GRAMMY-NOMINATED THOMPSON SQUARE TO PERFORM BENEFIT CONCERT TO RAISE MONEY FOR RARE GENETIC DISORDER

MAY 6 CONCERT WILL BENEFIT THE CHILDREN’S TUMOR FOUNDATION

On Monday, May 6, 2019, GRAMMY-nominated, MULTI-PLATINUM Country duo THOMPSON SQUARE will perform A Night of Hope: A Concert to End NF at the Franklin Theatre in Franklin, TN, to raise awareness and money for neurofibromatosis. Also known as NF, this rare genetic disorder causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. It affects 1 in 3,000 people of all populations, and there is no cure. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Children’s Tumor Foundation, the leader in the fight to end NF and a model for innovative research endeavors.

Thompson Square is comprised of husband-and-wife team, Keifer and Shawna Thompson. Since breaking out in 2010 with their 2X-PLATINUM #1 smash “Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not,” the pair have gone on to score two Top 5 albums and another romantic #1 hit with PLATINUM-certified “If I Didn’t Have You,” while also racking up multiple GRAMMY nominations and three trophies as Vocal Duo of the Year from the ACM and CMA Awards. Thompson Square’s third studio album, MASTERPIECE, is out now.

“We’re honored to be performing at A Concert to End NF and helping to bring awareness to this devastating disease,” shared Keifer.

Shawna adds, “Family is everything to us, and it means so much to be a part of something that is bringing the community together, making memories and helping raise money for research.”

The benefit concert takes place during NF Awareness Month, a month-long awareness campaign that includes online and offline events designed to educate the community about this under-recognized genetic disorder and bring those living with NF together with their families, friends, the larger community, fundraisers and researchers. As part of the international Shine a Light on NF campaign, the Korean Way Veterans Memorial Bridge (Nashville, TN) will glow blue and green, joining hundreds of landmarks around the world. In prior years, former Governor Haslam has proclaimed the month of May as NF Awareness Month in Tennessee.

“The Children’s Tumor Foundation is thankful that Thompson Square will perform this benefit concert during NF Awareness Month,” said Annette Bakker, PhD, Children’s Tumor Foundation President. “It takes many different ways of raising money and awareness to make an impact and drive research forward, and we’re ecstatic to have the support of Thompson Square.”

Currently there is no cure for NF, but clinicians and scientists are optimistic that with funding for more research, actionable treatment options to improve the lives of the 2.5 million people living with NF will be attainable.

WSMV-TV Features Reporter Terry Bulger will host the evening.

To purchase tickets to see Thompson Square perform in A Night of Hope: A Concert to End NF, visit ctf.org/nightofhope.

To learn more about neurofibromatosis and the Children’s Tumor Foundation, visit www.ctf.org.

#CMAFEST2017 - TY HERNDON'S CONCERT FOR LOVE AND ACCEPTANCE REVEALS FIRST ROUND TALENT LINEUP INCLUDING BILLY GILMAN, KREE HARRISON, RYAN KINDER, RUNAWAY JUNE, LORRIE MORGAN, MICHAEL RAY, STREET CORNER SYMPHONY AND THOMPSON SQUARE

‪Ty Herndon‪’s Concert for Love and Acceptance Reveals First Round Talent Lineup

CMT joins as media partner, GLAAD returns as nonprofit partner

Ty Herndon’s 2017 Concert for Love & Acceptance, hosted by Cody Alan, announced its initial artist lineup, with more to be announced in the coming weeks. In addition to Ty Herndon, this year’s talent lineup already includes Billy Gilman, Kree Harrison, Ryan Kinder, Runaway June, Lorrie Morgan, Michael Ray, Street Corner Symphony, and Thompson Square. The event, created to support at-risk youth, will be held on Thursday, June 8th starting at 7 p.m. at Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, Tenn.

‪Grammy-nominated and Dove Award winning artist, Ty Herndon created and co-hosted the first Concert for Love & Acceptance alongside GLAAD in 2015, when his 20th anniversary fan club party turned into a coalition of artists gathering in support of Nashville’s at-risk youth. The driving force behind the benefit is Herndon’s desire to foster positive cultural change and encourage Nashville’s youth to live to their fullest potential.

‪This year’s partners include media partner CMT and nonprofit partner GLAAD, as well as local sponsors Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Wade Weissmann Architecture, and Retief Skin Center.

‪The first Concert for Love & Acceptance received national attention from Boston Globe, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Tonight, People Magazine and more. A philanthropist at heart, Herndon has also donated his time to organizations such as the Trevor Project, Make A Wish, St. Jude, GLAAD, HRC and Feed the Children.

‪For more information on Concert for Love & Acceptance or to purchase tickets, please visit www.TyHerndon.com 

THOMPSON SQUARE MARKS HUGE DEBUT AT COUNTRY RADIO WITH PASSIONATE NEW SINGLE "YOU MAKE IT LOOK SO GOOD

Multi-Platinum Selling Thompson Square Bookends
CMA Music Fest with Big Debut at Country Radio

Passionate New Single “You Make It Look So Good” is
3rd Most Added Country Song in the U.S. with 44 First Week Adds!

Multi-platinum selling Thompson Square scored 44 first week adds at country radio yesterday (6/13) with its new single “You Make It Look So Good,” making the passionate, power-duet the third most added country song in the U.S.

A return to form for the two-time ACM and CMA Award winning duo, “You Make It Look So Good” showcases Keifer and Shawna Thompson’s rapturous, soaring vocals over distinctive, melodic guitar licks. For its new music Thompson Square partnered with Nathan Chapman, famed producer for Taylor Swift, Keith Urban and The Band Perry.

“You Make It Look So Good” is available across all digital retailers and streaming partners now.

Download the song here: http://geni.us/ymilsg

Stream it here: http://smarturl.it/streamymilsg

Watch the “You Make It Look So Good” home movie starring four-month old baby Rigney Cooper Thompson here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzReRxRf0Gg

Thompson Square’s big add date bookends a busy CMA Music Festival for the chart-topping duo. Along with performing to at-capacity crowds at the Chevrolet Riverfront Stage and HGTV Lodge, the duo also packed the house for it’s interactive “Not So Newlywed Game” competition on the coveted CMA Close-Up Stage inside Fan Fair X. Thompson Square brings its energetic live show to fans this summer, headlining dates from coast-to-coast including:

June 18 - Fort Knox 

                Fort Knox, KY
June 20 - Downtown Lexington

                Lexington, KY
June 25 - US Highway 62

                New Palestine, IN
July 02 - Lisle’s Eyes to the Sky Festival

               Lisle, IL
July 03 - Lafrenierre Park

               Metairie, LA
July 04 - Red Rocks

               Morrison, CO
July 09 - Schaghticoke Fairgrounds

               Schaghticoke, NY
July 16 - LSUS Festival Grounds

               Shreveport, LA
July 23 - Waukesha Expo Center Grounds

               Waukesha, WI
July 30 - Von Braun Center South Hall

                Huntsville, AL

For a full list of concert dates visit: http://www.thompsonsquare.com/tour

ONLINE SERIES "THE PICKUP" ON THE ROAD WITH THOMPSON SQUARE, WRAPS UP CMA AWARDS WEEK AND PREVIEWS CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR

"The Pickup" Syndicated Online Series Profiles Country Music Artists, Events and Award Shows
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (November 17, 2015) -- Syndicated online series, "The Pickup," continues providing content and coverage of country music headlines, happenings and untold stories with the latest episode featuring Hank Williams Jr.'s CMA Awards opening number, a preview of this year's CMT Artists of the Year, a candid interview with Thompson Square and a special report about the a passing of a beloved folk singer/songwriter beloved by children.

The latest edition of "The Pickup" also includes Tanya Tucker's upcoming appearance at this year's Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's Christmas Tree Lighting on November 27 and a light-hearted chat with Thompson Square's Keifer and Shawna Thompson. The ACM and CMA Award-winning duo welcomed "The Pickup" host Adam Wurtzel into their tour bus to chat about what keeps them up at night.

In addition, Wurtzel interviews two artists who helped kindle his lifelong love for country music by traveling to Toronto to celebrate the legacy of Sharon, Lois & Bram, whose music entertained a generation of young viewers via "The Elephant Show" on Nickelodeon and "Skinnamarink TV" on TLC.

"Like millions of others, I grew up watching them on Nickelodeon and listening to their albums over and over again," Wurtzel says.  "Talking to Sharon and Bram about their true folk and country roots and reminiscing about their singing partner Lois, who passed away earlier this year, was a true bucket-list moment for me."

Their album sales have topped three million worldwide, and their performances have included appearances in Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and the White House.

In less than a year, "The Pickup" has expanded its online presence dramatically among country music fans by taking viewers behind the scenes at television tapings, concerts, festivals and special events, reporting breaking news and creating fun features involving the stars of country music.  New episodes can be viewed on the 1st and 15th of every month on major broadcasters' websites, various online media sites and Sky TV's CM&T program.

Previous episodes of "The Pickup" have covered opening day at the George Jones Museum, memorable moments from the Country Music Hall of Fame's most recent induction ceremony, CMA Music Festival 2015, a visit behind the scenes at "Larry's Country Diner," an all-star Halloween costume contest, a country legends concert at famed Nashville venue The Wildhorse, a pro water-slide adventure with Bucky Covington at Nashville Shores and much more.

Get social with "The Pickup" on Twitter at @ThePickup

Connect with Adam Wurtzel here: AdamWurtzel.com, Facebook.com/AdamWurtzel, and on Twitter at @AdamWurtzel

THOMPSON SQUARE’S “TRANS AM” WORLD PREMIERES TOMORROW, FRIDAY JUNE 5, ON CMT

Country Weekly & Glamour Give Fans Exclusive SNEAK PEEKS of Turbo-Charged New Video

Award Winning Duo Guest Star on DIY Network’s SALVAGE DAWGS 

Sunday, June 7th at 10 pm ET/ 9 pm CT

Photo credit: Weston Heflin

NASHVILLE, TN – The music video for Thompson Square’s high-velocity new single “Trans Am” premieres exclusively across CMT platforms tomorrow! Beginning Friday, June 5th, fans can catch the video on CMT and CMT Pure, and view it on demand at thompsonsquare.CMT.com and on CMT Artists App.

However, fans can get a SNEAK PEEK of Thompson Square’s new “Trans Am” video NOW via two unique features on CountryWeekly.com and Glamour.com.

CountryWeekly.com hosts an exclusive photo gallery from the set of “Trans Am.” The gallery of shots by photographer Weston Heflin is chock full of stylized images and playful candids that fans can’t see anywhere else. Check out the gallery and exclusive interview with Keifer Thompson here: http://hyperurl.co/rahtg4

Glamour.com goes behind the scenes of “Trans Am” in an exclusive video short, giving fans their first glimpse into the making of the video.

Watch Glamour’s exclusive “Trans Am: Behind the Scenes” video here: http://hyperurl.co/pbdloa

The fast-paced video for “Trans Am,” directed by award-winner Wes Edwards, was shot over a 15-hour day inside Nashville’s Soundcheck sound stage. Full of fire, attitude and sexy, arena rock-driven beats, “Trans Am” is the GRAMMY nominated duo’s first live performance video AND the first time Thompson Square’s band mates have guest starred in one of the duo’s videos.

Utilizing the actual staging and lighting rigs from Thompson Square’s live concerts, “Trans Am” showcases a grittier, fun-loving side of the married duo. The video captures the brazen passion and energy of Thompson Square’s live shows, something fans have long since celebrated.

Fans can purchase “Trans Am” at digital retailers now: http://geni.us/transam

This Sunday, Keifer and Shawna Thompson guest star on popular DIY Network program SALVAGE DAWGS. The chart-topping duo treat the Dawgs to a special performance while Mike and Tay work together to build a custom table for Thompson Square’s home.

SALVAGE DAWGS airs on the DIY Network this Sunday, June 7 at 10 pm ET/ 9 pm CT.

THOMPSON SQUARE HITS FULL THROTTLE WITH "TRANS AM" - HIGHEST ADD DATE OF CAREER WITH 60 FIRST WEEK STATIONS!

NEW SINGLE DEBUTS MOST ADDED AT U.S. COUNTRY RADIO 

Multi-Platinum Duo “Revs Up” With New Single in 

Six-Page COUNTRY WEEKLY feature

NASHVILLE, TN – Thompson Square returned to Country Radio at full throttle today when new single “Trans Am” earned the multi-platinum duo the highest debut add week of it’s career. The turbo-charged new single debuted with 66 first-week stations making “Trans Am” the #1 Most Added Country Radio Song in the U.S.

“It feels great to know that our friends at Country radio are still with us after all these years, are still excited about our music, and are embracing the new evolution of Thompson Square,” says Keifer Thompson about the outstanding support for “Trans Am.”

After spending the last few months in the studio with legendary producer/musician Dann Huff (Faith Hill/ Rascal Flatts), the award-winning Stoney Creek Records duo has emerged with a crisp, new sound chock full of fire, attitude and sexy, arena rock-driven beats.

“Trans AM” showcases a grittier, fun-loving side of the married duo. The song captures the brazen passion and energy of Thompson Square’s live shows, something fans have long since celebrated.

That same fun-loving side is profiled in a six-page spread featured in the April 20th issue of Country Weekly, on stands now. Keifer and Shawna Thompson show off some of their favorite rides from their personal collection – from Keifer’s 2008 Victory Vegas to the couple’s revamped, custom 1971 Bronco. Of course, the 2013 ACM “Vocal Duo of the Year” also discuss their fondness for the Trans Am and how the “dream machine” inspired not only Thompson Square’s new single, but its upcoming album as well.

“Trans Am” was co-written by Keifer and Shawna Thompson alongside Blair Daly (“Smile” Uncle Kracker) and the world-renown Nathan Chapman, famous for producing Taylor Swift’s first three albums.

Fans can purchase “Trans Am” at digital retailers now: http://smarturl.it/transam

The duo of Keifer and Shawna Thompson are a force to be reckoned with in the modern day Country music landscape. International Country music stars, Thompson Square has topped the radio charts across the Unites States, Canada and Australia with #1 hits “Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not,” “If I Didn’t Have You” and “Everything I Shouldn’t Be Thinking About,” respectively.

After taking its headlining “Just Feels Good Tour” across the U.S., Asia and Australia in 2014, Thompson Square took time off to collaborate in the studio with both Dann Huff and celebrated producer Mickey Jack Cones (Dustin Lynch/ Joe Nichols) to work on the Stoney Creek Records duo’s upcoming third album.

The result is a barefaced, emotionally charged and gutsy sound from the married duo that was honored as both the ACM and CMA “Vocal Duo of the Year” in 2012. Thompson Square continued its streak in 2013, once again securing the ACM Award for “Vocal Duo of the Year.” In all, Thompson Square has scored three #1 hits, six Top 20 hits, seven mainstream industry awards, over 25 award nominations and appeared on major media franchises from The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Conan, CBS This Morning to Elle, Glamour, People, Rolling Stone, USA Today, USA Weekend and many more.

Thompson Square’s “Trans Am” recently earned the duo the biggest add date of its career. “Trans Am” is the lead single from Thompson Square’s upcoming third album.

For more information visit: http://www.thompsonsquare.com

SINGLE REVIEW: "TRANS AM" - THOMPSON SQUARE

SINGLE: "Trans Am"

ARTIST: Thompson Square

REVIEWER: Alyse Smith

Follow Alyse on Twitter at @ASmith1300

Thompson Square’s latest release “Trans Am” is another clever offering from the constantly crafty duo. A tongue-in-cheek song, rife with innuendo it does not disappoint. With rather risqué lyrics Thompson Square starts out with the memorable line “She’s fast, she’s loud, looks pretty damn good with top off.” It takes until the chorus that they let you in on the secret that their Trans-Am is sexier than anything and Kiefer would love nothing more than for you (or you know, Shauna) to take a ride in it. An adventurous song with the “gears grindin’” and them flying faster and faster, hopeful evasion of those patriotic flashing lights and their night or possibly, life is set. A risky exploration into the night, full of daring and the surge of adrenaline, as close to flying as you can get.

Steve McQueen was surely thought of in the writer’s room and if he wasn’t a source of inspiration, he at least would love it. As he was emblematic of that era, muscle cars and black leather jackets, fearless escapades and skillful escapes, so is this song. For in these 3 minutes, Thompson Square has captured the sexy recklessness of the epoch of McQueen and Flynn. As known for their audacity on the screen as well as off of it. If this is just a taste of their upcoming album will hold, then I can surely not wait to see of the other feats they have for us.

ROLLING STONE COUNTRY UNVEILS FIRST LISTEN OF NEW THOMPSON SQUARE SINGLE “TRANS AM”

New Music From Multi-Platinum Selling Duo Impacts Country Radio on April 13

“TRANS AM” DIGITAL SINGLE AVAILABLE NOW

Photo by Dove Shore

NASHVILLE, TN – Multi-platinum selling Country duo Thompson Square is back with a ‘racy,’ head-turning new single “Trans Am” and Rolling Stone Country is giving fans the exclusive first listen on its home page today:  http://hyperurl.co/umrlvq 

After spending the last few months in the studio with legendary producer/musician Dann Huff (Faith Hill/ Rascal Flatts), the award-winning Stoney Creek Records duo has emerged with a crisp, new sound chock full of fire, attitude and sexy, arena rock-driven beats.

With lyrics like:

“I wanna hug those curves

And show you what this motor’s made of

Grinding the gears, 8-track blastin'

I wanna hear you screamin’ faster. . .

“Trans AM” showcases a grittier, fun-loving side of the married duo. The song captures the brazen passion and energy of Thompson Square’s live shows, something fans have long since celebrated.

“This new music is a very tempo-driven project that probably represents us more than both of its predecessors,” says Keifer Thompson. “'Trans Am’ is a state of mind. It’s about liberation and not being painted into a corner. These new recordings show a more aggressive side of Thompson Square and reflects what fans experience at our live shows. It’s a lot of fun for us.”

“Trans Am” was co-written by Keifer and Shawna Thompson alongside Blair Daly (“Smile” Uncle Kracker) and the world-renown Nathan Chapman, famous for producing Taylor Swift’s first three albums.

Fans can purchase “Trans Am” at digital retailers now: http://smarturl.it/transam

"NRA COUNTRY PRESENTS: LEE BRICE, THOMPSON SQUARE AND JOSH THOMPSON” SELLS OUT ITS SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR AT THE GREAT AMERICAN OUTDOOR SHOW

PRESS RELEASE

Nashville, Tenn. --  (February 18, 2015) …  2014’s ACM Song of the Year and this year’s Single Record of the Year nominee Lee Brice, ACM’s reigning Vocal Duo of the Year, Thompson Square, and evocative singer/songwriter, Josh Thompson thrilled a sold out crowd at the NRA Country concert during the 2015 Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, PA over the weekend, with Saturday night marking the show’s second consecutive year selling out.

Celebrating outdoor traditions treasured by millions of Americans and their families, the Great American Outdoor Show Presented by Outdoor Channel was held at Harrisburg’s Farm Show Complex February 7-15, 2015. Hundreds of thousands of attendees spent nine action-packed days celebrating the hunting, fishing and outdoor traditions treasured by millions of Americans and their families. The show featured over 1,000 exhibitors ranging from shooting manufacturers to outfitters to fishing boats and RV’s, and archery to art covering 650,000 square feet of exhibit hall space, not to mention a jam-packed schedule including fundraising dinners, speaking events, archery competitions, celebrity appearances, seminars and demonstrations.

Be sure to get NRA COUNTRY CONNECTED and JOIN the FREE Fan Club at NRACountry.com. Membership includes access to online concerts, fan club parties, contests, VIP meet & greets, exclusive content from your favorite country artists and other special offers and discounts on great outdoor gear and merchandise!

CONTEST - NRA COUNTRY WANTS TO MAKE YOU A CONCERT VIP WITH LEE BRICE AND THOMPSON SQUARE

CONTEST!!!!!!

On the first day of Christmas NRA Country gave to me...One heck of an opportunity!

In celebration of the Twelve Days of Christmas, and to thank you for being NRA Country Connected all year long, NRA Country is giving away exclusive VIP experience packages for the Great American Outdoor Show Concert featuring country music superstars Lee Brice and Thompson Square. Twelve lucky fans, who have purchased their tickets to the show, can enter for a chance to not only get to personally meet the stars backstage, but also catch the full show from an exclusive, VIP area!

The NRA Country Lee Brice and Thompson Square concert is Saturday, February 14th in the Large Arena at the Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Purchase your tickets now, and enter to win! Tickets are $30 for stadium seating/$35 for floor seating and can be purchased at www.greatamericanoutdoorshow.org now!

HOW DO I ENTER TO WIN?

It's simple...just tell us the best gift you've ever received! Submit your name, email, phone number and address along with a photo and a simple explanation of why this present stands out to Lisa@NRACountry.com for a chance to win.

GEORGE DUCAS TO RELEASE NEW CD, 4340, ON OCTOBER 29

Singer/songwriter and recording artist George Ducas will officially release his independent album entitled 4340 (Loud Records) on October 29, 2013. The highly anticipated grouping of thoughtful ballads, playful up-tempos and honky tonk must-haves is his first full-length release since his critically acclaimed Capitol Records recording projects GEORGE DUCAS and WHERE I STAND.

The new project is signatured as another George Ducas Original trademarked by his contemporary edge and timeless content. Without exception, 4340 showcases Ducas’ talents to illuminate storylines with defining imagery that brings lyrics to life. With co-writes alongside Keifer Thompson (Thompson Square), Jim Beavers (“Red Solo Cup”/Toby Keith, “5150”/Dierks Bentley), Radney Foster, Jon Henderson and Jason Matthews ("Must Be Doin' Something Right" / Billy Currington), the album is stocked with radio worthy tracks and lined with carefully painted musical canvasses.

The 4340 12-song musical compilation will be distributed by Select-O-Hits and available via all major Internet retail outlets (including Amazon, iTunes and Rhapsody).

SONGWRITING CREDITS

"Send Back My Heart" - (Gary Allan)
"Beer Run" - (Garth Brooks & George Jones)
"Never Say Die"  - (Dixie Chicks)
"Always The Love Songs"  - (Eli Young Band)
"Real Fine Place To Start" - (Sara Evans)
"Just Call Me Lonesome" / "Everybody Gets The Blues"  - (Radney Foster)
"Kiss Me In The Dark" / "Lonely Too Long"  - (Randy Rogers Band)
"Won't Be Lonely Long" - (Josh Thompson)
"Gimme The Good Stuff" - (Trisha Yearwood)

VIDEO REWIND: THOMPSON SQUARE PERFORMS ON FOX AND FRIENDS THIS MORNING (8/23)

Thompson Square played FOX & Friends All-American Summer Concert Series this morning and were honored for their music with a double platinum plaque for "Are You Gonna Kiss Me Or Not."

CLICK HERE TO WATCH PERFORMANCE

 

THOMPSON SQUARE HOSTS FOX AND FRIENDS PARTY ON AUG 23

Thompson Square is hosting one heck of a country party on the Fox News channel’s plaza in New York City this Friday (Aug. 23) as part of Fox & Friends All-American Summer Concert Series. The duo will perform a free set of their hits outside the Fox News building from 7 a.m.-9 a.m. ET. Those in attendance will be able to eat along with the music with free barbeque from Famous Dave’s during the show. The show will air live on the network at 7 a.m. ET.

THOMPSON SQUARE FORCED TO CANCEL THIS WEEKEND’S SHOWS DUE TO ILLNESS

NASHVILLE, TN – Reigning ACM & CMA Vocal Duo of the Year Thompson Square has been forced to cancel this weekend’s shows due to illness.

In a heartfelt message to fans today, Keifer Thompson states:

“It breaks my heart to tell our fans today that we must cancel our upcoming concert appearances this weekend. What many of you may not know is that I have recently been battling a very serious vocal condition.  I was urged by doctors to cancel Thompson Square's appearances and go on complete vocal rest several weeks ago; however, neither Shawna nor I wanted to disappoint our fans, which we love and respect dearly.  So we chose to continue performing our scheduled shows while I remained completely silent offstage in an effort to heal.  Unfortunately, at this time, I have been ordered by doctors to take the next step and to cancel this weekend’s shows in an effort to heal internally.

Words cannot express how devastated we both are to bring this news to our fans.  Our fans are on our minds every moment of every day – you are the reason we're here and the reason we get to live our dream of making music for a living.  We hope that you will understand what a difficult decision this has been and know that we can't wait to get back out on the road and make it up to you as soon as possible.”

Show cancellations include tonight’s headlining show in Glen Valley, VA at Innsbrook After Hours at the Snagajob Pavilion as well as Thompson Square’s appearances on the following Luke Bryan Dirt Road Diaries tour stops. Those shows will go on as planned with Cole Swindell now appearing.

May 30 -   Canandiagua, NY
May 31 -   Hartford, CT
June 1  -   Camden, NJ
June 2  -   Boston, MA

Thompson Square is a current CMT Music Award and Teen Choice Award nominee. The duo’s new album, JUST FEELS GOOD, is in stores now.

COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME® AND MUSEUM PREPARES FOR CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL WITH PACKED LINEUP OF AUTOGRAPH SIGNINGS AND ARTIST PERFORMANCES

Live from the Museum Store, Presented by CMT, Includes Appearances by Craig Campbell, Katie Cook, Lee Greenwood, Kristen Kelly, Love and Theft, Tate Stevens and Thompson Square

Other Programs Will Feature Brett James, Jamey Johnson

Museum to Offer Expanded Hours and Special Breakfast Menu June 6-9

NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 14, 2013 - As Nashville gears up to welcome thousands of country music fans for the CMA Music Festival, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum stands ready to greet them. During June 4-9, the museum will offer a packed schedule of autograph signings, performances and special programs; visitors can also take advantage of special museum hours, discounts and breakfast at the museum's Two Twenty-Two Grill. More information about events and special promotions can be found at countrymusichalloffame.org/cmafest.

Foremost among the museum's Music Fest-week events is the return of its series Live from the Museum Store, Presented by CMT, which will include autograph signings with CMT host Katie Cook, Lee Greenwood and Thompson Square; and free performances and autograph signings with Craig Campbell, Kristen Kelly, Love and Theft and Tate Stevens. The museum will also present a special Songwriter Session with Brett James and a tribute to hit songwriter Hank Cochran by Jamey Johnson. Museum admission is not required for Live from the Museum Store, Presented by CMT events; however, a purchase of artists' merchandise from the Museum Store is necessary to participate in the autograph signings. The Songwriter Session and Hank Cochran tribute are included with museum admission and are free to museum members.

Visitors who present their official CMA Music Festival badge or ticket at the door will enjoy special discounts, including $4 off adult general admission to the museum or a $10 discount on museum membership. (No other discounts apply. Not valid on discount packages.) Offers are valid June 4-12, 2013.

In addition to the dining and retail discounts museum members enjoy throughout the year, they also can take advantage of a fast pass ticket line and receive exclusive access to the second annual Member Lounge, which offers a place to cool off, relax and grab a few refreshments. The Member Lounge, sponsored by Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated, is open June 6-8, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

New to Music Fest-week is breakfast at the museum's Two Twenty-Two Grill. In addition to the restaurant's normal lunch schedule, 11:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., breakfast will be offered 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., on June 6-9. Reservations can be made by calling (615) 291-6759. A snack bar, Two Twenty-Two 2Go, is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.

The museum will also have special hours during the week. On June 5, the museum is open 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; on June 6-9, the museum is open 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Finally, Music Fest-week will offer visitors their first chance to see Carrie Underwood: The Blown Away Tour Exhibition, which opens on June 5, and a last chance to check out Patsy Cline: Crazy for Loving You, which closes June 10.

A schedule of Live from the Museum Store, Presented by CMT events, other programming and special museum hours for CMA Music Festival week is below:

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Museum hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Noon Thompson Square: Signing Museum Store

Thompson Square will sign their book Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not.

8:00 p.m. Hot Nights at the Hall with Ashley Monroe
This museum-members-only event includes live music, food, autograph signings and exclusive after-hours access to the museum. Hot Nights is sponsored by Coca-Cola Bottling Company Consolidated, Music City Tents and Events and RJ Young. Visitors who wish to attend may purchase a museum membership in advance or at the event. Visit the website for details.


Wednesday, June 5, 2013

Museum hours: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

3:30 p.m. Kristen Kelly: Performance and Signing Plaza, Museum Store

Kelly will sign her EP Kristen Kelly and a poster.

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Museum hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

11:30 a.m. Lee Greenwood: Signing Museum Store

Greenwood will sign his book Does God Still Bless the USA?: A Plea for a Better America and his CD I Want to Be in Your World.

2:00 p.m. Love and Theft: Performance and Signing Plaza, Museum Store

Love and Theft will sign their CD Love and Theft.

Friday, June 7, 2013

Museum hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m. Craig Campbell: Performance and Signing Plaza, Museum Store

Campbell will sign his CD Never Regret.
3:00 p.m. Tate Stevens: Performance and Signing Plaza, Museum Store

Stevens will sign his CD Tate Stevens.

Saturday, June 8, 2013

Museum hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

11:30 a.m. Songwriter Session w/Brett James Ford Theater

One of the most successful writers in contemporary country music, Brett James has written hits including "Blessed" (Martina McBride); "Cowboy Casanova" and "Jesus, Take the Wheel" (Carrie Underwood); "The Man I Want to Be" (Chris Young); "Out Last Night" (Kenny Chesney); "The Truth" (Jason Aldean); "When the Sun Goes Down" (Kenny Chesney) and "Who I Am" (Jessica Andrews). Included with museum admission. Free to museum members. Limited seating. Program pass required.


Sunday, June 9, 2013

Museum hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. Joe Fick: Slap Bass Demonstration Hall of Fame Rotunda

"Slick" Joe Fick has performed or recorded with Sonny Burgess, James Burton, D.J. Fontana, Wanda Jackson, the Jordanaires and Boots Randolph. His rockabilly band, the Dempseys, was named Beale Street Entertainers of the Year in 2009. Fick portrayed Elvis's bass player, Bill Black, in the 2006 Johnny Cash biopic, Walk the Line. Included with museum admission. Free to members.

2:00 p.m. Living for a Song: Tribute to Hank Cochran Ford Theater

Featuring Jamey Johnson

An accomplished songwriter, Jamey Johnson has written hits for himself ("In Color") and for other artists (George Strait's "Give It Away"). His most recent album, Living for a Song, features 16 classics written by the late songwriting legend Hank Cochran. For this panel discussion about the album, Johnson joins Cochran's widow, Suzi Cochran, and Buddy Cannon and Dale Dodson, Cochran's friends and producers of the album. Johnson will perform briefly, and the program will be illustrated with vintage photos, film footage and recordings. This program is presented in support of the exhibit Patsy Cline: Crazy for Loving You. The event will be streamed live on countrymusichalloffame.org. Included with museum admission. Free to museum members. Limited seating. Program pass required.

2:00 p.m. Katie Cook: Signing Museum Store

Cook will sign her books Little Big Benny: The Boy Who Didn't Know He Was the Universe,
Little Big Benny: Double Stick Karma and Little Big Benny: The Wicked Itch.
The Songwriter Session, Slap Bass Demonstration and the Cochran tribute are included with museum admission ($22 for adults, $14 for children ages 6 to 17, and free for children under 6) and free to museum members.

Seating for the programs is limited, and program passes are required for admittance. (Visit the museum's website for complete admission and signing details.)

Artist performances on the plaza do not require admission. Please note: signing passes are required for all autograph signings and will be included with transaction at time of purchase of artists' product. Most signing passes can be obtained on the museum's website beginning May 15 at 10:00 a.m. CDT. They can also be obtained in the Museum Store beginning on June 3 at 9:30 a.m. CDT. List of confirmed artists is subject to change. Please visit countrymusichalloffame.org/cmafest to view an up-to-date schedule and signing guidelines.

The museum offers discounted admission ($20) to seniors (60 and older), the military and students (with valid IDs). Group rates are available for tours of 15 or more. There is no charge to visit the Curb Conservatory or the Museum Store.

Museum programs are made possible, in part, by grants from the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission and by an agreement between the Tennessee Arts Commission and National Endowment for the Arts.

VIDEO PREMIERE: "IF I DIDN'T HAVE YOU" - THOMPSON SQUARE

Keifer and Shawna Thompson, better known as the award-winning husband and wife duo Thompson Square, premiered their new music video, "If I Didn't Have You," today across CMT platforms.Valentine's Day provides a special opportunity for the heartfelt song and loving message.

"If I Didn't Have You,"  which is currently #15 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, is the lead single from T2's upcoming album, Just Feels Good, due in stores 3/26.

The premiere comes on the heels of the duo's ACM nomination for Vocal Duo of the Year announced yesterday on February 13th. The ACM Awards will be broadcast live from Las Vegas on April 7, 2013 on CBS.

THOMPSON SQUARE VISIT HONDURAN VILLAGE WITH CHILDFUND INTERNATIONAL

(NASHVILLE, TN) – Reigning ACM Top Vocal Duo and CMA Vocal Duo of the Year Thompson Square took time out of its touring schedule this past week to visit the Honduran village of Lepaterique as celebrity ambassadors of ChildFund International (CFI).

The husband/wife duo, which promotes the organization’s child development work through ChildFund’s LIVE! artist program, traveled to Honduras to meet the 4-year-old child Emerson whom they sponsor through the program.  While in Lepaterique, Keifer and Shawna Thompson spent time visiting with Emerson and his family and touring the village’s school system in order to get a first-hand look of ChildFund International’s programs.  Thompson Square also took the opportunity to shoot a special CFI video for its recent hit single, “Glass.”

Last week, Thompson Square announced details for its upcoming new album, Just Feels Good, in stores on March 26th.  The current 2013 ACM Top Vocal Duo/ Group Nominee rejoins Luke Bryan on the road beginning February 7th with shows in Uniondale, NY, State College, PA and Charleston, WV.

For more information on Thompson Square’s upcoming album, tour dates and the duo’s work with ChildFund International, visit: http://www.thompsonsquare.com

ONLINE EVENT (STAGEIT.COM) - OCTOBER 30 AT 3:00PM - THOMPSON SQUARE

Thompson Square is taking over Stageit on October 30 at 3:00pm ET. Get your ticket now for this special intimate performance.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR TICKET

EVENT (NASHVILLE, TN): NOV 19 AT THE RYMAN - CHARLIE DANIELS AND FRIENDS WITH PHIL VASSAR AND THOMPSON SQUARE

The 11th Anniversary Of The Charlie Daniels Band & Friends Concert will take place at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium on Nov. 19. The current lineup includes Phil Vassar and Thompson Square. These artists are subject to change. All proceeds will go to the Christmas 4 Kids program, which strives to provide shopping trips and allows needy children to meet their celebrity heroes during the holiday season.

TUNE IN ALERT: THOMPSON SQUARE TO PERFORM ON FOX & FRIENDS FRIDAY JULY 6

ACM VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR THOMPSON SQUARE PERFORMS NEW SMASH SINGLE, "GLASS," AND MORE ON FOX & FRIENDS "ALL AMERICAN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES"

FRIDAY, JULY 6 

6 - 9 AM EASTERN

 

(New York, NY) -- Thompson Square will perform their new smash hit "Glass," live on Fox & Friends "All American Summer Concert Series" on Friday, July 6th.

The chart-topping and Grammy-nominated Country music duo will perform a free concert for fans live outside the FOX News Channel studios at: 1211 Avenue of the Americas in the heart of New York City. Admission is free. 

For fans that cannot attend on the holiday Friday to cheer Thompson Square on in person, tune in to Fox News Channel from 6 – 9 am EASTERN to watch the live concert.

For more information visit:

http://www.foxnews.com/on-air/fox-friends/all-american-summer-concerts