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Rhonda Vincent Wants YOU                                                          (To Love Her New Single - And...You Could - Take A Listen)

6/24/2019

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Rhonda Vincent didn't need much convincing. 

"As soon as Jeannie Seely started singing ‘Like I Could’ to me, I instantly loved it. It felt like it was written just for me and my vocal style. As we were recording the tracks, it just felt right. You know when you can feel that something is just right for you; like trying on that perfect dress, or pair of shoes. This song was just the right fit," she exuded. There wasn’t a song search, or a target recording date for the song. Frankly, the entire process was a continuous chain reaction of spontaneous events. Vincent discovered the song while riding in a limousine with Jeannie Seely, who was sharing her fear of co-writing by appointment, and how she finally faced her fear with the writing of the song. At the encouragement of fellow Opry member Bill Anderson, Seely wrote the song with Erin Enderlin and Bobby Tomberlin. Seely sang her new song as the limo rolled along, and Rhonda instantly loved it and told Jeannie she wanted to record it. Jeannie, in total amazement, later texted Rhonda to ask if she really wanted to record it, or was it merely an impulse reaction. Rhonda really loved it and could not wait to record it.

“I feel that many people will relate to this song and its tremendous heartbreak and sadness," said Vincent. "My hope is that there are people who hear this song, namely those in the midst of the devastation of a breakup, who will reconnect and renew their love with each other. It has a very desperate message, asking, ‘What happened, I thought you could see us together forever?’ Maybe this is the perfect song and question they need to hear to bring them back together.
”DOWNLOAD "IF I COULD" HERE.
Above: Watch "Could" co-writers Jeannie Seely and Erin Enderlin present Rhonda Vincent with a little extra present: a clever poem they wrote as thanks for recording their song.
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Listen to Randy Travis's Story Unfold in New Book Forever and Ever, Amen

6/17/2019

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By now maybe you've already heard talk about the Randy Travis memoir, Forever and Ever, Amen: A Memoir of Music, Faith, and Braving the Storms of Life released in May. And how he bravely made some CMA Fest rounds and meet-and-greets. What you may not know about the legendary true-life tale, though; is that it's available on audiobook - and told by a wordsmith who's seen his own share of battles. Touchingly narrated by award-winning songwriter Rory Feek, the ​Forever and Ever, Amen audiobook version exclusively features Feek's memories and personal reflections of Randy. (SIGN UP for a free 30-day Audible trial with Amazon; including two free downloads here). There is an Audible preview clip of the book on Amazon also.

“We all have mountains to climb and battles to fight—I’m no different. It’s my hope that someone may read my story, and either be inspired to keep up the fight and/or detour off the roads that are dead-ends,” he says. “I have always been transparent in the mistakes I’ve made—the book is no different.” - Randy Travis in Billboard

With the help of New York Times Best-Selling Author, Ken Abraham, and Travis’ wife Mary, this memoir recounts the singer’s journey of perseverance and redemption from his early childhood memories up until the book was penned, recovering from a life-changing stroke and painful divorce, enjoying the life he was given and learning to “sing a new song.” 

PS: Speaking of new songs - don't believe the hype that there's a "new" single from Randy Travis out there. Yes, "One in a Row" is new to the public; however, it's previously recorded. -TCC
Buy Forever and Ever, Amen the book by clicking image above.
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The Mavericks Embark on 30th Anniversary World Tour                Oh What a Crying Shame! To Miss It

6/14/2019

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(Photo courtesy Conqueroo).
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THE MAVERICKS CELEBRATE THREE DECADES OF MUSIC WITH 30th ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR 

Tour to run from June to November 2019.
Will include stops at noted venues in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and the U.K.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In 2019, multi-platinum, Grammy-winning, rock ’n’ roll-country-Tejano phenomenon The Mavericks celebrate 30 years of entertaining millions of people around the world with a whirlwind of new activity. 
 
The Miami-born band — back and better than ever since its reunion in 2012 — will mark three decades of uniting great Latino and American music traditions with a series of special events that celebrate a great past and look forward to the future. Over the summer and fall, the Mavericks will perform a unique version of their renowned live show that has won over crowds internationally, including appearances at some of the finest venues in Europe, Canada, the U.S., and the U.K. With special staging and a unique narrative, this anniversary show will reimagine the group’s catalog, from their early days in Miami’s punk and alternative scene through their chart-topping years in the ’90s and 2000s and right up to their reunion and creative rebirth. As well as telling storyof the Mavericks, the shows will chart the many ways in which they have intertwined traditional Tex-Mex, Latino, Norteño and Tejano music with country, rock ’n’ roll and the great American songbook — a true American story of cross-cultural inspiration. 
 
“We’re going to be bringing stuff out from the very early material right up to the most current,” explains guitarist and long-time Maverick Eddie Perez.“ And we’re going to present that in a way that’s a little special. A real production, shall we say!” 
 
When they reunited in 2012, the Mavericks promised one another that they would never become a nostalgia act and they’ve been as good as their word.
 
“I’m not one to look back, I never have been,” says co-founder, singer and key songwriter Raul Malo. “I always want to move forward with our music and look to the future, and our fans want that too — they always respond really well to every new album. 
 
“But if you can’t celebrate 30 years in such a tough business as the music industry, what can you celebrate? I’m proud that we’ve made our mark and it’s good to celebrate that. I think we’ve found the perfect way to mark these 30 years without thinking only about the past and I’m really excited to get out and play these shows.”
 
Now releasing music and developing artists for their own Mono Mundo Recordings label, running their own live shows and controlling every aspect of their career, the Mavericks are in charge of their own destiny — and they’re enjoying it. 
 
“The reason for our longevity is that we’ve been able to take control of the music we play, how we play it, and where and when we play it,” says drummer and co-founder Paul Deakin. “We’ve made enough mistakes once, twice or three times, but now we run the show. We can keep the creative spark that’s so central to what we do.” 
 
Few bands get to see even ten years in this business, let alone thirty. With a past to be proud of and a future still to be written, it’s time to celebrate the Mavericks once more.  


​*Click "read more" for a complete tour schedule.* And speaking of the (recent) past -- 
Click here to buy The Mavericks 2017 album Brand New Day. 
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How to Play Your Face: A Video Guide

6/14/2019

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Somebody drop a beat for Too Slim of @HarmonyRanch. □ #GOOattheROO pic.twitter.com/p3X3fv11Ph

— Grand Ole Opry (@opry) June 14, 2019
#Bonnaroo #GOOattheROO #RidersInTheSky #Lit
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It's Pardi Time: Jon Pardi Sells Out Opening Nights at the Ryman of His Headlining Heartache Medication Tour with New Project On the Way

6/14/2019

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Platinum-selling artist Jon Pardi has already sold out five shows on his headlining Heartache Medication Tour--including his two career-first, opening nights at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Due to high demand, Pardi will add a second night in Helotes, TX (10/13) and Bakersfield, CA (11/3), with both markets selling out in advance, in addition to also selling out Boise, ID (10/25). Tickets for the added concert dates are available to the general public today at 10 a.m. local time and can be purchased HERE. The ACM- and CMA- Award winner’s headlining Heartache Medication Tour features direct support Riley Green and kicks off on Oct. 1 and 2 (see the full list of tour dates below).
 
Pardi is touring in support of his highly-anticipated album Heartache Medication, set for release on Sept. 27. Every online ticket purchase for the Heartache Medication Tour will come with one CD copy of Pardi’s Heartache Medication album. By the way, this latest project from Pardi's musical pillbox boasts creations from the hands of hit country writers including Natalie Hemby, Jeffrey Steele, and Dean Dillon to name a few. Pardi himself lent pen to 7 of the album's 14 tracks including the title track. Ticket purchasers will receive an additional email with instructions on how to redeem the CD.
Pre-order the album Heartache Medication here, and purchase tickets to the upcoming Heartache Medication Tour here.
 
Pardi again serves as a co-producer on the upcoming album. Heartache Medication is the follow-up to Pardi’s co-produced Platinum-selling breakthrough #1 album California Sunrise, which featured Multi-Platinum, chart-topping hits including “Dirt on My Boots,” “Head Over Boots,” “Heartache on the Dancefloor” and “Night Shift." The title track and first taste of new music, “Heartache Medication,” hit the radio airwaves on June 3rd and is currently climbing the Billboard Country Airplay charts. For more information, visit www.jonpardi.com.

HEARTACHE MEDICATION TRACK LISTING
1.  “Old Hat” (Jeff Hyde, Matt Jenkins and Ryan Tyndell)

2. “ Heartache Medication” (Jon Pardi, Barry Dean and Natalie Hemby)

3.  “Nobody Leaves A Girl Like That” (Bart Butler, Marv Green and Jimmy Yeary)

4.  “Ain't Always The Cowboy” (Brandon Kinney and Josh Thompson)

5.  “Me And Jack” (Jon Pardi, Rhett Akins, Bart Butler and Luke Laird)

6.  “Don't Blame It On Whiskey (Featuring Lauren Alaina)” (Eric Church, Michael Heeney, Luke Laird and Miranda Lambert)

7.  “Tied One On” (Bart Butler, Chase McGill and Jamie Paulin)

8.  “Oughta Know That” (Jon Pardi, Bart Butler and Luke Laird)

9.  “Tequila Little Time” (Jon Pardi, Rhett Akins and Luke Laird)

10. “Buy That Man A Beer” (Clint Daniels, Justin Lantz and John Pierce)

11. “Call Me Country” (Jon Pardi, Bart Butler and Driver Williams)

12. “Just Like Old Times” (Jon Pardi, Jeff Hyde and Michael Heeney)

13. “Love Her Like She's Leaving” (Bart Butler, Dean Dillon and Jessie Jo Dillon)

14. “Starlight” (Jon Pardi, Bart Butler and Jeffrey Steele)

Produced by Jon Pardi, Bart Butler & Ryan Gore


#NatalieHemby #JeffreySteele #DeanDillon #Medication #NightShift #ComingSoon #OvertimeHours #SelfMedicating
 
For a complete list of current dates read on after "read more."


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Charles "Chip" Esten’s “Light the Summer Night” Benefit Concert Raises $27,000 for Leukemia Research

6/12/2019

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Deana Carter sings "Strawberry Wine" at Charles Esten and Friends' "Light the Summer Night". Video courtesy Melissa Coker.
​Info courtesy Nash Country Daily/Jim Casey. 
Charles Esten continued his long-running philanthropic work with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society during his inaugural “Light the Summer Night” benefit concert at Nashville’s 3rd & Lindsley on June 6th. The event, which was hosted by Shawn Parr and featured performances by Charles, Lee Brice, Eric Paslay, Jillian Cardarelli, Taylor Noelle, LaLa Deaton, The Adelaides, Andrew Rollins and Deana Carter, helped raise more than $27,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Over the years, Charles has helped raise more than $1.1 million for leukemia research with his annual Light the Night Walk (7 years) and Light the Late Night Concert (5 years). Helping fund leukemia research is a passion project for Charles and wife Patty, as their 19-year-old daughter Addie survived leukemia when she was a toddler.

“Addie has been healthy and cancer-free for over 17 beautiful years,” says Charles. “Last year, she started playing Division I soccer in college. I am honored to continue to serve as the Light the Night Honorary Chair. We raise money for this amazing organization, so that others might have the chance at the cancer-free life that our Addie has been blessed with.”

Charles’ eighth annual Light the Night Walk and Light the Late Night Concert are scheduled for Nov. 1.
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What's That Flower You Have On?                                                Tanya Tucker to Release New Music

6/5/2019

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​Legendary artist Tanya Tucker planted herself as the centerpiece of the 2019 CMT Awards - - joined by Brandi Carlile, Deana Carter, Martina McBride, Trisha Yearwood, Shooter Jennings and more on a collaboration of the iconic song "Delta Dawn", Tucker demonstrated just why we all need more Tanya in our lives (and as you'll see by the songstress's swivels in the awards performance video, her moves said whatever her voice may not have covered). This classic mainstay even somehow once found its way to Monica on Friends so it's no wonder we still want to share it with all modern-day country-loving friends too. 

Oh, a side note - no, that brown wig is not Kimberly Schlapman's real hair. -MC/TCC

As if that awards performance weren't more than enough - Tanya announced a new album (!) due on August 23rd. While I'm Livin'  is produced by none other than Shooter Jennings and Brandi Carlile. Carlile co-wrote many of the songs on Livin' with Tucker also co-writing the album's closer, "Bring My Flowers Now".
Pre-order Tanya Tucker's highly anticipated new album here. Further showing off her high ride is an official music video for the album's track "Wheels of Laredo". This project is her first album of all-new material since Tanya in 2002.

"Now" speaks to the importance of showing appreciation to those we love before it’s too late. Carlile explains, “We have so few opportunities to thank the legends that have influenced the generations of Country music singers and writers. With Tanya we have quite an opportunity because she’s young. I’m drawn to Tanya Tucker because she’s been to hell and to heaven, not to mention every square inch of Texas. She’s lived, she’s living, she’s got something to say and I’m listening.”

“Brandi is truly out of this world. She’s talented, smart, funny, never ever slows down and has a heart of gold,” says Tucker of the collaboration. “I just love her. She was like my shadow when we were in the studio. Every time I turned around, she was there. And Shooter, I’ve known him since he was a baby. He’s the one who brought us all together. So I’m ready to get this music out there because it’s different than anything I’ve ever done.”


Click "read more" for full track listing and songwriter info below. 

​#ShooterJennings #TanyaTuckerNewMusic #DeltaDawn #BrandiCarlile #Sparrow #Laredo #Horses

I'm excited to finally share my brand #newmusicvideo with you! It's for my new song "The Wheels of Laredo" off my upcoming album "While I'm Livin'" produced by @BrandiCarlile and @ShooterJennings! Watch the full video >>> https://t.co/aZR4by2ZEi □Let me know what you think! pic.twitter.com/SzT8DWZKhU

— Tanya Tucker (@tanya_tucker) June 5, 2019
***Tanya Tucker would like everyone to know that the humane treatment of horses in Tennessee is all of our responsibility. To support compassionate horse rescue please visit http://redemptionroadrescue.com and donate today.*** 
                        Click album cover to pre-order. 

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Crazy, Girl?

6/1/2019

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If you're a crazy girl (or boy) soon to be in the Nashville vicinity then here's some sound advice: On June 4th find your way out of that straightjacket and band together with 2019 CMT Music Award nominees The Eli Young Band as they headline to help out Musicians on Call.

We've almost all been tethered to a hospital bed at some point; it's times like these that Musicians On Call says don't worry; be happy - they bring the show to the patients (and maybe even provide a note of patience in the process). No more watching hours on end of "American Pickers" just wishing you knew how to change the channel to some music (uh, just an example I heard from a friend). "On Call" is right and they'll be right in your hall (even if that hall is a ward). Sweet relief with a few sweet tunes. Bringing their best bedside manners and singing some promising praises. Tickets/More info here.
​--Melissa Coker

The organization is celebrating 20 years. 
​#MusicHeals
#EliYoungBand
#KeepOnDreaming 
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