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Amber Hayes Releases FREE Holiday Track “Uh Oh, Looks Like Snow” To Fans

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Country artist Amber Hayes has released a special holiday track, called “Uh Oh, Looks Like Snow.” The song is currently available as a free download for fans through Hayes’ website and to newsletter subscribers. The fun wintertime tune tells the story of a girl who wishes for a snowstorm so she can stay in and cuddle with her loved one. The upbeat track was co-written by Hayes and Bill DiLuigi. “This time of year is all about giving back,” said Hayes. “My fans have been so supportive, and without them, I would not be able to make a career doing what I love. I want to give back to my fans with this song. Hopefully, it will put a smile on their face.” This holiday season, fans can also see Amber Hayes in the major motion film “Cowgirls N’ Angels,” which is scheduled to air on the Starz network starting Dec. 4.  The movie features three of Hayes’ songs, including her 2010 Top 40 Music Row single, “C’mon,” which can be heard in the “Cowgirls N’ Angels” preview trailer here.  Hayes plays a honky tonk singer in the film and performs the song as part of a prominent line dancing scene.  Also included is “Always There For Me,” a previously unreleased duet with Lonestar front man Richie McDonald, who has a cameo as her father in the same scene.  “Right As Rain” is the third Hayes track featured in the film.  All three songs are included on the official “Cowgirls N’ Angels” soundtrack, available on iTunes or Amazon.com. To see when “Cowgirls N’ Angels” will air in your area, click here. The Timothy Armstrong-directed “Cowgirls N’ Angels” stars Oscar-nominated actor James Cromwell (“Babe,” “L.A. Confidential,” “The Green Mile,” “The Artist”) Bailee Madison (“Bridge To Terabithia,” “Brothers,” “Just Go With It”), Alicia Witt (“Friday Night Lights,”  “The Mentalist”) Frankie Faison (“The Silence of the Lambs,” “The Wire”) and Jackson Rathbone (“Twilight” films) among others. “Cowgirls N’ Angels” follows the adventures of young Ida Clayton (Bailee Madison), who joins a group of female rodeo trick riders in a quest to find her real father. Oklahoma native Amber Hayes first broke onto the Country music scene after her starring role as Kathy Twitty in the 2008 Conway Twitty musical, “It’s Only Make Believe.”  Amber released her debut EP C’mon in 2010, landing two Top 40 singles (“C’mon,” “Wait”) on the national MusicRow Country Breakout chart. In October 2012, she released her sophomore album, Any Day Is A Good Day.  Shortly following, Billboard’s The 615 named her as “One To Watch in 2013” and she opened up for one of her biggest musical influences, Reba McEntire, in Durant, Oklahoma.  Amber’s title track of her album, “Any Day Is A Good Day,” scored Amber her first Top 30 record. For more information about Amber, visit www.AmberHayesMusic.com and follow her on Twitter and Facebook.      

Austin Webb Releases Music Video For “Slip On By”

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(Nashville, TN – Dec. 11, 2013) – Streamsound recording artist Austin Webb has released a music video for his Top 40 single, “ Slip On By.” Shot and directed by Stephen Shepherd in Nashville, Tenn., the music video can now be seen on CMT.com, VH1.com, Zuus Country, and other select music video outlets and streaming websites. “I’m really proud of this music video,” commented Webb. “Stephen Shepherd is an amazing talent and really did an incredible job. The cast and crew were eager, energetic and very easy to work with.” “Slip On By” is a sentimental ballad that stresses the value of time and not living in regret. The harmonious tune plucks on the heartstrings of growing older and emphasizes the importance of not letting time ‘slip on by.’ “The story is real and relatable and Shepherd brought the lyrics to life,” Webb added. “The video provides a visual for the story line exactly as I envision it to be.” The single, “Slip On By,” is currently at Country radio and charted Top 40 this week on the Mediabase Country chart. The song marks Webb’s debut Top 40 release. 2013 was a big year for the newcomer. Webb was named by Country Weekly as “ One To Watch in 2013,” and was featured as the “ Who’s New” artist in the Nov. 4 issue of the magazine. The Greenville, S.C. native just recently made his Grand Ole Opry debut and this week, Webb will appear as part of The Country Party on Fremont Street in Las Vegas.  Webb’s appearance will follow the Las Vegas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Wednesday (Dec. 12).  Webb will also make an appearance on OK! Television. The interview will air on stations across the country. Webb is signed to Streamsound Records, the Nashville-based label founded by Grammy award-winning producer Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Sugarland) and veteran industry exec Jim Wilkes. For more information on Austin Webb, visit www.AustinWebbMusic.com and follow him on Twitter and Facebook.  

Jaida Dreyer Reprises Songwriting Role on ABC Hit Television Series, Nashville

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(Nashville, Tenn. – November 20, 2013) – Streamsound recording artist Jaida Dreyer will have another song featured in the hit television series, Nashville, airing on Nov. 20. The song, “Dreams,” will be performed by Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere). Dreyer is no stranger to the music of Nashville, as her track, “This Town,” was featured on the show in late October. “Dreams,” is a haunting ballad of the ongoing struggle many artists face as they achieve their dreams of fame in Music City. “Dreams,” is now available on iTunes here. About Jaida Dreyer: Jaida Dreyer’s debut album, I Am Jaida Dreyer, is produced by Grammy award-winning producer Byron Gallimore (Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Sugarland), and is now available at iTunes and other major digital retailers. The album features a special guest appearance by Sugarland’s Kristian Bush on the track “Boy Who Cried Love,” who co-wrote the song with her.  A talented songwriter in her own right, Jaida was involved in writing or co-writing all of the songs on her debut release. Signed to Streamsound Records, Dreyer is focusing her time on writing and recording new music. For more information on Jaida, and to check out live performances from her radio tour, visit www.JaidaDreyer.com and follow her on Twitter and Facebook.    

GEORGE STRAITANNOUNCES STAR-STUDDED LINEUP FOR FINAL SHOW AT AT&T STADIUM IN ARLINGTON, TEXAS

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Tickets to go on sale at 10:00 AM CST on Friday, December 6 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 19, 2013) – Reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year and “King of Country” George Strait will play his final concert June 7, 2014 at the 100,000-seat capacity AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The show, which is the last date for Quicken Loans Presents George Strait’s The Cowboy Rides Away Tour 2014, will include an all-star lineup of guest artists (performing three songs each) including Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Sheryl Crow, Ronnie Dunn, Vince Gill, Faith Hill, Alan Jackson, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride and Lee Ann Womack. Fittingly, the opening act for Strait’s final concert will be the “Kings of Texas Swing” and six-time Grammy Award-winning group, Asleep At The Wheel. Tickets for the highly-anticipated concert will go on sale to the public Friday, December 6 at 10:00 AM CST and can be purchased via Strait’s official website here. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/georgestrait/555–george-strait-to-bring-it-home-with-star-studded-lineup-for-final-show-at-atat-stadium-in-arlington-texas

Ronnie Dunn Releases “WISH I STILL SMOKED CIGARETTES”

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New song available on iTunes today NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 19, 2013) – Country music fans have been clamoring for new tunes from legendary vocalist Ronnie Dunn, and the superstar artist is delivering with the release of “Wish I Still Smoked Cigarettes” on iTunes today, November 19, 2013. Penned by Luke Laird, Lori McKenna and Barry Dean; the song has already resonated with listeners around the globe, receiving nearly 50,000 impressions since Dunn posted a streaming version of “Wish I Still Smoked Cigarettes” to his social media platforms last week. Click here to download “Wish I Still Smoked Cigarettes” on iTunes. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/ronniedunn/554-ronnie-dunn-offers-up-new-music-with-digital-release-of-wish-i-still-smoked-cigarettes

Tim and Faith on Tour?

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It has just been confirmed that Tim McGraw will join musical icon and 2013 CMA Entertainer of the Year, George Strait, on the May 31, 2014 date of Strait’s The Cowboy Rides Away Tour, with a special appearance by Faith Hill. McGrawFAN, Tim McGraw’s official Fan Club is the place to get pre-sale tickets before they go on sale to the general public. Tickets go on sale this week for this once in a lifetime event this Wednesday, November 20 at 10:00 AM local venue time.

GEORGE STRAIT’S GOLF TOURNAMENT AND AUCTION RAISES RECORD FUNDS

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Third annual fundraiser at Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort & Spa brings in more than $425,000 for Feherty’s Troops First Foundation NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Nov. 12, 2013) – Newly crowned CMA Entertainer of the Year George Strait and Texas businessman Tom Cusick hosted the third annual Vaqueros del Mar Invitational Golf Tournament and Auction at Tapatio Springs Hill Country Resort & Spa in Boerne, Texas on Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November 3. Strait and Cusick, who are joint owners of the resort and spa, first created the fundraiser in November 2011 to support wounded U.S. servicemen and women. This year’s event benefited Feherty’s Troops First Foundation, an organization that provides meaningful assistance to military members who have been wounded serving in Iraq or Afghanistan. The weekend-long event was filled with non-stop excitement, kicking off with a roping competition at Cusick’s exclusive Texas hill country community Estancia at Thunder Valley, just minutes from the resort. Strait participated in the roping event, and Norma Strait and Silvia Cusick made a grand entrance by riding into the rodeo arena on a pair of Texas Longhorn bulls. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/georgestrait/550-george-straits-vaqueros-del-mar-invitational-golf-tournament-and-auction-raises-record-funds-for-military-servicemen-and-women-

KELLY CLARKSON HELPS RAISE OVER $106,000 FOR MUSICIANS ON CALL

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. – On Thursday, Nov. 14, Grammy award-winning artist Kelly Clarkson helped Musicians On Call (MOC) Nashville raise over $106,000, making it the highest-earning single event ever for the branch. In a rare, intimate setting for the superstar, Clarkson performed to a sold-out crowd at Hard Rock Cafe in downtown Nashville for the MOC Nashville sixth anniversary party presented by Citi. “When I first learned about MOC, it appealed to me for so many reasons,” shares Clarkson. “I love how it creates opportunities for musicians to play for kids and bring music to the families who are spending their time, especially during holidays, in the hospitals away from the comfort of their homes.” Clarkson lit up the room with her characteristic charm and to the delight of all concert-goers, she incorporated fan-favorites “Since U Been Gone,” “My Life Would Suck Without You,” “Stronger” and “Behind These Hazel Eyes” in the show, as well as new selections from her latest Christmas album, Wrapped In Red. Wrapped In Red features holiday classics “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” “Silent Night,” “Baby It’s Cold Outside,” Clarkson’s title track, “Wrapped In Red,” plus more originals. Clarkson brought the holiday spirit alive with her Christmas tracks, and delivered a dynamic set true to her genuine and powerful vocal performance reputation. In addition to generously giving her time and talent, Clarkson donated her 2012 American Music Awards performance dress to Hard Rock Cafe for display in its world-famous memorabilia collection in exchange for a $9,000 contribution to MOC Nashville. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/moc/553-kelly-clarkson-helps-raise-over-106000-for-musicians-on-call-in-a-record-breaking-sold-out-sixth-anniversary-celebration

The Toby Keith Foundation To Open Doors To Cost-Free Home For Children With Cancer

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After years of planning and fundraising, The Toby Keith Foundation will officially open their doors to love and hope at OK Kids Korral, a cost-free home away from home for pediatric cancer patients and their families. “We’ve been working on the Korral for 10 years and we’re finally going to open,” said Toby Keith. The Grand Opening Event is set for Thursday, November 21, 2013, with the official ceremony starting at 11:00am. Find out more directly from Show Dog Universal!

Garth Brooks Covers – Box Set Coming November 19th

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That Garth Brooks sure has been making a lot of noise in the press lately! In the latest news from The Music Universe Garth Brooks is is releasing a four-disc box set of the music that shaped him. Brooks revealed the new project at the tail end of a GAC special Saturday. Called Blame It All on My Roots: Five Decades of Influences, the set will separate those influences into stylistically themed discs titled Country Classics, Classic Rock, Blue-Eyed Soul and Melting Pot, according to The Music Universe. The set will include covers of Jerry Lee Lewis’ Great Balls of Fire and Marvin Gaye’s I Heard It Through the Grapevine, Cat Stevens’ Wild World and Simon & Garfunkel’s Mrs. Robinson, along with songs made famous by James Taylor, Gladys Knight. Brooks’ wife, Trisha Yearwood, will appear on the project and duet with him on a remake of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn’s 1971 hit After the Fire Is Gone. The collection will be available exclusively through Walmart beginning Nov. 19, and this news comes right on the heels of the announcement that there officially will be a Garth Brooks Tour in 2014.