Latest news releases for Art and Entertainment Country Music from PRWeb 2009-01-05T05:04:34Z http://ww1.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.gif PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/atom10/ $lastmod Coldwater Canyon new sound "Cali Country" is getting the attention of music industry executives with their single "Country Girlz" on Billboard Hot single Sales Chart at #19. (PRWeb Jan 5, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/01/prweb1800604.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/01/prweb1800604.htm $lastmod Don't miss the opportunity to see and hear this spectacular, authentic recreation of a Patsy Cline Concert. Stop by booth #119 in the Rhinelander Hall at the New York Hilton to hear about our Economy Package and how to put customers in your threatre seats! (PRWeb Jan 2, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/01/prweb1812054.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/01/prweb1812054.htm $lastmod During every economic downturn, the music business has actually thrived by giving the world positive, hopeful songs. Rand Bishop, the Grammy-nominated author of a new book, Makin' Stuff Up -- secrets of song-craft and survival in the music-biz, advises his peers that keeping the message upbeat can lead to a win/win for both the industry and the public. (PRWeb Dec 30, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1805814.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1805814.htm $lastmod December is a month dedicated to gift shopping, preparing for the holidays, office parties, and hosting friends and families at your home. After all the hustle and labor to make the holidays special and magical for all in your life, it's time to treat yourself.Divine Performing Arts is many performances presented as one, ranging from grand classical processions to touching ethnic and folk dances. All around are stunningly exquisite costumes, perfect harmonies of sound and movement, and an energy that draws the audience out of their normal world.Tickets start at $49, with purchasing information at http://showsdetroit.com/ or by calling (313) 254-4762 or (313) 943-2354. (PRWeb Dec 25, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1791354.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1791354.htm $lastmod The next installment of "Make A Star," the first Web-to-TV talent show, will air Saturday, December 20th at 10:30 a.m. ET/PT as a syndicated program on FUSE. (PRWeb Dec 19, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1772494.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1772494.htm $lastmod Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to Visit Posts and Kick Off Entertainment Events Featuring Lewis Black, Kellie Pickler, Tichina Arnold, Zac Brown, Kathleen Madigan and John Bowman (PRWeb Dec 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/USO/HolidayTour/prweb1766184.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/USO/HolidayTour/prweb1766184.htm $lastmod In a move to preserve, celebrate and educate the public about the original and eclectic fabric of American music, the Texas Folk Music Foundation (TFMF), a 501(c)3 Texas Non-profit Corporation, today announced it has acquired the assets of Kerrville Folk Festival, Inc., including the Kerrville Folk Festival and the Kerrville Wine & Music Festival, two of the premier folk and singer/songwriter festivals in the country. The “Kerrville Folk Festival” will now benefit from the tax-free donation of private and public monies to support and promote songwriters, songwriting, folk music education and live performances of traditional folk, bluegrass, acoustic rock, blues, country, jazz and Americana music. Donations from Foundation and Festival supporters made this transition possible. (PRWeb Dec 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/folk_festival/kerrville_folk/prweb1753394.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/folk_festival/kerrville_folk/prweb1753394.htm $lastmod GMV Nashville Adds Classic Titles to Digital Catalog. Terri Hollowell, Country Hits You Missed Vol. 1 Now Available. (PRWeb Dec 14, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1745364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1745364.htm $lastmod Panels Educate, Speakers Motivate, Artists Celebrate at CRS-40 (PRWeb Dec 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1729364.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1729364.htm $lastmod For the month of December, GACTV.com honors Rascal Flatts for the band's unwavering success in country music. (PRWeb Dec 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/GAC/RascalFlatts/prweb1711884.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/GAC/RascalFlatts/prweb1711884.htm $lastmod CD Collection Commemorates 10th Anniversary of Sahm's Death. All Star Salute includes Levon Helm, Los Lobos, Jimmie Vaughan, Delbert McClinton, Alejandro Escovedo and More! (PRWeb Dec 6, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1708244.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1708244.htm $lastmod Entrepreneur and singer/songwriter Pat Garrett keeps both his music and his coats American-made (PRWeb Dec 4, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1708004.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1708004.htm $lastmod On November 18, 2008, Sourcebooks launched the first of their enhanced digital books. These are innovative digital products that allow the reader an immersion experience in the book. (PRWeb Dec 3, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1698724.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/12/prweb1698724.htm $lastmod Now Online Shoppers can "Tune In" Christmas Internet Radio from Around the World! (PRWeb Nov 26, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/christmas/radio/prweb1671994.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/christmas/radio/prweb1671994.htm $lastmod Following its pre-Christmas premiere run on Louisiana's Super Station LCN-TV, the much-anticipated video of Susan Cowsill's Crescent City Snow will be available on Myspace and YouTube. (PRWeb Nov 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1656074.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1656074.htm $lastmod Fancast.com, the ultimate, next generation entertainment site where users can watch premium entertainment for free will host a day of live blog discussions on Monday, November 24, 2008. Fans are invited to join two-time “Dancing with the Stars” winner Julianne Hough beginning at 9:00 AM PST (12:00 PM EST) followed by FX Network original series “Sons of Anarchy” star Charlie Hunnam and executive producer Kurt Sutter beginning at 11:00 AM PST (2:00 PM EST). (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/julianne_hough/am_pst/prweb1654694.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/julianne_hough/am_pst/prweb1654694.htm $lastmod ole Wins Two SESAC Awards For Liz Rose/Taylor Swift Hits (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1641864.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1641864.htm $lastmod To make good on a promise, Lisa Loucks Christenson, Wildlife Artist and host of Lisa's Walk The Talk Show presented Charlie Daniels a Limited Edition, number 1 of 3 giclee prints titled, Daniels Charlie to the country legend just before a stellar performance Saturday night in Wisconsin Dells, WI. The Eaglet was named for Charlie to honor him for his work and support of our troops. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1633824.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1633824.htm $lastmod TUTM Entertainment, LLC with catalog of over 25,000 songs entered into an exclusive licensing deal with Downtown Music LLC, in which Downtown will represent the TUTM Catalog for all synchronization placements. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1619624.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1619624.htm $lastmod Stephanie Williams may be a down home Maryland country girl, but she sounds like one of the new polished female superstars featured at this year's CMA Awards. Produced by veteran hitmaker Robert Metzgar, Williams latest single release, "Real Fire" has just made it into Billboard's top 150 hot country singles at radio stations around the globe. Williams has been compared to Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Jessica Simpson all her contemporaries in country music. (PRWeb Nov 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1594144.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1594144.htm $lastmod ole Signs Livetronic Pioneers "The New Deal" (PRWeb Nov 7, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1578144.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/11/prweb1578144.htm $lastmod Luke Powers' Folk/Americana CD Creates State of Mind and is a rave with critics. (PRWeb Nov 5, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/texasee/biggerthantexas/prweb1569904.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/texasee/biggerthantexas/prweb1569904.htm $lastmod HyperDIY Media are offering bands a new service which promises to take the weight off unsigned or independent artists, by helping build their fan base, raise awareness of the artist and directly engage the public so as to help grow a bands following. (PRWeb Oct 31, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/fifth/beatle/prweb1546814.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/fifth/beatle/prweb1546814.htm $lastmod One Up Web Services launches Whoditty.com to help music enthusiasts find tunes by lyrics or by tags that describe where the song was heard, such as on a commercial or in a movie. (PRWeb Oct 29, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/music-search/social-network/prweb1533204.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/music-search/social-network/prweb1533204.htm $lastmod First ever Web-to-TV show premieres on November 22nd on FUSE. (PRWeb Oct 27, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1523524.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1523524.htm $lastmod Pro-gun song by singer/songwriter Mike Fischer echoes the sentiments of those "small-town dwelling, bitter folks that cling to their guns and religion ..." (PRWeb Oct 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008Second-Amendment/10Guns/prweb1513484.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008Second-Amendment/10Guns/prweb1513484.htm $lastmod New Web site CraigMorgan.CaseIH.com gives users access to behind-the-scenes photos of Craig Morgan taken during the taping of the Great American Country television special, "Craig Morgan: Back to Bragg, presented by Case IH." It also includes the latest concert tour schedule, concert photos, the latest news, and working photos from Morgan's farm near Nashville, Tenn. (PRWeb Oct 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/craigmorgan/farmall/prweb1486004.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/craigmorgan/farmall/prweb1486004.htm $lastmod Largest regional songwriting contest in US and Canada honors eight Ontario songwriters. (PRWeb Oct 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1508794.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1508794.htm $lastmod Tim Mahoney once hoped for a record deal, but after 10 years in the music business and winning the Grand Prize in the Great Lakes Songwriting Contest, he has no regrets (PRWeb Oct 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1502944.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1502944.htm $lastmod Former pro baseball player Derek Sholl has taken a step into the country music spotlight with the October 14 release of his album, HERE. His radio single, "(I'll Be) Here," impacts major country music radio stations across the nation beginning today. (PRWeb Oct 20, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1489284.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1489284.htm $lastmod Jett Edwards' announces the release of his "Revealed (XXL)" CD single, featuring Obama campaign songs "Blood Oil" and "Made N America" and bonus track "One More Mile." The tracks, one of which entered the Billboard Hot Singles Sales Chart last week at #36 and the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles Sales Chart at #3, are available for immediate download through major online and electronic retailers. (PRWeb Oct 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/adultcontemporary/jettedwards/prweb1467954.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/adultcontemporary/jettedwards/prweb1467954.htm $lastmod GACTV.com honors the harmonious and infectious sounds of Little Big Town as October's Artist of the Month. (PRWeb Oct 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/GAC/LittleBigTown/prweb1471154.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/GAC/LittleBigTown/prweb1471154.htm $lastmod Song BMG and Legacy Recordings released Johnny Cash’s At Folsom Prison, Legacy Edition, on October 13th and only local Folsom, California, websites have the first listen streams from the new box set. (PRWeb Oct 15, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1471184.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1471184.htm $lastmod "Solidbodies, the 50 Year Guitar War" is being introduced this week to programmers from around the world during one of the broadcast industry's largest markets. (PRWeb Oct 14, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/guitar/documentary/prweb1457244.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/guitar/documentary/prweb1457244.htm $lastmod Mr. Costumes, a premier online retailer for quality costumes and accessories in the U.S. has teamed up with announcers Lynn, Bill and KC of KKNG 93.3 FM 'King Country' in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to sponsor the morning show's Annual Listener Halloween Party. (PRWeb Oct 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/mrcostumes/kkng/prweb1457044.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/mrcostumes/kkng/prweb1457044.htm $lastmod Mike Scovel, one of America's favorite greeting card artists, was named 2008 Cartoonist of the Year by the Academy of Western Artists at their annual awards ceremony on September 23rd at the Garland Theater in Garland, Texas. (PRWeb Oct 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1450054.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1450054.htm $lastmod k.d. lang will perform from her critically acclaimed new album, Watershed, at the Touhill Performing Arts Center, October 18 at 8 p.m. (PRWeb Oct 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1445774.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1445774.htm $lastmod "Stevie Ray" is a LIVE (Ringtone / MP3) tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan from Scott West's upcoming album "AUSTIN" and features a well heeled group of Austin and Los Angeles musicians. Stevie Ray Vaughan became eligible for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year, but was overlooked by the nominating committee. West recorded "Stevie Ray" to raise SRV awareness and help Stevie Ray Vaughan fans everywhere find the Future Hall of Fame vote page. (PRWeb Oct 2, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1410554.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1410554.htm $lastmod GRAMMY-nominated Texasee walks the razor's edge between imagination and reality, sin and redemption, in a mythical America somewhere between Austin and Nashville. (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/lukepowers/texasee/prweb1410544.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/lukepowers/texasee/prweb1410544.htm $lastmod AristoMedia Video Department Partners With Broken Bow Records To Offer Craig Morgan Promotion (PRWeb Oct 1, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1403224.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/10/prweb1403224.htm