March 12th, 2006, 9th Survey - Fourth Year songs rated based on points system from radio and tv play
Artist/Song 1 - Carrie Underwood-Jesus Take The Wheel 2 - Josh Turner - Your Man 3 - Brad Paisley (with Dolly Parton) - When I Get Where I'm Going 4 - Keith Urban-Tonight I Wanna Cry 5 - Montgomery Gentry-She Don't Tell Me To 6 - Kenny Chesney-Living In Fast Forward 7 - Rascal Flatts - What Hurts The Most 8 - Blake Shelton-Nobody But Me 9 - Sugarland-Just Might (Make Me Believe) 10 - Sara Evans-Cheatin'
Hot Rising Single Neal McCoy The Last Of A Dying Breed
Keep-An-Eye On Single Reba McEntire Love Needs A Holiday
Murrah, New Officers To Guide Songwriters Foundation
NASHVILLE, TENN. (February 28, 2006) -- The Nashville Songwriters Foundation (NSF) Board of Directors has elected Roger Murrah, president of Murrah Music Corporation and a 2005 inductee into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, as chairman. Other officers elected by the NSF Board to serve for 2006 include John Van Mol (vice chairman), chief executive officer of Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence; Brian Williams (secretary), senior vice president / director entertainment private banking group, SunTrust Bank; and Cecilia Mynatt (treasurer), vice president of business development, Centerstone.
Along with Murrah and Williams, directors elected to two-year terms were: Karen Conrad, consultant to BMG Songs; Mike Dye, managing partner, GroupXcel; Jim McBride, songwriter; Tom Patten, president, Patten Properties, LLC; Michael L. Vaden, director of entertainment services, Crosslin, Vaden & Associates.
Along with Mynatt and Van Mol, directors elected to one-year terms were: David Conrad, music publisher; Byron Hill, songwriter; Wayland Holyfield, Hall of Fame member; Layng Martine, Jr., songwriter.
The Nashville Songwriters Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring and preserving Nashville's unique songwriting legacy. Induction into the NSF's Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, established in 1970, is the highest honor that can be bestowed by the Nashville songwriting community. To date, the hall has 153 members, including Guy Clark, Johnny Cash, Rodney Crowell, Chuck Berry, Vince Gill, Woody Guthrie, Buddy Holly, Harlan Howard, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Jimmie Rodgers and Hank Williams Sr.
CONTACT: Mark Ford markford@nashvillesongwriters.com / (615) 256-3354
Breanne Urban is preparing to record her first full length CD with producer Cyril Rawson in Nashville. Breanne is looking for some upbeat country rock songs as well as some very strong ballads.
Visit her website for a better feel of what she can do. Please mail (no MP3s, please) up to 5 of your best to: P.O. Box 1371, Raymond, AB, Canada T0K 2S0 Phone: 403-752-3000
THE STORY Cincinnati's WLW's Gary Burbank uses his wide range of voices to give you this wonderful story about Shelby...who is a green sheep...and finds out it is ok to be green. Story written by Keri (Schmidt) Early when she was in the 8th Grade.
THE SONG
Song written and performed by Wayne From Maine, noted singer of other children's songs...
We are looking for an avenue to bring Shelby to more people...thought maybe you might be interested in adding to your site.
On Wed, 08 Mar 2006 15:08:39 GMT, "Dave Schmidt" <daveschmidt@bright.net> wrote:
1 - Carrie Underwood-Jesus Take The Wheel
I concur.
This is VERY good.
-- -john wide-open at throttle dot info
~~~~~~~~ "Stealing our copyright provisions in the dead of night when no-one is looking is piracy. It's not piracy when kids swap music over the Internet using Napster..." - Courtney Love ~~~~~~~~
December 24th, 2006, 50th Survey - Fourth Year songs rated based on points system from radio and tv play
Artist/Song
* 1 - Carrie Underwood - Before He Cheats * 2 - Rodney Atkins - Watching You * 3 - Jason Aldean - Amarillo Sky * 4 - George Strait-It Just Comes Natural * 5 - Trace Adkins-Ladies Love Country Boys * 6 - Brad Paisley - She's Everything * 7 - Taylor Swift - Tim McGraw * 8 - Sugarland - Want To * 9 - Tim McGraw - My Little Girl * 10 - Trent Tomlinson One Wing In The Fire
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Cupit Records adds industry veteran Joe Redmond
Nashville, TN -Jerry Cupit, owner and President of Cupit Records is proud to announce the addition of industry veteran, Joe Redmond to the label. Redmond joins the six year-old label as National Director of Promotions.
"Joe's extensive background and reputation for excellence makes him a perfect fit with our team. We're proud to welcome him into the Cupit family and we look forward to new and exciting things to come in 2007," says Billy Holland, Executive Vice President of Cupit Records.
Redmond comes to Cupit from Warner Brothers, where he spent over 3 years as Director of Specialty Programming. Prior to his stint at Warner Brothers, Redmond worked for 3 years at Mediabase.
"Jerry's reputation in this industry is legendary," says Redmond. "He has an eye and an ear for talent. The opportunities with Cupit Music are extensive - the record label, music publishing, entertainment, the recording studio - I look forward to the chance to work with Jerry and Billy Holland and the entire staff at Cupit Records."
Redmond begins immediately and can be contacted at 615-731-0100 and email at joe@cupitmusic.com.
Misty N. Hurt SPLASH! Public Relations misty@splashpublicity.com For artist downloads, please visitÞ www.splashpublicity.com
JOHN CONLEE LIGHTS THE PATH TO 2007
Conlee fills the holiday season with an array of appearances
NASHVILLE, TN - Legendary country artist John Conlee keeps busy during the holidays with an assortment of appearances and performances across the nation.
A prestigious invitation, Conlee participated in the "83rd Annual Christmas Pageant of Peace" at the White House on December 7th. The Pageant included the ceremonial Christmas tree lighting where Conlee set the spirit with his rendition of "O Holy Night," performing alongside a variety of entertainers.
Conlee also appeared during the Orlando Christmas Parade "Santa Salutes The Stars," the largest nationally televised holiday parade in the southeast. The parade will air on December 24th on the WGN network.
Ringing in the new year, Conlee, a Grand Ole Opry member, bids a honky-tonk farewell to 2006 with the Fox News Channel's "A Nashville New Year with Sean Hannity," airing December 31st nationwide 10 pm (EST).
Conlee's shining conclusion to 2006 lights the way for new projects in 2007. Conlee will appear on "The Boomer Show," shown in HD on WealthTV. Check your local listing for dates and times.
Additionally, the "John Conlee Country Caravan" will return in 2007, boasting songs from Conlee's track record of eight #1 Hits and 19 Top Ten hits. Previously dubbed the "Music Across America Tour," the tour will continue to feature award-winning vocalist Janie Fricke and country artist T.G. Sheppard. For booking information, contact the Bobby Roberts Company at (615) 859-8899 or info@bobbyroberts.com.
JASON MEADOWS SET TO PERFORM AT INDEPENDENCE BOWL RALLY Meadows' "100% Cowboy" To Pump Up The Crowd
NASHVILLE, TN-December 19, 2006-Baccerstick Records artist Jason Meadows is scheduled to perform two songs, "100% Cowboy" and "Cowboy Up," at a pre-game rally before the PetroSun Independence bowl where the Oklahoma State Cowboys will take on Alabama's Crimson Tide December 28 in Shreveport, LA. Meadows, who grew up in Calera, Oklahoma and is a longtime fan and supporter of the Cowboys, will perform at the Cajun Cowboy Pep Rally at Hirsch Coliseum (adjacent to Independence Stadium) at approx. 1pm local time.
"I've been rooting for the Oklahoma State Cowboys for as long as I can remember," says Meadows. "I'm really looking forward to giving the crowd a jolt with my music. I want to help pump everyone up for the game. This is a huge day for us Okies."
Meadows, the first runner-up from the USA Network's season three "Nashville Star" talent search television series, scored high with the judges and became a favored son among viewers of the show's 2005 television season. He has signed an exclusive recording agreement with Baccerstick Records in Nashville, a recently-launched independent record label. Baccerstick will release Meadows' first single, "100% Cowboy," January 22, 2007. The single is the title cut on Meadows' forthcoming CD scheduled to be in stores by mid-summer.
For Jason Meadows press inquiries, please contact Randy Guidry or Debbie Holley at Holley.Guidry,
Contact Information: Randy Guidry or Debbie Holley Email Randy: randy@holleyguidry.com or bayoubob418@aol.com Email Debbie: debbie@holleyguidry.com or beehive022@aol.com
ROYAL WADE KIMES BOOK SIGNING AT HASTINGS IN FT. SMITH, ARK
(NASHVILLE, Dec. 18, 2006) -- Country and Western icon Royal Wade Kimes will be signing copies of his novel "Eminent Domain and Old Man Smith" on Sat. Dec. 23, 2006 from 3 - 5 p.m. at Hastings Books Music & Video in Ft. Smith, Ark. Copies of the book will be on sale at the event. "Eminent Domain and Old Man Smith" is the tale of an elderly World War II veteran who is fighting to save his beloved farm from seizure by Eminent Domain.
"Ever since the Supreme Court of the United States handed down its latest decision on Eminent Domain, it's easy for the government to take away private property. Many honest and hard working people have been devastated by the ruling and that was the inspiration for my book," Kimes states. "As a songwriter, I tell stories through my lyrics, so expanding my ideas into a book was the next step for me as an artist. 'Eminent Domain and Old Man Smith' chronicles one man's struggle and ultimate triumph to protect what is his and ultimately, that which belongs to every American -- freedom."
A Platinum songwriter and two time winner of the Academy of Western Artists' Will Rogers Award, Kimes recently released his blazing new CD "Strikin' Matches" and is finalizing production on two new music videos scheduled for release by the end of the year. Kimes is a spokesman for National Day of the Cowboy, a day set aside by Congress to pay homage to our Western history. Kimes' critically acclaimed "Cowboy Cool" album was voted Best Alternative Western CD in the True West magazine "Best of the West" readers' poll and was voted one of the top five CDs of 2004. His 2005 Christmas record "Snow" received top reviews including USA Today, Country Weekly, True West Magazine, and Country Stars Online.
THE GRASCALS END YEAR ON A HIGH NOTE IBMA ENTERTAINERS OF THE YEAR RING OUT 2006 WITH GRAMMY NOMINATION, SPBGMA NOMINATIONS, COUNTRY WEEKLY FEATURE, OPRY AND STATION INN PERFORMANCES
NASHVILLE, TENN. (December 19, 2006)-The Grascals have a lot to celebrate this holiday season. In August the group released their second album for Rounder Records, Long List of Heartaches, which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album. The Tennessean included the CD on its year-end list of the Top 20 Off Music Row releases of 2006.
The Grascals were also named Entertainer of the Year at the International Bluegrass Music Awards in September. And they have received six nominations for the upcoming SPBGMA (Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America) Awards-Entertaining Group of the Year, Bluegrass Band of the Year, Instrumental Group of the Year (an award they won last year), Male Vocalist of the Year/Contemporary (Terry Eldredge), Fiddle Performer of the Year (Jimmy Mattingly) and Mandolin Performer of the Year (Danny Roberts--an award he won last year).
The group is featured in the current issue of Country Weekly (issue date Jan. 1), talking about recording Long List of Heartaches--which includes guest performances by George Jones, Dierks Bentley, Steve Wariner and the Jordanaires--and about the whirlwind that took them from IBMA's Emerging Artist of the Year to Entertainer of the Year in only twelve months.
Tonight (Dec. 19) The Grascals return for a guest appearance on the Tuesday Night Opry at the Ryman. They'll spend New Year's Eve performing for fans at Nashville's renowned Station Inn (9 p.m., $15 admission).
Contact: Karen Byrd Artist Management & Public Relations Karen.byrd@gmail.com
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Top 10 Super Country Hits - April 8th, 2007 - 12th Survey - Fifth Year songs rated based on points system from radio and tv play
Artist/Song
* 1 - Carrie Underwood - Wasted * 2 - Dierks Bentley - Long Trip Alone * 3 - Tim McGraw - Last Dollar (Fly Away) * 4 - Rascal Flatts - Stand * 5 - Blake Shelton-Don't Make Me * 6 - Sugarland - Settlin * 7 - Trace Adkins - Ladies Love Country Boys * 8 - Joe Nichols - I'll Wait For You * 9 - Toby Keith - High Maintenance Woman * 10 - Kenny Chesney - Beer In Mexico
Hot Rising Single Mark Chesnutt - That Good That Bad/
Keep An Eye On Single Jason Michael Carroll - Livin' Our Love Song
New on our web site with picture and story... * Mark Wills Steps Up for America's Heroes Lends Support for TASER Foundation
Mark Trail Music Presents:2007 M-T-M Artist Industry Showcase June 7th 5:30 Douglas Corner CafÈ 2106-A 8th Avenue, South Nashville, Tennessee 37204 (NO COVER CHARGE) Emceed By: GAC Hotpick Artist Pete Schlegeland Hit Songwriter Gilles Godard.. Special guest Appearance: Daryle Singletary
Featured Artists include: John Foster, Chase Tyler, JC Andersen, Sherida Eastman, Chris Gilburg, Traci Kennedy, Rustie Blue, Shane Warner, Codie Prevost, Adam Wayde, Jeff Taylor, Rachel Lilliot
The 2007 M-T-M Showcase will be held on June 7th 2007 at the legendary Douglas Corner Cafe during this years CMA Festival. This showcase will feature select artists Showcasing for music row industry professionals and fans alike... *This is a live band/acoustic showcase for music row industry professionals and fans alike... DJs / Press your invited to stop in check out some of tomorrows country music stars!
WHEN YOU ARE BLESSED ....GIVE BACK! Worldwide recording artist Andrew Dean /President of Nite*Sky records and worldwide promotional companyPresident of Rhon/Bob Promotions Rhonnie Scheuerman have written the official theme song for DJ Tommy Dean for 'CHRISTMAS FOR FAMILIES". Andrew Dean goes into the studio in a few days to record it. They enjoy helping fundraisers, especially for DJ Tommy Dean and other DJ's that have asked them. Andrew and Rhonnie wrote the other theme song for DJ Tommy for the fundraiser past years " Christmas Is For Kids"
Rhonnie has written the official song for her community for battered women and children " HEAR THEIR CRIES", for Safe Space . Rhonnie to date has written 14 theme songs to help her community and these songs have spread into most of the USA states. One of her biggest burdens is for "WALK FOR LIFE" TO HELP CANCER SURVIVORS AND VICTIMS AND BRING IN MONEY FOR CANCER RESEARCH. She will be walking for her community in this year's WALK FOR LIFE", and excited as she will be a "30 year Cancer Survivor". "Walk For Life" has taken 2 of her songs and uses them for official walks and fundraisers, these songs have been used in 46 states to date. Another major fundraiser song Rhonnie wrote was for America's Promise the association created by GENERAL COLIN POWELL that uses Rhonnie's song "AMERICA'S PROMISE-(GIVING NOTHING LESS THAN OUR BEST)".
BRITT who is an artist that Rhonnie promotes through RhonBob Promotions had asked her to write the fundraiser song for SIDS (SUDDEN INFANT DEATH SYNDROME) and the association hasaccepted this song beautifully song by Britt and written by Rhon as their official theme song and using it at their fundraisers. The song "CARESSED BY ANGELS" has also been very well received by DJ's, and Rhon's dear friend Gary Bradshaw has played it on his 365 internet radio stations and has given his full support from day one. Thanks Gary. DJ/Author/Artist Jack Hodge and Rhonnie Scheuerman wrote the official song for "OPERATION MILITARY PARENTS" to help our service men and women. There is a feeling that is hard to describe when you can give back to others it makes every day sweeter and more special....!!!!
Rhonnie's greatest desire is to use the gift God gave her of songwriting to help those in need. She thanks the Artists and groups that believe in her company RhonBob Promotions, and they not only put their songs and promotions in her hands, but also pray for her. She believes RhonBob Promotions family has grown and done so well as it is God's company and she surrounds herself with Godly people. She is more excited than ever as Gary Bradshaw and her do a lot of joint promotions and seeing the Indie artists walking through new doors , such as ROOTS, and major charts worldwide.
Rhonnie has had the honor of some quality top artists taking her songs, and some of them have gone to #1 (to date 39 songs). She is excited what the future holds for RhonBob Promotions and her songs. In the last 2 weeks 38 of her songs have been taken and the artists will go into the studios soon. Rhon is "passionate about RhonBob Promotions" , and wakes up each day eager to see what the DJ's are playing. She is always thrilled and excited seeing the groups and artists on playlists and charts worldwide. The DJ's for years have been extremely good and embraced her company and those she promotes and jointly promotes. She feels these DJ's are truly concerned and interested to see Indie Artists and groups make it. She and her company THANK THEM for their unbelievable support and hard work.
CLAY WALKER PREPARING TO HIT HOME RUN WITH NEW ALBUM, FALL
(Nashville, TN) - Multi-platinum country music singer CLAY WALKER is stepping up to the plate hoping to hit a home run with his debut album on Curb/Asylum Records, Fall. But before his album is released on April 17th, he will literally 'step up to the plate' in a memorable home opener for the Houston Astros performing a special acoustic set during the Monday, April 2nd game. In addition, fans can caught Walker singing the National Anthem and a special performance of "God Bless America" during the 7th Inning Stretch.
"I love Houston," says Walker. "It's home and I'm proud to be an Astros fan. This is my 'first' opening day and I am ecstatic to perform in front of my favorite fans!"
The Texas native's consistent string of hits includes 11 number one singles over his 14 year career. He recently debuted the title track to his new album, "Fall," the follow-up to "'Fore She Was Mama." In addition, Walker has placed 31 titles on Billboard's Top Country Songs chart, with 15 of them climbing to the top ten.
Walker recently appeared on iVilliage Live! in support of National MS Awareness week. In addition, Walker was a special guest during an intimate acoustic performance that raised nearly $20,000 for a family spotlighted on the hit television show Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Stay tuned to www.claywalker.com for additional scheduled performances surrounding the release of Fall in April 2007.
Tony Brown Receives 'Honorary Visiting Professor' Award at Middle Tennessee State University Lecture Series Renamed To Honor The Late Brian Williams
(Nashville, Tennessee) Music industry executive and acclaimed producer Tony Brown was awarded the title of Honorary Visiting Professor at the completion of a lecture to students in MTSU's Department of Recording Industry on Tuesday April 3rd, 2007. The award was presented by Dr. Kaylene Gebert, the University Provost. The lecture was part of the newly renamed Brian Williams Entertainment Studies Lecture Series, presented by SunTrust Bank, and hosted by Beverly Keel.
MTSU Professor Bob Wood stated, "Tony Brown has generously given his time over the years supporting the education of our recording industry students. We are grateful for his continuing commitment to our program and we are proud to honor him with this award."
Earlier in the evening, the announcement was made that the SunTrust Lecture Series at MTSU has been renamed Brian Williams Entertainment Studies Lectures Series. Brian Williams was a highly respected Music Row banker, who brought together a traditional way of doing business with the unconventional ways of the music industry to create a niche for Nashville's banking industry. Brian was credited for pioneering the practice of lending money against future royalty income, treating songs as collateral.
Director of the college Development office, Steven Barnes added, "SunTrust has become one of our most valued strategic partners, and we're honored to be able to join them in naming this important lecture series after the late banker to the stars, Brian Williams."
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About - Middle Tennessee State University's Department of Recording Industry MTSU is host to the largest recording industry degree program in the US, with 25 full-time faculty dedicated exclusively to teaching 1,500 degree-seeking students. Located just minutes south of Nashville, MTSU is also the largest university in Tennessee offering four-year undergraduate degrees.
About - Tony Brown Tony Brown, a native of North Carolina, was the son of an evangelist and played piano in his family's gospel group as a teenager. That experience helped him land a touring job with the Oak Ridge Boys and ultimately put him on the piano bench for Elvis Presley's final U.S. tour. He then joined Emmylou Harris's famous "Hot Band" and played piano for bandmate Rodney Crowell's Cherry Bombs when Crowell went solo. Brown soon wound up in Nashville working in A&R for RCA Records and was asked to produce gospel singer Shirley Caesar in 1983. That work got him noticed by then MCA chief Jimmy Bowen, whose mentorship guided Brown to the president's office at MCA Nashville in 1993. During his tenure at MCA Nashville, Brown worked with platinum artists Vince Gill, Reba McEntire, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood and Wynonna as well as championing critical favorites like Steve Earle, Patty Loveless, Lyle Lovett, Nanci Griffith and The Mavericks.
In 2002, Brown joined former Arista Nashville President Tim DuBois to found Universal South Records, aiming to create what they said would be "a home for truly inventive, highly creative artists." The pair stepped down from the label last December, with Brown saying he wanted to devote himself once again to fill-time music production.
Brown's 2007 ACM nominations, announced earlier this month, include Album of the Year for Brooks & Dunn's "HIllbilly Deluxe" and for George Strait's "It Just Comes Natural," Single of the Year for Strait's "Give It Away" and Vocal Event of the Year for "Building Brides" with Brooks & Dunn, Vince Gill, and Sheryl Crow. Brown also is the reigning Country Music Association producer for "Believe," the 2006 Single of the Year by Brooks & Dunn.
Top 10 Super Country Hits - October 7, 2007 - 40thth Survey - Fifth Year songs rated based on points system from radio and tv play
Artist/Song
* 1 - Toby Keith - Love Me If You Can * 2 - Brad Paisely - Online * 3 - Rascal Flatts - Take Me There * 4 - Kenny Chesney - Don't Blink * 5 - Reba McEntire with Kelly Clarkson - Because of You * 6 - Dierks Bentley - Free & Easy * 7 - LeAnn Rimes - Nothin Better To Do * 8 - Sara Evans - As If * 9 - Blake Shelton - The More I Drink * 10 - Garth Brooks - More Than A Memory
Hot Rising Single Lady Antebellum - Love Don't Live Here
Keep An Eye On Single Vince Gill - How Lonely Looks
COLLIN RAYE RELEASES NEW CONCEPT ALBUM WITH "SELECTED HITS"
(Nashville, TN) - The new Collin Raye "SELECTED HITS" album is unique in that it contains six great songs and is available exclusively at Wal-Mart stores for under $6. In addition to two new songs ("A Soldier's Prayer" and the equally powerful "Quitters") the album contains four of Collin's biggest hits ("That's My Story," "Little Rock," "I Think About You" and "Love Me" ) all recorded "live" with the Salt Lake Symphony Orchestra in front of an audience of 8000 who sang along. It is first time that live recordings of these have been available and there is a six-minute interview with Collin as a bonus feature.
Produced by Alabama's Teddy Gentry and Michael Curtis, Raye believes this new CD is the wave of the future. "People can purchase this CD for less than they can download these songs and they get to hear me talk about the songs, their origins and special qualities as well," says Collin.
Media contacts: Nick Carver, Webster & Associates Public Relations Nick@websterpr.com
JOHN BERRY PLANS A 'CLASSIC CHRISTMAS TOUR'
Following his current U.S. tour, John Berry will begin his holiday ritual of spreading Christmas cheer. Berry hits the road each year for an impressive tour of cities on his annual Christmas tour. This is the 12th consecutive year for Berry's holiday tour, which showcases the reason he's been tagged "Mr. Christmas." Many fans have said, "It's not Christmas until I've heard John Berry sing 'O Holy Night.'"
The country star will launch his holiday outing on November 16 with a performance in Lake City, Fla., at the Alfonso Levy Performing Arts Center. From there, he'll move on to several cities in the Southeast and travel through the Midwest through December 22. Tickets for many shows are currently on sale. The full itinerary is listed below.
In addition to touring, Berry recently released a new single, his first new music in almost three years. "A Woman Like You," written by Tim Nichols and Craig Wiseman, is currently climbing the charts. "A Woman Like You" is the first single from his 20th studio album, "Those Were The Days." The album will be released on Berry's own Clear Sky Records, in conjunction with radio promotion veteran Larry Pareigis' Nine North records.
The Georgia tenor has been recognized by the Grammys, the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association as a nominee in the Best Male Vocalist category. Berry's first No. 1 was the hit single "Your Love Amazes Me." During this career with Capitol Records, Berry hit the top of the charts and the top ten a number of times with such hits as "She's Taken A Shine," "Standing On The Edge of Goodbye," "I Think About It All The Time" and "Kiss Me In The Car," just to name a few.
For additional information on John Berry, please visit www.johnberry.com.
Classic Christmas Schedule
Fri. NOV. 16 - Live Oak, FL; Alfonso Levy P.A.C Sun. NOV. 18 - Dothan, AL; Dothan Opera House Sat. NOV. 24 - Morganton, NC; COMMA Sun. NOV. 25 - Durham NC; Carolina Theatre Tues. NOV. 27 - Cedar Falls IA; Park Place Event Centre Wed. NOV. 28 - Lafayette, IN; The Lafayette Theater Thur. NOV. 29 - De Pere, WI; SC Grand Banquett Ctr. Fri. NOV. 30 - De Kalb, IL; Egyptian Theatre Sat. DEC. 1 - Kalamazoo, MI; State Theatre Sun. DEC. 2 - Valpariso IN; Porter County Expo Ctr. Tues. DEC. 4 - Gravenhurst, ON; Gravenhurst Opera House Fri. DEC. 7 - Lindsay, ON Sat. DEC. 8 - Ottawa, ON; Centerpointe Theatre Sun. DEC. 9 - Rochester, NY; Greece Athena PAC Mon. DEC. 10 - Stroudsburg, PA; Sherman theater Wed. DEC. 12 - Galax, VA; Rex Theater Thur. DEC. 13 - Chillicothe, OH; The Majestic Theatre Fri. DEC. 14 - Benton Harbor, MI Sun. DEC. 16 - Macon, GA; The Grand Opera House Wed. DEC. 19 - Jackson, TN; The NED Thur. DEC. 20 - Florence, AL; Norton Auditorium Fri. DEC. 21 - Augusta, GA; Imperial Theatre Sat. DEC. 22 - Watkinsville, GA; North Oconee High
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13 year old Jordyn Shellhart
13 year old Jordyn Shellhart, the little girl with the big voice, will be releasing her debut single titled "Love Can" on NiteSky #704. We expect that you will receive the CD package by 2 October, 2007.
"Love Can" was composed by Fran MacLeran and Randy Lawrence. Fran is a writter of "Slowdown" (released by Scoot Pitman) and "I Believe I'll Be Leaving You" (released by Rhonda Lee West), as well as other releases. Randy Lawrence was the writer of "Brown Sugar Eyes" (released by Dave Scarboro).
We very much appreciate all the support you have given our music in the past, and hope you will love the wonderful voice of Jordyn as much as we do.
Although only 13 years old Jordyn has a very impressive resume. Here are some of her accomplishments:
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION 1st Runner-up for Vocalist of the Year 1st Runner-up for Entertainer of the Year Duo of the Year (w/Aaron Kelly) 2006 NACMAI, Pigeon Forge, TN
AWARDS Youth Grand Award Winner (Junior Division) 2005 Mid-South Fair, Memphis, TN Female Entertainer of the Year (11-13) 2005 TCMA, Pigeon Forge, TN Female Vocalist of the Year (11-13) 2005 TCMA, Pigeon Forge, TN Duo of the Year (w/Aaron Kelly) (11-13) 2005 TCMA, Pigeon Forge, TN Entertainer of the Year (Youth Division) 2007 Sonic Search for a Star, Nashville TN
Nashville, TN - On October 14th, at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN, Skyla Spencer will be strutting down the runway at the 4th Annual Fashion For Everybody benefit. Skyla was invited to be a guest star / VIP role model for the benefit and will be outfitted by some of Nashville's finest and trendiest clothiers.
The Fashion For Everybody Benefit will be hosted by Deana Carter, and all the proceeds for the event benefit the programs and services of Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee. The fashion show begins at 7:00 p.m., followed by a concert with Deana Carter.
Skyla says "I am honored to be part of this event and contribute to such a great cause. So many young girls, and women of all ages, suffer from eating disorders, and to be a part of a benefit that raises awareness is an amazing feeling." For more information on Skyla Spencer, MP3s, the You Said You'd Call Me album, print quality photos, or to schedule an interview, contact Laura Claffey with Wildfire Publicity at Laura@wildfirepublicity.net or 615-825-0019. MP3s are also available to radio through Airplay Direct.
ARISTOMEDIA RELEASES 2007 ANNUAL VIDEO REPORTS Status of Country and Christian Video Outlets Examined
(Nashville, Tennessee - September 25, 2007) AristoMedia has released two comprehensive annual reports on "The Status of Country Video Outlets," and "The Status Of Christian Video Outlets." The detailed reports provide in-depth reviews of all available video outlets to the country and Christian music industries. 2007 marks the release of the 24th annual country video report. The company maintains the data as part of its on-going tracking and research efforts in music video marketing. Both reports are available for download from the AristoMedia website at www.aristomedia.com/reports.
Jeff Walker, President of AristoMedia comments, "We live in a time of expanded visual marketing for artists at all levels. Online exposure for music video content is at an all time high, thanks to increased broadband penetration, and a corresponding increase in the number of music portals."
The reports include synopses of national cable outlets, nationally syndicated broadcast shows, multi-regional shows and closed circuit outlets as well as the rapidly increasing cohort of international and online opportunities.
The Country report highlights the fact that there are now five national cable opportunities for country music with CMT, GAC, CMT Pure, GMC and Music Choice reaching more than 100 million households nationwide. International expansion also continues, including 24-hour channels CMT in Canada and CMC in Australia. It is available for download at www.aristomedia.com.
The Christian report highlights the various outlets by sub-genre. It also details the cable networks and national regional television opportunities that exist for Christian clips. This report can be downloaded at AristoMedia's dedicated Christian website www.aristovision.com .
Video streaming on websites such as YouTube, MySpace and AOL Music has significantly increased worldwide audience reach. Video pool and closed-circuit outlets, which reach viewers in entertainment and retail locations, have also increased. The reports examine the growth for both formats.
AristoMedia is a division of Aristo Music Group, a Nashville, Tennessee-based company established in 1980 specializing in entertainment PR, radio promotions, new media, dance club projects and video clip marketing. It has often been described as a "one-stop shop" for independent marketing services. For more information, please visit www.aristomedia.com or contact info@aristomedia.com or call the AristoMedia Video Department at 615-269-7071.
RADIANCE RECORDS OPENS DOORS
(September 24th, 2007 - Nashville, TN) -- Florida businessmen, David Lowman, Bobby Land, and William Whitacre have announced the establishment of Radiance Records, a full-service Country record label with offices on Music Row.
Label President David Lowman, Vice President Bobby Land, and Director of Business Affairs William Whitacre made the announcement along with their first staff appointments.
Music business veteran Billy Holland joins Radiance as General Manager October 1st and can be reached at Billy.Holland@RadianceNashville.com. His background includes development and management of sales territories for Fortune 500 and Global 1,000 companies including Simplex/Tyco and Minolta Corp. Most recently, Holland was Executive Vice President of Cupit Records. "I am thrilled and excited to be part of Radiance Records. I look forward to many great things to come," Holland said.
Tessa Ray joins Radiance Records as Executive Assistant and will handle day-to-day administration. Tessa can be reached at Tessa.Ray@RadianceNashville.com.
The label's first signing is BlackHawk, well known for their many hits in such as "Goodbye Says It All" and "Postmarked Birmingham." The group includes original members Henry Paul and Dave Robbins. They have just completed work on their new album with Nashville-based producer Dale Oliver which is set for release in 2008.
President David Lowman, whose music industry experience includes fifteen years as a recording and performing artist, and VP Bobby Land founded Radiance Records to take advantage of current opportunities for independent labels. Lowman noted ,"We feel the time is right for another aggressive independent label to make its mark in the Country format. We're really excited to be involved with Country music, and especially thrilled to be starting off with a proven hit-maker act like BlackHawk."
Bobby Land grew up in Tennessee, graduated from Belmont University, and was signed as an artist with Hickory Records in Nashville before going on to become a producer and teaming up with Lowman to launch Radiance. William Whitacre is an entertainment attorney based at Universal Studios in Orlando. His client list includes film, television, and record producers, artists, and Internet/multimedia clients. Whitacre launched Cheetah Records and has produced films starring Ernest Borgnine, Mickey Rooney, and Danny Glover.
The Radiance Records' offices are located at 38 Music Square East, Nashville, TN 37203. The telephone number is 615-255-8404 and fax number is 615-255-8406. All Radiance Records staff members can be reached at first.last@RadianceNashville.com. For more information about Radiance Nashville, please visit www.RadianceNashville.com.
Further staff, distribution, and artist announcements for the label will be made in the next few weeks.
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