Craig Campbell

Industry Pro Newsletter: Economic Barriers and Ballet: 2024 Data Reports Highlight Challenges

In this week's newsletter, we look at national trends impacting arts organizations, including financial shifts and attendance barriers from three different data sources. Moving to New York, we cover Soho Rep's relocation, Signature Theatre's interim leadership, and Under the Radar Festival's upcoming season.

Cygnet Theatre Announces Strategic Staff Changes

Cygnet Theatre, a cornerstone of San Diego's cultural landscape, has announced significant advancements within its leadership team. These developments are part of the theatre's ongoing expansion and preparation for its highly anticipated move to a new, state-of-the-art home – The Joan at ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station – in 2025.

Craig Campbell Sets Date for 'Almost Greatest Hits' Album

Craig Campbell is set to release Almost Greatest Hits - six songs and another song just for fun that define a career of consistent hits, thousands of miles on the road, and respect from his industry peers. The new album will be available on August 30, 2024.

Ashley Barron Releases New Single 'Cryin' In A Bar'

Ashley Barron shakes up the country-rock scene with her new single 'Cryin' In A Bar'.

Kelsea Ballerini, Brothers Osborne & More Join CMA Lineup

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 Treaty, Thomas Rhett, Keith Urban, and more.

Craig Campbell Sets Date For 'Passionate Class Of '89' Album

Last year was an ambitious time of music for country hitmaker Craig Campbell, releasing the 16-song The Lost Files: Exhibit A and the 17-song Exhibit B, the second of which landed on the first ballot of the ACM Awards. The six songs represent the core influences who helped mold his desire to pursue a career as an artist and songwriter.

Cast and Creative Team Set for LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL at Cygnet Theatre

Cygnet Theatre has revealed the cast and creative team ofLady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill by Lanie Robertson.

Lucas Hoge To Release 'It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas'

Lucas Hoge’s love of the holidays rivals his love for the outdoors. Produced by Kent Wells (Dolly Parton), “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas” will be released on Forge Entertainment via ONErpm. A week later, on Thursday, November 9, his “Hey Christmas” original song will be featured in the Lifetime movie A Cowboy Christmas Romance.

Ashley Barron Releases Breakout Single "Kiss A Brunette"

Discover Ashley Barron's breakout single 'Kiss A Brunette' challenging social norms. Stream the empowering and rowdy track now.

Photos: Doris Dear Returns Home To Staten Island For A Night Of Nostalgia At The St. George Theatre

Last Saturday night, the illustrious St. George Theatre welcomed the grand return of Doris Dear (Ray DeForest) , fondly known as 'America's Perfect Housewife,' to her hometown as part of the VG Lounge Cabaret Series. Check out photos!

Emerging Country Artist Cody Cozz Releases New Single 'I Could Get Used To This'

Emerging country sensation Cody Cozz is set to make a profound mark on the country music scene with the release of his single, 'I Could Get Used To This.'

Craig Campbell Sets Date for 'The Lost Files: Exhibit B'

Craig Campbell dug deep into his catalog of songs recorded during two label deals and gems he cut for his own label, when he released The Lost Files: Exhibit A in February. Continuing the process, he unearthed another 17 songs which will be released as The Lost Files: Exhibit B on his Grindstone Recordings label.

Jelly Roll Collaborates With Country Rap Artist Kendall Tucker

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 alongside State of Mine.

Cast Revealed For EVITA at Cygnet Theatre

Cygnet Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of Evita with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice. This Tony Award-winning musical is directed by Sean Murray and runs August 9 - September 24 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town.

Craig Campbell's 'Outskirts of Heaven' is Certified Gold

Country star Craig Campbell was halfway through his rousing set on the Dr. Pepper AMP Stage at CMA Fest on Saturday, when his manager, Maddy Grossl, interrupted him with news that his smash hit “Outskirts of Heaven” was certified GOLD. She, Craig’s wife and daughter, producer Mickey Jack Cones, and much of his team delivered the plaque.

Craig Campbell Signs With Kinkead Entertainment Agency

Released on his Grindstone Recordings label, his recent project The Lost Files – Exhibit A is Craig’s first full-length album in 10 years. He has been on the road promoting the album and first single, “Tractor Songs,” which was written by his good buddy Walker Hayes.

Cygnet Theatre Announces The Cast And Creative Team Of NOËL COWARD'S PRESENT LAUGHTER

Cygnet Theatre has announced the cast and creative team of Noël Coward's Present Laughter. This classic comedy is directed by Rosina Reynolds and runs March 29 - April 29 at Cygnet Theatre in Old Town. 

Cody Cozz To Release 'Wanna Be That Guy' Single Tomorrow

The Pueblo, Colorado native met Campbell after opening one of Craig’s shows, and the two started a kinship that led to signing with Grindstone Recordings. Though now a Nashville resident, he regularly returns home to perform and has opened for the likes of Jon Pardi, Clay Walker, Michael Ray, Mitchell Tenpenny, and others.

Lindsey Hinkle Will Perform at Eddie's Attic Next Month

Multi-talented singer/songwriter and recording artist Lindsey Hinkle will be performing (along with Nick Hetzler and Kelli Johnson) at Eddie's Attic in Decatur, GA on January 6, 2023.

Craig Campbell to Release 'Mary Did You Know' With Daughters Preslee and Kinni

Craig Campbell and his family released a wonderful version of “White Christmas” last year, and this year he enlisted his talented daughters, Preslee and Kinni, to record the modern classic “Mary Did You Know.” Written by Mark Lowry and Buddy Greene, the Campbells’ beautiful rendition will be available on Grindstone Records.