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UNCLE KRACKER


BIO:
Matthew Shafer (born June 6, 1974) is an American rock musician known as Uncle Kracker. His singles include "Follow Me", "Smile", and "Drift Away". His music was more rap rock-based at the start of his career before turning in a more country rock influenced direction on later releases.

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Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne & More Join CMA Lineup Photo Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne & More Join CMA Lineup
by Michael Major - March 14, 2024

The nightly shows at Nissan Stadium will see some of the biggest stars in Country Music, including Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne, Luke Bryan, Jordan Davis, HARDY, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Ashley McBryde, Parker McCollum, Megan Moroney, Jon Pardi, Carly Pearce, The War And Treat...

Jelly Roll Collaborates With Country Rap Artist Kendall Tucker Photo Jelly Roll Collaborates With Country Rap Artist Kendall Tucker
by Michael Major - July 24, 2023

The new single follows the success of his previous single “Stickup” featuring MYXED and Three Six Mafia co-founder Project Pat as they get ready for Tucker’s forthcoming project set for release later this year. For this new single Kendall has connected with the hottest Country/Rap artists Jelly Roll...

Uncle Kracker Announces New Single 'Reason To Drink' Photo Uncle Kracker Announces New Single 'Reason To Drink'
by Michael Major - July 13, 2023

From time-to-time life puts us in a position where we need a reason to drink, and the multi-genre and multi-platinum hitmaker, Uncle Kracker, has a few you can lean on. The forthcoming “Reason To Drink,” penned by Matthew Shafer (Uncle Kracker), Blair Daly and Troy Verges, is a thirst quencher out j...

Country Music Association's CMA Fest Reveals Initial 2022 Lineup Photo Country Music Association's CMA Fest Reveals Initial 2022 Lineup
by Michael Major - April 12, 2022

Taking the nightly Nissan Stadium stage this year are Country Music superstars Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Gabby Barrett, Dierks Bentley, Kane Brown, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs, Russell Dickerson, Alan Jackson, Lady A, Parker McCollum, Carly Pearce, Thomas Rhett, Darius Rucker, Cole Swindell, Carrie...

Average Joes' 'Mud Digger 12' Compilation Will Drop July 2 Photo Average Joes' 'Mud Digger 12' Compilation Will Drop July 2
by Sarah Jae Leiber - June 15, 2021

Also featured on 'Mud Digger 12' are country-rap stars Nappy Roots, Sarah Ross, the 'Mud Digger King,' Lenny Cooper, and more of the genre's top-selling artists....

Ira Dean Honors Late Friend Johnny Cash With 'Let It Be Tonight' Photo Ira Dean Honors Late Friend Johnny Cash With 'Let It Be Tonight'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 16, 2021

Johnny Cash: Forever Words (Expanded Edition) includes the original album released in 2018, along with 18 new tracks. The record was compiled by Cash’s son, John Carter Cash, who recently discovered lost lyrics, poems and letters that his father had written....

Big B Releases New Single 'Band Of Brothers' Photo Big B Releases New Single 'Band Of Brothers'
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 18, 2019

Southern California singer/rapper Big B has returned with his new group The Felons Club. The group has released its first taste of new music in the form of the new single 'Band of Brothers (This is How I Roll)' online....

Country Artist and Songwriter Matt Kennon Releases New Video Photo Country Artist and Songwriter Matt Kennon Releases New Video
by Tori Hartshorn - July 31, 2019

Matt Kennon continues to hear story after story from listeners, industry and radio about his latest single as the emotional and raw lyrics of  “Love Is Stronger,” have touched the hearts of listeners....

Matt Kennon Signs Exclusive Representation With Stevens Management Group Photo Matt Kennon Signs Exclusive Representation With Stevens Management Group
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 27, 2019

Matt Kennon released his emotional and raw single, a?oeLove Is Strongera?? to radio earlier this month and today announced exclusive representation with Matthew Stevens, President of Stevens Management Group (SMG-Nashville)....

Heart Tugging Video For LOVE IS STRONGER by Country Music Artist and Songwriter Matt Photo Heart Tugging Video For LOVE IS STRONGER by Country Music Artist and Songwriter Matt Kennon Announced
by Tori Hartshorn - June 20, 2019

“Love Is Stronger” by Matt Kennon hit the radio airwaves this month and was ranked in The Top 20 Most Downloaded and Streamed on Play MPE. Best known for his emotional, heart wrenching and true to life songs that tug at listeners heart strings, and the fact he is not afraid to bring attention to sub...

Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban Among Performers for 2019 CMA Fest Photo Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban Among Performers for 2019 CMA Fest
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 05, 2019

The Country Music Association has revealed the initial artist lineup for this year's CMA Fest, which features hundreds of Country Music artists performing on multiple stages throughout downtown Nashville Thursday through Sunday, June 6-9. CMA Fest is a one-of-a-kind festival with artists donating th...

Jimmie Allen, The Cadillac Three, and Resurrection to Take the Stage at Cotton Eyed J Photo Jimmie Allen, The Cadillac Three, and Resurrection to Take the Stage at Cotton Eyed Joe
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 09, 2019

East Tennessee's most legendary nightclub, Cotton Eyed Joe, is excited to announce their January and February 2019 live concert lineup, which brings Jimmie Allen, The Cadillac Three, Resurrection and The ChillBillies to the stage....

Caroline Jones to Join Kenny Chesney's 'Songs for the Saints 2019 Tour' Photo Caroline Jones to Join Kenny Chesney's 'Songs for the Saints 2019 Tour'
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 05, 2018

For Kenny Chesney, the Songs for the Saints 2019 Tour is about going to the people, leaning in and creating music in a more intimate realm than his massive 1.3 million, 19-stadium summer tours contain. With a focus on arenas half the size he normally plays, it offers the songwriter from East Tenness...

Cotton Eyed Joe Welcomes Carly Pearce, Uncle Kracker, Michael Ray, Lindsay Ell & Cody Photo Cotton Eyed Joe Welcomes Carly Pearce, Uncle Kracker, Michael Ray, Lindsay Ell & Cody Johnson with Jacob Bryant in November
by Tori Hartshorn - October 29, 2018

East Tennessee's most legendary nightclub, Cotton Eyed Joe, is proud to announce their #ShowAtTheJoe November lineup which brings Carly Pearce, Uncle Kracker, Michael Ray, Lindsay Ell & Cody Johnson with Jacob Bryant to the stage....

“Chillin on the Lucie” Music Festival Taps Nash Nights Live's Elaina Smith As Host, A Photo “Chillin on the Lucie” Music Festival Taps Nash Nights Live's Elaina Smith As Host, Announces Full Lineup
by Tori Hartshorn - September 18, 2018

Cumulus/Westwood One's Nash Nights Live and Women Want To Hear Women podcast host Elaina Smith will host the Chillin' on the Lucie music festival in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Oct. 3 - 7. Chillin' on the Lucie will feature a variety of country music artists including Wynonna & The Big Noise, Joe Nichols,...

“Chillin' on the Lucie” Music Festival Adds Uncle Kracker, Cassadee Pope, Parmalee, J Photo “Chillin' on the Lucie” Music Festival Adds Uncle Kracker, Cassadee Pope, Parmalee, Josh Gracin, & More
by Macon Prickett - July 25, 2018

More artists have been announced to perform at the Chillin' on the Lucie music festival in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Oct. 3 - 7. Uncle Kracker has joined the roster, as well as Cassadee Pope, Parmalee, Josh Gracin, Clare Dunn, Kalie Shorr, Hudson Moore and Lewis Brice. Twang and Round, Radio Romance, Ju...

Wynona & the Big Noise, Joe Nichols, & More Take Over Port St. Lucie, With Chillin' o Photo Wynona & the Big Noise, Joe Nichols, & More Take Over Port St. Lucie, With Chillin' on the Lucie this October
by Macon Prickett - May 16, 2018

Grab your sunscreen and head down south for the Chillin' on the Lucie music festival in Port St. Lucie, Fla., Oct. 3 - 7. Headlining will be country icon, Wynonna, with her band The Big Noise, and hit-maker Joe Nichols, with two more to be announced. RaeLynn, Thompson Square, Craig Campbell, Restles...

The Orleans Brings Top Country Stars and Rock Icons to The Orleans Showroom, Bourbon Photo The Orleans Brings Top Country Stars and Rock Icons to The Orleans Showroom, Bourbon Street Lounge and Bailiwick in March
by Tori Hartshorn - February 13, 2018

The Orleans Brings Top Country Stars and Rock Icons to The Orleans Showroom, Bourbon Street Lounge and Bailiwick in March...

Songwriter Kevin Fisher Debuts 'Christmas Beer' in Time for the Holidays Photo Songwriter Kevin Fisher Debuts 'Christmas Beer' in Time for the Holidays
by Caryn Robbins - December 14, 2017

Acclaimed songwriter Kevin Fisher (Rascal Flatts, Sara Evans, Uncle Kracker), who has devoted an entire album to the art of brew on his new album, Beer Me, is serving up another flavorful, catchy tune in time for the holidays aptly titled, Christmas Beer....

Rock/Country Songwriter Kevin Fisher Makes Recording Debut with a 12-Pack of Refreshi Photo Rock/Country Songwriter Kevin Fisher Makes Recording Debut with a 12-Pack of Refreshing Tracks
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017

Kevin Fisher has two words and 12 songs for all country-rock fans needing to de-stress after a long, hard day at work: BEER ME!...












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