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Vince Gill To Be Honored with CRB Career Achievement Award

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Vince Gill will be honored with the 2014 Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Career Achievement Award at the Country Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. Emmylou Harris and Rodney Crowell will perform a tribute to Gill as well as presenting him with the prestigious award during the event. The CRB Career Achievement Award is presented to an individual artist or act that, through their creativity, vision, performance or leadership has made a significant contribution to the development and promotion of country music and country radio. Previous winners of this award include Dolly Parton, Brooks & Dunn, Merle Haggard and George Strait. “Vince Gill is unquestionably one of the greatest artists in the country genre,” said Bill Mayne, Executive Director of CRS. “His body of amazing work continues to evolve, and his performances inspire us all. He is a remarkable ambassador for Country music with his talents, grace, class, leadership, humility, humanity, style and wicked sense of humor. We are very proud to present Vince with this richly deserved honor.” With more than 17 studio albums recorded and more than 26 million copies sold, Gill has had an incredible career as a singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. He has won 20 Grammys and 18 CMA Awards, including CMA Entertainer of the Year, Song of the Year and CMA Male Vocalist of the Year. He has already been inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Country Music Hall of Fame. The Country Radio Hall of Fame dinner and induction ceremony unofficially kicks off Country Radio Seminar each year. CRS 2014 will be held at the downtown Nashville Convention Center February 19-21, 2014. Previously announced, the 2014 Country Radio Hall of Fame inductees are Larry Wilson and Mike Brophey as the Radio category inductees and Paul Schadt and Jim Denny as the On-Air category inductees. About Country Radio Hall of Fame: The Country Radio Hall of Fame was founded in 1974 to recognize outstanding indiviuals working in the broadcasting industry who are promoting the Country radio format. The Hall of Fame has two categories: Radio and On-Air Personality. The awards ceremony is held the evening prior to the Country Radio Seminar and has become recognized as the unofficial kick off of the annual radio convention. About Country Radio Seminar: Country Radio Seminar is an annual convention designed to educate and promote the exchange of ideas and business practices in the Country music industry, with specific emphasis on issues relevant to Country radio. CRS 2014 will be held Feb. 19-21, 2014, in downtown Nashville, Tenn., at the Nashville Convention Center. The regular rate of $499 is now in effect. The on site registration rate will be announced closer to the event. Visit www.CountryRadioSeminar.com for more information.   Photo Credit: Jim Wright     Read more at AristoPR!

FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE DONATES $10,000 TO MUSICARES®; Multiple CMA, AMA & ACA Nominees Reveal Track List For HERE’S TO THE GOOD TIMES…THIS IS HOW WE ROLL; Deluxe Version of Platinum Standout Debut Album Available On 11/25

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NASHVILLE, TN (October 31, 2013) – Prior to a recent tour stop at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Florida Georgia Line presented MusiCares®, which helps provide medical and financial assistance to music community members in need, with a $10,000 donation to aid in their efforts. “We first learned about the program when we visited the offices of The Recording Academy® in LA and were completely blown away by what the organization does to help support our music community,” shares FGL’s Brian Kelley. “We couldn’t think of a better way to show our support.” FGL’s Tyler Hubbard adds, “this year has been full of amazing blessings for us and we are so thankful to be able to give back and show our gratitude.” Find out more straight from the source! http://www.sweettalkpublicity.com/index.php/news/19-florida-georgia-line/161-florida-georgia-line-donates-10-000-to-musicares-multiple-cma-ama-aca-nominees-reveal-track-list-for-here-s-to-the-good-times-this-is-how-we-roll-deluxe-version-of-platinum-standout-debut-album-available-on-11-25

Austin Webb To Make Grand Ole Opry Debut Nov. 9

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(Nashville, Tenn. – Nov. 1, 2013) Streamsound recording artist and Country music newcomer Austin Webb will make his Grand Ole Opry debut Saturday, Nov. 9 at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn. Webb will perform during the Opry At The Ryman shows, scheduled for 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. The evening’s lineup includes performances by Holly Williams, Sam Palladio, Del McCoury Band, Sons of Fathers and more.  Tickets are available for purchase at Opry.com.  The Opry can be heard on 650 WSM-AM, SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio, and Opry.com. “Being asked to perform at the Grand Ole Opry is the highest honor I’ve ever known,” said Webb. “I’m blessed, humbled and grateful to have this opportunity.” Austin Webb is signed to Streamsound Records, the Nashville-based label founded by Grammy award-winning producer Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Sugarland) and Jim Wilkes.  The newcomer’s current single, “Slip On By,” is at Country radio and is #45 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.  The song is a sentimental ballad that stresses the value of time and not living in regret. This harmonious tune plucks on the heartstrings of growing older and emphasizes the importance of not letting time “slip on by.”  Country Weekly named Webb as “One To Watch in 2013,” and he is currently featured as the “Who’s New” artist in the Nov. 4 issue of the magazine. The Greenville, S.C. native’s music straddles the line between the two genres he grew up listening to most: Country and Soul.  Citing influences like Joe Cocker, Otis Redding, Bill Withers, Guy Clark, Bob Dylan and Townes Van Zandt. For more information on Austin Webb, visit www.AustinWebbMusic.com and follow him on Twitter and Facebook.   Read more at AristoPR!

Darius Rucker Reveals 2014 True Believers Tour Featuring Eli Young Band with Special Guest David Nail

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U.S. Tour to commence January 29, 2014 in Champaign, Ill. – March 9, 2014 in Loveland, Colo. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 4, 2013) – It’s been a record year for Darius Rucker. Arguably one of the most applauded singles of the year, “Wagon Wheel” has helped the platinum-selling entertainer earn multiple nominations from the CMA and ACA Awards. Fans of his third chart-topping country album, True Believers, can catch Rucker out on the road next year performing nationwide, featuring the Eli Young Band with special guest David Nail. The tour will kick off January 29, 2014 in Champaign, Ill. at State Farm Center with tickets going on sale beginning Nov. 15. An exclusive pre-sale will be available beginning Nov. 7 on dariusrucker.com. Rucker is teaming up with Tickets-for-Charity and CMT One Country to offer premium seats to benefit the USO and Pattison’s Academy — available exclusively at www.ticketsforcharity.com. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette calls Rucker’s live show “a killer set,” and The Morning Call hails him as “the best male performer in country music right now.”   Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/dariusrucker/540-darius-rucker-reveals-2014-true-believers-tour-featuring-eli-young-band-with-special-guest-david-nail-

COREY SMITH DEBUTS NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR “AIN’T GOING OUT TONIGHT”; First Look Online Slated Across VEVO Today (11/5)

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NASHVILLE, TN (November 5, 2013) – Corey Smith will debut the brand new music video for his infectious single “Ain’t Going Out Tonight” today (11/5). The first look online and on apps is slated across VEVO, the world’s leading all-premium music video and entertainment platform. Throughout the lively video, the rising singer-songwriter shows his playful side. Shot in Corey’s hometown of Jefferson, GA, the video for “Ain’t Going Out Tonight” features fun scenes of a young man imagining what could have happened if he decided to go out that night with his buddies but chooses to stay home with his lady instead. Director Hodges Usry reinforces the good-humored moments with cuts of Corey writing and performing the song. Find out more straight from the source! http://www.sweettalkpublicity.com/index.php/news/39-corey-smith/163-corey-smith-debuts-new-music-video-for-ain-t-going-out-tonight-first-look-online-slated-across-vevo-today-11-5

ERIC CHURCH REVEALS “THE OUTSIDERS” ALBUM ART AND RELEASE DATE

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New Single and Album Title Track to Be Performed on Wednesday’s “47th Annual CMA Awards” on ABC NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013) – One of music’s most electrifying entertainers and prolific songwriters, EMI Records Nashville’s Eric Church, has finally set the date for his fourth studio album, the aptly titled, THE OUTSIDERS, for Feb. 11, 2014. The release is the follow-up to his CMA and ACM Album of the Year, CHIEF, which has gone on to sell over 1.5 million records and produce two No. 1 singles, “Drink In My Hand” and “Springsteen” and three Top 10 hits since it’s June 2011 release. Starting Wednesday November 6, fans can pre-order an exclusive album bundle directly from www.ericchurch.com, which includes THE OUTSIDERS physical album and exclusive merchandise including: T-Shirt, sticker, and/or a leather cuff bracelet. To go direct to the pre-order page, visit http://smarturl.it/ECTheOutsiders.   Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/ericchurch/543–eric-church-reveals-the-outsiders-album-art-and-release-date

QUICKEN LOANS TO BECOME THE PRESENTING SPONSOR OF GEORGE STRAIT’S THE COWBOY RIDES AWAY TOUR 2014

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 05, 2013) — Quicken Loans Inc., the nation’s largest online mortgage lender, today announced it will be the presenting sponsor for the final leg of George Strait’s The Cowboy Rides Away Tour 2014. Quicken Loans joins a highly successful tour, where 16 tour stops are completely sold out and only four more venues have yet to release tickets for sale. Strait’s highly anticipated show at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena sold out within six minutes of going on sale Friday, Oct. 25. “It is an absolute honor to sponsor George Strait’s final tour,” said Jay Farner, Quicken Loans President and Chief Marketing Officer. “George means so much to country music fans everywhere, and we can’t wait to help him create a concert experience of a lifetime for those who have supported him for so many years. Plus, we’re hoping he refers some of his ‘ex’s in Texas’ to us for a mortgage.”   Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/georgestrait/545-quicken-loans-to-become-presenting-sponsor-of-george-straits-the-cowboy-rides-away-tour-2014

CHASE RICE REMAINS INDEPENDENT AMID MULTIPLE MAJOR-LABEL OFFERS

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RPM hired for radio promotion; Sony Music Entertainment’s RED and Thirty Tigers to handle distribution for Rice’s Ready Set Roll NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Oct. 28, 2013) – Chase Rice has hired RPM to handle radio promotion for his new EP Ready Set Roll, in addition to employing Sony Music Entertainment’s RED and Thirty Tigers to handle distribution. The digital version of Ready Set Roll was released October 15 on Rice’s own Dack Janiels label in partnership with newly formed T8 Records, a label launched by Triple 8 Management and headed by Bruce Kalmick and George Couri. T8 will handle all label activities in conjunction with RED and Thirty Tigers. “Chase is at the forefront of a new movement in country music, and Triple 8 will continue to provide a welcoming atmosphere for evolution and improvement for our clients,” says Kalmick. “RPM has a tremendous team from top to bottom, given their many years of experience and commitment to servicing our country radio partners. They are some of the best promotion professionals on Music Row. It was a no-brainer to add them to the Chase Rice team.”  

Travis Tritt’s “High Time For Gettin’ Down” Brings People to Dance Floors Across the Country

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Dance Club Community Reacts To Travis Tritt’s “High Time For Gettin’ Down” (October 29, 2013 – Nashville, Tenn.) – Nashville-based venue marketing company, Marco Club Connection, has released Travis Tritt’s high-energy song, “High Time For Gettin’ Down” to country dance clubs across the United States. Released to nearly 240 venues and dance instructors across the country, the song has already proven to be a success with DJs adding the song into rotation on their playlists and instructors taking the dance to educate venue patrons on how to ‘get down’ to “High Time For Gettin’ Down.” The track has inspired choreographers and dance instructors to create line dances, including one by choregrapher Donna Manning, which can be seen here. Dance sheets for the song are currently being produced and will be made available available for fans to download at www.MarcoClubConnection.com. “When I heard the track for the first time, I instantly knew it would be a success within the dance club marketplace. The song’s traditional country feel made it perfect for an east coast swing, a jive, or even a single step swing,” said Marco Club Connection Venue Specialist, Bianca Valentino. Club owners and instructors are also speaking out about the song and the reaction they are already receiving. “Tried out ‘High Time For Gettin’ Down’ with my group today and they went nuts,” said Patti Nivens, a choreographer/line dance instructor from New Jersey. “They were up on their feet in no time.” Bronco Jim, a DJ from Keelersville Club in Pennsylvania added, “I’ve always loved this song! The crowd just loves it and I put it in high rotation right away. It is great for my club.” The track, along with Tritt’s new album The Calm After…, is available for purchase on iTunes. Special merchandise for the song will also be created and available through www.TravisTritt.com in the coming months.      

J.T. Hodges to star in Hallmark movie “FINDING CHRISTMAS”

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Country Music star JT Hodges will star in a new made-for-television holiday movie. The sultry Country Music artist who has already caught the eye of Music City Nashville, award-winning producers, the ACM’s and People Magazine will debut his acting skills in the Hallmark Channel Original Holiday movie, “Finding Christmas” which premieres on the network on Sunday, December 15, 2013 at 8pm EST. In conjunction with the network television movie, JT Hodges will also release a modern country take on the classic holiday song “Joy to the World” on Tuesday, November 5, 2013 via iTunes. The movie is part of Hallmark Channel’s popular “Countdown to Christmas” programming campaign. Find out more directly from Show Dog Universal!