To purchase tickets and for more information, click here.

Watch the free live stream by Phierce Productions here.

ABOUT HOPE ON THE ROW:

Hope On The Row is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. It was founded in 2020 by Nashville-based songwriter Ava Suppelsa in an effort to support the homeless community in Nashville amidst the global pandemic. 100% of donations go directly to providing Nashville’s homeless with food, supplies, and other personal items necessary for survival.

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#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - BLACKHAWK AND THE OUTLAWS DONATE A COLLECTIVE $75,000 TO MUSICARES AND VANDERBILT-INGRAM CANCER CENTER

 

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."

For more information on Blackhawk, visit blackhawklive.com

For more information on The Outlaws, visit outlawsmusic.com.

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - CRAIG MORGAN SURPRISES OPERATION FINALLY HOME WITH $100,000 TO SUPPORT WOUNDED VETERANS AND FIRST RESPONDERS

The country music star and Army veteran’s winnings

from CBS’s “Beyond The Edge,” as well as a donation from Monster Energy Cares, will help fund the non-profit’s work to provide mortgage-free homes to wounded veterans and first responders

Left to right: Darlene Barrett (Monster Energy), Craig Morgan, Bobby Bones, and Operation Finally Home’s Dan Wallrath, Rusty Carroll, and Molly Halliday / © Grand Ole Opry, photos by Rachael Black

Country music star and Army veteran Craig Morgan surprised executives from Operation Finally Home on stage at the Grand Ole Opry Tuesday night during its special Salute The Troops show, presenting a check for $100,000 to support the organization’s critical work to provide mortgage-free homes and home modifications to wounded, ill and injured military veterans, first responders, and their families in honor of their service and sacrifice to our country and community. The donation, which includes his entire $70,000 won on CBS’s Beyond The Edge in addition to a $30,000 donation from Monster Energy Cares, will help fill the funding gap to provide a new mortgage-free home to a deserving family. Watch the moving moment HERE.

“We are excited to accept this donation, which will allow us to further our mission of honoring veterans, first responders and their families with homes and home modifications,” shared Dan Wallrath, Founder, Operation Finally Home. "Craig is an amazing ambassador for Operation Finally Home with a deep desire to honor and care for America’s heroes, and we are blessed by his generosity.”

Additional donations can be made to Operation Finally Home at OperationFinallyHome.org.

Left to right: Rusty Carroll (Operation Finally Home), Darlene Barrett (Monster Energy), Craig Morgan, Dan Wallrath (Operation Finally Home), Molly Halliday (Operation Finally Home) / 

©Grand Ole Opry, photos by Rachael Black

Craig will also honor our military this weekend, performing during the National Memorial Day Concert, airing Sunday, May 29 on PBS – find local listings HERE. This fall, he’ll release his highly-anticipated personal memoir — God, Family, Country — arriving September 27 in partnership with Blackstone Publishing and available for pre-order HERE. He’ll also embark on his headlining Operation Finally Home Welcomes “God, Family, Country Tour 2022,” with special guest Ray Fulcher, kicking off October 19 in Green Bay, WI and closing with a very special Veterans Day Show on November 11 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. Visit craigmorgan.com to find tickets and more.

STARS FOR SECOND HARVEST RETURNS TO HISTORIC RYMAN AUDITORIUM FOR CMA FEST

Stars for Second Harvest, presented by American Airlines, is making it's return to the historic Ryman Auditorium on June 7 during CMA Fest! Hosted by Craig Wiseman, hit songwriter and founder of Big Loud Records and Big Loud Shirt, this acoustic benefit concert has previously featured some of the hottest headliners in country music such as Blake Shelton and Keith Urban. This year's lineup hasn't been released yet but there is no doubt it's gonna be a good one! It sells out quickly, so get your tickets now!

HARDY, RANDY MONTANA, HUNTER PHELPS AND JAMESON RODGERS HEADLINE INAUGURAL “COULDA, SHOULDA, WOULDA” EVENT TO BENEFIT MUSIC HEALTH ALLIANCE

Evening of Stories and Songs raises $125,000 to support non-profit’s free healthcare programs and life-saving advocacy services

L-R: Hunter Phelps, HARDY, Tatum Allsep (Founder/CEO, Music Health Alliance),

Jameson Rodgers, Randy Montana

Photo credit: Hunter Berry

Music Health Alliance (MHA), recently honored with the 2021 CMA Foundation Humanitarian Award, unveiled its inaugural “Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda” event last night, headlined by four of Music City’s hottest songwriters ‑ HARDY, Randy Montana, Hunter Phelps and Jameson Rodgers – performing songs in the round that “coulda, shoulda, woulda” been a smash along with their biggest hits. The evening of stories and songs, hosted by Country Countdown USA’s Lon Helton at City Winery, raised $125,000 to support the Nashville-based non-profit’s free healthcare programs and life-saving advocacy services.

“Coulda, Shouda, Woulda” — an old Southern expression for wistful regret, marks the fate of many a good song. Placed unfinished in the back of a drawer, left off an album it didn’t quite fit, every songwriter is haunted by the songs that didn’t seem to get a fair shake. This is how Grammy-winning songwriter Liz Rose came up with the idea for “Coulda, Shouda, Woulda,” a one-of-a-kind event where top songwriters get to pull out the songs that “coulda, shouda, woulda,” and finally give them their day. Join us to hear songwriters play their best songs with the worst luck, the songs they wished they had written, and of course the hits that did get their due.

For every $1 donation, MHA is able to provide $30 in life-saving healthcare resources to Heal The Music. Working tirelessly the powerhouse team of 12 women assist music industry professionals with the entire spectrum of their healthcare needs, ranging from assistance with medical bills or physical and mental health guidance that includes finding doctors or prescription medicine, finding financial grants while recovering from a serious health issue, affordable health insurance, or answers to Medicare questions.

Based in Nashville, MHA has provided free healthcare advocacy and support to more than 18,000 music industry members across 49 states in the non-profit’s first nine years - songwriters, musicians, performers, producers, engineers, venue operators, artist managers, agents, publishers, business managers, and more - by providing access to medicine, mental health resources, COVID-19 relief, diagnostic tests, lifesaving transplants, end of life care and many other necessary services, saving more than $85,000,000 in healthcare costs for the nationwide music community in less than a decade. Entirely funded through grants and individual and corporate donations, financial support from the music community is critical to continue MHA’s advocacy and free services.

In response to the pandemic, Music Health Alliance’s COVID-19 Relief Plan was created to provide direct support for the immediate needs of music industry professionals and their families during this public health crisis through relief grants, simplified solutions and a comprehensive database of resources. MHA fights so those in our industry never have to feel alone in a health crisis and removes obstacles so patients can receive lifesaving care. Its services are free to any person who has worked in the music industry for three or more years or who has credited contributions to 4 commercially released recordings or videos. Spouses, partners, and children of qualifying individuals may also receive access to the non-profit’s services from birth to end of life.

For more about Music Health Alliance’s free services,

contact MHA at 615-200-6896 or info@musichealthalliance.com

Request assistance at: musichealthalliance.com/request-assistance

Donate to Music Health Alliance at: musichealthalliance.com/donate-to-heal

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - THE CHARLIE DANIELS JOURNEY HOME PROJECT DONATES $25,000 TO UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE'S VETERANS SUCCESS CENTER

The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project (TCDJHP) presented the Veterans Success Center at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, with a $25,000 donation on Tuesday, March 22.

TCDJHP board members David Corlew, co-founder of the organization and manager for the late Charlie Daniels, and Major General Terry “Max” Haston (retired) visited the center to meet with student veterans. They also attended the Tennessee vs. Butler home baseball game for a check presentation with Jayetta Rogers, director of the Veterans Success Center, and Leonard Clemons, associate vice provost for Student Success.

"Continuing education has and continues to be an important step in the reintegration of many returning veterans,” explains Corlew. "Charlie had a close relationship with the University of Tennessee, so it’s our mission to support our veterans that are pursuing their educational needs. The Veterans Success Center is growing daily with Jayetta and the team, and we are proud to be of assistance in any way possible."

The $25,000 donation will go to the creation of a Veterans Success Institute, student veteran transformational grants, a veteran emergency fund, and technology upgrades. The donation is the third and largest gift UT has received from The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project, and Rogers says she hopes it’s the beginning of a long and meaningful relationship with the organization. “Charlie Daniels was a tremendous supporter of the University of Tennessee, and we are beyond grateful to receive this gift that will enhance the academic, professional, and personal success of our student veterans while at UT,” notes Rogers.

“Ensuring that veteran students have a solid foundation for success is the reason that The Charlie Daniels Journey Home Project supports our state universities’ veterans centers. TCDJHP believes that assisting and supporting veterans in obtaining a quality education is a critical phase line in their ‘Journey Home,’” says Haston. “We hope that by contributing to the University of Tennessee Veterans Success Center will start a habit for others to follow ensuring the center’s future.”

Photo ID L to R - Front: Brian Goad, Thomas Cruise, Jayetta Rogers

Back: Maj. Gen. Max Haston (Ret.), Brig. General Geoff Freeman (Ret.), 

David Corlew, Zane Tilley, Smokey, Vicki Clark, Trevor Vickery,

Sami Devault, Mark Coffey, Katie Thompson, Diana Goad, 

Leonard Clemons, Lt. Col. Logan Hickman (Ret.)

Photo Courtesy of UT Knoxville

For more information, or to donate, visit thecharliedanielsjourneyhomeproject.org.

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - DARRYL WORLEY TEAMS WITH 8OAKS RECOVERY TO AID MEN AND WOMEN STRUGGLING WITH ADDICTION

 

Darryl Worley - Photo Credit: Robyn McIsaac

Darryl Worley and his non-profit The Darryl Worley Foundation are teaming with 8Oaks Recovery to help aid men and women struggling with various forms of addiction. Worley and his organization will provide monetary assistance to 8Oaks, a Christian-based clinical treatment program currently serving adult males ages 18-65 years old at their West Point location in Lawrenceburg, Tenn., as well as the male and female inmates in the Lawrence County jail.

Over the years, 8Oaks has garnered not only local support but also won the heart of the nationally-recognized “Have You Forgotten” singer. The cause hits very close to home for Worley.

"My passion for this project comes from a very real place,” he explains. "I’ve seen firsthand what addiction can do to loved ones because of the issues in my own family. Seeing people get the help that they need seems to be almost like therapy for myself. I think my own personality has proven to be somewhat addictive at times and I share that with some of my family members who struggle constantly with substance abuse."

The mission of The Darryl Worley Foundation is to create and aid organizations that assist with human need and welfare, community support and education.

"My life is an open book and I just want to see people get their lives back,” continues Worley. "If laying my own shortcomings on the alter can help someone find the courage to step forward and get the help that they need, I’m all in. I know without a shadow of a doubt that Jesus is enough and he’s the way to get right and lay the other stuff down. I don’t think I can be more honest than that."

Beginning as a dream, David Morgan, 8Oaks founder and lead pastor of Lawrenceburg’s United Church, brought the non-profit to fruition in 2012 by first helping those suffering from substance abuse disorder in the local church and community through one-on-one discipleship and counseling. Soon the need became so great that a volunteer team was built, and 8Oaks Recovery Inc. was formed. Since then, the work has and continues to vastly expand.

“We are blessed to have the support of Darryl Worley along with the backing of The Darryl Worley Foundation,” says Morgan. "Through his work with the 22 Project, Darryl brings a unique perspective on the issues faced by our veterans, suffering from PTSD and often substance abuse issues.“

8Oaks Recovery is now providing treatment services at an outpatient facility, along with its sober-living facility. This format allows it to treat local residents as well as people who live outside of the Lawrence County area, conducting intensive outpatient and group therapy and rapidly increasing services to meet the challenges ahead. The program has a unique blend of Biblical teaching within a framework of clinical supervision and oversight. This allows people to receive Christian-based treatment while utilizing their health insurance.

For more information on Darryl Worley, visit darrylworley.com

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - RICKY SKAGGS & STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN TO HOST TORNADO RELIEF BENEFIT CONCERT ON FEB. 20 AT HEARTLAND CHURCH IN PADUCAH, KY.

LINEUP ALSO INCLUDES JASON CRABB, LARRY STEWART AND MORE

ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT MAYFIELD, KY. TORNADO VICTIMS VIA SAMARITAN'S PURSE

To purchase tickets, click HERE.

Devastated by the damage from the Dec. 10 tornado in Mayfield, Ky., Ricky Skaggs and Steven Curtis Chapman have organized a benefit concert on Sunday, Feb. 20 at 7:00 p.m. (CT) at Heartland Church in Chapman's hometown of Paducah, Ky. Skaggs and Chapman enlisted friends, Jason Crabb, Larry Stewart and more, for the lineup. All proceeds will benefit victims of the tornado via Samaritan's Purse. 

Blue Wolf Capital Partners, The State Group and the family of companies throughout Kentucky (Rick’s Electric, Beltline Electric, Comstock Electric and Delta Services) are pleased to sponsor the Kentucky tornado relief benefit concert. They are committed to helping this region fully recover from the devastation caused by the storms and their thoughts and prayers go out to all who were affected.

“As a boy who was born and raised in Paducah, Ky. (and spent a lot of my childhood in Mayfield), I have been broken-hearted to see the devastation caused by the tornadoes that swept through my home state back in December. I've been praying for the folks back home and have wanted to find a way to encourage them and show them some love. So I reached out to my 'bluegrass big brother' and fellow Kentuckian, Ricky Skaggs, and said, 'let's go play some music and try to raise some money to love on the people there'…and thankfully he agreed! I’m also very grateful to be joined by two other Kentucky brothers, Jason Crabb and Larry Stewart (also from Paducah) for this one night only Kentucky tornado relief benefit, with proceeds going to Samaritan's Purse to help the work that they're doing there for those who have been most devastated and affected by these tornadoes," shared Chapman.

"I’m really glad to be coming back again to help the people of Mayfield, Ky. I came with Franklin Graham and Samaritan’s Purse on Christmas Eve, but I knew I just had to come back. My heart broke when I saw the devastation. This benefit concert will be a great opportunity for the people of Kentucky and the surrounding states to come and help our neighbors that have lost so much. Bring your friends and help all you can, as they really need us right now,” stated Skaggs.

"I am a Kentucky boy, through and through. The moment I heard about the destruction and loss of life from the tornadoes, I went to help. Thankfully, great friends and organizations like Jentezen Franklin, God’s Pit Crew and Samaritan’s Purse jumped right in. And now, my friends – and fellow Kentucky brothers – Steven Curtis Chapman and Ricky Skaggs are pitching in to help even more people through this benefit concert. I sure hope you’ll come out, open up your hearts and join us to make a difference. It’s going to take all of us to rebuild," added Crabb.

“As Kentucky families continue to recover, we are incredibly grateful for the talent and generosity of Steven Curtis Chapman and Ricky Skaggs,” said Franklin Graham, president of Samaritan’s Purse. “The proceeds of this concert will go toward our ongoing efforts to help tornado victims return home while reminding them that God loves them and they are not forgotten.”

Based in Boone, N.C., Samaritan's Purse responds to the physical and spiritual needs of individuals in crisis situations, especially in locations where few others are working. Led by President and CEO Franklin Graham, Samaritan’s Purse works in more than 100 countries to provide aid to victims of war, disease, disaster, poverty, famine and persecution. For more information, visit SamaritansPurse.org.

 

#COUNTRYGIVESBACK - DICKSON COUNTY CRAIG MORGAN FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH COMMUNITY TO BRING CHRISTMAS TO MORE THAN 120 CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE

Another reason I love the country music genre and why it's so special ...

The Dickson County Craig Morgan Foundation (DCCMF) has teamed up with the local community to spread holiday cheer throughout Dickson County. DCCMF purchased presents for more than 120 children in foster care in Dickson County to help ensure everyone will have a very Merry Christmas. Gifts include bicycles and power wheels assembled by local firefighters; students from Creek Wood and Dickson County High Schools wrapped presents prior to being delivered to foster care families.

“I’m thrilled that everyone came together to make Christmas brighter for children in foster care in Dickson County - from the firefighters to high school students, so many people gave of their time to contribute to this special cause,” shared Dickson County resident, country music entertainer and Army veteran, Craig Morgan.

“It starts with a single wish list from each child, then the community, DCS and the Dickson County Craig Morgan Foundation work side by side to ensure the foster children have their wishes fulfilled,” said Department of Children’s Services' Jackie (Hopkins) Poteet. “For some of these children, these gifts under a tree on Christmas morning is a first ­— first real Nike shoes, first bicycle, first Barbie house or first necklace. Those items mean so much to these children who have never had it before. Craig Morgan has found a way to spread some happiness to over 120 foster care children and how amazing is that!”