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Zac Brown Band Releases Live Concert DVD

By Raymond Loesch • March 9, 2010

ZAC BROWN BAND PASS THE JARBest New Artist GRAMMY winners Zac Brown Band are all about their live show experience and their latest DVD/2-CD release ‘Pass The Jar – Zac Brown Band and Friends Live from the Fabulous Fox Theatre In Atlanta‘ will bring that experience to an even bigger audience on May 4 (Southern Ground/Atlantic).  Taped at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre, ‘Pass the Jar…’ is a live concert package that captures performances from Zac Brown Band’s sold-out October 2009 show benefiting Athens’s historic Georgia Theatre.

Pre-orders for the ‘Pass the Jar…’ set are open to the general public now get your copy here, all purchasers will receive a unique code to get early access to pre-sale tickets for Zac Brown Band’s May 8th show at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Atlanta. Tickets for the Atlanta show go on sale to the general public March 12th.

The ‘Pass the Jar…’ DVD will feature eighteen of the evening’s performances with guests including: Kid Rock, Little Big Town, Joey + Rory, Shawn Mullins, Angie Aparo and Aslyn, who joined Zac Brown Band onstage for songs from their platinum album ‘The Foundation,’ their favorite covers, and new unreleased material. Shot in HD and directed by Darren Doane (who also shot the band’s “Toes” and “Highway 20 Ride” videos), the DVD is essential viewing for Zac Brown Band fans.

Watch the ‘Pass the Jar…’ trailer:

Pass The Jar – Zac Brown Band and Friends Live from the Fabulous Fox Theatre In Atlanta DVD Tracklist:
1. Intro
2. Whatever It Is
3. It’s Not OK
4. Jolene
5. Who Knows
6. The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down
7. Sic ‘Em On A Chicken
8. Junkyard (feat. Angie Aparo)
9. The Devil Went Down To Georgia
10. Trying to Drive (feat. Aslyn)
11. Alabama Jubilee (feat. Barry Waldrep)
12. Can’t You See (feat. Kid Rock)
13. Highway 20 Ride
14. Colder Weather (feat. Little Big Town)
15. Free / Into the Mystic (feat. Joey + Rory)
16. Toes (feat. Shawn Mullins)
17. America The Beautiful
18. Chicken Fried
19. We’re Gonna Make This Day

The ‘Pass the Jar…’ 2-CD companion will include audio from the DVD as well as performances of: “Let It Go,” “Where The Boat Leaves From,” “Blackbird” (feat. Matt Mangano), “Whiskey’s Gone,” “I Shall Be Released” and “Bar” (feat. Sonia Leigh and guests).

Already the Academy of Country Music’s reigning Top New Vocal Group, Zac Brown Band is nominated this year in the ACM’s fan-voted category Entertainer of the Year. The group also earned nominations for Album of the Year for ‘The Foundation,’ Single Record of the Year for “Toes,” and Top Vocal Group. Zac Brown also received two individual nominations as producer of Album of the Year for ‘The Foundation’ and Single Record of the Year for “Toes.” Fan voting for Entertainer of the Year will begin Thursday, April 1 and the winner will be announced live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, April 18th on CBS.

Zac Brown Band fans can also see them in concert on CMT’s Crossroads with Jimmy Buffett on March 19th at 10 p.m. Check out the  sneak peak

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Mindy McCready Returns to Country Music With New Release

By Stephen Gibbons • February 17, 2010


Country music recording artist Mindy McCready, whose career has lived and died by her own trials and tribulations, resurrects her platinum-selling talent and hard-fast commitment to her music with her latest CD release, “I’M STILL HERE”.  Available March 23, 2010, I’M STILL HEREshowcases McCready’s brazen can-do attitude engaged with her subtle, womanly vulnerability.
Since her breakout more than ten years ago with “Ten Thousand Angels” and the monumental success of “Guys Do It All The Time,” McCready has been drenched in public scandals. Despite personal issues and speculation about her new record, she announced her plans to record in May 2008. A proven self-help method, music is clearly McCready’s therapy.  Having battled personal demons, Mindy McCready returns from her eight-year hiatus, and in her first album since 2002, she shines.  Her steadfast yet fiercely feminine voice rises again.

MindyMcready“We have always been confident in Mindy’s talent,” Michael Fancher, Iconic Records label head, states. “This album shows she’s at the top of her game musically; she’s the best she’s ever sounded and we look forward to reintroducing her music to fans new and old.”

With contributions by producers Christopher Jak, Trey Bruce and Jimmy Nichols, the nine new tracks (along with an acoustic “By Her Side,” her dramatic, orchestrated rendition of “The Dance,” and modernized versions of “Guys Do It All The Time” and “Ten Thousand Angels”) highlight the vocal talents and natural ability that made McCready a top-selling female recording artist years ago. Her authentic, raw emotions embrace and resonate each musical sentiment reminding both her fans and critics that Mindy McCready continues to have a home in country music.

The Florida native has remained determined throughout her career. Moving to Music City after high school, McCready shopped demos and played at clubs and juke joints all across town. Her hard work lead to a deal with RCA and in the late 1990s, McCready introduced her brand of saucy country music; her first national recording was the top selling debut by a single female artist, selling more records out of the box than any female star before her.After years of success in Nashville, McCready became embroiled in an abusive romantic relationship and drug possession charges that landed her time in jail. Her history and battle with drug abuse caught the attention of a television producer; joining the cast of VH1’s “Celebrity Rehab 3” (airing now), she returned to the public eye.  She performs the title track, “I’m Still Here,” on Episode 7.

As Mindy McCready sings on the track, “…after the storm blew through, It kept me and it saved me. I’m still standing right where you left me,” there is no doubt those words are her truth.  She’s still here.

More information about Mindy McCready is available at: mindymcready.com. A streaming sample of the album is online now visit: mindymccready.com/music.php.

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Country Represents at the Grammy Awards

By Raymond Loesch • February 3, 2010

Congratulations to all the Grammy Award Winners from the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards. We are proud of the country stars that took home awards this year and represented country music in the style and elegance it richly deserves. The following are this years Grammy Award Winners:
Album of the Year – “Fearless” – Taylor Swift
Best New Artist – Zac Brown Band
Best Female Country Vocal Performance – “White Horse” – Taylor Swift
Best Male Country Vocal Performance – “Sweet Thing” – Keith Urban
Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals – “I Run to You” – Lady Antebellum
Best Country Collaboration with Vocals – “I Told You So” – Carrie Underwood and Randy Travis

On his Grammy Award for Best Country Collaboration With Vocals on “I Told You So” with Carrie Underwood:”This is the first time that I was not able to be on hand to accept a Grammy,” said Randy Travis. “If it wasn’t for the weather I would have thanked all the people who voted for us. A BIG thank you to Carrie for asking me to be part of this recording. She is an amazing talent and I am honored to win this with her.”

Randy was stuck at home in Santa Fe, New Mexico due to the inclement weather.  This is his third GRAMMY win.

Best Country Instrumental Performance – “Producer’s Medley” – Steve Wariner
Best Country Song – “White Horse” – Taylor Swift
Best Country Album – “Fearless” – Taylor Swift
Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album – “Jason Crabb” – Jason Crabb

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Kraft Singles Searches For The Single Best Town in America

By Stephen Gibbons • February 3, 2010

Kraft Singles and Disney ABC Will Award America’s “Single Best Town” With Ultimate Block Party, Featuring Live Performance from Country Music Stars Love And Theft

America is home to baseball, state fairs, country music, cheeseburgers and of course, American cheese.  Now America’s favorite brand of American cheese – KRAFT Singles – has partnered with Disney ABC to discover America’s “Single Best Town,” inviting people across the country to share the single best thing about their town.  From a unique monument to a charming local festival, KRAFT Singles is searching for the one-of-a-kind features that make America’s towns special and uniquely American!
This spring, America’s winning “Single Best Town” will enjoy an unforgettable block party featuring country music trio Love And Theft, who are gearing up to tour with country music superstars Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum.  The winning town will rock out to music from the band’s recently released debut album, “World Wide Open”, including hits “Runaway” and “Dancing In Circles.”  The block party will also feature appearances by ABC Soap Stars.
“When we’re out on tour we get to see the best of America in every town we visit, so we’re really looking forward to jamming with the “Single Best Town” in America,” says Stephen Barker Liles of Love And Theft. “Who knows, we might even write a song about it!”
loveandtheftFrom January 25 through February 28, KRAFT Singles fans can enter the “Single Best Town” contest at www.familyfun.com/best-town-contest by submitting a photo and short description of what they consider the single best thing about their town.  Ten finalists will be selected and America’s vote will determine the “Single Best Town” in America.
“Every American has something about their town that makes them proud to call it home, and the great thing is Americans all have a different perspective on what makes their town so special,” says Clayton Wai-Poi, senior brand manager for KRAFT Singles.  “We are looking forward to celebrating Americans coast-to-coast this year and can’t wait to give one amazing town a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a block party headlined by Love And Theft.”
Visit www.familyfun.com/best-town-contest to enter the “Single Best Town” contest, vote for your favorite town and find recipes, arts and crafts and more!

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Tracy Lawrence Honored With First-Time Grammy Nomination

By Stephen Gibbons • December 4, 2009

TRACY LAWRENCE HONORED WITH FIRST-TIME GRAMMY NOMINATION FOR FIRST-EVER INSPIRATIONAL RECORDING—THE ROCK

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Multi-platinum, chart- topping, country recording artist Tracy Lawrence received the news late last night of his 2010 Grammy nomination for “Best Southern, Country, Or Bluegrass Gospel Album” (Category 54) for his inspirational country CD, THE ROCK.
Tracy’s first inspirational recording (and the third album from Lawrence’s own independent label, Rocky Comfort Records), THE ROCK has made a bright and powerful impression on country music radio, critics and fans across the U.S.
“Possibly his strongest album to date.”—Maverick Magazine

“The album’s messages will appeal strongly to the faithful, but the welcoming tone also makes this interesting to non-Christians. Best of all, Lawrence is still producing music that sounds as good as anything he released in the ’90s.” –Amazon.com

“This record is so strong that is can be listened to over and over or simply at times when things are rough.” —About.com

“It’s a collection of solid, traditionally-styled, storytelling country songs that just happen to have a warmer heart, thanks to the thread of down home church and family values that run through them like letters in a stick of rock.”—Country Music People Magazine

“Lawrence’s warm baritone and effortless, emotional delivery make each track sound genuine and heartfelt.” —Country Standard Time

“Heartfelt, emotional, direct, caring and truthful, Tracy puts his whole heart and soul literally on the line with THE ROCK. Whether you’re Christian, Protestant, Buddhist or what ever, it does not matter, this album is phenomenal and unprecedented.” —CountryFanNetwork.com

The moving 10-song musical composition, featuring cuts entitled “The Book You Never Read,” “Dear Lord,” “Say A Prayer,” “Jesus Come Talk To Your Children” and his radio single “Up To Him,” . “The Rock” is an honest, emotional and realistic collection of embracing musical stories that carry the listener on a spiritual journey through the ups and downs of a meaningful life. Motivating listeners of all ages, in all stages of life, the project features songs crafted by Dave Berg, Craig Morgan, Brett James, Sam Tate and Annie Tate, to name a few. Released in June 2009, the CD debuted in the Top 20 country albums and Top 5 Christian albums (6/14/09 Nielsen U.S. SoundScan Chart).

Co-produced with Julian King, “The Rock” is a three-fold paramount event for Lawrence, both personally and professionally, serving as his introduction into the inspirational country genre, a commitment-kept, and now, the Grammy nomination. A man of his word, Lawrence made the promise to his parents that he would one day record an inspirational album.

“My mom and dad had been coaxing me for years to record an inspirational country CD,” Tracy Lawrence introduced. “I promised them I would, but kept pushing it off because it just didn’t ‘feel’ like the right time. I had to grow, personally and artistically to get here. THE ROCK has been full of personal surprises for me. I’ve received an overwhelming response from fans old and new. I’m so happy this album seems to have touched so many, and now, with the Grammy nomination, this is affirmation that the timing was right for me.”

Tracy is an 18-year industry veteran with 17 No. 1 singles (including “Paint Me A Birmingham,” “Alibis” and “Find Out Who Your Friends Are”) and more than 30 charted singles to his name. He’s recorded 10 studio albums, five specialty records and with more than eight million albums sold, he enjoys multi platinum status. This is Tracy’s first Grammy nomination.

For more information on Tracy Lawrence, please visit: www.tracylawrence.com.

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