Johnny Gates announced the release of his self-titled debut solo EP on August 30. In lieu of the news, he also released new track “Hell Outta Here.” To celebrate his inevitable return to Music City, Gates will take the stage at The Back Corner in Nashville on August 19. Gates …
Read More »WATCH: Morgan Evans’ “Day Drunk”
Australian born Morgan Evans released his brand-new, avant-garde music video for feel-good single “Day Drunk.” Directed by Colin Duffy and filmed in Long Beach, CA, the clip retraces Evans’ steps on a bright, booze-filled adventure that ends with a splash. Shot completely in reverse, the video’s innovative production required Evans to …
Read More »Phil Vassar Announces The Stripped Down Tour
Singer-songwriter, Phil Vassar, is bringing his 20 years of hits to venues across the country with an intimate, acoustic show in 14 cities from coast to coast (more dates to be added, full list below). Brett Sheroky will be supporting Vassar on select shows throughout the tour. The Stripped Down …
Read More »T. Graham Brown To Host ‘Songwriter Session’ at Country Music Hall Of Fame
T. Graham Brown will be bringing his songs to life with an exclusive performance at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s Ford Theater Friday, August 16th at 2:00 PM. During this special acoustic performance, fans will hear the stories behind some of his biggest hits. “Anytime I get …
Read More »Hunter Hayes Teases New Album With Cryptic Social Media Posts
Fans have been asking, and Hunter Hayes is officially answering. The singer/songwriter dropped an unexpected video this morning announcing a new album, calling fans to tune in to NBC’s TODAY tomorrow, August 14 at 9:00am local time for more details (watch video above). The “Wanted” singer has been creating buzz …
Read More »Americana Music Association Announces 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees
Today, the Americana Music Association® announced this year’s slate of Lifetime Achievement Award honorees for its 18th annual Americana Honors & Awards show on September 11. This group of top-honor recipients includes Felice and Boudleaux Bryant (President’s Award), Elvis Costello (Songwriting), Delbert McClinton (Performance) and Maria Muldaur (Trailblazer). Mavis Staples …
Read More »Tenille Arts Will Make Ole Opry Debut on September 21st
Reviver Records artist Tenille Arts was headed out for dates in Pennsylvania and Ontario last week, when she was given the exciting news she’s been hoping would come for as long as she can remember. She will enter the sacred circle and make her Grand Ole Opry debut on September …
Read More »Cody Jinks Readies “After The Fire”
The independent grit of country music singer-songwriter, Cody Jinks, continues with the announcement of his new album After The Fire. Fresh off of his recent sold-out (in one hour) show at Colorado’s famed Red Rocks Amphitheater, Jinks is not wasting any time to follow up his 2018 album Lifers. After …
Read More »2019 Americanafest To Spotlight North Carolina
This year, the Americana Music Association® has selected the state of North Carolina as the regional music focus for its 20th annual AMERICANAFEST®, Sept. 10-15 in Nashville, Tenn. In partnership with the initiative Come Hear NC and Visit North Carolina, the destination music festival and conference event previews this special …
Read More »“Morris Higham Presents at The Bluebird Cafe” Raises $2500. For MusiCares
“Morris Higham Presents at The Bluebird Cafe” returned Tuesday, Aug. 6 to a sold out house. The second show in this year’s series featured Old Dominion’s Trevor Rosen and Matthew Ramsey along with pop artist Nick Luebke and country newcomer Chase Wright, both making their Bluebird Cafe debuts. Over $2,500 …
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