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Greg Bates Makes His Grand Ole Opry Debut

Great Bates

One of Greg Bates’ biggest dreams came true Friday night (4/27), as he took the stage at the historic Grand Ole Opry to make his debut. He performed his new single, “Did It For The Girl,” which he co-wrote. The song was the second most added single at radio the week of its release with 29 adds, just behind Superstar Keith Urban.

“I have always dreamed of playing The Opry. Just to stand in that famous circle where so many legends before me have performed was an absolutely amazing experience,” said Bates. “Thank you, Pete for the incredible opportunity.”

The crowd was full of family and friends, all supporting the Nashville native. He dedicated his second song of the night, “Brothers” to one very special guest, his brother, who he wrote the song about.

“Did It For The Girl,” is now available at iTunes and can be purchased here. A full-length album is expected later this year.

Pictured (L-R): Republic Nashville President Jimmy Harnen, Effusion Entertainment’s Martha Earls, Republic Nashville’s Mark Gray, Greg Bates, Stacy Blythe, Megan Knutson, Kelsey Chandler, Nikki Burns, Producer Jimmy Ritchey, and Effusion Entertainment’s Mike Molinar
(Photos Courtesy of Republic Nashville)

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Ricky Skaggs to Celebrate 30th Anniversary as Grand Ole Opry Member

Ricky Skaggs

The Grand Ole Opry® presented by Humana® will honor one of the most awarded artists in country and bluegrass music, Ricky Skaggs, on his 30th anniversary as an Opry member during the Tuesday Night Opry May 15, 2012.

The 14-time Grammy® winner was inducted into the Opry on May 15, 1982.  His milestone anniversary will be celebrated with performances by the honoree, fellow Opry members Alison Krauss, Josh Turner, and The Whites, plus special guests two-time IBMA Entertainers of the Year Dailey & Vincent.

“Not unlike Ricky’s music, the list of artists lined up to honor him on May 15 is eclectic and award-winning,” said Opry Vice President and General Manager Pete Fisher. “It’s going to be a night of great musicianship as we celebrate all that Ricky means to the Opry family.”

From Skaggs’ beginnings in bluegrass, he has gone on to put his own stamp on the mainstream country format, resulting in twelve #1 hits, eight Academy of Country Music Awards and eight Country Music Association Awards, including CMA Entertainer of the Year in 1985.  Skaggs started his own record label, Skaggs Family Records, in 1997 and has since released 12 consecutive Grammy-nominated albums.  His latest project, Country Hits Bluegrass Style, is exactly what its title suggests:  Skaggs’ classic country hits offered up in fresh, new bluegrass form.  With a career spanning over 50 years in music, he is currently working on an autobiography, has been selected as a 2012 recipient of the ACM Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award and is to be inducted into the Gospel Music Association’s Hall of Fame later this year, all while continuing to record and tour with his band Kentucky Thunder as one of music’s most sought after live performers.

The Grand Ole Opry® is presented by Humana®. Opry performances are held every weekend of the year.  To plan an Opry visit, call (800) SEE-OPRY or log on to www.opry.com.

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Jana Kramer’s Grand Ole Opry Debut

Jana Kramer

Nashville’s country newcomer Jana Kramer recently graced the legendary Grand Ole Opry stage on April 13th for the first time. An emotional milestone for Kramer, she sang two tracks off her upcoming debut album, including the opener “I Hope It Rains,” as well as her record breaking single “Why Ya Wanna,” which is currently No. 23 on the Billboard chart.

Kramer will release her self-titled debut album June 5th, 2012 on Elektra Nashville, produced by Scott Hendricks (Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn). While the physical album features 11 tracks, the digital version will also include an exclusive bonus track (full track listing below). Kramer, who is also known for her role of Alex Dupre on One Tree Hill, has already sold an impressive 250,000 digital singles to date, including her debut single “Why Ya Wanna.”

Fans can pre-order Jana Kramer, the album, through her web store. There are three packages available, each offering a meet and greet with Kramer at her album release party in Nashville on June 7th during CMA Music Fest.

Click READ MORE to check out the track listing for Jana Kramer’s self-titled debut album.

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Keith Urban’s Opry Induction to Air on GAC

Tomorrow, Keith Urban will become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. I can only imagine that this is a dream come true for the Aussie Transplant, and we couldn’t be more thrilled for him. If you aren’t lucky enough to be in the audience, tune into GAC and watch it Live!

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Hunter Hayes Celebrates Amazing Week

Hunter Hayes

In less than two weeks since Hunter Hayes’ video for “Wanted” made it’s GAC debut, it has taken the #1 position on GAC’s Top 20 Countdown. This marks Hunter’s first #1 video on GAC. The same week, “Wanted,” which was released just weeks ago, broke Billboard’s Top 40 chart. Making this an even more magical week for Hunter, while at the Grand Ole Opry on Friday night, legendary Opry member, Little Jimmy Dickens, invited Hunter back onstage for an encore. As he took the world-famous stage, throngs of screaming fans came running down to the front of the stage to cheer and sing along to every word.

“I don’t know what else to say but THANK YOU, to my fans, for voting me into GAC’s Top 20 Countdown, and to be #1, I am so excited,” said Hunter. “To top off the night I got to see you all in person, screaming and singing along to every single word at the OPRY! You guys are absolutely the best!”

Hayes continues his “Most Wanted 2012” tour this week in the following cities:
4/19 The Brick Minneapolis, MN
4/20 The Rave Milwaukee, WI
4/21 Iowa State University Aimes, IA

For more information on Hunter Hayes, please visit www.HunterHayes.com.

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