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CMA Fest Announces 40 Hours of Free Concerts

Posted by TawnyTucker on May 7th, 2012

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Music continues to be the main attraction at the 2012 CMA Music Festival with a variety of artists from up-and-comers to legendary hitmakers performing on the new BIC Soleil Bella Beach Stage as well as the very popular Bud Light Stage at the Bridgestone Plaza where fans can enjoy 40 hours of concerts for free.

“Live music is a hallmark of CMA Music Festival and we are excited to be able to add a new stage and even more performances this year,” said Steve Moore, CMA Chief Executive Officer.

The BIC Soleil Bella Beach Stage is a new addition to the Festival in 2012 with concerts and fun-in-the-sun activities starting at 11:00 AM/CT each day during the Festival, which runs Thursday through Sunday, June 7-10.

The Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza, at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Broadway, is always a fan favorite and a great place to check out some of Country’s hottest acts. Packed with music fans in 2011, the stage is bigger and better in 2012 with a diverse lineup of performers and the addition of the world-famous Clydesdale horses nearby.
Artists currently scheduled to perform at the Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza include:

Thursday, June 7
11:00 AM – 11:25 AM Jeff Bates
11:45 AM – 12:10 PM Greg Bates
12:30 PM – 12:55 PM Julie Roberts
1:15 PM – 1:40 PM Tyler Farr
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM “Classic Country Show” featuring Moe Bandy, T. Graham Brown, Janie Fricke, and Gene Watson, hosted by Moore & Moore.
3:20 PM – 3:45 PM Trent Tomlinson
4:05 PM – 4:30 PM Miss Willie Brown
4:50 PM – 5:15 PM Cledus T. Judd
 Friday, June 8
11:00 AM – 11:25 AM Eric Paslay
11:45 AM – 12:10 PM Rose Falcon
12:30 PM – 12:55 PM Katie Armiger
1:15 PM – 1:40 PM Exile
2:00 PM – 2:25 PM The McClymonts
2:45 PM – 3:10 PM Frankie Ballard
3:30 PM – 3:55 PM Big Smo
4:15 PM – 4:40 PM Drake White
5:00 PM – 5:25 PM Blackberry Smoke
 Saturday, June 9
11:00 AM – 11:25 AM Josh Gracin
11:45 AM – 12:10 PM Trailer Choir
12:30 PM – 12:55 PM Sonia Leigh
1:15 PM – 1:40 PM Randy Montana
2:45 PM – 3:10 PM The Cleverly’s
3:30 PM – 3:55 PM Canaan Smith
4:15 PM – 4:40 PM Jaida Dreyer
5:00 PM – 5:25 PM Bucky Covington
 Sunday, June 10
11:00 AM – 11:25 AM Mark Wills
11:45 AM – 12:10 PM Jon Pardi
12:30 PM – 12:55 PM Jason Michael Carroll
1:15 PM – 1:40 PM Mandy Barnett
2:00 PM – 2:25 PM Joanna Smith
2:45 PM – 3:10 PM Charlie Worsham
3:30 PM – 3:55 PM Kentucky Headhunters
4:15 PM – 4:40 PM Robin Meade
5:00 PM – 5:25 PM Andy Gibson

Hosts for the Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza include singer Cody Clark, McVay Media’s Charlie Cook, WGSQ Radio’s Philip Gibbons, KKWF Radio’s Deanna Lee, WYRK Radio’s Clay Moden, “Music City 411” host Shane Tallant, and “Tennessee Mornings” host Kelly Sutton. Artists and time are subject to change.

New to this year’s CMA Music Festival is the BIC Soleil Bella Beach Stage. Located in Walk of Fame Park, this stage will offer a variety of artists entertaining fans in a beach-like setting. Artists currently scheduled to perform at the BIC Soleil Bella Beach Stage include:

Thursday, June 7
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM Mockingbird Sun
11:35 AM – 11:55 AM HER & Kings County
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM Lindsay Lawler
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM Tim Dugger
1:20 PM – 1:40 PM Blackjack Billy
1:55 PM – 2:15 PM Jason Cassidy
2:30 PM – 2:50 PM Bush Hawg
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Sunny Sweeney
 Friday, June 8
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM Kristy Lee Cook
11:35 AM – 11:55 AM Matt Gary
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM Lighter Ray
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM Rachel Holder
1:20 PM – 1:40 PM Aaron Parker
1:55 PM – 2:15 PM Michael Ray
2:30 PM – 2:50 PM Morgan Frazier
3:05 PM – 3:25 PM Parmalee
3:40 PM – 4:00 PM Rachel Farley
4:15 PM – 4:35 PM Drew Smith
 Saturday, June 9
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM Lacey Brown
11:35 AM – 11:55 AM Russell Dickerson
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM Lyndsey Highlander
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM Maggie Rose
1:20 PM – 1:40 PM Levi Lowrey
1:55 PM – 2:15 PM Donny Falgatter
2:30 PM – 2:50 PM The Henningsens
3:05 PM – 3:25 PM Chris Janson
3:40 PM – 4:00 PM Dean Alexander
4:15 PM – 4:35 PM Connor Christian & Southern Gothic
 Sunday, June 10
11:00 AM – 11:20 AM Brother Trouble
11:35 AM – 11:55 AM The Stickers
12:10 PM – 12:30 PM Craig Morrison
12:45 PM – 1:05 PM Marlee Scott
1:20 PM – 1:40 PM Frank Ortega
2:30 PM – 2:50 PM Brazilbilly
3:05 PM – 3:25 PM Stephanie Quayle
3:40 PM – 4:00 PM Mustang Sally Band
4:15 PM – 4:35 PM Eric Lee Beddingfield

CMA Music Festival is the Ultimate Country Music Fan Experience – a celebration of America’s music that takes over downtown Nashville with non-stop concerts on multiple stages with a vast and varied roster of artists. CMA Music Festival is a four-time winner of the International Entertainment Buyers Association’s LIVE! Award for Festival of the Year (2004, 2006, 2008, 2010).

CMA Music Festival is organized and produced by the Country Music Association. Fan Fair® is a registered trademark of CMA. Chevrolet™ is the Official Ride of Country Music. BIC is an Official Partner of the 2012 CMA Music Festival. Connect with CMA online at CMAfest.com, Facebook.com/CMA and Twitter.com/CountryMusic.

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Josh Gracin Is Back And Better Than Ever With His New Album Redemption

Posted by Country Girl on March 24th, 2012

Josh Gracin- Redemption

Michigan native and American Idol alum Josh Gracin has released his 3rd studio album, “Redemption.” Josh, who has known some success in his post Idol days, is back and showing fans he has stepped up his game. The overall album has a pop/country sound with some incredible ballads. This is Josh’s first album with his new label home Average Joe’s Entertainment and Josh was very much hands on in the creation of this project. He wrote or co wrote every song except for “Edge of Desire” which is an incredible cover of a John Mayer song.

Josh, one of the first American Idol country stars, shows many sides of himself in this new venture. This 16-song album definitely made way for Josh to cover a lot of ground. Between ballads, up-tempos, and just pure soulful sounding tracks this album is Josh’s best work to date. One really original song on the album, “Only When It Rains” is sung as a duet with Shelagh Brown. Josh went an unconventional route in choosing her as his singing partner. Instead of chasing after a Nashville insider Josh held a contest and the winner got to sing on “Redemption.” This seems only fitting since his success came as the result of a contest as well.

Another standout track is one that was co-wrote with a former American Idol contestant, Ruben Studdard. “Catastrophe” is hands down my favorite song on the entire album. From the first note it completely draws you in. It has a great piano intro and somewhat of a bluesy feel. Josh’s vocals soar on this song as he belts out the lyrics making you believe every word. “I Want To Make You Cry” is another one that hooks you from the get go. It has a really unique sound to it that seems to suit Josh’s voice just perfectly. The first track on the album is “Different Kind Of Crazy.” This song has a good beat that would get you on your feet and dancing at a concert. The single you may have already heard off this album is “Cover Girl.” This is another enjoyable tune that will leave you singing along. “Over Me” is a powerful ballad that shows Josh can really sing the heck out of a song. It is about a former girlfriend that moved on. Again, the conviction in Josh’s voice has you believing this just happened to him yesterday.

This album has a little something for everyone. Some songs exemplify Josh’s country sound and other songs show his many layers as an artist. In my opinion “Redemption” has brought Josh to a new level in this business. It has shown he is honing his craft as a talented songwriter and is a vocalist to be reckoned with. This album reminded me of how great a song can be when the artist puts so much emotion in their work it is undoubtedly felt by the listener…us country fans! If you are not already a Josh Gracin fan “Redemption” just may change your mind.

Redemption is available now in stores and on ITunes

Want to know more about Josh Gracin? www.joshgracin.com

Krissie Humphrey
CMTT Music Contributor
@khmusic12
krissie@countrymusictattletale.com

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WYCD’s Downtown Hoedown Is BIGGER & BETTER

Posted by TawnyTucker on March 12th, 2012

Downtown HOedown

An enhanced new concert experience awaits Detroit’s devoted country music fans at the 30th annual 99.5 WYCD Downtown Hoedown, presented by Ram Truck Brand, Arby’s and Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. 99.5 WYCD officially announced this year’s superstar-stocked lineup, led by four-time, 2011 ACM winner, Miranda Lambert, along with Dierks Bentley, The Farm, JT Hodges, Craig Campbell, Jana Kramer, and MORE this morning on The All New Dr. Don Morning Show and simultaneously on www.wycd.com. The highly anticipated, weekend-long event will move to a new location for the first time in 30 years, the secure, expansive grounds surrounding Comerica Park, and will be held on June 8-10, 2012.

“The 30th anniversary of the WYCD Downtown Hoedown marks a tremendous milestone for this iconic Detroit event and offers an ideal opportunity to enrich the overall experience for attendees,” said Debbie Kenyon, Senior Vice President and Market Manager of CBS Radio Detroit. “We had outgrown our previous riverfront location but remained 100 percent committed to keeping the WYCD Downtown Hoedown in the city of Detroit. We can provide the best of everything on the user-friendly grounds surrounding Comerica Park. People feel it’s very safe and truly enjoy attending sporting events and concerts there. The layout also allows for much larger and more elaborate staging and better visibility for fans to enjoy the performers. Attendees will also have easier access to concessions; cleaner, more plentiful restroom facilities; and opportunities to take a break in the shade of the Comerica Park concourse.”

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Top Tweets of the Week – Week of December 4th

Posted by Country Girl on December 4th, 2011

Dierks Bentley's photo album is mastered. celebrating appropriately....
10. I’m pretty sure that I’m not the only one thrilled that @DierksBentley is celebrating a completed album! His seventh album is expected early next year! “album is mastered. celebrating appropriately….”

9. With Christmas coming around, you better make sure you are on Santa’s nice list. @DannyGokey hasn’t been so nice this week “Dear Santa, Let me explain…”

8. A big congrats goes out to @FrankieBallard this week. He reached a milestone in his career “So that was one of the most epic nights of my life! Played Madison Sq. Garden an Bob Seger introduced me to Bruce Springsteen…unreal”

7. @BrettEldredge got a little more than expected when he woke up last night…Am I the only one replaying this tweet over and over in my head? “Just stubbed my toe in the dark… I may have said a cuss word or 12! I probably look like a cartoon hopping around the room right now!”

6. One epidemic that has been steadily increasing over the years is bullying. @JoshGracin has some words of advice for those victims “If you’re being bullied.. Look at it this way and smile… Most likely you will be their future boss. #InYourFace”

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5. The recently married Jennifer Nettled hosted the CMA Country Christmas special that aired on ABC this week. She explains her inspiration behind the seven outfits she picked in this tweet: “My plan is to dress like a Christmas tree ornament as much as possible on this show. – J”

4. Country music has been well represented at the Grammy’s this year! Here is what @BlakeShelton had to say about his nominations “Just found that I’m the first EVER person laying in bed (drunk) in Tishomingo Oklahoma with 3 Grammy nominations!!!”

3. Although country men are in heaven during deer season, it’s a little harder for the ladies as @Miranda_Lambert tweets “I’m tired of deer season. I want my husband back a the nastiness in the garage gone.”

2. And now it’s time for another public service announcement from Ms. @KelliePickler “Teen sex = teen pregnancies & high risks of catching something that AJAX couldn’t get rid of. YOU are worth more than that! #KeepYourPantsOn”

Lady Antebellum

1. There was a little brotherly love on the @LadyAntebellum “Own The Night Tour” this week; they brought Charles’ brother @JoshBKelley on the road. Is it just me or does this look more like Hugh Hefner’s bus than Lady A’s bus? “”robe life” forever. accepting applications for “robe life” warriors via pic if you’re interested. why wouldn’t you be?”

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Josh Gracin’s ‘Redemption’ Out Today

Posted by TawnyTucker on November 8th, 2011

The new Josh Gracin album Redemption – his first from indie label Average Joe’s Entertainment – hits stores TODAY.

“The album is 100 percent my interpretation, 100 percent my idea of what I wanted the record to be,” Gracin explains. “Just in that alone, it’s going to sound different than anything else I’ve done.”

Redemption features tracks “Long Way to Go” which reached the Top 20 on the Adult Contemporary charts, “Catastrophe,” where Josh teamed up with another Idol alum and winner of Season 2, Ruben Studdard, and “Can’t Say Goodbye,” an incredibly touching song based on the true story and continuing effort of war widow, Seana Arrechaga, to keep her husband’s memory alive. “Can’t Say Goodbye” was written for the Sears Heroes At Home initiative with all proceeds of single sales going to their efforts to support military service members, veterans, and their families.

Gracin co-produced Redemption with his long-time drummer, Kevin Murphy. All tracks, excluding a cover of John Mayer’s “Edge of Desire,” were either written or co-written by Gracin.

Redemption track listing:
1. Different Kind Of Crazy
2. Over Me
3. Get Back To Us
4. Enough
5. I Want To Make You Cry
6. Let You Go
7. Edge of Desire
8. Lie To Me
9. Love You Right
10. Only When It Rains featuring Shelagh Brown
11. My Life
12. Cover Girl
13. Catastrophe
14. Can’t Say Goodbye (Sears Heroes At Home Song)
15. I Still Love You
16. Long Way To Go
17. Long Way To Go (Remix)

For more information, tour dates, and photos of Josh Gracin, please visit www.joshgracin.com.

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