Announcing The 2nd Jam in The Trees Fri-Sat Aug 25-26, 2017 at Pisgah Brewing in Black Mountain, NC11/22/2016 The 2016 Inaugural Event Raised $5000 for Wild Forests & Fauna! Early Bird Tickets on Sale Black Friday at 10am www.pisgahbrewing.com FRIDAY + 2-DAY PASSES: http://www.pisgahbrewing.com/shows/jam-in-the-trees/ SATURDAY + VIP PASSES: http://www.pisgahbrewing.com/shows/jam-in-the-trees-2/ 150 Eastside Drive, Black Mountain, NC 28711 | Phone 828.669.0190 ASHEVILLE, NC -- We are thrilled to announce the dates for the 2nd Annual Jam in the Trees taking place Friday-Saturday, August 25-26, 2017 at Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain, NC. Early bird tickets go on sale on Black Friday, November 25, 2016 at 10am. Stay tuned to the festival’s new website www.jaminthetrees.com for more information and updates! Stay tuned for the initial artist announcement in late December. Merchandise from the 2016 JITT is available on the website. The inaugural event in 2016 featuring The Wood Brothers, The Del McCoury Band, Junior Brown, The Burrito Brothers, and more, was a great success. It raised $5000 in contribution to Wild Forests & Fauna (WildFF) and all the work they did and do to make things happen in Western North Carolina to protect, restore and support threatened forests and wildlife. Relive some of the wonderful moments of 2016 through photos of the event by David Simchock Photography at www.frontrowfocus.com.
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Nashville, Tenn. (November 22, 2016 Press Release) — Legendary country group Restless Heart is releasing its first-ever Christmas single to radio. The band recorded the classic Roger Miller-penned holiday tune, "Old Toy Trains," for their previously released Christmas album, A Restless Heart Christmas (Red River Entertainment). "Greg Jennings, our guitar player and producer of our Christmas album, thought we should record the song and I remember hearing it when I was a child," says Restless Heart lead singer Larry Stewart. "I remember loving it then and as we sat down to consider recording it, I thought 'wow' we may have found something really special. It's not a song that's been recorded as much as other classic Christmas songs. So it's cool we kinda found a diamond in the rough. Roger Miller wrote it and it's my favorite holiday song we do live." Listen to the song HERE. "Old Toy Trains" and A Restless Heart Christmas are available for download at iTunes and Amazon. NASHVILLE, TN (November 22, 2016 Press Release) – RED BOW Records’ Craig Campbell kicked off the holiday season with a captivating performance at the 69th Annual Macy’s Great Tree Lighting in Atlanta, GA on Sunday (11/20). His set featured his hits “Outskirts of Heaven” and “Keep Them Kisses Comin’” and festive covers including Alan Jackson’s “I Only Want You For Christmas” and the classic “White Christmas.” As a Georgia native, Campbell was thrilled to join in this flagship event that has become a state tradition for nearly 7 decades. Making the night even brighter, the singer-songwriter shared the stage with award-winning artists Aloe Blacc and Michelle Williams for the big finale of “O Holy Night” complete with spectacular fireworks and tree lighting. Next stop for Campbell is Chicago, IL, where he will perform his Top 40-and-climbing single “Outskirts of Heaven” at the 83rd annual McDonald’s Thanksgiving Parade, airing live on November 24 at 8:00a CT on WGN 9 Chicago or WGN America. Following 2015’s “Tomorrow Tonight,” Campbell has been in the studio working on his RED BOW Records debut album. Previously sharing the stage with Randy Houser, Alan Jackson, The Band Perry, Jerrod Niemann, and Justin Moore, he is currently playing shows nationwide and working with the Grand Ole Opry on a tour in honor of the USO’s 75th anniversary with more details to be announced soon. For more information on Craig Campbell and tour dates, visit www.craigcampbell.tv. (From The Pines Newsletter) The Pines are pleased to announce the arrival of Pasture II, the second installment in their series of EPs exploring the timeless tradition and passage of the American folk song. With ballads unearthed from the public domain alongside contemporary songs from their native Iowa, Pasture II blurs the line between past and future, giving a glimpse into The Pines’ creative process of imagination and re-interpretation. Raw and urgent, Pasture II was recorded in just two hours, live and without over-dubs, by songwriter extraordinaire and close friend of the band Mason Jennings, whose production and vision brings an immediacy to these tracks. As The Pines examine the lines between lo-fi and hi-fi, tradition and innovation, the “Pasture” series are like field recordings from a place where mystery is alive and well. Picking up where Pasture I: Folk Songs left off, the songs emerge from somewhere in The Pines’ repertoire, each with their unique touch and treatment. “Blind Fiddler” and “The Train That Carried My Girl From Town” are traditional songs from deep in the American psyche and songbook — still relevant as testimony to life’s basic struggle for security. “Hard Times Come Again No More,” the Stephen Foster classic, comes not as a lament but a rallying cry against turning away from our fellow man. “Even When,” written by Iowa folk songstress Pieta Brown, and “On The Range,” written by Benson and Alex’s father, Bo Ramsey, stand as art without expiration, the central yearning of the individual’s place among the collective, and interconnection. “It Don’t Make Sense (You Can’t Make Peace),” the great Chicago blues songwriter Willie Dixon’s favorite of his compositions, comes and goes like a dream of peace imagined, yet unrealized. UPCOMING EVENT TO TAKE PLACE IN THE GRAND BALLROOM AT WEBSTER HALL IN NEW YORK CITY FROM 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. EVENT TO ALSO FEATURE A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY CHARLY BLISS AND DJ SET BY DJ SHANNONIGANS WITH MEDIA PARTNERSHIP PROVIDED BY M MUSIC & MUSICIANS MAGAZINE TICKETS FOR THE DECEMBER 5 HOLIDAY PARTY NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE (New York, NY – November 22, 2016 Press Release) – Women in Music, the premier organization for music professionals, is excited to announce its upcoming yearly holiday party and fundraiser. In its 31st year, the internationally known not-for-profit organization will close out another monumental year with its highly anticipated annual event on Monday, December 5 at The Grand Ballroom at Webster Hall. In addition to networking with music industry executives, rising professionals, and acclaimed musicians, guests will also enjoy music by DJ Shannonigans and a special performance by Charly Bliss who was recently named one of Stereogum's 40 Best New Bands of 2016. This year’s event is being Presented by Nielsen Entertainment with support from partners Atlas Music Publishing, ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, CD Baby, Mpress Records, SynchTank, SoundExchange, Perkins Coie LLP, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, Around Digital Media, Joe Lambert Mastering and Insomnia Cookies. Complimentary cocktails will be provided courtesy of Tito's Handmade Vodka and Small Town Brewery and hors d’oeuvres from Meatball Obsession. M Music & Musicians Magazine has also been named the evening’s media partner. "The Delmore Brothers, God, I really loved them! I think they've influenced every harmony I've ever tried to sing!" - Bob Dylan Nashville, TN (November 22, 2016 Press Release) - The Country Music Hall of Fame® & Museum will celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Delmore Brothers' stage debut with a program on Friday, December 2, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. in the Taylor Swift Education Center. In his book, Truth Is Stranger Than Publicity, Alton Delmore gives a personal account of the brothers' career and offers his insights into the early days of the Country music industry. Music journalist and author Barry Mazor will lead a discussion about the book and the Delmore Brothers' illustrious career, while Alton Delmore's youngest daughter, Debby, will share personal reflections. In a live performance, The Farmer and Adele will entertain with Delmore Brothers' hits "Blues Stay Away From Me" and "Blow Your Whistle Freight Train," proving the continued relevance of Alton and Rabon's music. "The home of Country music is the perfect setting to share their personal stories and legendary songs," says Sherry Bond, publisher of the Delmore catalog. "It will be a compelling hour, and one their fans won't want to miss." (Press Release) Acoustic Christmas, an Amazon Music Original playlist featuring twenty nine original and classic holiday recordings from a wide range of artists like Train, Zella Day, Us the Duo, Sara Watkins, as well as Billy Bragg and Joe Henry - will be available exclusively for streaming on Amazon Music—both Amazon Music Unlimited and Prime Music beginning today, November 22. In addition to mainstream artists such as Train and Zella Day, the artist roster for Acoustic Christmas highlights established members of the Americana community, including; Trampled by Turtles, Hayes Carll, and Nickel Creek’s Sara Watkins. Emerging artists like Son Little, Keaton Henson, and Little Scream are also featured on this broad and eclectic playlist. Today, Amazon Music shared a live performance of Us the Duo's "Feels Like Christmas." Forest City, IA., -(November 21, 2016 Press Release)-- For the fourth consecutive year, Tree Town Music Festival is set to deliver a Memorial Day weekend packed with non-stop entertainment from an impressive list of super stars and some of music's most promising rising stars performing nightly at Heritage Park in Forest City, Iowa. The four-day music festival, taking place May 25- 28, 2017, has revealed the full lineup to include nightly headliners Bret Michaels, Thomas Rhett, Alan Jackson and Jason Aldean. Early Bird ticket prices are available now and will increase starting December 6, 2016. Over the years, thousands of concertgoers have flocked to the small town for four days of music, entertainment, food and more. Produced by Basis Entertainment, the festival has two stages with entertainment scheduled throughout each day. Other acts scheduled to perform in 2017 include Big & Rich, Dwight Yoakum, Chris Young, Tucker Beathard, Love & Theft, High Valley, plus The Hepperly Brothers, Pure Prairie League, Jake McVey, Luke Bell, Adley Stump, David Ray and William Michael Morgan. Country Lips - Austin Jacobsen – bass, Trevor Pendras - electric guitar & vocals, Miles Burnett - drums & vocals, Hamilton Boyce - electric guitar & vocals, Alex Leake- acoustic guitar &vocals, Jonah Byrne – fiddle, Kenny Aramaki – keys and Gus Clark - accordion & mandolin are pleased to share the video for "Grizzly Bear Billboard" from their forthcoming album Till The Daylight Comes out January 6th. The band says: "'Grizzly Bear Billboard' is the kind of song that, without sadness or regret, remembers the Summer for the beauty that only comes from things that must, at some time, come to an end. In the video -- filmed at the Cowlitz County Fair in southwestern Washington -- director Coco Foto captures our trusty E350 touring shuttle and the genuine friendship and joy that has kept Country Lips together for the last seven years. Set among carnival rides, fun houses, midway lights, and the Thunder Mountain Pro Rodeo, we do what we do best and manage to stay out of trouble long enough to make a few lasting Summer memories." Watch the video here. All Proceeds from Sale of New Track to Benefit the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation “A beautiful mission of sound and healing” – Carlos Santana (Featured Guitarist) (Press Release) Alt-pop/adult contemporary singer-songwriter Jennifer Saran has teamed up with South African Grammy-winning male choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Grammy and Emmy-winning producer, drummer, singer and songwriter Narada Michael Walden (Producer/Co-writer), known for his work with Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Mariah Carey, to create her newest single, “Wake Up.” Making a special guest appearance on the track is Grammy-winner and legend Carlos Santana (Featured Guitarist), whose guitar licks generate inspiring vibes. The stunning collaboration is a heartfelt appeal to the world to recognize and address inequality and impoverishment, a cause incredibly personal and important to all the amazing artists involved. “Wake Up” will be featured on Saran’s third album, produced and co-written by Narada Michael Walden, which will be released in early 2017. “Wake Up” is a rousing and uplifting anthem for the world at large. Saran takes meaningful action through her lyrics to encourage change - “It’s time to Wake Up!” This worldly, heartfelt, and thought-provoking singer has been dazzling listeners with her message of positivity and encouraging them to stand up to the world’s struggles and incite change, first on her debut album Walk With Me (2016), and now on this new song. |
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