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Get Sentenced with LoCash Cowboys, Buddy Jewell, Julie Roberts, Mark Wills And More at CMA Fest

Posted by Country Girl on May 18th, 2012

You've Been Sentenced

Join in the first annual You’ve been Sentenced!—Country Music Edition during Country Music’s biggest week.

Celebrities will be seated to play the award-winning game on Thursday, June 7, from 2:00-4:30PM at the Hard Rock Café in the heart of the activities in downtown Nashville. The tournament brings together some of country music’s brightest stars who will play the word game to benefit the children’s charities Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the literacy organization Success Won’t Wait.

The outing offers the unique opportunity for country music fans to sit down beside their favorite celebrities and play the You’ve been Sentenced! card game or simply enjoy the action. Artists confirmed to date include: Jeff Bates, Ty Brown, Burns & Poe, Jason Michael Carroll, Buddy Jewell, Matt Kennon, Danni Leigh, LoCash Cowboys, Justin McBride, Jaclyn North, Julie Roberts, Doug Stone, Rhonda Vincent, Mark Wills and more. The game play will be followed by acoustic performances.

“We’ve always known that the country music industry has tremendous heart,” said McNeill Designs CEO, Don McNeill. “The interest and support shared by the community as a whole for this charity event has been overwhelming and it’s even more moving in consideration of the number of appearances, concerts and events these artists are juggling as part of their hectic CMA Fest schedules.”

Created to go above and beyond family fun, You’ve been Sentenced! has become an educational tool that is garnering rave reviews in homes, classrooms and educational facilities around the world and is now staged to reach a brand new audience. McNeill Designs for Brighter Minds, the game manufacturer, will officially introduce the You’ve been Sentenced! Country Music Edition to entertain the country music fan at the June 7 gathering. The anticipated retail delivery date for the country music version is August 2012—just in time for Christmas retail delivery.

Ticket Information:
Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door the day of the event.
VIP seating is limited; first come, first serve.
• $10 general admission
• $25 VIP admission
• $100 buy-in, which allows the fan to be seated at a table with various artists to play the game.

Advance Tickets may be purchased via credit card. Call 866.520.2555.

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Posted in Buddy Jewell, Burns & Poe, CMA Fest, Jason Michael Carroll, Julie Roberts, LoCash Cowboys, Mark Wills Tags: Buddy Jewell, Burns & Poe, CMA Fest, Danni Leigh, Doug Stone, Jaclyn North, Jason Michael Carroll, Jeff Bates, Julie Roberts, Justin McBride, LoCash Cowboys, Mark Wills, Matt Kennon, Rhonda Vincent, Ty Brown, You’ve been Sentenced No Comments »

Matt Kennon Launches “Music That Matters” Campaign in the Fight Against Bullying

Posted by Country Girl on March 24th, 2012

Matt Kennon

Inspired by the troubles of a young boy he befriended at a school visit last year, Matt Kennon, known for his devotion to writing songs with purpose, penned the song “You Had To Pick On Me” with fellow writers Jami Grooms and Garrett Parris. Addressing the rising issue of bullying, the song has already garnered national attention on its own merit, giving a voice to those who could not speak.

“The overwhelming response and encouragement from my friends, family and the entire community for my song and its message has inspired us to try and reach even more people by developing the ‘Music That Matters’ Video Campaign,” states Matt Kennon. “My last recording, ‘The Call,’ reached over 3.6 million people through YouTube, and I know that with the support of schools, parents and community members,‘You Had To Pick On Me’ and its message could reach many more. We need to raise awareness and generate support against bullying, and hopefully this song will help produce a necessary call-to-action.”

From now until October 15, 2012, schools nationwide are invited to join the ‘Music That Matters’ Video Campaign by submitting student-made videos for the song “You Had To Pick On Me”. At the end of the campaign, the Top Five videos (based on quality and content) will be featured in a nationwide contest for the public to vote on their favorite video, where the winning school will then be recognized with a free concert and meet-and-greet event with Matt Kennon. Additional videos receiving the highest fan-votes will be considered for placement in the official “You Had To Pick On Me” Matt Kennon video.

Through these videos and growing community participation, Kennon hopes that the anti-bullying movement will become unstoppable. “We encourage all schools and kids to share their voices,” adds Kennon. “Let’s make a difference against bullying and protect our future of America, the kids!”

To hear the single or to submit your own video, visit www.mattkennon.com.

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Posted in Country Music News Tags: Fight Against Bullying, Matt Kennon, Music That Matters, You Had To Pick On Me No Comments »

It’s a Girl for Matt Kennon and Wife Tisha

Posted by Country Girl on February 29th, 2012

Matt Kennon

A BIG Congratulations goes out to Matt Kennon and his wife on the addition of their beautiful baby girl Shaynee.

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Tracy Lawrence 5th Annual “Mission Possible” Turkey Fry a Huge Success

Posted by Country Girl on November 27th, 2010

Tracy Lawrence, some famous Music City friends, MTSU students, local media and volunteers from the Nashville Rescue Mission joined together Tuesday, November 23, 2010 to donate their time at the 5th Annual Tracy Lawrence Mission Possible.

Held for the benefit of the Nashville Rescue Mission, the philanthropic group—comprised of over 100 volunteers—fried-up turkeys for the meal kitchen’s Thanksgiving dinner and Wilson County’s homeless.

Some of Music City’s biggest and brightest names gathered to cook and visit with volunteers and fans. Joining the Master of Ceremonies, Tracy Lawrence, in the “group fry” were his friends in music and entertainment: Brad Arnold (Three Doors Down,) GAC’s Suzanne Alexander, Bo Bice, Burns & Poe, Chelsea Field, Matt Gary, LoCash Cowboys, Lathan Moore, Lorrie Morgan, Danielle Peck, Matt Kennon, The Roys, radio personalities Big D & Bubba and the Titans Cheerleaders.

“I continue to be amazed at how this event has not only grown in size, but grown to become personal to me and the individuals involved,” Tracy Lawrence shares. “I’ve actually become acquainted with some of the folks who have graduated from the program at the Mission; it’s overwhelming to experience their growth. I am moved by how much this little gesture once a year means to them. I wish to extend my genuine ‘thanks’ to all of my friends, the sponsors, media and our community for your help—from the bottom of my heart.”

Although the Mission parking lot was drenched by morning rains, the weather did not dampen the spirit of the event. Generous donations of turkeys, clothing and cash were collected throughout the day; the final fowl figure tallied at just under 800 birds collected and 411 turkeys cooked at 4:30 PM yesterday afternoon. In addition to feeding those individuals in need at the Nashville Rescue Mission over the next few days, Lawrence and his family will also hand-deliver 125 cooked turkeys to a tent city of homeless located not far from his home in Wilson County. The mission’s overall goal is to collect 1000 gobblers before the Thanksgiving week comes to a close; contributions continue to be welcomed and are appreciated.

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Posted in Bo Bice, LoCash Cowboys, Lorrie Morgan, The Roys, Tracy Lawrence Tags: Bo Bice, Brad Arnold, Burns & Poe, Chelsea Field, Danielle Peck, Lathan Moore, LoCash Cowboys, Lorrie Morgan, Matt Gary, Matt Kennon, The Roys, Tracy Lawrence, uzanne Alexander No Comments »

Music City Zone & GAC Stage Line-Up for CMA Fest

Posted by TawnyTucker on June 5th, 2010

CMA Music Festival and the Nashville Convention & Visitors Bureau have once again partnered to offer more free music during the Festival. Head up to the Music City Zone for great music, cold beer, cool shade and delicious barbecue!

Located at the Public Square Park at the top of Second Avenue, the Music City Zone will have free daytime performances from some of your favorite artists on the GAC Stage Friday, June 11 from Noon-5:30 PM/CT, Saturday, June 12 from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM, and Sunday, June 13 from Noon-5:30 PM.

Friday, June 11
Ty Herndon Noon-12:30 PM
David Ball 12:50-1:20 PM
Sam & Ruby 1:40-2:10 PM
Riders in the Sky 2:30-3:00 PM
Matt Kennon 3:20-3:50 PM
Miss Willie Brown 4:10 – 4:40 PM
Chuck Mead 5:00-5:30 PM

Saturday, June 12
The Good Hands Band 10:00-10:30 AM
Frankie Ballard 10:50-11:20 AM
Sunny Sweeney 11:40 AM-12:10 PM
Brett Eldredge 12:30-1:00 PM
Point of Grace 1:20-1:50 PM
Jordyn Shellhart 2:10-2:40 PM
Elizabeth Cook 3:00-3:30 PM
The McClymonts 3:50-4:20 PM
Rhonda Vincent 4:40-5:10 PM
Mandy Barnett 5:30-6:00 PM

Sunday, June 13
Randy Kohrs Band Noon-12:30 PM
O’Shea 12:50-1:20 PM
The Invite 1:40-2:10 PM
Carter Twins 2:30-3:00 PM
Charmaine 3:20-3:50 PM
Charlie Louvin 4:10-4:40 PM
The Grascals 5:00-5:30 PM

In addition to the free live music on the GAC stage fans can also enjoy:

  • Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q Tent – Pick up some barbecue and take a break. Lunch specials daily.
  • Coors Light – Grab a cold beer and enjoy the tunes.
  • Cool Tent – Cool off with fans, misters and a place to put your feet up.
  • Nashville Shores Slip-n-Slide – Bring the kids and have some fun on the inflatable water slide.
  • Music City Marketplace Merchandise Tent – Shop for Nashville goodies for the unlucky ones that didn’t get to make the trip to the Festival this year.
  • NowPlayingNashville.com Autograph Booth – Get autographs of your favorite stars.
  • Nashville Interactive Tent – Make a YouTube video, post your favorite CMA pictures and connect with Music City’s fans, followers and friends at a new social community site.
  • VisitMusicCity.com Information Booth – Get Nashville information and souvenirs, become a Music City Troubadour, connect with Music City online and hear about all the newest Nashville promotions.

For daily deals, such as happy hour drink and lunch specials, follow twitter.com/visitmusiccity or facebook.com/visitmusiccity.

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Posted in Carter Twins, CMA Fest, Sunny Sweeny, The McClymonts Tags: Brett Eldredge, Carter Twins, Charlie Louvin, Charmaine, Chuck Mead, CMA Fest, David Ball, Elizabeth Cook, Frankie Ballard, GAC, Jordyn Shellhart, Mandy Barnett, Matt Kennon, Miss willie Brown, O'Shea, Point of Grace, Rhonda Vincent, Riders in the Sky, Sam and Ruby, Sunny Sweeney, The Good Hands Band, The Grascals, The McClymonts, Ty Herndon No Comments »
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