DARRYL WORLEY ANNOUNCES NEW PODCAST FEATURING CELEBRITY PALS & CELEBRATED HEROES

Season One Set to Launch on August 27

Photo ID: Darryl Worley (L) with co-host Travis McLeese (R)

Platinum-selling artist Darryl Worley is adding a new chapter to his storied career. He’ll soon be launching a bi-weekly podcast, "Sounds Like Life" with Darryl Worley, with co-host Travis McLeese. It’s set to debut on Tuesday, August 27. Worley and McLeese will go behind-the-scenes with some of the most captivating personalities in entertainment, along with championing some of our nation’s most notable heroes.

Guests for the hour-long episodes will include celebrated singers Rhonda Vincent, T. Graham Brown and RaeLynn. There’ll also be a 9-11 special. Hitting the road to share in-depth and inspiring stories with fans is an aspect that’s truly meaningful to Worley personally and professionally.

“For me, the podcast is a way to bring all of my stories and experiences to life. It will also reinforce the messages in my music by allowing us to talk through so many different creative moments down through the years,” explains the country singer. “Most of all, it's another great opportunity to make someone laugh and to get closer to the fan base that has made my life an amazing vacation.”

McLeese adds that making the podcast a reality is a goal that was worth the wait. “Bluespire Media was established specifically for projects that bring unique visions to life. Having known Darryl for a few years, I can attest to his unparalleled generosity, authenticity, and work ethic. Our goal with this podcast is to bring those compelling stories to life, much like Darryl’s songs have done.”

The series will be available on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, YouTube and other podcast platforms.

For more information on Darryl Worley and the latest tour updates, visit darrylworley.com.

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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DARRYL WORLEY & FRIENDS: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, BRAND-NEW DINNER SHOW SERIES, COMING TO GAYLORD OPRYLAND’S 40th ANNUAL A COUNTRY CHRISTMAS

Country Hitmaker to Perform Over 30 Live Dinner Shows During Holiday Event at Nashville Resort, With Special Guests Lorrie Morgan, The Isaacs, Deana Carter, Billy Dean, Andy Griggs, and Billy Gilman on Select Dates

Tickets On-Sale Now at ChristmasAtGaylordOpryland.com

This holiday season, country music hitmaker Darryl Worley will headline a brand-new, multi-week dinner show residency as part of Gaylord Opryland’s 40th annual A Country Christmas. Known for major hits like “Have You Forgotten?,” “I Miss My Friend,” “Tennessee River Run," and “Awful, Beautiful Life," Worley will perform holiday classics and many of his career chart-toppers. Additionally, he’s invited several friends to help ring in the season.

The dinner show, titled Darryl Worley & Friends: Home For The Holidays, will feature special guests Lorrie Morgan, The Isaacs, Deana Carter, Billy Dean, Andy Griggs, and Billy Gilman, performing with Worley on select dates.

"Christmas has always been a special time for my family,” explains Worley. "Growing up, we never had a lot of excessive things, but my parents made sure Christmas was not just about the presents but about the experience and meaning of the season. I am so grateful to Gaylord Opryland for giving me a chance to share that Christmas spirit with all the people who visit Nashville during the holidays!"

Gaylord Opryland's A Country Christmas kicks off on November 10 with Worley’s debut dinner show beginning on November 23. He will headline 33 live dinner shows through Christmas Day. Held in the iconic 2,888-room hotel's Tennessee Ballroom, guests will enjoy a delicious holiday meal prepared by the resort’s talented culinary team followed by Worley and Friends’ performances.

"Headlining a brand-new dinner show as part of the resort’s 40th annual A Country Christmas is an honor beyond words,” Worley continues. "Please come visit Gaylord Opryland for the holidays to see me, along with some very talented friends, as we share the music, memories, love, and joy of the holiday season!"

Tickets are on-sale now. For ticket reservations, overnight room offers, dinner show dates and times, and a schedule of special guest performers, visit christmasatgaylordopryland.com.

DARRYL WORLEY DELIVERS REIMAGINED VERSION OF BIGGEST HIT FOR 20TH ANNIVERSARY

“Have We Forgotten” Gives Fresh Modern-Day Perspective 

on Song’s Original Themes

PLATINUM-selling singer/songwriter Darryl Worley recognizes the power of a song. It’s been two decades since his biggest hit “Have You Forgotten?” took Country Music and the nation by storm. Penned alongside Wynn Varble, the pair poured their hearts into lyric and created a post-9/11 anthem ensuring people would never forget those lost. Its message quickly resonated with millions, topping Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart in only its fifth week – marking the fastest rise to the top in more than five years – and reigned for seven weeks. Now, 20 years later, Worley revisited his career-defining song with a fresh modern-day perspective on its original themes for a reimagined version titled “Have We Forgotten,” available now via The Valory Music Co.

“One of the first times we played ‘Have You Forgotten?’ live back then was on the Grand Ole Opry. The incredible response we received from that performance is how it all started,” recalled Worley. “We recently decided to sit down and write a new lyric for the song that’s appropriate for this day and time with what’s happening in our country today. For the new version ‘Have We Forgotten,’ we wanted to be certain we said what we were truly feeling in our hearts and didn’t compromise what we believe in, which is exactly how it went down with the original. I’m very proud of the message of the song.”

Worley recently debuted “Have We Forgotten” on the same stage he did the original version 20 years ago – in the hallowed circle at the Grand Ole Opry. Featuring all new lyrics from Worley and Varble, alongside co-writer Noah Gordan, the trio now wonders during the chorus:

"Have we forgotten 

Who we really are 

All the storms we’ve had to weather 

And how we ever got this far

Have we forgotten 

How it used to be 

When we could still sit down together and agree to disagree"

The new release finds Worley reuniting with trailblazing label executives Scott Borchetta, Allison Jones, George Briner and Jimmy Harnen who were pivotal players at DreamWorks – now all at Big Machine Label Group – when the original version launched in 2003.

“Scott, Allison, George and Jimmy were on my team at DreamWorks when ‘Have You Forgotten?’ hit number one and were instrumental in my early successes as an artist,” Worley adds. “It’s an unbelievable honor and beyond humbling to have the opportunity to release a new version of that career song with these same people. Second chances are hard to come by and I don’t take this moment to work with this special group of people lightly! I know Scott’s work ethic, passion, drive and heart so I can’t think of anything more perfect than to be reunited with him and this dream team for ‘Have We Forgotten.’”

“It is so great to be reunited with Darryl twenty years on from the impact of “Have You Forgotten?” and remind everyone about its moment in history,” said Borchetta, Chairman & CEO of BMLG. “Now, he’s reimagined this classic with a timely and relevant read posing a question that all Americans are asking themselves – ‘how did we get here?’” Borchetta continues, “America experienced this extraordinary moment with 9/11 that brought us all together and now, here we are twenty years later, and our political parties can’t agree on what day it is. Hopefully, this will be a positive step forward in reminding us all that, as Americans, we’re at our best when we’re taking care of each other.”

Pictured (L-R): 

Back Row 

BMLG Records’ Jimmy Harnen

The Valory Music Co.’s Ashley Sidoti

Big Machine Label Group’s Allison Jones

The Valory Music Co.’s Chris Palmer

Front Row

The Valory Music Co.’s George Briner

Big Machine Label Group’s Scott Borchetta

Darryl Worley

Photo Credit: Nick Rau

#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

HELPING A HERO: COUNTRY STARS STEP UP FOR THOSE WHO STEPPED UP FOR US

Last night, I watched a telethon. I haven't watched a telethon in years and when I say years, I mean "Jerry Lewis Easter Seals" years. I was told by a publicist about the "Helping A Hero" telethon that was being televised on RFD-TV on December 27 and hosted by Lee Greenwood and Paula Deen. When I saw where this money was going and who was stepping in to be a part of this salute, I knew I would tuned in. I am so glad I did. It opened my eyes to a much larger picture than the one I'd been paying attention to.

"Helping a Hero" is a non-profit organization that provides specially adapted homes for severely wounded Global War on Terror veterans. Honestly, I have never really considered the challenges these heroes face living in their own homes after being injured. I think most of us tend to think they'll have medical home care, but we rarely probably think of what they need just to function and get around at home. Lee Greenwood mentioned a particular case of someone being burned needing a special kind of heating and air system because they no longer have sweat glands. I've never thought of that and when he said that, I wondered how many other things I had been blind to without these kinds of organizations. It can range from something such as an entire home remodel with wheelchair ramps, lowered drawers, cabinets and countertops, roll under access, carpet free floors, roll in showers, therapy tubs and automated doors to something as simple as a special kind of doorbell. Their needs are something we take for granted every day.  It's a sad thing to think how many of these wonderful people who gave everything are now in situations where they are unable to live a life as close to normal as possible or even worse, they are homeless on the streets. That's not acceptable. 

Last night again proved to me why I choose to support the country music genre, because these people are always at the ready to do what is necessary to help when they're called. I sat and thought about it and can't think of another genre that answers the call as regularly and genuinely as country music does. From flood relief, to hurricane relief, to St. Judes Children's Hospital, to our military ... the list continuously rolls on. It makes me proud to stand with a genre who stands for something other than just ticket sales and chart numbers. 

The performers on this show were all familiar faces when it comes to giving back and they're never ones to turn down the chance to help someone in need. Last night was no different, they stepped up and participated as a family in one of the best nights of music I've heard in a long time. The performances were filmed at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL in October as part of the All Star Salute to Lee Greenwood for his years of contribution to not only country music but to those who stand up for America. 

Below are the performances shown on last night's telethon:

Lee Greenwood  - Lee opened the show with an emotional rendition of "God Bless the USA". What can you say about this man and this song? You can't think Lee Greenwood and not immediately think gratitude. I could type all day and still not say the words that need to be said so I'll just go with with 2 small words with huge meaning, thank you.

The Frontmen - How can you go wrong with 3 of the most iconic voices of 90's country? You can't. I love that Tim Rushlow (Little Texas), Richie McDonald (Lonestar) and Larry Stewart (Restless Heart) decided to come together as a group and keep the good music going. They sang a medley of "Why Does It Have to Be Wrong or Right", I'm Already There" and "God Blessed Texas" ... well, God definitely blessed the Frontmen.

The Oak Ridge Boys performed their MEGA hit "Elvira" ... it's a proven fact that everyone needs some oom papa mow mow in their lives. This was my favorite when I got the "Fancy Free" album for Christmas in 1981 and it's my favorite now. I will oom papa mow mow at stoplights, in the grocery store, wherever this song comes on. These four men are four of the biggest, most giving hearts in the music industry. They are not just legends, they are treasures.

The Gatlin Brothers performed one of my favorites, well probably everybody's favorite, "All the Gold in California" and I think I smiled the entire time I was singing along very off key. I sang it in my dang head all night. I love these dudes! Those voices are still just as good as the first time I heard them. 

Darryl Worley performed his emotional remembrance of September 11, "Have You Forgotten" and made me cry, dang it. What a great performance straight from the heart by just a man and his guitar. Darryl is always one of the first to lend his heart to anything involving giving back to those who gave it all.

Crystal Gayle hit me in the gut with "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue". This was one of my daddy's favorite songs when I was growing up and we'd sing it in the car. It was like being back in that red Pontiac Grandville all over again.

Debby Boone took me back to the best time of my life with her hit "You Light Up My Life." I was growing up in the 70's and would sit by my record player, singing this song and then picking up the needle and putting it back down to start over again ... over and over. I still listen to this song regularly now. It always takes me to a good place.

John Conlee performed "They Also Serve", one I'd never heard before and it really left a mark. I immediately added it to my music collection. I admit, I was somewhat misty.

Home Free - I have been a fan of this group since they were on  "The Sing Off". These guys floor me every time they open their mouths whether it be together or individually. They performed their acapella version of "My Country Tis of Thee" and it was phenomenal. Again, there was a bit of eye mist.

And to close the show, there was a special finale jam of "Soul Man" by the original jam master himself, Sam Moore, and the amazing T. Graham Brown with special guests Janie Fricke, Michael Ray, Lee Brice, Tim Rushlow and Darryl Worley. It just capped off the perfect night of freedom and music.

Thank you to RFD-TV, the Cowboy Channel and OAN for airing this telethon and thank you to all who came together to make it happen. Please consider donating to this wonderful cause. They deserve our respect, love and assistance. Go to https://helpingahero.org for information on how you can help or donate.

In case you missed the airing of the telethon, you can still watch it here.

DARRYL WORLEY TO APPEAR ON FOX & FRIENDS, THE BOBBY BONES SHOW, CMT, THE OPRY'S CIRCLE TV AND MORE IN REMEMBRANCE OF 9/11

Country Hitmaker to Discuss No. 1 Hit "Have You Forgotten?"

Twenty Years After September 11, 2001

"It's funny how it has changed the course of my life,"

Worley Tells People.com

Additional Upcoming Media Appearances Include

Rolling Stone Country and FoxNews.com

Twenty years after 9/11, country music hitmaker Darryl Worley's "Have You Forgotten?" continues to resonate with fans across the nation. This week, Worley will visit with various media outlets to talk about the No. 1 hit song and why he believes it still appeals to so many today.

Upcoming appearances include Fox & Friends, The Bobby Bones Show, CMT, the Opry's Circle TV, Rolling Stone Country and FoxNews.com.

Two years after the events of 9/11, "Have You Forgotten?" changed the entire trajectory of Worley's future. Upon its release, the song shot to the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and held its position for seven weeks.

Worley and songwriter Wynn Varble penned the tune in about 90 minutes.

"I knew immediately that this was no accident," Worley tells People.com. "This song was ordained. It's funny how it has changed the course of my life." Read the full story here.

To honor the Unites States military and our nation's veterans, Worley will drop two new songs tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 10: "She's Everything to Me," a song about the importance of America, as well as a newly-recorded acoustic version of "Have You Forgotten?" Both songs will be available for listening on all streaming/music download platforms.

Tune-in Schedule:

Fox & Friends (Fox News Channel)

Friday, Sept. 10 at 8:50 a.m. / ET

The Bobby Bones Show

Friday, Sept. 10 at 7:20 a.m. / ET

CMT Hot 20 Countdown

Saturday, Sept. 11 at 9 a.m. / ET

*Re-airs Sunday, Sept. 12 at 9 a.m. / ET

Circle TV: “Songs from September: The Music That Healed A Nation” 

Saturday, Sept 11 at 6 p.m. / ET

For more information on Darryl Worley, visit darrylworley.com.

DARRYL WORLEY RELEASES COUNTRY CHRISTMAS TO INSPIRE YOUR HOLIDAY PLAYLIST

Darryl Worley is spreading the meaning of the season with the release of Country Christmas. The seven-track album features a blend of holiday classics sprinkled with yuletide originals and was produced by renowned songwriter/musician Jim "Moose" Brown. The project was originally released in 2012 and, due to demand, has been reissued digitally. It's wrapped with Worley's rich vocals and also includes "No Vacancy," a reading of the Christmas Story, meant to inspire the young and young at heart.

The acclaimed singer/songwriter said the album helped bring the hustle and bustle of the holiday season into clear focus. "I never dreamed that making Christmas music would be this much fun," says Worley. "This project has forced me to slow down and think about the real meaning of Christmas. Reading the Christmas Story was a very surreal occasion. It was as if no one was there and it was just God and I spending time together."

Worley hopes fans will be inspired by the album and take time to reflect on what means the most. "I couldn't stop thinking of my beautiful wife and daughter during the recording sessions. It's that time of year when you realize how wonderful the people are around you and how much you love them," Worley explains. "I wanted the album's soul to match what we all enjoy about Christmas. I'm very proud of this project and excited for my fans to hear it!"

"Just Around the Corner," one of the original songs for the holiday collection, was written by Worley and award-winning songwriters Jerry Salley and Steve Leslie. The single is featured on the Spotify New Music Holiday playlist and has generated more than 125,000 streams. 

Purchase or stream the album here.

(Country Christmas available via Bob Frank's BFD through The Orchard)

Country Christmas Track Listing

1.  Just Around the Corner

2.  The Christmas Song

3.  Jingle Bells

4.  O' Come All Ye Faithful

5.  Let It Snow

6.  Silent Night

7.  No Vacancy

For more information on Darryl Worley, visit darrylworley.com.

#NOWPLAYING - SONGS YOU SHOULD BE LISTENING TO ... FRIDAY, APRIL 5

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! One more thing, if you purchase and download a song, please be sure to leave a review. These help the artists and their teams more than you realize. If you like the song, let them know why you love it. If not, be constructive and honest (not mean) about why you don't like it so much.

Darryl Worley

"Working on a Love Song"

Bobby Wills

"Raise the Bar"

Ingrid Andress

"More Hearts Than Mine"

Reba McEntire

"Tammy Wynette Kind of Pain"

Adam Craig

"If You're Lucky"

Midland

"Mr. Lonely"

Cash Creek

"My One and Only Weakness"

THE STATE OF TENNESSEE TO HONOR DARRYL WORLEY WITH JOINT RESOLUTION

Country Hitmaker to Be Recognized for Years of Charitable Works

Darryl Worley will be honored by the State of Tennessee next week.  On Thursday, April 20 at 9:00 a.m. CT the House of Representatives of the One Hundred Tenth General Assembly of the State of Tennessee, and the Senate, will present Worley with a joint resolution, honoring him for his years of charitable contributions.  State Representative David Byrd will recognize Worley on the House Floor of the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville.

"I take a lot of pride in being from the great state of Tennessee," says Worley.  "I hope to always be remembered as a real Volunteer.  I am truly overjoyed and humbled by this gesture. It is such a huge honor to be recognized and thank you all from the bottom of my heart."

The resolution praises Worley for his "meritorious service to the citizens of the State of Tennessee."  It goes on to list his vast amount of charitable works: The Darryl Worley Foundation, The Leader In Me program, the Tennessee River Run, and his patriotism and support to those serving in the United States Armed Forces.

"Darryl Worley's every endeavor is imbued with empathy and intended to help those in need, and it is fitting that he be honored," states the resolution.

Following the recognition, Worley will perform his #1 hit, "Have You Forgotten," on the House Floor.

For more information on Darryl Worley, visit darrylworley.com

DARRYL WORLEY TO PERFORM AT THE GREAT AMERICAN INAUGURAL BALL

Event Honoring America's Military and Their Charities Takes Place at the MGM Harbor Hotel in Washington D.C. on Friday, January 20

Darryl Worley is set to perform in Washington D.C. on Inauguration Day, January 20. Worley has been announced as one of the featured performers at the Great American Inaugural Ball held at the MGM National Harbor Hotel. The black-tie event honoring America's military and their charities begins at 9:00 PM.

"Once again the incredible men and women of the US military bless my life in a very special way," says Worley. "Without their inspiration, I would've never written and recorded 'Have You Forgotten,' my biggest hit to date. Without that song I wouldn't be playing the Great American Inaugural Ball. Enough said and thanks to you all for what you do to keep us safe and free."

The Great American Inaugural Ball is a see-and-be-seen kind of event and gives visitors to our nation's capital and locals alike a unique opportunity to be a part of an event that only happens once every four years. Attendees at the all-inclusive gala at the mid-Atlantic's most exciting new location the MGM National Harbor can choose from three ticket options to suit all desires and budgets.

For ticket information, visit www.greatamericanball.com.

EVENT (MEMPHIS, TN): TUESDAY, JUNE 25 - DARRYL WORLEY'S HITMAKERS AND HARLEYS - DARRYL WORLEY, JIMMY WAYNE, ANTHONY SMITH AND MORE

EVENT (NASHVILLE, TN): MAY 15 - Q IT UP LIVE FEATURING DARRYL WORLEY, DANIELLE PECK, SARAH DARLING, MO PITNEY AND FRIENDS OF LOLA

Q-it Up Live!

 

When: May 15th

 

What Time:  7:00PM

Where: Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Nashville - Second Floor

Who: Darryl Worley, Danielle Peck, Sarah Darling, Mo Pitney, Friends of Lola

 

How Much: $10.00 - $35.00 - CLICK HERE FOR TO PURCHASE TICKETS

Why: Raffle & Silent Auction benefits Songs for Sound and American Red Cross

 

MONTGOMERY GENTRY TO HOST 5th ANNUAL COUNTRY ON THE BEACH WITH DARRYL WORLEY, RAY SCOTT, DAVID ADAM BYRNES AND MORE

JANUARY 15, 2013 NASHVILLE, TN – The T.J. Martell Foundation is pleased to announce that award-winning country music duo Montgomery Gentry will return as Celebrity Hosts of the 5th annual Country on the Beach event October 5-8, 2013!  Country on the Beach 5 will feature 3 days and 4 nights of private concerts, parties, and beach activities at the beautiful Reach Resort (Waldorf-Astoria Collection) in Key West, FL.  

Montgomery Gentry will be joined this year by country music artist Darryl Worley, singer/songwriter Ray Scott, David Adam Byrnes, and more to be announced!

This is the third year Montgomery Gentry has hosted Country on the Beach, which has raised over $155,000 to date for leukemia, cancer, and AIDS research through the T.J. Martell Foundation!    GAC’s Headline Country Host, Storme Warren, will serve as Celebrity Emcee.  In addition to the private shows and beach activities, plans are underway for special sailing excursions and a fishing tournament on Key West waters, with proceeds to benefit ground-breaking cancer research throughout the country funded by T.J. Martell Foundation.

Room package sales are underway through Travelin’ Inc., with first come, first serve availability.  Contact Nancy Jeffares at travelininc.com or #1.888.473.8856 to reserve your space with the stars in Key West! 

VIDEO PREMIERE: "YOU STILL GOT IT" - DARRYL WORLEY

Darryl Worley is back with his feel good video "You Still Got It," premiering yesterday, 4/3, across CMT Networks including CMT Pure, CMT.com, CMT Mobile and the CMT Insider App for iPad and iPhone.

The video, directed by TK McKamy, supports the single that is currently #56 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs.

"You Still Got It" is the first single from Darryl's upcoming Tenacity Records release One Time Around due in June.

Get ready for an infectious chorus and Darryl's soulful delivery!

Visit Darryl online at: http://darrylworley.com

TIM MCGRAW, ZAC BROWN BAND AND KID ROCK POISED TO SET THE SOUTH ON FIRE AT BAMAJAM 2012

Festival Spokesman Darryl Worley to Host and Kick-off Festival

Tickets Go on Sale Friday, March 2, 2012 

  

Enterprise, AL – Event organizers announced today that Tim McGraw, Zac Brown Band and Kid Rock will headline BamaJam 2012, a three-day entertainment music festival to be held in Enterprise, Ala., June 14-16. Fans of all music genres will experience non-stop entertainment by today’s most popular acts from dual headline stages set at BamaJam Farms, a 1600-acre farm which includes such amenities as ATV trails, camping/RV sites and even a waterpark. Country star and BamaJam 2012 spokesman Darryl Worley will perform and host the opening night of what promises to be one of the grandest outdoor entertainment extravaganzas. Tickets will go on sale Friday, March 2, 2012, and will feature a special three-day $99.00 price, available for a very limited time only. For more information or to purchase tickets as they become available, please visit www.bamajam2012.com.

Country superstar and actor Tim McGraw will close out the first day ofBamaJam 2012 on June 14. McGraw’s most recent studio album,Emotional Traffic, was released on January 24 and debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. The first single, “Felt Good on My Lips,” hit #1 and remained there for three consecutive weeks. His recent single, “Better than I Used to Be,” is currently at #20 on theBillboard Country chart and climbing. McGraw’s accolades include threeGRAMMY© awards, 14 Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM), 11 Country Music Association Awards (CMA) and three People’s Choice Awards. He has starred in such blockbuster movies as “Blind Side,” “Country Strong” and “Friday Night Lights.”

The Atlanta-based, award-winning group Zac Brown Band will take the stage to headline Friday’s BamaJam2012 performances. Exploding onto the country music scene in 2008 with the release of their double-platinum project The Foundation, Zac Brown Band has since become one of the most-sought-after groups on the touring market. The CD was the first major-label debut album in 18 years to spawn five #1 singles including “Chicken Fried” and “Free.” The band recently earned four GRAMMY© nominations including "Best Country Album" for their sophomore release, You Get What You Give, and five CMA award nominations including "Entertainer of the Year." Previous awards include the 2010 GRAMMY© award for "Best New Artist," 2010 CMA award for "New Artist of the Year," 2009 ACM win for "Top New Vocal Group" and the 2009 "USA Weekend Breakthrough Video of the Year" award from CMT for their video "Chicken Fried."

Kid Rock, the adopted “Son of the South,” is set to close out the final day of performances at BamaJam 2012. Racking up sales of almost 25 million units from eight studio albums since 1998, Rock is one of the biggest concert draws in the touring industry. Released in 2007, Rock ‘N Roll Jesus was the biggest-selling rock album of 2008 and not only debuted at #1 but stayed on the charts for 100 weeks. In November 2010, Atlantic Records released the platinum-selling Born Free, which was inspired by events taking place in Rock’s hometown of Detroit, Mich. A five-time GRAMMY© nominee, Kid Rock has received numerous awards including American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards,CMT Music Awards (which he also hosted in 2010 and 2011) andPeople’s Choice Awards, among others.

“I’m looking forward to coming to ‘Sweet Home’ and playing with my friends, Zac Brown Band and Tim McGraw,” said Rock. “Turn it up! We’re gonna’ set this place on fire!!”

Darryl Worley will perform and host the opening night of BamaJam 2012. Worley has hit the country charts more than 20 times over the past decade. His chart-toppers include “I Miss My Friend,” “Awful, Beautiful Life” and the iconic “Have You Forgotten.” Darryl’s latest album, One Time Around, will be released in June 2012, and the first single, “You Still Got It,” will begin hitting radio March 19, 2012.

BamaJam 2012 Executive Producer, Rendy Lovelady preparing for the festival says, “This is going to be the biggest festival ever! BamaJam 2012 is expected to bring in fans to the Enterprise, Ala., community from almost every state across the nation and deliver them an uncompromised musical experience.” BamaJam 2012is a production of Bama Jam Entertainment, LLC.

For more information about BamaJam 2012 artists, tickets, camping, directions, parking and vendors, please visit www.bamajam2012.com.

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JOHN RICH & THE ROYS SET TO PERFORM DURING FALL FESTIVAL AT BAMAJAM FARMS

Darryl Worley & Mercy Me Also Set to Perform at Inaugural Event
Taking Place on October 29th
 

Enterprise, Al. (October 3, 2011) – Country music star and 2011 Celebrity Apprentice winner JOHN RICH along with 2-time ICM Duo of the Year winners THE ROYS have been added to perform at the 2011 inaugural Fall Festival at BamaJam Farms taking place on October 29th.  The family-focused entertainment event will also feature musical performances by Darryl Worley, Mercy Me, and Enterprise locals The Springs, hay rides, hay maze, along with many other fun activities to include a helicopter fly-over treasure drop for kids 7 and under.

BamaJam Farms currently has RV hook-ups, a 9-hole golf course, as well as its first series of ATV trails that will open that same weekend. There will be major expansions in several areas of the outdoor adventure venue which will include a water park, among other family-friendly areas.

Tickets for Fall Festival at BamaJam Farms will be $25 in advance or $30 at the gate. Military tickets are $15. Children 7 and under get in free. For more ticket info contact Scotty Cox at 334-797-5360 or visit www.bamajamfarms.com

Stay tuned for much more info and exciting news to come from "BamaJam Farms: Where God and Country Coincide" to include, but not limited to, BamaJam 2012!

About John Rich:
Renowned artist, producer and songwriter John Rich is the reigning champion of NBC television show “The Celebrity Apprentice” and is also one-half of the multi-platinum duo Big & Rich. He has garnered multiple GRAMMY, ACM, CMA and CMT Music Award nominations and is a three-time ASCAP Songwriter of the Year recipient with 13 top ten hits including Faith Hill’s “Mississippi Girl,” Faith and Tim McGraw’s “Like We Never Loved At All,” Gretchen Wilson’s “Redneck Woman” and Jason Aldean’s “Hicktown.” Rich’s publishing company, Godfather Rich Muzik, recently received their first No. 1 award for publishing Jason Aldean’s hit “Don’t You Wanna Stay” feat. Kelly Clarkson. Rich’s first solo release, Son Of A Preacher Man, featured the hit single “Shuttin’ Detroit Down,” which was his first solo hit to land in the Top 15 on the Country Singles Chart. Rich is the only country music artist who has garnered a Top 15 single as a part of a group, duo and solo artist.

About The Roys:
Lee & Elaine Roy come from a unique musical family and are known for their superb sibling harmonies, "rootsy" sound and compelling original songs. The Massachusetts natives were "raised right" on country and bluegrass in New Brunswick, Canada.  They are the reigning two-time Inspirational Country Music Duo of the Year with three ICM nominations for the upcoming 2011 awards show.  Their latest album LONESOME WHISTLE (Rural Rhythm Records) debuted at #7 on BILLBOARD's Bluegrass Albums Chart.   www.theroysonline.com 

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