To celebrate the release of her first studio album in six years, Sara Evans will appear on QVC Feb. 16 at 7 a.m. ET. During this special live appearance, Evans will perform songs from her new CD, as well as offer fans the chance to order the album entitled “Stronger,” which will be specially-packaged for QVC shoppers, including an autographed copy of her new novel, “Softly and Tenderly,” more than two weeks before being released.
“Stronger” will be Evans’ sixth studio release, and is already being acclaimed as one of country music’s most-anticipated albums. The first single from the album, “A Little Bit Stronger,” is already making its way up the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and is one of the fastest selling singles. Other tracks include the ballad “Alone,” as well as a bluegrass version of Evans’ previously recorded and chart topping, “Born to Fly.”
To purchase “Stronger” (QVC Item #F09338), tune into QVC Feb. 16 or visit QVC.com.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Americana Showcase SXSW
South by Southwest Music is one of the largest music festivals in the nation, and it is held annually in Austin, TX in March. The lineup for this years showcase, which is scheduled on March 17, will feature Americana musicians the Old 97’s, Abigail Washburn, Emmylou Harris, Kelly Willis and Bruce Robison and the Band of Heathens.
The Americana Showcase during SXSW has become a tradition at the festival, as well as one of the prime and acclaimed events. The 2011 showcase is sponsored by The Utne Reader, SESAC and the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. Past performers have included the ranks of Jimmy Vaughan, Raul Malo, Joe Ely, Jim Lauderdale with Patty Griffin, Hank Williams III, Ray Wylie Hubbard, as well as Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Ryan Bingham, Mike Farris, Hayes Carl and many, many.
Priority admission to the event will be given to SXSW bade and wristband holders. For more information about SXSW Festival and Conference Registrations visit sxsw.com.
The Americana Showcase during SXSW has become a tradition at the festival, as well as one of the prime and acclaimed events. The 2011 showcase is sponsored by The Utne Reader, SESAC and the Nashville Chamber of Commerce. Past performers have included the ranks of Jimmy Vaughan, Raul Malo, Joe Ely, Jim Lauderdale with Patty Griffin, Hank Williams III, Ray Wylie Hubbard, as well as Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Ryan Bingham, Mike Farris, Hayes Carl and many, many.
Priority admission to the event will be given to SXSW bade and wristband holders. For more information about SXSW Festival and Conference Registrations visit sxsw.com.
Mary Stuart Late Night
Country music legend and GRAMMY nominee, Mary Stuart, will be celebrating 10 years of his annual LATE NIGHT JAM June 8 at 10 p.m. at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium. The event was started by Stuart with sponsorship from CMA as a way to welcome fans to country music’s biggest week, the CMA Music Fest. It has also raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for MuicCares over the past 10 years.
““The Late Night Jam has evolved into the centerpiece concert event for me on my yearly calendar,” Stuart said. “It’s hard to believe that this is the 10th anniversary of the show. Looking back, the guest list has been staggering. Fans come from all over the world to support us and the relationship with NARAS and MusiCares is precious to me. The Late Night Jam has raised a considerable amount of money over the last decade with the mission of helping people in need”
The last 10 years have featured artists such as Charlie Daniels, Vince Gill, Porter Wagoner, Jerry Lee Lewis, Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley, and many more. In the next few weeks, the 2011 lineup will be announced, but tickets will go on sale Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. CST via Ticketmaster.
For more information, visit martystuart.net and ryman.com.
““The Late Night Jam has evolved into the centerpiece concert event for me on my yearly calendar,” Stuart said. “It’s hard to believe that this is the 10th anniversary of the show. Looking back, the guest list has been staggering. Fans come from all over the world to support us and the relationship with NARAS and MusiCares is precious to me. The Late Night Jam has raised a considerable amount of money over the last decade with the mission of helping people in need”
The last 10 years have featured artists such as Charlie Daniels, Vince Gill, Porter Wagoner, Jerry Lee Lewis, Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley, and many more. In the next few weeks, the 2011 lineup will be announced, but tickets will go on sale Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. CST via Ticketmaster.
For more information, visit martystuart.net and ryman.com.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Jason Aldean pulls ahead
There’s a reason Jason Aldean is nominated for ACM Entertainer of the Year, and this week he proved why. Aldean’s platinum certified ‘My Kinda Party’ held the No. 2 spot on the charts for 14 weeks, just behind Taylor Swift. But, this week, he managed to pull ahead and claim the top spot on the all genre Top 200 chart. The album took off like a race horse out of the gate, selling more its first week than any other male country artist in over three years.
“The last two weeks have been filled with early morning phone calls I never thought I’d get...first the ACM nominations for Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the Year, and then this morning to wake up hearing that we’re at No. one on the Billboard chart...it’s just incredible. Yeah, those are definitely the kinda early morning phone calls I don’t mind getting!”
Not only did his solo single climb the charts, but Aldean’s gold certified duet with crooner Kelly Clarkson, “Don’t You Wanna Stay,” also took the top spot on the Country Digital Singles and iTunes Country Songs chart this week, with over 57,000 downloads.
“The last two weeks have been filled with early morning phone calls I never thought I’d get...first the ACM nominations for Male Vocalist and Entertainer of the Year, and then this morning to wake up hearing that we’re at No. one on the Billboard chart...it’s just incredible. Yeah, those are definitely the kinda early morning phone calls I don’t mind getting!”
Not only did his solo single climb the charts, but Aldean’s gold certified duet with crooner Kelly Clarkson, “Don’t You Wanna Stay,” also took the top spot on the Country Digital Singles and iTunes Country Songs chart this week, with over 57,000 downloads.
CMT Country Superstar
Watch out America – another talent television series is about to hit the airwaves! Nigel Lythgoe , the executive producer of “American Idol” and co-creator of “So You Think You Can Dance” is partnering with his song, Simon Lythgoe, to launch a new singing competition called “CMT’s Next Superstar.” The new series is scheduled to begin on CMT in April.
“This isn't just a singing competition, the contestants will also be judged on their song writing, radio interviews and music videos,” said executive producer, Nigel Lythgoe. “We're looking for more than just a singer, we want the complete creative, talented package - performer, personality and writer. We want the next Country superstar.”
In the ten episode series, each lasting an hour, CMT will look across America to find the next country star, while opening doors for the undiscovered singer/songwriters who think they have what it takes to make it big. This show will open the world’s eyes to what goes into becoming a successful musician in Nashville each week, through the good, the bad, and the ugly, while the contestants compete and live together.
"One of the reasons this show stands out from the rest is that it’s the only show where the contestants take an active role in deciding who's in the band,” noted executive producer, Simon Lythgoe. “Whereas contestants must sing in different genres on other shows, this is all about Country music. Our contestants will turn some world renowned songs from other genres like Pop or Motown, pour their soul into it and make it Country.”
“This isn't just a singing competition, the contestants will also be judged on their song writing, radio interviews and music videos,” said executive producer, Nigel Lythgoe. “We're looking for more than just a singer, we want the complete creative, talented package - performer, personality and writer. We want the next Country superstar.”
In the ten episode series, each lasting an hour, CMT will look across America to find the next country star, while opening doors for the undiscovered singer/songwriters who think they have what it takes to make it big. This show will open the world’s eyes to what goes into becoming a successful musician in Nashville each week, through the good, the bad, and the ugly, while the contestants compete and live together.
"One of the reasons this show stands out from the rest is that it’s the only show where the contestants take an active role in deciding who's in the band,” noted executive producer, Simon Lythgoe. “Whereas contestants must sing in different genres on other shows, this is all about Country music. Our contestants will turn some world renowned songs from other genres like Pop or Motown, pour their soul into it and make it Country.”
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