RODNEY ATKINS, SCOTTY MCCREERY, SARA EVANS AND MORE GO "LIVE IN THE VINEYARD" APRIL 23-25

 

Live In The Vineyard Goes Country (LITVGC), in partnership with Visit Napa Valley®, is thrilled to unveil the latest additions to its stellar lineup of artists who will grace the stages across the picturesque Napa Valley, California.

Joining the lineup are Callista Clark, DINER, Rose Falcon, Remy Garrison, justbrandon, Jet Jurgensmeyer, Chloe Kat, Brett Kissel, Kylie Morgan, Owen Riegling, Josh Ross, Ashley Ryan, Brittney Spencer, and Callie Twisselman.

These latest additions join an already stellar lineup that includes Scotty McCreery, Rodney Atkins, Sara Evans, Drew Baldridge, Laura Bryna, Anderson Daniels, Wesley Dean, The Dryes, ERNEST, Larry Fleet, Elliot Greer, Kelsey Hart, Scotty Hasting, Levi Hummon, LOCASH, Brooke Moriber, MacKenzie Porter, Charly Reynolds, Lily Rose, Runaway June, and Hailey Whitters.

As previously announced, Big Loud Records will host the VIP Tailgate Takeover, featuring performances by artists off their dynamic roster, including ERNEST, Larry Fleet, Hailey Whitters, MacKenzie Porter, and Lily Rose. The VIP Tailgate Takeover with Big Loud represents a highlight feature of LITVGC, offering attendees a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse themselves in live performances set against the breathtaking vistas of Napa Valley's vineyards.

Scheduled to take place from April 23rd to April 25th, 2024, this eagerly anticipated event promises unforgettable moments of music, wine, and community.

Each year, Live In The Vineyard elevates the attendee experience by hosting main events across Napa Valley’s most renowned wineries and locales. The festivities kick off with the Welcome Reception at the elegant Peju Winery. The next day, the VIP Tailgate Takeover will be held at Raymond Vineyards, and the mainstage concerts promise to be unforgettable experiences at the historic Uptown Theatre. The event wraps up in style with a Send-Off Brunch at the Hilltop at Carneros Resort Resort and Spa. In addition to the main events accessible to all LITV attendees, exclusive VIP performances are slated to occur at select wineries across Napa Valley.

Known as one of the most exclusive and sought-after events across the country, LITVGC gives attendees intimate access to recording artists, premier Napa Valley wineries, and world-renowned chefs during a “once-in-a-lifetime” event. The 3-day event brings together music supervisors, radio programmers, DSP curators, label executives, VIPs, corporate hospitality groups, and more from around the country to celebrate and hear brand new music by today’s most successful artists as well as the most popular emerging artists in a unique arrangement. What sets LITVGC apart from other events is the exclusivity, intimacy and tailored curation praised by fans and critics alike, and the stunning vineyard-filled hillsides and world-class wine and culinary features that Napa Valley offers.

In addition to the LITVGC main events, private VIP performances exclusively held for music programmers, music supervisors, and DSPs will take place at wineries throughout Napa Valley.

LITVGC is a private event and is only open to invited industry guests, including music supervisors, radio programmers, label executives, corporate partners, Ensemble club members, and sweepstakes winners. National radio promotions aired around the event where fans enter for a chance to win.

In 2022, Napa County’s destination marketing organization, Visit Napa Valley (VNV), endorsed LITV by serving as the official title sponsor for both LITVGC and LITV, committing to a 3-year partnership with the event. VNV recognizes that music plays a unique role in the canvas of experiences available in Napa Valley. By aligning with Live In The Vineyard, VNV continues to promote the region as a premier destination for wine enthusiasts and those looking to discover even more about Napa Valley, in particular, the growing arts and culture scene and the diversity in the music offerings evolving in Napa Valley.

Throughout its 15-year tenure, LITV and LITVGC have brought some of the biggest names in music to Napa Valley, which has benefited and boosted tourism and has provided continuous support for the community. Event organizers are committed to supporting the community that has become home to these events.

LITVGC, LITV, and Elevation are produced by Forefront Networks/FF Entertainment. 

For more information about LITV and LITVGC, please visit https://www.liveinthevineyard.com

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RONNIE MILSAP ANNOUNCES FINAL NASHVILLE SHOW

Star-Studded Tribute Concert to Feature More Than 30 Artists

October 3, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena

Tickets On-Sale Friday, June 9 at 10 a.m. CT Via Ticketmaster.com

Country Music Hall of Famer Ronnie Milsap has announced his final Nashville performance with a star-studded lineup coming together to pay tribute to the legend on October 3, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena.

The once-in-a-lifetime tribute event will feature performances by Kelly Clarkson, Little Big Town, Parker McCollum, Justin Moore, Scotty McCreery, Tracy Lawrence, Randy Houser, Sara Evans, Lorrie Morgan, Neal McCoy, BRELAND, Phil Vassar, Terri Clark, The Band of Heathens, Charlie McCoy and more. The evening will honor Milsap and his 50-plus year career, his celebrated catalog, and his lasting influence on country music. More artists will be announced soon.

Tickets go on-sale Friday, June 9 at 10 a.m. CT via ticketmaster.com. The event is promoted and produced by Outback Presents.

“I’m so excited about my last show in Nashville at Bridgestone Arena and the amazing lineup of artists," says Milsap. "This night will be so special for me and all the fans. I love Nashville and the amazing career my fans have given me. 'I wouldn't have missed it for the world.'"

“We are thrilled to host the Ronnie Milsap Tribute concert," adds Bridgestone Arena Chief Venues Officer David Kells. "With over 50 years of music and 40 #1 hits, this celebration is going to be something special. Thank you to the Outback Presents team for curating such an amazing event.”

PEOPLE.COM PREMIERES POWERFUL COVER OF “LOOK WHAT YOU MADE ME DO” BY CMT NEXT WOMEN OF COUNTRY’S KALIE SHORR, KELLEIGH BANNEN AND LINDSAY ELL

On Heels of Recently Announced CMT Next Women of Country Presents Sara Evans All The Love Tour Featuring RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr

CMT Next Women of Country members Kalie Shorr, Lindsay Ell and Kelleigh Bannen give new meaning to girl power with a compelling cover video of Taylor Swift’s pop hit “Look What You Made Me Do.” The live performance was filmed at this years CMT Next Women of Country event on November 7. The video was premiered exclusively on People.com and CMT.com yesterday.

“Lindsay Ell and Kelleigh Bannen are two of my favorite artists and they both bring something amazingly unique to the table,” Shorr explains. “Lindsay is one of the best guitarists in country music and Kelleigh’s lower range is so unmistakably her. I’ve always loved the music they put out and bonding over the arrangement and performance of this was so fun. It’s a great example of what the CMT Next Women of Country franchise is all about: bringing the talented women of Nashville together, because that’s where we are strongest.”

The trio kicked off this years CMT Women of Country event with an electric performance of Swift’s pop hit that brought audience members to their feet. The celebration announced 9 newcomers to CMT’s elite roster, including Kalie Shorr. Bannen and Ell are members of previous classes of the esteemed group.

Shorr, who is set to release her new EP in early 2018, has been an avid proponent for women throughout her career with empowering songs such as her breakout hit, “Fight Like a Girl.” Her most recent release, “Two Hands,” discusses the importance of finding a partner who accepts and loves your flaws.

CMT Next Women of Country: All The Love Tour Featuring Sara Evans, RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr

Feb. 12 - New York, N.Y. - B.B King’s Blues Club
Feb. 14 - Concord, N.H. - Capitol Center for the Arts- Chubb Theatre
Feb. 15 - Albany, N.Y. - The Palace Theatre
Feb. 16 - Verona N.Y - Turning Stone Resort Casino - The Showroom
Feb. 17 - Medford, Mass. - Chevalier Theatre
Feb. 23 - Athens, Ohio - Templeton- Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium
Feb. 24 - Richmond, Ky. - EKU Center for the Arts
Feb. 25 - Joliet, Ill. - Rialto Square Theatre
March 9 - Salina, Kan. - Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts
March 10 - Pocola, Okla. - Choctaw Casino Resort- Centerstage
March 15 - Kansas City, Mo. - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts - Muriel Kauffman Theatre
March 16 - Prior Lake, Minn. Mystic Lake Casino- Mystic Showroom
March 17 - Waukegan, Ill. - Venue TBA
April 6 - Lake Charles, La. - Golden Nugget
April 7 - Mobile, Ala. - Saenger Theatre

SARA EVANS PARTNERS WITH CMT FOR ITS 4th ANNUAL NEXT WOMEN OF COUNTRY TOUR

"CMT Next Women of Country presents Sara Evans All The Love Tour featuring RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr" launches February 12 in New York City

Tickets on-sale Friday, December 22

at SaraEvans.com and NextWomenTour.CMT.com

ACM and CMA Award winning country music star Sara Evans has partnered with CMT for its 4th annual Next Women of Country Tour in 2018. “CMT Next Women of Country presents Sara Evans All The Love Tour featuring RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr” launches February 12 in New York City with fifteen shows from coast to coast. Special guests RaeLynn (“Lonely Call,” “Love Triangle”) and Kalie Shorr (“Fight Like A Girl,” “Two Hands”) are among the impressive roster of CMT’s “Next Women of Country” artists.

“We are thrilled to announce our 4th Annual ‘Next Women of Country’ Tour and partner with the amazing Sara Evans,” said Leslie Fram, SVP of Music Strategy & Talent, CMT. “This tour was created to give emerging female artists a stage to play on and this year we are proud to welcome RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr.”

“I absolutely love that CMT champions female artists with the Next Women of Country Tour and am so honored to be headlining it in 2018,” said Sara.  “I can’t wait to hit the road with RaeLynn and Kalie. They are both incredible singers, songwriters, and overall artists and we’re going to have a blast!”

Tickets and VIP packages for the “CMT Next Women of Country presents Sara Evans All The Love Tour featuring RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr” go on sale beginning Friday, December 22 at 10am (local time). Tickets can be purchased at SaraEvans.com and NextWomenTour.CMT.com.

*"CMT Next Women of Country presents Sara Evans All The Love Tour featuring RaeLynn and Kalie Shorr"

February 12, 2018 New York, NY - B.B. King’s Blues Club
February 14, 2018 Concord, NH - Capitol Center for the Arts – Chubb Theatre
February 15, 2018 Albany, NY - The Palace Theatre
February 16, 2018 Verona, NY - Turning Stone Resort Casino – The Showroom
February 17, 2018 Medford, MA - Chevalier Theatre
February 23, 2018 Athens, OH - Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium +
February 24, 2018 Richmond, KY - EKU Center for the Arts
February 25, 2018 Joliet, IL - Rialto Square Theatre
March 9, 2018 - Salina, KS - Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts ++
March 10, 2018 - Pocola, OK - Choctaw Casino Resort - Centerstage
March 15, 2018 - Kansas City, MO - Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts – Muriel Kauffman Theatre
March 16, 2018 - Prior Lake, MN - Mystic Lake Casino – Mystic Showroom
March 17, 2018 - + Waukegan, IL -Venue TBA +
April 6, 2018 - Lake Charles, LA - Golden Nugget
April 7, 2018 - Mobile, AL - Saenger Theatre

+Tickets on sale January 5
++ Tickets on sale December 21

* Dates subject to change, please check saraevans.com for the latest information

2017 was a landmark year for Sara Evans – the multi-platinum selling country music star launched Born To Fly Records where she released Words, her “impressive album….which captures an artist in full musical flight” (Associated Press).  The heartfelt album features fourteen separate female songwriters, including Evans, Ashley Monroe, Caitlyn Smith, Hillary Lindsey, Hillary Scott, Liz Henberger, and Sonya Isaacs.

First launched in 2013, CMT’s “Next Women of Country” continues to grow with confident, fun and talented female singer/songwriters who are taking the country music world by storm. The campaign emphasizes undiscovered female artists and several alumnae – Kacey Musgraves, Brandy Clark, Cassadee Pope and Ashley Monroe included – have achieved both commercial and critical acclaim. Since 2015, the franchise has promoted female-fueled tours at more than 40 dates with Kelsea Ballerini, Brandy Clark, Lindsay Ell, Jana Kramer, Martina McBride, Jennifer Nettles and Tara Thompson.

RADIO DISNEY / RADIO DISNEY COUNTRY TEAMS UP WITH SCOTTY MCCREERY, CARLY PEARCE AND MORE TO HELP ST. JUDES

Radio Disney and Radio Disney Country have partered with St. Jude and some of today's most popular artists including Scotty McCreery, Carly Pearce, Brennley Brown, CB30, Hunter Hayes, Jillian Jacqueline, Lucy Hale, Raelynn, Sara Evans, Tegan Marie and Temecula Road, to help the children. They will release a new version of the classic Alabama hit, "Angels Among Us" . To celebrate the release, Radio Disney will donate $25,000.00 to St. Judes Children's Research Hospital to aid in the fight against childhood cancer.

Keep an eye out here for the official release to purchase date.

SARA EVANS OFFERS ADVICE TO YOUNG FEMALE ARTISTS AT CHANGE THE CONVERSATION EVENT

The Influential Singer/Songwriter Performs Several New Songs 

From Her Upcoming Album, Words

Sara Evans joined members of Change The Conversation last night, where she spoke candidly about her personal and professional journey and performed several songs from her new album, Words, on Tuesday from The Steps at WME.

In addition to performing the title track from the album set for a July 21 release, Evans also debuted new songs “All the Love You Left Me” and “Marquee Sign,” as well as an acoustic version of platinum chart-topper “A Little Bit Stronger.”

This is a landmark project for Evans as the first release on her new label, Born To Fly Records. Fourteen female songwriters, including powerhouses Ashley Monroe, Caitlyn Smith, Hillary Lindsey, Hillary Scott, Liz Hengber, Sonya Isaacs and of course Evans herself, contribute their words to the stunning, upcoming record.

“I want to talk about why we need to change the conversation,” Evans said during the event. “When I first got my record deal, women were dominating country radio. We had Faith Hill, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, Lee Ann Womack, LeAnn Rimes, Shania Twain, Patty Loveless and on and on. I was fortunate enough to join that group of amazing women.

“So we need to change the conversation and figure out why it is not that way anymore. Why are there not enough women on country radio? Women artists are amazing and they have so much great music that we want to hear and we need to hear, so let’s change the conversation.”

Change the Conversation is a coalition designed to help create an even playing field for women in country music and was formed by Tracy Gershon, Beverly Keel and Leslie Fram in 2014.

It was formed initially to create an informal salon-like atmosphere where women could get together and develop productive ways of solving the problem but has quickly grown into an organization of gaining influence. The organization funds research and hosts events where industry experts address their segments of the industry.

The event, which was sponsored by WME and One Hope Wine, began with a conversation between Evans and Tracy Gershon, a co-founder of Change the Conversation who also helped with A&R duties for this album. “Sara Evans has been one of the most influential and admired country artists of the last two decades, so when she spoke about the importance of changing the conversation, the female artists in the room were inspired and invigorated,” Gershon says.

Adds Change the Conversation co-founder Leslie Fram, “Sara’s impact is undeniable and she proved it again during her performance for Change The Conversation at WME.  After the performance, so many artists said they were moved by the power of her new songs and vocals.”

For more information on Sara Evans, visit SaraEvans.com

SARA EVANS SETS JULY 21 RELEASE DATE FOR NEW ALBUM, WORDS

14 Female Songwriters Contribute Songs to the Upcoming Record

Limited edition autographed album pre-orders

available now at SaraEvans.com

Days after Country Music star and entrepreneur SARA EVANS announced the launch of her own record label – Born To Fly Records – the multi-platinum entertainer has revealed additional details about her highly-anticipated forthcoming album. The ACM Female Vocalist of the Year divulged today that her brand new album Words will release on July 21. Fourteen separate female songwriters, including powerhouses Ashley Monroe, Caitlyn Smith, Hillary Lindsey, Hillary Scott, Liz Hengber, Sonya Isaacs and of course Sara herself, contribute their words to the stunning, upcoming record.

“When I’m listening to a song, it’s the lyrics and the stories they tell that matter most to me,” said Sara. “Not only is ‘Words’ the title to one of the songs on my album but in listening to new music for the record, I was always looking for lyrics that moved me and expressed a powerful range of emotions. Women are natural storytellers and I’m proud to have so many amazing female songwriters represented on this record.”

Words marks a creative reunion for Evans, pairing her with frequent co-producer Mark Bright (2005’s Real Fine Place, 2014’s Slow Me Down) while Tracy Gershon provides A&R direction. Her daughter Olivia (14) even contributes background vocals to the record.

Beginning today, limited-edition, fan packages are available for pre-order at http://smarturl.it/SEStore. Pricing starts at $11.99 and include a variety of bundles ranging from a signed CD or vinyl version of Words, a Sara Evans t-shirt, journal, mug or acoustic guitar.

Additional details about Sara’s new album Words will be revealed in the coming weeks. Fans can catch up with Sara on the road with dates booked throughout the year. For more details, check out saraevans.com.

CMA CLOSE UP: COUNTRY STARS PAY TRIBUTE TO THEIR MUSIC TEACHERS

By Deborah Evans Price

© 2014 CMA Close Up® News Service / Country Music Association®, Inc.

Ask just about anyone in Country Music today and you’ll likely find that music education was a cornerstone in the foundation of their careers.

“People would ask, ‘Why don’t you play basketball? You know you’re tall,’” said Chris Young, with a laugh. “I was like, ‘Well, basketball practice was always at the same time as choir rehearsal.’ Between the two of them, I picked choir and it seems to have worked out.”

Chris Young performs with Nashville School of the Arts students Mignon Grabois and Charley Woods at the 2012 Keep the Music Playing All Stars concert.
Photo Credit: Donn Jones / CMA

“I had a unique opportunity to go to a school for performing arts in Columbus, Ohio, called the Fort Hayes Performing Arts Center,” said Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts. “I had a teacher there named Mary Daniels, who really pushed me to be better than I thought I was. I’d turn in projects and she’d say, ‘It’s good, but you’ve got better inside of you.’ She was actually more a friend to me than just a teacher. She had a way of disarming you to make you feel so comfortable and capable of doing more than you thought you could.”

Jay DeMarcus plays the new grand piano donated to Nashville’s McGavock High School by CMA’s Keep the Music Playing program in 2009.

Photo credit: John Russell / CMA

Like Chris Young, Scotty McCreery learned much from performing with his high school choir. “Our teacher, Meredith Clayton, would take us to New York City, Chicago, Florida and different places for competitions,” he recalled. “She was awesome. She has a big, bubbly personality and a love for music that she passed down to her students. She was all about preparation and putting in the work, and that’s big for Country Music nowadays. If you’re going to be successful, you’ve got to put in the work. Nobody’s going to hand it to you. So I learned a lot of good lessons from her.”

Scotty McCreery performs with students at the 2013 Keep the Music Playing All Stars Concert.

Photo Credit: Donn Jones / CMA

A number of music teachers inspired Sara Evans as she grew up in New Franklin, Missouri. “I was playing clarinet in band,” she said. “I was also in choir. Our two music teachers, Mrs. Burnett and Mrs. Nugent, were both really sweet and fabulous as teachers. Our school was so small that we didn’t even have football, so we would march in the town’s parades. I was always the assistant teacher. Sometimes I would get to direct the band.”

The benefits of music education are a top priority for Evans to pass along to her children, son Avery, 14, and daughter Olivia, 11. She has also lent support to other kids studying music. In 2011, she visited Nashville’s Pearl-Cohn Entertainment Magnet High School as part of CMA’s Keep the Music Playing program to support public school music education.

Sara Evans visits Nashville’s Pearl-Cohn Entertainment High School in 2011on behalf of CMA’s Keep the Music Playing.

Photo Credit: John Russell / CMA

“That was a really cool experience,” she said. “I learned so much about how they benefit from Keep the Music Playing. It was really cool to see these kids perform and work so hard on these songs and then perform them for us. You could just tell they were so proud and that they were such good friends, just from being in the music program together.”

“It’s really a great way for us as musicians and other people to be able to give back,” agreed Young, who has also participated in programs for KTMP. “It’s a great investment of our time, and it’s great for the kids.”

“I’m so passionate about Keep the Music Playing because I remember as a kid that if I didn’t have music to distract me from some other things, I don’t know where I would have ended up,” DeMarcus added. “It helped me focus a little bit more in school, having music to look forward to in the afternoons.”

McCreery concurs that KTMP is “an awesome program. As a performer and a musician, I hear about the public schools and their budget cuts. A lot of times, the first things they cut are their music and arts programs. But these programs are so vital and important to kids and their upbringing. I couldn’t imagine growing up without having arts and music in my school. Keep the Music Playing and CMA are doing great things for these kids, for their future.”

Half of all CMA Music Festival profits are donated annually to Keep the Music Playing. More information is available at www.CMAworld.com.

SARA EVANS TO HOLD CD RELEASE PARTY / BENEFIT CONCERT ON MARCH 6

Sara Evans will be holding the release party for her much anticipated CD, "Slow Me Down" which will include a live performance at Iron City Birmingham on March 6th.  Great news is that not only are you getting some of the best country music from one of country's best voices, you're also helping worthy causes as 100% of the net proceeds are going to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Children's of Alabama, and Alabama Forever. 

Get your tickets now by clicking HERE

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Lionel Richie Adds More "Friends" to His Concert Lineup

 

LUKE BRYAN, SARA EVANS, TIM MCGRAW & JENNIFER NETTLES JOIN JASON ALDEAN, THE BAND PERRY, KENNY CHESNEY, LADY ANTEBELLUM, MARTINA McBRIDE, RASCAL FLATTS & KENNY ROGERS TO PERFORM

TELEVISION SPECIAL TO AIR FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2012 ON CBS

Encino, CA (March 5, 2012) - The Academy of Country Music and dick clark productions announced today that country music superstars Luke Bryan, Sara Evans, Tim McGraw and Jennifer Nettles have been added to the all-star lineup of artists scheduled to perform at the ACM PRESENTS: Lionel Richie and Friends - In Concert taping Monday, April 2, 2012 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The special will air Friday, April 13, 2012 on the CBS Television Network.

ACM Presents: Lionel Richie and Friends - In Concert is a special concert event of country music collaborations with the legendary Lionel Richie, featuring duets from his upcoming album Tuskegee, out March 26, 2012, along with solo performances. Some of Richie’s greatest hits will be performed by today’s hottest country artists including Jason Aldean (“Say You Say Me”), The Band Perry (“Penny Lover”), Luke Bryan (“Running with the Night”), Sara Evans, Lady Antebellum (“Truly”), Martina McBride (“Still”), Jennifer Nettles (“Hello”) and Rascal Flatts (“Dancing on the Ceiling”). Duets with Richie include: “My Love” with Kenny Chesney, “Sail On” with Tim McGraw, “Lady” with Kenny Rogers, and more surprises to be announced.

"It has been so rewarding to have my songs embraced by country music artists," said Lionel Richie. "Since Conway Twitty recorded 'Three Times a Lady' and Kenny Rogers sang 'Lady,' I have been welcomed into the country music family with open arms. It's the ultimate compliment to have country artists record and perform songs that I've written. I've always felt right at home in country because I was raised just down the road from Nashville in Tuskegee, Alabama, where I was immersed in country, R&B, gospel and classical music. This show will be a homecoming and family reunion combined, and I'm so glad that viewers will be able to share these special moments with us. It will be a night that I will remember for the rest of my life."

Orly Adelson, president of dick clark productions and executive producer of the special said, “We're honored to bring together the industry's greatest artists with Lionel’s legendary sound for what will be a once in a lifetime concert.”

Tickets on Sale NOW at Ticketmaster.com for Taping of CBS Television Network Special at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Monday, April 2, 2012

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About ACM PRESENTS: Lionel Richie and Friends - In Concert

The ACM PRESENTS: Lionel Richie and Friends - In Concert special will feature country music collaborations with the legendary Lionel Richie featuring duets and solo performances with some of today’s most incredible country artists. The show is produced for television by dick clark productions and will be taped at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Monday, April 2, 2012 at 7:30 PM PT, to air 9:00-11:00 PM ET/PT on Friday, April 13, 2012 on the CBS Television Network. Orly Adelson and R.A. Clark are executive producers. Barry Adelman is producer, and Bob Bardo is the executive in charge of production. Bob Romeo is executive producer for the Academy of Country Music. Ticket sales from the special will benefit ACM Lifting Lives. For more information, log onto www.ACMLiftingLives.org or www.ACMcountry.com or follow us on Twitter at @ACMawards for more immediate updates.

VIDEO: "My Heart Can't Tell You No" - Sara Evans

I admit it out loud and in a public forum, I've never been a huge Sara Evans fan ... at least not until this latest album. She really hit home for me with "Stronger" and this Rod Stewart remake of "My Heart Can't Tell You No" stands on it's own and I gotta say, I think I like it better than Rod the Mod's original version. Welcome back, Sara, we missed you, country music missed you.

Target Releases "A Very Country Christmas" CD

Target has released A Very Country Christmas compilation featuring Ronnie Dunn, Sara Evans, The Lunabelles, Jake Owen, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Carrie Underwood, and Chris Young. If you were a good, supportive country music fan this year, you just might find one under your tree.

Stagecoach Lineup Announced! HUGE!!!

Wow, the 2012 Stagecoach Festival lineup is huge! Blake AND Miranda, Brad, Jason, Martina, Luke and even Alabama. The list goes on of a virtual who's who in country music and all at one event! It's like CMA Fest the Sequel. If you are a country fan and in the area, this is one that is NOT to be missed. Click on the poster to find out more ...

Team Lou News: Hunter Hayes to Open on the Rascal Flatts Thaw Out 2012 Tour

Rascal Flatts will kick off their Thaw Out 2012 tour starting on Jan. 12, 2012. More than a dozen stops are on the books through February with Sara Evans and Hunter Hayes as supporting performers. You can check the tour schedule here.

KEITH URBAN, RASCAL FLATTS, CARRIE UNDERWOOD, JASON ALDEAN, ERIC CHURCH, DIERKS BENTLEY, SARA EVANS & MORE PRIMED TO ROCK THE 3RD ANNUAL BAYOU COUNTRY SUPERFEST AT LSU’S TIGER STADIUM IN BATON ROUGE, MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND (MAY 26 & 27)

Reserved-Seat Tickets in Two-Day Packages On Sale October 20

Special Room Rates Available at Baton Rouge Hotels

October 12, 2011 (Baton Rouge, LA)—The much-anticipated talent lineup for the 3rd annual Bayou CountrySuperfest was announced today and brings together an unprecedented gathering of Country's greatest stars, including Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Dierks Bentley, Sara Evans, Little Big Town, Joe Nichols, and Jerrod Niemann. Scheduled over Memorial Day Weekend 2012 (Saturday, May 26 & Sunday, May 27), Bayou Country Superfest turns Louisiana State University’s famed Tiger Stadium into country music central for the huge two-day celebration. Drawing fans from all across the country to Baton Rouge , the Bayou Country Superfest has established the City as a Memorial Day Weekend destination and the Festival itself as a new holiday tradition.

“The stars have truly aligned for the third Bayou Country Superfest, confirming the event as one of the ‘must-see’ festivals in America ,” said Quint Davis, producer/director of the Festival. “The powerhouse combination of so many Country superstars, a massive Southern ‘let the good times roll’ audience, and the electrified nighttimeatmosphere of LSU’s Tiger Stadium, make Baton Rouge the only place to be on Memorial Day Weekend.”

Reserved-seat tickets in two-day packages and reserved parking for Bayou Country Superfest go on sale Thursday, October 20 at 10:00 a.m. CST through Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets or by calling (800) 745-3000. Single-day tickets to the Bayou Country Superfest will go on sale in the coming weeks. The Baton Rouge River Center Box Office will also be open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. for any ticketing or parking purchases. Bayou Country Superfest is a reserved-seating event, so fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early in order to get the best seats available. Special VIP upfront, stage-front, standing-room tickets in an area called the Golden Horseshoe will be available in very limited supply. A limited number of discounted two-day ticket packages will also be available at certain price levels. Don’t forget to add parking to your ticket purchase in one of LSU’s premium parking lots. Patrons interested in purchasing box suites or special RV parking in TouchdownVillage should call the Bayou Country Superfest Ticket Office at (504) 410-4131. (See attached Ticket Information sheet for details.)

“LSU is proud to play a continuing role in the success of the Bayou Country Superfest, an event that has tremendous economic and cultural benefits for our city and our region. It is rapidly becoming one of the great music events in the world and there is no better place for a world-renowned event than Tiger Stadium,” said JoeAlleva, LSU Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics.

“We are excited to partner with Bayou Country Superfest again this year. Last year’s festival was a great time for visitors while adding value to Louisiana ’s economy. Returning for its third year, this festival is poised to be an economic engine for Louisiana for years to come,” Lt. Governor Jay Dardenne said. “The 2012 Superfest will be the best one yet. It comes during Louisiana ’s Bicentennial celebration and is a great way to celebrate Louisiana ’s 200th birthday.”

“The Bayou Country Superfest is quickly becoming one of America ’s top music festivals, bringing thousands of visitors and outstanding entertainment to Baton Rouge . We have successfully turned Baton Rouge into a Memorial Day Weekend destination for country music fans across the country, bringing a tremendous boost to our local economy and a lot of fun for area residents. Dust off your boots and get ready for another great time in Tiger Stadium with some of country music’s biggest stars, because this year’s festival promises to be the best so far,” said Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden.

“Bayou Country Superfest continues to position Baton Rouge as a preferred destination for country music fans. There was actually an increase in out of area visitation in 2011 and with the strength of the musicians lineup we expect 2012 will prove likewise.” Paul Arrigo, CDME President & CEO, Visit Baton Rouge .

Saturday, May 26 features country music superstar Keith Urban, as he makes his grand return to the Bayou Country Superfest after appearing at the inaugural event in 2010. Urban has been honored with Grammy Awards, Country Music Association Awards, Academy of Country Music Awards , a People’s Choice Award and an American Music Award. He is unquestionably one of country music's most electrifying live performers. Carrie Underwoodjoins Keith Urban on the opening night schedule of the Festival for a very special performance. As one of themost powerful vocalists in country music, Carrie Underwood is a five-time Grammy Award winner, a two-timeAcademy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year, a three-time CMA and ACM Female Vocalist winner, and a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Since her debut CD in 2005, Carrie has amassed more than 13 million in album sales and has placed 14 #1 singles on the charts. Also on the opening night talent roster is Eric Church, the 2011Academy of Country Music Award Winner as top New Solo Vocalist of the Year and nominee for the New Artist of the Year Award at the upcoming Country Music Awards. Little Big Town joins the party with 3 Grammy nominations, over 1.5 million records sold and a current CMA nomination in the Vocal Group of the Year category. Singer-songwriter and rising country music star Jerrod Niemann, opens the whole shebang on the first day of the Festival.

Sunday, May 27 stars not just Rascal Flatts and their 13 #1 singles, but smoking-hot Jason Aldean as he proves why no other country artist has spent more time at #1 on the radio charts over the past year. Rascal Flatts has set more venue attendance records than any country act en route to ticket sales of six million and counting. They have sold 20 million albums and over 25 million digital downloads. With the #1 debut of Nothing Like This on the Country Albums sales chart, Rascal Flatts becomes one of only four country acts to debut six consecutive studio albums at #1. They have won over 40 awards from the ACM, CMA, AMA and People's Choice, and more. Jason Aldean has the biggest selling Country album of 2011 and is tied for the most nominations at the November CMA Awards with five nods in the categories of “Entertainer of the Year”, “Male Vocalist of the Year,” “Album of the Year” for My Kinda Party, “Single of the Year“ and “Musical Event of the Year”. Known for his explosive live show, Aldean will be rockin’ Tiger Stadium with his country music anthems and sing-a-long favorites. With eight #1 singles and 9 Grammy nominations, Dierks Bentley has proven that he’s going to be a force in country music for years to come. Dierks brings his unique musical style to the Bayou Country Superfest along with double platinum recording artist, Sara Evans. Evans is nominated for the 2011 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year and Single of the Year for A Little Bit Stronger. Joe Nichols starts the day with three #1 hit songs and 7 top-ten hits.

Festival-goers should plan to arrive early to the event for the official Bayou Country Superfest Fan Fest & Tailgate Party located directly outside Tiger Stadium, featuring country music on the Bud Light Stage, festive food, and much more. For information on the festival, visit www.bayoucountrysuperfest.com and register to receive email updates, or become our fan on Facebook.

Baton Rouge area hotels are offering special Bayou Country Superfest hotel rates for the event. Visit www.bayoucountrysuperfest.com for availability and rate information.

Major sponsors of the 2012 Bayou Country Superfest are The State of Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation & Tourism, the Baton Rouge Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and Bud Light, The Official Beer Sponsor of Bayou Country Superfest. L’Auberge Casino & Hotel of Baton Rouge is an official sponsor of the Festival.

To inquire about sponsorship opportunities please contact the Bayou Country Superfest Sponsorship Department at (504) 410-4100.

Bayou Country Superfest, produced by Festival Productions BCM, LLC, a subsidiary of Festival Productions, Inc.-New Orleans, is a co-production with AEG Live and is produced in association with The Messina Group.

BAYOU COUNTRY SUPERFEST DAILY MUSIC LINEUP

Saturday, May 26                                 Sunday, May 27

Carrie Underwood                                  Rascal Flatts
Keith Urban                                           Jason Aldean
Eric Church                                            Dierks Bentley
Little Big Town                                       Sara Evans
Jerrod Niemann                                      Joe Nichols

TICKET INFORMATION

Reserved-seat tickets in two-day packages for the Bayou Country Superfest go on sale Thursday, October 20 at 10:00 a.m. CST through Ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster outlets or by calling (800) 745-3000. Single-day tickets to the Bayou Country Superfest will go on sale in the coming weeks. The Baton Rouge River Center Box Office will be open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Bayou Country Superfest will be a reserved-seating event, so fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early in order to get the best seats available. A limited number of discounted two-day ticket packages will be available at certain price levels. Ticket prices are as follows, not including service charges:

Stadium Seats
Tiger Plaza $50 & $65 (2-day ticket, $80 & $110)
Sidelines $85 (2-day ticket, $160)
Tiger Club $150 (2-day ticket, $300)

Field Level Seats
Tiger Field $85 (2-day ticket, $170)
Tiger Field (Front Sides) $125 (2-day ticket, $250)
Tiger Field (Front Center) $175 (2-day ticket, $350)

VIP Golden Horseshoe $250 (2-day ticket, $500)
(stage-front, standing-room only)

Children under the age of 2 are admitted free (with the exception of the VIP Golden Horseshoe); no seat provided.

Add car parking to your ticket purchase in one of LSU’s premium parking lots. Prices range from $20 to $50 per day. Parking can be purchased through Ticketmaster.

Reserved RV Parking is available by contacting the Bayou Country Superfest Ticket Office at (504) 410-4131 or viptickets@fpi-no.com.
Prices range from $350-$1000 for a weekend pass and are sold first-come first-served.

For information on purchasing a Box Suite, please call the Bayou Country Superfest Ticket & Suite Coordinator at (504) 410-4131 or viptickets@fpi-no.com.

Sara Evans Offers 6 New Economical Fan Club Package Choices

Sara Evans is offering 6 newly designed packages for new Fan Club members. Thanks to Sara and her team for taking into consideration the current economy and making sure to offer something for everyone.

Strongest Package - Option #1 - $99.99

• A signed copy of "Stronger"
• All 6 of Sara's studio CD's
• Grey "Stronger" photo tee (Small - 2XL)
• "Stronger" wristband
• Fan club laminate
• Fan club membership
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Strongest Package - Option #2 - $99.99

• A signed copy of "Stronger"
• All 6 of Sara's studio CD's
• Black "Stronger" photo tee (Small - 2XL)
• "Stronger" wristband
• Fan club laminate
• Fan club membership

A Little Bit Stronger Package - Option #1 - $49.99

• • A signed copy of "Stronger"
  • Grey "Stronger" photo tee (Small - 2XL)
  • "Stronger" wristband
  • Fan club laminate
  • Fan club membership

A Little Bit Stronger Package - Option #2 - $49.99

• • A signed copy of "Stronger"
  • Black "Stronger" photo tee (Small - 2XL)
  • "Stronger" wristband
  • Fan club laminate
  • Fan club membership

Strong Package - $24.99

• A signed copy of "Stronger"
• Sara Evans fan club access
• Meet & greet opportunities
• Presale ticketing
• And more!

Online Only Membership - $14.99

Sara Evans Fan Club access, meet and greet opportunities, presale ticketing, and more!

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• Please Note: All items will ship via USPS to arrive on or as close to the street release date - 3/8/11 - as possible.