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Robert Earl Keen Scores Big On Billboard’s Year-End 2015 Charts

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ROBERT EARL KEEN SCORES BIG IN 2015 ON THE BILLBOARD CHARTS AND ON THE ROAD Nashville, Tenn. (December 22, 2015) – Acclaimed Americana Recording Artist and Award-Winning Songwriter Robert Earl Keen received high honors this year for his first-ever bluegrass album, Happy Prisoner: The Bluegrass Sessions, released in early 2015. The album reached No. 1 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart. The album’s “Footprints in the Snow” charted at No.2 on the Roots Music Report’s Top 50 Bluegrass Songs chart and Happy Prisoner: The Bluegrass Sessions charted as the Top 5 album at Americana Radio. Keen is rounding out the year on Billboard’s 2015 year-end charts with rankings at No. 2 on the Bluegrass Artists chart and No. 2 on the Bluegrass Albums chart for Happy Prisoner: The Bluegrass Sessions. Robert Earl Keen is wrapping his 2015 130+ city tour performing before sold out crowds across the country including those at Nashville’s iconic Ryman Auditorium, Austin City Limits Moody Theater and the legendary Texas Dance Hall, John T. Floore Country Store, where he celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the live recording of his #2 Live Dinner album. Keen is currently finishing up his annual crowd-pleasing Merry Christmas from the Fam-O-Lee Holiday Tour featuring the talented singer-songwriter and company playing unique renditions of holiday classics and Keen’s biggest hits including songs from Happy Prisoner: The Bluegrass Sessions and the iconic track, “Merry Christmas From The Fam-O-Lee.” Robert Earl Keen has received raves from press for Happy Prisoner: The Bluegrass Sessions in 2015. Coverage highlights include Texas Monthly July cover with longtime friend and periodic co-writer Lyle Lovett, Good Day LA, Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone Country, New York Times, Texas Music magazine, Country Weekly, Bluegrass Unlimited, Bluegrass Situation, No Depression and a feature performance on the PBS special, Bluegrass Underground. Robert Earl Keen opens up about his music career, songwriting and more in upcoming issues of Acoustic Guitar Magazine and International Musician Magazine. LINKS: Website: www.robertearlkeen.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/robertearlkeen Twitter: twitter.com/RobertearlKeen1 ABOUT ROBERT EARL KEEN: Texas native Robert Earl Keen has been performing music for almost three decades. He has released 19 full-length albums. Over a career that spans more than three decades, Robert Earl Keen has carved out a place in the Lone Star pantheon of incisive, novelistic writers, alongside Townes Van Zandt, Steve Earle and Guy Clark. Rolling Stone has called him a “master storyteller,” and The New York Times’ Jon Pareles wrote, “Texas seems to breed down-home philosophers, and Mr. Keen is one of the best.” He has the honor of working with music legends like George Strait, Lyle Lovett, Dave Matthews, Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffet, Nanci Griffith and others, and was inducted into the Texas Heritage Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2012. In 2015, Robert Earl Keen was recognized as the first recipient of BMI’s official Troubadour Award that honors songwriters for their endless and outstanding song-writing creativity. He also participated in the prestigious “Grammys On The Hill” where he sang the National Anthem at the opening ceremony and performed Continue reading Robert Earl Keen Scores Big On Billboard’s Year-End 2015 Charts→

COUNTRY MUSIC LEGEND JOHN ANDERSON CLOSES OUT 2015 IN ROLLING STONE’S "40 BEST COUNTRY ALBUMS OF 2015"

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COUNTRY MUSIC LEGEND JOHN ANDERSON CLOSES OUT 2015 IN ROLLING STONE’S “40 BEST COUNTRY ALBUMS OF 2015” The Boot Spotlights Video for Latest Single, “Don’t Forget to Thank the Lord” NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 23, 2015) – In his illustrious career, Country legend John Anderson has been honored with ACM and CMA awards, topped the charts multiple times and created a legacy that continues to grow. In the heels of the 40th Anniversary since releasing his debut single, Anderson shows no signs of slowing down with his latest album, Goldmine. The hit project was recently named one of Rolling Stone’s “40 Best Country Albums of 2015,” with Anderson also securing ink this year on Billboard.com, NASH Country Weekly, The Boot, Roughstock and many more. [bctt tweet=”@JohnAnderson releases new video on @thebootdotcom for latest single plus featured on @RScountry”] The latest radio single from Goldmine, “Don’t Forget to Thank the Lord,” continues its climb up the charts, with The Boot premiering a special performance video. Watch as Anderson delivers a breathtaking performance of the inspirational tune. The performance is from the 21st Annual Inspirational Faith, Family & Country Awards, which took place in October in Nashville, Tennessee. “Thanks to The Boot for showcasing this video” said a humble John Anderson. “I hope all the listeners and viewers enjoy this special and unique song.” As 2015 comes to a close, Anderson will set his sights on an even bigger 2016. The “Swingin’” singer will hit the ground running in the first quarter, bringing his traditional sound to audiences throughout North America. Get your Goldmine: Amazon iTunes johnanderson.com John Anderson On Tour: Jan 13 – Yuma, AZ – The Palms RV Resort Jan 16 – Laughlin, NV – Avi Resort & Casino Jan 21 – Shelby, NC – Don Gibson Theatre Jan 22 – Rocky Mount, VA – Harvester Performance Center Jan 23 – Greensboro, NC – Carolina Theater Feb 20 – Bremen, GA – Mill Town Music Hall Mar 12 – West Palm Beach, FL – South Florida Fair Apr 22 – Effingham, IL – Effingham Performance Center About John Anderson: Raised in Apopka, Fla., Anderson was exposed to both rock and traditional country growing up and, as incendiary rock outfits like Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and Lynyrd Skynyrd honed their chops around him, learned to love (and play) both types of music. But Anderson resisted the call of rock ‘n roll, electing rather to pursue his country music dreams. It was the traditional country ballads that lured him in and changes music history, songs like Porter Waggoner’s “Green, Green Grass of Home.” Anderson moved to Nashville in 1972, working construction by day (including as a roofer at the Grand Ole Opry House) and playing the honky-tonks at night. He signed to Warner Bros. in 1977, and notching his first major hit in 1980 with Billy Jo Shaver’s “I’m Just an Old Chunk of Coal (But I’m Gonna Be a Diamond Someday).” Other hits, including the classic “Wild and Blue” in 1982, Continue reading COUNTRY MUSIC LEGEND JOHN ANDERSON CLOSES OUT 2015 IN ROLLING STONE’S "40 BEST COUNTRY ALBUMS OF 2015"→

BIG & RICH RELEASE "LOVIN’ LATELY" FEATURING TIM MCGRAW AS LATEST SINGLE FROM GRAVITY

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BIG & RICH RELEASE “LOVIN’ LATELY” FEATURING TIM MCGRAW AS LATEST SINGLE FROM GRAVITY The Gravity Quadrilogy Video Starring McGraw Featured on CMT.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. (December 23, 2015) – Nearly 12 years after the release of their debut single, Country chart-topping duo Big & Rich continue to hit new highs with their latest album, Gravity. They look to build upon their current momentum with the upcoming single, “Lovin’ Lately” featuring Tim McGraw. The song is accompanied by the video starring McGraw, which is part of The Gravity Quadrilogy video series. Fans can check out the Trey Fanjoy directed video now, which was recently spotlighted by CMT.com. “Lovin’ Lately” is the follow-up to the smash hits “Look at You” and “Run Away With You,” also from Gravity. For the first time in their storied career, the duo snagged back-to-back Top Ten singles on Country radio. Their larger-than-life personalities and unique vocal style has helped to propel them as one of the most in-demand acts in the genre. The multi-platinum recording superstars will close out their monumental year on December 29, where they will kick off the Battle of the Bands at the Annual Franklin American Mortgage Music City bowl in Nashville. Big & Rich will hit the road in 2016 for several upcoming shows throughout North America, beginning with the IntelliCentrics Outdoor Concert Series and NHL Fan Fair™ presented by Bridgestone during the 2016 Honda NHL® All-Star festivities in Nashville on January 28. Big & Rich On Tour: Dec 29 – Nashville, TN – Battle of the Bands Jan 28 – Nashville, TN – NHL All Star Kick-Off Mar 04 – Plant City, FL – Strawberry Festival Apr 29 – Live Oak, FL – Suwannee River Jam Jun 05 – Virginia Beach, VA – Patriotic Festival Jun 10 – Mountain Dale, NY – Taste of Country Festival Jun 11 – Winsted, MN – Winstock Country Music Jun 25 – Philadelphia, PA – Lincoln Financial Field Learn more at bigandrich.com   Get GRAVITY: Amazon Google Play iTunes bigandrich.com About Big & Rich: Big & Rich is comprised of Big Kenny and NBC’s “The Celebrity Apprentice” winner John Rich. The multi-platinum hit duo have garnered multiple Grammy, ACM, CMA and CMT Music Award nominations. The first single, “Look At You,” from their latest studio album, Gravity, smashed into the top 10 on the Country chart. The follow-up single, “Run Away With You,” kept the momentum rolling, also hitting the top 10. The Country superstars’ first studio album, Horse of a Different Color, includes their hit infectious single, “Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy).” Other hits include “Comin’ to Your City,” “8th of November” and their No. 1 hit, “Lost in this Moment.” Meanwhile, “Comin’ to Your City” is nearing a decade as the theme song for ESPN’s “College GameDay.

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→

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→