CHRIS JANSON AND JUSTIN MOORE RIDE SHOTGUN WITH DARRYL WORLEY ON "TRACTOR TIME"

New Song Available Everywhere Now

Listen to "Tractor Time" HERE

Platinum-selling Darryl Worley has rallied a couple of famous friends to help him bale up an all-new tune that pays homage to a favorite pastime of country living. Country superstars Chris Janson and Justin Moore join Worley on "Tractor Time," available everywhere today via The Valory Music Co. On "Tractor Time" (written by Worley and Phil O’Donnell), Worley, Janson and Moore croon together on the therapeutic element of making circles in a field after a long day's work. 

"My new song, 'Tractor Time,' drops today and I think it's the perfect summer anthem," explains Worley. "I’m so grateful to have Justin Moore and Chris Janson on this tune with me. It’s a fun little number with a big fat groove and a contagious melody. Turn up the dial and get yourself a little dose of redneck therapy."

"I have always had a ton of respect for Darryl Worley," shares Moore. "He’s a great writer, a great country singer and a great artist overall. Most importantly though, he’s a great human being. I’m honored to be on a song with him, as I’ve been a fan for a long time.”

Janson echoes Moore's sentiment. "I’ve always had a great respect for Darryl. He’s a great guy and a great American,” he says. “I’m very proud that he asked me to join him on 'Tractor Time.'”

For more about Darryl Worley, visit his website or follow on social media: 

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CHRIS JANSON TAKES LISTENERS ON A TRIP DOWN "HOLIDAY ROAD"

This holiday season, one of Country music's most exciting performers, Chris Janson, has released his cover of the fun and timeless track, "Holiday Road". The toe-tapping song, written by the legendary Lindsey Buckingham, holds cherished memories for so many, including Janson, who not only brings his signature vibrancy to the vocal but also shows off his skill as a drummer on this classic that is sure to get everyone jolly for the holidays.

“I’ve always loved Christmas Vacation, the movie. This song reminds me of that. Hope everyone loves it. I also played drums on this track!”

-Chris Janson

Fans can check out Chris' performance of "Holiday Road" during the upcoming "Christmas at the Opry" special airing on NBC on Thursday, December 7th at 8pm ET/PT (streaming the next day on Peacock).

For more information on Chris Janson, including upcoming tour dates, visit chrisjanson.com

"OPRY COUNTRY CHRISTMAS" RETURNS WITH LAUREN ALAINA, SCOTTY MCCREERY, TRACE ADKINS, LADY A, CHRIS JANSON AND MORE

 

Photo: Chris Hollo/Grand Ole Opry

The Grand Ole Opry is bringing back their "Opry Country Christmas" for a third year. This year's show will feature spotlight artists artists including Lauren Alaina (Nov. 29), Scotty McCreery (Dec. 3), Trace Adkins (Dec. 7), Lady A (Dec. 11) and Chris Janson (Dec. 18). More performers will be announced soon.

Hosted by Opry member Larry Gatlin, Opry Country Christmas will showcase favorites and standards from the holiday season beginning Nov. 26 and running through Dec. 18. Each show features The Gatlin Brothers, Riders In The Sky, Mandy Barnett and Charlie McCoy. Other Opry members, special guests and spotlight artists will perform original songs and your favorite Christmas songs.

All shows will air on WSM Radio as well as WSM and Opry digital platforms. Tickets are available now. For more information, go to www.opry.com/opry-country-christmas

Opry Country Christmas 2023 Dates:

Sunday, Nov. 26

Wednesday, Nov. 29

Sunday, Dec. 3

Thursday, Dec. 7

Sunday, Dec. 10 - Monday, Dec. 11

Thursday, Dec. 14

Sunday, Dec. 17 (Matinee) - Monday, Dec. 18

#SPOTIFYPLAYLIST - SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8

If you're looking for new artists and you're getting tired of the same old Top 40 repetition on today's country radio, check out these names you may or may not be familiar with. Some songs listed are new, some may have been out a little while, but good music doesn't have a shelf life. If you find yourself liking someone, follow them on social media and let them know you enjoy their music. Please be sure to talk about and share any of the songs and artists you like on this list. I'm sure they'd appreciate it!

THIS WEEK'S ARTISTS

CHRIS JANSON

"GOOD VIBES"

BROOKS AND DUNN FEATURING LUKE COMBS

"BRAND NEW MAN"

AARON LEWIS

"THE BOTTOM"

SAM GROW

"BOOTS"

PAT GREEN

"TIL THE LAST WHISTLE BLOWS"

FAREWELL ANGELINA

"FOREVER BE MY ALWAYS"

SUNDANCE HEAD

"WORKING ON THAT"

KYLE JENNINGS "DRUNK WITH YOU"

AT&T LIVE FROM THE CMA AWARDS RED CARPET TO AIR ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2

See an Exclusive Live TV Broadcast of the Red Carpet Hosted by Bobby Bones and a Special Performance by Chris Janson on AUDIENCE® Network and Live Streaming on ATT.com

AT&T* is giving Country Music fans a front row seat at "The 50th Annual CMA Awards" red carpet. AUDIENCE® Network presents an exclusive look at the "AT&T CMA Awards Red Carpet" show hosted by Bobby Bones, host of iHeartRadio's nationally syndicated radio program "The Bobby Bones Show," and a performance by Country Music star Chris Janson. Janson's "Buy Me A Boat" was named Country Song of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in May.

DIRECTV and AT&T U-verse® TV customers can catch the red carpet show airing live Wednesday, Nov. 2, on AUDIENCE® Network (DIRECTV Ch. 239 or U-verse TV Ch. 1114) at 7 p.m. ET. and live stream the event starting at 6:30 p.m. ET at http://www.att.com/cmaredcarpet/.

Customers with 4K ready TVs will see a simulcast of the awards show on DIRECTV channel 106 in stunning ultra HD at 7 p.m. ET.

Country Music fans can get an up close and personal look at their favorite musicians and celebrities as they walk the red carpet. Plus, see behind-the-scenes interviews with artists as they prepare for Country Music's Biggest Night™.

In addition to Janson, catch performances by Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Garth Brooks with Trisha Yearwood, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Kacey Musgraves, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban and many more.

Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will host the 50th Annual CMA Awards live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Catch all the action Wednesday, Nov. 2, (8-11 p.m. ET) on the ABC Television Network.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

ARTISTS TO WATCH IN 2016 - VOICES THAT ARE GONNA ROCK THE NEW YEAR

Another year of great music comes to a close in a couple of weeks but that means a start to another year of even better music to come. 2015 introduced us to several new artists who took off in a big way and are going to make an even bigger impact on country music in 2016. Here are the names, faces and voices that we think you should keep on your 2016 radar. It's shaping up to be a fantastic new year!

William Michael Morgan  -www.williammichaelmorgan.com
Twitter - @WMMorgan
Facebook - WilliamMichaelMorgan
Instagram - @wmmorganmusic

There's a lot of country tradition under this guy's hat. With a Keith Whitley soul and a voice that immediately brings to mind what country used to be, William Michael Morgan is reminding us what country was meant to be - pure, simple and honest. There's no fluff, no unnecessary excess ... he doesn't need it. What William Michael Morgan portrays is exactly who he is. His debut single, "I Met a Girl" is turning hats everywhere and making people stop to listen. While he may have met a girl, country music is the lucky one because we met one heck of an artist.


Leah Turner - www.leahturner.com
Twitter - @LeahTurnerMusic
Facebook - LeahTurnerMusic
Instagram - @LeahTurnerMusic

Leah Turner dared you to "Take the Keys" on her debut single, now she's taking those keys and opening the door to new beginnings with her new single, "Cowboy's Love". The single's video has been on the CMT Pure 12 Pack for a few weeks now and the single officially comes to iTunes on Friday, 12/18. She's grit and grace, the daughter of a team roper who isn't afraid to wrangle with anyone who tries to change her style. We think she'll be roping in a winner with the new single and you'll be hearing a lot more from Leah in the upcoming year. Leah is a country bad ass, but in a Loretta Lynn "Fist City", "You Ain't Woman Enough" way. Fans need to take country radio to "Fist City" and let them know that she's a "must add."

Mo Pitney - www.mopitney.com
Twitter - @MoPitney
Facebook - MoPitneyOfficial
Instagram - @MoPitney

Mo was another one we named an artist to watch in 2015 and now we add him again to the must watch list for 2016.

If you're a country music fan, I mean a TRIED and TRUE fan of twang, tradition and storytelling, you need to tune into Mo Pitney. Remember the name because Mo is the real deal, the next voice of traditional "sop grandma's homemade biscuits up with some gravy" country music. Trust me, country isn't dead, it's just starting to come back to life with a revival of the likes of new artists like of Mo, Craig Campbell, Sturgill Simpson, Cody Wickline, and William Michael Morgan. These new artists are knocking at country's door and fans are starting to answer the door with an enthusiastic response.

In June 2015, Pitney became the first debuting performer in 14 years to earn a standing ovation at the Grand Ole Opry. The last one was Turner. It could be a while before someone shows the merit to repeat that feat.

He's released several songs this year -  "Country", which was a writing collaboration with country legend "Whisperin" Bill Anderson, the personal and emotional tearjerker "Clean Up on Aisle Five", the upbeat invitation to "Come Do a Little Life" and the flirty and fun "Boy and a Girl Thing." There's nothing that isn't genuine about Mo or his music. We do take a chance on assuming that you're gonna love what you hear and that fans will be making him a voice of 2016.

Cam - www.camcountry.com

Twitter - @CamCountry
Facebook - CamCountry
Instagram - @CamCountry

You've seen her everywhere this year since releasing her debut single, "My Mistake to Make" and it's platinum certified follow up, the hauntingly beautiful "Burning House". Cam has graced many magazines, talk shows, radio shows, and stages in 2015 and hopefully we'll see her accepting her first Grammy for Best Country Solo Performance for "Burning House." Cam has a classic quality in her voice and an infectious attitude that seems to spread throughout a room quite quickly. It's qualities like this that make the difference between a wannabe and a star and Cam is star quality and she's more than proven it in such a short time. With the success of both singles, the "Burning House" video and her recent critically acclaimed CD, "Untamed", as strange as it seems, 2015 was just a beginning for Cam. I think it's safe to say we can expect another banner year for her in 2016.

Chris Stapleton - www.chrisstapleton.com
Twitter - @ChrisStapleton
Facebook - ChrisStapletonOfficial
Instagram - @CAStapleton

We had Chris as one of our artists to watch in 2015 and we weren't kidding. Chris released his then unknown "Traveller" CD which stayed behind the scenes until the ACM Awards where this quiet, unassuming bearded guy in a hat took over the night and surprised the music world by swooping in like a hawk collecting his prey and walked away with 3 of the night's most prestigious awards. While it may have been a shock to those at home, it was in no way a surprise of any kind for any country music industry person or fan in the know that night, we were all cheering and hitting social media with "I Told You About This Guy A Long Time Ago" accolades and congratulations. His performance of the George Jones' classic, "Tennessee Whiskey" with Justin Timberlake was one of the most talked about performances in ages and left a mark where it counts, in the hearts and ears of listeners. His CD sales shot through the roof and radio FINALLY got a clue and started adding his music to their rotations. 2016 is shaping up to bring country back full circle and there is "Nobody to Blame" but Chris Stapleton.

Kasey Tyndall - www.kaseytyndall.com
Twitter - @KaseyTyndall
Facebook - KaseyTyndallMusic
Instagram - @KaseyTyndall

What's that quote by Shakespeare? Though she be but little, she is fierce? Well he obviously had a premonition about Kasey Tyndall. She's a petite little thing but her voice is absolutely fierce and her "get it done" attitude would make Larry the Cable Guy proud. Picked out of tons of video entries, Keith Urban personally chose Kasey to sing a duet with him in Raleigh during his tour stop in August 2014 and her career has been nonstop since then, having moved to Nashville and working with Tennessee East Management (run by Dave Rose of Deep South Entertainment who works with Parmalee, Stryper and other well known artists and Kevin Frazier, local NC venue owner). She's caught the ear of industry professionals, is opening for well known artists as well as performing on her own and released her first single, "Prove Me Wrong" in 2015 with a follow up single on the way. Kasey's a strong one and she's gonna prove them all wrong in 2016!

Morgan Myles - www.morganmyleslive.com
Twitter - @MorganMylesLive
Facebook - MorganMylesLive
Instagram - @MorganMylesLive

Morgan isn't just another blonde in the country crowd because she was born to stand out. With an edge in her voice that reminds one of early Miranda Lambert and a confidence that rivals any top selling country female, Morgan Myles does anything but fit in. With a new EP on the way, "Miss Morgan Myles" is gonna make her mark on 2016. We're really diggin' what Morgan has to offer and after you go to her website and take a listen to "Whiskey Dreaming", I think you'll be right there with us on this one.

Drake White - www.drakewhite.com
Twitter - @DrakeWhite
Facebook - DrakeWhiteMusic
Instagram - @DrakeWhiteStomp

His music just "Feels Good." Really, that's how I'd sum up Drake White. You can't help but move when his music comes on and it really does just give you a good feeling. We've followed Drake for awhile now ever since seeing him open for Montgomery Gentry a few years back in Danville, VA. He's come a long way since then and has performed on the historic Opry stage multiple times. His shows are electric, energizing and over the top fun. His positive attitude and interaction with his fan base makes him a top favorite for 2016.

Chris Janson - www.chrisjanson.com
Twitter - @Jason_Chris
Facebook - ChrisJansonMusic
Instagram - @TheChrisJanson

Chris is another artist who had one hell of a breakout in 2015, but again, that was just the start of what we're gonna see from him in the upcoming year. His independently released single, "Buy Me a Boat" hit the top of the iTunes charts, a relatively unknown feat for an unsigned artist and that set off a fireworks display of major proportions in the industry, leading to a video being funded by CMT, a major label signing with Warner Bros, a re-release of the single to country radio which resulted in his first #1 hit on Mediabase and a platinum certification just this month, multiple appearances on the Opry stage, the release of his debut album and the release of his follow up single "The Power of Positive Drinkin'".  Chris Janson is here to stay and I wouldn't hesistate to say we'll be seeing him at #1 during the next year.

Granger Smith - www.grangersmith.com
Twitter - @GrangerSmith
Facebook - GrangerSmith
Instagram - @GrangerSmith

What can I say other than it's about damn time that the world caught on to Granger's music. They caught onto his alter ego, "Earl Dibbles, Jr." a long time ago. Who would have thought that anyone would attempt the alter ego thing since the whole Garth Brooks/Chris Gaines thing (even though that's one of my favorite albums), but Granger did it and it works. His music works just as well as his sense of humor. His previous CD, "Dirt Road Driveway" released in 2013 was great but just didn't take off but thanks to his new single, "Backroad Song", Granger Smith is back on the highway and headed a new, successful direction. He recently made his Opry debut and you can count on hearing much more from him in 2016.

Maren Morris - www.marenmorris.com
Twitter - @MarenMorris
Facebook - MarenMorris
Instagram - @MarenMorris

At the age of 25, Maren Morris has already established a name for herself in the ultra-competitive Nashville circles with her multi-stylistic vocal influence. Maren signed a publishing deal with Big Yellow Dog Music after winning the 2012 New Music Seminar's "Artist on the Verge" award. Maren's songwriting credits include cuts by Kelly Clarkson and Tim McGraw. Maren has shared the stage with artists such as Gary Allan, Marty Stuart, Radney Foster, Eli Young and others. She recently released her own single, "My Church", which is garnering acclaim on Sirius XM's The Highway and is being picked up by stations nationwide.

Chris Carmack - www.chriscarmackmusic.com
Twitter - @RealCarmack
Facebook - @ChrisCarmackMusic
Instagram - @RealCarmack

Best known as super jock Luke on "The O.C" and for his modeling turns with Abercrombie and Fitch and other well known brands, Chris Carmack has become a well known face and voice around Music City since taking on the role of "Will Lexington", a singer/songwriter struggling not only with his music but with his sexuality, on ABC's "Nashville". This role has made Chris not only a household face, but a household name with his vocal ability. His chiseled features and smoldering good looks are just added bonuses to his musical talent. Chris just released his debut EP, "Pieces of You" to critical acclaim. Entertainment Weekly called the release "Stunning" while Digital Radio compared him to Keith Urban. Chris Carmack's fictitious character may be having a hard time coming to terms with who he is, but the real Chris Carmack has made it clearly known that he knows who he is and has already left his mark on the country music industry.

- Jenn

Follow me on Twitter at @lovinlyrics

10 MUST SEE ARTISTS AT #CMAFEST2015

Country fans are getting ready to take over Music City for 4 days next month and most are excited about seeing the big names at LP Field but we're excited for you to experience the newer artists, those you may not be familiar with and see what they have to offer. You may find that you have a new favorite! Here are our choices for 10 of the best new artists you must see at CMA Fest this year (in no particular order.) They've each made a name for themselves this year and are names you'll be hearing long after you get home from CMA Fest.

Kelsea Ballerini 

She's got a contagious smile and an infectious attitude, but this country beauty has the voice and stage presence to make her the total package. With her current debut single, "Love Me Like You Mean It" sitting at #13 on the charts, Kelsea Ballerini is making her way to the top in record time.

Friday, June 12 

12:45pm - 1:10pm 

Bud Light Stage

Craig Wayne Boyd

You may know Craig as last season's "Comeback Kid" who went on to win NBC's hit series, "The Voice" last season, but Craig's not a new voice on the country block. Having pounded the streets of Nashville for years, he's finally made his way to the attention of Americans everywhere. His debut single, "My Baby's Got a Smile on Her Face" hit #1 right out of the gate, tying Garth Brooks as the only artist to debut at #1 and now his second single, "I"m Still Here" is quickly gaining momentum.

Sunday, June 14

 3:00pm

Chevy Riverfront Stage

Kelleigh Bannen

This country girl isn't content to sit on the sidelines and watch other females get the attention, she's come out swinging with her singles "Sorry on the Rocks", "Famous" and her latest "I Only Smoke when I Drink". Kelleigh Bannen's made her presence known and has made her mark on country music.

Saturday, June 13 

12:05pm - 12:30pm

 Bud Light Stage

Mo Pitney

Another artist we could go on for days about, Mo Pitney. Mo is the right artist at the right time in country music. Talk about well timed. Right when fans are getting tired of the same old same old, along comes this soft spoken guy with anything but a soft voice. Mo's single "Country", co-written with "Whispering" Bill Anderson has country fans shouting for "Mo Country", not "Bro Country". When a voice can bring an entire room to dead silence and put tears in the eyes of the listener, you know you've heard brilliance. He is the "ePITome" of traditional country from his baseball cap to his cowboy boots. This boy's blood runs thick with tradition and twang.

Tuesday, June 9 

 7:00pm 

"The Countriest of the Country"

George Jones Museum 

 This is a ticketed event. Tickets available here.

Thursday, June 11 

3:25pm - 3:50pm

Bud Light Stage

Ray Scott

Ray Scott is an original to say the least. His voice is deep and sexy, his attitude is brash and in your face and his music is the perfect combination of all of those ingredients. Ray is the guy your mama warned you about, but the artist that's proving that theory wrong because no one's mama could have ever had an imagination this good. 

Tuesday, June 9

Storme Warren's Nashville Navy Party at Limelight

This is a ticketed event

Tickets available here

Thursday, June 11

FanJam - 707 18th Ave South in Nashville

This is a ticketed event

Tickets available here

 4:00pm - 4:30pm 

Gildan Broadway Hard Rock Stage

Friday, June 12

4:00pm

Ray Scott Fan Club Party at the Wildhorse Saloon

This is a ticketed event

Tickets available here

Sunday June 14 

1:30pm - 2:00pm 

AT&T U-verse Showcase Stage 

A Thousand Horses

A Thousand Horses hit the scene running with the power of ... well ... a thousand horses. Their current single, "Smoke" is smoldering on the charts in the Top 10 and it's looking like they may just have their first #1 single very soon. Crowds gather quickly to hear these guys in action so you'll want to stake out your spot pretty early!

Thursday, June 11

1:25pm to 1:50pm

Bud Light Stage

Brian Davis

How would we describe Brian Davis? Unapologetic, rowdy, drunk on country and ready to put a boot in any crowd's ass. Fresh off the Hell on Wheels tour with country bad boy, Brantley Gilbert, Brian's kicked into full party mode and it doesn't take an invite to his party because everyone is welcome to grab a cold one and pull up a tailgate. Brian has co-written many songs with area artists including Brantley's current hit, "One Hell of an Amen" and that's exactly what fans are saying at the end of a Brian Davis show - amen!

Friday, June 12 

2:00pm - 2:30pm

Gildan Broadway Hard Rock Stage 

Rick Monroe

Rick Monroe, the face of the Jagermeister Country Tour for the past few years, has been pushing the Nashville envelope for years just trying to get someone to finally open it and see what a winner he is. This year, that envelope's been opened with his latest CD, "It's a Love Thing" making waves with industry players and his single "Fire's Out" breaking onto the Billboard charts and was even featured on Fox News this morning! 

Saturday, June 13 

4:00pm to 4:30pm

Belk Park Stage

Chris Janson

After years of being an independent artist, releasing his own music and trying to prove himself, his hard work and belief in himself paid off in spades with his indie single, "Buy Me a Boat" hitting #1 on the iTunes country charts and peaking at #7 on the all genres chart, edging out Taylor Swift with the video being financed and produced by CMT and finally signing a record deal with Warner Music Nashville. Chris is a phenomenal songwriter and an energetic, interactive artist who knows how to keep 'em coming to the shows and buying the music. 

Saturday, June 13

2:05pm - 2:30pm

Bud Light Stage

CAM

Where did this spitfire come from? Cam came out of nowhere and blasted country listeners with her fun, flirty debut single "My Mistake" and now she's everywhere you look. With a bright personality, a unique and one of country music's strongest female voices, we'll be seeing and hearing much more from Cam.

Friday, June 12

2:05pm - 2:30pm

Bud Light Stage

SINGLE REVIEW: "BUY ME A BOAT" - CHRIS JANSON

SINGLE: "Buy Me a Boat"
ARTIST: Chris Janson
REVIEWER: Maria Talamo
Follow Maria on Twitter at @Maria_Talamo

Purchase "Buy Me a Boat" on iTunes. Don't forget to leave a review!

If you haven’t heard of Chris Janson by now, it’s about time you do. Janson recently become one of the most popular unsigned artists with the release of his newest single “Buy Me A Boat.” This song is all about normal, everyday people dreaming big. He has been described as being extremely explosive on stage while putting on a thrilling and unpredictable performance. This is going to be the song that makes Chris Janson become a household name. Pretty soon everyone is going to know who he is.

Janson’s song couldn’t have been released at a better time. Why? Because it is going to be the perfect summer/ party song. You know a song is going to be big when big time names such as Toby Keith and Bobby Bones are advocating for him. Keith recently tweeted “Check out this mofo of a song #buymeaboat @janson_chris” while Bobby Bones of the Bobby Bones Show played this song two times within a half hour which he stated is typically a big no no.  According to Bobby Bones the reason this song is becoming so popular is because of how catchy, relatable and country it is. Just how popular is it? Popular enough for it to become the NUMBER ONE country song on iTunes and number seven on all genres! That’s pretty impressive for someone who doesn’t even have a major record deal but that’s all about to change as he already has labels reaching out to him. Who he is going to sign with is still unknown, what I do know though is you are going to have this song on repeat all day long. I promise!


Catch up on the latest information about Chris at www.chrisjanson.com and find out where you can find him on social media. He's great at personal connections with his fans.

CHRIS JANSON SAILING HIGH WITH “BUY ME A BOAT”

New Song Shatters Digital Sales, Soaring To #1 On iTunes Country Chart

Superstars Are Abuzz About The Fresh Tune

NASHVILLE, TN (March 25, 2015) – Unsigned, independent artist Chris Janson was all the buzz Friday morning (3/20) when his dream-big anthem "Buy Me A Boat" sailed high at iTunes landing at #1 on the Country and #7 on the all genre charts. Continuing to make massive waves, the tune shattered digital sales with over 21K sold in only three days, an impressive feat since Janson is virtually unknown outside of Nashville and has no radio promotion staff. 

 

“Buy Me A Boat” received a boost from DJ Bobby Bones who gave it a high-profile endorsement on his nationally syndicated Bobby Bones Show following the release. As Bones told Rolling Stone, “It’s not often that I play completely untested, unsigned artists…We played the same song [“Buy Me A Boat”] twice in a half hour, which is a no-no. It hit Top 15 and I realized this song had real legs…And I’ll be damned it hit Number One and took down Sam Hunt, which has been the Number One song for weeks.” 

Janson, a formidable songwriter in his own right (Tim McGraw’s “Truck Yeah”), co-wrote the song with Chris Dubois (who has co-written a stream of #1 hits for Brad Paisley). “Every song I’ve written in the last couple of years, I was always thinking of who’s recording now, or who’s looking for songs, or what I could do to write for somebody else and get another ‘Truck Yeah,’” said Janson to Rolling Stone. “I just had to have that one ["Buy Me A Boat"] for me. It’s rare that I love one that much.”

Amidst the song’s heat wave, “Chris Janson” trended in the Top 10 on Twitter amongst superstars including Blake Shelton and Adam Levine. Celebrities and heavy-hitting songwriters also continued the momentum with endorsements on Twitter. Toby Keith exclaimed, “Check out this mofo of a song #BuyMeABoat from @janson_chris” while ABC’s “Nashville” actor Charles Esten tweeted, “A little @mrBobbyBones love for a great @janson_chris song helped put “Buy Me A Boat” to #1.” Additional Twitter support came from Country artist RaeLynn, GRAMMY-Award winning producer and songwriter Luke Laird (Kacey Musgraves, Kenny Chesney) and songwriter Ben Hayslip (Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan).   

As the song continues its stronghold in the Top 10 on iTunes, Janson has a full schedule of dates where “Buy Me A Boat” is sure to be anticipated and echoed by the crowds including April 3rd and 4th at the Grand Ole Opry, followed by Country Thunder (Florence, AZ) on April 11th and Stagecoach (Indio, CA) on April 26th. 

 

With undeniable charisma, Janson brings a blue-collar, working-class, boot-stomping hillbilly redneck attitude to bear on every live performance, earning him opening slots for Florida Georgia Line, music legends Merle Haggard and Hank Williams Jr., as well as over 60 appearances at the Grand Ole Opry. The talented songwriter began writing at just 18 with an impressive group of musicians from the likes of Guns N’ Roses to the esteemed Larry Gatlin and co-wrote Tim McGraw’s highest chart debut of his career, “Truck Yeah.” The Perryville, Missouri native first broke onto the music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway. Janson is currently focusing on a heavy summer touring season and writing songs for his debut album.

For more information and tour dates visit: www.chrisjanson.com.

CHRIS JANSON BRINGS POWERFUL SET TO INTERNATIONAL IDEABANK CONFERENCE FOR RADIO MEMBERS

Country Music Hit-maker Coined by Rolling Stone Country For “Best Live Show”

Photo Credit: John Garziglia

PRESS RELEASE

NASHVILLE, TN (October 23, 2014) – Country music entertainer and BMI songwriter Chris Janson charmed attendees with his musical performance at the fall conference of the International IdeaBank Conference in French Lick, IN on October 14th. While closing the night banquet at French Lick Resort, Janson performed many of his hits including, “Better I Don’t,” and Tim McGraw’s “Truck Yeah.”

The International Broadcasters IdeakBank is a membership driven organization of commercial radio broadcasting owners and managers, that share knowledge and best-practices amongst their membership.

Janson has garnered national attention for his energetic live performances, as he was noted by Billboard Magazine as “The New Wave of Country Music,” “Artist Worth Your Attention,” by The Boston Globe and “Best Live Show” by Rolling Stone Country. While playing more than 100 shows this past year, the singer has reached capacity crowds at multiple tour stops. This summer, he made his mark at major festivals such as Country Thunder, We Fest, Creekfest, as well as Deer Assic Classic, and has opened for some of the biggest names in music including Lynyrd Skynyrd, Florida Georgia Line, Hank Williams Jr. and Haggard. Since his Grand Ole Opry debut last year, Janson has been asked to perform on the coveted stage over 65 times.

The talented songwriter began writing at 18-years-old, and has scored cuts with notable artists such 

as Tim McGraw (“Truck Yeah”), Justin Moore (“Off The Beaten Path”) and Parmalee (“Back In The Day. The Perryville, Missouri, native first broke onto the Nashville music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway.

For more information on Chris Janson and tour dates, visit chrisjanson.com

Get a taste of Janson’s life on the road here.

CHRIS JANSON RALLIES FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY FANS WITH “TOMAHAWK”

Crowd Favorite Now Available At Digital Retailers

Dynamic Entertainer To Appear On FOX’s Huckabee This November

NASHVILLE, TN (October 22, 2013) – Country music newcomer Chris Janson recently played the annual Florida State University block party and what better way to get the Seminoles all fired up than with his catchy tune “Tomahawk.” The crowd went wild over the spirited song, so much so that FSU asked Janson to release it digitally. Now available at iTunes, the song has become a ritual for every home game.

“Hey Noles fans, had to release this one just for you! Go FSU,” shares Chris Janson.

The dynamic entertainer is currently climbing the Country radio charts with the infectious single “Cut Me Some Slack” and will perform the song on FOX’s Huckabee this November. The song is featured on his self-titled EP (Bigger Picture Group), now available at all digital retailers. Produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band), the five-song project also features Top 40 hit “Better I Don’t.”

Since releasing “Better I Don’t,” Janson has been gaining attention nationwide from media and fans alike. Most recently, he garnered great ink in Nashville Lifestyle’s “The Hot List” issue and Billboard’s“The Next Wave in Country Rock” feature. With undeniable charisma, he brings a blue-collar, working-class, boot-stomping hillbilly redneck attitude to bear on every live performance, earning him opening slots for music legends Merle Haggard and Hank Williams Jr. as well as regular appearances on the Grand Ole Opry.

The talented songwriter, who has already scored cuts with artists such as Tim McGraw (“Truck Yeah”) and Justin Moore (“Off The Beaten Path”), began writing at just 18 with an impressive group of musicians from the likes of Guns N' Roses to Bill Anderson. The Perryville, Missouri, native first broke onto the Nashville music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway.

For more information on Chris Janson and tour dates, visit chrisjanson.com.

CHRIS JANSON is now available at iTunes.

COUNTRY WEEKLY'S KICK-OFF PARTY ANNOUNCED FOR JUNE 4

 Event to Feature Performances by Easton Corbin, Dustin Lynch, Greg Bates and Chris Janson

Tickets On Sale Now With Proceeds Benefiting Musicians On Call Nashville

 

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country Weekly magazine’s annual celebration to kick off CMA Music Festival has been announced for Tuesday, June 4, and features performances by some of today’s hottest country stars - Easton Corbin, Dustin Lynch, Greg Bates and Chris Janson.

This year’s event, held at the Hard Rock Cafe in downtown Nashville, will be a night filled with great music for a great cause with all proceeds benefiting Musicians On Call Nashville, a non-profit organization that brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities.

Tickets are on sale now and range from a $30 General Admission entry up to $500 for a VIP table for four including a meet-and-greet with all four artists. All attendees will enjoy a red carpet arrival with bright lights and a backdrop for photos. To purchase tickets and to find out more on the VIP and meet-and-greet options, click HERE.

Doors open at 7 p.m. with music cranking up at 8 p.m. For more information on the event, ticket options and MOC Nashville, please visit www.MusiciansOnCall.org.

The event is sponsored by Boot Barn, Durango and Roper.

 

EVENT (WOODLAKE, CA): JUGFEST 2013 WITH EASTON CORBIN, MAGGIE ROSE, CHARLIE WORSHAM, CHRIS JANSON, WESTON BURT AND MATT KENNON - FREE SHOW!

JUGFEST 2013

WHEN: SATURDAY JUNE 1

 

WHERE: TWILIGHT PARK IN WOODLAKE, CA

 

WHO: EASTON CORBIN, MAGGIE ROSE, CHARLIE WORSHAM, CHRIS JANSON, WESTON BURT & MATT KENNON

HOW MUCH: FREE SHOW

CLICK HERE FOR JUGFEST RULES

 

 

CHRIS JANSON’S NEW MUSIC VIDEO “BETTER I DON’T” MAKES WORLD PREMIERE ON CMT PURE, CMT MOBILE & CMT.COM TODAY (3/28)

Hot Country Newcomer To Perform The Buzzed-About Single At The ACM Weekend Fremont Street Concert On 4/6

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Bigger Picture

Nashville, TN – (March 28, 2013) – Hot country newcomer and dynamic multi-instrumentalist Chris Janson will world premiere his brand new music video for “Better I Don’t” today (3/28) on CMT Pure, CMT Mobile and CMT.com. The exclusive debut was directed by Wes Edwards and shot in the popular Nashville music venue 12th & Porter. The video vividly captures Janson’s exhilarating live performance and innate sense of humor when he shows off what would happen if he did rather than if he don’t. “Better I Don’t” will be featured on his debut full-length album produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band), which is expected for release later this year via Bigger Picture Group.

Watch the video for “Better I Don’t” now via:

http://www.cmt.com/videos/chris-janson/892210/better-i-dont.jhtml

When asked about making the video, Janson shared, “It was an unbelievable day and I was thrilled that my family, friends and fans all came out to join in the fun and help me get into a little trouble!”

Janson will perform the catchy song and more during his April 6 full-band performance at the popular Academy of Country Music’s Fremont Street Concert at the Las Vegas strip with Randy Houser, Jana Kramer and headliner Jake Owen. He will take the stage at 9:00pm.

Since releasing “Better I Don’t,” Janson is already garnering nationwide buzz from media and fans alike. With undeniable charisma, Janson brings a blue-collar, working-class, boot-stomping hillbilly redneck attitude to bear on every live performance, earning him opening slots for music legends Merle Haggard and Hank Williams Jr. The talented songwriter co-wrote Tim McGraw’s fastest rising single of his career with “Truck Yeah” and began writing at just 18 with an impressive group of musicians from the likes of Guns N' Roses to Bill Anderson. The Perryville, Missouri, native first broke onto the Nashville music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway.

Keep up with Chris Janson at chrisjanson.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/ChrisJansonMusic or follow him on Twitter: @Janson_Chris

CHRIS JANSON’S DEBUT ON THE GRAND OLE OPRY TOPS CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

New Single, "Better I Don’t," Climbing The Radio Charts

Chris Janson’s Grand Ole Opry debut last Friday night (2/15) reaches one of his biggest musical goals. To celebrate with him, WSIX’s Amy Paige and Michael Bryan thought they “better do” dive into the congratulatory cake from Bigger Picture Group

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Bigger Picture Group

NASHVILLE, TN – (February 22, 2013) – Bigger Picture Group’s hot country newcomer and dynamic multi-instrumentalist Chris Janson made his Grand Ole Opry debut last Friday night (2/15) on the famous stage surrounded by family, friends, fans and the Bigger Picture Group team. Janson opened with his addictive new single “Better I Don’t,” which is quickly climbing up the charts and was the second most added song to country radio playlists nationwide the week of release. He closed out the debut sharing the stage with one of his best buddies, James Otto, to perform the moving song “When I’m Holding Her” that they co-wrote. Both songs will be featured on his debut full-length album produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band), which is expected for release later this year.

Photo Credit: ©2013 Grand Ole Opry

Photo By: Joel Dennis, Hollo Photographics, Inc. 

Since releasing “Better I Don’t,” Janson is already garnering nationwide buzz from media and fans alike. With undeniable charisma, Janson brings a blue-collar, working-class, boot-stomping hillbilly redneck attitude to bear on every live performance, earning him opening slots for music legends Merle Haggard and Hank Williams Jr. The talented songwriter co-wrote Tim McGraw’s fastest rising single of his career with “Truck Yeah” and began writing at just 18 with an impressive group of musicians from the likes of Guns N' Roses to Bill Anderson. The Perryville, Missouri, native first broke onto the Nashville music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway.

To listen to “Better I Don’t,” http://www.youtube.com/chrisjansonvideos

Keep up with Chris at chrisjanson.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/ChrisJansonMusic or follow him on Twitter: @Janson_Chris

CHRIS JANSON TO MAKE HIS GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT

“Better I Don’t” Singer To Take The Stage This Friday, February 15

Nashville, TN – (February 11, 2013) – Bigger Picture Group’s hot country newcomer and dynamic multi-instrumentalist Chris Janson will make his Grand Ole Opry debut this Friday, February 15. Janson will perform on the legendary stage his addictive new single “Better I Don’t,” which is quickly climbing up the charts and was the second most added song to country radio playlists nationwide the week of release.

"Words can't describe how humbled I am, that I've been asked to play the Grand Ole Opry,” shares Janson. “This will be my greatest career highlight, hands down. Dreams do come true. I'm so grateful."

Janson will join Josh Turner, Craig Morgan, The Black Lillies, Jimmy Dickens, John Conlee, Ricky Skaggs and more, in Friday’s lineup, which begins at 7:00 PM.

Since releasing “Better I Don’t,” Janson is already garnering nationwide buzz from media and fans alike. With undeniable charisma, Janson brings a blue-collar, working-class, boot-stomping hillbilly redneck attitude to bear on every live performance, earning him opening slots for music legends Merle Haggard and Hank Williams Jr. The talented songwriter co-wrote Tim McGraw’s fastest rising single of his career with “Truck Yeah” and began writing at just 18 with an impressive group of musicians from the likes of Guns N' Roses to Bill Anderson. “Better I Don’t” is featured on his debut full-length album produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band), which is expected for release later this year. The Perryville, Missouri, native first broke onto the Nashville music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway.

To listen to “Better I Don’t,” http://www.youtube.com/chrisjansonvideos

Keep up with Chris Janson at www.chrisjanson.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/ChrisJansonMusic or follow him on Twitter: @Janson_Chris

BIGGER PICTURE GROUP’S HOT NEWCOMER CHRIS JANSON RELEASES NEW SINGLE TO COUNTRY RADIO TODAY, JANUARY 22

Janson Already Garnering Nationwide Buzz For Single, "Better I Don’t"

NASHVILLE, TN – (January 22, 2013) – For Bigger Picture Group’s hot country newcomer and dynamic multi-instrumentalist Chris Janson it is better that he do release his new single “Better I Don’t” to country radio today, January 22. The song is the lead single from Janson’s upcoming first full-length album produced by Keith Stegall (Alan Jackson, Zac Brown Band) and expected for release later this year.

Co-written by Janson, Kelly Roland (his wife) and Pat Bunch “Better I Don’t” is an addictive, up-tempo song that highlights Janson’s irresistible and clever lyrical charm as he explains why sometimes he is better off saying no.

“I’m really excited about the new music,” shares Janson. “I couldn’t be more happy than to have my single on country radio, and in the hands and lives of my fans.” 

With Janson’s true to life songs and impressive live shows it is no surprise that fans and media alike are already buzzing about “Better I Don’t.”

Early Reviews:

 “Chris Janson’s debut single “Better I Don’t” is a well-written, clever ditty that could have you singing along well before the chorus rolls around.” American Songwriter

“The melody leaps out of the speakers and will get you tapping your feet along or, if you're driving along, you'll be dashboard drumming.” Roughstock

“2013 will be Chris Janson’s breakthrough year.” Urban Country News

The Perryville, Missouri, native broke onto the Nashville music scene when he landed a year long, four show a day gig at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge on Nashville’s Lower Broadway. Residents and tourists regularly packed the famed venue to take in his high-energy and soulful performances, which earned him opening slots for music legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and Hank Williams Jr. The talented songwriter who co-wrote Tim McGraw’s fastest rising single of his career with “Truck Yeah” began collaborating and writing at just 18 with an impressive group of musicians from the likes of Guns N' Roses to Bill Anderson.

Keep up with Chris Janson at www.chrisjanson.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/ChrisJansonMusic or follow him on Twitter: @Janson_Chris

EVENT (FRANKLIN, TN): MARCH 12 - JEFFREY STEELE AND FRIENDS BENEFIT SHOW AT THE FRANKLIN THEATRE

Photo credit: www.musicrow.com

The Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund presents the 6th Annual Jeffrey Steele & Friends, an intimate evening with Jeffrey Steele, Chris Janson, The Shuggah Pies, Billy Ray Cyrus, LoCash Cowboys, Colt Ford and other artists still to be named. GAC's Storme Warren will host the event. Proceeds benefit the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund of The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, helping overlooked and underprivileged youth by motivating them in school and in life.

Jeffrey Steele and family created the Alex LeVasseur Memorial Fund at The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee after Steele’s 13-year-old son passed away January 28, 2007 in a tragic accident. Steele and his family are very involved with this program, which has already made a significant impact on its participants. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will benefit the Brentwood Family YMCA’s Youth Development which is committed to making sure every child has the opportunity to envision and pursue a positive future and take an active role in strengthening his or her community. The event will also feature a live auction.

VIP table seating is available for $1500 per table of four (sold out) and VIP balcony seating (4 seats) is available for $1000. VIP seating includes access to the Carraba's VIP Reception offering wine, mouthwatering eats, and live music.

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General Admission tickets are $75 and $100.

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Please note: Artists and schedule subject to change.