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Trent Wagler, Darrell Scott, and David Holt as Judges for 28th Annual Chris Austin Songwriting Contest
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 08, 2020 MerleFest, presented by Window World®, is pleased to announce Trent Wagler (of The Steel Wheels), Darrell Scott, and David Holt as judges for the 28th Annual Chris Austin Songwriting Contest (CASC). ...
Town Mountain Releases 'Down Low' Video Featuring Tyler Childers
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 11, 2019 Known for their rowdy, energetic performances, Town Mountain has spent most of 2019 on the road, playing major festivals and venues across the country, including the legendary Grand Ole Opry. On September 30, the band made their debut at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, to a ...
Willie Nelson & Family, Alison Krauss, and More to Perform at MerleFest 2020
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 12, 2019 MerleFest, presented by Window World, is proud to announce the initial lineup for MerleFest 2020, which will be held April 23-26. The annual homecoming of musicians and music fans returns to the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Moun...
Sheryl Crow, Amy Ray Join 'The Lantern Tour II: Concerts for Migrant and Refugee Families'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 05, 2019 As The Lantern Tour II prepares to kick off its nationwide tour tonight at the Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., tour organizers announced the winter 2020 date and full lineup, which will feature Emmylou Harris, Sheryl Crow, Jerry Douglas, Steve Earle, Buddy and Julie Miller and Amy Ray....
Curt Chambers Pays Homage to Alan Jackson with Cover
by Abigail Charpentier - October 16, 2019 Grammy winning, singer-songwriter Curt Chambers pays homage to one of his favorite country music superstars with a hard-hitting rendition of “Don't Rock the Jukebox.” The Philadelphia native infused his love of rock and blues into the remake of the classic 90's country anthem and deliberately droppi...
Grammy Award Winner Curt Champbers Releases New Country Single 'Up In The Air'
by Julie Musbach - September 24, 2019 Curt Chambers is a GRAMMY winning singer-songwriter and producer who has gained notoriety for his unique fusions of rock, soul, country and hip hop. Curt released his third country music single 'Up in the Air' August 23rd, 2019....
Country Road TV Adds Bluegrass Channel to Network Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 03, 2019 Country Road TV, the OTT/online network that celebrates and caters to the 'country lifestyle,' is pleased to announce the addition of a brand-new BLUEGRASS CHANNEL to the platform. Viewers can enjoy shows such as'Reno's Old Time Music,' 'Country's Family Reunion Simply Bluegrass,' 'Grassroots to Bl...
BBC Announces Exclusive Film with Dolly Parton
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 21, 2019 With exclusive access, Dolly's Country (w/t) comes to BBC Two this autumn as part of a season of programmes putting a spotlight on country music....
Mumford & Sons Releases Vevo Short Film '12 Years Strong'
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 24, 2019 Vevo and Mumford & Sons announce the release of 'Mumford & Sons - 12 Years Strong,' an original documentary presented by Vevo, in addition to an exclusive live performance of 'Forever.' 'Mumford & Sons - 12 Years Strong' presents behind-the-scenes insight into one the worlds' most esteemed bands, Mu...
Alt-Folk, Hip-Hop Trio Judah & The Lion Share '7000x', Plus Announce Latitude, World Tour
by Tori Hartshorn - April 09, 2019 The genre-smashing Nashville trio Judah & the Lion are thrilled to share another new track'7000x', out now. The track gives fans another preview of the band's forthcoming third studio album Pep Talks, which is due for physical release in the UK on July 5th, via Cletus the Van/Caroline....
Tommy Emmanuel Announces More U.S. Tour Dates Starting July 15
by Tori Hartshorn - February 27, 2019 TOMMMY EMMANUEL is a lot of things: an esteemed Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer and performer whose must-see shows combine virtuosity with his engaging storytelling wit. He's a prolific recording artist, has been twice voted Best Acoustic Guitarist by readers of Guitar Player magazine and honor...
Lovers Leap Announce Self-Titled Debut EP
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 25, 2019 Lovers Leap, a brand new partnership of musicians Shelby Means (Sally & George, formerly of Della Mae), Mary Lucey (formerly of Biscuit Burners), Joel Timmons (Sally & George, Sol Driven Train), and Billy Cardine (Acoustic Syndicate, formerly of Biscuit Burners), have announced their debut EP, Love...
Kacey Musgraves Wins Big at the CMA AWARDS - See Full List of Winners Here!
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 15, 2018 Chris Stapleton reveled in a celebratory night in Nashville as he took home three wins at "The 52nd Annual CMA Awards," while Keith Urban warmed hearts with his gracious acceptance of the coveted Entertainer of the Year trophy. Country Music's Biggest Night was hosted for the 11th consecutive year b...
MerleFest 2019 Announces Initial Lineup and Late Night Jam
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 13, 2018 MerleFest, presented by Window World, is proud to announce the initial lineup for MerleFest 2019, which will be held April 25-28. The annual homecoming of musicians and music fans returns to the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Moun...
Danny Burns Signs to Bonfire Recording Co
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 08, 2018 Don't call Danny Burns a newcomer. Two decades before releasing his 2018 debut, North Country — a collaborative album filled with appearances by icons like Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush, Tift Merritt, and Dan Tyminski— he kicked off his career as a traveling folksinger, logging shows on both sides of the ...
The Devil Makes Three Announces Extensive North American Tour For 2018
by A.A. Cristi - September 28, 2018 The Devil Makes Three has announced an extensive North American tour for 2018 with tickets on sale now HERE. The 23-show run will kick-off in Madison, WI on January 10 and hit major cities throughout Canada and the American Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast, ending in Dallas, TX on February 10....
We Banjo 3 to Perform at Smothers Theatre at Pepperdine
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 26, 2018 We Banjo 3, an award-winning band from Galway, will perform at Smothers Theatre at The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts at Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, on Friday, October 19th at 8:00 p.m. This event is open to patrons of all ages. Tickets are $15-$35. For more infor...
Crawford & Power Signs Exclusive Booking Representation with APA
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 19, 2018 Promising classic country emerging duo, Crawford & Power, have signed exclusive booking representation with APA. The debut EP and single of the same name “Play A Hank Jr. Song” was released to all digital platforms in June 2018 and has been added to Spotify's 90's Country (and some 80's) playlist. T...
The Country Music Association Announces the THE 52ND ANNUAL CMA AWARDS Nominees
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 28, 2018 The Country Music Association has announced the final nominees for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” as Chris Stapleton tops the list of finalists with five nominations. Producer and musician Dann Huff receives four nominations, the second most nominations this year, while nine artists garner three each...
Tommy Emmanuel Announces Additional Tour Dates with Jerry Douglas
by Macon Prickett - July 16, 2018 Esteemed Grammy-nominated guitarist, composer and performer TOMMY EMMANUEL has announced additional dates for this fall's 'Tommy Emmanuel with Very Special Guest Jerry Douglas' tour. The trek will kick off November 29 at the Steifel Theatre for the Performing Arts in Salina, Kansas and run through D...
Love Canon's COVER STORY Out Today On Organic Records
by Tori Hartshorn - July 13, 2018 Love Canon's COVER STORY Out Today On Organic Records...
Dickey Betts, The Get Up Kids, Thrice, The Front Bottoms To Headline Great South Bay Music Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - July 09, 2018 The Great South Bay Music Festival - Long Islands longest running, and largest 4 day, all ages Music & Arts Festival, returns to the picturesque waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15th. ...
Hot Rize Announces 40th Anniversary Album Recorded Live at Boulder Theatre
by Macon Prickett - June 27, 2018 Hot Rize, one of the most respected and influential bands in bluegrass music, is pleased to announce the release of their aptly named new record Hot Rize 40th Anniversary Bash, recorded live at Boulder Theatre, over the course of three sold out shows in January of this year. Hot Rize (Nick Forster o...
Dickey Betts, The Get Up Kids, Thrice, The Front Bottoms To Headline Great South Bay Music Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - June 27, 2018 Long Islands longest running, and largest 4 day, all ages Music & Arts Festival, returns to the picturesque waterfront at Shorefront Park in Patchogue Village from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15th....
Love Canon's New Album COVER STORY Set for July 13 Release Featuring Jerry Douglas, Aoife O'Donovan, & More
by Macon Prickett - June 06, 2018 LOVE CANON brings their acoustic-roots sensibilities to the electronic-tinged pop hits of the 80s and 90s to create Cover Story, their 4th album, due out on Organic Records July 13, 2018. With Cover Story, LOVE CANON delivers a fresh set of classics, crossing genres to recount music of decades past ... |