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Best Country songs and albums of 2015 According to Billboard

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Billboard has just revealed its list of best country singles of the year: Best Country Songs of the Year 1. “Biscuits,” Kacey Musgraves 2. “Tennessee Whiskey,” Chris Stapleton 3.  “Burning House,” Cam 4.  “Girl Crush,” Little Big Town 5.  “One Hell Of An Amen,” Brantley Gilbert 6.  “Buy Me A Boat,” Chris Janson 7.  “Better Than You Left Me,” Mickey Guyton 8.  “Die A Happy Man,” Thomas Rhett 9.  “Like A Cowboy,” Randy Houser 10.  “Love Me Like You Mean It,” Kelsea Ballerini [bctt tweet=”See who made @Billboard’s #BestOf2015 in country music!”] For Billboard’s top country albums of 2015: http://www.billboard.com/articles/events/year-in-music-2015/6806136/2015-10-best-country-songs-2015-critics-picks Also, Billboard’s Year in Music issue reveals the honorees topping Billboard’s 2015 year-end charts: Top Artist: Taylor Swift Top Billboard 200 Album: 1989 by Taylor Swift Top Hot 100 Song: “Uptown Funk!” by Mark Ronson feat. Bruno Mars Top Hot 100 Artist: The Weeknd Top Artist, Duo/Group: One Direction Top Artist, Female: Taylor Swift Top Artist, Male: Ed Sheeran Top New Artist: Fetty Wap Billboard’s Year End 2015 Charts: http://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end Billboard’s Top Artist of 2015 (Taylor Swift): http://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2015/top-artis ts Top Hot 100 Songs of 2015: http://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2015/hot-100-songs Top Billboard 200 Albums of 2015: http://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2015/top-billboard-200-albums

LORRIE MORGAN TO RELEASE FIRST SOLO ALBUM IN FIVE YEARS

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LORRIE MORGAN TO RELEASE FIRST SOLO ALBUM IN FIVE YEARS Letting Go… Slow Out February 12 on Shanachie Entertainment “I have been a daughter, a bride, a mother, a divorcee, a widow, a single mother, a grandmother, a breadwinner, and, ultimately a survivor. It seems, in many ways, I am a living, breathing country song, and I know what I sing.” – Lorrie Morgan NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 21, 2015) – Lorrie Morgan dominated the 90s with top-charting hits like “What Part Of No,” “Except For Monday,” “Five Minutes,” and “Watch Me,” and celebrates a career spanning four decades with over 8 million albums sold. A multiple Female Vocalist Of The Year Award-Winner, she is the first female country star in history to have ever garnered three consecutive albums certified Platinum. In 2016, the country music songstress is back with her first solo album in five years. Morgan will release Letting Go… Slow on February 12, 2016 on Shanachie Entertainment. The album follows her collaboration album, Dos Divas, released with Pam Tillis in 2013. [bctt tweet=”@TheLorrieMorgan to release first solo album in five years February 12, 2016 on @ShanachieEnt! #LettingGoSlow”] Letting Go… Slow features 12 tracks, some upbeat and sassy like her top hits “What Part Of No,” and “Five Minutes,” others pensive and heart-rending. Produced by Richard Landis, (whose credits include some of Morgan’s top hits, Vince Gill, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band), the album seemingly takes on some of Morgan’s most challenging life experiences through song in soulful ballads like “What I’d Say,” “Slow,” and a powerful cover of Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers’ “I’ve Done Enough Dying Today.” She’s witty and radiant on “Jesus and Hairspray,” embraces the classic country sound on “Strange,” and expands her musical depth on a cover of Bob Dylan’s classic, “Lay Lady Lay.” The keen production on each track highlights her signature vocals, which have long been praised by critics. “There’s a dark grain to her voice, a fine, sandpaper edge that imbues her strong, clear pipes with subtle grit. She’s one of the most distinctive singers of contemporary country, a subtle interpreter who is at her best when explicating sorrows large and small,” wrote CMT. American Music Channel added, “Veterans of the singing business shouldn’t look nor sound as good as Lorrie Morgan, but then again, she was never exactly your typical Nashville singer.” The daughter of late country star George Morgan, Morgan made her Opry debut at the age of 13 and was one of the youngest to ever be inducted as a lifetime member, at age 24. She celebrated multiple top-charting hits including “I Didn’t Know My Own Strength,” “I Guess You Had To Be There,” “Something In Red,” among many others. She is a four-time Female Vocalist Of The Year Award-Winner, and in 1994, she garnered CMA’s Album Of The Year Award for Common Thread. In 1990, Morgan and her late husband, Keith Whitley, took home the CMA Award for Vocal Event Of The Year for “Til A Continue reading LORRIE MORGAN TO RELEASE FIRST SOLO ALBUM IN FIVE YEARS→

Eric Paslay’s "High Class" Song Featured in Upcoming ESPN+ABC College Football Postseason

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Eric Paslay’s “High Class” Song Featured in Upcoming ESPN/ABC College Football Postseason Wraps 2015 with Grammy Nomination and Inclusion in Best Song Lists Nashville, Tenn. (December 17, 2015) – Grammy nominee Eric Paslay’s current single “High Class” will be featured in the upcoming ESPN/ABC College football postseason. The song can be heard during bumps, montages and promos of ESPN networks’ college football bowl game coverage beginning today and through the end of 2015, including the inaugural Air Force Reserve Celebration Bowl that begins bowl season on Saturday, Dec. 19, at noon ET on ABC. Eric said, “You have to be a high class player, with a high class team and especially high class fans to make it to the college football postseason. Congratulations to all of these guys on an incredible season and I know I’ll be watching these games… with my shades on.” “High Class” is the lead single from Eric’s highly-anticipated sophomore album due out in 2016. Co-penned by Eric, Corey Crowder and Jesse Frasure, the song made its chart premiere as the most added at country radio. “High Class” is available on all digital retailers: http://umgn.us/HighClass Eric wraps 2015 with his first Grammy nomination as an artist with Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley and Dierks Bentley for “The Driver” in the Best Country Duo/Group category and inclusion in year-end Best Country Songs lists. Rolling Stone Country’s 25 Best Country Songs of 2015 counted “The Driver” and “She Don’t Love You” among its top songs.  The feature claims “She Don’t Love You” “wraps an entire movie’s worth of story into a four-and-a-half minute song” while “Paslay turns in the vocal performance of a lifetime here, soaring on the choruses with a heart-in-throat intensity in his delivery.” “She Don’t Love You” also lands at #6 on Popdust’s all genre Top 20 Songs of 2015. Eric recently concluded his touring year opening for Chris Young’s “I’m Comin’ Over World Tour” and this January Eric will perform as part of Brad Paisley’s “Crushin’ It World Tour.” Since releasing his critically-acclaimed debut self-titled album, Eric has celebrated a No. 1 with smash Platinum-selling hit “Friday Night” as well as GOLD-certification for “Song About A Girl” and success with his powerful ballad single “She Don’t Love You.” A true artists’ artist, the Texas native co-penned five No. 1 hits as a songwriter including “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” (Eli Young Band), “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” (Jake Owen), “Angel Eyes” (Love & Theft), “Rewind” (Rascal Flatts) and “Friday Night.” An ACM, CMA and GRAMMY-nominee Eric has been sought after for his songwriting prowess by artists including Steven Tyler, Lady Antebellum and Hunter Hayes. For additional information please visit www.EricPaslay.com

Easton Corbin to Headline 2nd Annual ShipKicker at The Queen Mary June 4

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Easton Corbin Set to Headline 2nd Annual ShipKicker Country Music Festival at the Queen Mary June 4 Tickets On-Sale December 17 at QueenMary.comLong Beach, Calif. (December 17, 2015) – The Queen Mary is pleased to welcome ShipKicker back to the beautiful Waterfront Event Park on Saturday, June 4, 2015. The 2nd annual country music festival will bring today’s best country artists to Long Beach with performances by Easton Corbin, Clare Dunn, Mo Pitney, Dylan Scott, Scotty Mac Band, Honey County and Daniel Bonte and The Bona Fide. [bctt tweet=”@EastonCorbin to headline the 2nd annual #ShipKicker country music festival.”] Easton Corbin will headline the 2nd annual ShipKicker country music festival. Corbin’s self-titled debut album took country music by storm in March 2010, featuring the two number one hits “A Little More Country Than That” and “Roll with It“, as well as the number 14 hit “I Can’t Love You Back“. His second album, All Over the Road, was released in September 2012. By 2013, Corbin had sold over 470,000 albums and over 2 million singles. Corbin will be joined by the likes of favorite country artists including Clare Dunn, Mo Pitney, Dylan Scott, Scotty Mac Band, Honey County and Daniel Bonte and The Bona Fide. ShipKicker country music festival will offer food vendors, a beer garden, cocktails, line dance lessons and performances, and country yard-games to entertain in between musical acts. Tickets start at $45 (online in advance) and $55 day of and at the door. VIP tickets are also available and include access to a private bar, two drink tickets, and complimentary Queen Mary ship access for the day. Tickets for ShipKicker are on-sale December 17. For more information and to purchase tickets visit http://www.queenmary.com/events/shipkicker/. About the Queen Mary Located in the Port of Long Beach, the Queen Mary features a rich maritime history, authentic Art Deco décor, and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Long Beach city skyline. At the time of her maiden voyage in May of 1936, she was considered the grandest ocean liner ever built. The Queen Mary’s signature restaurants include the award-winning Sir Winston’s and Chelsea Chowder House & Bar as well as a weekly Champagne Sunday Brunch served in the ship’s Grand Salon. History buffs enjoy the ship’s museum and Glory Days tour, guests of all ages love the Ghosts and Legends show, and the ship is currently featuring the renowned Diana: Legacy of a Princess exhibit and Tea Room. The Queen Mary features 80,000 square feet of event space in 17 remarkable Art Deco salons as well as a tri-level, 45,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall. The Queen Mary boasts 346 staterooms including nine full suites. For more information or for reservations, see www.queenmary.com or call (800) 437-2934. The Queen Mary is located at 1126 Queens Highway in Long Beach.

Blackberry Smoke Reveal 2016 Tour Dates

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Blackberry Smoke Reveal 2016 Tour Dates Maiden Voyage of The Outlaw Country Cruise Sells Out NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 17, 2015) – The guys of Blackberry Smoke had a groundbreaking year, releasing their critically-acclaimed forth studio album, Holding All The Roses, playing sold-out shows around the world, including shows with legendary rock band ZZ Top, performing on Conan, appearing on the soundtrack for EA Sports’ Madden NFL 16, premiering the music video for their latest single “Rock and Roll Again” on Yahoo, participating in the sold-out Warren Haynes Christmas Jam and donating $15,000 to CURE Childhood Cancer and $15,000 to Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt. The band is keeping the momentum going into 2016 by kicking the year off with a headliner spot on the maiden voyage of The Outlaw Country Cruise, which features performances by Blackberry Smoke, Lucinda Williams, The Mavericks, Country Music Hall of Famer Bobby Bare and many more for four rebellious days at sea. The cruise will also host special radio broadcasts and performances from SiriusXM Outlaw Country personalities, including Steve Earle, Shooter Jennings, Elizabeth Cook and Mojo Nixon. Additionally, the band will criss-cross the country, with shows scheduled for North Carolina, Alabama, Virginia, Ohio and many more (full schedule here), and internationally, including their first-ever Australia show at Byron Bay Bluesfest, which will also feature performances by Jackson Browne, Jason Isbell, Brian Wilson, Elle King and more. Blackberry Smoke on Tour: February 04, 2016 Asheville, NC The Orange Peel February 05, 2016 Asheville, NC The Orange Peel February 07, 2016 – Thursday, February 11, 2016 Miami, FL Outlaw Country Cruise February 12, 2016 Jacksonville, FL FL Theatre February 13, 2016 Birmingham, AL Iron City February 18, 2016 Columbus, OH LC Pavilion February 19, 2016 Springfield, IL Boondocks February 20, 2016 Glasgow, KY Plaza Theatre March 10, 2016 Norfolk, VA The NorVa March 11, 2016 Richmond, VA The National March 12, 2016 North Myrtle Beach, SC House of Blues March 24, 2016 Sydney, AUS The Basement March 25-March 28, 2016 Byron Bay, AUS Bluesfest About Blackberry Smoke: Holding All the Roses compellingly captures the energy, attitude, and honesty that have already helped to make Blackberry Smoke one of America’s hottest live rock ‘n’ roll outfits, a truly grass-roots phenomenon with a large and fiercely loyal fan base. The 12-song set—produced by Grammy-winner Brendan O’Brien, whose previous production clients have included AC/DC, Aerosmith, Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen and Neil Young—showcases the Atlanta-based quintet’s emotion-charged mix of bluesy rock, gospel soul, and country, with Charlie Starr’s raspy twang matched by his and Paul Jackson’s snarling guitars, Brandon Still’s hauntingly expressive organ and piano, and the propulsive sibling rhythm section of Richard and Brit Turner. The songs’ appeal is further elevated by the band’s three-part vocal harmonies and elaborate arrangements that make judicious use of fiddle and added percussion. The depth displayed throughout Holding All the Roses demonstrates how Blackberry Smoke has evolved from rough-edged club act to arena-ready rock ‘n’ roll juggernaut as well as continues to Continue reading Blackberry Smoke Reveal 2016 Tour Dates→

2015 International Songwriting Competition Expands Dates, Discounts Entry Fee

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INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITING COMPETITION (ISC) REOPENS ENTRIES FOR “STOCKING STUFFER” HOLIDAY PROMOTION Kesha, Pat Metheny, Lorde, Tom Waits, Bill Withers, Avicci, Hardwell, Keb’ Mo’, Casting Crowns, Bastille, and Many More To Select Winners December 15, 2015 – Nashville, TN, USA… In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, ISC is reopening submissions for one week only (Dec. 15-22) for its annual Stocking Stuffer, and the fee is a discounted $25 per entry. All entries will also be automatically entered into the ISC 2015 competition. Songs may be submitted online via the ISC, Sonicbids, or Acceptd platforms or by mail. To enter, go to http://www.songwritingcompetition.com/submit. ISC is dedicated to nurturing the talent of songwriters throughout the world and is the only competition in the world to offer such a high-profile panel of judges. The caliber of judges has always been a hallmark of the prestige and value of ISC. Entrants are offered the unprecedented opportunity to have their music heard by some of the most illustrious and influential recording artists and executives in today’s music industry. Previous ISC winners have included artists such as Vance Joy, Gotye, Kimbra, Gin Wigmore, The Band Perry, Passenger, Bastille, Kasey Chambers, Gregory Porter, Lindsey Stirling, and many more. One lucky Stocking Stuffer entrant will win $1,000 in cash, 4000 Radio Airplay credits, promotion on Radio Airplay’s social media outlets such as Twitter and Facebook, and an artist spotlight feature in their blog and newsletter reaching over 65K members. All entrants to the Stocking Stuffer promo will receive 100 free spins to a new or existing Radio Airplay account. Additionally, all Stocking Stuffer entrants will be eligible to win the overall ISC prizes which include over $150,000 in cash (including a Grand Prize of $25,000 cash), merchandise, and services. ISC is open to amateur and professional songwriters from all over the world, including bands and solo performers. Categories include: AAA (Adult Album Alternative); AC (Adult Contemporary); Americana; Blues; Children’s Music; Comedy/Novelty; Country; EDM; Folk/Singer-Songwriter; Christian; Instrumental; Jazz; Latin Music; Lyrics Only; Music Video; Performance; Pop/Top 40; R&B/Hip-Hop; Rock; Teen; World Music; and Unsigned Only. The complete list of 2015 ISC judges includes: Recording Artists: Tom Waits; Lorde; Kesha; American Authors; Pat Metheny; Sara Evans; Bastille; Casting Crowns; Keb’ Mo’; Avicii; Boyz II Men; Bill Withers; Keane; Hardwell; Robben Ford; Danilo Perez; Moby; Stanley Clarke; Jon Secada; Daddy Yankee; Afro Celt Sound System; Anthony Hamilton; Gerald Casale (Devo); Justin Townes Earle; Jean-Luc Ponty; Darryl McDaniels (Run D.M.C.); Chayanne; Shakey Graves; Joy Williams; Eric Paslay; Los Amigos Invisibles; Hawk Nelson; Art Alexakis (Everclear); Alejandro Marcovich; Matt Maher; Mariana Vega; Far East Movement; Femi Kuti; Rodrigo y Gabriela Industry Executives: Craig Kallman (Chairman/CEO, Atlantic Records); Dan McCarroll (President, Warner Bros. Records); Sylvia Rhone (President, Epic Records); Jeff Castelaz (President, Elektra Records); Nir Seroussi (President, Sony Music Latin); Ed Vetri (President, Wind-Up Records); Rosie Lopez (President, Tommy Boy Entertainment); Glen Barros (President, Concord Music Group); Craig Balsam (Owner, Razor & Tie / Washington Square/ Kidz Bop); Daniel Glass (President, Glassnote Records); Steve Continue reading 2015 International Songwriting Competition Expands Dates, Discounts Entry Fee→

BILLY CURRINGTON’S HEADLINING SUMMER FOREVER TOUR

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BILLY CURRINGTON’S HEADLINING SUMMER FOREVER TOUR TO KICK OFF FEBRUARY 19th Chart Topping Singer/Songwriter Kelsea Ballerini to Join on Select Dates Platinum-selling, Grammy, ACM and CMA nominated artist Billy Currington will hit the road on his headlining Summer Forever tour beginning in February 2016.  Billy’s high-energy live shows always gives the audience what they want and leave them feeling like they’ve been to a great family reunion that turned into a raucous party. He released his sixth studio album, Summer Forever, on Mercury Nashville in June 2015 and joined Tim McGraw on his Shotgun  Rider Tour this past summer.  The first single off of Summer Forever, “Don’t It,” climbed to number 1 on the country airplay charts, marking his 10th #1 single, and became an anthem of summer 2015. Over the course of his career, Currington has celebrated nine No. 1 hits, platinum-selling albums and ACM, CMA and GRAMMY nominations. Currington’s series of chart-toppers include “Don’t,” “Good Directions,” “Let Me Down Easy,” “Must Be Doin’ Something Right,” “People Are Crazy,” “Pretty Good At Drinkin’ Beer,” “That’s How Country Boys Roll,” “Hey Girl,” and “We Are Tonight.” Billy Currington Tour Dates: 2/19/2015        San Antonio, TX 2/25/2015        Indianapolis, IN ** 2/26/2015        Greensboro, NC ** 2/27/2015        Macon, GA ** 3/4/2015          Saint Louis, MO 3/11/2015        Fort Worth, TX 3/12/2015        Houston, TX 3/24/2015        Hampton Beach, NH ** 3/25/2015        Amherst, MA ** 3/26/2015        Kingston, RI ** 4/7/2015          Savannah, GA ** 4/8/2015          Athens, GA ** 4/9/2015          North Myrtle Beach, SC 4/15/2015        St. Augustine, FL ** 4/16/2015        Tampa, FL   ** CMT, CMA and AMA nominated, Kelsea Ballerini whose record-breaking, GOLD-certified single “Love Me Like You Mean It” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart, making her the first solo female artist in nine years to hit No. 1 with her debut country single, will be joining as support on these dates. The Black River Entertainment recording artist’s debut album THE FIRST TIME is in stores now.   For additional information, please visit BillyCurrington.com

Kenny Chesney Hits Billboard’s Top 5 2015 Tours

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Kenny Chesney Joins Billboard’s Top 5 2015 Tours as Only Country Act Along w Taylor Swift, 1-D, U2 & the Stones NEW YORK, N.Y. – (Dec. 15, 2015) – When Kenny Chesney took his 2015 The Big Revival Tour on the road, he wanted to rock as many people as humanly possible. With just 57 dates, albeit 23 stadiums, the man The Wall Street Journal called “The King of the Road” was the only country act making Billboard’s Top 5 Touring Acts of 2015 – alongside Taylor Swift, One Direction, U2 and the Rolling Stones. Beyond the dollars, Chesney played to the third highest number of fans – 1,335,022 – after list-topper Swift’s 1,982,076 for 71 shows and No. 2 One Direction’s 2,337,938 for 80 shows. Summer after summer, the 4-time Country Music Association and 4-time Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year remains focused on rocking the No Shoes Nation for all they’re worth. “Every year when we hit the road, I’m trying to figure out how to bring it harder, play more music and make it a night the people who live their lives in the songs will remember,” says the high-impact songwriter who’s sold in excess of a million tickets each of his 13 headlining tours since 2002. “We’ve been doing this enough years, that you know you have to really bring it to just compete with what you’ve already done. And it’s about the music you’re making now, as well as the ability to bring it when you hit the stage every night.” Hailed as “Two parts Mick Jagger, one part Bruce Springsteen and one part Billy Graham” by The Dallas Morning News, Chesney’s The Big Revival broke nine records this summer – including several of his own – one being 120,206 fans over two nights at Gillette Stadium, marking his 12th and 13th show at the home of the New England Patriots. “People want to rock, to have a good time and forget their problems,” Chesney explains. “But they’re not looking to mindlessly spend the night. They come to remember the moments that mattered to them – and maybe make a few more memories in the process – and I’ve been lucky that my songs have reflected how the No Shoes Nation lives their lives on every level.” Having a new record that yielded four consecutive No. 1’s doesn’t hurt. In addition to the GRAMMY- and CMA-nominated, multiple-week No. 1 “American Kids,” he had “Til It’s Gone,” the CMA Musical Event nominee “Wild Child” with Grace Potter and the three week chart-topper “Save It for a Rainy Day,” all songs that show his creative fire matches his unrelenting passion for his near legendary live shows. The Big Revival also is the eighth time Chesney has won Top Package at Billboard’s annual Touring Awards. The man, who has brought Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Lady Antebellum, Rascal Flatts, Zac Brown Band and Dierks Bentley out with him, tapped Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Brantley Gilbert, Old Dominion, Cole Continue reading Kenny Chesney Hits Billboard’s Top 5 2015 Tours→

Colt Ford Shines a Light on PTSD in 12-Minute Mini-Movie, "Workin’ On"

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Colt Ford Shines a Light on PTSD in 12-Minute Mini-Movie, “Workin’ On” Nashville, TN, (December 15, 2015)….“Workin’ On,” a powerful 12-minute mini-movie featuring Colt Ford’s hit song which shines a spotlight on one of the biggest health crises facing soldiers returning from deployment: post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, makes its digital debut on NRACountry.com today. Click above to view the video. A private screening of the mini-movie was held earlier this year at the NRA Convention in Nashville. “There’s men and women that are suffering and struggling with PTSD, that have given everything for us to be able to have the freedoms that we do. And because we can’t see it, a lot of times it goes unnoticed,” Ford said. “So, I just wanted to try and make as big a deal of it as possible, so we can get some help. During this holiday season, let’s not forget the men and women who sacrificed so much for our country.” The music video version of “Workin’ On” featuring both Colt Ford and U.S. Navy SEAL (Ret.), Marcus Luttrell, has garnered nearly 2 million views raising much-needed awareness of this life-altering condition which affects 20 percent of all soldiers deployed within the last six years. From firefighters, to community service workers to the general public, PTSD can affect anyone.  The song, “Workin’ On,” was included  on Ford’s #2 Billboard’s Country Album, “Thanks For Listening.” Thankfully, the Lone Survivor Foundation, created by U.S. Navy SEAL (Ret.) Marcus Luttrell, is there to help. Luttrell founded the LSF after he watched several of his fellow soldiers die during Operation Redwing in Afghanistan in 2007. The film was produced by Colt Ford and Hideout Pictures.

Aaron Tippin Set for Country Music Hall of Fame Songwriter Session

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Nashville, Tenn. (December 15, 2015) – Country music’s Aaron Tippin is set to be spotlighted by the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum with a special Songwriter Session. Tippin’s Songwriter Session will be held in the Ford Theater this Saturday, December 19 at 11:30 AM. During the 45 minute program, Tippin will perform several of his hit songs and will discuss his 25 years in the music business. Immediately following the program, items purchased in the Museum Store will be available for Tippin to autograph. This year marks Tippin’s silver anniversary as a country music singer. To celebrate, he has released Aaron Tippin 25, a two-disc collection of 25 songs that includes 10 freshly recorded versions of his biggest career hits, as well as 15 brand new songs. The album is available for purchase at aarontippin.com and iTunes. PROGRAM ADMISSION: Free with Museum admission or Museum membership. For more information on obtaining a program pass or members-only advance reservation, click the following link: http://countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/event/songwriter-session-aaron-tippin#.VnA2vDZlmRs About Aaron Tippin Aaron Tippin’s traditional sound and focus on working-class themes made him one of the most popular acts of the 1990s. He co-wrote his hits “Kiss This,” “My Blue Angel,” “There Ain’t Nothin’ Wrong with the Radio,” “Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly,” “Working Man’s Ph.D.,” and “You’ve Got to Stand for Something.” For more information on Aaron Tippin, visit www.aarontippin.com. About the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is operated by the Country Music Foundation, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization chartered by the state of Tennessee in 1964. The museum’s mission is the preservation of the history of country and related vernacular music rooted in southern culture. With the same educational mission, the foundation also operates Historic RCA Studio B, Hatch Show PrintTM, CMF Records, the museum’s Frist Library and Archive and CMF Press. Museum programs are made possible, in part, by the Metropolitan Nashville Arts Commission, the Tennessee Arts Commission, and under agreements with the National Endowment for the Arts.