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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 17, 2015) – Another week, another reason to celebrate for breakout Country rockers A Thousand Horses. And it seems like it’s been a non-stop celebration for months now. Just seven days after their debut album SOUTHERNALITY was released, their first single “Smoke” has officially been RIAA-certified GOLD. SOUTHERNALITY also debuts at No. …

A THOUSAND HORSES’ CHART-TOPPING HIT “SMOKE” OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED GOLD Read More »

Randy Howard, 65, was mortally wounded in the shootout at his home according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). Howard was a member of the ‘Outlaw’ country movement that rejected Nashville’s polished music in favour of a more raw sound. He had shared the stage with the likes of Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and …

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Country singer Jim Ed Brown’s funeral took place at the Ryman Auditorium on Monday. He was remembered by his friends and fellow musicians as a friendly, kind and helpful man. Brown died on Thursday after being diagnosed with lung cancer last year. The service for Brown featured several musical performances. The Oak Ridge Boys sang …

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NASHVILLE – Backstage during CMA Music Festival’s closing night, Keith Urban and CMA Chief Executive Officer Sarah Trahern presented Brad Paisley with the CMA International Artist Achievement Award. “Brad is such a tremendous ambassador for Country Music around the world,” said Trahern. “His undeniable talent, wit, and charm transcend borders and speak to the heart …

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NASHVILLE – CMA and the CMA Foundation unveiled its new “Music Education Matters” campaign today during CMA Music Festival and announced that superstar Keith Urban will be the first national ambassador for the program, which provides musical instruments and teaching support to programs serving inner-city youth. “Music is not only powerful, it’s magical,” said Urban. …

CMA FOUNDATION “MUSIC EDUCATION MATTERS” INITIATIVE TAPS KEITH URBAN AS A NATIONAL AMBASSADOR Read More »

Purbeck Valley Folk Festival is overjoyed to announce that its final headline act for 2015 is Hot Rize. This is bluegrass royalty! Hot Rize represents a far-reaching set of talents including national radio host (Forster), Grammy-winning Americana icon (Tim O’Brien), bluegrass’ foremost teacher (Pete Wernick) and bluegrass’ most-awarded guitarist (Bryan Sutton). Its longevity spans more …

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The Americana Music Association and the GRAMMY Museum are continuing their successful partnership to produce a series of programming in Los Angeles as a part of the museum’s educational mission. These programs are moderated by VP of the GRAMMY Foundation and MusiCares, Scott Goldman, and produced by GRAMMY Museum Director of Public Programming and Artist …

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Sidmouth FolkWeek returns for eight days of summer, seaside festival fun from July 31 – August 7, in its idyllic setting amongst East Devon’s red cliffs. This year the festival has an ear to the past, and an eye on the future! Building on the success of last year’s Diamond Anniversary celebrations, the quality bar …

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