Hee Haw the Musical is Hitting Broadway Next Spring!

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In the most surprising news of the weekend, us pickers and grinners will finally have a great reason to head to New York City! Word just got out that you will soon get to see the classic country television show Hee Haw the Musical on Broadway! Rather than the variety music and sketch comedy we’re used to, it will focus on the story of one particular pair of Hee Haw characters, a wiley sexpot from Kornfield Kounty and her boyfriend whose wedding gets put on hold when she decides she wants to see the world first. The show is being put together by Steve Buchanan, head of Opry Entertainment, with a script by Robert Horn and music by Shane McAnally and Brandy Clark. Many of the original characters made famous from the TV show appear in the musical, including Grandpa Jones, Misty Rowe, Lulu Roman (love her!) and Junior Samples.

ERIC CHURCH RELEASES “GIVE ME BACK MY HOMETOWN”

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Song is Second Single from Church’s Upcoming Album, The Outsiders, Slated for Release Feb. 11, 2014 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Jan. 9, 2014) – Fans eagerly anticipating the upcoming Eric Church album The Outsiders are getting another taste of what’s to come on the much buzzed-about project. Church and EMI Records Nashville have released the album’s second single, “Give Me Back My Hometown.” The wistful song, written by Church and Luke Laird, is currently playing on radio stations across the country and available now for purchase at all digital retailers. To purchase the song, click here. “Give Me Back My Hometown” follows first single and title cut “The Outsiders,” which Billboard magazine noted in a cover story on the ACM and CMA award winner, “Church was already at the vanguard of contemporary country’s rock movement… Like a modern-day Lynyrd Skynyrd, Church manages to be simultaneously more rock’n’roll and good-old-boy than anyone else out there – no easy task.” Rolling Stone named “The Outsiders” one of the “100 Best Songs of 2013” raving, “Leave it to the classic rock-loving Nashville badass to cook up the heaviest ‘country’ song in years – a radio hit that plays like some demon spawn of Def Leppard, Black Sabbath, and ‘Born to Be Wild.’” Find out more straight from the source! http://ebmediapr.com/ericchurch/572-eric-church-releases-give-me-back-my-hometown

CMNB Welcomes You to 2014

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It’s been a long holiday break here at the CMNB headquarters, but we’re happy to be back behind the newsdesk! There’s been a few changes in staff as our writers have graduated on to bigger and better things. We’ll keep you posted on where MissMolly and HaleighT turn up, but in the meantime, you’ve still got me, the ole’ WhiskeyChick. We are currently accepting guest posts and albums for review, and we’re looking forward to one heck of a concert tour season in 2014 to cover for you!   Rumor has it Garth Brooks will be hitting the road with wife, Trisha Yearwood. George Strait will be making his last big go-round on the Cowboy Rides Away tour, and who knows who’s going to fill the big man’s spot in the arenas next? Perhaps Jason Aldean? Luke Bryan? Brad Paisley? And when will Kenny Chesney and Keith Urban take the stage next? Of course, let’s not leave out the ladies either… Taylor, Martina, Carrie, Miranda, Kacey and more are already prepping their 2014 concert tour season as well! Of course, as always, we’ll keep you posted as we get the news. Until then, let’s brave out the rest of this harsh winter together and keep our country rockin! Cheers! ~WC~

Travis Tritt & Friends Concerts Scheduled For Jan. 13 & 14 at the Franklin Theatre

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Travis Tritt & Friends Concerts Scheduled For Jan. 13 & 14 at the Franklin Theatre Shows To Kick-Off Tritt’s 25th Anniversary Of Music Career Grammy award-winning artist and Country music hitmaker Travis Tritt will return to the Music City to host two special acoustic concerts, Travis Tritt & Friends, at the historic Franklin Theatre on Jan. 13 and 14 in Franklin, Tenn. The appearance marks Tritt’s first Nashville-based concert since 2002 and his first ever all-acoustic performance in Nashville. As a member of the famed “Class of ‘89” in Country music, these very special shows will kick-off the 25th anniversary of Travis’ career. James Otto and Marty Stuart are among the list of guests scheduled to appear with Tritt. More performers and concert lineups will be announced in the coming weeks. The two shows, featuring acoustic performances by Tritt and his guests, will showcase some of Tritt’s biggest hits performed in an intimate setting punctuated by personal stories and anecdotes about Travis’ life and musical influences. In addition to witnessing this unique concert event, ticket holders will receive an autographed copy of Tritt’s current album, The Calm After… and a commemorative laminate. Tickets start at $100 per person, per show and will go on sale Nov. 27th at www.FranklinTheatre.com A Marietta, Georgia native, Travis Tritt formed Post Oak Recordings in 2012 and released his new album The Calm After… through the label this past July. Included on the album is a duet with Tritt’s 15-year-old daughter, Tyler Reese. The song, “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough,” is a cover of the 1980s pop hit. Together, they released a video for the track, which is available for viewing here. Four of the songs on the album, co-produced by Randy Jackson, were either written or co-written by Tritt. The Calm After… is currently available on iTunes and other major digital retailers. Travis Tritt’s twenty-five year career has produced millions in album sales, two Grammy award wins and multiple No. 1 singles on the Country radio charts, including “Help Me Hold On,” “Can I Trust You With My Heart” and “Foolish Pride.” Tritt was dubbed one of “The Class of ‘89,” which included Country music superstars Garth Brooks, Clint Black and Alan Jackson, all whom dominated the charts in the early 90s. Among his eleven studio albums and numerous charted singles are nineteen Top 10 hits including “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde,” “Love Of A Woman” and “It’s A Great Day To Be Alive.” Tritt formed Post Oak Recordings in 2012 and is currently on the road with his band performing dates across the United States. For a complete list of upcoming tour dates, please visit www.TravisTritt.com.    

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.