GRAMMY AWARD WINNING ARTIST, JOHN BERRY, ANNOUNCES DATES FOR CHRISTMAS WITH JOHN BERRY, THE SILVER ANNIVERSARY TOUR

John Berry, GRAMMY® winning singer/songwriter has announced on his 2021 Christmas With John Berry, The Silver Anniversary Tour. The performance on December 18 in Macon, Georgia’s Grand Opera House will celebrate the only venue he has done all 25 years of the Christmas tour at any one venue. 2020 brought many new challenges to the touring industry, but he is determined to bring the joy of live music and the much-needed Christmas spirit to fans in 2021. Tickets on sale Friday. More information for the Christmas With John Berry, The Silver Anniversary Tour at johnberry.com/tour.

“I cannot express the gratitude in my heart enough to be able to share this seasonal tour with fans for 25 years. With Covid-19 crippling the touring industry this past year, it has given me even more reasons to want to share God’s most precious gift, Jesus, with audiences through Christmas music along with my hit songs,” shares John Berry.

John Berry is known for his seasonal fan favorite holiday performances which are filled with traditional Christmas songs, including his incredible version of "O Holy Night,” many of his most requested hit songs, and a few of his childhood stories sprinkled in.

“There is not a more beautiful and emotionally powerful voice in music than that of John Berry.” stated Lorianne Crook, Crook & Chase.

2021 Christmas With John Berry, Silver Anniversary Tour Dates:

11-27-21 - High Point, NC - High Point Theatre
11-28-21 - Morgantown, WV - Metropolitan Theatre
11-30-21 - Chillicothe, OH - Majestic Theatre
12-02-21 - Oshkosh, WI - The Grand Oshkosh
12-03-21 - Madison, WI - Barrymore Theatre
12-04-21 - Fremont, MI - Dogwood Center for the Performing Arts
12-07-21 - Ironton, OH - Ironton High School Performing Arts Center
12-08-21 - Shipshewana, IN - Blue Gate Theatre
12-09-21 - Jeffersonville, IN - Jeff’s Music Hall
12-10-21 - Columbus, OH - Anthenaeum Theatre
12-11-21 - Benton, KY - Kentucky Opry Theatre
12-12-21 - Henderson, TN - The Williams Auditorium
12-15-21 - Tifton, Ga - Tift Theater
12-16-21 - Sugar Hill, GA - The Eagle at Sugar Hill
12-17-21 - Bremen, GA - Mill Town Music Hall
12-18-21 - Macon, GA - Grand Opera House
12-19-21 - Augusta, GA - Imperial Theatre
12-20-21 - Dothan, AL - Dothan Opera House
12-21-21 - Athens, GA - The Classic Center

Stay current with John Berry at  johnberry.com and follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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KENNY CHESNEY - BEYOND THE STADIUMS

Announcing 21 Amphitheaters for the More Intimate Experience

Everyone knows: nobody does stadium shows like Kenny Chesney! With an armful of No. 1s, a high-energy band and the energy to throw his songs to the seats at the top of the other end zone, The Wall Street Journal crowned him “The King of the Road.” But for the songwriter/superstar from East Tennessee, there is an intimacy – and an exhale -- that comes with amphitheater shows that offer an equally important experience the No Shoes Nation demands.

“Nothing’s like the energy of a stadium show,” Chesney admits. “But there’s also something about the amphitheaters, where the people are all so close. It’s like being with your friends somewhere back home, singing songs and hanging out, and having the best party of the year. For us, it feels like the people are so right there, and the songs are driving the night. It’s an experience we know No Shoes Nation loves and misses when we don’t do it, so this year, we’re going to make sure there are plenty of opportunities to see us under the pavilion or out on the lawn.”

While the tour kicks off April 21 at Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium, look for the more intimate amphitheater plays to begin May 10 at Virginia Beach’s Farm Bureau Live, May 11 at Charlotte, NC’s PNC Music Pavilion and May 12 at Raleigh, NC’s Coastal Credit Union Music Park. The 2018 Trip Around the Sun Tour will thread between massive stadium shows and the more streamlined concerts throughout the summer – and see Chesney create two very different kinds of concert experiences.

“Part of the fun of mixing the venues is riding the energy, letting the music breathe in different ways and really giving the audience dynamics that are so intense without being the same show across America,” Chesney explains. “The amphitheaters all have their own vibes, their own attitude – and those experiences shift very specifically. Darling’s Waterfront in Bangor, Maine is one thing; Mountain View, California’s Shoreline Amphitheater is something else altogether, just like the folks in Toronto at the Molson or Austin’s Austin360 Amphitheaters.”

With Chesney returning to a full touring calendar after creating more seats at Boston’s Gillette Stadium – to break the attendance record with 121,624 people over two nights – Chesney’s passion to play is at a new high. Energized by the response to Cosmic Hallelujah, The Big Revival, and the hits “American Kids,” “Noise,” “Save It for a Rainy Day” and “All the Pretty Girls,” the 8-time Entertainer of the Year is fired up and focused.

“I feel like this summer, we’re going to take those songs on Live in No Shoes Nation, and lift them even higher,” Chesney says. “Listening to it over and over, hearing everyone’s voices raised… It’s what makes coming out to see us special! When you get to hear all that heart, all that fun, and life, and love coming towards the stage, it really takes our breath away. So, get ready America: we’re coming! Stadiums, amphitheaters, and a whole lot of music.”

Keeping the focus on songwriting and crowd-pleasing, Chesney tapped Old Dominion, the 2015 Academy of Country Music New Vocal Duo or Group of the Year winners, for his amphitheater evenings.

Blue Chair Bay Rum is the exclusive sponsor of this year’s Trip Around The Sun Tour. Blue Chair Bay Rum is inspired by the Kenny Chesney’s lifestyle and comes in the following natural flavors: White Rum, Coconut, Coconut Spiced, Banana, Vanilla, Key Lime Rum Cream, Banana Rum Cream and Coconut Spiced Rum Cream.

Trip Around the Sun Tour dates below:

Friday, March 16 -- Las Vegas, Nevada, The Joint
Saturday, March 17 – Las Vegas, Nevada, The Joint
Saturday, April 21, Tampa, Florida, Raymond James Stadium
Saturday, April 28, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Miller Park
Saturday, May 5, Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. Bank Stadium
Thursday, May 10, Virginia Beach, Virginia, Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach
Friday, May 11, Charlotte, North Carolina, PNC Music Pavilion
Saturday, May 12, Raleigh, North Carolina, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek
Wednesday, May 16, Del Valle, Texas, Austin360 Amphitheater
Thursday, May 17, The Woodlands, Texas, Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Saturday, May 19, Arlington, Texas, AT&T Stadium
Thursday, May 24, West Palm Beach, Florida, Coral Sky Amphitheatre
Saturday, May 26, Atlanta, Georgia, Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Thursday, May 31, Noblesville, Indiana, The Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center
Saturday, June 2, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Heinz Field
Wednesday, June 6, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Blossom Music Center
Thursday, June 7, Syracuse, New York, Lakeview Amphitheater
Saturday, June 9, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lincoln Financial Field
Friday, June 15, Bristow, Virginia, Jiffy Lube Live
Saturday, June 16, Columbus, Ohio, MAPFRE Stadium
Wednesday, June 20, Mountain View, California, Shoreline Amphitheatre
Thursday, June 21, Chula Vista, California, Mattress Firm Amphitheatre
Saturday, June 23, Phoenix, Arizona, Chase Field
Thursday, June 28, West Valley City, Utah, USANA Amphitheatre
Saturday, June 30, Denver, Colorado, Sports Authority Field at Mile High
Tuesday, July 3, Stateline, Nevada, Harveys Lake Tahoe Casino
Thursday, July 5, Nampa, Idaho, Ford Idaho Center
Saturday, July 7, Seattle, Washington, CenturyLink Field
Thursday, July 12, Rogers, Arkansas, Walmart Arkansas Music Pavilion
Saturday, July 14, Kansas City, Missouri, Arrowhead Stadium
Thursday, July 19, Southaven, Mississippi, BankPlus Amphitheater
Saturday, July 21, St. Louis, Missouri, Busch Stadium
Thursday, July 26, Cincinnati, Ohio, Riverbend Music Center
Saturday, July 28, Chicago, Illinois, Soldier Field
Thursday, August 2, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
Saturday, August 4, Detroit, Michigan, Ford Field
Saturday, August 11, Nashville, Tennessee, Nissan Stadium
Thursday, August 16, Bangor, Maine, Darling’s Waterfront Pavilion
Saturday, August 18, East Rutherford, New Jersey, MetLife Stadium
Wednesday, August 22, Columbia, Maryland, Merriweather Post Pavilion
Friday, August 24, Foxborough, Massachusetts, Gillette Stadium
Saturday, August 25, Foxborough, Massachusetts, Gillette, Stadium

Go to www.kennychesney.com for more info

KENNY CHESNEY'S LAST FOUR OF 2017

Final 2017 Shows Presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum On Sale April 14: 2 Shows for the South, 2 for the Northeast

Photo Credit: Kenny Chesney

With a second Gillette Stadium show added and close to sold-out, the hunger for that live Kenny Chesney summer experience is pronounced. Though there’s a handful of festival plays on the calendar for this year, Chesney announces four more intimate shows to round out his 2017 live schedule: Tuscaloosa Amphitheater on Aug. 4 and The Wharf Amphitheatre in Orange Beach, Ala. on Aug. 5, followed by two nights at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Conn. on Aug. 10 and 11. All shows this summer are presented by Blue Chair Bay Rum.

“As long as we’re rehearsing and I’ve got new music in the pipeline, I can’t imagine not playing a little bit,” says Chesney. “I know that it takes time off to create and make records… to write and find songs like ‘American Kids’ and ‘Noise,’ but that doesn’t mean I don’t miss the fans. There is nothing that feeds me more than hearing the sound of the No Shoes Nation singing these songs, seeing those faces and knowing this is gonna be one of those nights.”

Having closed 2016’s Spread the Love Tour with 121,399 cheering New Englanders at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., along with hitting the half-million mark at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey’s Meadowlands, Chesney had one of his biggest touring years – despite playing fewer dates than he has in previous years. As he says of those shows, “I can still hear the crowds when I close my eyes at night. Just when I think it can’t get any bigger or louder, the No Shoes Nation comes at me with these songs, singing and cheering and showing me how much life we can live in three minutes.”

With “Bar at the End of the World” cresting the Top 10 in the wake of the GRAMMY-nominated two week No. 1 “Setting the World on Fire” with P!nk, Cosmic Hallelujah is continuing Chesney’s intent to sing songs that capture the lives, loves, triumphs and escapes of his fans. Raised in a small town in East Tennessee, his songs have become the soundtrack of coming of age across America. NPR praised Cosmic Hallelujah for encompassing “folk's storytelling, soul's honesty and gospel's spirit,” while Newsday deemed it “country perfection” and the Boston Globe wrote, “A country artist, he’s working a wider sonic palette, that incorporates ideas from the stadium-rockers with whom he shares dressing rooms and the rollicking Nashville bars that still loom large in country music’s imagination. Bringing the two ideas together results in the album’s best songs.”

While 2017’s shows are limited, Chesney will bring everything he’s got to these dates. For fans of the 8-time Entertainer of the Year’s high-energy concerts, Alabama and Connecticut are the places to be in August for two outdoor amphitheater and two indoor arena shows, respectively.

“We’re gonna bring a whole year’s worth of energy,” Chesney promises. “So if you’re coming, you better be ready for it, because this is our chance in 2017 to rock.”

General tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, April 14 starting at 10 a.m. local time. More information: here.

RESTLESS HEART ANNOUNCES 2017 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Legendary country music group Restless Heart has announced the first leg of tour dates for its 2017 North American tour.  Entering their 34th year on the tour trail, the men of Restless Heart will again travel the country coast-to-coast with scheduled tour dates in Oregon, Texas, Ohio, Florida, Tennessee, Georgia, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and more.

"My favorite part about touring each year is seeing the familiar faces of our incredible fans in every crowd," says Restless Heart keyboardist/vocalist Dave Innis.  "After all these years, it's more like family, especially since so many are raising a new generation of Restless Heart fans to keep us 'rollin' down the highway!'"

"It's a great feeling going into each touring season knowing that we get to once again hit the stage every night with the original five guys still on top of our game," adds Restless Heart lead singer Larry Stewart.  "Time to get the show on the road!"

Larry Stewart, John Dittrich, Greg Jennings, Paul Gregg and Dave Innis, the men who make up Restless Heart, have enjoyed one of the most successful group careers in country music history. The band has placed over 25 singles on the charts with six consecutive #1 hits, four of their albums have been certified Gold by the RIAA and they have won a wide range of awards from many organizations including the Academy of Country Music's "Top Vocal Group."

Restless Heart 2017 North American Tour Schedule:

3/24/17 - Florence, OR - Three Rivers Casino & Hotel 
3/25/17 - Florence, OR - Three Rivers Casino & Hotel 
4/08/17 - DeQuincy, LA - Louisiana Railroad Days Festival 
4/09/17 - Lindale, TX - Love and War in Texas 
4/15/17 - Amarillo, TX - Amarillo Civic Center 
4/21/17 - Nashville, TN - Nashville Palace 
4/22/17 - Cartersville, GA - The Grand Theatre
4/28/17 - Lake Charles LA - Golden Nugget Casino
5/20/17 - Giddings, TX - Lee County Fair 
5/28/17 - Verdi, NV - Boomtown Hotel & Casino 
6/03/17 - Carlsbad, NM - CavernFest 
6/23/17 - Chipley, FL - Panhandle Watermelon Festival 
7/04/17 - Rogersville, TN - Rogersville 4th Of July Celebration 
7/15/17 - Sisseton, SD - Sisseton's 125th Anniversary-Brewster/Gunderson Field 
7/20/17 - Warren, MN - Marshall County Fair 
7/21/17 - Twin Lakes, WI - Country Thunder USA 
7/22/17 - Lubbock, TX - Lubbock Cattle Baron's Ball 
8/05/17 - Culleoka, TN - The Barn 
8/15/17 - Des Moines, IA - Iowa State Fair 
8/18/17 - Farmington, NM - San Juan County Fair
8/26/17 - Bonner Springs, KS - Providence Medical Center Amphitheater
9/01/17 - Millersport, OH - Sweet Corn Festival 
9/08/17 - Branson, MO - Silver Dollar City 
9/16/17 - Hartford, WI - Schauer Arts And Activities Center 
9/22/17 - Wendover, NV - Peppermill Concert Hall 
10/13/17 - The Woodlands,TX - Dosey Doe

For additional information on Restless Heart visit www.restlessheartband.com.

#TOURINGNEWS - HANK WILLIAMS JR. SETS INITIAL 2017 TOUR DATES

Additional Dates to be Announced

Hank Williams Jr. wants all his rowdy friends to join him in 2017 as the country music icon reveals his first round of U.S. tour dates. Kickin’ the party off at Peppermill Concert Hall in Nevada on February 3, the tour consists of medium and large scale venues including an appearance at the Washington State Fair.

Hank Jr. continues to promote his most recent album It’s About Time, which achieved the highest studio album debut of his career. The album skyrocketed to No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums and broke the Top 10 on Billboard’s Top 200, landing at No. 8.

Hank Jr.'s extremely impressive resume has spawned 70 million albums sold worldwide, six PLATINUM albums, 20 GOLD albums, 13 No. 1 albums and 10 No. 1 singles. Hank Jr. has been named ACM Entertainer of the Year, CMA Entertainer of the Year and BMI Icon in addition to winning a GRAMMY and being inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.

In October 1982, Williams had nine albums on the Billboard music charts at the same time, a feat unequaled by any other living artist. In 1987, Hank won the first of five straight Entertainer of the Year awards voted to him by his peers, and won his first ever Grammy.

As a touring artist, Hank Jr. was a pioneer in bringing arena rock production values to country music, and he remains one of the most consistent ticket sellers in music, period, as generation after generation gets turned on to one of the most dynamic live performers ever to take the stage.

HANK WILLIAMS JR. ON TOUR

Feb. 03 – Peppermill Concert Hall - West Wendover, Nev.
April 29 – Georgia World Congress Center - Atlanta, Ga.
May 27 – Daytona International Speedway - Daytona Beach, Fla.
May 28 – Mercedes-Benz Superdome – New Orleans, La.
June 09 – Choctaw Grand Theater - Durant, Okla.
June 10 – Silver Star Hotel and Casino-Convention Center – Choctaw, Miss
July 01 – Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel - Salamanca, N.Y.
July 02 – French Lick Resort Casino - French Lick, Ind.
Sept. 15 – Northern Quest Resort & Casino - Pepsi Outdoor Amphitheater - Airway Heights, Wash.
Sept. 16 – Washington State Fair - Puyallup, Wash.

SHANE SMITH AND THE SAINTS CONFIRM 2017 TOUR DATES

SHANE SMITH & THE SAINTS BRING “AWE-INDUCING HARMONIES AND STELLAR MUSICIANSHIP” ACROSS THE COUNTRY AND BEYOND IN 2017

 NEW DATES INCLUDE STOPS IN DENVER, NEW ORLEANS, ATLANTA, MALAYSIA  

“Take the Americana and folk-esque instrumentation of a band such as The Avett Brothers and the harmonies of the Zac Brown Band, put them together with a Bruce Springsteen-like voice and the lyrical sensibilities of Bob Dylan, and then throw in a bit of Celtic rock a la the Dropkick Murphys, and you’ll wind up with something along the lines of Shane Smith & the Saints”  - THE BOOT

Texas troubadours Shane Smith & The Saints have confirmed new tour dates for 2017.

This year’s schedule is their most ambitious to date as they crisscross the country and beyond headlining major markets including New Orleans, Atlanta, Denver and more. In addition, the band will play two shows abroad in Malaysia including the Miri Country Music Fest.  Combining elements of rock, Cajun folk, Celtic/Irish and Americana with their “awe-inducing harmonies and stellar musicianship” (No Depression), Shane Smith & The Saints kicked off the tour at The MusicFest in Steamboat Springs, CO on January 5.

2016 proved to be a fantastic year for Shane Smith & The Saints as they continue to maintain momentum from the release of their sophomore album, ‘Geronimo.’ The band made their major festival debut in their hometown at Austin City Limits Festival and continued on the circuit playing to major crowds at Texas Mardi Gras Fest, Rio Frio Fest, Larry Joe Taylor’s Texas Music Fest and Lone Star Jam. The band shared the stage with a plethora of artists including Ryan Bingham, Eli Young Band, ZZ Top, Turnpike Troubadours, Shakey Graves, Lynrd Skynrd and more.

Shane Smith & The Saints’ current single, “Runaway Train” continues to climb the TRRR (Texas Regional Radio Report) chart with a bullet. You can give it a listen here and watch an acoustic session here.

Shane Smith & The Saints 2017 Tour Dates

January 5                    Steamboat Springs, CO          The MusicFest
January 12                  Denver, CO                             Grizzly Rose
January 14                  Red River, NM                         Bull o’ The Woods Saloon
January 19                  Denton, TX                              Rockin Rodeo
January 20                  Houston, TX                            Firehouse Saloon
January 21                  Orchard, TX                            Washfest
January 26                  San Angelo, TX                       Blaine’s Pub
February 3                  Plano, TX                                 Love & War In Texas
February 4                  Ft Worth, TX                            Magnolia Motor Lounge
February 10                Terrell, TX                                Silver Saloon
February 11                Weatherford, OK                     JC Cowboys
February 16                Lubbock, TX                            Blue Light Live
February 17                Amarillo, TX                             Hoot’s Pub
February 18                Dallas, TX                                Mardi Gras Texas Style
February 26                Miri, Malaysia                           Miri Country Music Fest
February 28                Sabah, Malaysia                      MYNT Club
March 10                     Manhattan, KS                        RC McGraws
March 11                     Oklahoma City, OK                  Wormy Dog Saloon
March 18                     Naples, FL                               Naples City Limits
March 21                     Stuart, FL                                Terra Fermata
March 23                     Tallahassee, FL                       Fifth & Thomas
March 24                     Atlanta, GA                             Fado’s Irish Pub
March 25                     New Orleans, LA                    The Howlin Wolf
March 29                     Tomball, TX                             Main Street Crossing
March 31                     Ft Worth, TX                            Billy Bob’s
April 1                          Snook, TX                               ChiliFest
May 6                          Tyler, TX                                  Red Dirt BBQ Fest
June 24                       Filer, ID                                    Hwy 30 Music Fest
   
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CONCERT REVIEW/EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: THE OAK RIDGE BOYS BRING THE REASON FOR THE SEASON TO ROANOKE RAPIDS, NC

Event: Oak Ridge Boys Celebrate Christmas Tour 2016
Venue: Roanoke Rapids Theater - Roanoke Rapids, NC
Date: 12/14/16
Reviewer: Jennifer Smith
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Photo credit: Jennifer Smith / Lovin' Lyrics

The Oak Ridge Boys brought their Celebrate Christmas tour to Roanoke Rapids, NC on 12/14/16 and with them, brought the meaning of Christmas and the joy of friends and family. Joe Bonsall, Duane Allen, Richard Sterban and William Lee Golden brought harmony to a capacity crowd in more ways than one. They gave us a reason to turn off the world around us for just a little while and turn our focus back to the love of Christ, the joy of Santa Claus and the joy that being together and celebrating through music brings.

If you've never seen an Oaks Christmas show, you've missed out on one of the best live shows on the road during the holidays. They truly make it an experience and so much more than just another show. It's memories of Christmas morning and the wonder of a child, it's an excited appreciation for the meaning of Christmas and it's a warm familiar feeling of home in your heart. The children in the audience leave with smiles on their faces and the adults leave feeling like they were kids again themselves. This year's Christmas tour included 34 shows, in 31 cities, in 18 states. In total, the Oak Ridge Boys performed 161 shows in 2016. These guys won't stop and don't plan on stopping anytime soon.

In the beautiful Roanoke Rapids Theater, the stage is adorned with simply lit white Christmas trees and various backgrounds of red, green and white holiday images, the Mighty Oaks Band is in place, and the Oak Ridge Boys put on a performance we won't soon forget that included hits like EVERYDAY, AMERICAN MADE, COME ON IN, GONNA TAKE A LOT OF RIVER, NOTHING BETWEEN US (BUT LOVE ANYMORE), Y'ALL COME BACK SALOON, LEAVIN' LOUISIANA IN THE BROAD DAYLIGHT, ROLL TENNESSEE RIVER and THANK GOD FOR KIDS and that was just their first set! After an hour or so of their most well known songs, they left the stage for a quick intermission and set change and then the Christmas merriment began. They delighted the audience with familiar Christmas favorites like CHRISTMAS TIME’S A COMIN’, JINGLE BELLS, WHITE CHRISTMAS, A CHRISTMAS LOVE SONG, BLUE CHRISTMAS, CHRISTMAS COOKIES, THAT’S WHAT I LIKE ABOUT CHRISTMAS, SANTA CLAUS IS REAL

They left nothing out, including snow falling from the rafters and a visit from Santa Claus himself who handed out presents to the youngest fans who were more than eager to accept and get a hug from the man in red and then once Santa headed back to his workshop, there was yet another set change. The crew rolled out a huge roaring fireplace complete with stockings on the mantle, large green decorated Christmas trees and 4 rocking chairs. Joe, Duane, Richard and William Lee sat in front of the fireplace and shared their favorite personal Christmas memories and sang SILENT NIGHT, BEAUTIFUL STAR OF BETHLEHEM, and THAT’S CHRISTMAS TO ME. This is everyone's favorite part of the show, we shared laughs and some of us even shed tears thinking of our own personal memories. The night unfortunately had to eventually come to an end with a few final songs - REST IN YOU TONIGHT, MARY DID YOU KNOW, COME TO THE MANGER, JESUS IS BORN TODAY and JOY TO THE WORLD. This may have been the end of another year for the Oak Ridge Boys, but with the start of the new year comes a beginning of even more shows, more fun, more friendship and more love. It's just another page in the story of the Oak Ridge Boys and each chapter leaves fans anxious for the next one.

There truly is something magical about an Oak Ridge Boys Christmas show. I don't know if it's the nostalgia for the days when we were kids and didn't have a care in the world other than ripping wrapping paper off beautifully decorated boxes to see what waited inside or if it was the feeling of love that seems to wrap the entire audience in a warm embrace or maybe a little of both. What I do know is that there's no other show like an Oak Ridge Boys Christmas and my Christmas wish for you is that you take the time to experience it if it comes to your town. It is a gift in itself and one of the best gifts you can give yourself.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

- Jenn

OAK RIDGE BOYS CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS TOUR 2016

COLLIN RAYE CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF HITS ON U.S. TOUR

25 years after Collin Raye shot to fame with the timeless No. 1 hit “Love, Me,” the country sensation is still considered one of the hardest working acts in the business, with a heavy multi-state touring schedule, including a Mexican Riviera Cruise, remaining in latter part of 2016. Raye is bringing his exciting and uplifting live show across the U.S. to celebrate a quarter-century of success in the industry.

Further proving his staying-power and impact on the genre, Collin Raye was recently named to the list of Billboard’s ‘Greatest of All-Time Country Artists.’ Considered one of the greatest voices of our time, his aforementioned hit “Love, Me” was also named No. 68 on Billboard’s ‘Greatest of All-Time Country Songs.’

On The Big 25 Tour, the energizing showman performs vivid rockers like “My Kind Of Girl,” “I Can Still Feel You,” “That’s My Story” and “Little Red Rodeo.” Fans can also look forward to hearing his smooth tenor on iconic ballads like “In This Life,” “One Boy, One Girl” and many more.

Raye has built a career on songs with an emotional connection to listeners that other acts of the era can only dream of. In 1994, the music video for the poignant hit “Little Rock” led to more than 100,000 calls to Alcoholics Anonymous from people seeking help for their addictions. The song and video for “I Think About You” exposed the exploitation of women and children, earning Raye the award for “Video of the Year” from the Academy of Country Music in 1997.

In addition to impacting lives with his issue-oriented music, Raye has utilized his stardom to advance social causes through his tireless charity work. He has supported organizations like Special Olympics, Parade of Pennies, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and The Tennessee Task Force Against Domestic Violence, as well as founding the Haley Bell Blessed Chair Foundation to honor the memory of his granddaughter.

Fans are anxiously awaiting Raye’s soon-to-be released “Silver Anniversary Album” to commemorate his 25 years in country music, featuring new recordings of his greatest hits. Most recent projects for the ten-time Male Vocalist of the Year nominee include a tribute to Glenn Campbell, Still On The Line, an inspirational album, His Love Remains, and his first autobiography A Voice Undefeated. To purchase, please visit www.collinraye.com.

COLLIN RAYE’S THE BIG 25 TOUR

Aug. 09 Warren County Fair – Pittsfield, Penn.
Aug. 11 Brighton Casino – Okeechobee, Fla.
Aug. 15 State Fair of West Virginia – Fairlea, W.Va.
Aug. 18 Fraze Pavilion – Kettering, Ohio
Aug. 19 Sandy City Amphitheater – Sandy, Utah
Aug. 20 Edward A. Kenley Centennial Amphitheater – Layton, Utah
Aug. 25 Morganton Municipal Auditorium – Morganton, N.C.
Aug. 26 Centre County Grange Encampment Fair – Centre Hall, Penn.
Sept. 01 Peteetneet Amphitheater – Payson, Utah
Sept. 03 Kiwanis Wyoming County Fair – Meshoppen, Penn.
Sept. 08 Main Street Crossing – Tomball, Texas
Sept. 09 Arlington Music Hall – Arlington, Texas
Sept. 16 Little America Hotel and Resort – Cheyenne, Wyo.
Sept. 17 Memorial Hall – Pueblo, Colo.
Sept. 19 Casper Events Center – Casper, Wyo.
Sept. 21 Evanston High School – Evanston, Wyo.
Sept. 23 Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center – Bartlett, Tenn.
Sept. 24 Wishbone’s – Fort Smith, Ark.
Oct. 01 Dixie Carter Performing Arts Center – Huntingdon, Tenn.
Oct. 09 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 10 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 11 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 12 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 13 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 14 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 15 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 16 Big 25 Tour Cruise – Los Angeles, Calif.
Oct. 22 Arkansas State Fair – Little Rock, Ark.
Nov. 06 Tribute to the Veterans, Foothills PAC – Oneonta, N.Y.

KELSEA BALLERINI TO EMBARK ON FIRST HEADLINING TOUR

THE FIRST TIME Tour Kicks Off October 21 With Additional Dates Announcing Soon

High-Flying Single “Peter Pan” Top 10 & Climbing At Country Radio

Platinum-selling country sweetheart Kelsea Ballerini has achieved yet another milestone on her way to superstardom, announcing today (8/1) her first-ever headlining tour -- aptly titled THE FIRST TIME Tour.

Named after her critically-acclaimed debut album THE FIRST TIME and kicking off October 21 in Houston, TX, the Black River artist's nationwide trek will take her record-breaking hits like “Love Me Like You Mean It” and “Dibs” to 10 cities over the 11 dates with additional dates to be announced soon. The tour is set to wrap up with a two-night stand in Las Vegas with special guest Cam in early December. The news comes on the heels of Ballerini’s latest single, the smash “Peter Pan,” entering the Top 10 on both the Billboard Country Airplay and Mediabase radio charts, while its fantasy-themed music video , directed by Kristin Barlowe, nears 10 million views on Vevo.

“I’ve been blessed to open for so many incredible artists and people I admire. Getting to watch their shows and learn more about our craft has inspired me to grow as an artist,” shared Ballerini. “One of the highlights of touring has been meeting fans and creating new relationships along the way. And for that reason, I was inspired to put together my first headlining tour. I can’t wait to get up close and personal with the people who have made the last few years so incredible. See you this fall!”

Tickets for THE FIRST TIME Tour will be available to fan club members beginning Wednesday (8/3) and go on sale to the general public this Friday (8/5) at 10 a.m. local time. A limited number of VIP experiences will also be up for grabs to fan club members starting Wednesday (8/3) at 10 a.m., with non-members joining the sale at noon local time.

Already on the road as part of Rascal Flatts’ RHYTHM & ROOTS Tour, media outlets around the country can’t get enough of Ballerini’s musical style and sparkling personality, raving about recent performances with quotes such as:

“…Ballerini, who has the fresh-faced, doe-eyed enthusiasm of a younger Mandy Moore, impressed with her soulful voice and inviting stage presence...” - The Charlotte Observer

“…Ballerini's vivacity is almost tangible, and it is easy to see her taking the next steps towards stardom…” - The Plain Dealer

“…Ballerini quickly climbs to top of country music world…” - Albuquerque Journal

Announced dates and cities on Kelsea Ballerini’s THE FIRST TIME Tour:

10/21 - Houston, TX - House of Blues*

10/22 - Dallas, TX - House of Blues *

11/11 - Knoxville, TN - TN Theatre +

11/12 - Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre +

11/18 - Mahnomen, MN - Shooting Star Casino (Delayed on sale date from National Tour)

11/19 - Minneapolis, MN - Mill City Nights ^

12/2 - New York City, NY - Irving Plaza ~

12/3 - Buffalo, NY - Town Ballroom ~

12/8 - Los Angeles, CA - Wiltern (Delayed on sale date from National Tour)

12/9 - Las Vegas, NV - Orleans Casino w/ special guest Cam

12/10 - Las Vegas, NV - Orleans Casino w/ special guest Cam

Special guests:

* With Carly Pearce

+ With Morgan Evans

^ With Levi Hummon
~ With Jacob Davis

Adding to the excitement, Ballerini will perform tonight (8/1) on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! outdoor stage, this Wednesday (8/3) will feature her as part of the massive CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock concert special (also on ABC) and on Thursday (8/4), she and Arsenio Hall will co-host the grand finale of ABC’s musical retrospective “Greatest Hits” live from Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

For tour updates, tickets and more information, visit KelseaBallerini.com. Reach out to her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

BELLAMY BROTHERS GLOBAL CAREER CONTINUES DURING 40TH ANNIVERSARY

Iconic Duo Only U.S. Country Music Act Ever to Perform in India, Sri Lanka, New Caledonia and Qatar

2016 Stops Include Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden and More

2016 marks the 40th anniversary of the release of “Let Your Love Flow,” the 1976 classic that launched the recording career of The Bellamy Brothers. Since that iconic song was first issued, Howard and David Bellamy have created one of the most successful careers in the history of Country Music. With 27 Top 10 and 14 No. 1 singles among a catalog that includes “Redneck Girl,” “Old Hippie,” and “Kids Of The Baby Boom,” the duo have consistently released hit after hit over the past four decades in the United States.

But, that only tells a mere fraction of the story of The Bellamy Brothers. A close look at their concert schedules over the past two decades reveals one of the most global careers in the history of country music. The duo has taken their music to a wide variety of countries across the world over the years – including stops in Germany, Norway, and Sweden. The Bellamy Brothers performed a sold-out string of shows with Swiss superstar Gola – adding his name to a list of collaborators over the years that has included Neil Diamond, Dolly Parton, George Jones and Blake Shelton. In Switzerland, their crowds numbered into the 35,000 range, as well – demonstrating their international appeal.

In addition, the Bellamy Brothers have taken their music to places where no other country act has ever performed, such as Qatar, Sri Lanka, New Caledonia and even India. In fact, one of their classic hits there made an impact on the audience unlike any the duo has ever seen in the states.

In a 2014 interview with Billboard, David recalled that on one of their India visits that “People came up to us and asked 'Are you going to do the 'first dance' song? We weren't sure what they were talking about, but it was 'Beautiful Body' because they use it as the first dance song at weddings. You never know how someone will interpret a song, I guess," he said. Of course, the song that he is referring to is their first number one Country hit, 1979’s “If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me).”

And, as The Bellamy Brothers gear up for their next forty years, they are keeping their close ties with their fans abroad. In 2016, the duo will be returning to Switzerland, as well as making stops in Denmark, Germany, Sweden, and Norway. Howard and David take a lot of pride in pleasing the audience – regardless of which continent their feet are planted on.”

“We have been very blessed to have taken our music to a lot of venues and destinations that have always surprised us,” said Howard Bellamy. “Regardless of where we might be, what makes each night special is that relationship with the fans, and getting to hear them sing along. After all,” he reasons, ‘Redneck Girls’ are everywhere.

BELLAMY BROTHERS 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR:

Feb. 20 Neuse River Music Festival Lenoir College Student Center- Kinston, N.C.
Feb. 25 Newberry Opera House- Newberry, S.C.
Feb. 27 Matagorda Co. Fair and Rodeo BBQ Cook Off Rodeo Arena- Bay City, Texas
March 02 Indian Creek RV Resort- Ft. Myers Beach, Fla.
March 11 Schliterbahn River Park & Resort Pavillion “Spring Break Week”- Corpus Christi, Texas
March 12 Old Coupland Inn & Dance Hall- Coupland, Texas
March 17 Kongres & Kulture Center- Aalborg, Denamark
March 18-20 Schutzenhaus Albisgutli- Zurich, Switzerland
March 24-25 "MS Cinderella" Viking Cruise - Sweden and Finland
April 06 Jamestown Fraternal Order Of Police Jamestown Civic Center- Jamestown, N.D.
April 07 Bismarck Rural Fire Department Bismarck Civic Center- Bismarck, N.D.
April 09 Havre Police Protective Association/ Armory-MSU- Northern- Havre, Mont.
April 10 Five Valley Crime Stoppers/ University Theatre-University Of Montana- Missoula, Mont.
April 12 Billings Police Protective Association/ Alterowitz Gym- Billings, Mont.
April 14 Platte Valley Community Center Theatre- Saratoga, Wyo.
April 15 Grizzly Rose- Denver, Colo.
April 16 Salt Creek Sports Lounge- Nephi, Utah
April 23 Private- Austin, Texas
April 26 ASAP Energy, Inc. Trade Show/ Pioneer Cellular Event Center- Weatherford, Okla.
April 28 Steiner Ranch Steakhouse- Austin, Texas
April 29 House Of Fi Fi Dubios- San Angelo, Texas
April 30 Redneck Country Club- Stafford, Texas
May 06 League City Village Fair- League City, Texas
May 07 Freiheit Country Store- New Braunfels, Texas
May 14 Music City Texas Theatre- Linden, Texas
May 27 Silver Saloon- Terrell, Texas
May 28 Atwood Music Festival/ Atwood Water Park- Monticello, Miss.
June 04 Wilson’s Steak And Seafood- Doyline, La.
June 09 Private Engagement- Cleveland, Ohio
June 11 Lake Striker Marina / Concert Field- Reklaw, Texas
June 17 House Pasture Cattle Company- Concan, Texas
June 18 Mid-Coast Spring Break Bikefest Pickleheads Roadhouse- Sunrise Beach, Mont.
June 24 16th Annual Funtastic Fourth-Festival- Big Spring, Texas
June 25 Waylon’s And Ray’s- Brownwood, Texas
July 02 Redneck Country Club- Stafford, Texas
July 15 Bluegate Theatre- Shipshewana, Ind.
July 16 Bluegate Theatre- Shipshewana, Ind.
July 19 Anderson Music Hall- Hiawassee, Ga.
July 22 Country Thunder USA- Twin Lakes, Wis.
July 29 Billy Bob’s Texas- Fort Worth Texas
July 30 Main Street Crossing- Tomball, Texas
Aug. 04 Clayton County Fair- National, Iowa
Aug. 05 Gillespie Family Farms “Friends & Neighbor Celebration”- Johnson, Minn.
Aug. 06 Private- Dickinson, N.D.
Aug. 07 Rollie’s- Sauk Rapids, Minn.
Aug. 10 Umatilla County Fair Open Grass Courtyard- Hermiston, Ore.
Aug. 11 Tillamook County Fair Rodeo Arena w/ Grandstand- Tilamook, Ore.
Aug. 13 Hawg-A-Rama Points West Farm- Regina, SK, Canada
Aug. 18 Music Ranch Montana- Livingston, Mont.
Aug. 20 I-Bar Ranch / Concert Series- Gunnison, Colo.
Aug. 27 Theatre Dublin- Dublin, Ga.
Sept. 03 Loften Country Festival- Leknes, Norway
Sept. 07-22 Norway Tour (Venues TBA)
Sept. 17-24 Rock And Blues Cruise- MSC Sinfonia- Italy, Croatia, and Greek Isles
Sept. 24 Grosses Kurhaus- Bad Fussing, Germany
Sept. 30 Come And Take It Celebration Downtown Gonzalez- Gonzalez, Texas
Oct. 01 Red Neck Country Club- Stafford, Texas
Oct. 02 South Texas Fall Festival- Robstown, Texas
Oct. 08 Red Barn Convention Center- Winchester, Ohio.
Oct. 15 Bayou Fest / Highland Bayou Park- La Margue, Texas
Oct. 23 Private- San Marcos, Texas
Oct. 29 Lone Star Ball / Private- Houston, Texas
Nov. 04 Hank’s Texas Grill- McKinney, Texas
Nov. 05 Wellington Ritz Theatre, Wellington, Texas
Nov. 10 The Museum Club- Flagstaff, Ariz.
Nov. 11 Peppermill Concert Hall- Wendover, Nev.
Nov. 12 Sevier Valley Center- Richfield, Utah
Nov. 13 Hitching Post 1- Apache Junction, Ariz.
Nov. 18 Country Tonite Theater- Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Nov. 19 A. Curtis Andrews Auction Barn- Federalsburg, Md.
Nov. 26 Sugar Creek Casino / Event Center- Hinton, Oklahoma

KENNY CHESNEY NAMED ONE OF BILLBOARD'S TOP 5 TOURING ACTS OF 2015

Only Country Act Along w Taylor Swift, 1-D, U2 & the Stones

Credit: Jill Trunnell

NEW YORK, N.Y. – (Dec. 15, 2015) - When Kenny Chesney took his 2015 The Big Revival Tour on the road, he wanted to rock as many people as humanly possible. With just 57 dates, albeit 23 stadiums, the man The Wall Street Journal called “The King of the Road” was the only country act making Billboard’s Top 5 Touring Acts of 2015 – alongside Taylor Swift, One Direction, U2 and the Rolling Stones.

Beyond the dollars, Chesney played to the third highest number of fans – 1,335,022 – after list-topper Swift’s 1,982,076 for 71 shows and No. 2 One Direction's 2,337,938 for 80 shows. Summer after summer, the 4-time Country Music Association and 4-time Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year remains focused on rocking the No Shoes Nation for all they’re worth.

“Every year when we hit the road, I’m trying to figure out how to bring it harder, play more music and make it a night the people who live their lives in the songs will remember,” says the high-impact songwriter who’s sold in excess of a million tickets each of his 13 headlining tours since 2002. “We’ve been doing this enough years, that you know you have to really bring it to just compete with what you’ve already done. And it’s about the music you’re making now, as well as the ability to bring it when you hit the stage every night.”

Hailed as “Two parts Mick Jagger, one part Bruce Springsteen and one part Billy Graham” by The Dallas Morning News, Chesney’s The Big Revival broke nine records this summer – including several of his own – one being 120,206 fans over two nights at Gillette Stadium, marking his 12th and 13th show at the home of the New England Patriots.

“People want to rock, to have a good time and forget their problems,” Chesney explains. “But they’re not looking to mindlessly spend the night. They come to remember the moments that mattered to them – and maybe make a few more memories in the process – and I’ve been lucky that my songs have reflected how the No Shoes Nation lives their lives on every level.”

Having a new record that yielded four consecutive No. 1’s doesn’t hurt. In addition to the GRAMMY- and CMA-nominated, multiple-week No. 1 “American Kids,” he had “Til It’s Gone,” the CMA Musical Event nominee “Wild Child” with Grace Potter and the three week chart-topper “Save It for a Rainy Day,” all songs that show his creative fire matches his unrelenting passion for his near legendary live shows.

The Big Revival also is the eighth time Chesney has won Top Package at Billboard’s annual Touring Awards. The man, who has brought Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Lady Antebellum, Rascal Flatts, Zac Brown Band and Dierks Bentley out with him, tapped Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Brantley Gilbert, Old Dominion, Cole Swindell and Chase Rice out this summer. His sold out show at Chicago’s Soldier Field with Miranda Lambert inspired Chesney to tap his former tour mate for his upcoming 2016 tour of stadiums, amphitheaters, arenas and a few festivals.

“Making records is incredible,” Chesney offers about the music’s spark. “But it’s onstage where the connection happens and the spark pops. You take the songs out to the fans, and you realize how much they mean. When you bring all you’ve got, and they throw even more energy back at you, there’s nothing like it! We don’t tour for this kind of recognition, but it’s sure nice to know when you have fans as committed as the No Shoes Nation, they’re being recognized for how much they bring to our tours! They fly all over… meet up… and I’m thrilled to be part of it.”

PHIL VASSAR BURNS UP THE HIGHWAY ON FALL LEG OF THE 2015 #noPHILter TOUR

Dynamic entertainer and two-time ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Phil Vassar is heading out on the fall leg of his 2015 #noPHILter tour. Vassar has an ambitious tour schedule with 30 dates remaining of the over 125 appearances in his 2015 tour schedule. Venues among the concert lineup stretch from Oregon to Maine to Florida and nearly everywhere in between. For a list of upcoming tour dates, see below.

“I’m really looking forward to the fall leg of our 2015 tour", says Vassar. "We have never had so much fun as we have had this year with the crowd tweeting requests to #noPHILter. It keeps the shows real and interactive – we are like a live jukebox. The interaction with the crowd is amazing."

Vassar’s incisive, soulful lyrics and infectious melodies capture the heart and soul of fans of all ages, all over the world. In fact, he has a strong social media fan base with followers spanning 45+ countries on 6 continents. His fans love his wildly energetic shows as they are a reflection of their social media requests during the show and his personal interaction with the crowd. That personal interaction ensures no two shows are ever alike.

Vassar hails from Lynchburg, VA but has called Nashville home since his music scene debut in the late ‘90s. Since arriving in Nashville, he has had huge success as a singer, a songwriter, and an overall entertainer. His achievements include eight critically-acclaimed albums, ACM Top New Male Vocalist of the Year, Billboard Country Songwriter of the Year, and Daytime Emmy nominee for “Outstanding Original Song.” As a songwriter he has 26 Top 40 hits, 15 Top 10 hits, and 10 hits which have topped the charts at number one.

Music fans will be excited to know that Phil is currently putting the finishing touches on his ninth studio album which has been five years in the making.

“Phil Vassar is a multi-talented tour de force! A songwriter of considerable depth and substance, a passionate vocalist, and a piano-pounding dynamo, Vassar is an amazing entertainer with a live show that will change your life. On top of all that, he’s one of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. After 30 years as a journalist covering all genres of music, few have impressed me as much as Phil Vassar.”

– Deborah Evans Price

2015 #noPHILter Tour

Sep 04, 2015 – Millersport, OH – Sweet Corn Festival
Sep 05, 2015 – Rocky Mount, VA – Harvester Performance Center
Sep 06, 2015 – Virginia Beach, VA – American Music Festival
Sep 12, 2015 – Franklin, TN – Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital Benefit Concert, Losers Bar & Grill
Sep 16, 2015 – Clarksville, TN – APSU Memorial Health Building (Red Barn)
Sep 19, 2015 – Seminole, OK – Seminole Nation Days - Mekuskey
Oct 02, 2015 – Ft. Myers, FL – The Ranch
Oct 03, 2015 – Port St. Joe, FL - 19th Annual FL Scallop & Music
Oct 09, 2015 – Manitowoc, WI - Capitol Civic Centre
Oct 10, 2015 – Columbus, OH - Hollywood Casino Columbus
Oct 15, 2015 – New York, NY - BB King Blues Club and Grill
Oct 16, 2015 – Foxborough, MA - Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill
Oct 17, 2015 – Annapolis, MD - Rams Head On Stage
Nov 06, 2015 – Renfro Valley, KY – New Barn
Nov 07, 2015 – Fredrick, MD - Weinberg Center for the Arts
Nov 19, 2015 – Kent, OH - The Kent Stage
Nov 20, 2015 – Pittsburgh, PA - Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill
Nov 22, 2015 – Dallas, TX – The Kessler
Dec 10, 2015 – Hanover, PA - Eichelberger Performing Arts Center
Dec 11, 2015 – Norfolk, CT - Infinity Hall
Dec 12, 2015 – Plymouth, NH - Flying Monkey Performance Center
Dec 13, 2015 – Corning, NY - Corning Museum of Glass
Dec 18, 2015 – Franklin, TN - Franklin Theatre

For more information, please visit www.PHILVASSAR.com.

TICKETS ON SALE TODAY FOR CHRIS YOUNG AT ASCEND AMPHITHEATER

September 30 Nashville hometown tour stop includes Jerrod Niemann and Cam

Chris Young will be coming home to Middle Tennessee when he headlines Ascend Amphitheater on September 30. Tickets to the special stop on his “I’m Comin’ Over” World Tour 2015 are on sale today at 10am central via Ticketmaster and chrisyoungcountry.com. Tickets start at $15 for lawn seats, available at this special price for a limited time. Joining Young for the hometown show are Sony Music Nashville labelmates Jerrod Niemann and Cam.

With over five million views for his steamy new music video, “I’m Comin’ Over,” Chris Young, one of country music’s “strongest, most distinctive voices,” (Billboard) will release his fifth studio album this Fall after kicking off his “I’m Comin Over” Tour October 22 in Savannah, GA with openers Eric Paslay and Clare Dunn.

HOME FREE TO DEBUT ON THE GRAND OLE OPRY STAGE THIS FRIDAY JULY 17

Winners Of NBC’s “The Sing-Off” To Launch The 2015 DON’T IT FEEL GOOD TOUR Nationwide This Fall

Third Album Slated For Release This Fall On Columbia Records

Columbia Records’ Home Free will make their Grand Ole Opry debut this Friday, July 17. On the historic stage, the acclaimed vocal band will perform their first original song "Summer In The Country" featured on their third album slated for release this fall. Well-known for a capella renditions of some of today’s biggest country and pop hits, Home Free’s new project will include original music for the first time and a few surprise collaborations.

"We are absolutely thrilled about our debut at the Grand Ole Opry. It is a rite of passage for country artists and we are honored to have been invited to that sacred stage," shared Home Free’s Tim Foust.

Home Free will join Vince Gill, Larry Gatlin & The Gatlin Brothers and The SteelDrivers, in Friday’s lineup, which begins at 7:00 PM.

Comprised of five vocalists from Minnesota - Austin Brown, Rob Lundquist, Chris Rupp, Tim Foust and Adam Rupp – Home Free will hit the road full throttle this fall with the launch of the 2015 DON’T IT FEEL GOOD Tour. Kicking off September 14th in Fredericton, Canada, the tour will cover 47-plus cities bringing their high-energy performances and quick-witted humor across North America.

To date Home Free has made their mark on the music scene with selling more than 150,000 copies combined of their popular albums, CRAZY LIFE and FULL OF CHEER, embarking on two major national tours and amassing nearly 40 million YouTube views.

HOME FREE - SUMMER 2015 SHOWS

7/16 - Reno, NV - Reno Artown Summer Soiree Under the Stars

7/17 - Nashville, TN - Grand Ole Opry

7/18 - Greenville, KY - Saturdays on the Square

8/1 - Burlington, CO - Kit Carson County Fair

8/5 - Downey, ID - South Bannock County Fair

8/6 - Decatur, IL - 3rd Annual Decatur Celebration Kick Off Concert

8/8 - Kasson, MN - Kasson Festival in the Park

8/12 - Peterborough, ON - Peterborough Musicfest at Del Crary Park

8/14 - Thunder Bay, ON - The Thunder Bay Community Auditorium

8/15 - Grunthal, MB - Fairway Ford Mainstage at Hanover Ag Fair

8/16 - Des Moines, IA - MidAmerican Stage at Iowa State Fair

8/17 - Des Moines, IA - MidAmerican Stage at Iowa State Fair

8/19 - Morrison, IL - Whiteside County Fair

8/21 - Ninilchik, AK - Kenai Peninsula Fair

8/22 - Ninilchik, AK - Kenai Peninsula Fair

8/27 - Fairbanks, AK - Hering Auditorium

8/28 - Palmer, AK - Alaska State Fair (Yellow Gate Tent)

8/29 - Palmer, AK - Alaska State Fair (Yellow Gate Tent)

9/6 - St. Paul, MN - Minnesota State Fair

9/7 - St. Paul, MN - Minnesota State Fair

DON’T IT FEEL GOOD TOUR 2015


9/14 - Fredericton, NB - The Playhouse

9/15 - Moncton, NB - The Capitol Theatre

9/18 - Toronto, ON - Queen's Theatre

9/19 - Ottawa, ON (2 Shows) - Algonquin Commons Theatre

9/21 - Wilkes-Barre, PA - F.M. Kirby Center

9/23 - Boston, MA - The Wilbur Theatre

9/24 - Verona, NY - Turning Stone

9/25 - New York, NY - The Town Hall

9/26 - Ithaca, NY - State Theatre

9/27 - Cleveland, OH - Ohio Theatre

9/29 - Hagerstown, MD - Maryland Theatre

9/30 - Columbus, OH - Southern Theatre

10/1 - Dayton, OH - Victoria Theatre

10/4 - Louisville, KY - Bomhard Theatre

10/5 - Morgantown, WV - Metropolitan Theatre

10/7 - Joliet, IL - Rialto Square Theatre

10/8 - Eau Claire, WI - The Eau Claire Arts Center

10/9 - Morris, WI - University of Minnesota-Morris

10/10 - Green Bay, WI - Weidner Center for the Performing Arts

10/13 - New Orleans, LA - The Civic Theatre

10/14 - Austin, TX - The Paramount Theatre

10/15 - Nederland, TX - Nederland Performing Arts Center

10/16 - Houston, TX - Cullen Performance Hall

10/18 - Abilene, TX - The Historic Paramount Theatre

10/19 - El Paso, TX - Magoffin Auditorium at UTEP

10/21 - San Jose, CA - Heritage Theatre

10/22 - Los Angeles, CA - Ace Hotel

10/23 - San Diego, CA - Balboa Theatre

10/24 - Malibu, CA - Smothers Theatre

10/25 - Santa Barbara, CA - Lobero Theatre

10/27 - Salem, OR - Elsinore Theatre

10/28 - Medford, OR - Craterian Theatre

10/29 - Paradise, CA - Paradise Performing Arts Center

10/31 - Heber City, UT - Heber Valley Western Music & Cowboy Poetry

11/1 - Colorado Springs, CO - Pikes Peak Center

11/3 - Missoula, MT - Dennison Theatre

11/4 - Edmonton, AB - Myer Horowitz Theatre

11/6 - Regina, SK - Casino Regina

11/7 - Winnipeg, MB - Garrick Centre

11/8 - Fargo, ND - Fargo Theatre - SOLD OUT

11/10 - Huntsville, AL - Von Braun Center

11/11 - Charleston, SC - Charleston Music Hall

11/12 - Orlando, FL - Plaza Live

11/13 - Atlanta, GA - Center Stage

11/14 - Greeneville, TN - Niswonger Performing Arts Center

11/15 - Indianapolis, IN - Egyptian Room at Old Nation Centre

HOLIDAY SHOWS


12/6 - Durham, NC - Carolina Theatre

12/11 - Cedar Falls, IA - Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

12/15 - Fayetteville, AR - Baum Walker Hall at Walton Arts Center

For tour dates and more information on Home Free, visit http://homefreemusic.com/

KENNY CHESNEY AND BAND HEAD TO SPRING TRAINING THIS WEEK

With Chesney’s The Big Revival Tour Set to Kick-Off March 26, Musicians Are Gearing Up

PRESS RELEASE

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Feb. 18, 2015) - It’s not just baseball players shaking off the off-season. As the sport’s biggest stars head to the Cactus and Grapefruit Leagues to gear up for the Major and American League Baseball season, country music’s biggest star is bringing his band together for their first musical rehearsals in over two years.

With The Big Revival Tour slated to be one of Chesney’s biggest and most musical yet, the 4-time CMA and 4-time ACM Entertainer of the Year is locking down for four full weeks before the band kicks things off with a sold-out two night stand at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena March 26-27. Nearly two-dozen NFL-sized stadiums plays slated will be part of this year’s tour – and the songwriter/superstar can’t wait to get back out there.

 “I’ve always said we’re a lot like a baseball team,” Chesney admits. “We’re six months on, six months off... and a lot of time to get ready. But you know, when it’s all heart and so physically demanding, there’s really no other way to do this.

“When we rolled into Pensacola last year for the FloraBamaJama, I was amazed how well we all came together. But it also showed how hungry everybody was to play. I knew when we all got back together, it would rock. So I can’t wait to get into the room with everybody.”

Having spent a year creating The Big Revival, his 13th No. 1 Billboard Country release, Chesney has been able to devote the same time to crafting this year’s show. Look for new songs, old songs and some surprises as well as the inclusion of the Academy of Country Music Single, Song and Video of the Year nominee “American Kids.”

“It’s funny how much energy this new music has brought to everybody,” Chesney marvels. “You don’t realize until you stop what the treadmill feels like, and when you really challenge yourself to push the music... You find things like ‘American Kids,’ ‘Rock Bottom’ and write things like ‘Wild Child.’ That freshness in the music is something I think every single band member has commented to me about.”

Having already yielded his 25th and 26th No. 1s with the two week chart-topper “American Kids” and “’Til It’s Gone,” “Wild Child,” Chesney’s duet with hippie rocker Grace Potter, moved ten spots – from No. 36 to No. 26 at Billboard and No. 43 to No. 33 on Mediabase – in only its third week.

Rolling Stone recognized the renewed verve of The Big Revival, writing it “continuously brings a sense of emotional urgency.” Certainly it’s something the man The Wall Street Journal called “The King of the Road” is sensing.

“When we were talking about what songs to play, a couple of us were imaging how the fans are going to respond to the new stuff – and everyone was like ‘Oh, yeah...’ Because I think as fired up as the crowds have always been, this year’s set is going to take everything to a whole other level. And that’s one thing about the No Shoes Nation: they come to have the time of their lives – and the beauty of my band is they’re determined to make it the best night of the summer.”

Chesney, who has sold over a million tickets each of his headlining tours, is the only country act in Billboard’s Top 10 Touring Acts of the Last 25 Years. The Big Revival Tour, presented by Corona Light and sponsored by Blue Chair Bay, looks to be no exception.

AMERICAN LEGACY TOUR LANDS IN BIRMINGHAM NOV 8 - FEATURING RONNIE MCDOWELL, CONFEDERATE RAILROAD, THE FLORIDA BOYS, LEE GIBSON, AMBER HAYES, KALISA EWING, MATT HOGGATT, DOYLE GRISHAM AND TARA PRIEST.

PRESS RELEASE

Birmingham, AL – October 31, 2014 - The American Legacy Tour comes to Workplay Theatre in Birmingham, Saturday, November 8 (Veteran’s Day weekend). The tour features national touring talents Confederate Railroad, Ronnie McDowell, The Florida Boys, Amber Hayes, Kalisa Ewing, Matt Hoggatt, Lee Gibson, Coral Reefer Doyle Grisham and Tara Priest. The event is hosted by Horizons Financial Insurance Group.

“Here’s an event that is just plain fun,” said organizer Jim Nix of Horizons Financial Insurance Group. “Plus, it’s for a great cause! All profits plus $5 of every ticket goes directly to ‘Singing for a Change’, a charity started by Jimmy Buffett 15 years ago to help communities make positive change.”

The concert begins at 8:30pm.

“It’s a concert filled with hit after hit after hit,” said Mike Mashburn of Horizons. “Just take Confederate Railroad. Songs like ‘Elvis and Andy’, ‘Trashy Women’, ‘Queen of Memphis’, ‘Jesus and Mama’ and ‘Daddy Never Was the Cadillac Kind’ just to name a few has made this band legendary!

“Then, you have Ronnie McDowell with over 11 million records sold. Songs like ‘Older Women, ‘Watching Girls Go By’, ‘The King is Gone’, ‘Personally’, ‘Unchained Melody’ has made him one of the most successful music artists ever.”

Jim Carter of Horizons continued, “The Florida Boys will be there as well. Since 1947, the group has been at the top of southern gospel music. Then you have the Buffett influence of Coral Reefer Doyle Grisham who has worked with Jimmy since 1971. Also on Jimmy’s Mailboat Records label is Matt Hoggatt, who received national recognition with his song, ‘Dear Jimmy Buffett.’

“Nashville newcomers Amber Hayes, Lee Gibson, Tara Priest, and Kalisa Ewing are also on the bill to round out one incredible night.”
American Legacy Tour producer Danny Rasberry said he had a reason for putting the acts on the road.

“It’s about positive change. Last year, we gave money to the ‘homeless veterans’ cause. We run the tour around Veteran’s Day to honor their service and to show our grateful appreciation for their sacrifice in making our world safer and free. In addition, we’re thrilled to have Horizons Financial Insurance Group host our event.
“This concert is fast moving and is full of great music and national talent. Hard to find this type of entertainment on any stage and we’re happy to bring it to WorkPlay in Birmingham this November.”

Tickets are on sale by going to www.americanlegacytour.com or at www.workplay.com. For additional information call 205-871-7743.

KENNY CHESNEY TAKES THE BIG REVIVAL ON THE ROAD

Get Ready for the Eight-Time Entertainer of the Year’s Biggest Tour Yet

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 24, 2014) – After a year making The Big Revival, his 13th #1 Country Album debut, Kenny Chesney is ready to get back to the fans. With the multiple week #1 “American Kids” and “Til Its Gone” currently sitting at #18 on Billboard’s Country Singles chart, his new music has reinvigorated the No Shoes Nation.

Now Chesney returns to where he draws inspiration, energy and a reason to believe in the power of music: his 2015 tour! The man The Wall Street Journal deemed “The King of the Road” mixes it up playing arenas, amphitheaters and stadiums. He kicks off on March 26, his birthday in Nashville -- and also teams with presenting sponsor Corona Light to do it.

“I can’t think of a better way to celebrate,” Chesney, who confirmed he’s bringing The Big Revival Tour to America today on ABC's Good Morning America, says. “I’ve been ready to get out there for a long time. Now that we’re announced I’m fired up! This new music brings a new energy to the show, and it’s gonna take what we do to a whole other level.

Impressive considering each of his headlining tours since 2002 has sold over a million tickets– making him the only country act in Billboard’s Top 10 Touring Acts of the Past 25 Years. That’s a strong showing, given Chesney’s only been headlining half that time.

“We’re going to be mixing up the line-up, too: different markets will have different acts playing with us. A few will be on all the stadium shows, some doing pieces – but I promise everybody who’s coming out rocks hard, and understands turning a crowd on.”

Chesney knows how to pick’em. Over the years, Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood have supported Chesney’s full-tilt tours, as well as beyond genre artists Grace Potter and Uncle Kracker.

“This is really about us and the fans... the fact that every year, so many people make their summer about coming to see us. I’ve missed that sense of community and that passion for the music. There’s gonna be some stuff from the new record and songs people haven’t heard in a while. There’s gonna be a whole lot of music and some surprises…

“I didn’t know if I could take the music as far as we were able with the album. That’s the beauty of giving things time to be what they’re meant to. We’re already working on next year’s video. I’ve seen the stage – and the lights. As the set list comes together, and we start locking down rehearsals, this is gonna be a wild night. I hope the fans are ready.”

Rolling Stone echoes that, saying The Big Revival “continuously brings a sense of musical energy and emotional urgency...” and Billboard raved it “captures the zeitgeist of American youth in a way that John Mellencamp once owned.” Look for this year’s tour to offer the same kind of energy, intensity and excitement.

“Because of the number of artists we’re pulling into this tour, the roll out is a little trickier, but I think it’s going to be worth the wait and the finding out. Rather than locking in one thing, I wanted to make each market the best it could be. People will be fired up when they see who’s playing where. That means, there’s more news to come... A lot of our favorite cities are on the list, so are some places we’ve never been. Get ready!”
 

CMA NOMINEE ERIC CHURCH ANNOUNCES SECOND LEG OF WILDLY SUCCESSFUL “THE OUTSIDERS WORLD TOUR”

Initial 2015 Tour Dates Announced; Church to make triumphant return to the iconic Madison Square Garden stage October 17

Church to perform “Talladega” from The Outsiders tonight on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (11:35p ET/10:35 CT)

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Wednesday, Oct. 15 – Eight long years ago, Eric Church stepped foot onto the stage of the legendary Madison Square Garden and changed the trajectory of his career forever. At the time, his debut album Sinners Like Me was receiving critical acclaim and his debut single “How Bout You” was climbing the charts and as opener for a country trio on a chilly October 14, 2006 evening, Church was ready to play long and loud and late into the night…or at least that’s how the story goes.

The Chief hasn’t been back since.

Fast forward eight years, and the EMI Nashville recording artist is ready to recreate that long and loud and fateful night. Except this time, the Chief is in charge. Now holding the deserving title of headliner, Church is preparing to take the MSG stage once again on October 17, 2014 in celebration of his top selling album The Outsiders, his rising single “Talledega” and the unveiling of the second leg of Eric Church: The Outsiders World Tour.

The much anticipated and long overdue show in New York City is just one of the many highlights of a year that has found Church tirelessly touring the country, consistently at the top of the charts and serving as the toast of a bevy of award shows. To commemorate his return performance in The Big Apple, Church will also perform on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday, Oct. 15 on NBC at 11:35 pm ET/10:35 CT. At the upcoming 48th Annual CMA Awards, airing live on November 5 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC, The Outsiders is nominated for CMA Album of the Year and has also earned Church three additional CMA nominations for Male Vocalist of the Year, as well as both Single of the Year and Song of the Year for his No. 1 hit song “Give Me Back My Hometown.”

 

Church told The New York Times earlier this year, “I always say that we don’t make these songs for Music Row, we make them for the front row," and both fans and critics agree. A Rolling Stone cover artist, the publication raves The Outsiders World Tour packs "a serious punch," and SPIN Magazine notes "he's the most exciting, sonically fearless singer in Nashville."

And based on the staggering success of The Outsiders World Tour, Church will take on the New Year with the launch of the second leg of the tour in New Orleans on January 8, 2015. The second leg of the 2015 tour will proceed as follows:

Jan. 8| New Orleans, LA| Smoothie King Center 

Jan. 9| Tupelo, MS| BankcorpSouth Arena

Jan. 10| Nashville, TN| Bridgestone Arena

Jan. 14| Oklahoma City, OK| Chesapeake Energy Arena

Jan. 16| Las Vegas, NV | The Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Jan. 17| Las Vegas, NV| The Chelsea at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

Jan. 18| San Diego, CA| Valley View Casino Arena

Jan. 22| Fresno, CA| Save Mart Center

Jan. 23| Los Angeles, CA| Staples Center

Jan. 24| Phoenix, AZ| US Airways Arena

Jan. 27| Denver, CO| Pepsi Center

Jan. 29| Spokane, WA| Spokane Arena

Jan. 30| Boise, ID| Taco Bell Arena

Jan. 31| Salt Lake City, UT| EnergySolutions Arena

Feb. 4| Sacramento, CA| Sleep Train Arena

Feb. 5| San Jose, CA| SAP Center

HUNTER HAYES ADDS TWO “WILD CARD” DATES TO UPCOMING TATTOO (YOUR NAME) TOUR

Tickets on sale now for October 28 stop in New York; tickets to go on sale October 10 for additional stop in Dallas

Photo Credit: Kristin Barlowe

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Sept. 29, 2014) – Four-time GRAMMY nominee and multi-instrumentalist Hunter Hayes is announcing today the addition of two dates to his upcoming Tattoo (Your Name) Tour. Dubbed “Wild Card” shows after the same-titled song on Hayes’ chart-topping album Storyline, the additional shows are set for October 28 at New York City’s Best Buy Theatre and November 29 at the Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie in Dallas, Texas. Tickets for the New York date are currently on sale and tickets for the Dallas show will go on sale to the public Friday, Oct. 10 at 10:00 a.m. CST.

Each ticket purchased for Hayes’ Tattoo (Your Name) Tour also comes with a customized LED wristband by Glow Motion Technologies that will allow fans to be an integral part of the live show. The wristbands, featuring technology that has never been taken on a full tour before, will officially debut at the Oct. 28 show in New York.

Joining Hayes as a supporting act for that show will be up-and-coming country group The Railers, with hot new duo Dan + Shay joining Hayes as supporting acts for the “Wild Card” show in Dallas. Both Warner Music labelmates will appear on previously announced U.S. dates for the Tattoo (Your Name) Tour.

Dates for the Tattoo (Your Name) Tour are as follows:
Oct. 28, 2014 Best Buy Theatre | New York, N.Y.
Oct. 30, 2014 Bryce Jordan Center | University Park, Penn.
Oct. 31, 2014 Times Union Center | Albany, N.Y.
Nov. 1, 2014 Thomas M. Ryan Center | Providence, R.I.
Nov. 13, 2014 BMO Harris Bradley Center | Milwaukee, Wisc.
Nov. 14, 2014 iWireless Center | Moline, Ill.
Nov. 15, 2014 Sprint Center | Kansas City, Mo.
Nov. 20, 2014 Chaifetz Arena | St. Louis, Mo.
Nov. 21, 2014 Sears Centre Arena | Chicago, Ill.
Nov. 22, 2014 The Palace of Auburn Hills | Detroit, Mich.
Nov. 29, 2014 Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie | Dallas, Texas
Dec. 4, 2014 Lakefront Arena | New Orleans, La.
Dec. 5, 2014 Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena | Jacksonville, Fla.
Dec. 6, 2014 Arena at Gwinnett Center | Atlanta, Ga.
Dec. 11, 2014 Wolstein Center | Cleveland, Ohio
Dec. 12, 2014 Rogers K-Rock Centre | Kingston, ONT Canada
Dec. 13, 2014 Budweiser Gardens | London, ONT Canada

STEVE HOLY ADDS WINTER TOUR DATES TO SCHEDULE

Curb recording artist Steve Holy has added two dates to his winter tour schedule in support of his latest single, "Radio Up". The new single is getting rave reviews from radio on both coasts and is gaining momentum with overwhelmingly positive listener feedback. "Radio Up" is setting itself up to be the comeback hit for one of country's most missed voices. Request it on your local station, let them know you want to hear more from Steve Holy.

FRI FEB 14, 2014 - 7:00 PM
Radio Up Radio Tour with WCYQ
Knoxville, TN
CONTACT WCYQ FOR INFO

SAT FEB 15, 2014 - 7:00 PM
Chisholm Trail Festival
Donna, TX
CLICK HERE FOR INFO