Faith Hill - April 2008 Newsletter

Hey Country Interviews Online! We hope you've enjoyed the April showers and are looking forward to May flowers - and some exciting contests! A Prize A Day in the Month of May! FaithFullAccess Members will have the opportunity to enter to win A Prize a Day in the Month of May! Prize packs of autographed Faith items will be given out daily! In addition, THREE BIG PRIZES will be given out throughout the month! May 15 - 1st Place Prize Packs : TWO lucky winners will win a PAIR OF 4-DAY PASSES TO THE CMA MUSIC FESTIVAL in Nashville June 5-8!* *Travel, food and hotel not included. May 31 GRAND PRIZE: One lucky Fan Club member will win an autographed copy of every CD in Faith Hill’s collection, set beautifully into a plaque that will be personalized for the winner! Daily Prize Packs include signed Faith Hill mousepads, CDs, and more! This contest is only open to CURRENT FaithFullAccess members. If you're already a member, ENTER HERE! If you haven't joined yet, JOIN TODAY... Or RENEW! CMA Music Festival Faith is slated to perform at the CMA Music Festival Friday, June 6! CLICK HERE to buy your tickets! Christmas Album Complete! Faith recently finished recording her upcoming Christmas album! We will have more information coming up in May, and FaithFullAccess Members can look forward to even MORE exclusive contests surrounding the release of the album later this year! FaithFullAccess EXCLUSIVES Stay up-to-date and have access to all things Faith with FaithFullAccess. As a member of Faith Hill's official fan club, FaithFullAccess, you can take advantage of exclusive offers such as the Prize a Day in the Month of May contest, Faith's Blog, photo galleries, videos, wall papers, message board threads, and more! Join today to get instant access! Keep up with all things Faith on FaithHill.com! Thanks for your support!! -FaithHill.com

Rissi Palmer TV Alert

RFD-TV REPEATS "CROOK & CHASE" EPISODE FEATURING RISSI PALMER

THURSDAY, MAY 1 - 9PM EASTERN

Rissi Palmer made her debut appearance in February on the new "Crook & Chase" show now airing on RFD-TV. She performed, "Hold On To Me" from her self-titled debut. In case you missed it the first time, RFD-TV will re-broadcast the episode this Thursday, May 1 at 9pm ET (check local listings).

Providers that offer RFD-TV in Nashville include:

COMCAST, Channel 163

DIRECTV, Channel 379

DISH Network, Channel 232

CRYSTAL GAYLE OFF TO ASIA TO PERFORM AT FLOWER POWER PEACE FESTIVAL!

, CRYSTAL GAYLE OFF TO ASIA TO PERFORM AT FLOWER POWER PEACE FESTIVAL! Crystal Gayle to join, Don McClean, The Alan Parsons Project, Donovan, The Kingston Trio and Others in Seoul, South Korea (Nashville, TN) – This week, country music’s classiest lady, Crystal Gayle will make the 15-hour flight to Seoul, South Korea to join some of folk and pop music’s biggest names for the Flower Power Peace Festival spectacular! Crystal will join the likes of music legends, Don McClean, The Alan Parsons Project, Donovan, The Kingston Trio, Judy Collins, The Brothers Four, Dr. Hook, Melanie Safka and Blood, Sweat & Tears for the two-day peace jam. “Well, I have always been a ‘Flower Child’ at heart,” says Crystal. “The lineup is amazing… being asked to join these amazing entertainers, of which I myself am a personal fan of, is awesome… this will be an incredible event!” The Flower Power Peace Festival will take place on May 4th and 5th at the Jamsil Olympic Stadium in the heart of Seoul, the tenth largest city in the world. Crystal will take the stage at the festival on May 4th at 7:00 pm. Her performance at the star studded-event is meant to promote peace in Korea, the only country still divided since World War II. Multi-platinum country-pop sensation Crystal Gayle has nineteen #1 singles to her credit. Earlier in her career, Crystal took home the Grammys’ “Best Female Country Vocal Performance” award with her hit, “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue.” She’s a former ACM “Top New Female Vocalist” winner, a three-time ACM “Top Female Vocalist” winner and a two-time recipient of the CMA’s “Female Vocalist of the Year” Award. She’s won the AMA’s “Favorite Female Artist” award on three separate occasions and was the first country music singer to reach platinum sales. For more information on Crystal Gayle, visit www.crystalgayle.com.

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LITTLE BIG TOWN RIDES FOR A CURE

, LITTLE BIG TOWN RIDES FOR A CURE Nashville, Tennessee – Platinum artists Little Big Town will take to the streets at the second annual Ride For A Cure motorcycle ride on Sunday, June 8, 2008 benefiting the T.J. Martell Foundation. The ride will kick off at the Harley-Davidson of Cool Springs and end at the future location of Harley-Davidson of Columbia for a field party where Applebee’s will provide a post-ride barbecue lunch followed by a special jam session with Little Big Town and friends. Celebrities and special guests participating in the ride include Darryl Worley, Lonestar, Gary Chapman, GAC’s Storme Warren, Heidi Newfield, Bo Bice, Jennifer Hansen, Mark Nestler, Trent Tomlinson, Ira Dean, Keith Anderson, Chuck Wicks, Jeff Allen, Charles Kelly of Lady Antebellum, James Otto and Christian Kane, to name a few. “We are excited to be involved with the Ride For A Cure to help raise vital research dollars for the T.J. Martell Foundation,” said Karen Fairchild of Little Big Town. “Folks will be able to come out and ride, have a great lunch and enjoy a fun show. It is a great way for everyone involved to make a difference.” Riders will have the opportunity to purchase a VIP Access Package for $250 to include a meet and greet with Little Big Town, ride swag bag and lunch. For $35, riders will receive a t-shirt and lunch. Non-rider tickets are $35 and include lunch. All guests attending will be able to stay for the post event jam session. Participants will have the opportunity to collect pledges and raise additional funds for the foundation. Anyone who raises $100 or more will receive extra swag items. Sponsors for the Ride For A Cure include Harley-Davidson of Cool Springs and Columbia, Applebee’s, Custom Uniform Service, The Auto Collection of Cool Springs, Manheim Auto Auction, Dippin’ Dots, Wrangler and 95.5 The Wolf. “We are expecting a great turn out this year,” said Ricky Kelley, owner of Harley-Davidson of Cool Springs and Harley-Davidson of Columbia and Co-Chairman of the Ride For A Cure. “It will be a great way for people to enjoy a beautiful summer afternoon and help a great cause at the same time.” To register for the Ride For A Cure, log onto www.tjmartellfoundation.org/Ride-for-a-cure.aspx or call (615) 256-2002. About the T.J. Martell Foundation The T.J. Martell Foundation is a national non-profit organization that supports innovative research for leukemia, cancer and AIDS research through eight top research hospitals in the United States. In Nashville, the Foundation annually supports cancer research through the Frances Williams Preston Laboratories at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. The Frances Williams Preston Laboratories were established in 1993 in honor of Frances Williams Preston, national President of the T.J. Martell Foundation and former President and CEO of BMI. About Little Big Town Little Big Town released Platinum-selling record, The Road to Here, in 2005 which included Gold Digital Certified, "Boondocks." In 2006, the foursome landed two Grammy nominations including Best Country Album for The Road to Here and Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group for “Boondocks”. Billboard Magazine also named them Independent Artist of the Year and named The Road to Here Independent Album of the Year. In 2007, they were awarded Academy of Country Music’s Top New Vocal Group. The critically-acclaimed A Place to Land, was released last fall. Little Big Town has toured extensively with Martina McBride and also joined George Strait on his sold-out arena tour this year. Little Big Town is now signed to Capital Records Nashville and will be releasing a new single soon. To catch up with the band and learn more visit www.littlebigtown.com.

DARON NOROOD JOINS ALL-STAR LINE-UP TO HONOR DR. MAYA ANGELOU

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DARON NORWOOD JOINS ALL-STAR CELEBRITY ROSTER
TO HONOR DR. MAYA ANGELOU
At 80th Birthday Celebration
Proceeds To Benefit The Dr. Maya Angelou Teen Center
At The Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA, Atlanta, GA

Atlanta, GA, (April 28, 2008) – Country music songwriter and recording artist Daron Norwood has recently accepted the invitation to perform at a very special, prestigious event--the 80th Birthday celebration of Dr. Maya Angelou. As part of the elite group of personally selected entertainers, sports figures, civil rights activists, supporters and admirers who will gather to pay homage to this acclaimed author, poet, playwright and educator, Daron will perform at the gala to be held this Sunday evening, May 4 at the Woodruff Performing Arts Center, Atlanta Symphony Hall.

The tribute to Dr. Angelou will feature dance, musical performances, spiritual monologues, comedy routines and more. Other celebrities attending and/or performing include Quincy Jones, Chris Tucker, Nicole Ari Parker, Kenny Leon, Israel and New Breed, ASO Talent Development Program, Pearl Cleage, Candi Staton, Desiree Jackson Coleman, Kathleen Bertrand, George Faison, Pastor Paula White, Elder Bernice King, Ballethnic Dance Company, YMCA Teens, former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young and Dr. Walter Young. Atlanta-based actor/producer and playwright Tyler Perry and actress Lynn Whitfield will host.

Dr. Angelou, who has spent her lifetime uplifting and inspiring our nation's youth, is recognized as one of the great voices of American contemporary literature. During her illustrious career, she has penned a number of books and poems dedicated to children including "A Pledge To Rescue Our Youth," "Life Doesn't Frighten Me" and "My Painted House, My Friendly Chicken and Me." A reflection of her life through images is captured in the latest release entitled "Maya Angelou, A Glorious Celebration."

In kinship with Dr. Angelou's objectives for America's children, Daron Norwood is working toward the same goal. Simultaneously with his work in the country music industry, Daron is the founder of Keep It Straight USA (1997), an alcohol, drug and violence intervention program specifically created to cater to America's youth. As a nationwide program, Daron has appeared before more than 650,000 children. Just last year, Daron visited over 150 schools in the Southeast entertaining and reaching out to more than 180,000 students. Keep It Straight has been adopted by the United States Air Force Air Combat Command as their drug and alcohol abuse intervention program of choice. Daron's endeavor as the spearhead and voice of the program earned him recognition and the special invitation to bring the program to Russia. He's visited with the President (Clinton and Bush) on numerous occasions and most recently returned from a trip to Africa to film the documentary "Wth Open Eyes." The feature-length film provides a provocative look at the crisis in Sudan and follows five Americans through their extraordinary journey throughout Sudan as they meet Sudanese people who have been most affected by two decades of ethnic cleansing and genocide. The film raises awareness of the atrocities occurring in Sudan every day and shows that any individual can make a difference for the people of Sudan. (http://www.sudancan.com). Daron wrote the theme song ("With Open Eyes"). He will perform this song along with a special tune written specifically for the occasion, entitled "Travel Shoes," as his dedication to the renowned humanitarian.

"This is an honor of a lifetime," Norwood said. "…to pay homage to one of the most phenomenal and respected women in American history…I'm without words to truly describe how humbled I am."

Dr. Angelou's passion and commitment compelled her to become involved and support the Teen Center that now bears her name. The black-tie affair will raise funds to build the Dr. Maya Angelou Teen Center to be housed at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA complex in Atlanta, GA in support of fundamental community programs to positively impact children and their families. The cornerstone of the center will be its Leadership Academy, an educational facility where teens can assemble for tutoring, mentoring, computer training, college preparation classes and participate in intramural sports. The center will offer a safe, positive-play, nurturing and drug-free environment for teens.

All proceeds will benefit the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA. Contributions can be made to the Dr. May Angelou Teen Center by logging on to the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA at www.swy.ymcaatlanta.org. Tickets for the May 4 event are also available on this site.

For more information on Daron Norwood and Keep It Straight USA visit www.keepitstraightusa.com.

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Billy Dean Update 4/27/08

Billy Dean Update 4/27/08

Hello everyone! I have some VERY exciting news to share.....

Billy has added to concert events in June to his schedule. He will perform his latest song, "I Pray," available on Billy's website, and other songs from his catalog, at Sunday Mornin' Country at the Ryman on June 8th; and Billy will perform with Victoria Shaw and Sarah Buxton in Huntsville, Alabama, on June 14th. Both shows are on sale now! You can find out more information by visiting Billy's tour page.

Have you downloaded "I Pray" yet? If not, what are you waiting for? :)
Here is your chance to own a brand new song, written and sung by Billy, titled "I Pray." This song debuted on Nashville's WSIX radio and received 100% approval, and we hope you like it, too!

You can download the song from the DOWNLOAD SONGS tab on Billy's website for the low price of 99 cents. You need a credit card or Paypal account to purchase the single. Sorry, we don't have plans to offer the song in any other format than download, therefore, we cannot accept checks or other methods of payment at this time.

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IF you have problems with your download, PLEASE, I beg you, contact the folks in the email under the "contact us" part above.

We truly hope you enjoy this new music from Billy! Please post your thoughts on the song on the message board, you never know who might read them!

As always, thank you for your continued support of Billy and his music!

Country Weekly Fast Facts 5.5.08

, FAST FACTS The following items are from the May 5 issue of COUNTRY WEEKLY, on sale now. COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: May 5 JOSH GRACIN: “I’M A POSTER CHILD FOR BELIEVING” In this Country Weekly exclusive, Josh Gracin takes you inside his Nashville-area home and talks about trading his anger for happiness. Josh reveals that he and wife Ann Marie and their three children love their family-friendly home. “We could have bought a big fancy house, because we’ve been blessed enough to do that,” Josh tells Country Weekly, “but I grew up in a neighborhood and small house and we’re both just used to that feel.” Josh has just released his second CD, featuring the current hit, “We Weren’t Crazy.” But he admits to dealing with some obstacles between his first and second albums. “I was angry at a lot of things,” he says. “Some were [my doing] and a lot of things were out of my control, but were frustrating just the same.” Josh also reveals how he lost 65 pounds and slimmed down. LADY ANTEBELLUM: DESTINED TO BE TOGETHER The members of hot new trio Lady Antebellum––Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley and Dave Haywood––recall how they get together and share their personal stories. Find out the different musical paths each took before they were led to one another. Lady Antebellum’s first single, “Love Don’t Live Here,” has already reached the Top 10. PLUS! Miranda Lambert introduces you to her collection of pets . . . Phil Vassar takes you behind the scenes of his “Love Is a Beautiful Thing” video, filmed at a Nashville church . . . Jimmy Wayne answers 8 probing questions about life and career . . . and get the story behind the Alan Jackson smash hit, “Small Town Southern Man.”

Skyla Spencer Performs During the Country Music Marathon

Skyla Spencer Returns to CRS www.SkylaSpencer.com

Skyla Spencer took the stage on April 26th at the 9th Annual Country Music Marathon in Nashville, TN. More than 40 bands of varios genres and 20,000 runners and volunteers participated in this event making it one of the best in the nation.

Miranda Lambert's Accuser Jailed

MIRANDA LAMBERT'S ACCUSER JAILED Nashville, TN - (April 25, 2008) -- After three days of investigating the alleged assault charges filed against singer/songwriter Miranda Lambert, Lieutenant Larry Wiginton of Smith County Sheriff's Office announced today all charges against Ms. Lambert have been dropped and accuser Aisha Esbay has been charged with filing a false report to a police officer which is considered a Class B misdemeanor, equivalent to jail time, a fine, or both. Esbay has been arrested and is currently being held at Smith County Jail. Earlier this week Esbay filed charges accusing Lambert of physical assault while in attendence at Bootlegger's in Tyler, TX. After police spent numerous hours researching the case, Esbay's claims were found to be completely false. # # #

Miranda Lambert - 1st Annual Charity Event Successful

FIRST ANNUAL MIRANDA LAMBERT "CAUSE FOR PAWS" RAISED OVER $100,000 FOR THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF EAST TEXAS (Tyler, TX - April 25, 2008) -- The First Annual Miranda Lambert "Cause for the Paws" Wine Tasting Festival and Concert benefiting the Humane Society of East Texas held at the Villa di Felicita in Tyler Sunday, April 20th was a huge success. The event raised approximately $113,000 after expenses for the non-profit organization and will be the major fundraiser for the Humane Society and its animal shelter each year. "I would like to thank Gayle Helms at the Humane Society of East Texas for inviting me to be a part of the first charity event for the shelter," says Lambert on her website. "Cause for the Paws" was a huge success for so many reasons! Delilah and I felt so honored to be a part of it and a heartfelt thank you goes out those that bought tickets, the sponsors and everyone who contributed in any way to help the abused and abandoned animals of East Texas." Miranda praises the committee, volunteers, sponsors and food vendors as well as the The Villa di Felicita for what she calls "the most beautiful place ever." She gives a special thanks to her friends and peers who donated items and to "my friends, Blake Shelton, Adam Hood and Kacey Musgraves for giving of their time with and adding great music. According to Gayle Helms, Executive Director for the Humane Society of East Texas, the sold-out event far surpassed expectations in terms of attendance and quality of the event itself. "We have received rave reviews from people in attendance, with many asking "How can you top this next year?" Activities at Miranda Lambert's First Annual "Cause for the Paws";Wine Tasting Festival included a silent and live auction, food and wine tasting, a Meet and Mingle VIP private cocktail party for sponsors of the event and a concert with the four entertainers. Miranda's "bus buddy", Delilah, who is a Humane Society of East Texas alumnus, was also on hand. During the wine tasting, 15 Texas wines were featured including Miranda Lambert's own Red 55 Winery and Kiepersol Estates Vineyard and Winery. Lambert, an animal lover and Lindale native, chose the Humane Society of East Texas as her charity and has been a supporter for several years. In 2007, Miranda adopted Delilah, a small white long-haired terrier from the Humane Society. When fans offer gifts to Miranda, she encourages them to make contributions to the Humane Society instead. # # # The First Annual Miranda Lambert "Cause for the Paws" Wine Tasting Festival and Concert would like to thank the following for their support and assistance in this endeavor. Sponsors Dobbs & Tittle, Attorneys at Law David and Jane Fender Hossley & Embry Tyler Veterinary Center Noah's Pet Sitters American Classified Del Monte Pet & Brookshire Grocery Company Mars Pet & Brookshire Grocery Company Southside Bank Partners CBS 19 East Texas Radio Group Villa di Felicita KE Cellars Kiepersol Estates Vineyard & Winery Donors AraMark Chris James Design Ozarka Water Mprint Texas Department of Agriculture La Tee Da Florist of Tyler Ben E. Keith Great American Cookies--Bryan & Sarah Selden Susan Robinson Jewelry Wineries Red 55 - KE Cellars Kiepersol Estates Vineyard & Winery Chisholm Trail - Fall Creek Llano Food Vendors Fat Catz - Villa Montez Yahooz - The Diner Chef Ryan Page & Villa Di Felicita Thank you for your Support Lisa Spooner, CBS 19, Mistress of Ceremonies Sheriff J. B. Smith, Auctioneer TMFHS Champion EMS Sherry Rose Last, but not least - the many dedicated volunteers for the event.

CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE® ADDS AARON TIPPIN TO EXCLUSIVE MUSIC COLLECTION

, CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE® ADDS AARON TIPPIN TO EXCLUSIVE MUSIC COLLECTION Exclusive CD release honors fatherhood and the impact Aaron's father had in his life LEBANON, TENN. (April 24, 2008) – Building on its reputation as a welcome home for country music artists, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. will be the exclusive home of Aaron Tippin’s newest CD entitled He Believed. On sale at all Cracker Barrel locations beginning May 6, He Believed features six classic tracks and six recently recorded songs, including the title song which is Aaron’s incredibly moving tribute to his father. “Although this CD is dedicated to my Dad, I hope it speaks to everyone who has had a mentor like he was to me,” says Tippin. “I am grateful to Cracker Barrel for believing in me and this music. I am honored to partner up with Cracker Barrel on this project that is so dear to my heart.” Similar to his previous #1 hit records, Aaron and his wife, Thea, wrote several of the recently recorded songs on this record, including He Believed. The song is a touching story inspired by the unexpected death of Aaron’s father in 2005. The lyrics powerfully describe the emotional connection between Aaron and his father who was also his best friend and mentor. He Believed also features six of Aaron’s top recordings including: Working Man’s PHD, Whole Lotta Love On The Line and I Got It Honest. “Cracker Barrel is pleased to work with an artist who shares our opinion that integrity and being of service to others is important,” says Peter Keiser, Cracker Barrel’s Vice President of Marketing. “This approach is summed up in the title of his hit song, ‘You've Got To Stand For Something,’ and working with Aaron on this very special CD project has been an honor and a pleasure.” Available May 6 at all Cracker Barrel locations and online at crackerbarrel.com, He Believed is a powerful addition to Cracker Barrel’s growing collection of authentic country music. In the last year, Cracker Barrel has released exclusive recordings by Alabama, Lonestar, Josh Turner and Merle Haggard. ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ About Cracker Barrel Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® restaurants provide a friendly home-away-from-home in their old country stores and restaurants. Guests are cared for like family while relaxing and enjoying real home-style food and shopping that’s surprisingly unique, genuinely fun and reminiscent of America’s country heritage…all at a fair price. The restaurant serves up delicious, home-style country food such as meatloaf and homemade chicken n’ dumplins as well as its signature biscuits using an old family recipe. The authentic old country retail store is fun to shop and offers unique gifts and self-indulgences. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the publicly held CBRL Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: CBRL). Cracker Barrel was established in 1969 in Lebanon, Tenn. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. operates 576 company-owned locations in 41 states. Every Cracker Barrel unit is open seven days a week with hours Sunday through Thursday, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 6 a.m. - 11 p.m. For more information, visit crackerbarrel.com.

Randy Travis To Release First New Country Album In Eight Years

RANDY TRAVIS’ FIRST NEW COUNTRY ALBUM IN EIGHT YEARS AROUND THE BEND RELEASED BY WARNER BROS. RECORDS ON JULY 15

Travis to Perform at William Shatner’s Hollywood Charity Horse Show; Travis’ Film The Wager to Release on DVD May 13, 2008

Los Angeles, California, April 24, 2008 – With one of the most recognizable voices in country music, Randy Travis returns to his roots releasing his first new country album in eight years, Around the Bend, will be released by Warner Bros. Records on July 15, 2008. With over 25 years on the charts, Randy Travis is one of the top ten selling solo country artists of all time. Having sold over 21 million albums, he has 22 #1 hits, six GRAMMY® Awards, five Country Music Awards, nine Academy of Country Music Awards and ten American Music Awards to his name. The album’s debut single and video, “Faith in You,” are both currently available for download on iTunes.

Travis will perform at the 18^th William Shatner’s Wells Fargo Hollywood Charity Horse Show on Saturday, April 26, 2008. The event, which takes place at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center, benefits special needs children across the City of Los Angeles through local charities: Ahead With Horses and Camp Max Straus Foundation. The day-long event will conclude with a performance by Travis.

Releasing on DVD on May 13, 2008, by Genius Products, LLC The Wager stars Travis as Michael Steele, a blockbuster actor who has reached the height of Hollywood success when his faith is tested. Based on the best-selling book by Bill Myers, The Wager is a powerful parable examining how to live out faith in today’s world, challenging people to see that faith is found when it is tested.

Since making his debut with 1986’s multi-platinum Storm’s of Life, Travis has gone on to release many memorable albums including Always & Forever, Old 8x10, High Lonesome, This Is Me, Full Circle and Rise and Shine. His many hits include “Forever and Ever, Amen,” “Three Wooden Crosses,” “1982,” “Diggin’ Up Bones,” “He Walked on Water,” “Look Heart, No Hands” and “Hard Rock Bottom of Your Heart” among many others. In addition to his extraordinary recording career, Travis has appeared in many films, TV movies and episodes of dramatic series. His movies include Fire Down Below, Black Dog, Frank and Jess, The Rainmaker and Texas Rangers. He also appeared in seven episodes of Touched By An Angel and has guest starred on shows such as Matlock, Blues Clues, Hey Arnold and King of the Hill.

For more information on Randy Travis, including message boards, tour dates and more, please visit www.randytravis.com.

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'Goddess' Shawna Russell Fires Up Radio Across Middle America

For Immediate Release:

Shawna Russell Hits the Road Visiting Radio to Debut "Goddess"

Singer-Songwriter Launches First Single Amidst Flurry of Media Attention, Critical Acclaim, National Radio Airplay and Signing with Buddy Lee Attractions

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (April 24, 2008) – Singer-songwriter Shawna Russell hit the road last week visiting radio stations across Middle America to promote her Way Out West/Nine North Records debut single "Goddess."

As she made her way across Oklahoma, Kansas, and Arkansas, she picked up momentum, wowing staffs at 13 Music Row radio stations along the way with her music, charming personality and interview skills. Stops included KWOX, KWEY, KGFY, KSOK, KXKU, KYEZ, KXBZ, KAIR, KKOW, KBCN, KWCK, KCNY, and KCJC.

PD, Jason Drake of KAIR echoed the sentiment heard from the majority of the stations: "She's an amazing talent...we loved her visit and have had some great positive reviews from listeners...this gal can sing!!

By Friday the 18^th , "Goddess" was #1 on Play MPE's Top 5 Download and Stream chart, and it remains on the chart at press time.

That same day, esteemed Music Row critic Robert K. Oermann weighed in with a "DisCovery Award" for Russell, saying "Her 'Goddess' would not be denied."

This week, Russell visited major market stations in Kansas City, Des Moines, Omaha and Lincoln, as "Goddess" landed MediaBase airplay in several regions of the country.

On Tuesday, she snagged the much-sought-after guest slot on the highly-rated KBEQ morning show in Kansas City with PD Mike Kennedy, Zeke, and Natalie. Nine North's Larry Pareigis stated, "Shawna more than held her own with Mike & the morning crew – it was great radio!"

Later, Russell sang for and visited with KFKF PD, Dale Carter, before departing for an evening dinner with Des Moines PD, Andy Elliott, of KHKI/KJJY.

Also on Tuesday, Russell's manager/publicist, Clif Doyal, announced her signing with Kevin Neal and Buddy Lee Attractions.

On Wednesday, Russell performed in Nebraska for MD Craig Allen at KXKT in Omaha, and closed the day in Lincoln with a rousing mini-concert for PD, Hoss Micheals, and MD, Carol Turner and the staff at KZKX.

Russell returned to Oklahoma late last night with her co-manager/producer/uncle, Tim Russell, to perform with her band tonight at the Cherokee Casinos in Tulsa, and on Friday and Saturday nights in Sallisaw, Oklahoma.

Next week, Russell will tour the Southeast U.S. with radio stops in Atlanta, GA; Greenville, SC; Jacksonville and Tampa, Florida.

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GIBSON MEMPHIS CUSTOM SHOP CELEBRATES THE 2008 BEALE STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL

GIBSON MEMPHIS CUSTOM SHOP CELEBRATES THE 2008 BEALE STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL

MAY 2-4, 2008

Great Lineup of Gibson Artists Set to Perform at 3-Day Festival As Part of Memphis in May

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Memphis, Tennessee...April 17, 2008 - Gibson Guitar, the world's premier musical instrument manufacturer and leader in music technology announced its continued support of the world famous Beale Street Music Festival. Just steps outside the equally famous Gibson Memphis Custom Showcase, the festival features three magical days and four big stages on thirty-three acres overlooking the Mississippi River. More than 60 top artists, many of them Gibson musicians, are set to perform throughout the festival. Blues, rock, gospel, R&B, alternative and soul are the musical genres guaranteed to entertain and mesmerize the sold out crowds who gather at the heels of the historic Beale Street district daily. To the world, Memphis means great music and great guitars from Gibson Memphis. Music lovers from around the globe gather at the Beale Street Music Festival to celebrate this vital heritage, this deep river of sound.

Gibson and Baldwin artists performing at the 2008 Beale Street Music Festival include Sheryl Crown, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, the Black Crowes, Gavin DeGraw, Keb "mo," Roots, My Chemical Romance, Cobie Caillat, Ben Folds, Finger Eleven, Simple Plan, Hubert Sumlin, Jerry Lee Lewis and many more. The complete 2008 lineup can be found by visiting www.memphisinmay.org

Gibson Guitar will play host to the thousands of guest each day at a special interactive area on site at the festival. Some of Gibson Memphis Custom's greatest guitars will be available for consumers to jam and play with including the famous ES-335, ES-339 and Gibson Lucille models. In the year 2000, Gibson kicked open the doors of the Memphis Custom Shop, appropriately just one block from the blues and barbeque joints that line Memphis' legendary Beale Street. A premier Gibson production facility, the Beale Street location has become one of the most well-known sites in the area. Home to some of the world's preeminent luthiers, the Memphis Custom Shop specifically handcrafts Gibson's fine Electric Spanish and Archtop lines, producing models like B.B. King's Lucille, the ES-175 and the iconic ES-335, the world's original semi-hollowbody. For more information on the Gibson Memphis Custom Shop visit www.gibson.com

The Memphis in May International Festival, a non-profit organization who produces the Beale Street Music Festival, is part of it’s month-long Festival in Memphis and was founded in 1977. The purpose of the event is to celebrate and enhance Memphis’ musical heritage and draw attention and visitors from around the world.

About Gibson Guitar

Gibson is known worldwide for producing classic models in every major style of fretted instrument, including acoustic and electric guitars, mandolins, and banjos. Gibson’s HD.6X-PRO Digital Guitar and the Gibson Robot Guitar represent the biggest advances in electric guitar design in over 70 years. Founded in 1894 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and headquartered in Nashville since 1984, Gibson Guitar Corp.’s family of brands now includes Epiphone, Dobro, Maestro, Kramer, Steinberger, Tobias, Echoplex, Electar, Faltiron, Slingerland,Valley Arts, Oberheim, Sunshine Piano, Take Anywhere Technology, Baldwin, J&C, Chickering, Hamilton, and Wurlitzer. Visit Gibson’s website at www.gibson.com

PRESS RELEASE: John McEuen and More

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John McEuen Plus Songs from Alison Krauss, Alan Jackson and Brad Paisley Featured at iVideosongs

Nine New Country Hits Added to Growing Catalog

ALPHARETTA, Ga. – April 23 – iVideosongs (www.ivideosongs.com) announced today the addition of nine great country songs to its growing catalog of high-def music instruction videos. Featured are three songs from banjo virtuoso and founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John McEuen, who shows how to play his hits, Miner's Night Out, Togary Mountain and Return to Dismal Swamp II. Also new is the John Denver hit, Thank God I'm A Country Boy, featuring the song's author and Denver sideman, John Sommers.

iVideosongs is the new service that shows aspiring musicians everywhere how to play their favorite songs completely and accurately, with the instruction provided by the original artists who wrote and performed them, and also from expert instructors.

Also new to the catalog and featuring instruction by the expert staff at iVideosongs, are:

Alison Krauss' Restless
Alan Jackson's It's Five O'clock Somewhere and Remember When
Brad Paisley's Celebrity
Kenny Chesney's I Go Back

iVideosongs has licensed full rights to its songs from BMG Music Publishing, EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music and also many secondary and tertiary publishers. This allows the company to provide complete and accurate instructional titles, presented exactly as they were originally written and performed. The iVideosongs titles are primarily for electric and acoustic guitarists, but titles for bass, keyboards and drums are also included in the catalog.

iVideosongs offers three kinds of music instruction content. Tutorials designed to improve basic to advanced skills are available free of charge. Complete and accurate songs, instructed by professional music teachers cost $4.99. Complete and accurate songs, taught by the original artists who wrote, performed and/or produced them, cost $9.99.

iVideosongs customers can choose a skill level and genre, and then download the high- def titles to their personal computer, iPod or other device. Each song title is presented slowly in natural segments, with unique chapters for the introduction, verse, chorus, bridge, outro and other elements, and each title includes tablature and chord grids. Each title also includes a master performance and backing track, so customers can compare their progress against the song. Titles featuring artists also include an interview segment, where they reveal the inspiration and influences that went into the creation of the song.

iVideosongs launched the beta of its service this past January.

About iVideosongs
iVideosongs is the pioneering music instruction service that enables aspiring musicians of all skill levels to learn how to accurately play complete songs from the original artists who wrote and performed them, and also from legendary sidemen and a staff of exceptional instructors. iVideosongs on-demand, high-def video titles live on customers' computers, iPods and other devices, and are accessible to them whenever and wherever they like. Visit www.ivideosongs.com to start learning today.

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Little Big Town Joins Capitol Records Nashville

LITTLE BIG TOWN JOINS THE CAPITOL RECORDS NASHVILLE FAMILY NASHVILLE, TN - APRIL 23, 2008 - Platinum selling artists, Little Big Town, announced today that they will sign a multi-album recording contract with Capitol Records Nashville. As part of this deal, Capitol announces that they will also acquire the band's two previous records, originally released on Equity Records, the 1.3 million selling, Grammy-nominated The Road To Here, as well as A Place To Land, which was just released in November. Capitol will assume the marketing and promotion of A Place To Land, and will be releasing a new single to country radio immediately. "We have admired Little Big Town, their unique blend of vocal harmonies, and their proclivity to write and record hit records for many years", said Mike Dungan, President and CEO of Capitol Records Nashville. "With their great live shows, and warm, approachable personalities, these four people have become engrained into the hearts and minds of country music fans everywhere. They are poised to explode, and we are ecstatic about the possibilities, and humbled and honored to have been chosen to represent them and their music." "We've been so impressed with the whole team at Capitol and the leadership of Mike Dungan that we felt like this was the right home for the band and our music," said Little Big Town's Phillip Sweet. Little Big Town joins a strong Capitol Nashville roster that represents Keith Urban, Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley, Chris Cagle, Eric Church, Jedd Hughes, Lady Antebellum, Ashley Ray, Kenny Rogers, Darius Rucker, Cyndi Thomson and Emily West. Little Big Town released Platinum-selling record, The Road to Here, in 2005 which included Gold Digital Certified, "Boondocks." In 2006, the foursome landed two Grammy nominations including Best Country Album for The Road to Here and Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group for "Boondocks". Billboard Magazine also named them Independent Artist of the Year and named The Road to Here Independent Album of the Year. In 2007, they were awarded Academy of Country Music's Top New Vocal Group. The critically-acclaimed A Place to Land, was released last fall. Little Big Town has toured extensively with Martina McBride and also joined George Strait on his sold-out arena tour this year. To catch up with the band and learn more visit www.littlebigtown.com. # # #

Teddy Gentry & Bernard Porter Form Porter-Gentry Productions

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Country Music Legend and Music Industry Veteran Form Porter-Gentry Productions

NASHVILLE, Tennessee (April 23, 2008) -- Teddy Gentry, Country Music Hall of Famer and co-founding member of the super group Alabama, has partnered with music industry veteran, Bernard Porter, to form Porter-Gentry Productions. Porter-Gentry is an entertainment consulting and production company with its primary focus being artist development and entertainment related assets (including music publishing, master recordings, distribution partnerships, artist products and merchandising).

Teddy Gentry has been decorated with a number of industry recognitions including 21 gold, platinum and multi-platinum albums, 42 consecutive No. 1 singles and over 73 million records sold. As bass player for Alabama, Gentry and the group have been acknowledged with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, over 150 industry awards including eight country music "Entertainer of the Year" honors, two Grammy Awards as well as two People's Choice Awards. The group was named "Artist of the Decade" by the Academy of Country Music in 1989 and "Country Group of the Century" by the Recording Industry Association of America in 1999.

As a producer, Gentry produced the CD SONGS 4 WORSHIP for Time Life featuring Charlie Daniels, Rascal Flatts and Collin Raye among others. He recently celebrated his 42nd No. 1 record as producer of the country radio smash, "Moments," recorded by Grammy nominees, Emerson Drive (Midas Records).

Bernard Porter, who has a 20-plus year tenure in the music and entertainment industry, was a partner in The Consortium (one of Music City's premiere management & marketing firms—2002-2005). In affiliation with Broken Bow Records, the firm created an imprint label named BBR/C4 (Sony Red Distribution). As acting Director of A&R for the independent label, Porter was instrumental in signing Jason Aldean, Megan Mullins and Lila McCann. In 2005, Porter formed Porter Consulting Group, Inc.; he has served as A&R director for a number of successful independent acts and entertainment consultant for large corporations as well as specialty venues including Mall of America (Minnesota), Dave & Busters and Marriott Hotels.

An active philanthropist, Porter has produced various fundraisers over the last several years including Country Steps In for First Steps (an annual benefit concert for special needs children hosted by recording artist Joe Diffie featuring performances by some of the biggest names in country music). The event has helped to raise over $700,000 in the Nashville area.

"Bernard is characterized by his savvy relations (in business and entertainment nationwide), great instincts and modern thinking. He's also a first class closer. I think our individual talents compliment one another well and I'm looking forward to a continuing and successful relationship," Gentry introduced.

"Teddy is truly a country gentleman with a caring and gentle soul; not to mention more accolades than one can count. He is an extraordinary talent who is hard working and passionate but more importantly, he is a friend. I am blessed in this association and am looking forward to our future endeavors," said Porter.

Porter-Gentry Productions is located at 30 Music Square West, Suite 302, Nashville, TN. Additional staff members are expected to be announced in the coming weeks. For more information, or an introduction to the music company, visit www.porter-gentry.com. Tel. 615-750-2829.

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Shawna Russell Signs with Buddy Lee Attractions

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Shawna Russell Signs with Buddy Lee Attractions

Oklahoma Singer-Songwriter Lands National Booking Representation on the Heels of the Release of "Goddess" Her Debut Way Out West/Nine North Records Single

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK (April 22, 2008) -- Rising Oklahoma star, singer-songwriter Shawna Russell has reached an agreement to sign exclusive booking representation with Nashville-based Buddy Lee Attractions. Kevin Neal, Sr. VP, will serve as responsible agent.

"The entire staff is excited and honored to be representing an artist with the musical integrity and touring experience of Shawna Russell. When I saw her at an acoustic showcase during CRS, and then heard her entire CD, I saw and heard that elusive "it" factor. We are all looking forward to very special things happening with Shawna's career in the near future," states Kevin Neal, Senior Vice President of Buddy Lee Attractions, Inc.

Russell adds: "I am thrilled about this exciting opportunity to team up with one of the most well-known and renowned agencies in the world. I am looking forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship that will take my music to the masses."

Russell's debut single, "Goddess," on Way Out West/Nine North Records, was released to radio last week and goes for adds on May 19.

Russell is co-managed by Clif Doyal of the Clif Doyal Agency in Nashville, and Tim Russell of Way Out West, LLC of Okemah, Oklahoma.

For more information about Shawna Russell, visit her official website at: http://www.shawnarussell.com/

Visit Buddy Lee Attractions online at: http://www.buddyleeattractions.com/

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Country Artist Rustie Blue Launches NEW Website!

Country Artist Rustie Blue Launches NEW Website!

Nashville, TN. (April 22, 2008) –Ohio Country artist Rustie Blue launches her new official website www.rustieblue.com today, April 22. The new website has several new features for Rustie's fans!

Rustie's website was completely redesigned by Digital Dreamz and includes several new features such as videos, fan community, wallpaper, photo gallery along with a brand new jukebox featuring the title track (written by Rustie Blue/Willie Mack & Mark Trail) from Rustie's soon to be released album "Stronger Than Steel." Please stop by and connect with Rustie today!

Keep informed at www.rustieblue.com for all the latest updates on Rustie's new album "Stronger Than Steel", exciting contests, give-a-ways, and much more!

www.rustieblue.com
www.myspace.com/rustieblue

“LONESTAR & FRIENDS STRIKE OUT FOR THE KIDS” BOWLING BASH SOLD OUT!!!

, "LONESTAR & FRIENDS STRIKE OUT FOR THE KIDS" BOWLING BASH SOLD OUT!!! Lonestar and St. Jude Make This Year's Event Bigger than Ever with Trace Adkins, Jo Dee Messina, Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, Josh Gracin, Bo Bice, Trent Tomlinson, Jamie O'Neal And Others Scheduled to Bowl!!! (Nashville, TN) – In just nine days since ticket sales began, the fourth annual “Lonestar & Friends Strike Out for the Kids,” bowling bash, presented by GAC, and benefiting St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, has SOLD OUT! This year, Lonestar’s St. Jude bowling bash will be held on Monday, June 2nd at the Hermitage Lanes in Hermitage, Tennessee. Lonestar called on some of their friends, some of the biggest names in country music, to join them for the annual event. Those scheduled to bowl with Lonestar include Trace Adkins, Jo Dee Messina, Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, American Idol’s Bo Bice, Josh Gracin and Diana DeGarmo, Trent Tomlinson, Joe Nichols, Jamie O’Neal, Darryl Worley, Chuck Wicks, Bryan White, Chris Young, Ty Herndon, Heidi Newfield and Crystal Shawanda. This year’s sell-out marks the fourth consecutive year the event has been a major success. Since Lonestar founded the annual event in 2004, it has SOLD OUT every year and has generated more than $70,000 for St. Jude. “Knowing that this thing is already sold out is huge!” says Lonestar’s founding member, Dean Sams. “I’ve got a gut feeling that this year’s proceeds will beat out everything we’ve raised in the past!” Those that have already purchased their tickets will be admitted into the event, enjoy dinner at the Hermitage Lanes and will be included in the random drawing for a chance to play on one of the celebrity bowling teams. For each artist in attendance, four lucky fans will be drawn at random to play in the games with their favorite country music stars. Attendees will also have the opportunity to place bids in a silent auction, which will include signed photos, CD’s and merchandise from some of the biggest stars in country music! The “Lonestar & Friends Strike Out for the Kids” bowling bash is scheduled for 6-10 p.m. (CST) with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. (CST).

George Strait Celebrates 56th #1!

GEORGE STRAIT CELEBRATES HIS UNPRECEDENTED 56TH CHART-TOPPER WITH "I SAW GOD TODAY" KING GEORGE HAS MORE #1 HITS IN A SINGLE CHART FORMAT THAN ANY OTHER RECORDING ARTIST Nashville, TN (April 21, 2008) George Strait, The King of Country Music, has more #1 hits in a single chart format than any other recording artist, including all genres of music. As "I Saw God Today" sits at the #1 spot on Billboard/R&R, one should take notice that it's been a great few weeks for George Strait. His 37th album, Troubadour, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart and now he has an unprecedented total of 56 #1 singles to his name. "I would just like to say thanks to all my fans out there," says Strait. "To have a number one record is very special, whether it's your first or one of many. 'I Saw God Today' is a beautifully written song which reaches very tender places in many people's hearts. I would like to thank Rodney Clawson, Monty Criswell, and Wade Kirby and congratulate them on the success of their efforts in writing this great song. God Bless You All." Luke Lewis, Chairman of UMG Nashville, states, "All of us at Universal Music Group are proud to be associated with George Strait. It is a privilege to work with him at a time when his work has put him in the Hall Of Fame and he continues to shatter every record in the book." "George Strait is one of music's most consistent hitmakers for a reason - he knows a hit song when he hears one and he only sings it if it fits him," reports Billboard Magazine and Entertainment Weekly proclaims, "George Strait is the most reliable record-maker and biggest one-man hit factory in any genre of music." USA Today calls Strait a "Singer's Singer" and Rolling Stone says, "the hit single 'I Saw God Today' is one example of why folks call Strait 'King George' - although this monarch is a uniter, not a divider."

Fan Club Party, Pre-Sale Tickets, New FC Packages, and Webisodes... oh my!

Hey Country Interviews Online fans! 2008 Fan Club Party Tickets On Sale! Wanna party with Sara? Here's your chance! Fan Club Party tickets are NOW AVAILABLE in the online store! This is lining up to be the best party yet, so get your tickets before they sell out! Date: Friday, June 6th, 2008 Time: 3:00 PM Where: Rocketown, 401 6th Ave. South, Nashville, TN Cost: $35 for SE Fan Club Members - Limit 1 Ticket Per Member What: Rockin' party with awesome music, great lunch, good friends, and more! If you're already a member log in and purchase your ticket through the online store HERE. Not a member yet or want to bring along family and friends? JOIN TODAY using a unique email address and save $5 on the new membership. When placing your order use the promo code: FCPARTY08. This promo code is only good until Friday, May 2nd so sign up today HERE. Click on the "Send this to a friend" link in the upper right to spread the word! * Tickets must be purchased online and in advance. Tickets will not be available at the door. Seating is not assigned at the venue, so it will be first come, first serve. PRESALE TICKETS FOR CANANDAIGUA, NY! Fan Club Members can get pre-sale tickets to see Sara! Tickets to the following show are available NOW and will be available until Friday, 4/25 at 3:30PM EST: 7/25/08 Canandaigua, NY - (Outside Rochester) Members, LOGIN to enter the presale! Not a member? JOIN NOW and get access to this presale, plus take advantage of the best member packages we've ever offered! Get the official Sara Evans Fan Club tee, a mousepad, necklace, and member card - only available through SaraEvans.com! LEARN MORE >> SARA DEBUTS WEBISODE SERIES! Sara has been documenting her life on film and she's sharing it with you exclusively through her website. The first episode of Sara's Webisodes is online now at SaraEvans.com. Head on over and check it out! WATCH HERE >> NEW FAN CLUB MEMBER KITS ARE HERE! SaraEvans.com has just launched a Deluxe Fan Club Member Kit option. Any new members that join or existing members renewing using the new Deluxe option get: Exclusive online member content, Meet & greet opportunities, member discounts in the Online Store, Access to pre-sale ticketing, Exclusive Fan Club T-Shirt, Mousepad, Member Card, and Light up Necklace! A $70 value! for only $49.99 If you're already a member SIGN IN to the site and then purchase the new kit. Purchasing the kit while logged in will add an additional year of membership to your existing expiration date. Not a member yet? Get access to all of the exclusive content and get your member kit by JOINING HERE! *Products and photos are subject to change. Thanks for being a fan! Monday, April 21, 2008 Website: SaraEvans.com MySpace: MySpace.com/SaraEvansMusic YouTube: YouTube/SaraEvans

Trace Adkins Makes Daytime Debut on The Young and The Restless

TRACE ADKINS TO APPEAR ON "THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS" FRIDAY, MAY 2

Adkins Performs His #1 Country Single "You're Gonna Miss This"

Adkins gives private performance for Nick (Joshua Morrow) and Phyllis (Michelle Stafford)
Country star Trace Adkins will appear on THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS on Friday, May 2 on the CBS Television Network.
Adkins makes an appearance in Genoa City to help Nick Newman (Joshua Morrow) surprise his wife, Phyllis (Michelle Stafford), for their first anniversary. He performs his #1 country single "You're Gonna Miss This."
Adkins released his debut album in 1996 and since then has recorded seven studio albums and two greatest hits compilations. He was most recently the runner-up on the reality series "The Celebrity Apprentice," and made his film acting debut in "Trailer Park of Terror," which premiered in January at the Slamdance Film Festival. He is currently filming David Zucker's "American Carol," opposite Kelsey Grammer, and plans to release a new CD in the fall.
THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS has been the Number One rated daytime drama for more than 19 years and celebrated its 35th anniversary on March 26, 2008. The series tied with "Guiding Light" to win the 2007 Outstanding Drama Series Emmy Award, marking its seventh award in this category, and bringing its Emmy total to a record 100. The show is broadcast weekdays (12:30-1:30 PM (ET); 11:00 AM-12:00 Noon (PT)) on the CBS Television Network and is produced by Bell Dramatic Serial Company, in association with Sony Pictures Television. On the Web: www.cbs.com/daytime/yr/

"Happy Mother's Day" - A New Classic Song by singer songwriter Killian Garnet MacGeraghty

"Happy Mother's Day" - A New Classic Song by singer songwriter Killian Garnet MacGeraghty

San Francisco, CA – April 2008 - How many of us in our busy lives have that moment when we realize that Mother's Day is upon us and we've not gotten the card in the mail or the flowers ordered? No head slap needed because MacGeraghty, best known as front man and ringleader for San Francisco's legendary rock & power-pop band, The Gun & Doll Show, recently released a collection of songs that include the catchy and memorable not-to-mention free download-able "Happy Mother's Day" from his Celebration Songs CD (Glitter and Glue Publishing). In the short time since its release, "Happy Mother's Day", has been downloaded over 85,000 times. He's on to something for sure. MacGeraghty reflects on what inspired him to write a song about mothers saying, "I come from a family of five kids, so I know it takes tireless devotion, non-stop effort and the patience of an angel to be a mother. As kids, my brothers and sisters and I took for granted that we were always provided for even when times were tough, and naturally we didn't know to be thankful. I always wanted to make some kind of tribute to mothers everywhere. So I'm so glad this song is traveling on its own steam. Mothers are so deserving."

Local music critic Dwight Bemisderfer of METRO SPIRIT says of the Celebration Songs CD, "It's hooky and playful, yet tender; and often more wistful, in fact, than celebratory. Yet each song looks at a unique aspect of a quiet, normal life." Celebration Songs may seem like a divergent departure for a pop/rocker like MacGeraghty, but these songs feel right at home. Melodic and finely crafted songs have been his signature, regardless of genre, so it's no surprise that his first solo project has these qualities. Simple, timeless songs from the heart of a complex and thoroughly modern artist.

Check out some of the inspiration fans have taken from this song with these videos:

1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb6nF73xOFM

2. http://video.aol.com/video-detail/happy-motherand39s-day-2007-the-gun-and-doll-show-lee-young-ae/3033660486

Here's a link to "Happy Mother's Day" song download:

http://www.gunanddollshow.com/music/mothersday/music.html

MacGeraghty comes from a long line of Irish performers and entertainers and says, "Writing has always been an intense pleasure of mine, and it's in my blood. " An artistic impresario- writer, composer, vocalist, film-maker, band-leader, performance artist and ultra-creative marketer- MacGeraghty keeps the creative edge sharp and this album shows a more reflective side, a celebration of the little victories life offers. His famed San Francisco band, The Gun & Doll Show, has evolved into what CNET.com has said is "one of the Bay Area's most revered power-pop acts, distinguished by…their ardent determination to entertain their fans." MacGeraghty has received national press from Maxim and Playboy among others for founding and leading The 50 Guitar Orchestra, a huge musical collaboration of local artists.

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Country Weekly Fast Facts 5.5.08

, Fast Facts Week of April 21, 2008 The following items are from the May 5 issue of COUNTRY WEEKLY, on sale April 21. We invite you to use any of them, but we ask that you please credit COUNTRY WEEKLY for each item used. COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: May 5 On Newsstands: April 21 COVER STORY: TRACE ADKINS In this exclusive cover story, Trace Adkins talks about his daughter Brianna’s food allergies and gives an insider’s view of the hit TV series, Celebrity Apprentice. Trace discovered his daughter’s allergies when she had a reaction in the family’s home near Nashville. “I was shocked and scared to death,” Trace recalls. “I had never seen anything like this.” Trace tells Country Weekly, “It’s just a helpless feeling when your kid can’t do all the other things that kids can do.” Trace also takes fans inside the world of the NBC-TV series Celebrity Apprentice, where he lost in the final round of competition. “I was disappointed,” Trace admits. “But it was a wonderful opportunity.” COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: May 5 On Newsstands: April 21 CARRIE UNDERWOOD’S GUILTY PLEASURES Carrie Underwood reveals some of the things she can’t live without––and you might be surprised! Would you believe, for instance, that the trim superstar has a weakness for cheese? “I can eat a pound of it!” Carrie declares. Plus, find out Carrie’s guilty pleasure TV show––and much more. PLUS! Taylor Swift takes you behind the scenes of her “Picture to Burn” video . . . Jeff Foxworthy talks about the joys of fatherhood . . . and get a preview of the new CMT series, "Can You Duet". More To Come!

CDX Graphic Artist Natalie Tachuk Dies in Car Accident

April 18, 2008

For Immediate Release:

CDX Graphic Artist Natalie Tachuk Dies in Tragic Car Accident

Paul Lovelace, CDX Owner Issues Statement:

The name Natalie Tachuk may not sound familiar - but you know her work.

Natalie was the graphic artist who helped create the look of CDX. Since its inception in 1990, Natalie created the graphics for every CDX Volume released; 447 regular discs, and 34 Christmas discs.

Every volume was unique; no two discs or CD jackets ever had the same design. Every other week for 17 years and two months, the creative mind of Natalie surprised and delighted us with her incredible talent and wonderful imagination. Her passion for art design and love of music was expressed to radio and music industry professionals around the world.

Natalie was also an accomplished sculptor and the granddaughter of world-renowned artists David Bomberg and Lillian Bomberg.

On Tuesday night, April 15th, Natalie's life ended tragically in a head-on car collision. Too often the contribution to the world of gentle souls like Natalie goes unsung. In this case, we simply couldn't let that happen and wanted to share a small part of her story with you.

It is most difficult for us to express the loss we are feeling. We have lost a wonderful business associate, a fabulous talent but most of all, a dear, dear friend.

Paul Lovelace

CDX

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. For more information, please contact CDX at:

CDX

2603 WESTWOOD DRIVE

NASHVILLE, TN 37204

P.O. Box 125 Nashville, TN 37202

(615)-292-0123

CLAY WALKER SET TO TEE OFF FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CHARITY EVENT IN PEBBLE BEACH, CALIFORNIA

, CLAY WALKER SET TO TEE OFF FOR MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CHARITY EVENT IN PEBBLE BEACH, CALIFORNIA Nashville, TN – Country Music's nationally acclaimed, multi-platinum recording artist, Clay Walker is preparing for a hole-in-one at the inaugural "Clay Walker Charity Classic" golf tournament benefiting Band Against MS. The tournament will be held June 30th – July 2nd at the famed Pebble Beach Resorts in Pebble Beach, California. The invitation only event will benefit Walker's public charity, Band Against MS (BAMS). Walker, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in 1996, founded BAMS in 2003 to create awareness and fund research programs for those living with the debilitating disease. Multiple Sclerosis, a disease that affects the central nervous system, plagues 2.5 million people worldwide. All proceeds and contributions received through the auction being held at the Monday evening GALA event will go to BAMS for MS research and outreach. Recognized around the globe, Pebble Beach has played host to four U.S. Open Championships, the Annual AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-AM and is consistently rated as one of the world's top golf destinations. Its courses include Pebble Beach Golf Links, The Links at Spanish Bay, and Spyglass Hill Golf Course. "This is going to be an incredible few days…Pebble Beach is one of the most beautiful places in the country!" said Walker. "I am thrilled and grateful to be able to raise awareness and funding for a disease that affects so many by combining two of my favorite things, golf and music. Guests will arrive on June 29th with the first round of the tournament taking place on June 30th at The Links at Spanish Bay. That evening, there will be a dinner and live auction with an exclusive concert by Clay Walker and his band. The second round of golf will take place on July 1st at Pebble Beach Golf Links. The final round in the tournament will be held on July 2nd at Spyglass Hill Golf Course with an awards ceremony and dinner that evening. Guests will depart the resort grounds on July 3rd. "We are extremely excited about this inaugural event to benefit Band Against MS," says Senior Vice-President of Pebble Beach Golf Operations, RJ Harper. "I couldn't think of a better partnership to create a vehicle that promotes awareness of MS." Clay Walker made his debut in the country music scene in 1993 with his hit "What's It To You," which reached #1 on the Billboard charts. He has sold over eight million records, has had eleven #1 hit singles and has had four platinum and three gold albums. For more information about Clay Walker visit www.claywalker.com. Band Against MS is a 501(c)(3) public charity dedicated to providing education material for those living with MS as well as funding research that may one day lead to a cure. For more information visit www.bandagainstms.org. About Pebble Beach Company: Pebble Beach Company, headquartered in Pebble Beach, Calif., owns and operates the world-famous Pebble Beach Resorts, including The Lodge at Pebble Beach, The Inn at Spanish Bay and Casa Palmero. The company also operates four renowned golf courses: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course, The Links at Spanish Bay and Del Monte Golf Course. Its other famed properties include the scenic 17-Mile Drive and The Spa at Pebble Beach, and it annually hosts premier events such as the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational and the Wal-Mart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach. Site of the 2010 U.S. Open, Pebble Beach Golf Links has hosted four U.S. Opens, four U.S. Amateurs, one PGA Championship, and numerous other tournaments

[PR] MARK CHESNUTT ROLLS WITH THE FLOW DESPITE AIRLINE CHAOS!

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April 17, 2008

MARK CHESNUTT—ROLLS WITH THE FLOW DESPITE AIRLINE CHAOS
And Patriotic Nature Benefits Fort Hood

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Country music recording artist Mark Chesnutt (Lofton Creek Records) became an unfortunate and unsuspecting domino in the American Airlines' "grounding" last weekend when the flurry of canceled flights forced his band and road crew to rearrange their entire travel schedule—forcing Mark to cancel one of his shows altogether.

American Airlines canceled 933 flights across the nation on Thursday, April 10, 2008 to inspect the air vessels for potential wiring hazards in wheel wells that could cause fires or problems with landing gear on the MD-80 jets. Scheduled to depart Nashville's BNA Airport that day, Chesnutt's band and crew were among the thousands of passengers who suffered the chaos in airports across the country as they attempted to make their way to Fort Hood in Killeen, Texas to join Chesnutt for the "Salute to Our Heroes" benefit concert appearance at the military base.

Despite aggressive efforts, American Airlines was unable to secure flights to get Chesnutt's gang from Music City to "somewhere" in the Lone Star state. The officials at Fort Hood stepped up to purchase tickets on Southwest Airlines to get Chesnutt's band to Killeen. Chesnutt, a featured artist at the concert event, (and his band) successfully made the gig to perform in front of an audience in excess of 50,000. The "Salute to Our Heroes" concert, organized by Fort Hood's Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation was a closed celebration aimed at honoring veterans of the war on terrorism and their families. Military and family members, retirees, Gold Star families, Department Of Defense civilians and contractors were in attendance and more than 80,000 enjoyed the festivities.

This was Chesnutt's first appearance at Fort Hood -- the only two-division post in the United States (1st Cavalry Division and the 4th Infantry Division) and home to the III Corps. To "Mark" the occasion, after his show, Chesnutt signed autographs at his merchandise table for nearly three hours, spontaneously and graciously electing to give away t-shirts, hats and CD's to those who have dedicated their lives to serving our country.

"These men and women put themselves at risk for us when they go out and fight for our freedoms. The very least I can do is sign a few autographs and give this minimal gift—a hat or a t-shirt—to show my appreciation in return," Chesnutt said.

Further problems with American Airlines carriers prevented the band and crew from catching a connecting flight the following day resulting in the cancellation of Chesnutt's April 12 performance at Cattle Annie's in Lynchburg, Virginia. "Just goes to show, it's not 'always' faster to fly and it's best to just ROLL WITH THE FLOW!" Chesnutt said in jest. The Lynchburg show is to be rescheduled in the coming months.

Mark Chesnutt is scheduled to release his next CD, ROLLIN' WITH THE FLOW, in late June.

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LADY ANTEBELLUM TV ALERT

Don’t forget to tune in to see Capitol Records Nashville’s Lady Antebellum on “The Ellen Degeneres Show” tomorrow April 18. Check local listings in your area for time and channel.

The trio will perform their top-10 hit single “Love Don’t Live Here.”

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James Otto's Big Voice Lands Him Big Sales For His Debut Album on Warner Bros. Records

JAMES OTTO’S BIG VOICE LANDS HIM BIG SALES FOR HIS DEBUT ALBUM ON WARNER BROS. RECORDS

Nashville – April 16, 2008 – “The biggest voice in country music,” James Otto, scored big numbers for his debut album on Warner Bros. Records, Sunset Man, today. Otto sold 57,585 units, making him No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart. This is Otto’s first album of his career to hit in the Top 5 on the charts.

Otto’s first single off of the album, “Just Got Started Lovin’ You” is No. 3 on both R&R and Mediabase charts. The single, has sold over 120,000 downloads on iTunes to date. The single also had over 290,000 downloads/shares overall, making it No. 2 on Big Champagne’s country chart. The video for “Just Got Started Lovin’ You” is No. 5 on CMT’s “Top 20 Countdown” and the No. 1 “most played video of the week” on GAC.

USA Today gave Sunset Man 3 stars saying, “While the burly former sailor can pull off that sort of hillbilly stomp, he’s much more of a soul man, the kind country music has lacked since the days of Ronnie Milsap.” Billboard Magazine says, “James Otto’s second album proves that some things are indeed worth the wait. His brand of ‘country soul,’ as he calls it, comes across strong and confident on this new set.”

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James McMurtry's new album, JUST US KIDS, available now!

Check out this early praise for JUST US KIDS: "FOUR STARS" - BLENDER "FOUR STARS" - AUSTIN CHRONICLE "THREE out of FOUR STARS" - USA TODAY "...reveals McMurtry's sensitive brilliance as a chronicler of quiet desperation." -- PASTE MAGAZINE "McMurtry might be the best topical writer performing right now and this finds him at his finest." - Patterson Hood / DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS "The title track may lament the fact that even arrested adolescents grow old, but, if anything, James McMurtry sounds more energized than ever." -- TEXAS MONTHLY "(James McMurtry's) new one Just Us Kids, is gonna blow your socks all the way off and back onto the sheep what made 'em" -- HARPMAGAZINE.COM "As bracing as they are prophetic, James McMurtry's songs shine a light on injustice and oppression, forcing his listeners to take sides." -- WASHINGTON POST #1 ALBUM ON THE R&R/AMERICANA RADIO CHART Here are some early features: Austin American-Statesman Popmatters Huffington Post (self-penned blog entry) Harp Magazine Wired Magazine (blog entry) Variety.com JAMES MCMURTRY'S NEW ALBUM, JUST US KIDS AVAILABLE NOW! James McMurtry and his band will embark on an international tour to support his new album, Just Us Kids, on Lightning Rod Records. "We tour so we can make albums. We make albums so we can tour," said McMurtry. He backs up that statement with a 27-city tour beginning on the April 15 release date. McMurtry will play a pair of hometown shows at Austin's Continental Club before hitting the road for the seven- week run of dates. More dates are being added all the time so keep checking http://e2ma.net/go/1032245944/929660/34065315/goto:http://www.jamesmcmurtry.com. TOUR DATES: April 15 - AUSTIN, TX - Waterloo Records (in-store performance) April 15 & 16 - AUSTIN, TX - Continental Club April 18 - HELOTES, TX - Floore's Country Store April 19 - HOUSTON, TX - Cactus Records (Record Store Day performance) April 19 - HOUSTON, TX - Continental Club April 25 - SAN MARCOS, TX - Cheatham Street April 26 - DALLAS, TX - Granada Theater April 28 - LEXINGTON, KY - Woodsongs April 29 - STATE COLLEGE, PA Lulu's April 30 - TEANECK, NJ - Mexicali Blues May 1 - NEW YORK, NY - Bowery Ballroom May 2 - BOSTON, MA - Johnny Ds May 3 - NORTHAMPTON, MA - Pearl Street May 4 - BAR HARBOR, ME - Criterion Theatre May 6 - BURLINGTON, VT - Higher Ground May 7 - TORONTO, ONT - Horseshoe Tavern May 8 - DETROIT, MI - The Magic Bag May 9 - CLEVELAND, OH - Beachland Ballroom May 10 & 11 - CHICAGO, IL - Martyr's May 12 - MADISON, WI - High Noon Saloon May 13 - MINNEAPOLIS, MN -400 Club May 14 - OMAHA, NE - The Waiting Room May 15 - KANSAS CITY, MO - Knuckleheads May 16 - BLOOMINGTON, IL - New Lafayette Club May 17 - MADISON, IN - Ohio River Music Fest May 25 - HORSE SHOE, NC Deerfields Amphitheater - Asheville Music Jamboree May 31 - PHILADELPHIA, PA - AAA Non-Comm Radio Convention May 31 - PHILADELPHIA, PA - World Cafe Live June 6 - WASHINGTON, DC/ALEXANDRIA, VA - The Birchmere # # # James McMurtry's MySpace page (where you can download an mp3 of "Cheney's Toy"): http://e2ma.net/go/1032245944/929660/34064646/goto:http://www.myspace.com/jamesmcmurtry James McMurtry's official website: http://www.jamesmcmurtry.com Autographed copies of Just Us Kids are available at the Lightning Rod Records official website: http://www.lightningrodrecords.com

Don't Forget the 2008 Carriage House Music Series Kicks Off Wednesday, April 30, 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2008 CARRIAGE HOUSE MUSIC SERIES KICKS OFF WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30 AT BELLE MEADE PLANTATION All of the Proceeds to Benefit Belle Meade Plantation Nashville, Tenn. - April 15, 2008 -- The 2008 Carriage House Music Series (CHMS) kicks off Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at the historic Belle Meade Plantation in Nashville, Tennessee. CHMS is a fundraiser featuring first-class songwriters in which all of the proceeds will benefit Belle Meade Plantation's preservation and educational outreach programs. In a partnership with ASCAP, the line-up includes J. Fred Knobloch, "If My Heart Had Wings" (Faith Hill) and "Meanwhile" (George Strait); Tony Haselden, "It Ain't Nothin' " (Keith Whitley) and "Take It Like A Man" (Michelle Wright); Roxie Dean, "Why They Call It Falling" (Lee Ann Womack) and "My Sister" (Reba McEntire) and Dave Turnbull, "Lucky Man" (Montgomery Gentry) and "If Something Should Happen" (Darryl Worley). The evening will also feature a social hour with complimentary wine and beer, as well as dinner by Big Guns Catering, which draws its menu from the Bound'ry and South Street, two of Nashville's favorite eateries. Tickets are available now for $40 in advance or $45 at the door. There will be another installment of CHMS on October 15, 2008. Tickets for both events are available for $75. For more information and to purchase tickets visit http://e2ma.net/go/1031904924/929255/34053945/goto:http://www.bellemeadeplantation.com/ or call 615-356-0501, ext. 40. The event on April 30 will be taped to air on Music City Connection: Heroes Behind the Hits (Channel 16), a monthly radio program produced by the Nashville Convention & Visitors Bureau, exclusively on XM Satellite Radio. The event is presented by LifeWorks Foundation and sponsored by ASCAP, The Tennessean, American Songwriter magazine, NSAI, Big Guns Catering, Uptown's Smoke Shop, XM Satellite Radio, Anderson Design Group, Summer Classics and Creekside Garden Center. "ASCAP and our songwriters are proud to support the CHMS, which offers Nashville residents and visitors a chance to embrace our world-renowned musical legacy and rich history in one intimate evening," -Earle Simmons of ASCAP, Nashville Director of Membership Services "The Carriage House Music Series stands for all that makes Nashville special...great people, great history, food and community. And don't forget the craft of music - songwriting," -Robert Clement, Publisher of American Songwriter magazine "There's no better way to spend an evening than listening to great stars . . . under the stars . . . at Belle Meade Plantation. The Carriage House Music Series is a great addition to Music City's entertainment calendar." -Bob Paxman, Staff Writer/Reporter Country Weekly magazine About Belle Meade Plantation: Named one of "America's 10 Grandest Mansions" by Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel magazine, the 30-acre Belle Meade Plantation is rich with 200 years of Tennessee history. The limestone columns of the 1853 Greek Revival Antebellum home are riddled with the scars of a Civil War skirmish. A few paces away, a monument to Enquirer, the first American-bred horse ever to win the English Derby, recounts a time when the plantation was a world-renowned equine nursery and stud farm famous for breeding and training championship race horses. Recent Kentucky Derby winners Funny Cide and Barbarro, even racing legends like Secretariat and Seabiscuit, can trace their bloodlines back to the plantation's breeding stock. Located at 5025 Harding Road in Nashville, Tennessee, Belle Meade Plantation is maintained and preserved by the Nashville Chapter of the Association for the Preservation of Tennessee Antiquities and is listed on the U.S. National Registry of Historic Places. Belle Meade Plantation is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization. For more information on daily tours or the plantation, please call (615) 356-0501 or go to http://e2ma.net/go/1031904924/929255/34053848/goto:http://www.bellemeadeplantation.com/. About LifeWorks Foundation: LifeWorks Foundation and its trustees, George and Pat Bullard of Nashville, Tennessee, are committed to assisting in the betterment of our community through partnership, programs and charitable donation. # # # J.Fred Knobloch Tony Haselden Roxie Dean Dave Turnbull

ACCLAIMED SINGER/SONGWRITER ADAM HOOD FINDS A "DIFFERENT GROOVE" WITH HIS SECOND SINGLE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ACCLAIMED SINGER/SONGWRITER ADAM HOOD

FINDS A "DIFFERENT GROOVE" WITH HIS SECOND SINGLE

- Little Dog Records Releases Title Track

From Hood's Critically Recognized Album on May 5^th –

Popular singer/songwriter ADAM HOOD will be releasing his second single entitled "Different Groove" on MAY 5th.

"Different Groove" is the title track from Hood's debut Little Dog Records album. The album, which was produced by Grammy Award-winning producer/guitarist Pete Anderson (Dwight Yoakam, Sara Evans, Roy Orbison, Buck Owens, Flaco Jimenez), has garnered tremendous critical reviews, landing on Ken Barnes' USA TODAY year-end "Best Of" list.

The first single from the album, "22 Days Too Long," became a hit on the Texas Music Chart where it remained for five months The corresponding video gained popularity on GAC-TV where it continues to receive national airplay. Adam was also featured in a mini-documentary performing songs and talking about his influences which was offered on national satellite channels via ConcertTV's on-demand service.

Adam is continuing to enjoy growing success since the release of DIFFERENT GROOVE. Highly respected journalist Mario Tarradell from the "Dallas Morning News" wrote, "If you merged early Bob Dylan with dashes of the Band and Al Green, you'd get the flavor of Adam Hood's front porch meets juke joint music." Adam has been seen at many popular concerts and festivals including the prestigious Austin City Limits Festival and Music Fest in Colorado. He has been featured on the popular ME Television out of Austin and was seen as part of a retail campaign by hip Red Dirt Music-inspired clothing line Southern Thread. Additionally, Adam appeared in an episode of "We're An American Band" on the Documentary Channel.

Adam has picked up a number of high profile fans along the way including country stars Sunny Sweeney and Miranda Lambert, who has invited him to perform as her opening act at a number of her concerts – where she has consistently come out on stage to personally introduce him.

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LYNDA CARTER TO APPEAR AT THE KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS AND VENUES IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO AND NEW YORK

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

LYNDA CARTER TO APPEAR AT THE KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS AND VENUES IN

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO AND NEW YORK

WASHINGTON, DC, April 15, 2008— Lynda Carter, television’s Wonder Woman, resumes her singing tour this spring and will again be presenting her cabaret show in select U.S. cities this year, it was announced today. Dates are currently scheduled at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, as well as venues in Southern California, San Francisco and New York this fall, with additional shows to be announced shortly.

In addition, Lynda is currently recording a new studio CD in Nashville for release later in the year. The album is being produced by the highly regarded producer John Carter Cash.

Last year, Lynda returned to live performing and appeared in a series of cabaret shows, attracting sell out crowds throughout the country with much critical acclaim. Rave reviews of her performances include the following:

“…Expect to hear a well-polished set from a performer who can deliver a song even better than she can take down a bad guy.” LA Times, June 23, 2007

“With a gracious stage presence and a winning smile—and looking absolutely gorgeous—she wowed her opening night packed house…Her welcoming by the audience…was the longest and loudest I have ever heard…” ABC (San Francisco), May 1, 2007

“From a stunning rendition of Billy Holiday’s ‘God Bless The Child’ to two sultry medleys from her Emmy winning CBS specials, Ms. Carter was charming, captivating, comfortable and vocally in control of every note.” BroadwayWorld.com (Chicago), Sept. 12, 2007

“…dynamic and very sexy. Combining a diverse song repertoire with a few Wonder Woman spins, Carter provides a pretty terrific evening.” Am New York, Nov. 1, 2007

Before being crowned Miss World USA or landing the lead role in Wonder Woman, Lynda Carter was known as a leading lady of song. She has headlined here in leading venues from Las Vegas to New York and appeared before enthusiastic audiences around the world. Throughout her television and film career, she has never given up her love of the stage, returning to star in London’s West End production of Chicago in 2006, and appearing in concerts from coast to coast. Carter’s legendary stage presence was featured in a series of five Emmy award-winning television network variety specials on CBS, which she produced and hosted while singing and dancing alongside such guests as Ray Charles, Kenny Rogers, Merle Haggard and Tom Jones.

The year’s cabaret outing promises a new, dynamic set of diverse songs and standards. The concert schedule currently includes the following spring appearances:

April 25 Thousand Oaks Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks, CA

April 27 Cerritos Center for the Perf. Arts, Cerritos, CA

April 29-May 4 The Rrazz Room , San Francisco, CA

May 10 Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC

For Thousand Oaks tickets, please contact: http://www.civicartsplaza.com/ or Ticketmaster: 805-583-8700, online www.ticketmaster.com or at Ticket master outlets. For Cerritos tickets, please contact: http://www.cerritoscenter.com/ or Ticket office 800-300-4345.

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CANDY in NEW JERSEY & MARYLAND this wk!--New SINGLE!

Huge WEEK!

First we start the week with the BRAND NEW SINGLE RELEASE! Contact your radio station to hear

BIG DREAM IN A LITTLE TOWN!

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CANDY and her band are BACK ON THE ROAD and heading this week to NEW JERSEY and MARYLAND!!!! Click on the date or venue for more info on these shows!

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Inside Music Row TV Show Puts Zane Lewis Across the Nation This Week

TV ALERT

Zane Lewis “In-Your-Face” Across The Nation This Week

INSIDE MUSIC ROW Interview Airs In 23 Million Households

Nashville, TN (April 14, 2008) INSIDE MUSIC ROW television show recently caught up with Zane Lewis in Nashville. The resulting interview, which includes performance footage from the hip, Music City venue, 12^th & Porter, airs this week in 80 markets (including NY, LA, DC, Detroit & Tampa), putting Lewis in front of 23 million viewers. “This is pretty incredible,” says Zane of his first national TV appearance. “I could tour till I’m 60 and probably not reach this many people.”

Lewis loves connecting, and had “a blast” sharing his thoughts on the new CD, ZANE LEWIS, and his first national single, “Come With Me” (currently at #55 on the Music Row chart, #41 Texas Music chart). Zane’s enthusiasm is contagious, and his passion is evident as he talks about a then-upcoming gig for troops at Fort Hood Army Base, and the adrenaline rush of being named one of the CMA’s Who To Watch In 2008 artists.

Lewis is making his way through a radio promotion tour that will hit 70-plus stations in four states (Texas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Arkansas), and recent media coverage includes DALLAS MORNING NEWS; CMA Close Up (April/May); CountryStars Online; HONKY TONK magazine; Cybercountry; YouTube and more.

Catch up on Zane at www.MySpace.com/zanelewis.

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Shawna Russell Releases Highly Anticipated Single 'Goddess' Today

For Immediate Release:

Shawna Russell Releases Her Highly-Anticipated Debut Single "Goddess" Today, April 14

Way Out West/Nine Records Singer-Songwriter Begins National Radio Tour in Her Home State of Oklahoma

NASHVILLE, TN (April 14, 2008) – Shawna Russell releases her debut single, "Goddess," today, April 14, on Way Out West/Nine North Records. The single will be available on CDX Vol. 446, CD single, and digitally via Play MPE and AirPlay Direct. The song will go for adds at radio on May 19.

Russell was in Nashville last week visiting top radio trade publications to kick-off her national radio tour which begins on Tuesday in her home state of Oklahoma. Russell charmed staff members of All Access, Country Aircheck, Music Row Magazine and Radio & Records/Billboard, with her music, powerful vocals, gentle feminine charm and million dollar smile.

The CMA has named her as one of the "Who New To Watch Artists in 2008," and critical acclaim and buzz have been building around the Okemah, Oklahoma native since the release of her debut CD Goddess during the Country Radio Seminar in March.

The disc has received rave reviews from Country Stars Online, Maverick Magazine, Nashville Music Guide, and others.

Country Weekly gave high praise in their April 7 edition saying, "Her promising debut is contemporary country soaked in the influence of 1970's country-rock and California pop. It's a winning fusion that evokes the era's sense of mystery while remaining grounded in the present."

Last week, The Oklahoman stated, "Judging from Shawna Russell's promising debut album, Oklahoma likely will be adding another country superstar to its brag book."

During the rest of April, Russell will also visit radio in Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Nebraska, Georgia, Tennessee and South Carolina. She is scheduled to continue across the country in May and June, in between concert dates in her home region. Russell, a veteran performer since the age of 13, takes it all in stride. "It's an exciting time for me. I'm anxious to get out to radio and see how my music is accepted. I know it will be fast-paced – but I'm ready for it!"

Russell co-wrote "Goddess" along with her father, Keith Russell, and her uncle, producer, Tim Russell. "The message in the song "Goddess" is from the stand-point of a confident woman who wants to convey to someone that she has feelings for that, 'you have this perfect image of an ideal woman in your mind, and that has let you down, but I can be everything you want - and more. I can be the one you dream of.' "

Russell will make a return trip to Music City in June when she will perform during the CMA Music Fest at the "Hard Rock Café" stage on June 5.

Heading up national promotion for "Goddess" is Larry Pareigis and his team at Nine North Records; Rick Kelly and Marco Music Group for Music Row radio, and Bill Wence of Bill Wence Promotions for Secondary Country Radio, and album promotion to the Americana, AAA, and College formats.

For more information about Shawna Russell, please visit: www.shawnarussell.com and www.myspace.com/shawnarussell878

Country Weekly Fast Fact 4.21

, Fast Facts COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: April 21 JASON MICHAEL CARROLL: FATHERHOOD & FAME In this exclusive interview, Jason Michael Carroll talks about his four children, how he relaxes and his goals for the future. Jason notes that his new single, “I Can Sleep When I’m Dead,” was partly inspired by his relationship with his children. “I think that’s so awesome,” he tells Country Weekly. Jason also talks about his favorite hobbies––archery and motorcycle riding––and what he hopes to accomplish in his career. “If I’m still making music, enjoying what I’m doing and making a living at it in 20 years, that’d be awesome,” he declares. COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: April 21 TRENT WILLMON: “I’M A BETTER PERSON” Trent Willmon comes bouncing back with a new CD and a changed outlook on life. Trent confesses that he thought about going back home to Texas after being dropped from his record label in 2006. “There were lots of thoughts about it,” Trent tells Country Weekly. But he found a new label and has just released his CD, Broken In. Now, Trent declares, “I’m a better singer, a better writer, a better person. I’m lovin’ life and looking forward to the new things that God’s gonna bring me.” PLUS! Get the story behind the latest Carrie Underwood hit, “All-American Girl,” which she co-wrote . . . Sara Evans gets engaged . . . and everything you need to know about Toby Keith.

Lady Antebellum Completes Stellar Line-up

RITES OF SPRING HEATS IT UP WITH NEW & EXCITING TALENT
Lady Antebellum and Wild Sweet Orange Complete Stellar Line-up

WHAT: Rites of Spring Music Festival at Vanderbilt University
WHEN: Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19, 2008
WHERE: Alumni Lawn – Vanderbilt University Campus
TIME: 3:00 pm Friday; 3:00 pm Saturday – Gates Open
TICKETS: $15 – Vanderbilt Student Tickets – One Ticket Per Student
$45 – General Public Weekend Pass – Purchased in Advance
$55 – General Public Weekend Pass – Purchased Day of Show

NASHVILLE, TN: Taking place Friday, April 18 and Saturday, April 19, 2008, the Rites of Spring Music Festival is the best place to be to see some of the hottest talent in music, including Colbie Caillat, Lil Jon, Feist, Spoon and Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. And there is more! To complete an already incredible line-up, the Vanderbilt Programming Board's Music Group is pleased to announce the additions of Lady Antebellum and Wild Sweet Orange to this year’s Rites of Spring.

With a unique blend of harmonies reminiscent of classic country, a soulfulness of 1960s R&B and the heart-on-the-sleeve openness of 1970s singer-songwriters, all with a keen edge of contemporary country, Lady Antebellum is one of country music’s brightest new talents and is poised to make a huge impact on the music world. The band, which came together in 2006, already has a long list of accomplishments, including being named one of Billboard’s “New Faces to watch in 2008,” one of the “Eight to Watch in ’08” by The Boston Globe and “the next BIG thing” by Nashville Lifestyles. In addition, the band recently received its first major honor, an Academy of Country Music nomination for “Top New Group.”

Like Lady Antebellum, Wild Sweet Orange is quickly becoming a name on the scene. Wild Sweet Orange blends solid indie rock with rural charm and southern sensibilities, making a potent combination that is simultaneously intimate and rousing. Compared to Bright Eyes meets The Old 97s, this band is bringing something fresh to the genre and is a must see for the weekend.

"We are excited to be adding Wild Sweet Orange and Lady Antebellum to the Rites of Spring line-up,” said David Silverstein, co-chair of the Vanderbilt Programming Board’s Music Group. “Both bands are great talents and it’s a pleasure to have the opportunity to introduce them to Vandy students and the community before they hit big.”

Rites of Spring Final Line-up

Friday, April 18, 2008
Wild Sweet Orange, Jeremy Lister, The Avett Brothers, Lady Antebellum, DJ Kool, Colbie Caillat, Spoon

Saturday, April 19, 2008
H-Beam, Alana Grace, Lord T and Eloise, Hill Country Revue, Randy Rogers Band, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Old Crow Medicine Show, Feist, Lil Jon

F.Y.E. for your entertainment (www.fye.com) is once again on board as a supporting sponsor of the Rites of Spring Music Festival 2008. F.Y.E. will have an on-site presence at the festival and, as an official Ticketmaster outlet, will also sell Rites tickets at their store, which is located at 2400 West End Avenue, next to the Vanderbilt University campus.

Both shows are open to the general public. Tickets are on sale now at all Ticketmaster locations, including the F.Y.E. for your entertainment store on West End Avenue, online at http://ticketsus.at/countryinterviews?CTY=37&LID=RitesSpring&DURL=http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B004064A37A4F79?artistid=1203119&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=53 or by calling 615-255-9600. Tickets can also be purchased with Cash or Check with no service fees included only at the Sarratt Box Office on the Vanderbilt campus. For general event information, call 615-343-3361.

About Vanderbilt Student Campus Events
The Office of the Dean of Students at Vanderbilt University provides an extensive list of activities and organizations for students to gain the true college experience. Student Campus Events houses several organizations and programs designed to meet the needs of every college student. Their mission is to offer a fun and celebratory environment as well as cultivating a sense of school pride that extends past the classroom.

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Shawna Russell to Appear on 'Inside Music Row' Television Show

For Immediate Release:

Shawna Russell to Appear on Nationally Syndicated Television Show Inside Music Row on Sunday Night April 13

Rising Oklahoma Singer-Songwriter Performs and Talks About Her Debut CD Goddess


(Nashville, TN) April 12, 2008 -- Oklahoma singer-songwriter Shawna Russell will appear on the nationally syndicated television show, Inside Music Row, this Sunday, April 13. Check local listings for times. The show airs at 10:30 p.m. CST on WNAB in Nashville.

The episode captures Russell in performance and interview footage recorded during a recent club show in Nashville just prior to the release of her debut CD Goddess, which happened during the Country Radio Seminar in March.

The show will also feature the latest news from Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Phil Stacey, Trent Tomlinson, Whiskey Falls, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Darryl Worley, Jennifer Hanson and the CMA Music Festival (where Russell is scheduled to appear on June 5 at the "Hard Rock Café Stage").

The Inside Music Row segment will be Russell's debut national television appearance. Meanwhile, back on her home turf, Friday's edition of The Oklahoman stated, "Judging from Shawna Russell's promising debut album, Oklahoma likely will be adding another country superstar to its brag book."

Russell will release her Way Out West/Nine North Records title single "Goddess" to radio on Monday.

Inside Music Row airs in approximately 80 markets nationwide. For more information about the weekly show, visit their website at: www.InsideMusicRow.com.

For the latest news about Shawna Russell, tour dates, and reviews of Goddess, visit www.ShawnaRussell.com

Steve Azar Launches Ride Records

Steve Azar Launches Ride Records

Nashville, TN -- April 11, 2008...Soulful singer songwriter and country blues rocker STEVE AZAR has launched RIDE RECORDS, a division of Ride Entertainment Group. Azar's highly anticipated Indianola will be the newly formed label's first project, co-released on Azar's Dang label, and nationally distributed by Redeye.

Azar has also partnered with industry veteran Harry Nelson as National Director of Radio and Media Promotion for RIDE. Nelson, can be reached at (207) 281-3314 or hnelson@riderecords.com . The first single release to country radio will be, "I Won't Let You Lead Me Down."

In addition to Azar, Ride Entertainment Group will use it's considerable resources to seek out, sign, and develop emerging artists in all music formats.

Houston based, Bubble Up Digital Media Solutions will provide online marketing and promotion and Hot Schatz PR will handle national publicity and artist development. Azar is booked by Darin Murphy at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) in Nashville.

The new label and release follows Azar's critically acclaimed and Pollstar's #1 tour in 2007 with Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band. His last CD, Waitin' on Joe, produced a radio phenomenon with "I Don't Have To Be Me ('Til Monday)" and the title track yielded the #1 video featuring Academy Award Winner Morgan Freeman.

For more Steve Azar news, visit: www.steveazarlive.com.

RANDY TRAVIS HAS FAITH IN YOU WITH NEW VIDEO

RANDY TRAVIS HAS “FAITH IN YOU” WITH NEW VIDEO

NASHVILLE – April 11, 2008 – Warner Bros. Records artist and legendary entertainer Randy Travis’ video for his new single, “Faith In You,” will begin airing on GAC this Sunday, April 13. The video, directed by Tue Wallin Storm and shot in Los Angeles at The Million Dollar Theater, features a beautiful love story of two people set through time. It is currently available to view at http://www.randytravis.com/ and http://www.cmt.com/. The video single will also be available for download at iTunes on Friday, April 15.

In addition, you can catch an exclusive “Unplugged At Studio 330” performance by Travis now at CMT.com. Travis performs his new single, “Faith In You,” and hits such as “Three Wooden Crosses,” “Diggin Up Bones,” and “Forever And Ever, Amen.” The Randy Travis free download promotion continues at http://www.randytravis.com/. As a thank you to everyone’s continuing support, Travis is offering a free download of his new country music single, “Faith In You,” on the site.

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CANDY'S *NEW SINGLE!*--Shows in NJ & MD!

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AMBER RHODES AN AMERICAN IDOL HOPEFUL

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April 10, 2008

STRAY DOG MUSIC'S AMBER RHODES AN AMERICAN IDOL HOPEFUL
Rhodes' Song Submission Selected As Season Finale Contender In "American Idol—Songwriter"

NASHVILLE, Tennessee— Amber Rhodes (Stray Dog Music), who released her debut single "So Long Goodbye" to country radio in the Fall (2007) and was named "Who New to Watch" in 2008 (CMA Close-Up Magazine), has now also become "Idol" worthy! Rhodes' underground song entitled "We're Gonna Make It" (written with Hugh Colocott and Noel Cohen) is among the top 20 songs in the running to be performed on the 2008 "American Idol" season finale.

Among the thousands of songs submitted, "We're Gonna Make It" is particularly personal to Amber. "I spend a lot of time traveling to and from Music City, Nashville and the Big Apple," the songwriter and recording artist introduced. "…which leaves a lot of time spent separated from the one that I love. This was my personal, musical message to him to tell him that no matter what, 'we're gonna make it.'" Delivering an uplifting, positive and reassuring message, the tune resembles the hope, strength and confidence "American Idol" enables its participants.

Via an online ranking system, registered AmericanIdol.com visitors can choose the song to be performed by the winner on this season's "America Idol" finale. Voters are encouraged to judge the song based on melody, lyrics, and overall song composition as "the perfect fit" for America's next American Idol. (http://songwriter.americanidol.com) Voting ends on April 23 at which time the winning song will be announced.

In addition to lending his talents to Amber's contending "Idol" tune, co-writer Hugh Colocott has been instrumental in making a significant contribution to Rhodes' debut CD entitled GOODBYE YESTERDAY (co-produced by Grammy Award winning engineers and producers Axel Niehaus and Erik Steiner/Stray Dog Music). Her lead single from the CD ("So Long Goodbye") is currently No. 38 on the Music Row charts. The label is set to release Rhode's follow-up single "Leave It Up To You" (produced by A. Niehaus/E. Steinert/K. Lehning) in the coming weeks.

"It was a songwriting competition...I really never had any expectations." Rhodes added. "What is a personal message for me, may become a powerful message for all of America! How special is that?"

For more information on Amber Rhodes visit www.amberrhodes.com /or/ www.MySpace.com/AmberRhodesMusic.

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PRESS RELEASE: Emerson Drive Scheduled to Perform National Anthem at NASCAR Sprint Cup Races & ARCA RE/MAX Series Race

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Emerson Drive Scheduled to Perform National Anthem at NASCAR Sprint Cup Races &

ARCA RE/MAX Series Race

Midas Records award-winning country group, Emerson Drive is set to perform the National Anthem to kick off the SUBWAY Fresh Fit 500™ NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Phoenix International Raceway on Saturday, April 12th. Race fans will also be treated to a concert from Emerson Drive during the pre-race ceremonies on the Midway Stage at 3:00 pm.

Emerson Drive is also scheduled to perform the National Anthem prior to the Dover 400 NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Dover International Speedway’s The Monster Mile^TM in Dover, DE on June 1st. The night before, they will headline a benefit concert at Dover Downs, benefiting Autism Speaks.

The ARCA RE/MAX racing series also tapped the band to perform the National Anthem kicking off the Prairie Meadows 250 in Newton, IA on Saturday, April 19th.

It may be “left turns only” on the track, but it’s full steam straight ahead for Emerson Drive who are busy in the studio working on their brand new album with Teddy Gentry and Josh Leo. A new single is on the way in the coming weeks, with the new album scheduled for release is early fall 2008.

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Tracy & Eddie Montgomery To Receive Key To The City

, TRACY & EDDIE MONTGOMERY TO RECEIVE KEY TO THE CITY Danville, KY – The Danville City Commission will recognize Country Music entertainer Eddie Montgomery and his wife Tracy at the next regular meeting, on April 14, 2008, at 5:30 PM. Mayor Hugh Coomer and the Board of Commissioners will recognize them for their charitable efforts in helping the fire department’s Christmas Toy Drive the past few years. Mayor Coomer cited the efforts of the couple, both in raising more than $20,000 over the past five years for the Toy Program, to bringing country music fans to Boyle County, where they reside. Eddie, half of the country music duo Montgomery Gentry, has appeared in the Middle East to meet and greet American soldiers stationed overseas, and has been a strong advocate in supporting military personnel and their families. Closer to home, he and Tracy have appeared across the state and the country in support of various groups and organizations, lending their names to various charitable enterprises. This sense of community and local spirit also factored in Mayor Coomer’s efforts to recognize the Montgomery family’s efforts. Danville Fire Department records show that nearly $4,000 a year has been raised either through events or donations made by the couple to the Christmas Toy Drive. Their fan base has brought several truckloads of new toys given for distribution to needy children and families during the holidays. The Boyle County couple has organized several bus events, where they displayed tour buses used by top acts including Britney Spears, Faith Hill and their own Montgomery Gentry bus. Eddie and Tracy also spent many hours meeting and greeting their fans, some from several states away. During those appearances, the Montgomery troop have endured freezing winds and steady rains, staying long after their scheduled appearance times to make sure fans got a chance to get a picture, an autograph, or to exchange a few words. In addition to the proclamation Monday, the couple has expressed support for a fund-raiser on April 30 in Danville in support of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Baskin-Robbins will be holding a 31-cent scoop night nation wide, and will donate $100,000 to the NFFF, which assists families who have lost firefighters in the line of duty. Local storeowners Bennie and George Thompson have welcomed Eddie and Tracy’s participation in recognizing hometown heroes in the fire service.

Award-Winning Singer/Songwriter Becky Schlegel Makes Nat'l Debut With FOR ALL THE WORLD TO SEE - June 17

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Award-Winning Singer/Songwriter Becky Schlegel Makes National Debut With FOR ALL THE WORLD TO SEE, June 17

“Meticulously arranged settings that combine elements of bluegrass and contemporary country/folk in a way that complements her gemlike songs.” -Bluegrass Unlimited

“You’ve got some notes there in your voice that make an older person feel faint -makes cowboys order an extra beer.” - Garrison Keillor

Nashville, TN (April 10, 2008) – Multi-award winning singer/songwriter Becky Schlegel makes her national debut with FOR ALL THE WORLD TO SEE (Lilly Ray/IGO Records) on June 17. Although an indie artist, Schlegel has quietly built an impressive cross-genre (Americana, Bluegrass & Country) fan base since 1999, helped in part by frequent appearances on National Public Radio’s A Prairie Home Companion and RFD-TV’s Midwest Country Theater. Now, with distribution throughout North America via Select-O-Hits and marketing by IGO Records, Becky’s music (which has been compared to Alison Krauss, Sara McLaughlin and Jewel) will be available in stores nationwide for the first time.

From the haunting slide of Bo Ramsey’s guitar that opens the disc’s title track, the spell is cast on this 11-song collection – and Schlegel’s voice treads the border between vulnerability and passion with an easy grace. The rolling keyboard of Rich Dworsky and Kenny Wilson’s steel guitar lend the perfect support to Schlegel’s sweet goodbye on “Bound For Tennessee;” while the magical Appalachian feel of “Jenny” is timeless, shining with Jeff Midkiff’s mandolin, Brian Fesler’s gritty acoustic guitar and Becky’s poignant vocal. “Lonely” is stunning in its simplicity – the track consists solely of two acoustic guitars and Schlegel’s ethereal soprano; while the driving “99%” bristles with Fesler’s fiery banjo and a pounding acoustic bass. Becky’s compositions give aficionados of extraordinary musicianship - and students of human emotion - plenty to enjoy on this album.

Schlegel’s two previous CDs, RED LEAF and DRIFTER LIKE ME, have earned her numerous awards, and the Minnesota Music Academy has honored her for five consecutive years. In 2003 and 2005, Becky performed at the IBMA’s prestigious Songwriters’ Showcase, and she continues to entertain fans at festivals and concerts across the Midwest.

FOR ALL THE WORLD TO SEE is co-produced by Schlegel and Brian Fesler and will be available in stores and online through all the popular e-tailers on JUNE 17.

For more information on Becky, log on to: www.beckyschlegel.com or www.MySpace.com/beckyschlegel .

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Charlie Allen Performs for WTRS St. Jude Radio-A-Thon on April 10 & 11

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Charlie Allen to be Featured Entertainment for St. Jude "Radio-A-Thon" Sponsored by 'Thunder Country' WTRS Radio in Ocala Florida on April 10 & 11

River Run Records Artist Lends a Hand to Charity as Current Single Continues to Climb the Charts

NASHVILLE, TN (April 10, 2008) – Spinville/River Run Records artist, Charlie Allen, will be the featured entertainment for the St. Jude Radio-A-Thon on April 10 & 11 sponsored by 'Thunder Country' WTRS in Ocala, Florida. Scheduled to run from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on both days, the charity auction will be held at Barbizon's Bar and Grill, 4361 NW Blitchton Road, Ocala. Phone (352) 629-6100.

Allen is scheduled to perform at various times throughout the event and will be working the phones. Entertainer Shane Wooten will also be performing.

Allen will donate a signed "Tradition" guitar to the auction to go along with items from Reba, Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift, LeeAnn Rimes, Rascal Flatts, and dozens of other Country music superstars. According to DJ, Kelly Wright, "We will have seven phone lines going to take donations throughout the day. WTRS is the only station in North Central Florida that is affiliated with St. Jude, and we thank Charlie for donating his time and talent to this great cause. We are hoping for a very successful event!"

Allen's current single, "See If I Care" is currently at #3 on this week's New Music Weekly chart, #33 on the Music Row chart, and is currently making strong inroads at R&R's Indicator "New & Active" section where it continues to move up in rotation.

For more information about the event, please visit the station's website at:

http://www.wtrs.fm/WTRS/StJudesAuction.htm

Visit Charlie Allen's official website at: http://www.charlieallenmusic.com/ and River Run Records at: http://www.riverrunrecords.com

NEW JOSH GRACIN CD DEBUTS AT #4 ON COUNTRY ALBUMS CHART

, NEW JOSH GRACIN CD DEBUTS AT #4 ON COUNTRY ALBUMS CHART NASHVILLE, TN - (April 9, 2008) – We Weren’t Crazy, the new CD from American Idol season 2 finalist and former Marine Josh Gracin, debuted at #4 on Nielsen SoundScan’s Country Albums chart selling more than 18,000 albums in its first week of release. A remarkable 26% of these full-length albums were sold digitally with iTunes representing the majority of the digital sales. In addition, Josh Gracin moved more than 27,000 individual track downloads from the new record. His current single, the title track “We Weren’t Crazy,” accounted for more than 18,000 of the tracks sold first week. The single is currently inside the top 30 on the Billboard and MediaBase country radio charts. Josh Gracin’s new CD, We Weren’t Crazy allows audiences to take a more personal look inside the singer’s life. Gracin wrote or co-wrote three of the albums eleven songs including the autobiographical current single, “We Weren’t Crazy.” “This album is more me,” says Gracin. “I was able to focus on making the album I wanted to make. For the first album, I was still in the service, so I had to fly in and out of Nashville to record when I could. This time around it had my undivided attention.” Josh worked with producers Marty Williams and Brett James on the CD’s eleven tracks. Josh Gracin’s debut album is certified gold by the RIAA and has sold over 695,000 copies. He’s one of only three new male country singers to be introduced in the last four years to earn a gold album. Josh is also the only male solo country artist in recent years to release a debut album with three consecutive Top 5 country hits, including his first #1, “Nothin’ To Lose.” His new CD We Weren’t Crazy is in stores now. To learn more about Josh Gracin, log on to www.myspace.com/joshgracin or www.joshgracin.com Lyric Street Records is a part of Disney Music Group. The Disney Music Group is the recorded music and music publishing arm of the Walt Disney Studios.

George Strait's Troubadour Debuts At #1

GEORGE STRAIT'S TROUBADOUR DEBUTS AT #1 ON BILLBOARD 200 AND TOP COUNTRY ALBUMS CHART Nashville, TN (April 9, 2008) The "King of Country Music's" 37th album, Troubadour, debuted at #1 today on the Billboard 200 and the Top Country Albums chart. This is the third time in Strait's career that a new album has debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 chart and the 11th time debuting at #1 on the Top Country Albums chart. Currently, George Strait has 32 platinum albums (13 of which are multi-platinum). The only recording artists with more RIAA certified platinum albums are The Beatles with 39 and Elvis Presley with 45. It makes perfect sense that Entertainment Weekly proclaims, "George Strait is the most reliable record-maker and biggest one-man hit factory in any genre of music." USA Today calls him a "Singer's Singer" and The Dallas Morning News reports, "Few artists, country or otherwise, have remained so consistent for so long. George Strait is a treasured rarity." The first single from Troubadour, "I Saw God Today," sits at the #2 spot on the country radio charts this week. If the song reaches #1, it will be Strait's 56th #1 single. With a career that spans more than 25 years, Strait has sold more than 67 million records and counting. He has received more than 50 major entertainment industry awards and countless nominations. In 2006, Strait was elected into the Country Music Hall of Fame, one of the few artists to receive such a distinction while still actively recording and producing music. He is currently nominated for ACM Entertainer of the Year for the 10th time and has the distinct honor of XM Radio dedicating an entire channel to his music during the next two months. "Strait Country" will be available from April 1 through May 31 on XM channel 17 and also available on online (http://friends.experiencexm.com/k/bUxmNp0blQVJB4kNBCYMBggHDwM=/).

Virginia Singer/Songwriter Randy Thompson Celebrates Birth of Third Son

Virginia Singer/Songwriter Randy Thompson Celebrates Birth of Third Son

Ryan Gordon Thompson Born April 6; New CD Riding High On Charts

Clifton, VA (April 9, 2008) Singer/songwriter Randy Thompson celebrates the birth of his third son, Ryan Gordon, who was born to Thompson’s wife Julie on Sunday, April 6. The newest addition to the clan weighed in at 5 lbs, 6 oz., and was welcomed by siblings Erik (19) and Colin (16), and the extended Thompson family.

Randy is also celebrating the success of his newest CD, FURTHER ON, which is riding high on several charts. The disc sits at #28 on this week’s Americana Music Chart and moving up. He also holds the #13 spot on the Roots Music Report, and #23 on the FAR chart. While thrilled with the numbers, Thompson says, “Nothing can compare to the birth of a child. Julie is doing great, and Ryan is beautiful.”

You can catch up on all the latest RT news at www.MySpace.com/randythompsonjackpotrecords or www.randythompson.net.

Josh Turner's New Video Begins Airing Today

JOSH TURNER'S NEW MUSIC VIDEO FOR "ANOTHER TRY" BEGINS AIRING TODAY Nashville, TN - (April 8, 2008) -The music video for Josh Turner's current single, "Another Try," opens with a breathtaking shot of Turner atop the Natchez Trace Bridge in Franklin, Tennessee. The concept of the video, directed by Stephen Scott, is based on the song's captivating lyric, "If The Hands Of Time Could Just Move In Reverse," written by Chris Stapleton and Jeremy Spillman. "This video was very different for me in that it was more about acting out the lyrical content of the song," notes Turner. "The cool thing is that by using special effects, we started at the end of the story and went in reverse." "Another Try" will begin airing on GAC April 8 and on CMT April 10. In addition, Turner just landed his first acting role in the Billy Graham Biopic "Billy The Early Years." He will play the role of Graham's musical counterpart, George Beverly Shea. Turner is in the studio this week recording with music producer John Carter Cash for the upcoming film. To watch the music video for "Another Try," go to: http://e2ma.net/go/1021325599/917344/33626724/goto:http://umgnashville.com/artist/media/mediaplayer.aspx?mid=1065&aid=13 For tour dates and more info go to http://e2ma.net/go/1021325599/917344/33626723/goto:http://www.joshturner.com/. ###

2nd annual Country Weekly Fashion Show presented by Wrangler set for June 4th

, 2nd annual Country Weekly Fashion Show presented by Wrangler set for June 4th Nashville, TN – The 2nd annual Country Weekly Fashion Show presented by Wrangler will take place at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday, June 4th at 8 PM. This one-of-a-kind fashion event, where today’s hottest country stars take over the runway, benefits Musicians On Call. “Country Weekly couldn’t be more excited to bring a unique event back again for our 2nd year!,” declares Shane Tarleton, Country Weekly’s Fashion and Beauty Editor. “We’re bringing the stars closer to the fans in a fashion they won’t get anyplace else. From living legends to today’s hottest new stars, our fashion show will have ‘em all!” Participating artists and hosts will be announced in the coming weeks! About Musicians On Call: Musicians on Call (MOC) was founded in 1999 with the mission of bringing live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities. Musicians On Call continues its mission through room-to-room hospital performances by both local musicians and national celebrities, and its CD Pharmacy and Project Playback programs. MOC opened its first national chapter in Nashville, Tennessee in April 2007. In less than a year, we have played for over 3,000 people at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. We have three weekly programs where volunteer guides and musicians visit adults in the Transplant, Dialysis, General Surgery, and Cardiac Units. For more information, please visit our website at www.musiciansoncall.org <http://www.musiciansoncall.org> . About Wrangler: Wrangler Western Wear, a VF Company, is available at over 2,500 western specialty, mid-tier and workwear stores nationwide that provide quality men’s and women’s apparel and accessories. For more information regarding the Wrangler family of products or to locate the Wrangler retailer nearest you, visit www.wrangler.com or call 1.888.784.8571. VF Corporation is a leader in branded lifestyle apparel including jeanswear, outdoor products, image apparel and sportswear. Its principal brands include Wrangler, Lee, Riders, Rustler, The North Face, Vans, Reef, Napapijri, Kipling, Nautica, John Varvatos, JanSport, Eastpak, Eagle Creek, Lee Sport and Red Kap. About Country Weekly: As America’s premier country entertainment magazine, over 3.5 million readers turn to Country Weekly for the latest news and exclusive stories about the lives, lifestyles, families, homes, favorite foods, fashion and music of country celebrities. Country Weekly is published 26 times a year by parent company American Media, Inc. www.countryweekly.com

"Lonestar & Friends Strike Out for the Kids" Bowling Bash

Fourth Annual "LONESTAR & FRIENDS STRIKE OUT FOR THE KIDS" BOWLING BASH ON MONDAY, JUNE 2!!! (Nashville, TN) - This year’s fourth annual “Lonestar & Friends Strike Out for the Kids” bowling bash will be held on Monday, June 2 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hermitage Lanes in Hermitage, TN just outside of Nashville. For the past three years, the charity event has been a major success. The bowling extravaganza, scheduled just in time for the CMA Music Festival, has been sold out every year since being established and has raised more than $70,000 for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. With the Lonestar guys gearing up for their fourth run in the lanes, they haven’t lost any passion about participating in the event. “Every year it feels like it’s something totally new,” says Lonestar’s keyboardist Dean Sams. “There are always new fans and artists that come out and play that gives each year a fresh feel… not to mention the cause… it’s something we want to keep doing for years to come.” Other artists currently scheduled to join Lonestar at the bash include, Trent Tomlinson, Jo Dee Messina, Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, American Idol’s Bo Bice and Diana DeGarmo, Joe Nichols, Jake Owen, Jamie O’Neal, Darryl Worley, Chuck Wicks, Bryan White, Chris Young, Ty Herndon, Heidi Newfield and Crystal Shawanda. Tickets are $30.00 and may be purchased by check or money order. The ticket reservation form will be available online April 8 at www.countrycares.org. Tickets include admission to the event, dinner at the Hermitage Lanes and inclusion in the random drawing for a chance to play on one of the celebrity bowling teams. For each artist in attendance, four lucky fans will be drawn at random to play in the games with their favorite country music stars. The “Lonestar & Friends Strike Out for the Kids” bowling bash is scheduled for 6-10 p.m. (CST) with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. (CST). More artists to be announced soon…stay tuned!!!

GIBSON GUITAR ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF NEW STYLE OF ROBOT GUITARS-- GIBSON LES PAUL ROBOT LP STUDIO LTD. AND GIBSON ROBOT SG SPECIAL LTD. MODELS

GIBSON GUITAR ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF GIBSON LES PAUL ROBOT LP STUDIO LTD. AND GIBSON ROBOT SG SPECIAL LTD. MODELS

Musical Giant Releases Limited Edition Models to Meet Huge Worldwide Demand

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Nashville, Tennessee....April 7, 2008....Gibson Guitar, the world's premier musical instrument manufacturer and leader in music technology, announced a limited edition offering of the new Gibson Robot Les Paul Studio and Robot SG Special after huge demand from worldwide fans and musicians. The demand, stemming from the release of the first Gibson Robot Guitar model in December of 2007, offers fans a chance to own one of the most sought after and innovative musical products ever to be introduced.

Guitarists worldwide have demanded another opportunity to own this revolutionary self-tuning guitar and Gibson USA has offered the opportunity through the introduction of the two new models. The debut of the Gibson Robot guitar in late 2007 was the most anticipated and talked about guitar launch of its time. The Limited Edition Robot Guitar was available in stores on a Friday and were sold out on Monday. As a result of the immediate sale, thousands demanded another opportunity for a Gibson Robot guitar model using the amazing self-tuning robotic technology. In answer to the public demand, Gibson is now offering the Gibson Robot LP Studio Ltd. from Gibson USA. The model features a performance safeguard which secures the cord into the guitar and all the power and tone of a traditional Les Paul. The model features the Robot automatic tuning and is available for a limited time, in limited quantity, in Purple Metallic finish. MSRP is $3,999 USD.

Also being introduced is the Gibson Robot SG Special Ltd. The debut of the SG model comes on the heels of repeated demand from guitarists for a model sporting the SG style with the robotic self-tuning technology. The model features a performance safeguarding Neutrik Jak which secures the cord into the guitar and offers the classic styling, performance and power of a legendary SG. The Gibson Robot SG Special Ltd. model is also offered for a limited time and in a limited quantity in Purple Metallic finish. MSRP is $3,599. A list of select dealers is available at www.gibson.com.

Gibson is known worldwide for producing classic models in every major style of fretted instrument, including acoustic and electric guitars, mandolins, and banjos. Gibson’s HD.6X-PRO Digital Guitar and the Gibson Robot Guitar represent the biggest advances in electric guitar design in over 70 years. Founded in 1894 in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and headquartered in Nashville since 1984, Gibson Guitar Corp.’s family of brands now includes Epiphone, Dobro, Maestro, Kramer, Steinberger, Tobias, Echoplex, Electar, Flatiron, Gibson Baldwin Music Education, Slingerland, Valley Arts, Maestro, Oberheim, Sunshine Piano, Take Anywhere Technology, Baldwin, J&C Fischer, Chickering, Hamilton, and Wurlitzer. Visit Gibson’s website at www.gibson.com

CMA Close Up Spotlights Zane Lewis in April/May issue

Zane Lewis Featured In CMA’s April/May CLOSE UP Artist Debut Spotlight

Talks about Garland Opry, “Texas Spoon” Margaritas & Stint As Magazine Publisher

Nashville, TN (April 7, 2008) – Country-rockin’ artist Zane Lewis is featured in the April/May issue of CMA’s CLOSE UP magazine’s Artist Debut Spotlight. The fifth-generation Texan confesses to a student diet that was heavy on “Texas Spoon” Blue Everclear margaritas; admits to a short stint in advertising (“I was successful, but it wasn’t enough fun”), and a short, but profitable stint as a magazine publisher. Making music is Lewis’ third professional “incarnation.” “I didn’t start singing ‘outside of the shower’ until 1997,” he says. “For years I just drove my roommates crazy – I belted out the Garth, Haggard and Strait until I found my own style.”

With influences ranging from Charlie Daniels to Van Halen, Elvis and Lynyrd Skynyrd, Lewis’ style is a compelling mix of traditional country and edgy Southern Rock. He got his start on the world-famous Garland Opry, and he’s been focused on the music ever since. His new CD, ZANE LEWIS, landed in stores nationwide on March 25 and his current single, “Come With Me,” sits at #41 on the Texas Music Chart, and holds the #59 spot on the current Music Row chart.

This issue is the second time Lewis has appeared on the pages of CLOSE UP; in the Feb/March issue he was named one of the CMA’s Who New To Watch in 2008. Zane’s on the first leg of a 70-plus station radio promo tour, and he (along with his seven-piece band) are burnin’ up a “dancehall” and “honky-tonk” tour that includes dates in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas and Tennessee.

If you want to read more about ZANE, click on www.MySpace.com/zanelewis.

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Lady Antebellum To Perform On Good Morning America April 21st

GOOD MORNING AMERICA GOES COUNTRY ON APRIL 21
WITH PERFORMANCES BY LADY ANTEBELLUM AND ASHTON SHEPHERD

PICKED AS TWO ‘BREAKOUT’ ARTISTS TO WATCH FOR IN 2008

NASHVILLE, TN – April 7, 2008 – On Monday, April 21, Good Morning America’s spring concert series sponsored by Royal Carribean will host performances by country music’s “Breakout” artists of 2008, Lady Antebellum and Ashton Shepherd.



Capitol Records Nashville trio Lady Antebellum’s self-titled debut album will be released on April 15. The trio’s debut single “Love Don’t Live Here” is currently #14 on R&R and #12 on Mediabase. ITunes chose "Love Don't Live Here" as their high profiled mainpage "Single of the Week" for the week of March 25 - rare for a country artist. They were just recently nominated for the Academy of Country Music’s “Top New Group” – their first major award nomination. This nomination only adds to the trio’s long list of recent accomplishments including being named one of Billboard’s “New Faces to watch in 2008” (the only country artist to make the list ), MSN Music chose them to be in their "Class of 2008" , The Boston Globe named the trio one of the “Eight to Watch in ‘08”, Country Weekly chose the band as “Who’s Hot in 2008”, and Nashville Lifestyles named Lady Antebellum “the next BIG thing.” The band, just coming off Martina McBride's Waking Up Laughing tour, will hit the road again this spring opening for artists such as Kenny Chesney, Taylor Swift, Tim McGraw and Carrie Underwood.

MCA recording artist Ashton Shepherd started singing as soon as she could talk and began writing songs when she was only five years old. Now, at 21 years of age, Ashton’s debut album, SOUNDS SO GOOD, has just been released. Ashton wrote eleven of the twelve tracks on the record, which has received critical acclaim by USA Today, Associated Press, Billboard and Chicago Tribune. In addition, she’s been named one of “Nashville’s Hottest New Stars” by People Magazine and Entertainment Weekly proclaims “Shepherd’s CD is the best mainstream country debut since Taylor Swift’s in 06.” Future plans for Ashton include performing on the Grand Ole Opry April 26 and opening shows for Sugarland, Miranda Lambert and Rascal Flatts.

Adam Gregory Makes U.S. Debut With Single, "Crazy Days"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Adam Gregory Makes U.S. Debut With Single, "Crazy Days" Adam Gregory Introductory Video Available Online (Nashville, Tennessee - April 7, 2008) Midas/No Strings Attached recording artist Adam Gregory is making his U.S. debut with the release of "Crazy Days." The single was co-written by Adam, Lee Brice, Kyle Jacobs and Joe Leathers and was co-produced by Keith Follese and Brad Allen. Though he's just 22 years old, Adam Gregory draws on more than a decade's worth of writing and performing experience for his upcoming debut album on Midas Records/No Strings Attached. Growing up in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, Adam's musical journey began when he wrote his first composition at age 12 and was signed to a record deal with Sony Canada. After recording his debut album, he launched into life as a road warrior opening shows for the likes of Alan Jackson, Keith Urban and Lonestar. Adam scored several top ten hits on Canada's country charts throughout his teens, gaining a loyal following with the release of three studio albums. Now in Nashville, Adam looks forward to bringing his music to the U.S. market. He is currently on a series of radio tours promoting the single release and looking forward to continued touring in support of the upcoming album. An introductory video on Adam Gregory is available at http://e2ma.net/go/1018847523/914177/33516912/goto:http://www.digitalrodeo.com/adamgregory/videos/631. To hear the full-length version of "Crazy Days," please visit http://e2ma.net/go/1018847523/914177/33516911/goto:http://www.adamgregory.com

JOSH GRACIN HITS THE BIG APPLE IN SUPPORT OF NEW ALBUM LAUNCH

, JOSH GRACIN HITS THE BIG APPLE IN SUPPORT OF NEW ALBUM LAUNCH Nashville, TN – American Idol alum and country music hit-maker Josh Gracin will swing into New York City this week to make the media rounds in support of his newly released album “We Weren’t Crazy.” Gracin will make stops at Sirius Satellite Radio & Fox Business Channel for a performance and conversation, Entertainment Weekly, OK Magazine, AOL Music as well as taped performances for Fox & Friends, ATT/Blueroom and an appearance on Bloomberg’s Night Talk w/ Mike Schneider and a feature for foxnews.com. Gracin recently made media stops with CNN Entertainment, TV Guide Channel, American Idol Extra, CMT, Great American Country (GAC) and was on-camera during a recent American Idol show.

JAMES OTTO RECORDS THEME SONG FOR THE ATLANTA BRAVES

JAMES OTTO RECORDS THEME SONG FOR THE ATLANTA BRAVES

NASHVILLE – April 7, 2008 – Warner Bros. Recording Artist James Otto, whose debut album, Sunset Man, hits the streets tomorrow, recently recorded the theme song for the Atlanta Braves, “The Braves Play Here.” The theme song was composed and produced by 615 Music for client Peachtree TV, Turner Broadcasting Inc’s local television platform.

The new song, written by G. Barnhill and Randy Wachtler for 615 Music, has just begun to be featured on TV stations in five states, including Tennessee and will promote the Braves’ upcoming baseball season. Wachtler describes the song as, “An upbeat, fun song that incorporates the famous Braves chant heard at Turner field.” Peachtree TV Senior Vice President/General Manager Jonathan Katz, who said, “We are delighted with the song that 615 Music created to introduce this season’s Braves’ games on Peachtree TV. It capitalizes on the iconic sounds at Turner Field, while also tapping into musical styles that resonate with our viewers.”

Otto, “the biggest voice in country music,” will release his debut album, Sunset Man, on Warner Bros. Records tomorrow. All 11 tracks on the album were produced by Otto, with John Rich co-producing eight of the 11 tracks and Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts producing three tracks. The first single off the album, “Just Got Started Lovin’ You” is already a smash hit at radio, charting at No. 4 on the R&R chart and No. 3 on the Mediabase chart. The video for the single is No. 10 on CMT’s “Top 20 Countdown” and No. 9 on GAC’s “Top 20 Country Countdown.” Otto’s combination of country, blues and rock on Sunset Man makes this one of those rare albums to come out of Nashville in years.

To hear “The Braves Play Here” visit http://www.615music.com/core/whats_new.cfm

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Country Weekly Fast Facts

, FAST FACTS COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: April 21 On Newsstands: April 7 GEORGE STRAIT: COME HOME WITH THE KING In this exclusive cover story, George Strait invites Country Weekly to share his passions of roping, music and helping children––and you can come along for the ride! Country Weekly was on hand as George competed in his 26th annual George Strait Team Roping Classic in San Antonio. George also shared his thoughts on his favorite area of the Lone Star State, his ranch in South Texas. “It’s so relaxing to get down on the ranch,” George says. “It gets a little hot. And, yeah, there’s thorns on everything down there. But that’s my favorite part of Texas.” Find out how you can attend the 2009 George Strait Team Roping Classic in San Antonio, Texas, in this special section. COUNTRY WEEKLY Issue Date: April 21 On Newsstands: April 7 TIM HITS THE ROAD SOLO For the first time since 2005, Tim McGraw is hitting the road without wife Faith Hill by his side. Faith will be at home in Nashville with the couple’s three daughters while Tim headlines his ’08 Live Your Voice Tour, joined by opening acts Jason Aldean and Halfway to Hazard. “They are among the best live performers out there,” says Tim, “and I think it’s a great combination that the fans will enjoy.” Plus, check out the list of Tim’s tour dates from May through July 6. PLUS! Carrie Underwood says “Yes” to the Grand Ole Opry . . . the 10 best summer travel spots in Tennessee . . . and 6 Questions with Rodney Atkins. More To Come Soon! Media Contacts: Webster & Associates Public Relations 615-777-6995 Newspaper: Antonia Cove / antonia@websterpr.com Magazines: Don Grubbs / don@websterpr.com TV: Kirt Webster / kirt@websterpr.com Online: Mary Michael / mary@websterpr.com Syndicated Radio: Mary Michael / mary@websterpr.com Webster and Associates Public Relations · P.O. Box 23015 · Nashville · TN · 37202 subscribe • unsubscribe • send to a friend • preferences • report spam

Lady Antebellum Chosen As Zune "Ignition Artist" For April

Debuts Exclusive Track on Zune Marketplace

Band Becomes First Country Artist and Hillary Scott the First Female Artist to Participate in Ignition Program

NASHVILLE, TN – April 4, 2008 - Lady Antebellum has landed a highly coveted spot in the online entertainment world, becoming the first-ever country artist chosen for the Zune Ignition program, which coincides with the April 15 release of their self-titled debut album. The Ignition program packages promotional opportunities across Zune, Xbox and MSN to help artists more efficiently reach consumers in all three audiences.

The band has released the track “Last Night Last” exclusively on Zune Marketplace for a period of one month, and they will continue to be featured in a variety of ways throughout the month. Zune Marketplace is offering the free track “Love Don’t Live Here”, an exclusive Guestlist featuring songs hand-picked by the band themselves, and a track-by-track Breakdown of their debut album. There will also be a series of Lady Antebellum video podcasts featuring live footage and interviews. In addition to streaming the entire full-length album, MSN Music is streaming exclusive behind the scenes video footage from the making of the “Love Don’t Live Here” video shoot, which is also being featured as a free download on Xbox Live. Further enhancing the cross-promotional benefits of various Microsoft properties, Windows Media will be pointing toward Zune and MSN music promotions throughout the month.

Launched in June of 2007, the Zune Ignition program gives recording artists with new releases a unique channel to potentially reach tens of millions of consumers, whether those consumers are browsing music online, playing games or catching up on the latest news. Ignition provides a steady stream of new music through online access to exclusive content, free song and video downloads, streaming video, editorial features, and artist playlists. Participants in the program have included Hot Chip, Ryan Adams, Talib Kweli, Band of Horses, Editors, Freeway, Rogue Wave, Kenna, and The Black Dahlia Murder.

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Tracy Lawrence 2008 Fan Club Party Tickets on Sale Now!

2008 Fan Club Party Tickets on Sale NOW! Member-only: $30.00 BUY NOW >> Deluxe Fan Club Membership Price: $34.99 BUY NOW >> Hey Tracy Lawrence Fan, It's that time of year again to throw a Par-Tay in honor of Tracy's GREATEST fans! Fan Club Party Tickets are now on sale in the online store. PAR-TAY details: Tuesday, June 3rd Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Venue: Judge Bean's BBQ Nashville, TN *Limit 1 ticket per member BUY YOUR TICKET HERE >> *** NON-MEMBER PROMO CODE AVAILABLE 1 WEEK ONLY Fan Club Party tickets are available to members only, so if other members of your family want to join the party, they will need to sign up for their own membership. For one week only, we are offering a promotional code so non-members can join at a discounted price to get access to the fan club party tickets! Use the promo code: FCPARTY08 from now until April 11 to receive $10 off either fan club membership. *Be sure to enter the promo code on the credit card page at checkout and CLICK "Apply Code." JOIN NOW >> Thanks for being a fan! TracyLawrence.com April 4, 2008

GLORIA GAYNOR SET TO APPEAR ON THE TODAY SHOW & DON’T FORGET THE LYRICS!

, GLORIA GAYNOR SET TO APPEAR ON THE TODAY SHOW & DON'T FORGET THE LYRICS! Nashville, TN – Everyone will be surviving next week as disco diva GLORIA GAYNOR hits the media airwaves with appearances on The Today Show and Don’t Forget the Lyrics. Gaynor who is celebrating the 30th Anniversary of her signature song “I WILL SURVIVE” will be stopping by The “Today” Show for a special performance on Tuesday, April 8th. Continuing the celebration Gaynor will swing by the set of Fox’s “Don't Forget the Lyrics! to make a guest appearance on the hit show. Hosted by Wayne Brady, contestants are put to the test to see how well they know popular songs. Will Gloria surprise one lucky contestant and help them survive the challenge? Tune in Thursday April 10th at 9/8 (CST) to find out! Perhaps best known for her ground-breaking disco hit, “I Will Survive”, the internationally-renowned, award-winning entertainer is today performing live in concerts around the world, making frequent appearances on national TV, recording new jazz, gospel and seasonal CDs, providing key narration and creative character voices for popular audio books and driving music-download sites with her newest song releases.

EMERSON DRIVE LEADS OFF BASEBALL’S SEASON OPENERS FOR CHICAGO WHITE SOX AND KANSAS CITY ROYALS

EMERSON DRIVE LEADS OFF BASEBALL’S SEASON OPENERS FOR CHICAGO WHITE SOX AND KANSAS CITY ROYALS

DOUBLE HEADER FOR GRAMMY-NOMINATED GROUP

Nashville – Grammy-nominated country group EMERSON DRIVE will kick-off Major League Baseball’s season openers with a double header of National Anthem performances for the Chicago White Sox and the Kansas City Royals on April 7-8th. The band will perform back-to-back anthems for the White Sox at U.S. Cellular Field on Monday, April 7th as they take on the Minnesota Twins, and for the Royals at Kauffman Field as they play the New York Yankees on Tuesday, April 8th. As special guests hand-picked by each club to perform the National Anthem at both opening day ceremonies, Emerson Drive will also helm the 7th inning festivities for each team including fan autographs & giveaways for The White Sox and a 7th inning performance for the Royals of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.” Season openers are traditionally one of Major League Baseball’s biggest days, drawing crowds in the hundreds of thousands and centering around event schedules filled with festivities, plenty of pomp & circumstance, fireworks and fun. Emerson lead singer Brad Mates commented, “This is going to be fun. I’m a big baseball fan and season openers are always exciting. It’s a real honor to be part of these big opening days for the White Sox and for the Royals….Plus, they’ve given us great seats! Not a bad way to spend an afternoon or two.”Emerson Drive recently topped the charts with their touching ballad “MOMENTS”, a standout track from their “COUNTRIFIED” disc (Midas Records, Inc.). Currently playing to sold-out audiences across the U.S. and Canada, the band recently hit the road with superstar Martina McBride. The band, Brad Mates (lead vocals), David Pichette (fiddle), Dale Wallace (piano), Danick Dupelle (guitar), and Mike Melancon (drums), is slated to release a new album later this year. For more information on Emerson Drive, visit www.emersondrive.com or www.myspace.com/emersondrive.

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Jonalee White Rocks A Solidbody!

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Jonalee White Rocks A Solidbody!

Country Artist Visits Taylor Guitars At SXSW

Nashville, TN… Country artist Jonalee White took time to hang out in the Taylor Guitar booth, where she got to check-out their new solidbody guitar, at the recent SXSW Music Festival in Austin, Texas. Jonalee, who has been endorsed by Taylor Guitars since 2006, initially caught the eye of the company as a finalist on NBC's Star Tomorrow and CMT's Music City Madness.

Wake Me, Jonalee White's debut album, was released on March 25, 2008 on Lick Records. Touring non-stop, Jonalee has acquired a significant fan base and performed with artists such as Dierks Bentley, Clay Walker and Taylor Swift. Jonalee's current single, the albums' title track Wake M e, is currently impacting country radio.

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COUNTRY SINGER JO DEE MESSINA JOINS "SECRET TALENTS OF THE STARS"

, COUNTRY SINGER JO DEE MESSINA JOINS "SECRET TALENTS OF THE STARS" Country singer Jo Dee Messina and actor Joshua Morrow (CBS's "The Young and the Restless") have joined SECRET TALENTS OF THE STARS, the weekly celebrity talent show that will reveal the unknown talents of 16 well-known personalities, premiering LIVE, Tuesday, April 8 (10:00–11:00 PM, ET/tape delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. Messina will train with choreographer Dave Scott ("Step Up") to perform an urban dance, blending hip hop and step, with a supporting troupe, while Morrow will train with extreme juggler Marcus Monroe to choreograph an edgy rock & roll juggling act, backed by a live band. Both will premiere their specific talents on Tuesday, April 15 (10:00–11:00 PM, ET LIVE, tape delayed PT), when they will compete against Bridget Marquardt (Playboy Playmate/radio DJ), who will soar as a bungee trapeze artist with former masters of Cirque du Soleil, and Roy Jones, Jr. (boxing champion), who will rap. Viewer votes will determine TWO Semi-Finalists to move on to the next round. "I am so excited to be a part of this show. I get a chance to do something I love and don't have the opportunity to do that often. My real competition in the show is with myself, I just want to nail it!" adds Jo Dee Messina. SECRET TALENTS OF THE STARS is produced by Magic Molehill Productions, Inc., in association with Robyn Nash Productions and Don Weiner Productions. Robyn Nash and Don Weiner are executive producers. RATING: To Be Announced

CRYSTAL GAYLE, LORETTA LYNN & JOSH GRACIN TO APPEAR ON CROOK & CHASE THIS WEEK!

, CRYSTAL GAYLE, LORETTA LYNN & JOSH GRACIN TO APPEAR ON CROOK & CHASE THIS WEEK! Nashville, TN – Singin’ sisters Crystal Gayle, Loretta Lynn and Peggy Sue re-unite for a special performance on this week’s Crook & Chase Show airing on the RFD Network (now available on Comcast). Crystal and Loretta both perform their classic hits as well as sit and chit-chat with Lorianne and Charlie about life, family, and fun!!! American Idol finalist Josh Gracin is also on-hand to perform his newest single from his sophomore album, “We Weren’t Crazy” (released April 1st). Be sure to tune in to Crook & Chase this Thursday night! This week’s show will air on the RFD Network at the following dates and times: Thursday, April 3rd – 9:00 PM EST Saturday, April 5th – 7:00 PM EST Photo Credit: Karen Will Rogers

Steve Gill Earns Fifth Straight Recognition

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TENNESSEE TALK SHOW HOST STEVE GILL
RANKS AMONG MOST POWERFUL IN THE STATE
Steve Gill Earns Fifth Straight Recognition

NASHVILLE, TN—Tennessee talk radio show host and television political analyst
Steve Gill has once again been named among Business Tennessee magazine's
"100 Most Powerful People in Tennessee." (www.businesstn.com)

Gill, who was ranked #43 on the list (up 3 from 2007), has been recognized for the fifth straight year on the prestigious list. This most recent honor follows closely on the heels of Gill's being included among the "250 Most Influential Talk Hosts" in the country by Talkers Magazine (www.talkers.com) and his recent inclusion as a columnist for Pajamas Media (www.pajamasmedia.com) a newly popular conservative website.

The Steve Gill Show, the only statewide syndicated radio talk show in
Tennessee, airs Monday-Saturday from 8-11AM (CT) from its flagship station,
1510 AM WLAC/Nashville. Gill is also the Political Analyst for WKRN-TV
Channel 2 (ABC) in Nashville and writes a weekly column for several newspapers across the state.

Business Tennessee acknowledges that Gill's "Tennessee strength is built on his reputation as a someone whose scrutiny state lawmakers wish to avoid." Gill is also largely credited with sparking a horn honking protest assault on the State Capitol that kept Tennessee free of a state income tax. He has been ranked in the top half of the Business Tennessee "Power List" for each of the last five years; only about half of the current listing of top leaders have remained on the list throughout that time period.
Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen again topped the annual "Power List," followed by AutoZone Founder Pitt Hyde, FedEx founder Fred Smith, philanthropist and
Chairman of Ingram Industries Martha Ingram, and Tennessee House Speaker
Jimmy Naifeh.

For more information or to view the 2008 BUSINESS TENNESSEE POWER 100
LIST visit: http://www.businesstn.com/pub/5_4/features/8515-1.html

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Announcing the WINNERS of the PRIZE DRAWING!

ANNOUNCING THE WINNERS OF THE PHONE CALL FROM CANDY AND OTHER GREAT
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Zane Lewis Inks Exclusive Booking Agreement With Austin Universal Entertainment, Inc. (AUE)

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Zane Lewis Inks Exclusive Booking Agreement With Austin Universal Entertainment, Inc. (AUE)

Nashville, TN (April 2, 2008) – Zane Lewis has inked an exclusive agreement with worldwide booking agency, Austin Universal Entertainment, Inc. (AUE) (http://www.aueonline.com ).

The signing gives Lewis another powerhouse punch; the sixth-generation Texan was recently named one of the CMA’s Who To Watch In 2008 artists; he’s charted four hit singles, and as just released ZANE LEWIS on Slant Records with national distribution by Select-O-Hits.

AUE has a solid reputation and is known for helping build the early careers of Pat Green, Kevin Fowler and Cross Canadian Ragweed. Greg Henry, President of the company says,

“We are proud to announce the signing of Zane. We’ve had our eyes on him for a long time, and we’re excited to have him join our talented roster.” Currently, the agency represents

Billy Joe Shaver, Bleu Edmondson, Two Tons of Steel, Zona Jones and a host of other luminaries.

“I am really looking forward to this relationship,” Zane says of his alliance with AUE. “My agent, Heather Parsons, is behind me 100 percent. This deal is a perfect fit.”

For Zane’s tour dates, click on www.MySpace.com/zanelewis .

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EDDIE MONTGOMERY BREAKS GROUND ON RESTAURANT AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT

, EDDIE MONTGOMERY BREAKS GROUND ON RESTAURANT AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT Harrodsburg, KY – April 2, 2008 - Local community leaders and officials were present today to see singer Eddie Montgomery, of country duo Montgomery Gentry, break ground on a new restaurant and 40-acre commercial development off the U.S. 127 bypass in southern Harrodsburg. Skylar’s Landing, a Montgomery and Mitchell development, is named after Montgomery’s granddaughter. The development will feature a variety of shopping venues and numerous commercial lots available for purchase, as well as Montgomery’s signature restaurant. Eddie Montgomery’s Steakhouse will be approximately 16,000 square feet with seating for 265 guests. Specializing in premium steaks and family atmosphere, the log-structured restaurant will have a lodge theme complete with stone fireplaces, waterfalls, and a stage to showcase musicians from around the country. "Live music has kind of gone away and I want to help bring it back,” said Montgomery. “This has always been a dream of mine." Montgomery’s business partners, Tommy and Gwen Mitchell of Rocky Top Log Furniture and Railing in Garrard County, said the development is already receiving substantial attention. “We’re receiving inquiries from all over the country,” said Tommy Mitchell. “From local interests to national chains, there are so many people who want to be a part of this development.” The local community is also sharing in the excitement. Harrodsburg Mayor Lonnie Campbell said the development is instrumental for the growth of commerce and tourism in both the city and Mercer County. Ultimately, Montgomery wants to give back to the area in which he grew up by increasing opportunities for Harrodsburg and the surrounding communities. "This area and Kentucky and the man upstairs have given so much to me that I would just love to give a little bit back," said Montgomery. “I want to do something that everyone in the community can be proud of.” Construction is scheduled for completion this fall. For current updates and more information, please visit www.eddiemontgomerysteakhouse.com .

JOHN RICH OFFERS NASHVILLE MUSIC COMMUNITY AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET RICH

JOHN RICH OFFERS NASHVILLE MUSIC COMMUNITY

AN OPPORTUNITY TO GET RICH

NASHVILLE – April 1, 2008 – Warner Bros. Records artist John Rich is helping promote Nashville's music community by hosting a monthly talent competition called the “Get Rich Talent Search.” A packed crowd gathered last night to check out 10 local artist/bands that were hand-picked by Rich to perform for Music Row executives.

“I remember when I was 17 coming out to Nashville and trying to do what I do now. I didn't know where to play or who to see,” said Rich. “I read that the Broken Spoke had a weekly talent competition and I went down to try out. Judy Martin ran the event; she gave me my first opportunity to play in town. I watched artists like Tracy Lawrence perform and it gave me an idea of what was out there at the time, and to see what kind of talent I was up against. It was one of the best things to help me grow as an artist. I hope this talent search will give people the start and the break they need to do what they love."

In addition to reviewing over 800 submissions and whittling it down to the top 10, Rich gathered a Music Row dream team to come out and judge the local talent. Bill Bennett (Executive Vice President, Warner Bros. Records), Scott Hendricks (Sr. Vice President of A&R, Warner Bros. Records), Marc Oswald (Manager, Dale Morris & Associates), Greg Oswald (Sr. Vice President, William Morris Agency), Herky Williams (Assistant Vice President of Creative Services, ASCAP) and BMI Songwriter of the Year, Vicky McGhee were on hand to rate the talent.

The "Get Rich Talent Search" will take place on the final Monday of each month at 12^th & Porter . Contestants compete for a top prize of $300, second prize of $200 and third prize of $100. For consideration for future talent searches, artists can submit entries to GetRichTalentSearch@gmail.com. Once they send an email to this address, additional info will be sent back to them on where to send CDs, pictures and bio info.

Pictured with John: First place winner – Delilah Why; second place – Nikki Williams; third place – Tyler Dickerson

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Country Is His Rock at Tin Pan South 2008

, Country Is His Rock at Tin Pan South 2008 (NASHVILLE, TN) - This year’s Tin Pan South event in Nashville, TN is better than ever with an impressive roster of songwriters all week long. Among these writers, there is one in particular, from Kennett, Missouri, that stands out… Trent Tomlinson. With a former basketball star as a father who groomed him for a career in basketball, Trent hardly had the “easy road” to musical stardom. "The trouble was," says Trent, "I could score 32 points and on the way home he'd be on me about why I didn't take the charging foul in the fourth quarter." While his father may have had sports-destined dreams for him, it was Trent’s mother who encouraged him to play the piano. When Trent realized that it was difficult to cart the piano around from gig to gig, he taught himself how to play the guitar. It wasn’t until Trent auditioned and was the runner-up in TNN's talent show "You Can Be A Star," that things started snowballing in the right direction. The final round of the talent competition brought him to Nashville and from there were a string of publishing deals, as Trent tried to make a living writing and playing his music. Finally there was a turning point when Trent got a deal with Cal IV Entertainment which, in turn, led him to his current home with Lyric Street Records. "Luckily," he says, "my vision was their vision." Even his father is behind him now. "At one time," he laughs, "he thought it was all a pipe dream. Now he's calling with song ideas." Trent has had three cuts on the first Emerson Drive record, a Sara Evans cut called, “Missin’ Missouri”, and another cut by George Strait. Trent’s debut album with Lyric Street Records, “Country Is My Rock”, released February 21, 2006, has eleven original tracks, from which it is hard to choose just one favorite song. "My songs," he says simply, "are real-life situations with kick-ass guitar." "It's 'open a beer, sit in a lawn chair, let's have a party' country," he says of his music. "At the same time, the songs are saying, 'I have the ability to love you, to understand,' and at the end of the day all that matters is Mama and Daddy and going to heaven. That pretty much sums everything up.” His album has turned many heads and radio loves him. The next step is to see him live, and what better way to do that, than to check him out on the second day of this year’s Tin Pan South event. Trent will be at 3rd and Lindsley Bar and Grill on April 2, 2008 along with Anthony L. Smith, Lisa Carver and Ira Dean for this year’s Tin Pan South event. Tickets are $10 at the door and the show starts at 6:30pm. For more information on Trent Tomlinson, go to