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Kenny Chesney Goin’ Coastal 2011

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Goin’ Coastal 2011 Tour Featuring Uncle Kracker, Billy Currington, Zac Brown Band, and Kenny Chesney! I was very fortunate to be in the audience during the Goin’ Coastal 2011 Tour this past Saturday in Kansas City, Mo at the Arrowhead Stadium. My main reason for my 5 1/2 hour drive was to review Billy Currington’s show, but due to a miscommunication with a publicist I was unable catch his performance (along with the other artists excluding Chesney). After a short melt-down and pouting session, I decided to make the best of it and enjoy what was left of the show. I have always liked Kenny Chesney’s songs, but never thought of myself as a diehard fan. I have to say after walking out of that stadium that night I was a Chesney fan. He had non-stop energy, sang his heart out, and had a huge smile on his face the entire time. There was great interaction between the artist and his loyal fans. What impressed me the most, and has impressed me by all artists I have seen this summer, is their commitment through the scorching heat! During his sweaty performance he sang “Summertime“, “When The Sun Goes Down“, “I Go Back“, “Big Star“, “Don’t Happen Twice“, “There Goes My Life“, “Somewhere With You“, “No Shoes No Shirt No Problems“, “Boys Of Fall“, “Everybody Wants To Go To Heaven“, “We Went Out Last Night“, “She Thinks My Tractor’s Sexy“, his latest single “You And Tequila“, plus many, many more! That night happened to be Zac Brown’s birthday and turned out to be a special treat for us. Just when the crowd thought Kenny was done for the night, he came back out and not alone. He presented Zac with a proper sized birthday drink and led the thousands of fans in a Happy Birthday tune. The two, along with both their bands proceeded to entertain us for another thirty minutes. They sang a couple Alabama songs which included an out of this world performance by the two fiddle players (obviously my favorite part of the entire evening), “Knee Deep“, and “The Joker” by the Steve Miller Band. It was a fantastic show that I only wish I could have seen more of. Billy Currington was truly missed by me and more of Zac Brown Band would have been a cherry on top of the phenomenal show! The tour still has plenty of stops to go, so get your tickets now!

Matt Stillwell’s Shinefest 2011

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Troy & Sons Distillers Presents Matt Stillwell’s Shinefest 2011! This year’s Shinefest 2011 will take place August 19-21 (Friday-Sunday) in Western North Carolina. Matt Stillwell’s annual festival is being presented by Troy & Sons Distillers and will be held at the Fontana Village Resort in the Smokey Mountains. Some of Nashville’s best songwriter will take the stage along with Stillwell, Blackberry Smoke, Black Lillies, Jim Lauderdale, and more. “My vision for the festival is to showcase some of the greatest songwriters in Nashville, the creative people behind my career, local and upcoming bands as well as all the musical styles that have influenced me. The festival has grown each year and this year is looking to be bigger than ever.” -Matt Stillwell For those who prefer the outdoors, camping spaces are also available but are sure to be going fast. For more information on the entire event, including VIP packages click here.

Billy Currington New Video

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Billy Currington Love Done Gone Music Video. Billy Currington’s latest single “Love Done Gone” from his album Enjoy Yourself is quite catchy to say the least! The lyrics speak about a relationship that didn’t work out, but leaves no one really fazed. Unlike the majority of break up songs, this one is more like sh*t happens, we were in love now we aren’t, time to move on. The music is very well orchestrated and the brass adds the perfect touch! In this video Currington is strolling down the street, having a great time, laid back, with no cares on his mind. I strongly advise you to watch this, but be warned you have a 94.8% chance of getting “Babadadadada” stuck in your head for the rest of the night. [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d1T0UcsUN0]

Tim McGraw and Dwight Yoakam On Film

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Tim McGraw and Dwight Yoakam Team Up on The Big Screen! Tim McGraw and Dwight Yoakam will star in the upcoming film release “Dirty Girl” which hits theaters Friday, August 5th. The film is set in 1987, and chronicles the story of a young Oklahoma girl, Danielle played by Juno Temple, with a reputation for being promiscuous runs away from home with pal Clarke, played by Jeremy Dozier, to find the father she never knew. The film is definitely a comedy, definitely irreverent, but also a little heart-warming as well! You can check out McGraw and Yoakam in the preview below, and decide whether or not you’ll be making the trek to the theater or wait for the DVD. Check Out The Preview Here! [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AbdCLYffKng]

Randy Houser Is Engaged

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Randy Houser Is Making It Official and Gettin’ Hitched. Randy Houser, known for hits like “Boots On” and “Anything Goes“, recently announced his engagement to fellow singer-songwriter Jessa Lee Yantz. Apparently, the cat was let out of the bag by Jessa’s sister, Alicia, who reportedly tweeted a congratulations to her sis. This prompted fans to ask Houser if he was gettin’ hitched! Randy made an official announcement to People magazine in response. “I had no idea anyone would care that I’m engaged. But I want to thank everyone for their outreach and support regarding the news of our engagement. I finally found the person that I can’t be without.” Randy Houser Beyond this, the only details Houser has shared so far is that the couple are planning a small destination wedding in the Dominican Republic. Congrats Randy and Jessa!

Trace Adkins Added to CMA TV Special Line-Up

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Trace Adkins Included in Already Packed Line-Up for CMA Music Festival TV Special. Trace Adkins has joined the line-up of star-studded performances for the 2011 CMA Music Festival TV special, CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock. The special airs on August 14th(shifted from its original air date of August 7th) on ABC at 8pm(ET). As previously reported, the musical television event will feature footage from the 2011 Festival at LP Field in Nashville, TN as well as a performance line-up including Lauren Alaina, Jason Aldean, Sara Evans, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Scotty McCreery, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Reba, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Sugarland, Taylor Swift, Keith Urban, Zac Brown, Dierks Bentley, Little Big Town, and now Trace Adkins. This television special allows fans the opportunity to enjoy the iconic CMA Music Festival from the comfort of their home (and air conditioning!), but for those die-hard fans who have to be in the thick of the action, tickets for the 2012 CMA Music Festival are already on sale! So, you better act quick!

Reba McEntire Performs at Brickyard 400

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Reba Plus Other Big Machine Artists Set to Perform at Brickyard 400. Reba McEntire along with fellow Big Machine Label Group artists Rascal Flatts, The Band Perry and others are performing at the 2011 Brickyard 400 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Sunday, July 31st from 9am to shortly after 1pm. Big Machine Records is the presenting sponsor of the race, so it makes complete sense that they would offer up some of their best for the pre-race entertainment. The label’s president, Scott Borchetta, is a long time supporter of racing, and the label actually sponsored the winning car in this year’s Indianapolis 500. Newbie Thomas Rhett kicks off the performances followed by The Band Perry, Brantley Gilbert, and Justin Moore. Reba performs “America the Beautiful” before Rascal Flatts finishes up the performances with their personalized rendition of the national anthem. At the close of the musical performances, Borchetta has the honor of waving the green flag marking the start of the races. This is sure to be a fun Sunday event for racing and country enthusiasts (not always exclusive!) alike!

Top 10 Songs Of Summer

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The 10 Best Songs To Listen To While Dealing With The Heat! Here they are, the top 10 songs I encourage you to listen to while sweating your life away! They are all happy, festive songs that are sure to put a smile on your face or at least a drink in your hand! Enjoy! 1. “Chattahoochee” – Alan Jackson 2. “Redneck Yacht Club” – Craig Morgan 3. “The Seashores Of Old Mexico” – George Strait 4. “No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems” – Kenny Chesney 5. “Long Hot Summer Days” – Turnpike Troubadours 6. “Toes” – Zac Brown Band 7. “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” – Jake Owen 8. “Stays In Mexico” – Toby Keith 9. “Barefoot And Crazy” – Jack Ingram 10. “Two Pina Coladas” – Garth Brooks

Guy Clark Releases New Album

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Guy Clark Releases Another Masterpiece, “Songs and Stories”! Guy Clark is a living legend and at the age of 69 he is releasing yet another album. “Songs And Stories” was recorded at the Belcourt Theater in Nashville, Tennessee. It is something you don’t see very much, a “story” being a track on an album, but if anyone can pull it off Clark can. The setting was very laid back and intimate, and felt more like he was sitting around a kitchen table at 3 am with some friends. This live album is jam-packed with his previous hits and the kind of stories that you’ve always wanted to hear from a wise man like Clark. Songs And Stories will be released August 16 on Dualtone Music Group. Track Listing 1. Introduction 2. L.A. Freeway 3. Story: Sometimes They Come Easy 4. Maybe I Can Paint Over That 5. Story: Townes’ Road Keets 6. If I Needed You 7. The Cape 8. Homegrown Tomatoes 9. Shawn and Verlon 10. Story: The Legend Of Sis Draper 11. Sis Draper 12. Magnolia Wind 13. Story: I’m From Greasy Bend 14. Darwettia’s Mandolin 15. Story: Hang In There 16. Joe Walker’s Mare 17. A Nod To Rodney Crowell 18. Stuff That Works 19. Out In The Parkin’ Lot 20. Intro: Randall Knife 21. The Randall Knife 22. Curtain Call For The Cast 23. Dublin Blues

Toby Keith Made In America Video

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Toby Keith Released His New Music Video For Made In America! Toby Keith is known for his rocking, patriotic tunes and his latest single keeps that familiarity rolling. We first saw “Made In America” on the CMT Awards in June and have been singing along since. Although some might say previous songs like “American Ride” and “Courtesy Of The Red White And Blue” were too brash (I disagree), “Made In America” takes a different turn. It is a song about a man who just seems to have a lot of American pride, and I find nothing wrong with that. The single is now available on iTunes and we hope to see an entire album very soon. [youtube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaAF_3WMJGM]