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What Is the Country Megaticket and How Does It Work?

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2018 Country Megaticket Venues and Lineup

You see listings for The Country Megaticket every time you look up your favorite artists’ tour dates, but at those prices, you KNOW it has to be a pretty big deal… but what is it exactly? Well, CountryMusicNewsBlog.com is here to answer just that! As the recession started to rise and our wallets started to empty, the country music industry was determined to find a way to keep it possible for their artists to tour and the fans to afford it, so they came up with a plan. The Country Megaticket: A series of major headliner concerts spreading over the course of the entire summer, all at one venue, and all for a one-time ticket purchase. You buy one Country Megaticket, and get admission to the entire concert series at that venue all summer long.   This year we are excited to announce top performances from country music megastars Miranda Lambert, Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, and many MANY more! What is the Country Megaticket? Every year LiveNation and AEG get together to bring country music fans the summer of a lifetime by gathering the hottest acts in the industry in a series of country concerts held at spectacular venues across the nation. A single ticket grants fans access to a series of concerts that span the entire summer beginning in May and sometimes stretching all the way into October. 2018 Country Megaticket Performers: Jason Aldean Dierks Bentley Luke Bryan Kenny Chesney Alan Jackson Lady Antebellum Darius Rucker Miranda Lambert Little Big Town Brad Paisley Rascal Flatts Keith Urban.  2018 Country Megaticket Venues: Verizon Amphitheatre Alpharetta, GA Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Bethel, NY Jiffy Lube Live Bristow, VA PNC Music Pavilion Charlotte, NC Riverbend Music Center Cincinnati, OH Blossom Music Center Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Starplex Pavilion Dallas, TX Darien Lake Amphitheater Darien Center, NY XFINITY Theatre Hartford, CT PNC Bank Arts Center Holmdel, NJ Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center Indianapolis, IN Southern California Los Angeles, CA XFINITY Center Mansfield, MA Shoreline Amphitheatre Mountain View, CA BB&T Pavilion Philadelphia, PA Ak-Chin Pavilion Phoenix, AZ KeyBank Pavilion Pittsburgh, PA Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek Raleigh, NC USANA Amphitheatre Salt Lake City, UT Mattress Firm Amphitheatre San Diego, CA Saratoga Performing Arts Center Saratoga Springs, NY Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre St. Louis, MO Lakeview Amphitheater Syracuse, NY Budweiser Stage Toronto, ON Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach Virginia Beach, VA Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater Wantagh, NY Coral Sky Amphitheatre West Palm Beach, FL Toyota Amphitheatre Wheatland, CA

Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa Wraps in Mexico

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Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa Wraps in Mexico Luke Bryan along with Dierks Bentley and Cole Swindell Headline Concerts during Sold-Out Fan Experience Reigning CMA and ACM Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan wrapped the second annual sold-out, four-night concert event, Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa, in Riviera Maya, Mexico on Monday night. The concert destination weekend featured two headline shows by Luke as well as headline concerts by Dierks Bentley and Cole Swindell. Additional performers included Craig Campbell, Brett Eldredge, Sam Hunt, Dustin Lynch, Chris Stapleton and DJ Rock. “The band and I really look forward to Mexico and these Playa shows,” shared Luke. “We like our tradition of launching into the new year this way.” Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa musical vacation delivered a special setting for an unforgettable fan experience. The four-night tropical getaway and concert experience was designed and produced by CID Presents as the ultimate all-inclusive Caribbean concert vacation. Guests were treated to nightly beachfront concerts at The Barecló Maya Beach Resort, airport transportation, 24-hour concierge, optional daily activities and off-site adventures. The event was self-produced by the production arm of CID Entertainment, the premier music travel and fan-focused experiential agency. Having developed and implemented VIP and travel packages for Luke’s tours for years, CID was the perfect partner for Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa, designing a country music festival where fans could see their favorite artists on stage and enjoy the sun, beach, food and adventures with their friends.

Artists Added to the ACM Party for a Cause Festival

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TALENT ADDED TO ACM PARTY FOR A CAUSE® LINEUP Brandy Clark, Brett El dredge, Martina McBride, Maren Morris, Chase Rice and A Thousand Horses have just been added to the already star-studded lineup for this year’s ACM Party for a Cause® Festival! Taking over the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, the three-day fest will include multiple stages, ongoing LIVE country music performances, interactive games, a country marketplace and more. The music kicks off on Friday, April 1, with Carrie Underwood headlining a special “ACM Women of Country Night” featuring an all-female lineup of performers.  ACM Awards co-host Dierks Bentley will continue the party as headliner on Saturday, April 2. On Sunda y, April 3, Kenny Chesney will close out the festival with a full set that will take place simultaneously with the 51st ACM Awards. If you haven’t already booked your trip to Vegas for the ACM Party for a Cause Festival, you’ll definitely want to do it now because tickets are selling fast! Get your TICKETS today! For a full list of the weekend’s performers and for more information about the festival, CLICK HERE. Can’t wait to see y’all in April for The Week Vegas Goes Country®!

WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE Performed Live On Nashville’s WRLT Lightning 100 Today (1/27)

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WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE PERFORMED LIVE ON NASHVILLE’S WRLT LIGHTNING 100 SET HIGHLIGHTED SONGS FROM THEIR DEBUT SELF-TITLED ALBUM SET FOR RELEASE FEBRUARY 12 American music icon and five-time GRAMMY Award-winner WYNONNA JUDD and her band The Big Noise previewed new music from their self-titled album WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE today Wednesday, January 27 with a live performance on Nashville’s WRLT Lightning 100. The performance was recorded live from the WRLT studio and live-streamed via YouTube . Listeners experienced the album’s eclectic spirit–cuts written by the band, as well as Americana innovator Julie Miller to R&B’s Raphael Saadiq to Music Row legend John Scott Sherrill and multiple CMA Awards-winner Chris Stapleton–coupled with WYNONNA’s commanding and incomparable voice. WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE is due out Friday, February 12 via Curb Records in digital and physical formats including vinyl. The CD and vinyl versions of the album–which feature special guests Derek Trucks, Jason  Isbell, Susan Tedeschi and Timothy B Schmit–is available now for pre-order at Amazon and iTunes. “In 25 years of WRLT Nashville’s broadcast history, having a legend like Wynonna and her band The Big Noise was a career highlight for our station and our staff,” said Gary Kraen, VP of Operations and Programming. “They sounded amazing.” To celebrate the release of the record, the band has debuted a series of performance videos for focus tracks available now to fans that pre-order the album on iTunes. This past Friday (1/22), WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE partnered with LATIMES.COM to reveal the video for “Things That I Lean On,” the song that features a duet with Jason Isbell on the upcoming album. Los Angeles Times‘ writer Randy Lewis notes, “Singer Wynonna Judd opens a new chapter in her long career with her forthcoming album Wynonna & The Big Noise, her first with a full band of her own…the sound, however, is a departure, more stripped to the bone and rootsy, more contemporary American…” Watch the “Things That I Lean On” video here: [youtube LtCwb5D1uag]. Of the song and experience of working with Isbell, WYNONNA shares, “When I began my journey to self-discovery in 2003, I got involved in 12 Steps. So when I heard the words in this song [“Things That I Lean On”] — ’12 Steps and the 23rd Psalm’ — I knew they spoke to everyone who’s trying to be perfect in their program. Our theme is ‘progress, not perfection.’ The spirituality of imperfection is what this song is about. But with Jason Isbell, our voices are so blended, it is perfect.” Album producer, drummer for The Big Noise and husband to WYNONNA, Cactus Moser adds: “I’ve played this song for grown men. They look me in the eye and I watch tears come down their cheeks, just from listening to this song.” For more information on WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE, visit: www.wynonnaandthebignoise.com www.facebook.com/wynonnajudd www.twitter.com/WynonnaMusic www.instagram.com/wynonnajudd   Performance Videos: “Things That I Lean On”: [youtube LtCwb5D1uag] “Ain’t No Thing”: [youtube HdN8esuHT-g] “You Make My Heart Beat Too Continue reading WYNONNA & THE BIG NOISE Performed Live On Nashville’s WRLT Lightning 100 Today (1/27)→

THE OAK RIDGE BOYS ANNOUNCE 2016 U.S. TOUR

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THE OAK RIDGE BOYS ANNOUNCE 2016 U.S. TOUR Iconic Country Music Hall of Fame Members Spotted Over Weekend Serenading Former President at Texas Restaurant NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 27, 2016) – Just like their 1983 mega-hit, The Oak Ridge Boys are “American Made,” and today the newest members of the Country Music Hall of Fame announce they are planning to bring their multi-platinum selling and GRAMMY® Award winning repertoire of hits to an American city near you. Their 2016 United States tour will stretch all the way from Louisiana to California to Florida to Virginia. Performing over 150 dates per year for over 40 years, The Oak Ridge Boys are looking forward to bringing their critically acclaimed high-energy show to a city near you! For a full list of dates and information on how to buy tickets, visit www.oakridgeboys.com/tour. [bctt tweet=”The @OakRidgeBoys Announce 2016 Celebration Tour!”] Known for their iconic and multi-platinum selling hit “Elvira,” along with other chart-toppers like “Bobbie Sue,” “Thank God For Kids,” and “Leaving Louisiana In The Broad Daylight,” The Oak Ridge Boys have achieved a decorated career, winning five GRAMMY® Awards, and multiple CMA, ACM and Dove Awards for their cross-over brand of pop, country and gospel music that spans multiple generations. Made up of members Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden and Richard Sterban, who’s unmistakable bass on the lyric “oom poppa, mow mow,” has become one of music’s most recognized sing-alongs an international scale, The Oak Ridge Boys are members of the Grand Ole Opry and achieved arguably country music’s highest honor in October 2015 when they were inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame. In addition to their 2016 U.S. tour announcement, The Oak Ridge Boys revealed via Twitter on Sunday night (January 24), they met up for dinner with a notable U.S. couple — their long-time friends, former president George H.W. Bush and first lady Barbara Bush at Taste Of Texas restaurant in Houston, Texas. According to the group’s Joe Bonsall, The Oak Ridge Boys and the Bush’s enjoyed “a great meal with some lively and fun conversation,” and ended the night with a tableside serenade from The Oak Ridge Boys with a soulful version of “Feeling Mighty Fine,” a song off of the legendary group’s 1997 gospel album, Revival. The Oak Ridge Boys have given many command performances throughout their legendary career, from performing for King Gustaf of Sweden, to Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Monaco, to Her Royal Highness Princess Anne of Great Britain and five U.S. presidents: Carter, Reagan, H.W. Bush, Clinton and W. Bush. “We have been singing songs for George H.W. Bush since 1982 when he was Vice President, and our love for him has only grown over all of these years. We have stated many times that we are ALL better Americans for having known him and Barbara,” said Bonsall. “It was another memorable night for The Oak Ridge Boys… one that we will never forget. Thanks to the owners of Taste of Continue reading THE OAK RIDGE BOYS ANNOUNCE 2016 U.S. TOUR→

MIRANDA LAMBERT LAUNCHES "KEEPER OF THE FLAME" TOUR

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MIRANDA LAMBERT HITS THE ROAD WITH “KEEPER OF THE FLAME” TOUR Special Guest Kip Moore and Brothers Osborne join the trek Reigning six-time consecutive CMA and ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, Miranda Lambert is gearing up for a very busy 2016.  She is heading out on the road for her headlining tour with special guest, multi-platinum singer/songwriter Kip Moore and the Grammy, CMA and ACM nominated duo, Brothers Osborne. In addition to Miranda’s own headlining tour, she is also joining Kenny Chesney on his “Spread the Love” Tour performing in stadiums around the country starting in April.  And for the first time, Miranda will perform for her fans overseas, on March 11th in London (UK), on March 12th in Dublin (Ireland) and March 13th in Glasgow (Scotland) as part of the Country to Country Festival 2016 (C2C). “Keeper of the Flame” Tour stops will include: Austin, TX Bangor, ME Bethel, NY Bristow, VA Charlotte, NC Cleveland, OH Chicago, IL Columbia, MD Darien Center, NY Fayetteville, AR Hartford, CT Indianapolis, IN Irvine, CA Jacksonville, FL Los Angeles, CA New Orleans, LA Omaha, NE Orange Beach, AL Raleigh, NC Rogers, AR San Antonio, TX Saratoga Springs, NY St. Louis, MO Tampa, FL Virginia Beach, VA West Palm Beach, FL Fans can purchase tickets beginning Jan. 29 for select cities as part of Live Nation’s Country Megaticket at www.Megaticket.com.  Check Mirandalambert.com for specific show announcements and on sale dates. About Miranda Lambert: Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert is the reigning six-time CMA and six-time ACM Female Vocalist of the Year (the first time any female has won 6 consecutive years). The first single off of Lambert’s fifth studio album, Platinum, “Automatic,” was Lambert’s highest charting first week single to date and won CMA and  ACM “Song of the Year”.  Her duet with Carrie Underwood, the album’s second single, “Somethin’ Bad,” has been certified as an RIAA Platinum Digital Single. Platinum, made history when it debuted atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums Chart, making Lambert the first country artist in the history of the chart to have each of her five albums debut at number 1.  Platinum also debuted at the top of the all genre Billboard 200 as the number 1 album in the Nation. In addition to her award winning music, she dedicates much of her time to her MuttNation Foundation, an organization that supports shelters and helps pets find a forever home. She also owns two lifestyle bou tiques, general stores she named, The Pink Pistol, that are located in her hometown of Lindale, Texas, and Tishomingo, Oklahoma.  Visit www.MirandaLambert.com for specific date announcements. About Kip Moore: A relentless road warrior, MULTI PLATINUM singer/songwriter Kip Moore is currently gearing up to head back out on the road at the end of the month for the second leg of his WILD ONES TOUR that will include a string of headlining dates in The UK and Ireland as well as shows scheduled in Australia for the first time.  Moore’s new single “Running For You” was heralded by Billboard as “a career song from the album” and was the most added song at Continue reading MIRANDA LAMBERT LAUNCHES "KEEPER OF THE FLAME" TOUR→

Brad Paisley Begins 2016 Winter Leg of "Crushin’ It World Tour" Today

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Brad Paisley (photo by: Jeff Lipsky) BRAD PAISLEY BEGINS 2016 WINTER LEG OF “CRUSHIN’ IT WORLD TOUR” Launches Thursday, January 21 Special Guests are Eric Paslay and Cam NASHVILLE, Tenn. (January 19, 2016) Country music superstar Brad Paisley will begin the 2016 winter leg of his highly successful “Crushin’ It World Tour,” kicking off this Thursday, January 21 in Jonesboro, AR.  The tour will continue across the United States and Canada during the winter months. Special guests will be breakout country artist Eric Paslay and new country sensation Cam. Brad Paisley is a critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, guitarist and entertainer whose talents have earned him numerous awards, including three GRAMMYs, two American Music Awards, 14 Academy of Country Music Awards and 14 Country Music Association Awards (including Entertainer of the Year), among many others. He has been a proud member of the Grand Ole Opry since 2001. Paisley has written 20 of his 23 #1 singles with the first being his 1999 hit “He Didn’t Have To Be” and his most recent, “Perfect Storm,” from his chart-topping 2014 album Moonshine in the Trunk. As a continuation of Paisley’s Country Nation College tour presented by Zaxby’s he will perform on January 24 as part of the grand-opening season for The Pavilion, the new home of Ole Miss basketball. Paisley has partnered with Boot Barn® and developed an exclusive line of jeans, hats, T-shirts, jewelry, belts and woven shirts called Moonshine Spirit by Brad Paisley. Connect with Brad at www.BradPaisley.com, www.Facebook.com/BradPaisley, on Twitter @BradPaisley, on Instagram @Brad Paisley, and YouTube at YouTube.com/BradPaisley.   Eric Paslay (Photo credit: Joseph Ilanes)   EMI Records Nashville breakout country artist, Eric Paslay, delivers a powerful punch as a renowned, Platinum-selling, hit songwriter and dynamic performer. Paslay has celebrated five No. 1 hits 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,” the smash lead sin gle from his critically acclaimed self-titled debut album. The Temple, Texas native recently received his second GRAMMY nomination (first as a recording artist) in the Best Country Duo/Group category for “The Driver,” performed by Lady Antebellum’s Charles Kelley, featuring Eric and Dierks Bentley. A true artist’s artist, USA Today calls Paslay “flat out-brilliant” and American Songwriter names him an influencer of country music. Paslay recently wrapped the Chris Young tour and takes the stage on tour with Brad Paisley this winter. He just released his back beat-driven groove “High Class,” the lead single from his highly-anticipated sophomore album due out later this year.   California-born singer/songwriter Cam emerged as one of 2015’s true breakthrough artists, achieving her first Platinum record and first #1 country single with “Burning House,” which earned her a GRAMMY® Award nomination for Best Country Solo Performance. Her Untamed album, released December 11, 2015, debuted at #2 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart with the year’s best first-week album sales by a debut country artist.  With each song co-written by Cam, her Continue reading Brad Paisley Begins 2016 Winter Leg of "Crushin’ It World Tour" Today→

Darius Rucker Announces 2016 Tour

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The Good for a Good Time Tour Featuring Special Guests Dan + Shay and Michael Ray Begins June 3 NASHVILLE, Tenn. — (January 20, 2016) – Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Darius Rucker will kick off his 2016 Good for a Good Time Tour in Tampa, Fla. on June 3. The Good for a Good Time Tour will feature opening acts Dan + Shay, who are celebrating their first No. 1 single with “Nothin’ Like You” and rising country singer Michael Ray, who was the only new male country artist of 2015 to have a No. 1 single in 2015, with “Kiss You in the Morning.” Over 30 stops across the country have been announced so far with more to come! Fans can purchase tickets beginning Jan. 29 for select cities as part of Live Nation’s Country Megaticket at www.Megaticket.com. More than 400,000 fans turned out to experience Rucker’s incomparable vocals and raucous good time during last year’s Southern Style Tour, so expectations are high for 2016. Rucker plans to once again provide his concerts as a platform to honor and present homes to our nation’s combat wounded heroes and Gold Star spouses, in conjunction with Project Rebuild. Rucker, along with Lieutenant General Sisco, CEO and founder of Military Warriors Support Foundation, presented the first house in an appearance on NBC’s Today and went on to present 13 more homes in 2015. The Project Rebuild campaign arose from a partnership between Dr Pepper Snapple Group and Military Warriors Support Foundation to assist in rebuilding the lives of our wounded veterans. Project Rebuild helps place wounded veterans in mortgage-free homes and help ease the transition back to civilian life. The Good for a Good Time Tour will also partner with the rideshare app Uber for select dates, giving fans the chance to win free rides as well as VIP packages. A few lucky riders in cities across the United States will win VIP packages for a Good for a Good Time Tour stop which include 2 tickets to the show, an exclusive Darius Rucker pre-show acoustic performance, and invitation to a pre-show party in the VIP Party Lounge. Fans can enter the promo code GOODTIME to enter to win, and first time users will also receive $20 off their first ride. The Good For a Good Time Tour Dates: Friday, June 3 | Tampa, Fla. | MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre Saturday, June 4 | West Palm Beach, Fla. | Perfect Vodka Amphitheatre Thursday, June 16 | Tuscaloosa, Ala. | Amphitheatre Friday, June 17 | Dallas, Texas | Gexa Energy Pavilion Saturday, June 18 | Austin, Texas | Austin 360 Amphitheater Friday, June 24 | St. Louis, Mo. | Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Saturday, June 25 | Noblesville, Ind. | Klipsch Music Center Sunday, June 26 | Pittsburgh, Pa. | First Niagara Pavilion Thursday, July 7 | Englewood, Colo. | Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre >Friday, July 8 | Albuquerque, N.M. | Isleta Amphitheatre Saturday, July 9 | Phoenix, Ariz. | Ak-Chin Pavilion Friday, July 15 Continue reading Darius Rucker Announces 2016 Tour→

25th Anniversary of Country Jam Gets Even Bigger with Additional Artists Announced

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CANAAN SMITH, AARON WATSON, LINDSAY ELL, HIGH VALLEY, DRAKE WHITE AND THE BIG FIRE AND STEPHANIE QUAYLE ANNOUNCED FOR THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF COUNTRY JAM Rising Newcomers and the Region’s Local Artists Announced for the Jack’s Stage and West Stage. Join Previously Announced Headliners Zac Brown Band, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley and Lee Brice . Tickets and VIP Packages On Sale Now – The 4-Day Festival Runs June 16-19. NASHVILLE, TN – January 20, 2016 – Country Jam has grown to be the biggest and longest running festival for music fans in and around Colorado since it began 25 years ago. The 25th Annual Country Jam festival, also one of the largest country music camping festivals in the United States, announced today more artists added to its already superstar lineup. Canaan Smith, Aaron Watson, Lindsay Ell, High Valley, Drake White and The Big Fire and Stephanie Quayle are scheduled to perform June 16-19, 2016 at Jam Ranch outside Grand Junction, CO. [bctt tweet=”@CountryJamCO adds @canaansmith @aaron_watson @lindsayell @highvalley @drakewhite @stephaniequayle and more to the lineup for #CountryJamCO 2016″] These artists join the previously announced superstar lineup, including four of country music’s biggest chart-toppers as headliners – Zac Brown Band, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley and Lee Brice, as well as some of country’s biggest and most popular stars, including Trace Adkins, Big & Rich, Joe Nichols, Tyler Farr, Easton Corbin, Chase Bryant, Darryl Worley, Neal McCoy, Halfway to Hazard and Annie Bosko. Country Jam also announces the addition of some of country music’s rising newcomers and regional country acts, including Logan Brill, Adley Stump, Kaitlyn Baker, Lauren Ashley & The Trainwreckers, The Scotty Mac Band, Kory Brunson Band, McKenna Faith, Jake Worthington, Dylan Jakobsen, Ashley Martin, Andrea Vasquez, The High Rollers, and The Williams Brothers Band.  They are scheduled to perform throughout the weekend at both Jack’s Stage and West Stage, giving fans non-stop music throughout the day. Tickets are available now for Country Jam 2016. 4-day General Admission tickets start at $145, with Reserve tickets starting at $375, and weekend VIP tickets starting at $725.  VIP camping has sold out. General Admission campsites are available starting at $149. More information on camping options and pricing is available online at http://countryjam.com/tickets Country Jam features world-class entertainment and on-site camping in the “high-desert” surrounded by the scenic red rock mesa in the heart of Western Colorado. The four-day festival has established itself as a must-do for country music fans, with last year’s Country Jam featuring performances from superstars, legends and the hottest rising newcomers in country music including Tim McGraw, Keith Urban, Toby Keith, The Band Perry, Billy Currington, Kacey Musgraves, Eli Young Band, Thompson Square, Parmalee, Frankie Ballard and more. More information about Country Jam can be found online at www.countryjam.com Stay connected with up-to-the-date information on Country Jam on Facebook or by following @CountryJamCO on Twitter and Instagram Country Jam is produced by Townsquare Media, Inc. About Townsquare Media, Inc. Townsquare Media, Inc. is an integrated and diversified media and entertainment and digital Continue reading 25th Anniversary of Country Jam Gets Even Bigger with Additional Artists Announced→

NAMM News: Cakewalk Announces New Gibson Electric Bass Expansion Pack for Rapture Session at the 2016 Winter NAMM Show

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Cakewalk Announces New Gibson Electric Bass Expansion Pack for Rapture Pro and Rapture Session at the 2016 Winter NAMM Show Includes New expansion pack features meticulous sampling of three iconic Gibson instruments Boston, MA (January 20, 2016) – Cakewalk, dedicated to powerful and thoughtfully designed software for modern musicians, announces the new Gibson Bass Collection Expansion Pack at the 2016 NAMM Show (Gibson Booth 300B, Level 3). Designed for Cakewalk’s Rapture Pro and Rapture Session virtual instruments (available in VST3/AU/AAX/standalone formats), and sampled by expert sound designer Craig Anderton, this collection combines the warm, organic sound of three unique Gibson electric basses. The 28 programs also offer keyswitching to toggle between pick and finger attacks. [bctt tweet=”Get all the greatest #NAMM / #NAMM2016 gear updates at @CMNBLog as we share the hottest product releases all week long! ” via=”no”] The Midtown Bass captures the distinctive clarity and depth of this rare semi-hollow body bass, which is made from routed solid woods (rather than laminating woods around a solid center block). Its bright, punchy sound is ideal for pop/rock. For warm, raw power, the Les Paul Standard Bass features the classic tonewood combination of a mahogany body for richness with a solid carved maple top for “snap,” topped off by Thunderbird Bass pickups with ceramic magnets for “punch.”Finally, building on one of the most successful expansion packs ever for Cakewalk’s Dimension Pro synth, the EB 5-String Bass 2.0, with its eight unique pickup combinations, now takes full advantage of Rapture Pro/Session’s advanced features. Download the Full Press Release and Photo HERE