JAKE OWEN PERFORMS TOP 20 & CLIMBING SINGLE “DAYS OF GOLD” ON CONAN

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NASHVILLE, TN (October 16, 2013) – Last night (10/15), Jake Owen performed his Top 20-and-climbing hit “Days of Gold” on TBS’ Conan. Watch via http://teamcoco.com/video/jake-owen-10-15-2013. The vibrant song is the title track for the chart-topping vocalist’s highly anticipated album, which is now available for pre-order: http://smarturl.it/daysofgoldalbum. A gold perk for pre-ordering, the early birds will get a new song every two weeks until the album is released on 12/3. Find out more straight from the source! http://www.sweettalkpublicity.com/index.php/news/17-jake-owen/156-jake-owen-performs-top-20-climbing-single-days-of-gold-on-conan-highly-anticipated-album-days-of-gold-now-available-for-pre-order

George Jones Final Concert Tribute Details

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What would have been George Jones’ final concert appearance in Nashville, Tennessee, on November 22, 2013 is now a star-studded tribute to the country music legend. In addition, “Playin’ Possum! The Final NO Show” has been dubbed the official name of the event. “The evening of George Jones songs is going to be the best musical tribute Nashville has ever seen,” says Nancy Jones. “We have many surprises planned, and I just wish George could be here to see what we are doing for him.” The SOLD OUT tribute concert will feature performances by Brad Paisley, Martina McBride, Big & Rich, Loretta Lynn, Lee Ann Womack, Craig Morgan, Thompson Square, Ronnie Milsap, Bill Anderson and rockers Megadeth. Previously announced performers include Kid Rock, George Strait, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, Alan Jackson, Dierks Bentley, Reba McEntire, Alabama, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Josh Turner, The Oak Ridge Boys, Charlie Daniels, Jamey Johnson, Montgomery Gentry, Sam Moore, and others. “George Jones had a way of putting his finger right into your wounds and letting you know, ‘I understand. I know your pain.’ While ‘Wild Irish Rose,’ may be an unexpected choice with so many great songs to choose from, it is a perfect example of Mr. Jones way of reaching inside every one of us, and making us aware that we all have pain. By far the most pain a man can endure, sadly as so many of our Vietnam Vets know, is to come home and find no one wants him. In the end, as so many do, they end their days inside of a bottle, as “Rose” knows too well,” says Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine. George Jones, often referred to as the “the greatest living country singer” was on his farewell tour titled “The Grand Tour,” when he passed away. The icon’s hits, “I Don’t Need Your Rockin’ Chair”, “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes”, “White Lightning” and “He Stopped Loving Her Today” will surely become standards for honky-tonk cover bands for years to come.

Garth Brooks Confirms 2014 Tour, Album, and Television Special

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According to fellow country bloggers Country Music Tattletale, Garth Brooks has confirmed that he will indeed be turning 2014 into a powerhouse year. Among his plans are a new album, a full 2014 world tour, and a television special directed by the world-famous Martin Scorsese. Of course this backs the rumors that wifeTrisha Yearwood planted along her most recent cookbook press tour, and comes right behind the announcement that Garth Brooks has agreed to extend his residency at the Wynn in Las Vegas for eight more shows this fall. With so much activity coming out of Camp Brooks, you can be sure that when the official tour details are announced it will be HUGE!

Gloriana, Bucky Covington and more Perform for Autism Sings!

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Tuesday night artists from all over Nashville gathered to celebrate and help raise funds for the fight against Autism at the benefit concert Autism Speaks™ Presents Autism Sings! The night included performances by Gloriana, Billy Dean, Bucky Covington, Jaci Velasquez, Tyler Barham, Logan Blade, Katie Chance, and Austin Webb. The show was emceed by celebrity host Evan Farmer. About Autism Speaks: Over the past five years, Autism Speaks has given back more than $2 million to the state of Tennessee. Funds are used to support local research, science grants, community grants, AutismCares grants, Baker Camp Scholarships and various toolkits that are available for free, including the 100-Day Kit, developed to provide much needed support to families during the initial diagnosis period.

Old Crow Medicine Show Inducted to The Grand Ole Opry

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Old Crow Medicine Show was formally inducted into the Grand Ole Opry this evening by Opry members Dierks Bentley and Marty Stuart. Among the award-winning group’s first performances in Nashville were on the sidewalks outside the Opry House in Summer 2000, playing for fans entering and exiting Opry performances. The band graduated to the Opry stage for its official Opry debut on Jan. 13, 2001, quickly became a fan favorite during dozens of Opry performances since, and was invited by Stuart to join the Opry on Aug. 16 in Cleveland, Ohio. Just before show time, the band reprised its Opry Plaza performances from more than a dozen years ago, walking outside the Opry House and playing tunes including “Brave Boys” and “Hesitation Blues” for surprised fans waiting outside for the evening’s Opry show. On stage later in the night, Opry Vice President and General Manager Pete Fisher and Opry members Dierks Bentley and Stuart took the stage alongside Old Crow Medicine Show, presenting the group with its Opry member award. “Congratulations, Old Crow, on being a part of the coolest club there is,” Bentley said. Addressing the band, Stuart added, “You offer a whole new energy and love for country music in the 21st century.” Speaking on behalf of the group, Ketch Secor related that years ago members of the band asked themselves if they’d ever make it big in TV. Secor recalled having said, “I don’t know about TV, but we might make something of ourselves on radio.” Fast forwarding to tonight’s show, Secor concluded, “We’re standing out here on the most beloved broadcast anywhere on earth. I think we made it big on radio! … We the Old Crows are just so proud to be entrusted to carry on the traditions of the Grand Ole Opry’s good-natured riot.” After tearing into the band’s signature “Wagon Wheel,” the group invited fellow Opry members Bentley, Stuart, Connie Smith, and the Del McCoury Band to join them on the standards “Will The Circle Be Unbroken” and “I Saw The Light.” “Old Crow has over the years become a favorite of Opry audiences and everyone backstage, as well,” said Fisher. “It’s fun for so many of us that in many ways Old Crow looks and sounds a lot like some of the great early Opry bands like Roy Acuff and his Smoky Mountain Boys—bands which helped propel the Opry to national prominence. Tonight represents a great full circle, and as the great Jimmy Dickens says, ‘The circle can’t be broken.’” After the induction, the group added a plaque bearing its name to the Opry Member Gallery backstage at the Opry House. Old Crow Medicine Show is scheduled to perform concerts on Dec. 30 and Dec. 31 at the Ryman Auditorium. Tickets will go on sale Sept. 27 at 10:00 a.m.

Rachel Potter Wows Judges on Fox’s X Factor

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Last week on FOX’s “The X Factor,” Rachel Potter, a 29 year old bartender from Nashville auditioned for the show’s judges and was put through to the next round. Already a success on Broadway with roles in “Evita” and “The Addams Family,” Rachel’s true love has always been country music so she left New York for Tennessee. Auditioning for “X Factor” was a personal choice for her as a way to show people that while she may not be a 15 year old, she’s still relevant and a can be a music force. You can check out her country version of Queen’s “Somebody To Love” at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq0h_0PwnGE, which she performed during her first round audition.

Luke Bryan Tune In Alert

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Reigning ACM Entertainer of The Year Luke Bryan will head to New York for television appearances next week between dates on his “Dirt Road Diaries Tour.” Luke will perform his new smash single “That’s My Kind Of Night” from his Crash My Party album on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” season finale on Wednesday, September 18. On Thursday, September 19 Luke will appear on ABC’s popular talk and entertainment program “The View” as a guest host alongside Barbara Walters, Whoopi Goldberg, Sherri Shepherd and new co-host Jenny McCarthy. On Friday, September 13 “Entertainment Tonight” will premiere Luke’s new video for “That’s My Kind Of Night.” The video will premiere at 12:01am PT/3:01am ET on: www.etonline.com/music/138309_Luke_Bryan_That_s_My_Kind_of_Night_Music_Video_Premiere/index.html with a broadcast debut including exclusive behind-the-scenes footage airing at 5:30pm PT/8:30pm ET. The video was directed by Shaun Silva and was shot on Luke’s farm in Nashville, Tennessee. Earlier this week Luke received three nominations for the 47th Annual CMA Awards, Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist and Musical Event for “The Only Way I Know” with Jason Aldean and Eric Church. The show will air live on ABC on November 6 from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, where Luke will play two-sold out shows this October!

Esquire Magazine Features Willie Nelson, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton

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Esquire magazine turns 80 and to celebrate the anniversary, the magazine set out to create an epic portfolio titled “The Life of Man,” comprised of 80 original photographs of actors, sports icons, musicians, politicians, Presidents, etc, ages 80 to one. The high caliber list of musicians featured in the portrait include Willie Nelson (80), Tim McGraw (46), Blake Shelton (37), Eddie Van Halen (58), Dr. Dre (48), Jason Derulo (24), Greyson Chance (16) and Ethan Bortnick (13). Each were asked about either the best day of their life so far, the best advice they’ve ever gotten, or what they are most looking forward to: Willie Nelson – Best advice – “An ex-father-in-law gave it to me. ‘Take my advice and do what you want.’ ” Dr. Dre – Best advice – “To protect my B’s: my babe, my body, and my business.” Tim McGraw – Best advice – “Was from Johnny Paycheck, a country singer. He looked at me right in eye and said, ‘Son, always go hard and fast, so when you hit the ditch, you can come out on the other side.” Blake Shelton – Most looking forward to – “November. It’s my favorite month of the year. Because I like it when shit dies.” Eddie Van Halen – Best advice – “Was from my father at an early age when we were making music. I would make mistakes, and I would ask, ‘What do you do?’ And he’d say, in Dutch, ‘Gewoon door blijven gaan,’ which means ‘Don’t stop and don’t let the audience know you made a mistake.’ ”

Chase Rice to Release Ready Set Roll on Oct 8th

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Relative newcomer to the country music scene, Chase Rice is trying his luck in mainstream radio after a proven track record of killing it on his own at live shows. His first radio single “Ready Set Roll” will hit digital retailers Tuesday October 8th with an EP following one week later. While you my not know Rice’s name now, you already know his work. He was a co-writer on the Florida Georgia Line hit “Cruise“. “We’ve worked really hard on the music and our live show over the last few years, playing a lot of these songs for audiences ranging from 10 to 10,000, so to see a brand new single get this kind of momentum out of the gate from fans requesting it on the radio and at our shows is insane,” shares Rice. “I’m truly blown away at the support and can’t wait to see where our fans take us next!” Take a listen and tell us what you think! For more on Chase Rice, follow him on Twitter or facebook, or check out his official site.