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Page 2 of 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Vince Gill leaves the band behind[Aug. 28, 2008] On a magical night in Cohasset some 25 years ago, a young bluegrass singer and songwriter took the stage of the South Shore Music Circus as the unbilled opening act for headliner Barbara Mandrell. Armed with only his guitar and a pure and powerful voice, Vince Gill made it clear, without ever having to say so, that he was a star on the rise. Gill – whose latest release, the four-CD set of new music “These Days,” earned him his 19th Grammy Award earlier this year, this one for Best Country Album – returns to the Music Circus on Saturday with an acoustic show that just may remind some of that earlier summer night under the tent. Alan Jackson doesn't draw the crowd he should[Aug. 15, 2008] A reported 5,100 people showed up at the HP Pavilion, an impressive number if the Stealth are playing lacrosse, but a pretty pitiful turnout for one of the most consistent country hitmakers of the past 20 years, joined on this night by the talented Lee Ann Womack. Even with the upper level of the arena blocked off, it felt awfully sparse in there.
DeAnne Moore Ships New Single To Radio[Aug. 14, 2008] How You Say Goodbye, the second single release from American Muse recording artist DeAnne Moore arrives at radio beginning Monday, August 18. By Megan Burns, Thompson Entertainment Group
'Singer of simple songs' sells 50 million albums[Aug. 12, 2008] Alan Jackson stays true to traditional country music -
When Alan Jackson learned his album sales had reached 50 million, his thoughts turned not to the moments when he had received the industry's highest awards, but to all the years he struggled, wondering if he'd ever be able to make a living in music.
Josh Gracin plays to a full house at the fair[Aug. 7, 2008] Fresh off his sophomore album release, rising country music star and former "American Idol" contestant Josh Gracin rocked a packed house Wednesday night at the Berkeley County Youth Fair.
Kellie Pickler meets the crowd at Buffalo Chip[Aug. 6, 2008] After entertaining the crowd Monday night, country music superstar Kelli Pickler surprised the thousands attending her show at the Buffalo Chip Campground by walking out to meander with the crowd.
Case IH to Sponsor Craig Morgan "International Harvester" Tour[Jul. 29, 2008] Global farm equipment manufacturer Case IH has announced an agreement to sponsor a concert tour by country music superstar Craig Morgan. Titled "Craig Morgan Powered by Case IH... International Harvester. The Legend Rolls On," the collaboration follows up on the success of Morgan's hit song
"International Harvester" with a cross-country tour that celebrates the American farmer.
Before a show, Bill Monroe hit the field[Jul. 29, 2008] Anyone with even a passing interest in country music knows the name Bill Monroe. The Father of Bluegrass Music did it all in the genre, from singing and writing songs to leading a band and playing different instruments and ulimately pioneering a form of music synonymous with America.
Bravado and Dolly Parton Ink Merchandising Agreement[Jul. 29, 2008] Bravado, the world's leading global music merchandising company, has entered into an agreement to manufacture and distribute merchandise with legendary recording artist, actress and entrepreneur Dolly Parton. The announcement was made today by Tom Bennett, Chief Executive Officer, Bravado.
Jimmy Lehoux Thrills Crowd At Gillette Stadium[Jul. 28, 2008] On Saturday night, July 26, Jimmy Lehoux joined a star-studded line up on the stage of the Gillette Stadium performing for thousands as the opening act for the Foxborough, MA stop of Kenny Chesney's wildly successful Poets & Pirates Tour. Jimmy was chosen from hundreds of entries from all over New England, each competing for the coveted spot. By Megan Burns, Thompson Entertainment Group
Sugarland kicks up their heels with third album[Jul. 21, 2008] The offices of CMT aren't Hawaii, but Sugarland is determined to make the most of it. Standing in front of a green screen on the tropics-themed set of Top 20, CMT's weekly countdown show, Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush watch the backgrounds change on a nearby monitor and adjust their behavior accordingly, making dancing-mermaid moves for an underwater scene, then pretending to wash each other's hair in front of a waterfall.
Plateau Music Ships New April Taylor Single[Jul. 17, 2008] "When You Come From Nothing", the newest single from Plateau Music recording artist April Taylor arrives at radio beginning July 21. The song, written by Will Hopkins & Steve Mitchell, is a life-affirming testament of the strength of the human spirit expressed in April's unique vocal style. "When You Come From Nothing" is the first single from her as yet untitled sophomore album that once again matches the singer with producer Tony Mantor. By Megan Burns, Thompson Entertainment Group
Royal Wade Kimes Throws A Wide Loop[Jul. 17, 2008] Royal Wade Kimes has established himself as a 'singing cowboy throwing a wide loop.' " Country Weekly", the largest country music magazine in the world, just a few weeks ago mentioned him being called the '21st Century Marty Robbins by his peers. Just this week " Western Way Magazine", published by the Western Music Association, has given him a major story, written by Marvin O'Dell, a free lance writer, in which they take their hats off to Royal Wade Kimes for his vision to the future of the music business as a whole.
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