LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Press Release) — The Mavericks took center stage at the Microsoft Theater yesterday during the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony® to perform “All Night Long,” which scored a nomination for Best American Roots Song and was penned by Cuban American frontman Raul Malo. The musical comrades — Malo, Paul Deakin (drums), Eddie Perez (guitars) and Jerry Dale McFadden (keyboards)  — garnered a nod in the Best Americana Album category for Mono and once again demonstrated “This is why human beings make music” (Los Angeles Times). Fans can watch the performance here. 

Surprising the room at El Cid during El Twanguero’s show on Saturday, the band treated patrons to a pre-Grammy preview with hits like “Back in Your Arms Again,” “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down” and “Come Unto Me.” The Mavericks, who formed over two decades ago in Miami, will bring more sizzle to the stage when they return to Los Angeles on March 5 for a tour stop at the Fonda Theatre. 

The dynamic band was deemed #1 “Best Live Act” in the Nashville Scene’s 16th annual Country Music Critics Poll, which compiles votes by journalists from The New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Billboard, Pitchfork.com, PopMatters.com and other outlets. Exuding feel-good vibes, unmistakable energy and a melting pot of genre influences, the reigning Americana Music Awards Duo/Group of the Year also earned top spots on several 2015 Best-of lists from esteemed music critics at the Los Angeles Times, NPR and Rolling Stone.

The Mavericks’ unique sound, showcased live across the globe and on critically acclaimed albums— most recently Mono (2015) and In Time (2013) — unites the masses through the most universal language of all … music.  
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For upcoming tour dates and more, visit TheMavericksBand.com. ​

Nashville, Tenn. (February 15, Press Release) – Wheelhouse Records artist, Granger Smith, dominates the charts this week at No. 1 (Billboard, Mediabase and Music Row) with his national debut hit “Backroad Song.” The record has sailed at country radio since impact and is a commanding precursor to his anticipated new album, Remington, out March 4.  

"How do I put this into words? Having a #1 song has been a lifelong dream of mine and to achieve this as both a writer and a singer is surreal,” says Granger.  “It has been a long road, but such a great adventure and I have so many team members to thank for that. I'm feeling pretty blessed right now." 

“Thrilled, ecstatic, elated – those words can’t begin to express the excitement in the Wheelhouse Records offices today. Achieving a #1 debut single from a debut artist on a debut label imprint is a pretty rare and extraordinary thing,” says Teddi Bonadies, VP of Promotion for Wheelhouse Records. “We’re so grateful to our friends that helped make this dream a reality.”

Granger Smith has captivated the country music world. His success has been earned through relentless touring, a longstanding social media presence that has generated a massive and rabid following, and a deep-rooted pension for songwriting that has always driven his craft.  

The months ahead are packed with excitement for Granger. Upcoming appearances include the Today Show (March 8), Fox & Friends (March 9) and Jimmy Kimmel Live (March 22) where Granger will perform on the coveted outdoor stage. In addition, Granger will help close out this year’s ACM Party For A Cause® Festival on Sunday April 3 at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds leading up to the 51st Academy of Country Music Awards.

Topping nearly every “Artist to Watch” list, Granger continues to bring his music straight to the fans through his electrifying live show. To see all tour dates click here.    ​

(Press Release) Bluegrass crowd favorites Lorraine Jordan & Carolina have turned a lot of heads with their latest project, Country Grass.  The band continues to leave their mark on the genre with the latest video for "Do You Wanna Go to Heaven."  The track features 21-time country chart-topper T.G. Sheppard on the classic song, which recently celebrated its 35th Anniversary since topping the country charts. Watch the video here.
 
"I've always loved bluegrass music," says Sheppard on the heels of releasing his latest critically acclaimed album, Legendary Friends & Country Duets. "I'm glad that this song turned out so well," he adds of the hit song, which is one of his biggest hits.
 
Country Grass is the latest trend in bluegrass music, where the award-winning Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road  teamed up with some of the biggest names in classic country.  The tracks were recorded with the original singers on lead, with Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road singing along, this time with invigorating bluegrass instrumentals. The star-studded project also features collaborations with Crystal Gayle, Lee Greenwood, The Kentucky Headhunters, John Conlee, Eddy Raven, and Marty Raybon in addition to the late Jim Ed Brown and Lynn Anderson.

​NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Just in time for Valentine's Day, Nashville newcomer Nestor AnDress releases his debut album,"Falling in Love," to iTunes Sunday, February 14, which can be purchased here. 

The six-song album,"Falling in Love," is not just about falling in love with an individual but with moments, a song and a memory. Andress' new album covers all aspects of love with songs like the title track, "Falling In Love," that talks of falling for not just the person but their idiosyncrasies, "Drunk at a Bar," that sings of keeping things interesting with your love and ballad, "When You Lie," that brings the difficulties of letting love go to the forefront.
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"Music is a universal language that I have seen break barriers between people all over the world and offers common ground as all desire to feel loved, like they matter and they’re a part of something bigger then themselves," says the up and coming singer-songwriter. "Everyone’s life is a song to be heard. All I want to do is live life, sing about it and hope that my music, lyrics and life will have the best impact on those who listen." 

About Nestor AnDress:
While this Texas native didn’t grow up with neon in his blood or eager for a stage and stars in his eyes, the power of music grabbed hold of his heart while attending college at Texas Tech, where he studied Pre-Law and played football. Shifting his focus to music, he soon played his first gig at the Blue Light in Lubbock and went on to play local dancehalls. The aspiring singer-songwriter began gainging attention from radio after a performance alongside Tracy Lawrence, which landed him on the cover of  "Celebrity Nights" magazine where they labeled him "a rising star in Texas."

After leaving Texas Tech, the Red Raider moved to Music City, where he has sinced grabbed the attention of industry professionals and captivated fans while performing alongside Country Music mainstays Craig Campbell, Cody Johnson Band, Tracy Lawrence, Jon Pardi and more. Fans can catch him out on the road this Spring.

For more information on Nestor AnDress visit  www.nestorandress.com. Or catch up with him on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

​On May 6th, Nashville's Ryan Beaver will release his much-anticipated new album Rx. Today, Ryan shares "Fast," the second song to be released from Rx, which premiered yesterday at Yahoo Music.
 
Stream "Fast" via Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/ryanbeaver/fast/s-N7ANV
 
"This album is titled Rx because these songs are like medicine to me," says Beaver of his new release. "Making this record was so much fun, and so therapeutic. These songs serve as a prescription for getting excited about music and life. And if they're like medicine for me, maybe they will be for the listeners."
 
Rx, which Beaver co-produced with longtime compadres Jeremy Spillman and Ryan Tyndell (both of whom have worked with Eric Church, Nikki Lane, and Little Big Town), makes it abundantly clear why Ryan Beaver has already been widely acclaimed as an artist to watch. 
 
Rolling Stone recently named him one of "10 New Country Artists You Need to Know," and he's received acclaim from the likes of Miranda Lambert, Lee Ann Womack,Maren Morris, Kacey Musgraves and Ashley Monroe, with whom he's toured as an opening act.

​NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Following the exclusive streaming premiere on The Boot, Red Dirt rocker, Rich O'Toole, releases his most intimate single to date, "Back to Back," today, Friday, Februrary 12 just in time for the Valentines holiday. The Aggie Alum kicked the release weekend off by serving as a judge for “Aggieland Idol,” a singing competition put on by Texas A&M Baseball to find National Anthem performers yesterday at Olsen Field. A single release party will be held tonight where O'Toole will perform alongside the Josh Abbott Band at Hurricane Harry's in College Station, Texas.  "Back to Back,"  mixed by Billy Decker, known for his work producing Sam Hunt and Kenny Chesney, is available now and can be purchased on iTunes here. 
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O’Toole recently joined Morey Management, LA based management team known for their work with Miley Cyrus andDolly Parton, and has moved to Nashville to sharpen his songwriting skills. 

Matt Andersen has been enthralling audiences with his one-of-a-kind performance across the world for years.  On February 26th, this multi-award winning New Brunswick belter will release his new album Honest Man via True North Records.  The follow up to his 2014 JUNO Award nominated album Weightless, Honest Man sees the powerhouse songwriter pushing himself into new territory as he enlists famed R&B producer Commissioner Gordon (Amy Winehouse, Quincy Jones, Joss Stone, Santana) for his seventh studio release.  Today, American Songwriter  debuted his new song "Who Are You Listening To?" claiming "The track pairs a prominent blues rock opening with an electrifying guitar solo."
 
LISTEN: Matt Andersen - "Who Are You Listening To?" on American Songwriter:
http://ow.ly/Ye2z1
 
"'Who Are You Listening To?' is a call for people to make up their own minds," said Andersen.  "With so much media being thrown in our faces, we need to shut those things off and do some thinking for ourselves."
 
Honest Man is Andersen's most accessible album to date, with Gordon adding a depth of production that previous records only hinted at.  Matching this, Andersen has written ten songs that explore both the political and personal. The title track was inspired by a US political cartoon and "Let's Get Back" has Andersen thinking about how his country as a nation has changed, but not for the better.  "All The Way"takes a more personal approach as he sings about the decision to fully commit to a relationship while "I'm Giving In" muses about the moments leading up to that commitment.  Honest Man is a watershed album full of transcendent musical moments that should elevate the songwriter from internationally acclaimed to world renowned.
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