Eric Church Album Caught In The Act Live Details

Eric Church To Release His First-Ever Live Album, Caught In The Act, This Spring. Eric Church will release a 17-track live album, Caught In The Act: Live, on Tuesday, April 9. The album will feature songs from Sinners Like Me, Carolina, and his CMA Award-winning 2011 release, CHIEF. The album will be available for purchase on iTunes and in stores nationwide. The album was recorded at Chattanooga’s Tivoli Theatre in October 2012 and is Church’s first live recording. A double gatefold vinyl version of the record will also be made available on National Record Store Day, Saturday, April 20. The package will include four additional tracks and a special whiskey-infused 7-inch. This is a no-brainer purchase for a Church fan like myself! Having been to many, many of his shows, listening to this will surely take me back to some very happy times! Caught In The Act Track Listing: 1.) “Before She Does” (3:46) 2.) “How ‘Bout You” (4:24) 3.) “Drink In My Hand” (4:51) 4.) “Over When It’s Over” (2:57) 5.) “I’m Gettin’ Stoned” (5:27) 6.) “Creepin’” (4:45) 7.) “Keep On” (2:52) 8.) “Hungover & Hard Up” (3:33) 9.) “Sinners Like Me” (4:22) 10.) “Country Music Jesus” (3:49) 11.) “Pledge Allegiance To The Hag” (4:54) 12.) “Jack Daniels” (6:03) 13.) “Homeboy” (4:40) 14.) “Lotta Boot Left To Fill” (4:21) 15.) “Smoke A Little Smoke” (5:14) 16.) “These Boots” (3:43) 17.) “Springsteen” (9:27)

2012 CMA Awards Live Recap

MissMolly’s Run Down of the 2012 CMA Awards Live! Like most country music fans, I typically snuggle up to my couch to watch the CMA Awards! Well, this year, I had the chance to get up close and personal with the 2012 CMA Awards and experience the show live from the Bridgestone Arena. I had a really great seat with a really great view (I wasn’t close enough to touch anyone, but there’s always next year!!), and I gotta tell you that the television just doesn’t do this amazing show justice! I’ve heard a lot of reports via Twitter and Facebook from other country music fans expressing disappointment in sound quality and the performances. I’m super bummed to hear those sorts of things because it was a terrific live show! So, I want to give y’all a peak into the live experience and share with you my top moments from the night that probably didn’t translate or maybe weren’t shown at all! Country Chat: Share your thoughts below! What did you think of the show? What were your favorite moments? MissMolly’s 2012 CMA Awards Live Top Moments! 1. Feel the Heat! Zac Brown tweeted it and I totally agree, but we don’t think that the badassery of the Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Eric Church opening performance was fully expressed through the television screen. Seriously, when those flames went up on the back of the stage, I could feel the heat, and honestly, it startled me a bit. Jason, Luke, and Eric are a phenomenal combo, and I have a whole new appreciation for that song now (“The Only Way I Know” off his Night Train album). 2. Miranda Lambert’s Performance. As you probably know, Miranda won Female Vocalist of the Year, and she really proved her worth in her performance last night. It what was one of the best outfits of the night, she was some kind of spitfire on stage! Running around, jumping, dancing, she was full of energy, and that energy could be felt in the crowd. I’ve seen Lambert perform live before, and there really is just something about her, and last night, she was on the top of her game and more! 3. Reba McEntire’s Yesteryear CMA Performance Clip. Now this is one thing I know for sure that television audiences don’t have the chance to enjoy, but during the commercial breaks clips from CMA Awards performances from the 80’s and 90’s (and I think a couple from the 70’s?) would play! The absolute best moment was when they showed a clip of Reba. During the commercial breaks the audience would typically get up and mill about, but when this clip was playing everyone was watching and clapping and cheering! It was made even more special considering that Reba was in the room with us sitting on the front row!! 4. The Acceptance Speeches! I didn’t realize until last night just how tight knit the country music community really is! There is such a camaraderie and Continue reading 2012 CMA Awards Live Recap

2012 CMA Awards Drinking Game

Shot of Country Special Edition: Join In The Country Music News Blog 2012 CMA Awards Drinking Game! The 2012 CMA Awards are hitting Nashville Thursday, November 1st, and I will be front and center covering the show live! It’s not fair for me to have all the fun though! So, for the CMNB Team members and all our country music fans/readers that will be watching the awards from the comfort of their living room, we’ve devised a little drinking game that we think will add to the experience! From cowboy hats to Carrie Underwood‘s wardrobe changes to Luke Bryan‘s rhinestones to Brad Paisley‘s jokes, we’ve got plenty of opportunities for you to take a sip, a swig, or a shot! So, grab your drink of choice and see if you can keep up! Cheers! 2012 CMA Awards Drinking Game: [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1QLSSlJy4U]

Eric Church Creepin Official Video

Eric Church Debuts New Video for Creepin! Country music news blog favorite, Eric Church, debuted his brand new video for single “Creepin“, Friday, September 14th exclusively via Rolling Stone! Lucky for everyone else, the video is now available on multiple platforms for your viewing pleasure! Eric is one of CMNB’s favorite artists for a lot of different reasons. He is always authentic and relatable. He’s a fantastic storyteller and musician. Most importantly, he consistently releasing albums that are well-written and well-performed, solid projects! So, it should come as no surprise that the music video for “Creepin” is well-made and original, featuring cool costumes, an interesting story and creative transportation. I’m not giving away anything more than that…so tune in below to figure out what I’m going on about! WATCH Eric Church “Creepin” Official Music Video Now!

Eric Church Talks About CMA Nominations

Eric Church Reacts To His 5 CMA Nominations. Eric Church had no idea he would lead the pack of contenders with the most nominations for the 2012 CMA Awards. Following his first-ever CMA nomination for New Artist of the Year at last year’s awards show, Church received a total of five nominations this year including: Male Vocalist of the Year, Album of the Year (CHIEF), Single of The Year (“Springsteen”), Song of the Year (“Springsteen”), and Music Video of the Year (“Springsteen”). While swimming in the Gulf of Mexico on vacation this past week, Church lost his cell phone and had no way to be informed he’d even been nominated at all. However, when he returned to Nashville his management whisked him away to their office, projected the press release from the CMA on an oversized screen in his manager John Peets’ office, and waited for his reaction. “I really don’t even know what to say! I’m still a little bit in shock… I’m truly speechless. I think it’s a testament to the fans that believed in the music… loved the music… and told people about the music because otherwise we don’t really have the track record to be the most nominated at this point in our career. I think that it’s truly because of the fans… they did something I think is going to be judged as pretty special.” -Church In order to thank them for all of their support over the years, Church created a special video address that went out to Church Choir members exclusively on Wednesday. On Sept. 13, Church will kick off the fall leg of The Blood, Sweat & Beers Tour in Amherst, MA and will release his first-ever live album in 2013.

Eric Church Live Album And Contest

Eric Church Set To Release His First Ever Live Album In 2013. Eric Church’s fall leg of his arena headlining tour, The Blood, Sweat & Beers Tour, kicks off Sept. 13. Along with that excitement, Church has revealed his plans for an early 2013 live album release. For his first-ever live album, Church will record back-to-back shows in Chattanooga, Tenn. at Tivoli Theatre on Oct. 8-9, 2012. In honor of the forthcoming release, Church wants to know what about his music first ‘captured’ his fans’ attention and is hosting the “Captured” video contest, encouraging everyone to show him visually how his music has impacted them and why. Always a believer in creating music that resonates with his listeners, he wants to hear his fans’ real stories. Folks can visit www.EricChurch.com to share the moment they first became enthralled with his music via video entry for a chance to win two tickets to the live album taping, a one-night hotel stay, and a VIP prize package including a meet and greet with Church. Videos must be submitted by Sept. 12. Church will announce his top 10 personal favorite videos on Sept. 17 before the polls open to fans for the final vote. The “Captured” grand prize winner will be announced Sept. 26.

2012 CMA Nominees Announced!

Nominees for the 2012 Country Music Association Awards were announced this morning and Eric Church takes the lead! With FIVE nominations on his tally, Eric Church stands to make a clean sweep at this years CMA Awards. The awards, hosted by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, will be broadcast live on ABC Thursday, November 1st. And now for th complete list of nominees: 2012 CMA Nominees: Entertainer of the Year Jason Aldean Kenny Chesney Brad Paisley Blake Shelton Taylor Swift 2012 CMA Nominees: Album of the Year Eric Church – Chief Miranda Lambert – Four the Record Dierks Bentley – Home Lady Antebellum – Own the Night Luke Bryan – Tailgates & Tanlines 2012 CMA Nominees: Male Vocalist of the Year Jason Aldean Luke Bryan Eric Church Blake Shelton Keith Urban 2012 CMA Nominees: Female Vocalist of the Year Kelly Clarkson Miranda Lambert Martina McBride Taylor Swift Carrie Underwood 2012 CMA Nominees: Vocal Group of the Year Eli Young Band Lady Antebellum Little Big Town The Band Perry Zac Brown Band 2012 CMA Nominees: Musician of the Year Sam Bush (mandolin) Paul Franklin (steel guitar) Dann Huff (guitar) Brent Mason (guitar) Mac McAnally (guitar) 2012 CMA Nominees: Single of the Year “Dirt Road Anthem” – Jason Aldean “God Gave Me You” – Blake Shelton “Home” – Dierks Bentley “Pontoon” – Little Big Town “Springsteen” – Eric Church 2012 CMA Nominees: Song of the Year “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” – Eli Young Band “God Gave Me You” – Blake Shelton “Home” – Dierks Bentley “Over You” – Miranda Lambert “Springsteen” – Eric Church 2012 CMA Nominees: Musical Event of the Year “Dixie Highway” – Alan Jackson and Zac Brown “Feel like a Rock Star” – Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw “Roll Me Up” – Wilie Nelson, with Snoop Dogg, Kris Kristofferson and Jamey Johnson “Safe and Sound” – Taylor Swift featuring The Civil Wars “Stuck on You” – Lionel Richie and Darius Rucker 2012 CMA Nominees: Duo of the Year Big & Rich Love and Theft Sugarland The Civil Wars Thompson Square 2012 CMA Nominees: New Artist Lee Brice Brantley Gilbert Hunter Hayes Love and Theft Thompson Square 2012 CMA Nominees: Video of the Year “Come Over” – Kenny Chesney “Over You” – Miranda Lambert “Pontoon” – Little Big Town “Red Solo Cup” – Toby Keith “Springsteen” – Eric Church

Eric Church Celebrates Levon Helm

Eric Church Joins A Talented Line Up To Celebrate The Live Of Levon Helm. Eric church will join some of music’s most talented musicians in celebrating the talent and legacy of the late Levon Helm at the Love For Levon benefit concert. The concert will be held at the Izod Center in Rutherford, NJ on Wednesday, October 3. “I can’t possibly overstate what Levon Helm meant to my music or my life. He was a giant. A man among boys. I miss him personally, but that pales in comparison to how much music will miss his presence.” -Church The event will also feature performances and collaborations by Gregg Allman, Dierks Bentley, Marc Cohn, Patty Griffin, Warren Haynes, John Hiatt, Bruce Hornsby, Jorma Kaukonen, Ray LaMontagne, John Mayer, Robert Randolph, Mavis Staples, Joe Walsh, Lucinda Williams, My Morning Jacket, The Levon Helm Band and more. Tickets go on sale to the general public Wednesday, August 29 at 11 a.m. EDT at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at (800) 745-3000 and at select Ticketmaster locations. Proceeds from the concert will support Levon’s estate and his Midnight Ramble concerts. On September 13 in Amherst, MA, Church will kick-off the fall leg of his headlining arena tour, The Blood, Sweat & Beers Tour. For more information about “Love for Levon,” please visit www.LoveforLevon.com.

Watch Eric Church’s MIXTAPE

Watch Eric Church’s Mini-Movie “MIXTAPE” Here. Here is the mini-movie, MIXTAPE, that was the inspiration for Eric Church’s music video for his #1 hit “Springsteen.” It premiered Saturday on CMT, commercial-free. MIXTAPE was written by Peter Zavadil and Roger Vaughn and produced by Taillight TV. MIXTAPE is a little over 30 minutes long and is well worth your time, so sit back, relax and enjoy!

Eric Church Mini-Movie MIXTAPE

CMT Will Debut The Mini-Movie “MIXTAPE” July 7. Eric Church will reveal the backstory to his hit song and video, “Springsteen,” with the premiere of MIXTAPE on Saturday, July 7 at 10:15 am ET/PT. The 30-minute short film will air commercial-free on CMT and was the basis for his video. MIXTAPE will repeat on Sunday, July 8 at 8:15 am ET/PT and fans can watch it on demand at CMT.com following the network premiere. “I am very excited to share MIXTAPE with everyone. I’ve gotten a lot of questions about the music video, asking about the actors, where did the scenes come from, what did they pertain to? Well, this movie will clear everything up. Peter Zavadil crafted an art representation that adds a whole new emotional element to the song and video. In fact, it essentially inspired the video. I’m honored to show it on CMT.” -Church To go along with the premiere, Church will host an online contest for one lucky fan to win two tickets to see and meet him live on his Blood, Sweat and Beers Tour. Fans must watch to win, making note of the full list of songs and instrumental tracks in order as they appear in MIXTAPE. For rules and details on how to enter, visit Church’s website HERE or his Facebook page. (Hint: Fans will hear a never-before-released track) MIXTAPE was written by Peter Zavadil and Roger Vaughn, and produced by Taillight TV. Zavadil has worked with Church on several videos in addition to “Springsteen,” including “Drink In My Hand,” “Homeboy,” “Smoke A Little Smoke” and “Two Pink Lines.” Click HERE to watch the video for “Springsteen!”