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Top 10 Super Country Hits - February 25th, 2007 - 7th Survey - Fifth Year
songs rated based on points system from radio and tv play
Artist/Song
* 1 - Keith Urban - Stupid Boy
* 2 - Trace Adkins - Ladies Love Country Boys
* 3 - Kellie Pickler- Red High Heels
* 4 - Jason Michael Carroll - Alyssa Lies
* 5 - Brooks & Dunn-Hillbilly Deluxe
* 6 - Martina McBride - Anyway
* 7 - Rodney Atkins - Watching You
* 8 - Ashley Monroe - I Don't Want To
* 9 - George Strait - It Just Comes Natural
* 10 - Carrie Underwood/Before He Cheats
Hot Rising Single
Taylor Swift - Teardrops On My Guitar
Keep An Eye On Single
Maggie Austin - Georgia Clay
InProcess - Borderlands Podcast - (do not need an iPod to listen to this
podcast)
www.theborderlands.podomatic.com
Week of February 26, 2007 Officially Declared Nashville's "Country Radio
Week"
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (February 15th, 2007) - For the third consecutive year,
Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. Ž has received a resolution declaring the
week of February 26, 2007 as "Country Radio Week" in Nashville. The
resolution was filed by Nashville Councilman Charlie Tygard and was approved
by the Council of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson
County.
This honor was established to help recognize the Country Radio Seminar Ž
(CRS) and its reputation as a unique radio educational forum. CRS has been a
staple in the Country music industry for 38 years and is a vital informative
factor for the Country radio format.
The resolution states, "Country radio promotes Nashville tourism daily by
broadcasting information about our city and its attractions. Country radio
is also the primary medium for the exposure of Country music, an endeavor
that employs many Nashvillians as artists, writers and producers. Country
Radio Seminar will bring together Country radio professionals from all
across America together with attendees from the Country music industry."
CRB Executive Director Ed Salamon notes, "It is significant that Nashville
continues to recognize, through this proclamation, the importance of Country
radio to the general economy of the city, through its impact on the music
business."
CRS-38 provides continuing education for industry professionals, artists,
programmers, promotions and sales executives and media. In addition to
programming and promotion panels, research presentations, artist showcases
and discussion forums, the CRS-38 agenda will focus on industry issues
which impact Country radio sales and programming departments and all facets
of the Nashville record industry.
CRS-38 will be held February 28 through March 2, 2007 at the Nashville
Convention Center. Complete seminar information may be obtained by
contacting CRB, Inc. at 615.327.4487 or by visiting www.crb.org. Country
Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc.
Laura Bryna Wows Station with Make A Wish Composition New Single, "I Don't
Have A Thing To Wear" Impacting Radio Now
Nashville, TN - New Equity Music Group recording artist Laura Bryna made
quite an impression on staffers at KKWF/The Wolf in Seattle during a recent
station visit where she debuted her new single, "I Don't Have A Thing To
Wear." During a discussion about the station's upcoming radiothon supporting
the Make-A-WishŽ Foundation on February 23, Laura mentioned her longtime
involvement with the charity, which began when her brother was seriously ill
and in a coma at Children's Hospital in Washington, D.C. years ago. She and
her mother would visit her brother at the hospital every day, and during
those visits Laura noticed many big celebrities coming to visit sick
children and inquired about the organization. She and her mother both became
devoted to the foundation from that point on, and Laura later co-wrote a
song called "Make A Wish" about the cause. The Program Director and Music
Director at KKWF were so impressed with Laura's heartfelt passion for the
foundation and the song she wrote, they invited her to tell her story and
perform the song on tape to air during their upcoming radiothon.
". . . her passion for Make-A-WishŽ and her song "Make A Wish" are perfect
for our radiothon," said KKWF Music Director, Valerie Hart.
Laura's new single, the sultry "I Don't Have A Thing To Wear," is currently
causing quite a stir at radio. The song scored a very high 71% on Blair
Garner's After Midnite, and had the largest spin increase last week,
according to Country Aircheck. The song was penned by Monty Holmes and Monty
Criswell, and she'll film her very first video for the tune later this
month. Currently visiting radio stations all across the country, Laura has
been busy gearing up for the release of her new album on Equity later this
year.
Contact-
Misty N. Hurt
SPLASH! Public Relations
mi...@splashpublicity.com
For artist downloads, please visit - www.splashpublicity.com
Alberta Born Leah Durelle is 'Not Sorry' to be Climbing Nashville Charts
With three previous albums under her belt, Canadian teen, Leah Durelle
released '9 Days in Nashville' in late 2006.
The first single from the CD, "I'm Not Sorry" recently leapt into the top
30% of the Music Row Chart, jumping to #64 this week, placing Leah's song
ahead of several country artists such as Vince Gill, Kelly Pickler, Jimmy
Wayne, Daryl Singletary and Taylor Swift. The song charted aggressively on
New Music Weekly's Up & Coming Chart with 1,049 spins in the first week.
"Very nicely produced pop-country. She sings with verve, and the melody is
just yummy."
Robert K. Oermann, Music Row Critic
The album was given the honor of "CD Spotlight" on award-winning internet
radio station, IradioLA and according to station manager, Mark Maverick, it
is a "tremendous effort in traditional and pop country. It's a hit all
around."
"What a brilliant voice . The whole album is just superb!" - Peggy MacNeil,
Isles Radio
Leah is set to perform at the 2007 North American Country Music Association
(NACMAI), Int'l Annual Awards in Pigeon Forge, TN on March 10th. Being a
previous award winner, she is returning this year as a featured entertainer.
In 2003, she was named Best Female Vocalist, Best Female Entertainer and
given the award for Best CD . all at the tender age of 11.
Leah was a past Northlands Park Country Vocal Spotlight winner and is a
Global Country Heritage Foundation alumni along side artists such as
Samantha King, Brett Kissel, Tiffany Dowhan, Michael Carey and Aaron
Goodwin.
This Canadian Teen is making a mark in Nashville and the USA and I'm sure
she is definitely 'Not Sorry' if climbing the Nashville charts is an
indication.
Canada should be proud of the accomplishments Leah has achieved and the
charting position that's she's been able to attain as a Canadian and an
Independent artist. To make it as an artist in the American market is quite
a feat and Leah is doing it.
Leah is one of Canada's best kept secrets...
For more information please Contact:
Management - JR Music
780.995.2807
jer...@shaw.ca
Claire Ratliff, Laughing Penquin Publicity
Nashville, TN
615.476.3200
laughin...@comcast.net
Website: www.leahdurelle.com and www.myspace.com/leahdurellemusic
EPKs: www.sonicbids.com/leahdurelle
MTM Artist Showcase
This years Artist showcase for music industry will be held on Thursday June
7th at the legendary Douglas Corner Cafe'.This showcase features only
artists that are affiliated with or have appeared on a past M-T-M radio
Sampler CD's... Invitations Will be sent to Record labels, management
companies, producers, Publishers and other music row industry folk... It
will be Emceed once again by GAC hot pick artist Pete Schlegel and co-hosted
by TBA (ie: country legend or current industry pro).. ,
We are just starting the Artist selection phase for the showcase, As you
know, in the past years the industry turn out was really great..(Folks from
Curb, Creative Artist Agency and numerous management and labels, and
publishing affiliates were on hand) The feedback I got was it was the best
multi-artist showcase that several industry people had ever been to.. This
year I am hoping for the same thing..
The artist selection for the showcase will be made from a list of qualified
artists.. The selection for performers will be based on recommendations from
a couple friends of mine from the industry.. I will sit down with them and I
will present them with bios, websites and of course I will play them a
couple tracks..( basically we will be looking for artists that will be of
major industry interest ) This selection will be held within the next
month.. 8-10 artists will be selected to be in the showcase.. Upon selection
for the showcase I will notify you either way.. If you are selected the cost
for the showcase is $150.00 US... This is to help cover advertising costs
(Booklets, artist compilation sample CD, color postcard invitations, color
posters, emails, etc) and rental of the night club etc.. The fee is to be
paid upon selection to be in the showcase, or your slot will be given to
another artist.
*The showcase will consist of each artist performing 2 songs.
**Absolutely no tracks or karaoke songs, this is a live showcase...
***a few past performances have included Townsend & O'Donnell(just signed a
major deal with loften creek records), Pete Schlegel(signed with Bobby
Roberts) Clear Blue 22 (Signed with Bobby Roberts and currently produced by
Ted Hewitt(rodney atkins producer) Willie Mack (staff writer Ole Music and
top performing artist) to name a few...
Anyway, if you are interested in possibly being in the showcase I need to
know ASAP so I can get your stuff ready for review..
Mark Trail
Mark Trail Music
707 18th Ave South Suite 4
Nashville TN 37203
E-mail: mtr...@marktrailmusic.com
Website: www.marktrailmusic.com
My Space Web: www.myspace.com/marktrailmusic
CRB, Inc. Announces Artist Participants for Country Radio
Seminar-38 Artist Radio Taping Sessions
Nashville, Tenn. (February 19, 2007) - Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. is
dedicated to providing radio industry professionals with an educational
seminar that looks at the current issues facing country radio through it's
annual Country Radio Seminar. CRS-38, set for Wednesday, February 28 through
Friday March 2 at the Nashville Convention Center, will be no different,
with numerous sessions, panel discussions, research presentations, and
classes scheduled. In addition the seminar will also offer ample networking
opportunities, like Artist Radio Taping Sessions as well as an array of
talent and entertainment for its attendees, with both intimate settings and
large music productions.
"The Country Radio Seminar offers numerous opportunities for the Country
radio industry," R.J. Curtis, President of CRB, Inc. said "Although its main
goal is to educate professionals and executives every year on the changing
climates of Country radio, the seminar is also designed to include great
networking opportunities and entertainment."
The Artist Radio Taping Sessions (ARTS) sponsored by SESAC, is one of the
many event highlights for all radio registrants each year at the seminar.
The two sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, February 28 from 11:00 a.m. to
12:20 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 3:50 p.m. in the Renaissance Ballroom of the
Nashville Convention Center. Top country artists will be available to record
program liners and station id's during the two time slots, helping to close
the gap between Country radio and its hit-making artists.
In recent years, there have been a surge of bright young stars emerge onto
the Country music scene. Several of these will attend this year's taping
sessions including Keith Anderson, Jason Michael Carroll, Blaine Larson,
Jimmy Wayne, Taylor Swift, Dusty Drake, Danielle Peck, Jack Ingram, Cole
Deggs & The Lonesome, Ashley Monroe, Bomshel, Miranda Lambert, Jeff Carson,
Blue County, Carolina Rain, Sarah Buxton, The Wreckers, Jake Owen, Jason
Aldean, Keith Bryant, Kellie Pickler, Rodney Atkins, The Lost Trailers,
Little Big Town, Eric Church, John Berry, Chris Young, Todd Fritsch, Trent
Tomlinson and Bucky Covington.
In addition there will be many artists appearing who are familiar faces at
the sessions as they have participated over multiple years. These artists
include Darryl Worley, Neal McCoy, Lonestar, Craig Morgan, Jamie O'Neal,
Van Zant, Bryan White, Sonny Burgess, Steve Holy, Sugarland, Jo Dee Messina,
Hank Williams Jr., Clay Walker, LeAnn Rimes, Mark Wills, Carolyn Dawn
Johnson, Marty Raybon, Josh Gracin, Josh Turner, Billy Currington, Andy
Griggs, Little Texas, Aaron Tippin, Sara Evans, Tracy Lawrence, Blake
Shelton, John Anderson, Big & Rich, Carrie Underwood, Pat Green, Gretchen
Wilson, Montgomery Gentry, Rick Trevino, Clint Black, Jeff Cook, Emerson
Drive and Joe Nichols.
The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. is a non-profit organization founded in
1969 to bring radio broadcasters from around the world together with the
Country Music industry for the purpose of ensuring the continued vitality of
the Country Radio format. They do this by idea sharing and education through
an annual convention called the Country Radio Seminar. Complete seminar
registration and hotel information may be obtained by contacting CRB, Inc.
at 615-327-4487 or by visiting www.crb.org. On site registration is now
available. Country Radio Seminar is a registered trademark of Country Radio
Broadcasters, Inc.
Jokers Wild Band
The Jokers Wild Band has released their debut original single "And the
Rain." "And the Rain" can be found on CDX #416 track 11, CDTEX, Mark Trail's
comp disc, and March's Hot Disk (Europe).
"And The Rain," a hard driving country power ballad, was written by
keyboardist Buck Aaron Thomas and lead guitarist Gary Zaiontz. "If you have
ever had a major fight with the one you love, then had to stay awake late
into the morning hoping that they would come home, all of which during a
monstrous thunder storm, then this is your song!" says Buck.
Jokers Wild's release of the single "And the Rain" is the result of one
complete year of recording, fine tuning, mixing and mastering. "We like to
refer to this recording as the place where high quality Texas Music meets
Nashville Recording Standards", says Gary Zaiontz. "Some have said that the
song is actually a rock power ballad cleverly disguised as a country tune.
However it comes across to the listener, few can argue with the hard-hitting
emotional power of its lyrics. If you have ever waited up late at night
during a rainstorm for the one you love to call or come through the door,
this is your song! We took great care to construct it with amazing sounding
instrumentation and screaming seamless vocal harmonies. It just had to be as
perfect as we could get it!"
The Jokers Wild Band, a 6-piece country / rock band, was formed in the first
quarter of 2002, and has since entertained thousands of audience members
throughout the larger Texas dance hall circuit. In 2006, Jokers Wild
performed at the Toyota National Sales Convention held at the Joe and Harry
Freeman Coliseum, in San Antonio, Texas. Jokers Wild was honored to be asked
to perform among a distinguished prior head of state, as well as such
legendary nationally recognized talent and comedic celebrities.
"Gaining a strong presence in the international radio market, and attracting
a well funded indie or major label are both very daunting tasks, even for a
well established regional performance band like Jokers Wild", says Buck
Thomas. "With over two full length albums of our own great original material
ready to follow this release, and the continued love and support of our
families and loyal fans, I figured we stood as good, if not a better chance
of making the cut as anyone else!"
For a copy of "And the Rain" as an MP3, photos, or to schedule an interview,
please contact Laura Claffey with Wildfire Publicity at
wildfire...@comcast.net or 615-825-0019. "And the Rain" is also
available on the Wildfire download page. Radio is encouraged to also contact
Airplay Specialists.
Wildfire Publicity
Wildfire...@comcast.net
PO Box 558, Smyrna, TN 37167
Phone: 615-825-0019; Fax: 760-437-4633
http://www.wildfirepublicity.net
CRS Interviews
Bryan White, John Berry, Maggie Austin, Big Rain, Skyla Spencer, & Leon
Seiter will all be available for interviews at CRS in Nashville. Contact
Laura Claffey at Wildfire...@comcast.net to schedule a time slot!
Bryan White
. released Out of the Storm & Christmas cds late 2006
. single on All Gone Fishin' compilation cd
. started production company
www.BryanWhite.com
John Berry
. booking Love Songs Tour
www.JohnBerry.com
Maggie Austin
. current single "Georgia Clay Road" on New Music Weekly & Music Row charts
www.MaggieAustin.com
Skyla Spencer
. Armed Forces Entertainment Tour in December
. current single "One More Chance"
www.SkylaSpencer.com
Big Rain
. completely redesigned website
. awarded 2006 Best Vocal Group of the Year by IndieWorld; nominated for
2006 Crossover Artist of the Year by New Music Weekly
. upcoming single "Can't Take That"
www.BigRain.net
Leon Seiter
. released "I've Seen the Devil Have His Way" in January
www.LeonSeiter.com
contact -
Wildfire Publicity
Wildfire...@comcast.net
PO Box 558, Smyrna, TN 37167
Phone: 615-825-0019; Fax: 760-437-4633
http://www.wildfirepublicity.net
InTune Entertainment Launches
Diverse Trio Creates New Artist Management Company
Nashville, Tenn.-Three music industry veterans-Lee Pharris, Lee Willard and
Jeff Catton-have joined forces to launch InTune Entertainment, a
full-service artist management company. The trio has a diverse background
with a wide range of experience including work in booking, tour management,
radio, publishing, sponsorships, festivals and record labels.
"I've known Lee Willard for years and he's known Jeff for years," says
Pharris of the decision to form InTune Entertainment. "All three of us think
outside the box and we like that maverick spirit. Individually some
opportunities were beginning to come our way and we were bouncing ideas
around, trying to help one another. We realized there's a lot of truth in
that old 'strength in numbers' saying. So we joined forces and are excited
about the future of InTune Entertainment."
Willard says, "Working in radio and with Bill Anderson, I learned the
importance of talent and quality. Not only do I believe in the talents of my
partners, but also the projects we'll be bringing to the country format are
world-class. We don't have to say much more because the music will speak for
itself."
"We're a fiscally sound and operationally strong company," says Catton. "We're
in this for the long-haul. All of us understand the intense work and
long-term commitment it takes to launch an artist. The artists we're working
with understand that as well and they are incredibly driven and motivated."
Offices for the new company are located at 19 Music Square West, Suite E,
Nashville TN 37203. The company's phone number is 615-301-1822. E-mails are
leeph...@intuneentertainment.com and leewi...@intuneentertainment.com.
Artist signings will be announced shortly.
Lee Willard is a radio veteran with five years on air experience for The
Cromwell Group. He moved to Nashville to become Bill Anderson's tour manager
and later become a part of Anderson's highly successful publishing company.
In 2005 he began managing Anderson's song catalog and pitching songs. Over
the years he's worked with some of the top artists in the music business
including Keith Urban, Loretta Lynn, Brad Paisley and Mark Wills.
Lee Pharris is a 24-year music industry pro with a strong background in
booking and tour management. As a booking agent he booked Barbara Mandrell,
Earl Thomas Conley, Dan Seals and more. He's been a tour manager for Terri
Clark, Shenandoah, Exile, Clay Davidson and Anthony Smith. He previously
served as artist manager for Grammy-nominated producer and recording artist
Charlie Kelley (formerly of The Buffalo Club).
Jeff Catton is a highly successful entrepreneur who runs real estate and
healthcare management firms. He serves as President/CEO of Southern
Healthcare Resources, Inc. and is a partner in Lakepointe Commercial
Development Company. He's a former music club owner (Uptown Music Café,
Georgia) and festival promoter (Mission Music Festival, Jasper Jam). He's
currently President of American Roots Records, an independent record label
based out of Georgia.
LONESTAR 'SPIN & WIN' FOR CHARITY!!!
Country Group wins over $140,000 for charity
Nashville, TN - Pat Sajak and Vanna White welcomed many of country music's
hottest and brightest stars to 'spin' the Wheel of Fortune last week.
Everyone from Wynonna to Montgomery Gentry to Lonestar appeared to raise
money for their charity of choice.
Lonestar's Richie McDonald was the big winner on Wednesday night when he
spun and won $61,000 for St. Judes Children's Hospital. Thursday night
Lonestar's Michael Britt went to the bonus round and raised $59,350 for
Adopt A Platoon (adoptaplatoon.org). Lonestar's Dean Sams and Keech
Rainwater both took their shot at the wheel, and although they did not get
to the bonus round.they did bring home $10,000 each for their charity of
choice.
Wheel of Fortune worked in conjunction with the Country Music Association
(CMA) to feature top name country artists for the exciting week of shows.
Additionally, the CMA provided exciting prizes for the week of shows
including a trip to the 41st Annual CMA Awards in Nashville and a trip to
the CMA Music Festival in Nashville.
Wheel of Fortune, which has ranked as television's #1 syndicated series for
89 consecutive sweeps ratings periods, marked the beginning of its 24th
season on September 11, 2006. With over 46 million viewers a week,
syndication's longest-running, most successful series continues to attract a
larger audience than most primetime TV shows.
Brandon Fox joins the team of Webster & Associates Public Relations!!!
Brandon Fox most recently served as the day-to-day contact for Trick Pony
while employed at Graham Artist Management. During her stint at Graham
Artist Management, Brandon was responsible for scheduling, press activities,
and radio relations. Brandon will work in a publicist capacity handling a
variety of Webster clients.
Contact information is:
Brandon Fox - bra...@websterpr.com
Webster & Associates Public Relations
PO Box 23015
Nashville, TN 37202
TANYA TUCKER signs with Webster & Associates Public Relations!!!
Kirt Webster, President of Webster & Associates Public Relations is pleased
to announce that multi-platinum, award-winning songstress Tanya Tucker has
signed with the agency for media representation.
Leon Seiter
Leon Seiter has released Christian country single, "I've Seen the
Devil Have His Way," off of his In the Shadows of a Honky Tonk cd. Leon, who
wrote the song, says "I heard Kris Kristofferson sing a song about drinking
the Devil's beer for nothing, and I thought I'd write a song about the
Devil!"
Leon has been singing in honky-tonks since the early 60's. This
traditional country artist began receiving national attention in country
music circles when his record, Sentenced to Live, received national airplay
in the United States, Canada, Germany, and France. Leon has since had five
nationally charting singles, including "You Can Always Count on Me", "Love
Is Just a Game", and "Under You Spell Again" from his current album, In the
Shadows of a Honky Tonk.
Leon Seiter has had the pleasure of opening major concert tours across
the nation with several top entertainers in the world of country music, such
as George Jones, Hank Williams Jr., Porter Wagoner, Tanya Tucker, Tom T.
Hall, Tammy Wynette, Mel Tillis, Loretta Lynn, Little Jimmy Dickens, and Tex
Ritter. Citing Hank Williams, Ernest Tubb, Marty Robbins, and Johnny Cash as
his inspirations, Leon's songs of pain, sorrow, love, and country life are a
refreshing addition to the country pop artists on today's country radio.
Leon's wit and charm has landed him on countless television and radio
talk shows, including The Ralph Emery Show. It also aided in his induction
in to the Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame in June of 2000 and the
America's Old Time Country Music Hall of Fame in 2004.
For a copy of "I've Seen the Devil Have His Way" as an MP3, photos, or
to schedule an interview, please contact Laura Claffey with Wildfire
Publicity at wildfire...@comcast.net or 615-825-0019. "I've Seen the
Devil Have His Way" is also available on the download page and on the latest
HMG compilation.
Wildfire Publicity
Wildfire...@comcast.net
PO Box 558, Smyrna, TN 37167
Phone: 615-825-0019; Fax: 760-437-4633
http://www.wildfirepublicity.net
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Merle Barnes
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