 Dallas Smith (pictured in the front row second in from left) toasting with numerous Canadian Country Radio and industry friends including CCMA Awards President Don Green, CMT Canada, Republic Live/Boots & Hearts Festival executives, producer Joey Moi and his UMG Canada and Big Loud Mountain teams at a celebratory gathering held at the Big Loud Mountain offices on Music Row last Thursday (2/26) Photo Credit: Amy Allmand Photography NASHVILLE, TN (March 3, 2015) - Platinum-selling country singer Dallas Smith celebrated his latest single, “Wastin’ Gas,” holding the #1 spot on the Canadian Country Radio charts for two consecutive weeks with numerous Canadian Country Radio and industry friends along with his UMG Canada and Big Loud Mountain teams last Thursday (2/26) in Nashville, TN, during CRS week. The infectious song marks Smith’s second best-selling single to date behind the PLATINUM smash “Tippin’ Point.” Piling on the accolades, the powerhouse vocalist was also recognized as the first Canadian male artist in the Nielsen BDS era to spend multiple weeks atop of the Country Airplay chart in Canada.
Smith sits on the verge of international success with “Wastin’ Gas” premiering in the U.S. on SiriusXM’s The Highway and sky-rocketing to #1 on the iTunes Canadian Country Chart. The hit single is featured on Smith’s buzzed-about LIFTED EP (Big Loud Mountain) which released nationwide, reaching #5 on the iTunes U.S. Country Chart. "Wastin' Gas" follows his breakout U.S. debut "Tippin' Point" which reached No. 1 on SiriusXM’s The Highway Hot 45 Countdown, set the record as the fastest Canadian country single to go PLATINUM and is the highest selling Canadian Country digital single in history. For LIFTED, Smith teamed up again with prized producer Joey Moi (Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen) who was also at the helm of his award-winning Canadian country debut, JUMPED RIGHT IN. Moi captures Smith’s distinct wall-of-sound approach that combines the vocals of country with the crunch of rock on the new tracks, including “Cheap Seats,” “Thinkin’ Bout You,” and “Just Say When.” The talented showman, who fronted the wildly popular international rock band Default, recently wrapped his headlining 2015 TIPPIN’ POINT TOUR across Canada. The sold-out run featured special guests Charlie Worsham and Sundy Best. Previously, Smith opened for Bob Seger and superstar duo Florida Georgia Line on a slew of dates across North America. The British Columbia native is quickly amassing widespread appeal and racking up industry recognition with his nomination for the prestigious 2015 JUNO Award for Country Album of the Yearand being named the first Canadian country artist to have nine singles reach the Top 10 at radio in Canada. Garnering critical acclaim, the Huffington Post named Smith as one of their "15 Country Artists To Watch" in 2015. For more information on Dallas Smith and tour dates, visit DallasSmithMusic.com. LIFTED EP is now available here.
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 (Nashville, Tenn. – March 3, 2015) – Country artist Jon Wolfe has made his new album, Natural Man, available for pre-sale today, March 3. Fans can now pre-purchase the album through Wolfe’s iTunes page, here.
With Natural Man set to officially release on March 31, the pre-sale will give fans an immediate download of the previously released “What Are You Doin’ Right Now” and current single, “Smile On Mine,” as well as a ‘complete the album’ option for fans who have already purchased one or both of the currently available tracks. Natural Man, produced by Wolfe, Lex Lipsitz and Billy Decker and recorded at Nashville’s Westwood Studios and Ronnie’s Place, is a 13-track collection of songs that merge Wolfe’s signature traditional sound, influenced by some of Country music’s greatest legends, including George Strait, Garth Brooks, Clint Black and Dwight Yoakam, with an edgy, modern energy. Natural Man Track Listing and Songwriters:
Leadoff single, “Smile On Mine,” is now at Country radio and is available for download on iTunes, Amazon and other major digital retailers. With its catchy hook and foot-tapping melody, “Smile On Mine” tells the story of a budding romance on a first date. A seasoned performer, Wolfe has opened for some of Country’s biggest stars and has played more than 400 live shows over the past four years. He has a busy 2015 tour schedule on the horizon with his Natural Man Album Release Tour to kick off in March. The tour is scheduled to make 22 stops across Texas and into Oklahoma, with notable pit stops in Austin, Helotes and Fort Worth, TX. For a full list of show dates for the Natural Man Album Release Tour, click here. For more information on Jon Wolfe, visit his official website at www.JonWolfeCountry.com, and follow him on Instagram, Twitter andFacebook.  Texas Troubadour Zane Williams has announced that his brand new record, Texas Like That, will be released on April 14th. The new album contains ten songs, all penned by Williams, who also co-produced with Tom Faulkner.
Williams' tunes can invigorate the honky tonks or tug at the heart strings and Texas Like That is sure to contain songs that do both. Zane says, "I wouldn’t be able to make CDs like this without the loyal support of fans like you, and I hope you recognize your purchase for what it really is—a vote in favor of music that matters, and a contribution to ensure that good music continues to be made. Thanks, as always, for taking this "ride with me”, and please come see me on the road so I can hug your neck!" For more information on Zane & to pre-order physical copies of the record, visit his official website Pre-Order Texas Like That here Track Listing: Feelin' Free Throwback Summer Rain She Is Just Gettin' Started Jayton and Jill Here's To You Kansas City Sunrise Love Is On Our Side Texas Like That  The day that Levy Lowrey said would bring big news, March 3rd, has finally arrived. He announced a brand new record, My Crazy Head, which would be available March 10th.
Along with that announcement came another: a revolutionary new way to distribute and promote the music, doing something that hasn't been done before. Lowrey stated, "I want to do something with this record that's never been done before. I'M SIGNING A RECORD DEAL WITH MY FANS. No longer will there be a middle man between us. We are changing the business for the better. I believe in this model and the possibility for a huge impact on the music industry." Here's how it works. Lowrey asks for a flat fee of $99, in return he is giving those who contribute the exclusive control of the distribution of the record. If anyone outside of those who give $99 want to purchase the album, they will have to come those people. Each person will be posting their own unique link on social media as well as texting and emailing friends and family. Every time someone downloads the album after clicking on the individual's link, they will receive a cut of the profits of that sale. All of this will happen in real time: they purchase the album, the individual receives their money. He further breaks down the split: "You will receive 100% of your profit until you recoup your initial $99. After that it goes to 50/50. That's right. We are equal partners in this venture. Your 50% cut will last for a full year from your signup date. The partnership season begins in 7 days. We wanted to allow time for questions, and preparation. I will be available through social media and email to answer any questions you may have. On March the 10th the campaign will officially begin. We will be providing links to the campaign page as soon as they are ready. In short... I'm basically trying to give you money. Your initial $99 goes to getting this album pressed, new merchandise, touring, and keeping the machine rolling another year. It also does something invaluable for me as an artist, it spreads the word about my music and the My Crazy Head record. Us partnering together, and cutting out the middle man, makes this whole thing possible." In addition, over the course of the next year, Lowrey has planned exclusive content and incentives that will only be available to those who partner with him. He signs off his letter by saying, "This has never been done before. I look forward to having you as my partner in this venture. Let's change the world." This partnership between artists and fans to release new music is a unique, brave and promising approach. To find out more visit his official website.  Courtesy Dreamspider Publicity ASHEVILLE, NC -- Joseph LeMay has been receiving many accolades since the independent release of his debut album Seventeen Acres on in the spring of 2014. Rolling Stone Country’s Steve Betts wrote, “LeMay has crafted one of the best Americana albums of the year.” Elmore ’s Jim Hynes goes on to say, "If you didn’t know better, you’d think this might be a Paul Simon or Band of Horses album in terms of sound...Then, along comes ‘Redwing’ and again you realize how good a craftsman LeMay is."
LeMay will be touring solo with Seventeen Acres this April, opening for Sean Watkins of Nickel Creek, who also has a new album, All I Do Is Lie. The tour kicks off in Texas with shows in Houston, Austin, and Dallas. They stop in Oklahoma City before a couple of performances in Missouri in Kansas City and St Louis and then head into the midwest to Indianapolis, IN, and Evanston, Il. The tour closes in Denver, Colorado at Daniels Hall @ Swallow Hill. Although a newcomer to the scene, LeMay has been developing his voice as a songwriter and producer for several years, observing and working with his longtime mentor and veteran producer, Charlie Peacock (The Civil Wars, Brett Dennen, Switchfoot, The Lone Bellow). LeMay’s ability to tastefully wear the hats of both artist and producer is what makes his Seventeen Acres stand out as an album of note. PopDose’s Keith Creighton says of Seventeen Acres, “Rarely has an album by a complete unknown hit me like a ton of bricks the way Joseph LeMay’s stunning debut has... an insanely promising artist…Seventeen Acres’ appeal extends way beyond the boundaries of the current Americana boom. Fans of Crowded House, Tom Petty, Iron & Wine, Paul Simon and countless others will welcome the tales of this gifted storyteller.” “Music fulfills a need,” says LeMay. “It’s communicating across mediums. We don’t just want words. It’s the color and the canvas. The cadence and the lyric.” It’s with a balanced grasp of bare truth and pursuit of grace that LeMay channels this primal need in the desolation of his Seventeen Acres. Joseph LeMay On Tour Opening For Sean Watkins This April 4/14 Tue - Mucky Duck - Houston, TX 4/16 Thu - Cactus Cafe - Austin, TX 4/17 Fri - Uncle Calvin's Coffeehouse - Dallas, TX 4/18 Sat - Blue Door - Oklahoma City, OK 4/19 Sun - Knuckleheads Saloon - Kansas City, MO 4/21 Tue - Stage at KDHX - St Louis, MO 4/23 Thu - The Hi-Fi - Indianapolis, IN 4/24 Fri - SPACE - Evanston, IL 4/26 Sun - Daniels Hall @ Swallow Hill - Denver, CO For more about Joseph LeMay and tour dates, please visit www.JosephLeMayMusic.com. Also, keep up-to-date with news at facebook.com/JosephLeMaymusic and twitter.com/JosephLeMay. You can also watch videos for a few of the tracks off the new album at youtube.com/user/josephlemay1. Listen to Seventeen Acres here Heartbreaker Banquet Returns to Willie Nelson's "Luck, Texas" For Fourth Annual Music Event3/2/2015  Courtesy Shock Ink Austin, TX (March 2, 2015) - Electric Lady Studios and Robot Fondue, in partnership withSquarespace, are proud to announce the fourth annual Heartbreaker Banquet, set to take place at Willie Nelson's "Luck, Texas" ranch on the outskirts of Austin. One of the most intimate and sought after events surrounding SXSW, Heartbreaker Banquet gathers industry tastemakers and special guests for an unparalleled daylong concert experience featuring pop-up shops, local cuisine, and a range of thoughtfully curated music performances. The event will take place on Thursday, March 19 with doors at 12:00pm. Tickets go on sale today, and can be purchased at www.heartbreakerbanquet.com.
Heartbreaker Banquet, a unique festival dedicated to cultivating and showcasing the evolution of the roots music community, offers guests an unforgettable music experience entirely removed from the SXSW festival hoards. Established with a distinct mission to inspire artists and patrons alike, Heartbreaker Banquet has emerged as a cherished festival favorite; offering a diverse and carefully crafted roster spanning the roots, rock, and Americana genres. The 2015 event will showcase artists on two stages: an outdoor "Medicine Show" stage positioned outside Nelson's "World Headquarters"; and a camp meeting-style "Revival Tent" stage located outside the town's landmark chapel. The lineup is as follows: Medicine Show Stage: Willie Nelson & Family, Hurray For The Riff Raff, Nikki Lane, Leon Bridges, Heartless Bastards, Delta Spirit, Clear Plastic Masks, Elle King, JP Harris, Horse Thief, Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real, Insects Vs. Robots, and Lily Meola Revival Tent Stage: Butch Walker, Angel Olsen, Israel Nash, Joseph, Lindi Ortega, The Deslondes, Hamilton Leithauser, Matt Sucich, and an "In The Round" song swap hosted by Jonny Burke and featuring Langhorne Slim, Luke Bell, Hugh Masterson, and Daniel Romano "Heartbreaker is a product of our vision for an elevated live music experience that chronicles the heritage and evolution of the creative community" said event organizers Lee Foster of Electric Lady Studios and Matt Bizer of Robot Fondue. "We hand-select each element of the event to become a part of our narrative, and are honored to be able to work with artists and brands we truly admire" Now in its fourth year, Heartbreaker Banquet has garnered a reputation as the definitive getaway during SXSW; inviting guests to experience the best of music, art, and epicurean culture on the hallowed grounds that served as the set for Nelson's Red Headed Stranger, and have since provided a hub for many of the country's most heralded musicians. This year's Heartbreaker Banquet is powered by Squarespace. In addition to offering VIP concertgoers the opportunity to have custom tintype photographs taken by Giles Clement, Squarespace will also capture filmed live performances in the town's intimate chapel. The Tito'sHandmade Vodka Saloon will offer signature vodka cocktails to guests, VIPs, and artists; while Budweiser will be the featured beer of the event. Additional event features include: theIndian Motorcycle General Store featuring the brand's iconic bikes, the Stetson hat shop, a Stance Socks airstream pop-up, and a unique shopping experience from Nashville-based clothiers Imogene + Willie. As a special offer to guests, Uber will provide transportation to and from the event. In addition to the concert event, Heartbreaker Banquet will host the first annual "Banquet At Heartbreaker", an exclusive culinary fete that will celebrate the best of the food and music industries: pairing unique tasting menus curated by celebrity chefs with intimate music performances from an array of special guests. The Banquet At Heartbreaker will be held at Luck, Texas on the eve of Heartbreaker Banquet, Wednesday March 18. Heartbreaker Banquet 2015 is benefiting the SIMS Foundation, providing mental health services to Austin musicians; as well as Wholesome Wave, a national nonprofit enabling underserved consumers to make healthier food choices by increasing affordable access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables. On behalf of SIMS, we encourage patrons to make a donation here. Donations to Wholesome Wave can be made here. Tickets to Heartbreaker Banquet are available for $50.00 each. Banquet At Heartbreaker tickets, which also include a pass to the concert event, are available for $275.00. Both can be purchased at www.heartbreakerbanquet.com. Heartbreaker Banquet and Banquet At Heartbreaker tickets are available for $50.00 and $275.00, respectively. Tickets can be purchased at www.heartbreakerbanquet.com. For more information on the event, please visit http://www.heartbreakerbanquet.com/ orhttps://www.facebook.com/heartbreakerbanquet. Follow on Twitter at @HBbanquet.  Courtesy Susan Niles PR Circle S Records recording artist SaraBeth will release her new single
“I’m Sick of It” to iTunes and digital retailers worldwide tomorrow (March 3rd). The new single from her forthcoming EP was co-written by SaraBeth, Gwen Sebastian and Glen Mitchell. “My new single ‘I’m Sick of It’ was actually inspired by a guitar riff as strange as that sounds. I wrote it with Glen Mitchell and Gwen Sebastian and Glen just started playing this really mean sounding, angry thing on the guitar that was really cool and we all looked at each other and just thought this sounds like a break up and like someone is fed up and angry. Ironically enough, it’s actually been one of the most fun songs I’ve ever written,” SaraBeth stated. SaraBeth charted two Top 40 country singles in 2014, has over 125,000 fans on social media platforms and 400,000 plus views on YouTube. Twitter - @SBSwags Instagram - @SaraBethTX Facebook – www.facebook.com/SaraBethTX www.sarabethmusic.com  Grammy and Country Music Association Song of the Year nominee James House proudly releases the video for his song, "Me Too," from his critically acclaimed release, Songwriters Serenade. "Me Too," co-written by James and Austin songwriter Darden Smith, is an up tempo song about being there for one another in times of need.
Directed by Marcel, the video combines fans of James lip synching along to the verses with heartfelt expressions of hope and lighthearted frustration while James drives through the long night looking for his friend in need. Half of the digital download sales from the single goes to benefit SongwritingWith:Soldiers. Purchase the single here You can watch the video here |
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