RANDY HOUSER TO STAR IN UPCOMING FILM "THE HILL"

The Hill starring Dennis Quaid and Randy follows the inspirational true story of baseball phenomenon Rickey Hill. Played by Colin Ford, Rickey is a boy who shows extraordinary ability for baseball despite being burdened by leg braces from a degenerative spinal disease. The story follows his challenges and determination, while his father discourages him from playing to protect him from injury. In the film Randy plays the roll of Ray Clemons. 

The film is scheduled for an August 25 release in theaters. Watch the trailer below:

"LOVE, TOM" FROM LEGENDARY SINGER-SONGWRITER TOM DOUGLAS, TO PREMIERE FEB. 24 EXCLUSIVELY ON PARAMOUNT+

ALBUM INSPIRED BY THE MOTION PICTURE LOVE, TOM

TO BE RELEASED VIA MONUMENT RECORDS

First Release from Album, “Van Gogh,” Available Today

Legendary songwriter Tom Douglas is set to release Motion Picture 'LOVE, TOM' via Paramount+, along with companion album "Inspired by the Motion Picture 'Love, Tom'" via Monument Records on February 24. The 10-song project features many of Tom’s beloved co-writers and friends, including Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, Lady A, Chris Janson, and Collin Raye. Each track on the album is performed by Douglas in the film as he takes you back to the day he wrote it. The first release off Inspired by the Motion Picture Love, Tom, “Van Gogh,” arrives today. The song was written by Douglas with Allen Shamblin and produced by Andy Skib. The full album is out February 24, alongside the film

Over the course of a single night in Nashville, GRAMMY, Academy Award, and Golden Globe nominated songwriter Tom Douglas narrates a letter of hope to a desperate world in the upcoming film 'LOVE, TOM'.

A few years ago, Tom Douglas received a letter from a struggling songwriter, asking him what he did when he wanted to give up. When Douglas sat down to write him back, 'LOVE, TOM' was born. Unflinchingly honest and personal, Douglas peels back the curtain of the creative process, revealing his own past hardships and the struggle of the creative endeavor, while singing his own versions of the beloved songs he wrote, at some of Nashville’s most historic and notable locations. Through music and film, 'LOVE, TOM' ultimately reminds us that you can never give up on something that you love.

Directed by Oscar nominated and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Michael Lennox, the film was written by Tommy Douglas and Tom Douglas and will be released via Paramount+ on February 24.

Track Listing:

Van Gogh
Grown Men Don’t Cry (feat. Tim McGraw)
I Run To You (feat. Lady A)
Little Rock (feat. Collin Raye)
Recovering
House That Built Me (feat. Miranda Lambert)
Drunk Girl (feat. Chris Janson)
My Little Girl (feat. Tim McGraw)
My Father’s Reputation
To The Moon and Back

ROB MAYES RELEASES DEBUT EP, "CLOSER" - STARS IN LIFETIME'S HOLIDAY FILM, 'THE ROAD HOME FOR CHRISTMAS" PREMIERING OCTOBER 26

Country artist, Rob Mayes, has released his debut EP, Closer, which is now available through all streaming platforms and digital retailers. Mayes has had a busy year thus far, traveling between Nashville and L.A. recording new music and writing, while also acting in films that are soon to be released including “The Road Home For Christmas” and “A Soldiers Heart.” Mayes has been looking forward to releasing his debut project and says, “I wanted to share another one of my arts with the world. A friend. Another craft. A craft and art that to me, is the most important; one that’s kept me sane and offered solitude. That has provided me with strength in lonesome, sad, and doubting times. There’s something much more that can be conveyed with words and a melody, and a key, and a tempo and progression. It’s a universal language. And I hope people understand it and I hope that it might inspire. This is just the beginning.”

Closer includes seven tracks, all co-written by Mayes, that together shed light on Mayes’ influences and the canvas of his sound. When creating music, Mayes draws from an array of influences from his classical upbringing on piano to the country tracks he listened to as a kid riding shotgun in his dad’s truck. Having written countless songs ranging from pop to jazz, Mayes pulled from these influences to create an album that has a little something for everyone, complete with ballads, mid-tempos and upbeat tracks. “This album includes upbeat songs, songs of truth and feeling, songs of pain and happiness, the fun in ‘Kiss The Night,’ the flirtation of ‘Closer,’ the self-reflection of ‘Road With No Lines,’ vulnerability in ‘All It Takes,’ defiance of ‘Prospector,’ the uncertainty and tension and sadness in ‘Close My Eyes,’ the importance of faith and trusting in ‘We’ll See.’ These are the themes that I write about. They are universal. They are in me, and they are in all of us,” explains Mayes. Fans may recognize the track “All It Takes” from ABC’s “Mistresses” in which Mayes was a series regular.

In addition to Mayes’ new music, fans can also expect to see him this holiday season in the new Lifetime film, “The Road Home For Christmas,” set to premiere Oct. 26 at 8 pm ET on Lifetime. The film is part of the “It’s a Wonderful Lifetime” holiday campaign which will run from Oct. 25 to Dec. 25. Throughout this time, Lifetime is set to premiere 28 original films to celebrate the season.

Closer Album Tracklisting:

1.) “Kiss The Night” (Rob Mayes)
2.) “Closer” (Rob Mayes, Ryan Rossebo, Kevin Leach)
3.) “All It Takes” (Rob Mayes)
4.) “Road With No Lines” (Rob Mayes, J Michael Harter, Evan Williams, Kevin Leach)
5.) “Prospector” (Rob Mayes, Joey Green, Kevin Leach)
6.) “Close My Eyes” (Rob Mayes, Megan Lera)
7.) “We’ll See” (Rob Mayes, Smith Curry, Lauren Weintraub)

For more information on Rob Mayes, please visit https://www.rob-mayes.com

RANDY HOUSER’S FILM INSPIRED BY CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED ALBUM, MAGNOLIA AVAILABLE NOW

CMT to Air Country Powerhouse’s Film on Channel 

Randy Houser's film, inspired by his critically-acclaimed album, Magnolia is now available. Drawing from the heartbreak, grit and working-class rawness of his latest album and the life stories he’s collected along the way,  Houser created a film of the same name as both a visual representation his heavily-lauded work, and a narrative film thematically based on the music. Magnolia (the film) can be found on digital platforms including iTunes here —the film will also soon air on CMT.

In celebration of the release of the film, Houser hosted several VIP screenings over the past week at the Grand Ole Opry and in Los Angeles. Houser continued his adventures to New York City where he made several media stops and treated Billboard Live and Paste Live fans to incredible stripped down performances of some of Magnolia’s stand-out tracks.

“After the album was complete, we were discussing plans for music videos and I wanted to make sure to visually tell the story of each song while keeping the feel of Magnolia still intact—because it has a mood to it,” said Houser. “We created a film instead of dicing up the album into fragmented music videos so people could take in the music of the album in one sitting and digest it as one body of work, as it was intended.”

Directed by Justin Nolan Key, the film was authentically shot in Houser's home state of Mississippi, providing the perfect backdrop to highlight his rootsy melodies and swampy guitar licks. Mirroring the blue-collar sentiments of Magnolia’s lyrics, the film follows Noah, an oil pipeline/rig worker as he returns home to the Gulf Coast and must confront his past while also determining his future. In the film, Houser plays a local bartender/singer at the town dive and performs several live acoustic versions select songs off the album, including his latest single, “No Stone Unturned.” See the trailer for Magnolia here.

Houser's fingerprints can be found on every inch of the project, serving as executive producer for the film and having co-wrote every song on the album. This body of music began as a passion project and a way to recalibrate to become Houser's most authentic and gutsiest project to date. He spent nearly two years on a journey of self-exploration through music, pulling from his Mississippi roots to cultivate an organic, un-polished work of art that NPR calls “some of the most expressive performances of his career.” Despite this new season of life, Randy’s unshakable, wailing vocals (that earned him four #1 hits, a slew of award nominations and critical acclaim), remain constant.
   

Critical praise for Magnolia:

“He’s in his element, and truly going for it” –NPR

“It’s a spine-tingling performance that puts him neck and neck with Chris Stapleton.” - Rolling Stone

“It’s a showstopper that puts Houser’s career on a whole new level, a sign that his artistry is now more important than success.”

- Newsday

“Houser is known for having one of the most soulful and expressive voices in country music. He’s at his best on ‘No Good Place to Cry’” 

– USA Today

“We put out a list of our favorite country albums of 2019 (so far), and in my own personal opinion, Randy Houser’s Magnolia is the best of them. And the best song, from the best album of 2019 so far… his new single, ‘No Stone Unturned.’” 

–Whiskey Riff

“Randy Houser may have put out one of the best Country records you’ll hear from a major label all year.”

 –Saving Country Music

“An excellent entry into a sturdy catalog that finds the Mississippi native seamlessly layering rock, blues, and soul onto his vintage country foundation like a master craftsman." 

–Entertainment Weekly

“The best country songs create a visual without help from a music video or stage performance. "No Stone Unturned" is a song you can hear, feel and see in vivid color … Houser is among country music's most dynamic vocalists, capable of hushing a room with the power of — or vulnerability in — his voice.” 

–Taste of Country

“Magnolia further cements why Houser is deemed one of country music’s most esteemed vocalists.” 

– Sounds Like Nashville

“It's a stunning country vocal that feels effortless…. he's a dead-serious storyteller. When he leans into those talents as he does during ‘What Whiskey Does,’ he's without comparison.”

 - Taste of Country

 
Randy Houser, who has earned a reputation over the years for filling every nook and cranny of the room with his thick, commanding vocals, will take the music of Magnolia out on the road this fall on his headlining tour. Kicking off in October, the tour will go through the end of the year and embody the spirit of Houser’s new single, “No Stone Unturned,” which is an “addictive” (Whiskey Riff), “vocal gem” (Nash Country Daily), “galloping grove” (NPR) of a traveling song that tells the tale of  "a restless wanderer who can 'always find one hell of a time' while he’s searching for himself” (Rolling Stone).

Dates can be found below, for additional information and to buy tickets, visit www.randyhouser.com

Photo Credit:  Grand Ole Opry LLC.

(Chris Hollo, photographer)

Photo Credit: Billboard 

Photo Credit: Paste

RANDY HOUSER TO RELEASE FILM INSPIRED BY CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED ALBUM, MAGNOLIA ON AUGUST 20

Country Powerhouse Executive Producer Shares Behind the Scenes Footage 

As Pre-order Goes Live

Randy Houser officially announced his film, inspired by his critically-acclaimed album, Magnolia, will be released on August 20. Drawing from the heartbreak, grit and working-class rawness of his latest album and the life stories he’s collected along the way, Houser created a film of the same name as both a visual representation his heavily-lauded work, and a narrative film thematically based on the music. Magnolia (the film) can be found on digital platforms including Amazon and iTunes and is available for pre-order now.



Mirroring the blue-collar sentiments of Magnolia’s lyrics, the film follows Noah, an oil pipeline/rig worker as he returns home to the Gulf Coast and must confront his past while also determining his future. Directed by Justin Nolan Key, an established music video and documentary director who has worked with Taylor Swift, Maren Morris and the CMA—the film was authentically shot in Houser’s home state of Mississippi, providing the perfect backdrop to highlight his rootsy melodies and swampy guitar licks. In the film, Houser plays a local bartender/singer at the town dive and performs several live acoustic versions select songs off the album, including his latest single, “No Stone Unturned.”

“Magnolia tells my story but also tells the story of running away from something while not knowing exactly what you’re running to,” said Houser. “As I got into the groove of creating this album, the story became so vivid in my mind that I realized it had to live through more than just a body of music and become a film. That’s exactly what we created... a film about running towards your truth.”

Fans can get a behind-the-scenes look at the film in the new “Randy Houser 'Magnolia' The Making Of” video here. Houser’s fingerprints can be found on every inch of the project, serving as executive producer for the film and having co-wrote every song on the album. This body of music began as a passion project and a way to recalibrate to become Houser’s most authentic and gutsiest project to date. He spent nearly two years on a journey of self-exploration through music, pulling from his Mississippi roots to cultivate an organic, un-polished work of art that NPR calls “some of the most expressive performances of his career.” Despite this new season of life, Randy’s unshakable, wailing vocals (that earned him four #1 hits, a slew of award nominations and critical acclaim), remain constant.

“Magnolia has been my beacon of light and restored my spirit and my truth,” said Houser. “It’s also the most daring and honest piece of work I’ve made in my life.”

CRAIG MORGAN SET TO APPEAR ON UPTV'S "AFTER THE STORM"

Craig Morgan will appear in the UPtv movie “After The Storm,” airing Saturday, June 8 at 7pm ET. In the aftermath of a hurricane that has destroyed her home, and most of her hometown, a young teacher reconnects with a childhood crush to rebuild her home and her community. “After The Storm” stars Madeline Leon (Ponysitters Club), Bo Yokely (Nappily Ever After) and country music star and Army veteran Craig Morgan.

Watch the trailer HERE

Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV personality, celebrated outdoors man and patriotic Army veteran. One of country music's best-loved artists, Morgan has charted 25 songs on Billboard and thrills massive crowds with signature hits including “Bonfire,” Almost Home,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “International Harvester,” “This Ole Boy,” Wake Up Loving You” and the four week #1, “That's What I Love About Sunday.”

Craig received one of country music's highest honors when he was inducted as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2008. Prior to becoming a country music star and TV sensation, Morgan spent seventeen years serving our country in the Army and Army Reserves. Morgan remains an avid supporter of America's military personnel and has made 15 overseas trips to perform for our troops. He is a recipient of the 2006 USO Merit Award and in 2018 was awarded the Army’s Outstanding Civilian Service Medal, one of the highest awards the Department of the Army can bestow upon a civilian, in recognition of his significant dedication to our military men and women around the world.

In 2017 Craig debuted The Gallery at Morgan Farms, a family-owned and operated farm-to-home business in his hometown of Dickson, TN. The store features a variety of artisan items handmade by Craig and his family and shoppers can also order his custom blended Old Tattoo Cabernet Sauvignon, in partnership with Lot18.com.

Engage with Craig on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and see a list of upcoming tour dates at craigmorgan.com.

TRAVIS TRITT TO APPEAR IN NEW FEATURE FILM, 'FOREVER MY GIRL'

Travis Tritt Among This Week’s Billboard Top Grossing Hot Tours

View the Official Trailer Here

Multi-award winning artist and country music hit-maker Travis Tritt will appear on the big screen in the feature film, Forever My Girl, in theaters today, Friday, January 19th. Tritt plays the role of a bartender and is featured in the movie performing “Slowing Down;” an original song written by Paul Overstreet.

Forever My Girl tells the story of Country music super-star Liam Page (Alex Roe) who left his bride, Josie (Jessica Rothe), at the altar choosing fame and fortune instead. However, Liam never got over Josie, his one true love, nor did he ever forget his Southern roots in the small community where he was born and raised. When he unexpectedly returns to his hometown for the funeral of his high school best friend, Liam is suddenly faced with the consequences of all that he left behind.

The southern-rock influenced artist also made this week’s Billboard top-grossing Hot Tours.  He joins an impressive list of performers, including Coldplay, Billy Joel, The Killers, and more.  For a list of dates and markets in which Travis Tritt is set to perform, visit www.TravisTritt.com/tour.

Forever My Girl is a film about big dreams, true love and second chances. This drama, directed by Bethany Ashton Wolf, is based upon the novel by Heidi McLaughlin. Distributed by Roadside Attractions the film was produced by Mickey Liddell, Pete Shilaimon and Jennifer Monroe. Forever My Girl is starring Alex Roe, Jessica Rothe, Abby Ryder Fortson, Travis Tritt, Judith Hoag and Benjamin Hickey. For more information on the film visit www.forevermygirlthemovie.com. 

WARNER BROS.HOME ENTERTAINMENT AND WWE® STUDIOS TEAM UP WITH STAGECOACH COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE OF PURE COUNTRY: PURE HEART

Get ready for more fun than you have ever had, as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment brings together movies and music with the world premiere of Pure Country: Pure Heart at Stagecoach Country Music Festival from April 28-30, 2017. Pure Country: Pure Heart is the newest installment of the adored Pure Country franchise and stars Willie Nelson (as himself), Broadway sensation and singer/songwriter Laura Bell Bundy (Broadway’s Legally Blonde, Hairspray), Kaitlyn Bausch (One Life To Live), Cozi Zuehlsdorff (Dolphin Tale, Dolphin Tale 2), Amanda Detmer (Final Destination), WWE Legend Shawn Michaels, Dara Sisterhen (Dog with a Blog, Switched At Birth), Mathew Barnes (Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk), Myra Turley (Flags of Our Fathers), famed singer-songwriter Ivan Neville, and Ronny Cox (Deliverance, Total Recall, Robocop).

Are you ready for PURE FUN? Once the terrace doors open, grab your boots and a buddy and head over to the Half-Pint Hootenanny where you will find the Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Pure Country: Pure Heart PhotoBooth. At the booth you can capture the memories with all of your friends, snag fun free giveaways, and have an opportunity to pre-order the DVD and Blu-ray Combo™ before anyone else!

Beat the heat, and be the first to see the movie with our open screening on Friday, April 28 at 10:30 AM, in the air-conditioned HonkyTonk Dance Hall. A second screening will be held there, as well, on Sunday, April 30 at 10:30 AM - along with a meet and greet with Laura Bell Bundy and Amanda Detmer. The only way into this intimate celebrity screening is to win tickets on the grounds from Go Country 105.1 and at specially marked locations around the festival. All seating for screenings is first come, first serve.

Pure Country: Pure Heart boasts 23 songs, including 16 new songs making their debut in the film. Don't miss the personal concert from Kaitlyn Bausch and Cozi Zuehlsdorff, as they perform songs from the movie on the Half-Pint Stage on Saturday, April 29 at 3:00pm.

Pure Country: Pure Heart is the moving, music-driven tale of teenage sisters Ada and Piper who, upon discovering a letter about their late father, a Marine who died in Iraq, leave rural Tennessee and hit the road secretly in search of the truth about the man they never knew. As they uncover his past as a budding country music star, the sisters find their own voice, beginning their journey as singers/songwriters.

The release of Pure Country: Pure Heart will include the all-new original movie, as well as exciting enhanced content featuring a music video with Willie Nelson, interviews with the cast, behind-the-scenes featurettes and more. Pure Country: Pure Heart will be available on August 1, 2017 on DVD, Blu-ray Combo and Digital HD.

Tracy Lawrence Wraps Filming “L.A. Dirt” In Alabama

Country Music Superstar Spends Week Filming Supporting Role For Movie

Tracy Lawrence on the set of L.A. Dirt with fellow cast members Madeline Thelton, and Michael Roark.
(L-R): Tracy Lawrence, Madeline Thelton, and Michael Roark
Photo: Alex Torrez

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – June 19, 2012 – Tracy Lawrence just spent a week on the set of L.A. Dirtin Mobile, Alabama for his acting debut in the upcoming feature film. Lawrence on the heels of an exciting week during CMA Fest in Nashville began filming on June 9.

L.A. Dirt is a story about a young man’s dream to become a champion dirt track racer. Lawrence plays the supporting role of the uncle to Ty Hargrove (Michael Roark, Dolphin Tale), the eighteen year-old aspiring racer. The film combines the action of Days of Thunder, the romance of Urban Cowboy, and the feel-good of Rocky into a PG family feature.

L.A. Dirt plans to wrap principal photography on June 30, 2012.

About LA DIRT - The Movie

This is the story of eighteen year-old Ty Hargrove. Ty wants to be a champion dirt track racer, but that takes money and support, two things he’s short on. Snake Turner is the rich boy local champion who has it all. Complications arise when Ty threatens to take away both Snake’s title and his girl.

L.A. Dirt combines the action of Days of Thunder, the romance of Urban Cowboy, and the feel-good of Rocky into a PG family feature. You’ll laugh, cry, grip your seat during the races, and cheer at the finish line.

Summary
Ty Hargrove is an eighteen year-old country boy living with his impoverished, alcoholic father at the edge of a clay pit in Bay Minette, Alabama. In spite of his disadvantages Ty is bull-headed to succeed and make something of himself. During the week he’s a manager at his uncle’s telephone pole plant. On the weekend he pursues his passion, racing on the dirt track. Ty and his sidekick, Lurvy Wilson, have spent countless hours building their race car in the evenings. With the financial support of Uncle Charlie, their dream is to beat the local champion, Snake Turner, and go all the way to the state championship.
When Snake’s girlfriend falls for Ty, things get heated. Then Ty’s uncle dies suddenly, leaving him without a sponsor and a father figure in his life. Now, with the whole town finally believing in him, Ty finds it hard to believe in himself.