Country Songs Made Famous By Other Artists

When it comes to country music we think instantly of the artist performing a song or songs recorded on an album, where do these songs come from?, it is the songwriters and producers that make it happen. Several songs are written a day, in most cases songwriters end up with more than 100 songs a year to count. 

I have dug deep into the country music vault and have found that these songs have made it into the albums of Kellie Pickler, Dolly Parton,  Faith Hill, Kenny Rogers, Martina McBride and JoDee Messina over the years. These songs were on the artists album released as singles to country radio that  left an impression on the artist or artists who re-recorded them that were previously recorded by their musical peers. These songs have been redefined and have made a staple in country music.


Kellie Pickler "Someone Somewhere Tonight"    
Kenny Rogers  
written by:  Davis Rains and Walt Wilkins


Faith Hill  "Piece of My Heart"      
Janis Joplin
Written by: Jerry Ragavoy


Martina McBride " (I Never Promised You A) Rose Garden"   
 Lynn Anderson
Written by: Joe South
Produced by: Glenn Sutton



Kenny Rogers  "Lady"  
Lionel Richie
Written and produced by: Lionel Richie



JoDee Messina   "A Lesson In Leavin'"  
Dottie West
Written by:  Randy Goodrum and Brent Maher
Produced by: Larry Butler



Dolly Parton  "Tracks Of My Tears"  
Smokey Robinson
Written by: William Smokey Robinson Jr, Warren Moore and Marvin Tarplin
Produced by: Smokey Robinson

Kip Moore Reveals New Single Young Love

Photo Credit Courtesy of UMG

Early this week singer songwriter Kip Moore reveals a preview of his brand new single "Young Love" to fans. What a better way to connect with fans other than through Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Kip's official website. To unlock a preview of the single your instantly entered to win a trip to Nashville to meet with Kip himself, and who wouldn't want to meet Kip Moore. Moore's sophomore album release is yet to be announced and as the single is yet to be officially released to country radio we can possibly expect a 2014 album release.

Do you feel the sense of young love, go to KipMoore.net and enter to win, you'll receive a preview of "Young Love".  Kip Moore Reveal and Win

Follow Kip on Twitter and Facebook. #hash tag YoungLove

@KipMooreMusic  Kip Moore Official  

Sarah Darling and Guy Penrod To Duet At 2013 Inspirational Country Music Awards

Sarah Darling photo credit to Marquee Public Relations

On Thursday October 24,2013 country artist,musician and songwriter Sarah Darling will join Guy Penrod  on stage at the 2013 International Country Music Awards  to perform "Knowing What I Know About Heaven", a song Sarah was moved to write in 2009 after her grandfather succombed to a serious illness. Written with Nashville writers Dave Robbens and Billy Austen Sarah released "Knowing What I Know About Heaven" on her debut album  Every Monday Morning in 2010. Later on former Gaither Vocal Band, international-known Christian recording artist Guy Penrod was compelled to record the song and was released on his top selling album Breath Deep. "Knowing What I Know About Heaven" is one of those songs anyone at any age would feel an instant connection to", Shellie Palmer of Country Music City Promotions explains.
This will mark a first for Darling and Penrod to perform together.

The 19th Annual Inspiration Country Music Awards will take place at Two Rivers Fellowship Opryland in Nashville, TN at 7 pm Thursday October 24,2013.

For the full list of the 2013 ICM Nominee's visit the page here
Faith Family and Country 2013 ICM Nominee's

Jessica Northey of Country Music Chat Takes Fans Into A Twitter Chat With Lee Brice Monday Oct.21st

Country artist, songwriter and musician Lee Brice is a triple threat in country music, with the hit singles

 "A Woman Like You","Hard 2 Love", "I Drive Your Truck" and his newest single "Parking Lot Party" one 

may feel threatened by his success, however that is not the case. Brice may not perform every song he's ever written or produced he sure has a good grasp on career and reality. As real and honest as Lee Brice is he sure stands firmly on who he is mistakes and all. In Monday night's +Country Music Chat ~ #CMchat+  twitter chat hosted by country music social media "IT" girl +Jessica Northey.  Brice and Northey bring the best out in each other on a professional level it's hard to fathom these two not getting along. On the contrary these two are much like two peas in a pod. What you see is what you get!

Northey asks Brice some hard hitting questions, though livens it up at times without the boring effect, among community fan questions from the fans themselves. Though at times questions and answers are run through quickly without a breath to stop and catch I was unable to comment on every fan question asked to Lee. With a possible couple community fan questions from Northey  and one that mainly come to mind is, what is your favorite Lee Brice song and why? As an answer I would give honestly is having a personal connection to the lyrics of a song and that one song is Hard 2 Love, I have my quirks and flaws yet still can be hard to love. Brice's easiness is as comfortable as it would be just being with family. Lee Brice is more than a country music star he's a pretty normal guy, down to earth and quite laid back.

Did you miss Monday night's twitter chat with Jessica Northey and Lee Brice?

Get the entire interview and chat right here.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 1: How did you get started in country music?
LB A 1: I decided it was what I wanted to do with my life and moved to Nashville.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 2: Was there ever a plan "B" or did you always want to be a musician?
LB A 2: Honestly music was always where my heart was.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 3: Who has had the biggest influence on your career?
LB A 3: That's a really hard one I have had a lot of really influential people in my life, but my parents, gospel, and Garth Brooks were a really big part of my beginnings. But I will say I just went to a Bruno Mars concert recently.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 4: What is your biggest pet peeve when you are on the road with other musicians?
LB A 4: I don't really have one. I'm pretty laid back.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 5:  How do you decided which songs to keep or give to another artist?
LB A 5: I write so many songs a year so there's plenty to go around but if one is just magical or personal I keep it. Although  I've given a few away that were tough to part with.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 6: What is your greatest accomplishment so far in regards to your career?
LB A 6: As a performer nothing better than the crowd singing back to you which isn't really on paper. It may not be my biggest accomplishment but it sure feels great every night.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 7: When your not doing music do you have any hobbies?
LB A 7: Spending time with my family. I don't get much time at home so when I do I try and make it special.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 8: What is something most people would be surprised to learn 
about you?
LB A 8:  I was in PentHouse magazine for the album launch and I was really worried my momma would be disappointed.

Jessica Northey #CMchat Q 9: Best advice you've ever received from anyone in the music industry and who was it?
LB A 9: Never stop loving it. From my friend and long time producer Doug Johnson.

#CMchat Q 10: What would you want fans to leave #CMchat knowing about you?
LB A 10: I'm real, I'm fun, and I'm real Fun!

Rising Artists Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches, Mark Wilkinson and NAfME Salute Music Teachers

Sarah Darling, Casey James, Striking Matches and Mark Wilkinson will perform at the opening ceremony of the 2013 NAfME National In-Service Conference at the Grand Ole Opry house in Nashville on Monday October 27,2013.

James who is best known for his days on American Idol season 9 has gone on to release his self titled debut album in March of 2012, touring across the country, releasing 3 singles "Let's Don't Call It A Night", "Crying On A Suitcase" and "The Good Life". Casey's love and passion for music and music education ring true for the musician who picked up his first guitar at the age of 14. "I really appreciate what music teachers are doing for aspiring musicians", he said. "Music is very important to me and I'm glad I can be a part of NAfME's conference". 

Photography credit to Sara Kauss

For Sarah Darling it is a huge honor who is named the 2013 recipient of NAfME's
"Stand For Music" award adds, "My 7th and 8th grade music teacher, Ms.Stephanie Rumple, was a great influence on me. It was her careful guidance and passion for the arts that started me on my musical journey. I feel like I owe her, and all of the music teachers out there who help preserve music in our schools a huge "thank -you', for all they do. This concert will hopefully resonate with them as our way of showing thanks for their work that sometimes goes unrecognized!" 

James and Darling will join their peers Striking Matches ( MTV, VH1, CMT's O Music Awards finalist) and Australian chart topper Mark Wilkinson ("Middle Ground", "All I Ever Wanted") to perform their fan-favorite songs in an exclusive intimate setting reserved for those who inspire students through music.

The concert at the Grand Ole Opry house is one of the many highlights planned for the four day NAfMe National In-Service Conference taking place from October 27th through the 30th, where the main theme centers around ways in which "Music Education Orchestrates Succcess"- in school, in work and in life.



Teachers and school administrators who attend will address the proposed re-authorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, gain new insights into how classroom teaching styles are being evaluated, attend targeted professional development workshops, and celebrate the achievements of some of the nation's most distinguished student musicians.

For additional information and to get involved with the 2013  NAfME National In-Service Conference direct yourself to the official website here
2013 NAfME National In-Service Conference

For media credentials upon request contact Nelson Duffle at NelsonD@nafme.org 
or Amanda French at amanda@marqueepr.com


There are several ways to get involved with NAfME, follow them on Twitter and Facebook and help make a difference in music education.
@NAfME  National Association For Music Education

WQMX 94.9 FM Akron's Country 14th Annual Bosom Buddies Benefit Raises Awareness

Bosom Buddies Benefit FM 94.9 WQMX Photo Credit: Country Music City Promotions

The real survivors are what it's about, those who leave an impact on us.  Tuesday night at the Tangiers in Akron, Ohio  lit it up pink for breast cancer awareness month honoring breast cancer and it's survivors, those affected by the disease. To kick off the 14th annual Bosom Buddies Benefit breast cancer survivor and country musician Sheryl Crow gave the crowd a warm welcome via video. Her message as touching as she is lit up the faces in the room. The night's festivities focused on raising awareness, early detection and prevention. The money raised from the event is donated to Akron General's muffin's for mammograms program in which provides free mammograms for women and men who can't afford them. WQMX Sue Wilson of Wynn and Wilson In the morning also program director of station began the program with honoring breast cancer survivors in attendance, these women in the room each received a rose from WQMX personalities Lynn Kelly and Sarah Kay courtesy of Pam's Posies, a sponsor of WQMX along with a special performance of America The Beautiful from Maria Rizzo, the daughter of WNOA vice president Domanic Rizzo, she's  a third year junior of the University of Akron, a mechanical engineer and a pulpit grad. Maria's performance was a special highlight of the evening along with the live and silent auction that was held to raise money for Bosom Buddies Muffin's For Mammograms. 

In it's 14 years Bosom Buddies continues to strive to support and dedicate themselves for the cause. Scott Wynn partner and co-host of Wynn and Wilson In the Morning through out the evening reminded folks to get their bids in on items for the auction. Items up for bid an autographed pink electric guitar signed by Miranda Lambert,  a signed Luke Bryan guitar, signed and autographed items from Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, Tyler Farr, Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow and many others among the stations sponsors Miller Bud Lite, Pam's Posies, Klaben Auto Stores, The Dusty Armadillo, Legends Sports Pub and Grille and more. The raffle of the evening a signed guitar autographed by Kellie Pickler herself, the winner of the guitar met with Kellie in receiving the signature, what a treat for the lucky winner. The combination of fundraisers through out the year makes it all possible for Bosom Buddies muffins for mammograms program. Every dollar raised is one step closer in helping women and men get treatment.

Pink electric guitar signed by Miranda Lambert

signed Luke Bryan guitar

The evenings main performances from artists Frankie Ballard and Kellie Pickler was nothing short of amazing, Ballard himself took his time to be a part of the event, his unselfishness was truly rewarded. A true showman Frankie performed his current single Helluva A Life among one titled Don't Take Much and a cover version of The Eagles "Ain't That America". Ballard's 15 to 20 minute set was refreshingly upbeat and harmonious. I'm sure looking forward to pushing his music in the coming months.
Kellie Pickler gives meaning to country music these days, her wit, sass and traditional sound are felt through her performances. New songs from her forthcoming album The Woman I Am were performed from "Someone Somewhere Tonight", "Ring For Sale" and "her brand new single "Little Bit Gypsy" among fan favorites  "Tough", "Makin' Me Fall In Love Again" and "Red High Heels". "My own personal connection to "My Angel" is a constant reminder of my childhood, my grandma and I use to sit on our front porch swing singing the hymns Amazing Grace and Jesus Loves Me, she taught me those songs, although she's no longer with us she would be proud how far I've come in my life, she knew of my talents, she saw it in me when many others didn't, I seem to always have to hold my composure when Kellie performs this song live", Shellie of Country Music City Promotions explains. Pickler's performance of "My Angel" had the room in a hush, many can relate to Kellie and her music as you may hear from fans. It wasn't only her own material she performed during the hour long set, Kellie covered the classics from George Jones "White Lightning",  Loretta Lynn's "You Ain't Woman Enough" and Tammy Wynette's "Stand By Your Man". For Pickler to be involved with Bosom Buddies hits close to home as she herself has been affected by breast cancer when her best friend Summer Miller was diagnosed in June of last year, Summer's journey has been Kellie's journey in which Kellie joined Summer in shaving their heads last year fighting it together. To have the support and encouragement from family and friends is so important to get through the struggle. Summer will finish chemo and treatments in November.

The evening was a successful one and I feel blessed to have been a part of the event as I myself am a survivor, a two time co-survivor. My own mom was diagnosed in 1993 and again in 2005. This past may a high school friend of mine Shelby was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer, she's currently finishing chemo and will begin radiation and reconstruction in the coming month. Every day someone is diagnosed with breast cancer and together we can fight the fight to make a difference.

Many thanks to 94.9 WQMX, the staff and it's sponsors to continue to bring awareness.

Keifer Thompson, Randy Houser and Craig Campbell Enlist For 3rd Annual No Shave November

Country artists Kiefer Thompson of Thompson Square, Randy Houser and Craig Campbell
have taken the pledge to not shave throughout the month of November for No Shave November in support of St. Jude Research Hospital. In it's 3rd year Music Row and country radio will join forces to grow beards in the no shave competition to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. It all began in 2010 as a light-hearted wager among 
co-workers at Warner Music Nashville who would stash their razors for the month of November in a friendly competition. The following year the stakes grew when Warner Music Nashville challenged music row and country radio to join the competition to raise money for the children of St. Jude Research Hospital.
A non profit organization, No Shave November was founded in 2009 in which donations are processed through the American Cancer Society that provides research and aid to those diagnosed with cancer. The money you would usually spend on shaving or waxing for the month of November goes towards cancer research, prevention and aid.

Start a team and help raise cancer awareness.



For how you can get involved with No Shave November
visit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
St. Jude No Shave November

The American Cancer Society Team Donation Page and Official No Shave November sites.
American Cancer Society Team Page  

No Shave November | Home page


For more on St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and how you can get involved visit the official website. Your donation of any amount make a real difference.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Artists Confirmed For Runaway Country 2014

Festivals are gearing up for 2014 and Melbourne, Florida Runaway Country has confirmed The Band Perry, Chris Cagle, Sarah Darling, LoCash Cowboys, Toby Keith, Joe Nichols, JT Hodges, Blackjack Billy, Gloriana, Charlie Daniels Band, Easton Corbin and Keith Urban for it's line up with more to come.

Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased here
Runaway Country Ticket Information

Runaway Country will run from Friday March 21,2014 through  Sunday March 23,2014 at Wickham Park.

Stay tune for the latest updates.

Music Producer Michael Knox Brings New Single To The ABC Hit Series Nashville

Left to right ABC’s "Nashville" Executive Music Producer Buddy Miller, Chris Carmack 

and Michael Knox.

Award winning producer Michael Knox has produced "What If I Was Willing" the next single to be released for the ABC television smash series Nashville, the new single will air tonight Wednesday October 9th at 10 pm / 9 pm CST.

Actor Chris Carmack who portrays Will Lexington on the series performed the single, 
co-penned by Randy Montana, Billy Montana and Brian Davis, this however isn't  the first time Knox has worked with the hit TV series, last season he co-produced "The Wrong Side" featuring Connie Britton and Hayden Panettiere with T-Bone Burnett, as well as "I'm A Girl" featuring Hayden Panettiere, Knox stated. “I had the privilege of cutting a couple things on the show last year and the producers called me this year and wanted to know if I wanted to be a part of it. It's a great experience and I loved the cast that I got to record with.” 

Fans can go to the ABC Music Lounge here to view an extended performance of the new song.  ABC Music Lounge "What If I Was Willing" Extended Performance



Michael Knox is best known for his production work with country artist Jason Aldean, recently celebrated his 12th number 1 with "Night Train".
Other noteable production credits include Busch Hawg, Rachel Farley, Trace Adkins, Thomas Rhett,  Big SMO, Kelly Clarkson, ( collaboration on "Don't You Wanna Stay,")
Ludacris ( collaboration on "Dirt Road Anthem,") Luke Bryan and Eric Church ( collaboration on "The Only Way I Know" w/ Jason Aldean) Montgomery Gentry, Randy Owen, Josh Thompson, Frankie Ballard,  Hank Williams Jr, Brother Trouble and Chuck Wicks, among others.


For more on Michael Knox visit the official website here:
Music Knox

2013 CMA Awards, Country Music Association Announces List of Performers

Photo credit to CMA, Country Music Association

Country music's biggest night is coming and hosting for the 6th consecutive year Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood Wednesday November 6,2013 at 8 pm EDT/ 7 CDT on ABC.
The country music association has announced and confirmed the following artists to perform at the 47th annual Country Music Association awards with more to be added in the coming weeks.

Jason Aldean
Luke Bryan
Little Big Town
Tim McGraw
Taylor Swift
Miranda Lambert
Blake Shelton
Keith Urban

Super Star Collaborations have been added to the growing list of artist performances. Vince Gill will duet with Taylor Swift and Alison Krauss.
Zac Brown Band is teaming up with Foo Fighters Dave Grohl.

There are more to come!

Stay tune to Country Music City Promotions for the latest additions.



Follow the Country Music Association on Twitter and Facebook here
@CountryMusic
CMA Country Music Association

Top 20 Country Songs of 2013

Country music these days is infused with contemporary modern sounds, it's wide range is diverse and much more versatile than in years past. Those traditional sounds we were once in love with are still there though we hear some contemporary infusion in the mix. 2013 has been a year of the traditional sound we grew up on, rising artists have brought back the honky tonk and the twang and our reigning country artists have grown musically.
Did you're favorite song of the year make the list?
Country Music City Promotions Top 20 Songs of 2013 are here.

1. Kacey Musgraves "Merry Go Round"

2. Kacey Musgraves "Blowin' Smoke"

3. Tim McGraw "Southern Girl"

4. Keith Urban "Little Bit of Everything"

5. Maggie Rose "Better"

6. Tyler Farr "Redneck Crazy"

7. Blake Shelton "Boys Round Here"

8. Dylan Scott "Makin' This Boy Go Crazy"

9. Carrie Underwood "See You Again"

10. Brad Paisley "Beat This Summer"

11.Florida Georgia Line "Get Your Shine On"

12.Brett Eldredge "Don't Ya"

13. Tim McGraw feat. Taylor Swift and Keith Urban "Highway Don't Care"

14. Luke Bryan "Crash My Party"

15. Toby Keith "Drinks After Work"

16. Craig Morgan "Wake Up Lovin' You"

17. Craig Campbell "Outta My Head"

18. Joe Nichols "Sunny and 75"

19. Thompson Square "If I Didn't Have You"

20. Laura Bell Bundy "Two Step"

Grand Ole Opry 5th Annual Opry Goes Pink

Photo Credit: Grand Ole Opry

On October 22,2013 LeAnn Rimes will flip the switch on the Grand Ole Opry's  signature barn in pink lights. Opry Goes Pink is in support of breast cancer awareness month. Rimes along with Mandisa, Natalie Grant, Lorrie Morgan and Pam Tillis will all perform for the cause. The night's activities are in recognizing breast cancer survivors. Christian artist Mandisa will make her grand ole opry debut, she will perform her current single "Overcomer"which shines the light on cancer survivors and those currently battling the disease.

In commemoration the special night and of the cause, $5.00 of every ticket sold to the Opry's 7 pm show will benefit Women Who Rock. Tickets for "Opry Goes Pink" are available at Grand Ole Opry Tickets

Learn how you can get involved with Women Who Rock here
Charter Women Rock

Kellie Pickler Readies To Release 4th Coming Album The Woman I Am November 11th

Photo Credited to Black River Entertainment

With any indication Kellie Pickler has seen 2013 fly by, after winning season 16's Dancing With The Stars, touring across the country she was hard at work creating new music, she released her first single "Someone Somewhere Tonight" in May, two months  later released a follow up single "Little Bit Gypsy" currently climbing the charts. Where does that leave Pickler for downtime, on the road or back in her Nashville home throughout the holiday season. Pickler better known as (Mrs. Jacobs) has found herself over the past 7 years, seeking closure and coming to terms  as the woman she is. Perfectly fitting the new album titled The Woman I Am shows Pickler's true colors, the woman she's grown into. The material enough as we've heard live is indication where Kellie has been and is and continues to be.

Live on Good Morning America Tuesday October 1st Kellie revealed the cover art for "The Woman I Am", and with her husband and songwriter Kyle Jacobs and her best friend Summer Miller who was diagnosed with Breast Cancer last year went pink as GMA began their campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Pickler performed "Don't You Know You're Beautiful" and "Someone Somewhere Tonight" before loosing her composure embracing Summer. These two faced the struggle together this past year when Kellie shaved her head in support of Summer.

In weeks ahead Kellie Pickler will campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness across North East Ohio visiting the Akron area October 15th and Loraine area October 9th  to Benefit 94.9 FM WQMX Your Station Your Country Bosom Buddies Benefit and 99.5 WGAR Guitars For Girls A Benefit Fundraiser Concert for The Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research, education, screening and treatment.
"Together we can make a difference one day at a time", Shellie at Country Music City Promotions explains. "I've been in this position since 1993 when my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer for the first time and again in 2005. A high school friend was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer this past May". I feel as if I've had to remain strong and really stand up for Breast Cancer Awareness for most of my life".
Along with Kellie Pickler, Summer and so many in this world continue to fight for a cause.

The Woman I Am is now available on Amazon for pre-order here
Kellie Pickler The Woman I Am

Download "Little Bit Gypsy" and "Someone Somewhere Tonight" on Amazon and iTunes

Amazon Music - Kellie Pickler "Little Bit Gypsy" MP3 Download

Amazon Music - Kellie Pickler "Someone Somewhere Tonight" MP3 Download

iTunes Little Bit Gypsy Kellie Pickler

iTunes Someone Somewhere Tonight Kellie Pickler


The Woman I Am will be nationally released November 11,2013.
The following track listing below with the full track list to come.

Stay tune to Country Music City Promotions for the latest.


The Woman I Am Track List
Little Bit Gypsy
Ring For Sale
Buzzin'
The Woman I Am
Closer To Nowhere
Selma Drye
I Forgive You
Bonnie and Clyde
Where Did Your Love Go
No Cure For Crazy
Tough All Over
Someone Somewhere Tonight

Kevin Fowler Named NRA Country Artist of The Month

Country star and outdoor enthusiast Kevin Fowler has been chosen NRA's country artist of the month for the month of October. Fowler who's released 6 albums to date, a compilation album and live album will release his highly anticipated  How Country Are Ya? album November 12th, his brand new single of the same name "How Country Are Ya?"is yet another milestone in his career. Fowler joins some of country music's biggest artists teaming up with NRA country to celebrate his support of our brave men and women in uniform, appreciation for the great outdoors, and love of family. 

As part of the October promotion fans can get NRA country connected automatically  to be registered to win a Kevin Fowler "Bubba Bundle" prize pack including;

autographed CD, beer belt buckle,kookie trio and flag.

Fans can also check out exclusive video footage and more at

NRA Country

My dad instilled in me the love of hunting and fishing at an early age. My mom gave me the gift of music. When I'm not on the road playing music you'll find me chasing deer, telling fishing lies or at the shooting range", says Fowler. "I'm just as passionate about the outdoors and the second amendment as I am my music.  They're all a big part of who I am. I'm Kevin Fowler and I am NRA Country".

Follow Kevin Fowler at his official website and twitter

Kevin Fowler Official Website

@KevinFowler

Follow NRA Country on Twitter and Facebook

@NRACountry   

NRA Country

Pre-order the brand new album here, due out November 12th

How Country Are Ya?

Kellie Pickler and Frankie Ballard Join WQMX 94.9 Bosom Buddies Benefit

Photo credit to WQMX 94.9 FM

Ohio turns pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month in October and 94.9 FM WQMX  Your Station Your Country Akron's Country is holding their 14th annual Bosom Buddies benefit. Proceeds from the event will benefit Akron General's  Muffins for Mammograms program which provides mammograms for women and men who can't afford them.

For anyone who's been affected by breast cancer we're not alone, Bosom Buddies is generated to help support the cause of Breast Cancer Awareness.

The 14th Annual Bosom Buddies will take place Tuesday October 15,2013 at

Tangiers Restaurant and Entertainment center with musical guest performances by country artists Kellie Pickler and Frankie Ballard. Pickler herself has experienced the life changing event when friend and sister Summer Miller was diagnosed with breast cancer just over a year ago at the age of 36. Both Kellie and Summer are continuing inspirations how we come together to make a difference and fight the fight.

Tickets are currently on sale that include dinner, a raffle, a silent live auction and concert at $50.00.

To purchase tickets visit the WQMX Studios at

1795 West Market St.

Akron, Ohio 44313

during business hours Monday through Friday  from 8 am to 5 pm.

For more information and how you can get involved with Breast Cancer Awareness and Muffin's For Mammograms visit the sites here.

Information, Awareness and Donations - National Breast Cancer Foundation

Akron General - Women's Health - Muffins For Mammograms

Casey James Wows Crowd At Dusty Armadillo Winter Concert Series 9-28-13

Country Music City Promotions, Shellie Palmer

Undeniable passion and soul filled the Dusty Armadillo Saturday September 28th, with his return to the Dusty stage Casey James is the epitome of  a musician, his eyes widen and he who takes great joy playing for a crowd. By the number of the crowd, the ladies of the night swoon over James that find him gushing. James' musicality is one for the books and the musicians that take the lead in the band Jeff Brown, Dino Villanueva and David Kurrasch are one fine oiled machine. Through out his hour set James performed his single hits "Let's Don't Call It A Night" and "Crying On A Suitcase" including his current single "The Good Life". From the crowd's excitement new material is performed "Nothing Like You",  "A Woman's Touch" and "Get On The Road" along with others that still have me re-listening to videos. Oozing soul and blues in "A Girl Like You" and "A Woman's Touch" is feeling James' fire beneath the surface. It is no doubt James fuels his passion for music. The energizing "Get On A Roll" is fist pumping as Dino describes fist pumping to get the crowd in doing just that. On the ever sweet and ever soulful "So Sweet" generates heat from the ladies making temperatures rise in the building. Not one minute does James feel to look out in the crowd, holding his hands to his head to also brushing the hair away from his face. It was from the solo leads from each member that truly left me feeling each and every one's passion from the stage, you don't get passion like that, it it either already instilled in you, in your veins or not at all. Without a doubt these men have real passion. At one point throughout the set Casey reminds the crowd to really get into it to even having them sing with him, fan interaction is key, and it was right on, James was impressed. At times James pulls in the guys for some musical interaction, players together are a force to be reckoned with.

It wasn't until  Casey performed "Drive", "Working On It" and "She's Money" that would send the crowd into a manic frenzy. At that moment felt like a British invasion going on, was I morphed back into the 60's with the Beatles, I truly felt the floor shaking beneath me. It was an experience I will never forget. As the hour began to wind down I felt the urge to swipe the sweat rolling down my face trying to keep my clothes from sticking to me and brushing the hair away from my face. Before the closing number Casey tells the crowd he would stay behind to meet with everyone, sign photos and take pictures, what a gentleman. Pure, honest, passionate Casey James gives good meaning to country music and his growing fan base, this is what it's about. You'll find me at future shows.


For more on Casey James, follow him on Twitter and Facebook.
Get the latest updates, events and appearances at his official website and stay tune to Country Music City Promotions for the latest club dates.

@CaseyJames  

Casey James

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The 2013 NAfME National In Service Conference to Feature Guest Artists Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches and Mark Wilkinson

Casey James, Sarah Darling, Striking Matches and Mark Wilkinson will take part in the 2013 NAfME National In Service Conference this October at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center October 27th through October 30th.The event will start on Sunday the 27th with a concert at the historic Grand Ole Opry House with Casey, Sarah, Striking Matches and Mark Wilkinson. Then on Monday  the 28th at 10 am CDT Mayor Karl Dean will give the keynote address on the "Music Makes Us" initiative currently being implemented in Metro Nashville Public schools. "Music Makes Us" introduces new curriculum and technologies to improve traditional band, orchestra and choir programs. "We  are well on our way to ensuring Nashville has the best best music education programs in the country", says Mayor Dean, who is scheduled to participate in an education panel discussion immediately following his keynote address. Also on that Monday a Songwriters In The Round will take place with legendary writers Gordon Kennedy and Wayne Kirkpatrick followed by the "Give A Note Foundation Extravaganza" at the Wildhorse Saloon featuring a performance from Sarah Darling, the recipient of the 2013 NAfME "Stand For Music" award. Proceeds from tickets purchased will support NAfME's "Give A Note Foundation" which has distributed $1 million to struggling music education programs. On Tuesday the 29th at the Gaylord Opryland Resort NAfME will present a special collaborative performance of the new stage musical based on the Disney film "Tarzan", local Nashville talent will  take to center stage as members of the student body at Siegel High School (Murfreesboro, TN) join forces with the Nashville Symphony Orchestra Eden Espinosa (WICKED, Broadway "Elphaba", RENT, Broadway "Maureen" and many other talented cast members. Tickets are still available at this time.


The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is among the world's largest arts organizations and is the only association that addresses all aspects of music education.




Get the full agenda for the 2013 NAfme National In-Service Conference here
2013 NAfme National In-Service Conference Agenda

See the full list of events for the 2013 NAfme National In-Service Conference here
2013 FAfme National In-Service Conference Events
To register for the conference visit the website here
2013 NAfme National In Service Conference Registration

Stoney Creek Artist Randy Houser Has No Limits To Songwriting, The New Single Goodnight Kiss Is No Exception

Courtesy of Stoney Creek Records

The written word brings passion yet power to a song, there is no doubt Randy Houser will continue to bring us hit single after hit single. "Goodnight Kiss" the brand new single from Houser's critically acclaimed How County Feels has no signs of slowing down. The production and writing of this album exudes honest to the core passion lyrically, it is traced from the songwriting team alone. Where that leads "Goodnight Kiss" on country radio no one can tell this early on, indication from the singles "Runnin' Outta Moonlight" and "How Country Feels" and it's impacting in country radio are only a fraction of highlights at this point for Randy Houser musically and professionally. "Goodnight Kiss" expressed early interest on Sirius XM The Highway's rotation long before it's country radio release date. The mid tempo love song is fresh, it's catchy hook will have you embracing the song and it's story line, any fan can relate to. Written with Rob Hatch and Jason Sellers,  Randy has a solid grasp on creating fine music, "Goodnight Kiss" is a prime example of that.
Now available on country radio with a lyrics video to follow "Goodnight Kiss" is heading in good directions.

Stoney Creek records embraces it's artists and in recent news Randy Houser is in excellent company.  Find out what Stoney Creek has to say here at the official website
Stoney Creek Records - News


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Download "Goodnight Kiss" on Amazon and request on country radio today.
Amazon - Randy Houser Goodnight Kiss

Dusty Armadillo Winter Concert Series 2014

Country music's hottest little night club the Dusty Armadillo is well on set for another year of concerts and it will be a jammed packed year of returning artists as well as rising artists coming out of Nashville and beyond.
What can you expect? A whole lot of country music concerts, rising star showcases and more. Get the full line up and stay tune to the Dusty Armadillo and Country Music City Promotions for the latest.

All concerts are Saturday's at 10:00 pm EDT unless otherwise stated.
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Must be 18 or older.
Purchase tickets at the Dusty Armadillo here
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2014 Winter Concert Series

A new year and country artists are lining up for the 2014 winter concert series at the Dusty Armadillo in Rootstown,Ohio.
Find out who's coming and don't forget to get your tickets for a show.

1-11-14  Eric Paslay w/ Bush Hawg  tickets $12.00 (tickets go on sale 11-30-13 at 10 am EST)

1-18-13  Josh Thompson  tickets $18.00  (tickets go on sale 12-7-13 at 10 am EST)

2-1-14  Chris Janson  tickets $10.00  (tickets go on sale 12-14-13 at 10 am EST)

2-7-14  Chase Rice  tickets $15.00  (tickets go on sale 12-21-13 at 10 am EST)

2-13-14  Eric Church  Listen and Win at 94.9FM Akron's Country for tickets

2-22-14  Neal McCoy  tickets $20.00  ( tickets on sale now!)

2-27-17  Thomas Rhett with Jon Pardi  SOLD OUT!

3-1-14  Charlie Worsham  tickets $10.00 (tickets go on sale 1-18-14 at 10 am EST)

3-8-14  Frankie Ballard  tickets $10.00  (tickets go on sale 1-25-14 at 10 am EST)

3-14-14  Will Hoge  tickets $10.00  (tickets go on sale 2-1-14 at 10 am EST)

3-29-14  Parmalee  tickets $17.00  ( tickets go on sale 3-1-14 at 10 am EST)