Country Weekly Kick Off Party benefiting Musicians On Call.

Easton Corbin, Dustin Lynch, Greg Bates and Chris Janson will perform during Country Weekly magazine’s annual CMA Music Festival kick off celebration on Tuesday, June 4. The event takes place at the Hard Rock Café in downtown Nashville with all proceeds benefiting Musicians On Call Nashville, a non-profit organization that brings live and recorded music to patients in healthcare facilities.

Tickets are available now and range from $30 for general admission up to $500 for a VIP table that includes meet-and-greet opportunities with all four artists. All attendees will have the opportunities to walk a red carpet, complete with bright lights and a backdrop for photos.   Continue Reading

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Kix Brooks photo courtesy of Sony Music Nashville.

The Tug McGraw Foundation will hold its 2^nd Annual Celebrity Sporting Clay Pro-Am on Tuesday, June 4 at the Nashville Gun Club in Nashville. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Tug McGraw Foundation and its efforts to improve the lives of military members affected by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury.

Kix Brooks will be on hand for the event along with fellow celebrities Troy Gentry of Montgomery Gentry, Brad & Brett Warren of The Warren Brothers, Keith Anderson, Craig Campbell, Austin Webb, Chris Janson, Lance Miller, Chad Warrix, Kristy Lee Cook and Mike Fisher of the NHL Nashville Predators. Continue Reading

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Jake Owen photo by Jeff Lipsky, courtesy of Sony Music Nashville.

The Academy of Country Music and Las Vegas have announced ACM Weekend at Fremont Street Experience will take place April 5-6 with all-star concerts headlined by Gary Allan and Jake Owen. Following the previously announced ACM Party for a Cause Festival, this ultimate after party in downtown Las Vegas will also include performances by Randy Houser, Chris Janson, Jana Kramer, Kip Moore, Joe Nichols and Sunny Sweeney.

Hosted by Blair Garner, ACM Weekend at Fremont Street Experience is free and open to the public. Concerts begin at 9:00pm both nights with performances on two stages. ACM Weekend at Fremont Street Experience, ACM Party for a Cause and more will take place in conjunction with The Week Vegas Goes Country leading up to the 48th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Co-hosted by Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan, the ACM Awards will air live on CBS as 8p|7c on April 7. Continue Reading

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Chris Janson photo by Kristin Barlowe, courtesy of Sweet Talk Publicity.

Chris Janson will make his Grand Ole Opry debut this Friday, February 15. He’ll perform his new single, “Better I Don’t,” which was the second most added song to country radio playlists the week it was released.

“Words can’t describe how humbled I am, that I’ve been asked to play the Grand Ole Opry,” Chris said. “This will be my greatest career highlight, hands down. Dreams do come true. I’m so grateful.” Continue Reading

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Tracy Lawrence photo courtesy of Rocky Comfort Records.

Tracy Lawrence is set to open the ACM Concert Stage at Cowboy Fanfest during the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas December 6-December 15. Tracy joins previously announced performers Chris Young, David Nail, Bucky Covington, Sarah Darling, Brett Eldredge, Jack Ingram, Ryan Beaver, Chris Janson and Aaron Watson.

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All performances will take place at the Rodeo Live Stage at Cowboy Fanfest, a new, fully interactive area. Doors open at Cowboy Fanfest at 10:00 a.m. PT and performances on the Rodeo Live Stage take place at 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PT each day. Admission is free and open to the public. Specific dates and times of performances can be found at www.NFRexperience.com. Continue Reading

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Keith Urban photo courtesy of Capitol Nashville.

Twin Lakes, WI (November 14, 2012) – Country Thunder is pleased to reveal their star-packed line-up for 2013 that features some of today’s biggest country stars including Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, Little Big Town and many, many more (complete list below). These superstars will join previously announced multi-platinum group, Lady Antebellum in Twin, Lakes, Wis., July 18-21, 2013. And don’t forget, in order to enter the campgrounds a 4-day admission wristband is required. If you missed the action in 2012 because tickets were SOLD OUT, don’t delay and get your four-day passes for the discounted rate of $99, available until 11:59pm CST on December 31, 2012. For more on tickets for 2013 or for any of your Country Thunder needs, please visit www.countrythunder.com or call (866) 802-6418.

In addition to the award-winning music selection, Country Thunder will offer a full-fan experience with activities ranging from Electric Thunder, featuring electric music nightly, to the Great American Country Thunder side-stage. This year will also feature a Bluegrass Tent, thrill rides, more food vendors than ever before and much more!

Thursday:
5:30-6:30pm Chris Janson
7:00-8:30pm Justin Moore
9:00-10:30pm Dierks Bentley

Friday:
1:00-2:00pm TBA
2:30-3:30pm Morgan Frazier
4:00-5:00pm Parmalee
5:30-6:30pm Dustin Lynch
7:00-8:30pm Little Big Town
9:00-10:30pm Keith Urban

Saturday:
1:00-2:00pm TBA
2:30-3:30pm Sweetwater Rain
4:00-5:00pm Phil Vassar
5:30-6:30pm Lee Brice
7:00-8:30pm Chris Young
9:00-10:30pm Brad Paisley

Sunday:
1:00-2:00pm TBA
2:30-3:30pm Edens Edge
4:00-5:00pm TBA
5:30-6:30pm Joe Nichols
7:00-8:30pm TBA
9:00-10:30pm Lady Antebellum

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Chris Young photo by Randee St. Nicholas, courtesy of Sony Music Nashville.

For the seventh year, the Academy of Country Music will host musical performances during the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas December 6 – December 15. Chris Young, David Nail, Bucky Covington, Sarah Darling, Brett Eldredge, Jack Ingram, Ryan Beaver, Chris Janson and Aaron Watson will all perform at the Rodeo Live Stage at Cowboy Fanfest, a new, fully interactive area.

“The Academy is pleased to continue our partnership with NFR and excited to bring some of country music’s top talent like Chris Young and new artists like Chris Janson to the fans at the inaugural Cowboy Fanfest,” Michelle Goble, SVP, Membership and Industry Relations, Academy of Country Music, said. Continue Reading

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Frankie Ballard photo courtesy of Warner Music Nashville.

The lineup for the 2012 CMA Music Festival’s Bud Light Stage at the Bridgestone Plaza and the new BIC Soleil Bella Beach Stage have been announced. The two concerts will provide fans with over 40 hours of concerts for free. The CMA Music Festival takes place June 7-10. “Live music is a hallmark of CMA Music Festival and we are excited to be able to add a new stage and even more performances this year,” Steve Moore, CMA Chief Executive Officer, said.

The BIC Soleil Bella Beach Stage is a new addition to this year’s CMA Music Festival with concerts and activities starting at 11:00 AM/CT each day during the Festival. The Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza, at the corner of Fifth Avenue and Broadway, is a fan favorite and a great place to catch up and coming country artists.

Artists currently scheduled to perform at the Bud Light Stage at Bridgestone Arena Plaza include:

Thursday, June 7
11:00 AM – 11:25 AM            Jeff Bates
11:45 AM – 12:10 PM             Greg Bates
12:30 PM – 12:55 PM             Julie Roberts
1:15 PM – 1:40 PM                  Tyler Farr
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM                “Classic Country Show” featuring Moe Bandy, T. Graham Brown, Jane Fricke and Gene Watson, hosted by Moore  & Moore
3:20 PM – 3:45 PM                  Trent Tomlinson
4:05 PM – 4:30 PM                  Miss Willie Brown
4:50 PM – 5:15 PM                  Cledus T. Judd

Friday, June 8
11:00 AM – 11:25 AM             Eric Paslay
11:45 AM – 12:10 PM              Rose Falcon
12:30 PM – 12:55 PM              Katie Armiger
1:15 PM – 1:40 PM                   Exile
2:00 PM – 2:25 PM                  The McClymonts
2:45 PM – 3:10 PM                  Frankie Ballard
3:30 PM – 3:55 PM                  Big Smo
4:15 PM – 4:40 PM                  Drake White
5:00 PM – 5:25 PM                  Blackberry Smoke Continue Reading

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Steel Magnolia photo courtesy of Big Machine Records.

The saying “nothing’s free” does not apply in the days leading up to the ACM Awards. The ACM Experience is the first-ever, free, three-day open-to-the public country music lifestyle event for fans during The Week Vegas Goes Country®.  Enthusiasts will “shop country, taste country, ride country, and hear country” throughout the weekend all leading up to the 47^th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Talent appearances at The ACM Experience are just part of the fun, that includes ACM BBQ Throwdown, ACM EXPO, Ram Ride and Drive and more!  Visit www.ACMcountry.com to learn more.

The ACM Experience schedule:

WHO:                    Friday, March 30, 2012 10am – 6pm                          

12:30pm               Thomas Rhett                                                     Country Thunder Stage    

1:00pm                 Greg Bates                                                          ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

1:30pm                  Dance Y’all Showcase                                       Country Thunder Stage

2:00pm                 Edens Edge                                                        Country Thunder Stage

3:00pm                 Ira Dean                                                              ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

3:30pm                  Dance Y’all Showcase                                       Country Thunder Stage

4:30 pm                 PBR & KWNR Battle of the Bands Finalist        Country Thunder Stage

5:00pm                 Andy Gibson                                                       ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

5:30pm                 Kip Moore                                                           Country Thunder Stage

Saturday, March 31, 2012 10am – 9pm                                                    

11:00am               Maggie Rose                                                       ACM Expo Acoustic Stage

11:30am               Sonia Leigh                                                         Country Thunder Stage    

12:00pm               Darren Warren                                                    ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

12:30pm               Dance Y’all Showcase                                        Country Thunder Stage

1:00pm                 Mallary Hope                                                       ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

1:30pm                 Steel Magnolia                                                    Country Thunder Stage                    

2:30pm                  PBR & KWNR Battle of the Bands Finalist        Country Thunder Stage

3:00pm                  Dance Y’all Showcase                                       Country Thunder Stage

3:30pm                 The Dirt Drifters                                                  Country Thunder Stage    

5:30pm                 Gloriana                                                              Country Thunder Stage    

Sunday, April 1, 2012 10am – 4pm                                                             

11:00am               Canaan Smith                                                      Country Thunder Stage

11:30am               Morgan Frazier                                                    ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage              

12:00pm               Blackberry Smoke                                               Country Thunder Stage    

12:30pm               Dance Y’all Showcase                                         Country Thunder Stage

1:00pm                 Chris Janson                                                       ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

1:30pm                 Levi Lowrey                                                          ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

1:30pm                  Dance Y’all Showcase                                        Country Thunder Stage

2:00pm                 David St. Romain                                                 ACM EXPO Acoustic Stage

2:30pm                 LoCash Cowboys                                                 Country Thunder Stage

3:30 pm                 PBR & KWNR Battle of the Bands Finalist          Country Thunder Stage Continue Reading

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