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Alan Jackson Celebrates 20 Years with 34 #1′s

Posted by TawnyTucker on September 7th, 2010

This year, superstar Alan Jackson is celebrating the 20-year anniversary of his debut album, and he’s doing it in style with the November 23rd release of 34 Number Ones, a career-spanning, double-disc collection featuring all 34 of Jackson’s #1 hits. With 37 songs in all, the project will also include two rare tracks and the new single, “As She’s Walking Away,” with Zac Brown Band featuring Alan Jackson.

Alongside Alan’s first chart-topper, 1990’s “Here in the Real World,” fans will find such enduring favorites as “Gone Country” (1995); Jackson’s poignant, GRAMMY-winning “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning)” (2001); the Jimmy Buffett duet “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” (2003); last year’s “Country Boy,” and many more. Also included are the beautiful “Look at Me” (previously available on the 2008 soundtrack to Billy: The Early Years) and Jackson’s never-before-released take on the classic Johnny Cash hit, “Ring of Fire.”

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More ‘We’re All for the Hall’ Details…Keith Urban Packs-in the STAR Power

Posted by TawnyTucker on September 7th, 2010

The 2nd annual Keith Urban & Friends We’re All for the Hall benefit concert is going to be bigger than ever!!! Joining Keith on stage for the Country Music Hall of Fame benefit will be Vince Gill, Dolly Parton and Charley Pride, John Mayer, Alan Jackson, Martina McBride, Miranda Lambert, Alison Krauss, and Billy Currington.

“This year we’ve created a musical theme called ‘Heroes,’” said Urban. 
“I’ve asked each artist to play one of their favorite songs from one of their country heroes, besides of course, one of their own hits. There’s no doubt that this audience is going to experience a really special night – some of their favorite artists doing songs that, in some cases, they may have never even played live before…and quite possibly won’t ever again.”

Last year’s benefit raised over $500,000 for the hall of fame….this year’s concert promises to be bigger and better.

Reserved seat tickets, which are priced at a family friendly $25 and $35 plus fees, will go on sale Friday, September 17th, at 10:00 a.m. at ticketmaster.com, all Ticketmaster locations and the Bridgestone Arena Box Office. Tickets may also be charged by phone at (800) 745-3000.

VIP packages ranging from $1,000-$3,000 will go on sale at the Country Music Hall of Fame box office on Friday, September 17th, at www.countrymusichalloffame.org and include everything from one on one meet n’ greets, autograph guitars, premium concert seats, and dinner invitations.

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Loretta Lynn: A Tribute Due This Fall

Posted by Country Girl on September 6th, 2010

She’s a music legend. And come the fall, Loretta Lynn will get one of those kinds of perks that come to the true legends, a tribute album. The album, called “Coal Miner’s Daughter,” will feature a bunch of country stars performing Lynn’s hits over the years. Among those taking part are Alan Jackson, Sheryl Crow, Carrie Underwood and Lee Ann Womack. Lynn says in a statement that she’s happy that her fellow musicians wanted to cover her music. The tribute project is timed for release in November, and will mark 50 years since Lynn dropped her debut single, “I’m A Honky Tonk Girl.”

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CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock TONIGHT – Set Those DVR’s

Posted by Country Girl on September 1st, 2010

Watch CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock Wed Sept 1 8/7c on ABC!

If you haven’t already don’t forget to set those DVR’s for TONIGHT!   “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock!” airs tonight at 8/7c on ABC!  This year’s concerts were FANTASTIC and you are going to watch it over and over again.

See more than 20 of your favorite artists perform including an opening number you won’t want to miss. Artists performing include: Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum, Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley, Billy Currington, Alan Jackson, Jamey Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Justin Moore, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Kid Rock, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Taylor Swift, Josh Turner, Uncle Kracker, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban and Zac Brown Band.

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CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock

Posted by Country Girl on August 25th, 2010

Watch CMA Music Festival: Country's Night to Rock Wed Sept 1 8/7c on ABC!

Don’t forget to watch “CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock!” Wed., Sept. 1st at 8/7c on ABC!    

See more than 20 of your favorite artists perform including an opening number you won’t want to miss. Artists performing include: Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum, Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley, Billy Currington, Alan Jackson, Jamey Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Justin Moore, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Kid Rock, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, Taylor Swift, Josh Turner, Uncle Kracker, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban and Zac Brown Band.

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You Can Choose the Space Shuttle Wake-Up Songs

Posted by Country Girl on August 23rd, 2010

Only two space shuttle flights are left. That means there are only a few chances to choose music for the astronauts’ wake-up calls. Normally, that music is selected by family and friends of the astronauts. But, for the end of the shuttle program, NASA is throwing it open to the public.

You can vote on any one of NASA’s top 40. Those are NASA favorites that were used to wake up astronauts. They include tunes from Willie Nelson, Aaron Tippin, Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffett. There’s another angle to this. NASA is accepting original songs. They’ll be voted on, too. Details are at https://songcontest.nasa.gov

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Cracker Barrel Presents Rodney Atkins

Posted by TawnyTucker on August 18th, 2010

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is pleased to announce that country music star Rodney Atkins will release his next album with the popular family restaurant chain. Cracker Barrel Presents Rodney Atkins will be available on September 6th, and will feature four #1 hits, including “These Are My People,” “Watching You,” and the current Billboard Top 20 and rising single “Farmer’s Daughter” which is approaching 300,000 digital downloads in just a few short months. The CD will also feature the previously unreleased song “More Like Your Memory (Always Takes Me Back),” and will be available only at Cracker Barrel.

Like millions of Americans, Rodney enjoys stopping at Cracker Barrel when he’s on the road, sitting for awhile on the front porch, and having a great meal.

“I love seeing a ” Cracker Barrel Up Ahead” sign on the road cause we all know that whenever you stop by, you are guaranteed to get a great meal – just like home. I’m excited to team up with the Cracker Barrel family and to make this new CD available exclusively to the folks stopping by.” said Rodney. Menu favorites for Rodney include the open roast beef sandwich, biscuits n’gravy, hash brown casserole, chicken n’ dumplins and of course a “big ol’ glass of sweet tea with lemon”.

The previously unreleased song on Cracker Barrel Presents Rodney Atkins, “More Like Your Memory (Always Takes Me Back),” is one of the first songs that Rodney wrote that opened the door to get to produce his own records with long-time co-producer, Ted Hewitt.

Cracker Barrel’s exclusive music program features numerous projects. In July of this year of this year, Cracker Barrel released Craig Morgan’s That’s Why- Collector’s Edition, and in May the release of Wynonna’s Love Heals debuted at #7 on the Billboard Magazine Top Country Albums chart. February’s release of Dailey & Vincent Sing the Statler Brothers debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Bluegrass Albums chart, where it spent nine weeks in the top position and 18 weeks overall in one of the three top positions since its release on February 1st. Releases in 2009 included November’s Songs of Love and Heartache by Alan Jackson, September’s release of an exclusive new version of The Foundation by the Zac Brown Band, August’s George Jones’ release of A Collection Of My Best Recollection, May’s release of Montgomery Gentry’s For Our Heroes, which debuted at #5 on Billboard Magazine’s Top Country Albums chart, and March’s release of Dolly Parton’s Collector’s Edition of Backwoods Barbie, which debuted at #9 on that chart. Over the last few years, Cracker Barrel has released exclusive CDs with Bill Gaither, Kenny Rogers, Ricky Skaggs, Aaron Tippin, Alison Krauss & Union Station, Josh Turner, Amy Grant, Sara Evans, and Charlie Daniels.

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Alan Jackson Honored by ASCAP

Posted by TawnyTucker on August 9th, 2010

ASCAP  will honor Alan Jackson with its Founders Award at the ASCAP Country Music Awards on Tuesday, September 14th at the War Memorial Auditorium in downtown Nashville.

The Founders Award, which honors songwriters and composers who have made pioneering contributions to music. During his 20-year career, Alan Jackson has scored 34 No. 1 hits and sold 50 million records. He is a seven-time ASCAP Songwriter/Artist of the Year and a reciepeint of the ASCAP Golden Note Award.

Other Founders Award recipients include Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Smokey Robinson, Emmylou Harris, James Taylor and Jackson Browne.

“Alan is one of the most prolific and influential artists in country music,” said ASCAP President and Chairman Paul Williams. “He has consistently topped the charts without compromising his artistry, style and love of tradition, captivating millions with songs that are honest, heartfelt and entertaining. He’s a genuine superstar, and we are very proud to honor him with ASCAP’s Founders Award.”

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Zac Brown Band Takes “Free” to #1!

Posted by TawnyTucker on August 9th, 2010

Zac Brown Band has hit the top spot of the Media Base charts with their current single “Free.” Fans can pre-order their next album, You Get What You Give, set for release on September 21st. Visit ZacBrownBand.com to stream this album’s first single “As She’s Walking Away,” featuring Alan Jackson.

Here is the track listing for You Get What You Give:
1. Let It Go
2. Knee Deep (feat. Jimmy Buffett)
3. No Hurry
4. I Play The Road
5. Cold Hearted
6. Whiskey’s Gone
7. Quiet Your Mind
8. Colder Weather
9. Settle Me Down
10. As She’s Walking Away (feat. Alan Jackson)
11. Keep Me In Mind
12. Who Knows
13. Martin
14. Make This Day

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September 1st is Country’s Night to Rock!!

Posted by TawnyTucker on August 5th, 2010

“CMA Music Festival: Country’s Night to Rock” airs Wednesday, September 1st (8:00-11:00 PM/ET) on ABC. Tim McGraw serves as host for the annual celebration of America’s music.

The special features performances by Jason Aldean, Billy Currington, Alan Jackson, Kid Rock, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Justin Moore, Brad Paisley, Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton with Trace Adkins, Josh Turner, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, and Zac Brown Band filmed in front of a sold-out audience in June during CMA Music Festival in Nashville.

One highlight of the show is a special performance by reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Taylor Swift, who premiered her new single “Mine” for her fans at a top-secret private event in Nashville during CMA Music Festival.

Viewers will also enjoy two collaborative performances filmed at Fuel Bar & Nightclub in Downtown Nashville in front of a jam-packed crowd of Festival attendees. First, Dierks Bentley and Jamey Johnson join Lambert to sing “Bad Angel.” Later, Uncle Kracker and Kid Rock perform “Good To Be Me.”

Offering an insider’s glimpse at the Festival, Lady Antebellum allowed cameras to follow them for a day at the event. Viewers will see the reigning CMA Vocal Group of the Year perform at their fan club party, interact with Festival attendees during an unplanned appearance in the Fan Fair Exhibit Hall, and more.

This year, CMA Music Festival served as the Grand Re-Opening of Nashville, after the city and surrounding areas experienced a devastating flood in May. The flood, the recovery efforts, and the coming together of the Nashville community to help its fellow citizens will be spotlighted in the television special. CMA is donating 50 percent of this year’s net proceeds from the Festival to the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee for flood relief. As always, the other 50 percent of net proceeds will be donated to the Nashville Alliance for Public Education through CMA’s Keep the Music Playing program to purchase instruments and supplies for music education in Metro Nashville Public Schools.

The annual CMA Music Festival is unlike any other, with four days filled with more than one hundred hours of live music, 30 hours of autograph signings by Country Music’s biggest names and up and comers, hundreds of artists and celebrities, and a party list of thousands of avid fans. This is the sixth time ABC will broadcast this special – which invites the whole country to America’s biggest Country Music bash – since the original Fan Fair® was launched in 1972. This year an average of 65,000 fans from every state and 26 foreign countries attended each day of CMA Music Festival, its biggest turnout yet.

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All New Episdoes of CMT’s Invitation Only Featuring Miranda Lambert, Toby Keith, Rascal Flatts, & Kenny Chesney This Fall!

Posted by TawnyTucker on August 4th, 2010

Kenny Chesney, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Rascal Flatts are headed to the Invitation Only stage when all new episodes begin airing Monday, August 23rd. Miranda Lambert will kick-off the new episodes when Invitation Only: Miranda Lambert premiers on Monday, August 23rd at 9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., ET/PT.

New episodes of Invitation Only will debut monthly this fall featuring Kenny Chesney premiering Monday, September 27th, Toby Keith on Friday, October 8th and Rascal Flatts on Monday, November 15th. Previous episodes have featured Brooks & Dunn, Alan Jackson, Reba McEntire, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban.

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Taylor Swift Makes Top 3 Grossing Tours of 2010 so Far

Posted by TawnyTucker on July 15th, 2010

Pollstar.com has released the top grossing tours of 2010 so far, and country music is representing in a big way.  Bon Jovi  and James Taylor/Carole King take the top two spots, but third top grossing tour of 2010 so far is Taylor Swift with $34.2 million so far and over half a million tickets sold. The George Strait / Reba / Lee Ann Womack tour rounds out the top five with $29.8 million.

You can see the entire list here. Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Brooks & Dunn, Sugarland, Rascal Flatts, Jason Aldean, Zac Brown Band, Alan Jackson, Willie Nelson, and Martina McBride/Trace Adkins all make the top 100 North American Grossing Tours so far of 2010.

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What is Your Favorite Patriotic Song?

Posted by Country Girl on July 1st, 2010

In honor and celebration of the 4th of July we want to know your favorite country patriotic song.  If we left one out please leave a comment to tell us your favorite.  We will post videos of your top 3 choices on Sunday, July 4th.

 

What is Your Favorite Patriotic Country Song?

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Country Music Food for the Soul eBay Auction – Online NOW!

Posted by Country Girl on June 22nd, 2010

Please don’t forget about Country Music Tattle Tale’s online charity auction benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee.  All of the autographed items are up for bid on Ebay. 100% of the proceeds will go to benefit the non-profit organization.

We have items from all of your favorite country music artists!  Joey + Rory, Fast Ryde, Thompson Square, Blake Shelton, Eric Durrance, Mallary Hope, Luke Bryan, Montgomery Gentry, Carrie Underwood, Dolly Parton, Alan Jackson, Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley, TelluRide, Jake Owen, Zac Brown Band and more!

Click Here to Visit Ebay Now and Start Bidding

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT 100% OF THE PROCEEDS WILL GO TO BENEFIT SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE.

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Country Has a “Rich List” and I’m Sure You Can Guess Who’s on It

Posted by Country Girl on June 21st, 2010

Forbes released its annual listing of country music’s top-earning stars and it’s no surprise who’s names top the list.

The slump in the economy hasn’t hit our favorite artists very hard because the numbers are up from last year. The top 10 artists pulled in a combined $321 million in the year ended June 2010.

Kenny Chesney topped the list with $50 million
Toby Keith landed in the No. 2 spot on the list with $48 million
Taylor Swift and Rascal Flatts tied for third with $45 million

The second half of the top 10 featured Tim McGraw ($30 million), Keith Urban ($28 million), George Strait ($25 million), Brad Paisley ($22 million), Alan Jackson ($15 million) and Carrie Underwood ($13 million).

In the article that was published with the list, Forbes noted what all of us country fans already know.

Country fans are often loyal to their favorite artists for a long time. “Fame in Nashville seems to come with an irrevocable ticket into the hearts and wallets of country fans who, like the heroes of a sad song, are in it for the long haul.” The article offered a rationale for country music’s ability to ride the economic storm facing the entire music industry a bit better than some of its other formats.

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CMT Debuts 9 New Music Videos on Big New Music Weekend

Posted by TawnyTucker on June 16th, 2010

CMT heats up summer with a sizzling lineup of new music videos when CMT BIG NEW MUSIC WEEKEND returns on Friday, June 18th through Sunday, June 20th. Nine music videos will debut on CMT, CMT.com and CMT Pure from Lady Antebellum, Tim McGraw, Reba, Trace Adkins, Alan Jackson, LeAnn Rimes, Gary Allan, Danny Gokey and James Otto. The nine featured videos will include introductions by the artists themselves, and will be the only videos aired throughout the weekend on CMT.

Video premieres included in CMT BIG NEW MUSIC WEEKEND are as follows:
• Lady Antebellum – “Stars Tonight”
• Tim McGraw – “Still”
• Reba – “If I Were a Boy”
• Trace Adkins – “This Ain’t No Love Song”
• Alan Jackson – “Hard Hat and a Hammer”
• LeAnn Rimes – “Swingin’”
• Gary Allan – “Get Off On the Pain”
• Danny Gokey – “I Will Not Say Goodbye”
• James Otto – “Groovy Little Summer Song”

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