CHASE RICE READY TO ROCK FANS WITH IGNITE THE NIGHT TOUR, LAUNCHING SEPTEMBER 5 IN DENVER, COLORADO

Pre-sale begins August 13; tickets on sale Friday, August 15 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (August 11, 2014) – Country music maverick Chase Rice has built his career with high-energy live shows, drawing crowds of thousands every night and growing a diehard fan-base across the nation. With the impending release of his new studio album Ignite the Night on Tuesday, August 19, Rice is moving full-steam ahead with the launch of his Ignite the Night Tour, which will kick off in Denver, Colo. on September 5. A pre-sale for the tour will begin August 13 at www.ChaseRice.com, with tickets officially on sale Friday, August 15. Up-and-coming country music group Old Dominion and singer-songwriter Michael Ray will join Rice as supporting acts for select dates on the tour. Rice also teamed up with Snagajob on its Hourly Gig contest to give aspiring musicians the chance to perform as his opening act at the tour’s inaugural show. A winner for the contest will be announced August 29. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/chaserice/685-chase-rice-ready-to-rock-fans-with-ignite-the-night-tour-launching-september-5-in-denver-colorado

Clare Dunn – Highest Charting Indie Female Artist In 10 Years With Debut Single, “Get Out”

(Nashville, Tenn. – August 11, 2014) – Country music newcomer Clare Dunn recently became the highest charting independent female artist on the Music Row Country Breakout chart in 10 years.  Her debut single, “Get Out,” currently sits at #15 on the Music Row chart. Over 80% of the Music Row panel supported the record, which has accumulated over 30,000 spins on the chart to date.  In addition, “Get Out” has reached #41 on Billboard Indicator and #43 on Aircheck Activator. In response to the news, Dunn commented, “I am so blown away and so honored. I want to thank everyone at radio for all of the support and belief in me. Thanks for getting this music out there to the people, and to all the peeps out there rockin’ with us, thank you so very, very much! Y’all are makin’ a farm girl’s dream come true, for that I can’t thank you enough.” Dunn co-wrote “Get Out” with writer-producer Ben West, whose writer credits include Pink’s #1 “Try,” Cassadee Pope’s “Champagne,” and more.  Dunn played all the guitar parts on the infectious mid-tempo track, which is the first single from her forthcoming EP release. “Get Out” is available on iTunes and other major digital music retailers.  To listen to “Get Out,” view the official lyric video on YouTube The young performer is in today’s USA Today. The article, “Country Lassos ‘Fresh Voices’,” discusses her inclusion as one of SiriusXM’s Fresh Female Voices on The Highway (Ch. 56) and announces the release of a new single, “Cowboy Side of You,” which will be airing on the satellite radio station. Dunn is a fearless performer and guitar player whose music possesses a unique blend of country and rock. Born on a farm in Southeast Colorado, she grew up driving silage trucks, combines, eighteen-wheelers and spent countless hours behind the wheel of a John Deere tractor. Now her time is spent on a stage performing shows all across the country. She has already opened up for some of the format’s biggest stars, including Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Florida Georgia Line, Hank Jr., Jamey Johnson, and many others.  This coming November, Dunn will join Florida Georgia Line on the “This Is How We Cruise” cruise.  For a full list of upcoming shows and appearances, visit www.ClareDunn.com In addition to establishing herself as a performer, Dunn is also earning a name within the songwriting community.  She has written with some of the most highly regarded songwriters in Nashville and LA, including Hillary Lindsey, Blair Daly, David Hodges, Troy Verges, busbee, Liz Rose, Angelo, Terry McBride, Brice Long, Will Hoge, Chris Lindsey, Tommy Lee James, Dylan Altman, Marshall Altman and more. She’s also contributed background vocals to some of Nashville’s finest, including Luke Bryan’s smash “Country Girl (Shake It For Me).” Most recently, a song she co-wrote called “Farm Life” was recorded by Colt Ford featuring Justin Moore and is on Ford’s new album, Thanks For Listening.  Dunn is signed to a world wide publishing agreement with BMG/Chrysalis For more information on Clare Dunn, visit www.ClareDunn.com or follow Clare Dunn on Facebook and Twitter. Clare Continue reading Clare Dunn – Highest Charting Indie Female Artist In 10 Years With Debut Single, “Get Out”

LUKE BRYAN’S CRASH MY PLAYA LIVE MUSICAL DESTINATION CONCERT EVENT ANNOUNCED FOR JANUARY 23-27, 2015 IN RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO

Additional Performances by Florida Georgia Line and Cole Swindell Packages go on-sale on Aug. 22 at crashmyplaya.com RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico (August 12, 2014) –Reigning Billboard Music Awards’ Top Country Artist Luke Bryan is pleased to announce an exclusive international four-day country concert event—Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa. Bryan welcomes Florida Georgia Line, and Cole Swindell to join him in headlining four nights of mind-blowing beachfront concerts. Special guests Kelleigh Bannen, Dustin Lynch, Eric Paslay, DJ Rock and Chris Stapleton will also descend on the Barceló Riviera Maya, on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico for the musical destination event and all-inclusive Caribbean vacation experience. Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa will create an unprecedented live country music multi-day experience. All packages include four nights / five days all-inclusive accommodations at one of the participating unique resorts, airport transfer to and from the hotel, admission to each night’s exclusive beach performances, a limited edition Luke Bryan’s Crash My Playa event poster, beach bag, and beach towel. Optional themed adventures and activities that explore the riches of the Riviera Maya will be offered – from ATV rides to zip lines through the jungle, snorkeling and SCUBA diving, tours through the ancient Mayan ruins and more. For full package details and reservations, please visit www.crashmyplaya.com. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/home/139-crash-my-playa/687-luke-bryans-crash-my-playa-live-musical-destination-concert-event-announced-for-january-23-27-2015-in-riviera-maya-mexico-

FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE TO TAKE OVER NYC’S CENTRAL PARK

Good Morning America Date: FRIDAY (8/15) Time: 7:00-9:00 AM (all time zones) Channel: ABC Details: Superstar duo Florida Georgia Line will headline ABC’s Good Morning America Summer Concert Series and make a big announcement. Tune in to see FGL perform their latest Republic Nashville hit “Dirt,” which has sold over 535,000 downloads, shooting to #1 on both the iTunes all genre and Country charts in the US and Canada. Find out more straight from the source! http://www.sweettalkpublicity.com/index.php/news/19-florida-georgia-line/257-florida-georgia-line-to-take-over-nyc-s-central-park-on-good-morning-america-summer-concert-series-this-friday-8-15-superstar-duo-to-perform-top-selling-latest-hit-dirt-reveal-big-news

Kris Kristofferson to perform at Ryman All For the Hall Benefit

Country Music Hall of Fame member Kris Kristofferson will perform an intimate solo acoustic show at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium on Saturday September 13, 2014 at 8:00pm as part of the “All for the Hall” concert series. Tickets will go on sale Friday August 15 at 10:00am. Ticket prices are $49.50 and $39.50 plus applicable service charges and will be available via ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster outlets, Ryman box office, ryman.com or by calling 800-745-3000. All proceeds will go to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Funds raised through the All For the Hall concerts support the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s preservation efforts, exhibitions and educational programs that teach audiences about the enduring beauty and cultural importance of country music.

Taylor Swift Live Online! Huge Announcement!

Taylor Swift is back in action this fall, and we’ll have all the details on August 18, 2014 as she hosts a special online live stream event hosted by Yahoo, and presented by LiveNation! What do YOU think the news could be? A new album? A new tour? Maybe both? Maybe something totally new? Either way, we’ll have it here at CountryMusicNewsBlog.com the moment Taylor goes live! Find out more at http://yahoo.com/TaylorSwift

ERIC CHURCH DEBUTS “COLD ONE” MUSIC VIDEO

“Cold One” Can Be Viewed at All Music Video Outlets Beginning Aug. 11 NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (Aug. 7, 2014) — Delivering cool relief for everyone sweating out the long hot summer, EMI Records Nashville recording artist Eric Church will debut the new music video for his current hit single, “Cold One,” in three stages over the next few days. On Friday, Aug. 8, the music video will debut exclusively for members of his fan club, The Church Choir, at EricChurch.com. On Saturday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 10, anyone who visits EricChurch.com and enters their e-mail address or social login will be able to unlock “Cold One” for viewing and be eligible to win a Church-branded Yeti cooler. On Monday, Aug. 11, “Cold One” will be available on CMT, GAC, VEVO, and all other music video outlets. “Cold One” features the CMA and ACM Award winner along with his band members Jeff Cease, Lee Hendricks, Jeff Hyde, Driver Williams, and Craig Wright in both performance and acting roles. Directed by Peter Zavadil, the music video was shot at a beer warehouse and bar outside Nashville. “Cold One” was written by Church, Hyde, and Lynn Hutton and is featured on Church’s current album The Outsiders. Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/ericchurch/684-eric-church-debuts-cold-one-music-video-exclusively-for-fan-club-members-on-ericchurchcom-on-aug-8

Garth Brooks Breaks Ticket Sales Record With Chicago Dates

The first stop on The Garth Brooks World Tour with Trisha Yearwood, has shattered Garth’s previous record for ticket sales in a single city in North America. Previously, the record was 162,822 tickets sold for the Target Center in Minneapolis from October 6th through the 14th, 1998. Chicago ticket sales have officially surpassed that and are continuing to sell. The Garth Brooks World Tour with Trisha Yearwood will begin September 4 at 7:30pm. Subsequent dates in Chicago are September 5 at 6:00pm, September 6 at 6:00pm and 10:30pm, September 11 at 7:30pm, September 12 at 6:00pm and 10:30pm, September 13 at 6:00pm and 10:30pm and September 14 at 7:30pm at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, IL. Tickets for the Philips Arena in Atlanta will be on sale tomorrow, Friday, August 8th at 10:00 AM EST. There will be a six ticket limit per purchase. They can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, 1-800-745-3000 or Ticketmaster Express 1-866-448-7849. Please note there will be no sales at the venue box office or Ticketmaster outlets on August 8th. Tickets will cost $56.94 plus $4.56 tax, a $4.00 facility fee and a $6.00 service charge, totaling $71.50. Read more straight form the source at http://www.countrymusicislove.com/country-music-news/garth-brooks-breaks-north-american-ticket-sales-record/

CMA Music Festival – Full Show Online!

Last night ABC broadcast one of the most highly-anticipated country music parties of the year, and like most busy people, you probably missed it. Well have no fear, we’ve got the best highlights of the CMA Music Festival performances submitted by fans who were actually there, so grab a seat and tune in! If that doesn’t quench your thirst, you can always go to ABC.COM where they allow subscribers of most cable providers to watch the entire show online!

Garth Brooks adds Atlanta to Tour Schedule

In the ever-changing landscape of country music, Garth Brooks is one constant you can count on… meaning you can count on him constantly coming back for more, no matter how much he swears he’s quitting. He’s kind of like an ex-boyfriend that way, but we love him anyway. That all being said, we’ve got a Garth Brooks 2014 Tour stop now slated for Atlanta, GA with tickets going on sale August 8th! Get yours before the scalpers and fan clubs take em all!