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HOMETOWN BAND TO TAKE STAGE AT HARD ROCK CALLING FESTIVAL ORLANDO, Fla., May 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Hard Rock International called on aspiring musicians around the globe to rock out for a chance at stardom through this year's Hard Rock Rising, the world's largest global battle of the bands competition. The Carnabys, from Hard Rock's hometown of London, answered that call beating out more than 12,000 competitors in this international battle! The Carnabys are now...
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Country Music Association announced today that Bobby Bare, "Cowboy" Jack Clement, and Kenny Rogers will become the newest members of the revered Country Music Hall of Fame. Rogers will be inducted in the "Modern Era Artist" category, while Bare will be inducted in the "Veterans Era Artist" category. Clement will be inducted in the "Non-Performer" category, which is awarded every third year in a rotation with the "Recording and/or...
PBS Memphis Soul Music Special with Queen Latifah, Justin Timberlake & Others WASHINGTON, April 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Legendary Soul Man(TM) Sam Moore will perform at the White House to celebrate the timeless classics of "Memphis Soul" as part of the Emmy Award-Nominated PBS Music Special IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE Series on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama will host the all-star concert, which will include performances by Sam Moore, William...
Exclusive Line of Men's Apparel Now Available at select stores and on belk.com CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 8, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Charlotte-based Belk, Inc., the nation's largest family owned and operated department store, is proud to announce that the exclusive menswear collection from NFL quarterback Cam Newton is now available in 133 Belk stores and on belk.com. This exclusive collection, MADE Cam Newton, offers fashion-forward, versatile, professional and sportswear apparel options...
Luke Bryan Named Entertainer of the Year, Miranda Lambert Evening's Most-Awarded Artist with 4 Wins LAS VEGAS, April 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Winners have been announced for the 48(th) ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, a star-studded ceremony broadcast LIVE tonight on the CBS Television Network from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Fans named Luke Bryan, Entertainer of the Year, the evening's biggest honor and his first win in that category. This year marked a record...
GARY ALLAN, FAITH HILL, SHANIA TWAIN, TRISHA YEARWOOD, CHRIS YOUNG AND ELI YOUNG BAND ADDED AS PRESENTERS ENCINO, Calif., April 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Country Music announced today GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter John Mayer to perform with Brad Paisley at the 48(th) ANNUAL ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS. In addition, country superstars Gary Allan, Faith Hill, Shania Twain, Trisha Yearwood, Chris Young and Eli Young Band have been added to present. The...
TELECAST TO AIR LIVE FROM MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA IN LAS VEGAS ENCINO, Calif., April 4, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Academy of Country Music and dick clark productions announced today that Awards co-host Blake Shelton will open the telecast with a can't miss exciting performance featuring co-host Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley on guitar, Sheryl Crow, and Pistol Annies, including Miranda Lambert, Ashley Monroe and Angaleena Presley. This marks the world premiere performance of "Boys...
The prescription-strength cough syrup has been linked to a number of fatalities and its growing popularity is cause for concern. Malibu, CA (PRWEB) April 02, 2013 Rap superstar Lil Wayne, also known as Weezy, was reportedly recovering in Cedar's Sinai after experiencing multiple seizures, according to a recent report in the LA Times, following an unsuccessful attempt to quit drinking the popular Southern concoction known widely as “Purple Drank.” A combination of soda, Jolly...
Legends from Country, Contemporary Christian and Gospel on tap during the next two months BREMEN, Ga., March 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Mill Town Music Hall is pleased to announce a lineup that is sure to encourage folks to come inside and out of the rain this spring. With legendary artists such as Travis Tritt, The Easters, NewSong, The Kentucky Headhunters and Mark Lowry - there is something for everyone to enjoy. Mill Town Music Hall focuses on wholesome, family-friendly music...
Fans are searching high and low for cheap Kenny Chesney tickets now that the star is embarking on his No Shoes Nation Tour for 2013. QueenBeeTickets.com is prepared for high ticket sales after reducing their pricing on these popular seats. Germantown, Wisconsin (PRWEB) March 16, 2013 Corona Light presents the No Shoes Nation Tour for 2013. Currently, 17 shows have been confirmed, and more concert dates will be added soon. Once the tour was announced, fans immediately began searching for...
