#TOURINGNEWS - SARAH DARLING IS COASTIN' TO A TOWN NEAR YOU WITH 2022 TOUR

You may have heard Sarah’s new music online, but don’t miss out on the opportunity to catch her LIVE in a city new you! After great success and widespread applause for her smash song '“Waves”, Sarah Darling is embarking on a national tour - The Coastin' Tour!

Tickets here

SARAH DARLING RELEASES NEW MUSIC "WAVES" AND ANNOUNCES NEW COLLECTION COMING SOON

Waves” Official Music Video Now Showing on CMT

Sarah Darling to Perform on the Grand Ole Opry Stage Tonight – Tickets Here

Sarah Darling teases new music from her upcoming new EP with the first single, “Waves,” – out today. The single is available worldwide on all streaming services here. With the single, Darling also released a sun-kissed, carefree music video, now showing on CMT.

“Waves” contemplates those moments of reflection in our lives of what might have been. We go down certain roads but can’t help feeling moments of nostalgia for what if. Darling describes love that way. She says, “We can be happy and feel we've moved on, but still think of the people and situations that impacted our life. It encompasses that “it comes in waves” feeling we get as humans. We have to ride them out.”

To explore these emotions, Sarah sat down with two award-winning co-writers, Rebekah Powell and Joe Hammill. Darling explains, “We were sitting on my front porch realizing we all have those what-ifs and might have beens, the emotional waves in our life. I think as artists, we try to tell a story that is more than just our own. It lets listeners feel like they aren’t alone in this world. That’s the power of music and the joy of being a storyteller."

The accompanying music video, produced by Tara Diiorio of Velvet Sky Films, brings the song to life as it depicts Darling’s vision of how life carries us through emotional crests and troughs, like the waves in the ocean.

In the coming months, fans can expect more music from Darling as well as the chance to see her live beginning tonight when she will debut Waves at the Grand Ole Opry. The broadcast begins at 7:00 p.m. CST. This will be Sarah’s first time back on the Opry Stage since before the pandemic on the legendary broadcast. For more information and tickets for tonight, visit the Grand Ole Opry website here. Sarah will finish out 2021 with two upcoming tour dates, playing Green Note in London on Dec. 19 and Brighton Dome in Brighton on Dec. 22. She recently signed with Tommy Merrill at Marshall Arts USA and will announce tour dates for 2022 in the coming weeks.

Sarah’s new EP is her first new collection of songs since Wonderland, which was released on June 7, 2019, and earned the #1 country album slot on the UK Official Country Charts that year.

Darling says, “I kind of feel like the international girl next door. I’ve spent a lot of time abroad now. Every little nugget of wisdom, all the ups and downs, I’ve kept with me, and this collection of songs is my perspective on it all. There’s a new found strength added to my palette of colors. I’m grateful my story has been a unique one."

By collaborating with writers and producers in Nashville, Los Angeles, and the UK, Darling has developed a distinct, contemporary country sound. She has been attracting ever-larger audiences to her pure vocals and unique brand of country music with performances at C2C Berlin, C2C London, Nashville Meets London, and the Cambridge Folk Festival. She has over 20 million streams on Spotify and Apple Music and has over 90 appearances on the Grand Ole Opry stage. She has appeared on BBC Breakfast, BBC One Sunday Morning Live, iTV Weekend, TBS’ Conan, FOX & Friends, HLN Morning Express with Robin Meade, ABC’s The Bachelor, and Total Country TV. Called ‘a sophisticated songwriter with a crisp, powerful voice’ by The New York Times, Darling has been tagged ‘Nashville’s Darling’ by Music City’s Convention and Visitors Bureau.

For more information on Sarah Darling, please visit www.sarahdarling.com, or follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

PHIL VASSAR PAIRS MUSIC, WINE & STORIES WITH "SONGS FROM THE CELLAR" SERIES FEATURING SARAH DARLING & STEVE CROPPER

Don't Miss Phil's LIVE Streaming Show from Franklin Theatre Dec. 18

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 16, 2015) – Award-winning singer/songwriter Phil Vassar is opening the doors to his personal cellar to showcase wine and spirits, share unforgettable stories and collaborate with special guests, including Sarah Darling and Steve Cropper, in his new video series, “Songs from the Cellar,” which will feature intimate interviews and comedic banter unlike any other show on air or online.

Episodes will feature live performances and conversations when it debuts in December 22 on PhilVassar.com as well as SongsFromTheCellar.com.

Songstress Sarah Darling and iconic songwriter/guitarist Steve Cropper, known for co-penning “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay,” join Vassar in upcoming episodes.

“This is a first for us, and it’ll be a real treat for our fans. We always wanted to bring them into our home and witness some of the magic that can happen when we play with icons like Steve Cropper and newcomers who are as talented as Sarah Darling. And we found “Songs from the Cellar” was the perfect opportunity to sip some vino, sing our hearts out and share some laughs,” Vassar said.

Future episodes will incorporate artists, songwriters and wine connoisseurs as featured “Songs from the Cellar” guests. Each episode will bring of wine, food pairings, world travel and more to the table. The show is not complete without the pairing of storytelling as well as wine and food pairings.

Wine, beer, bourbons and other cocktail favorites, all reasonably priced, attractive, crafted and inspired by artists, be featured during each show with a purpose and story. Fans will also be encouraged to submit their favorite wines, spirits and craft beverages. They’ll also be encouraged to submit their favorite watering hole where they want to see Vassar to perform.

Vassar continues his #noPHILter tour including a sold-out show at Franklin Theatre Dec. 18 in Franklin, Tenn., which will also be LIVE streamed through Digital Rodeo TV’s free app, available here.

Utilizing his strong social following that spans 45 countries and across 6 continents, Vassar’s energetic show is fan driven by social media requests and includes personal interactions with the crowd. Vassar’s most recent live streaming broadcast garnered 309,000 viewers with less than 24 hours notice.

“This is all about transcending the venue and bringing our show straight to fans. Although we play more than 135 shows a year, we aren’t able to reach all our fans, and many aren’t able to experience our Christmas shows. Live streaming allows us reach them wherever they are - as well as experience our favorite holiday songs,” Vassar said.

Fans can expect to hear original and Christmas classics, new material from his forthcoming album as well as well as his reign of hits, including "Carlene," "Just Another Day in Paradise," "Six-Pack Summer," "That's When I Love You" and many more.

Vassar will also be joined by rising singer/songwriter Sarah Darling during the Dec. 18 show.

As with all #noPHILter concerts, Vassar will tap into the crowd for social media requests during the show.

“During our last live streamed concert, we were getting requests from Sweden, Canada, Brazil, and all over the world. We can’t wait to see where the tweets come from this Friday, said Vassar.”

Follow Phil Vassar on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

#noPHILter TOUR:

Dec. 18 - Franklin Theatre - Franklin, Tenn.
Dec. 19 - Opry at Ryman Auditorium - Nashville, Tenn.
Jan. 22 - 8 Second Saloon - Indianapolis, Ind.
Jan. 23 - Shipshewana Event Center - Shipshewana, Ind.
Jan. 28 - The Kent Stage - Kent, Ohio
Jan. 29 - Joe’s Bar - Chicago, Ill.
Jan. 30 - Boondock’s Club - Springfield, Ill.

SARAH DARLING WINS AMERICA'S HEARTS ON RISING STAR

Darling Advances to the Next Level on Rising Star Reaching 89% Positive Votes

PRESS RELEASE

LOS ANGELES, CA (June 23, 2014) – Sarah Darling is becoming "America's Darling" taking 89% positive votes on ABC’s new competition series, Rising Star, including the three experts, Ludacris, Kesha and Brad Paisley. Rising Star premiered last night where artists performed with the chance of raising the wall and moving to the next round of the competition. Shining through the votes, Darling was one of six who raised the wall.

"What a rush," states Darling after her performance. "It's truly an amazing opportunity and I'm so grateful for all the support. Now I can't wait to show the experts and America what I can do!"

Darling represented Country music as the only country-contestant performing Kacey Musgrave’s hit, "Merry Go Round." Paisley had the first vote, thrusting his arm in the air with excitement soon to be followed by Kesha and then Ludacris. After the wall raised, the experts raved on their excitement to see Darling continue as she held back tears of joy.

Next week, Darling will be able to relax as new contestants take the stage.

SARAH DARLING ANNOUNCED AS ONE OF FIRST PERFORMERS ON "RISING STAR" THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 22 ON ABC!

PRESS RELEASE

Nashville, TN (June 20, 2014) – “Nashville’s Darling” is soon to become “America’s Darling” when country music singer Sarah Darling performs on this Sunday’s premiere of ABC’s hotly-anticipated new series, “Rising Star,” Sunday, June 22, (9:00-11:00 p.m. ET; check local listings) on the ABC Television Network.

“I am so excited to be a contestant on RISING STAR!!!,” says Sarah Darling. “It’s an amazing opportunity to be able to perform before the entire country LIVE! The fans at home can make a difference for me, and I hope they all download the Rising Star app and raise the wall for me!”

To vote for your favorite performers, home judges (viewers) can download the Rising Star ABC app through the Apple App Store, Windows Marketplace, or the Google Play Store. The App is essential to participate in the voting process, but it’s totally FREE and easy to use. Just register with your Facebook or Twitter account, and you’re ready to go. Before each performance, you’ll be asked to check-in, and then when it’s time to vote, swipe BLUE (to the right) to vote YES or RED (to the left) to vote NO. You’ll see the results of the vote in REAL TIME on television – even if you are on the West Coast. In just seconds, your votes determine whether the wall rises, whether a performer moves on or goes home, or if you’re on the West Coast, whether a lucky performer gets a second chance. And IF you give us permission through the app, you might also see your Facebook or Twitter profile picture on the Rising Star wall. To learn more on how to vote, click here.

About Sarah Darling:

Sarah Darling is a small-town girl from Mitchellville, Iowa, raised up on Country and Gospel music. Her grandfather introduced her to the iconic sounds of legendary artists such as Patsy Cline and Johnny Cash. As her girl-next-door’s sound rings true, Darling’s musicality expanded from traditional with a flare of new country. Her influences ranged from Shania Twain, Alison Krauss to Fleetwood Mac, Carrie Underwood, Sheryl Cow and Tom Petty to develop Darlings unique style. When Sarah Darling is not singing or writing this fashionista enjoys cooking sweets, such as her popular macaroons, and spending time with family and friends.

Follow Rising Star on:
Instagram: instagram.com/RisingStarABC
Facebook: facebook.com/RisingStarABC
Twitter: @RisingStarABC, #RisingStar

Sarah Social:
Twitter: @_SarahDarling
Facebook: facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling
Official web site: www.sarahdarling.com

MINDY SMITH ADDED TO “SARAH DARLING AND FRIENDS ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS” CONCERT LINE-UP AT FRANKLIN THEATRE FRIDAY, DEC. 13, 2013

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Special guests slated to perform at the recently-announced “Sarah Darling and Friends Acoustic Christmas” concert on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Franklin Theatre will now include critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Mindy Smith, whose new Christmas EP, Snowed In, is the latest addition to the half-million albums sold over her career. Also on the bill are up-and-coming artists Jenn Bostic, Matthew Perryman Jones and Tyler Flowers.

Tickets are on sale now! To purchase, click here.

The concert, set in the picturesque setting of historic downtown Franklin, TN, celebrates Darling’s release of her debut Christmas EP, Have A Merry Little Christmas Darling, produced by Emmy-nominated Musical Director Steve Gibson (Grand Ole Opry, CMA Awards, CMA Country Christmas). The EP is now available on iTunes and her official website ( www.sarahdarling.com).

Have A Merry Little Christmas Darling “adds another dimension to Darling’s already diversified portfolio,” (Breathecast), and features well-known holiday classics including “The Christmas Song,” “Silent Night,” and “I’ll Be Home For Christmas." Her poignant rendition of the Joni Mitchell original, “River,” is the "pride of the EP, capturing the pallid brokenness of the song's tortured soul with Kodak perspicuity," writes Breathecast. Moreover, Gibson's complementary production showcases her “crisp, powerhouse voice,” (The New York Times).

WHO: Sarah Darling with special guests Mindy Smith, Jenn Bostic, Matthew Perryman Jones and Tyler Flowers

WHEN: Friday, Dec. 13 at 8 p.m. CST

WHERE: The Franklin Theatre, 419 Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064

TICKETS: $25 / $35 / $45. To purchase, click here: http://bit.ly/18Zm2bT, or visit: http://www.franklintheatre.com.

Darling celebrated her 50th appearance on the Grand Ole Opry last night, Tuesday, Dec. 3. For more information on Sarah Darling, please visit www.sarahdarling.com.

SARAH DARLING POISED TO RELEASE BRAND-NEW CHRISTMAS E.P., HAVE A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS DARLING, ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19

Tickets ON SALE NOW for “Sarah Darling and Friends Acoustic Christmas” at The Franklin Theatre on Dec. 13

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (November 5, 2013) – In the season of sharing blessings comes the announcement that country music powerhouse vocalist Sarah Darling will share her gift of song with fans in celebration of Christmas. Have A Merry Little Christmas Darling, a four song E.P. produced by long-time Musical Director (CMA Awards, CMA "Country Christmas," Grand Ole Opry) and recent Emmy Award nominee, Steve Gibson, will become available to fans worldwide on iTunes Tuesday, November 19. 

The new, independently released E.P. will feature a selection of classic Christmas songs, intricately crafted to Darling’s “crisp, powerhouse voice,” as hailed by The New York Times. Collaborating in the studio with Gibson, Darling feels they have created an E.P. that is the best representation of herself as an artist in a holiday timepiece. “You will hear so much of who I am in every track and will be taken away to nostalgic times of Christmas past. It was such a magical project to record," she says. 

Have A Merry Little Christmas Darling Track Listing:

1.) "The Christmas Song" ("Chesnuts Roasting On An Open Fire")

2.) "River" (original by Joni Mitchell)

3.) "I'll Be Home For Christmas"

4.) "Silent Night"

Moreover, tickets are ON SALE NOW for the "Sarah Darling and Friends Acoustic Christmas” concert at The Franklin Theatre on Dec. 13, where she will debut the new tracks alongside Matthew Perryman Jones, Jenn Bostic and other soon-to-be-announced special guests. The historic theatre nestled in the charming town of Franklin, Tenn. will create a picturesque holiday setting for Darling and her special guests to showcase their critically-acclaimed talent.  

PURCHASE TICKETS NOW by clicking here:  http://bit.ly/16t1AhS

Prices vary based on seating area ranging from $25, $30 to $35. 

Please visit  http://www.franklintheatre.com/tickets/music/ for more info. A VIP media reception will be held prior to the concert. To RSVP, please contact Amanda French at amanda@marqueepr.com.

Featured this week as one of CMT’s “Next Women of Country” at a special event in Nashville, Tenn., Darling is on the rise as one of the top new female artists in the genre. Her Top 35 Country Billboard sales hit, "Home To Me" spawned appearances on CONAN, ABC's The Bachelor, FOX & Friends, CNN, AXS-TV and many more. Moreover, she has been invited to perform at the Grand Ole Opry over 47 times. For additional information, visit www.sarahdarling.com or follow her on Facebook and Twitter.

MAYOR KARL DEAN AND COUNTRY STARS CASEY JAMES, SARAH DARLING AND STRIKING MATCHES HONOR MUSIC TEACHERS AT NAfME CONFERENCE

Over 3,500 Teachers, School Administrators & Students Packed Grand Ole Opry House for Inaugural Event

Left to right: Sarah Zimmermann, Justin Davis, Casey James, and Sarah Darling

Credit: Randi Radcliff

NASHVILLE, TENN. (October 28, 2013) – Last night, Sunday, Oct. 27, country music stars Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches and the city of Nashville honored music teachers nationwide for all they do to support quality music education in schools during a special concert at the Grand Ole Opry House. The concert kicked off the National Association for Music Education’s (NAfME) 2013 National In-Service Conference, which is being held now through Oct. 30 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. Nashville Mayor Karl Dean welcomed the packed house of over 3,500 concert attendees saying, “I think it’s pretty clear that a quality arts education and in particular, a quality music education, is a key component to a well-rounded, successful education program. Arts education is not a frill, it is not optional -- not if we are going to give our students the tools they need to live rich and rewarding lives.”

Rising country duo Striking Matches (Justin Davis, Sarah Zimmermann), who were signed to new label, I.R.S. Records Nashville, earlier this week kicked-off the music for the night with harmonizing vocals and blazing guitars. “This is an amazing honor for us to be here and perform for you,” said Davis. “No offense to any of my other elementary school teachers but the only name I really remember is my music teacher!”

Powerhouse vocalist Sarah Darling followed their set with her four-piece band, belting out hit single “Home To Me,” and other crowd-pleasing songs like “Ho Hey” (The Lumineers) and “Missing You,” (John Waite). Attendees filled the Grand Ole Opry House with the glow of cell phone lights during the jaw-dropping delivery of her final song, “Landslide.” She closed expressing her gratitude for NAfME honoring her with the “Stand For Music” Award earlier this year and the work of all music educators.

 American Idol finalist and headliner Casey James ended the night with an acoustic set including his hit “Crying on Her Suitcase,” to an enthused crowd who sang along to every word. “Music education is very important to me and I’m glad I can be a part of it,” he said. “I really appreciate what you all are doing for aspiring musicians.”

Outlining the vision behind the “Music Makes Us” program, which has been supported by Nashville’s music industry community, other local businesses and community leaders, Mayor Dean emphasized that cities can and should be ensuring students receive a quality music education in the schools, even in tough economic times. “What I want to leave with you is that it can be done,” he said. “Thank you for all you do in your local communities to make sure music remains a priority.” NAfME President Nancy Ditmer then presented Dean with a special award in honor of all of his work.

Pictured on the right, Artists also participated in a Q&A for students prior to the concert, answering questions they had about breaking into the music industry and the challenges of achieving long-term success.

The concert kicked-off a slew of other entertainment events to take place during NAfME’s conference this week, including a performance by more than 670 students selected as part of the All-National Honors Ensemble – the most skilled high school musicians in the country. Following Nashville At-Large City Councilman Ronnie Steine’s Keynote Address and other professional development workshops today, NAfME will host a fundraiser for their Give A Note Foundation for members at the Wildhorse Saloon tonight.

For additional program information, please visit http://inserviceconference.nafme.org.

National Association for Music Education, among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education. NAfME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers. The Association orchestrates success for millions of students nationwide and has supported music educators at all teaching levels for more than a century.  With more than 70,000 members, the organization is the voice of music education in the United States. Follow NAfME on Twitter (twitter.com/nafme) and on Facebook (facebook.com/nafme).

RISING RECORDING ARTISTS AND NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR MUSIC EDUCATION (NAFME) SALUTE MUSIC TEACHERS

Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches and Mark Wilkinson to Perform Opening Night of 2013 NAFME National In-Service Conference at Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, TN

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 18, 2013) – On October 27, 2013, some of music’s top new recording artists will come together at the historic Grand Ole Opry House to shine the spotlight on the work of music teachers and show their gratitude for all that educators do to spread the joy of music in our nation’s schools. The special concert will kick-off the 2013 National Association of Music Education’s (NAFME) National In-Service Conference, and admission is FREE to all conference attendees, invited guests and All-National Honor Ensemble students.

American Idol finalist and 19/Columbia Records recording artist Casey James, known for country radio hits “Let’s Don’t Call It A Night,” and “Crying On Her Suitcase,” is an advocate for access to music in schools. “I really appreciate what music teachers are doing for aspiring musicians," he said. "Music education is very important to me and I’m glad I can be a part of NAFME’s Conference."

Country music star Sarah Darling, 2013 recipient of NAFME’s "Stand for Music" Award, adds, “My 7th and 8th grade music teacher, Ms. Stephanie Rumple, was a great influence on me. It was her careful guidance and passion for the arts that started me on my musical journey. I feel like I owe her, and all of the music teachers out there who help preserve music in our schools a huge ‘thank-you’, for all they do. This concert will hopefully resonate with them as our way of showing thanks for their work that sometimes goes unrecognized!”

James and Darling will join their peers Striking Matches (MTV/VH1/CMT’s O Music Awards finalist) and Australian chart-topper Mark Wilkinson (“Middle Ground,” “All I Ever Wanted’), to perform their fan-favorite songs in an exclusive, intimate setting reserved for those who inspire students through music.

The concert at the Grand Ole Opry House is one of the many highlights planned for the four-day NAFME National In-Service Conference taking place October 27 - 30, where the main theme centers around ways in which “Music Education Orchestrates Success”— in school, in work, and in life. 

 Teachers and school administrators who attend will address the proposed re-authorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, gain new insights into how classroom teaching styles are being evaluated, attend targeted professional development workshops, and celebrate the achievements of some of the nation’s most distinguished student musicians.

For additional program information, please visit http://inserviceconference.nafme.org 

National Association for Music Education, among the world’s largest arts education organizations, is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education. NAFME advocates at the local, state, and national levels; provides resources for teachers, parents, and administrators; hosts professional development events; and offers a variety of opportunities for students and teachers. The Association orchestrates success for millions of students nationwide and has supported music educators at all teaching levels for more than a century. With more than 70,000 members, the organization is the voice of music education in the United States. Follow NAFME on Twitter ( twitter.com/nafme) and on Facebook ( facebook.com/nafme).

SARAH DARLING TO MAKE NATIONAL DEBUT OF "LITTLE UMBRELLAS" ON FOX & FRIENDS THIS SATURDAY

Darling will also perform on CBS New York's "The Couch" Friday, August 23

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Wednesday, August 21, 2013) -- Country music star Sarah Darling has been making heartaches disappear all summer long with her latest feel-good break-up anthem, "Little Umbrellas," and now she'll debut the song on national TV on FOX & Friends this Saturday, August 24 (6 a.m. to 10 a.m. EDT). Darling will also perform on CBS New York's "The Couch," Friday, August 23 (7 a.m. to 9 a.m. EDT) where she'll share what it was like to tour with Alan Jackson, release her first EDM remix, and more, all in support of her two headlining shows in the New York area this weekend.

Making her mark on the country genre with her Top 35 Country Billboard sales single, "Home To Me," in early 2013, Darling released "Little Umbrellas" at the 'unofficial' start of summer over Memorial Day weekend. The song spawned immediate praise from music critics including Robert K. Oermann (Music Row) who called it "perky, bopping and extremely catchy," and catapulted to the Top 12 on Sirius XM's "The Highway Hot 30 Live." It continues to earn radio spins weekly.

"'Little Umbrellas' is my first independent single release, so it was a pretty big risk for my team and I to put it out there. I'm truly taken back and humbled by the incredible momentum it's generated, " she said. "Thanks to all of my fans and industry supporters who have helped make it my 'Soundtrack to Summer 2013!' It's the greatest gratification when I look out in the crowd I see people up out of their seats dancing and singing along to it...that's why I do what I do!"

Darling will have the chance to thank her fans personally during a live streaming concert on StageIt tonight, Wednesday, August 21 at 8 p.m. EDT / 7 p.m. CDT. All available tickets were sold-out in less than 45 minutes after the show was announced via her Facebook and Twitter pages, but thanks to earnest hankering from fans, additional tickets have been added! To purchase, click here. Ticketholders and tippers have the chance to win exclusive prizes like autographed CDs, photos and even a personal call from Darling over Skype.

Additionally, over the next three weeks, fans can beat the August heat with Yallwire's exclusive "Little Umbrellas" prize pack contest. Register to win exclusive Sarah Darling merchandise including a signed umbrella and CD, which includes the EDM remix version of "Little Umbrellas" (ft. DJ DU). Darling will appear on the Yallwire homepage "Hot List" for coming weeks. Spread the word on Twitter and Facebook using #LittleUmbrellas.

Darling will perform this Friday, August 23 at The Newton Theatre in Newton, NJ and again in the tropical, tiki hut setting of the Dublin Deck in Patchogue, NY on Sunday, August 25. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door.

For more information on Sarah Darling, visit www.sarahdarling.com or follow her on Twitter at Twitter.com/_SarahDarling and Facebook at Facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling.

SARAH DARLING CALLS OPENING FOR COUNTRY MUSIC SUPERSTAR ALAN JACKSON "BEYOND AMAZING"

Darling to Perform "Little Umbrellas" on FOX & Friends August 24

Sarah Darling (left) with Alan Jackson prior to opening Saturday night's show in Salt Lake City, Utah.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Monday, August 12, 2013) -- As a waitress at Nashville's Stoney River Steakhouse® prior to landing her first record deal, Sarah Darling waited on country superstar Alan Jackson, dreaming what it might be like if she could one day share the stage with him. This past weekend, she celebrated that milestone, opening back-to-back shows for Jackson in Boise, Idaho, Salt Lake City, Utah and Arlington, Wash. (August 9, 10, and 11). Calling the experience "beyond amazing" on Twitter, Darling adds, "I was blessed to have been on tour with one of the most humble and gracious men in the music business this weekend. What an unforgettable experience. Thank you Alan!"

This Saturday, Darling will make her forty-first appearance at the Grand Ole Opry prior to performing as part of Southern Living's "Biscuits & Jam" concert series presented by AT&T U-verse at The Woods at Fontanel on Sunday. Then she'll head to New York City for the national television debut of her latest summertime hit "Little Umbrellas" on FOX & Friends Saturday, August 24.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

August 17 | Grand Ole Opry | Nashville, Tenn.
August 18 | Southern Living's "Biscuits & Jam" (Fontanel) | Nashville, Tenn.
August 23 | The Newton Theatre | Newton, N.J.
August 25 | Dublin Deck | Long Island, N.Y.

Darling entertains on stage to over 12,000 attendees in Salt Lake City, Utah at the USANA Amphitheater.

Darling is featured in the "New To You" section of the August issue of Maverick magazine where her music is called, "Honest, emotional and just the way music should be," by Editor Alan Cackett who adds, "This girl can definitely sing!"

Last Friday, fans were treated to a LIVE Google Hangout with Darling, hosted by SheKnows.com, where she answered fan questions submitted via Twitter. One fan asked, "If you could do a duet with anyone who would it be?" Sarah responded saying her dream duet partners are Stevie Nicks, Michael Bublé, Blake Shelton and Jake Owen, and adds if she weren't a singer, she would be a pastry chef. Watch the full interview here:  http://bit.ly/15Uh25m.

Darling experienced success earlier this year with the release of her latest E.P., Home To Me (in stores now). The disc features the title track, Darling's first Top 35 Country Billboard sales single that spawned appearances on TBS' CONAN, ABC's The Bachelor and more. Her latest single release, "Little Umbrellas" (now available on iTunes) is Top 20 on Sirius XM's "The Highway" and earning increased spins each week on country radio stations nationwide.

For more information on Sarah Darling, visit www.sarahdarling.com.
Follow her on Twitter ( @_SarahDarling) and Facebook (www.Facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling).

SARAH DARLING AND DJ DU POP UP "LITTLE UMBRELLAS"

Remix version of country music's "Soundtrack to Summer 2013" now available on iTunes and other digital retail stores

 

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE "LITTLE UMBRELLAS REMIX" ON iTUNES

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Tuesday, July 16, 2013) -- Country music recording artist Sarah Darling has teamed up with DJ and Remix Producer, DJ DU to add an electronic dance flavor to her catchy, summertime single " Little Umbrellas," pegged the "Soundtrack to Summer 2013" by music industry execs. The hypnotic dance club version marks DJ DU's first commercial remix release and is NOW AVAILABLE nationwide on iTunes and other digital retail stores. Preview here.




On the new track, Darling kept her signature vocals true to the original, while DJ DU meshed electronica, pop and rock notes over an accelerated techno beat to create a remix version of "Little Umbrellas." The pair is confident the song will keep dance floors rockin' all summer long. "It is a summer anthem made for lovers of all types of music," DJ DU says. "Ladies will relate to it and there's no doubt guys can even use a 'little umbrella' in their drink every once in awhile."

The original "Little Umbrellas" is currently Top 20 and climbing on Sirius XM's "Highway Hot 30 Live" and earning increased mainstream country radio spins each week. Darling, who celebrated Top 35 Country Billboard sales success with former single " Home To Me" and appearances on CONAN, FOX & Friends, ABC's The Bachelor, HLN Morning Express and more, presented the idea for the remix to DJ DU after meeting him in a Nashville restaurant a few months back.

"Making a remix is something I've always wanted to do, so when I met DJ DU I knew he was the man for the job," Darling says. "He brought this song to life in another way and made it perfect to dance to. Can't wait for my fans to hear it!"

DJ DU made his national TV debut on the American Music Awards (FOX) where he mixed Kip Moore's "Something 'Bout A Truck," and "Beer Money," and since has been on the rise to music stardom. The first DJ signed to CAA, DJ DU spun a run of shows at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, secured a headlining spot at Nashville's GRAMMY Block Party and performed throughout the CMA Music Festival for thousands of country music fans. The former full-time DJ of a country/Top 40 dance club in Phoenix, Ariz. hopes the release of "Little Umbrellas" will spawn a positive reaction from music fans of all genres. "I hope everyone enjoys the remix as much as I enjoy Sarah's original," he says.

"I've always thought Sarah was an immense talent and it's an honor to not only work with her on this project but to have it be my first commercial remix release. No matter what happens in either of our careers from here, this one will always be special," DJ DU adds.

Darling and DJ DU will both make an appearance at this weekend's Country Thunder music festival in Twin Lakes, Wis., July 18-21, 2013.


(Copyright 2013: Black River Publishing, Song Factory Music)

More information on Sarah Darling can be found at www.SarahDarling.com or follow her on Twitter @_SarahDarling and Facebook at www.Facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling.

Find more of DJ DU's music on soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/djdumusic. Additional info can be found at www.DJDU.net and on Twitter @DJDUMusic.

SARAH DARLING TO HEADLINE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME® AND MUSEUM’S HOT NIGHTS AT THE HALL CONCERT ON JULY 19 IN NASHVILLE

Admission to concert FREE for all museum members 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Wednesday, July 10, 2013) – As her latest single "Little Umbrellas" holds steady at No. 20 on Sirius XM's "The Highway Hot 30 Live with Storme Warren" this week, country music star Sarah Darling announces her headlining performance July 19 as part of the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum’s Hot Nights at the Hall concert series for museum members. The show will begin at 6 p.m. CDT, with Darling taking the stage at 7 p.m. CDT. Admission to the event will include an autograph signing from Darling, complimentary food, a cash bar, a limited edition, commemorative Hatch Show Print® poster and exclusive access to the museum and Museum Store.

This announcement comes as Darling's latest music video, which debuted July 1 on America's most widely-read news magazine Parade.com, is now spinning on CMT Pure and CMT.com. Additionally, fans will be able to download the dance remix version of "Little Umbrellas," (produced by DJ Du) on iTunes this week. Stay tuned to SarahDarling.com for updates. Currently out on the road performing at fairs and festivals across the country, Darling is gearing up to open select dates this summer/fall for country superstar Alan Jackson.

The upcoming Hot Nights at the Hall concert will take place in the museum’s Curb Conservatory. Admission is free for all museum members, and a membership may be purchased at the door or by phone at (615) 291-8419. Attendees will also have a chance to view the museum’s new exhibition Carrie Underwood: The Blown Away Tour, which opened last month.

For more information on Sarah Darling, visit www.SarahDarling.com. Follow her on Facebook: Facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling and Twitter: @_SarahDarling.

NEW MUSIC: "LITTLE UMBRELLAS" BY SARAH DARLING NOW AVAILABLE ON iTUNES AND AMAZON.COM

Start requesting "Little Umbrellas", the new single from country music's own darling, Sarah Darling. The single was officially released for download on June 4, 2013. 

We had the pleasure of hearing Sarah perform this live at CMA Fest on the Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena and the audience loved it, some even holding the same cute, colorful parasols you see in the picture below as they sang along. This is going to be a standout hit this summer, so head over to iTunes  or Amazon.com and download it to your playlist.

JERROD NIEMANN HEADLINES “YEP PRESENTS CLASSIC COUNTRY REVIVAL” AT 3RD AND LINDSLEY ON MAY 29

Additional Performers Include James Otto, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches, and More

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Jerrod Niemann will headline the Third Annual YEP Presents Classic Country Revival, which will take place on Wednesday, May 29, at 3rd and Lindsley. Doors open at 6:00 PM and the show begins at 7:00 PM. Tickets will go on sale today (May 7), and are $10 in advance at www.3rdandlindsley.com or $15 at the door. Additional performers will include James Otto, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches, Brinley Addington, Westbound Rangers, Two Story Road, and Ben Danaher, as well as special guests. All proceeds will be donated to the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum.

The Classic Country Revival will pay tribute to country music legends, as each artist will perform two songs that were originally made famous by inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The event aims to promote the history of the artists enshrined in the Country Music Hall of Fame to a younger generation.

“The artists inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame created the foundation that our industry is built on,” said Marc Rucker, Crush Management Nashville and a member of the Board of Directors for the Young Entertainment Professionals Network (YEP). “We want to pay tribute to them and make sure their legacy is remembered and revered for generations to come. Accordingly, we’ll be donating the proceeds from this event to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.”

Sea Gayle Records/Arista Nashville recording artist Niemann earned a nomination for the CMA New Artist of the Year Award in 2010 on the strength of his first major label album, Judge Jerrod & the Hung Jury, which debuted at No. 1. His hits include “What Do You Want,” “One More Drinkin’ Song,” “Shinin’ on Me,” and the No. 1 smash “Lover, Lover.” Niemann’s current album is Free the Music. For more info, please visit www.jerrodniemannofficial.com.
 

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

 

TUNE IN ALERT: SARAH DARLING TO APPEAR ON CNN

TUNE IN ALERT: COUNTRY STAR SARAH DARLING TO APPEAR ON CNN'S "100 WAYS TO EAT LIKE A LOCAL"

 

Photo credit: Sara Kauss

 

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 30, 2013) - During a worldwide quest to uncover "100 Places To Eat Like A Local" in various cities, CNN made a stop in Nashville and asked rising country star, Sarah Darling, to reveal one of her favorite local eateries. Flip the tube this week to CNN's "News and Views" network, HLN, to see just what she picked! A list of airtimes is below.

Airtimes for "100 Places To Eat Like A Local" on HLN:

Wednesday, May 1: 6 a.m., 8 a.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m. EDT
Thursday, May 2: 6 a.m., 8 a.m., 3 p.m. EDT
Saturday, May 4: 9 a.m., 10 a.m. EDT
Sunday, May 5: 9 a.m., 10 a.m. EDT

More on CNN's "100 Ways To Eat Like A Local" can be found here.

For more information on Sarah Darling, visit www.sarahdarling.com or follow her on Twitter at @_SarahDarling or Facebook at www.facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling.

SARAH DARLING MEETS MUSICAL HERO

 

Sarah Darling (left) poses with Joy Williams (right) of The Civil Wars at Wednesday night's premiere of "For the Love of Music...The Story of Nashville."

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 25, 2013) - Country music starlet Sarah Darling attended last night's premiere of "For the Love of Music...The Story of Nashville" during the Nashville Film Festival and just so happened to run in to one of her most-admired musical heroes, Joy Williams of The Civil Wars.

Darling posed for a photo with the GRAMMY Award-winning artist, and this morning she tweeted: @_SarahDarling: "I met Joy from @thecivilwars last night! My favorite singer ever!"
The experience was an "honor," Darling says, and adds that her big-screen debut in the film, which showcased one of her performances at the historic Grand Ole Opry, certainly was too. "To be featured in the film alongside so many talented artists in this town was truly humbling for me. I'm glad I could play a part in showcasing such an amazing city."

Darling also commented on the film's anticipated premiere in Tuesday's issue of The Tennessean. "I couldn't be more excited, because the doors are wide open for all kinds of musicians [here in Nashville]," she says. "If you have a passion for music, you should be here."
Celebrating the success of her latest single, "Home To Me," which has sold over 100,000 downloads and climbing, Darling is currently out with Scotty McCreery on tour as part of his Weekend Roadtrip Tour.

For the latest photo updates from the road and career happenings, follow her on Twitter at @_SarahDarling, Facebook at www.facebook.com/OfficialSarahDarling and her official website at www.sarahdarling.com.

SARAH DARLING “HOME TO ME” SALES INCREASE 220% FOLLOWING PERFORMANCE ON ABC’s HIT ROMANCE REALITY SERIES THE BACHELOR

Darling to Make Second Appearance During “The Bachelor: Sean Tells All Special” on Tuesday, February 19 at 8PM CT.

Nashville, TN…(February 14, 2013)… Sarah Darling’s featured performance during the February 4 episode of ABC’s The Bachelor has translated to a 220% increase in “Home To Me” sales.  With more than 15,500 units sold in the week following her appearance on the show, the collective “Home To Me” total is now over 75,000 units sold. The Home To Me EP was digitally released on January 29.

Fans of Sarah will have a second opportunity to see her on The Bachelor as Darling will be featured for a second time during the newly announced The Bachelor: Sean Tells All Special on Tuesday, February 19 at 8PM CT on ABC.

The one-hour special will feature The Bachelor star sitting down with host Chris Harrison to talk about his journey on the reality show so far. He’ll discuss the women he’s sent home and the most controversial contestant in the bunch, Tierra. The episode will feature never-before-seen footage including Sarah Darling’s concert in Whitefish, MT where she performed for Sean Lowe and his date Lindsay Yenter, as well as a sneak peek at the rest of the season.

This season on The Bachelor, Sean, 29, the successful Dallas businessman and entrepreneur who charmed fans while wooing Bachelorette Emily Maynard, meets 26 potential soul mates and gets another shot at love as the Bachelor.  Sean was blindsided in the Caribbean island of Curaçao when Emily rejected him, and viewers saw the devastated Sean wrestling to make sense of her decision.  Thankfully, Sean did not give up on his dream of love and he now knows with certainty that the time is right for him to risk it all again to try to find the right woman.  The Bachelor airs Mondays (8:00–10:01 p.m., ET/PT), on ABC.

SARAH DARLING IS THE FACE ON THE MOONPIE CARTON

Partnership Features Sarah Darling on Hundreds of Thousands of MoonPie Cartons

NASHVILLE, TN…(December 6, 2012)…Country music rising star Sarah Darling and MoonPie’s Vice President of Marketing, Tory Johnston announced the ‘“Home to Me’ Sweepstakes” and partnership with the Tennessee-based national brand today.

The Black River Entertainment recording artist will be featured on several hundred thousand cartons of the nationally distributed Chocolate 12-count Single Decker MoonPie.  Available at all four MoonPie General Stores, the item will also be carried nationally at grocery outlets including Bi-Lo, Harris Teeter, Ingles, Food Lion, Food City, Piggly Wiggly and many other chain and independent grocery stores.

“MoonPie and country music go pretty much hand in hand,” said Tory Johnston. “We believe Sarah is one of country music’s next big stars and we’re excited to feature her on-pack and give our consumers a chance to win a dream trip to Nashville to watch her perform at the Grand Ole Opry.  You could say we’re expecting the moon and the stars to align on this one!”

The promotional feature of the partnership highlights Sarah’s new hit single, “Home To Me,” while tying in a yearlong sweepstakes.  The sweepstakes includes an all-expenses paid trip to Nashville, a stay at Gaylord Opryland Resorts, VIP tickets to see Sarah perform at the Grand Ole Opry, a private meet and greet backstage with Darling, and autographed merchandise.  Airfare is provided by Southwest Airlines.  For additional information on the sweepstakes please visit opry.com/hometome/.

 “MoonPie has always been a tradition in my family!” shared Sarah.  “I love the story my mom tells me about when she was a little girl.  She said, ‘One of my favorite memories was visiting my grandma’s house and walking down the street to the general store to get banana MoonPies. Grandma would let me put it on her bill!’  “These are memories I hold dear in my heart.  It's like a little piece of home to me every time I take a bite of a MoonPie.”

Sarah’s new single, “Home To Me,” is at radio now and catching the attention of country superstars and fans alike.  The massively relatable song has found a home with thousands of country listeners with more than 35,500 units purchased since the digital release on August 21.

Written by Caitlyn Smith & Bobby Hamrick, the single is a breezy, mid-tempo track that takes the listener on a lyrical journey comparing her love interest to the beauty of America’s landscape as she finds “home” in that person.

Recently featured on CMT's "Big New Music Weekend,” Sarah’s music video for "Home To Me" is playing on CMT and GAC.  Fans can purchase the song and video on iTunes and view the music video on Vevo.