Kellie Pickler - Artist of The Month

With less than 25 days till the official release of  Kellie Pickler's 3rd studio album "100 Proof" Pickler will begin the next chapter of her country music career starting the new year celebrating her 1st year anniversary with husband Kyle Jacobs. The new year is shaping up well for Kellie and will continue on a high note. Promotion will soon begin for the album's release date, stay tune for the latest news and updates on January's artist of the month Kellie Pickler.

Country Music City Promotions Albums of 2011

 

Dolly Parton "Better Day"

Infused of traditional country music through and through from the prolific singer/songwriter. All 12 tracks were written by Parton,each song leaps off by bounds of joy,happiness and positivity. The album truly shows us Dolly Parton's true self. Each track specifically will have you listening wide open. The first track "In The Mean Time" makes the album what it is to it's powerful track and single "Together You & I". The iconic Parton is really all that and more on the track that best describes her best "Country Is As Country Does". There's a whole lot of country going on! Enjoy the ride!

 

Luke Bryan "Tailgates & Tanlines"
 From the big hit "Country Girl (Shake It For Me)" to "I Don't Want This Night To End" , Tailgates & Tanlines" hits all the right notes giving this album real country flare and appeal. Luke Bryan's southern twang will have you're heart melting on tracks such as "I Knew You That Way" and "I Know You're Gonna Be There" giving you the tender,compassionate side of Luke Bryan. Other tracks on the album include "You Don't Know Jack" and "Harvest Time" that which describe Bryan as the most genuine down to earth guy who grew up in rurual Georgia.  Luke Bryan is no flash in the pan, he gives his fans his heart and it shows on "Taligates & Tanlines".

Sunny Sweeney "Concrete"    

 A force to be reckoned with, Sunny Sweeney, the raw and true gritty voice sums up this album. A new comer to the Nashville scene in 2011 came from Longview, Texas. The play hard work hard kind of gal has it going for herself and this album shows it from the first hit single "From A Table Away" to the latest single "Drink Myself Single". Sunny may be all sunshine and smiles,but don't let that fool you, this new country goddess is good as golden and is proven to stick around in country music.

Vince Gill "Guitar Slinger"  

 It's not country music without Vince Gill, the blues, country christian roots make the man, a true humanitarian. "Threaten Me With Heaven" will have you singing praises to the darkened trouble of "Billy Paul" in which Vince's youngest daughter joins in, in chorus. "The Lady Sings The Blues" is without a doubt contagious,infectous and just might have you singing the blues. The lead off track Guitar Slinger sets the album as Gill's biggest album to date. Vince Gill fans will fall in love all over again on this album. Music hasn't died and Vince Gill is still on the journey in over more than a decade in country music.

On her 11th studio album Martina McBride truly soars on "One Night" which opens the album beautifully,taking you on a romantic joyful ride to the most stiring life lessons which McBride is no stranger to. The hit single "I'm Gonna Love You Through It" is just that in which navigates those who deal and live with cancer. I'm a strong believer anyone can over achieve and survive the obstacles. In "Teenage Daughters" McBride describes best teenagers will be just teenagers in any scenario. The album doesn't stop there,on the track "Marry Me" featuring Train's Pat Monahan, man meets woman, it's that feeling of falling in love at first sight making you feel absolutely beautiful inside and out. Martina McBride isn't slowing down,and eleven proves to be her best album to date. The album will simply have you singing along without skipping a single track,it's that well produced musically,visually and artistically.

Country's Women of 2011

photo credit to: taylorswiftsource,mirandadaily.com,carrieunderwood.org

What do Miranda Lambert, Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood have in common? These three ladies of country music have had a big year in 2011. Despite being out the spotlight for most of 2011, Carrie Underwood still sparkled on red carpet arrivals for many events and impressed fans on the collaborative efforts on Brad Paisley's latest album with the song "Remind Me"sending heatwaves through radio airplay being the most played song of 2011 and if that wasn't enough Carrie can add most beautiful to the list,making her Country's Most Beautiful Woman,and that's not all word has it Carrie has finished recording her 4th studio album and is expected for a 2012 release.
Miranda Lambert is on fire these days and what a year it's been, she's country music's reigning CMA Female Vocalist, Miranda even partnered with good friends Ashley Monroe and Angaleena Presley; the trio is better known as the Pistol Annies. The Annies debuted their album and went number 1 in it's first week release. Better yet Miranda tied the knot to the one and only Blake Shelton. This duo is the "IT"couple of country music these days,fans can't get enough of Miranda and Blake,and for the record Miranda released her 4th studio released album "Four The Record". I'd say Lambert-Shelton has a lot to be smiling about these days.
The unstoppable Taylor Swift made the books in 2011 as Entertainer of The Year and Billboard's Artist of the Year what a feat for the 22 yr.old. Swift toured the world relentlessly giving back to the fans and giving what she gives best, an electrifying performance every night to sold out crowds. That is not all, Taylor began writing for her next album throughout the crazy year of touring, which Swift is describing and hinting to fans as her most personal to date. Miss Swift is truly evolving into a beautiful woman before our eyes and ears, as we once remember Taylor's first #1 hit "Tim McGraw" in 2006.
Miranda, Carrie and Taylor will splash into 2012 on a big note and fans of these ladies will want to catch all the action.

Joyful Noise For Dolly Parton

photo credit to: Joyful Noise official web site.

For more on the film, actors, photos and synopsis you can visit the official web site right here;

Joyful Noise

One of the original ladies of country music, Dolly Parton has teamed up with Oscar nominee, rap & R&B queen, and cover girl spokesperson Queen Latifah for the new film Joyful Noise set to be released

January 13,2012. The film is set in the small town of Pacashau, Georgia and it's church choir. Joyful Noise will not only have you laughing in your seat you'll want to sing along and cheer on for the slapstick jokes from these funny ladies of music and film. It's been long over due for the country music icon,although Dolly will never see herself in that role,in her new role however will have you rooting for her all over again.

Set the date! Dolly fans and all music fans alike will enjoy what Joyful Noise has to offer.

Christmas Blessings

~ * A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS * ~

Country Music City is wishing everyone at CMT, GAC, The Boot, Taste of Country, Country Music Is Love, Lovin' Lyrics, Sony Music Nashville, BMI, Music City Networks (MCN) and to "ALL THE FANS" a bright,healthy,joyful Christmas season.

"Glory to God in the highest for all his blessings" - Shellie Palmer

Kellie Pickler Fans Are Getting 100 Proof

Kellie Pickler is 100 proof these days, she's truly found her way in country music, there's no stopping this young woman who we grew to love on American Idol in season 5. With 2 albums under her belt she's ready to release her highly anticipated third album "100 Proof" January 24,2012 and it looks that 2012 will be Pickler's year to truly shine. This holiday season Kellie has been everywhere, she joined her fellow country music peers in the 2nd annual CMA Country Christmas and joined Michael Buble on his very first holiday special, A Michael Buble Christmas will re-air on NBC Wednesday December 21st at 9pm EST,so if you missed it the first time this is your chance to see Kellie & Michael's performance of the traditional classic "White Christmas", you don't want to miss it. Kellie's Nashville home will be a nice feature this holiday season on an HGTV special airing on Christmas day, December 25th.

 You can now pre-order 100 Proof right here at Amazon.com, go ahead and pre-order Amazon Music and fans!, there's more when you pre-order the album through i-Tunes you get a digital download of  Kellie's  "100 Proof" and an exclusive video performance of "Unlock That Honky Tonk through The Official Kellie Pickler Site. Get Pickler!!

There's more Kellie Pickler fans!!!!  Keep checking back for the latest news,updates,tour dates and appearances to come.

Many Thanks To Fans & Country Music

It's been a huge year in country music and as we come to a close on 2011 I want to send everyone in country music and every fan out there who visit The Country Clutter Club, from the bottom of my heart thank you so very much for making the site a huge success. Without you I wouldn't be where I am now. For anyone and everyone who has a dream,make them happen and make it count. May you all have a blessed Christmas and a Very Happy New Year. 2012 will be a big year for everyone out there who indeed plan to travel,attend concerts and shows and pursue new adventures.  I'm dedicating The Country Clutter Club to CMT, GAC, Taste Of Country, The Boot, Country Weekly Magazine, Country Music Is Love, Keepin' It Country and to "YOU" THE FANS!!!

            ~*~ BIG SMILES & HUGS  ~*~

           Shellie Palmer

Miranda Lambert On Fire Tour Dates

On Fire Tour Dates

January 1,2012   BMO Harris  Bank Center Rockford, IL

January 13,2012 La Crosse Center La Crosse, WI

January 19,2012 Bojangles' Coliseum Charlotte, NC (rescheduled for January 25th)

January 20,2012 Rupp Arena Lexington, KY ( rescheduled for February 26th)

January 21,2012 Greensboro Coliseum Complex  Greensboro, NC
( rescheduled for February 19th)

January 26,2012 1st Mariner Arena Baltimore, MD

January 27,2012 John Paul Jones Arena Charlottesville, VA

January 28,2012 IZOD Center East Rutherford, NJ

February 2,2012 Von Braun Center Arena Hunstville, AL

February 3,2012 Tallahassee Leon County Civic Center Tallahassee, FL

February 4,2012 New UCF Arena Orlando, FL

February 16,2012 Mullins Center Amherest, MA

February 17,2012 GIANT Center Hershey, PA

February 18,2012 Covelli Center Youngstown, OH

February 21,2012 AT&T Center San Antonio, TX

February 23,2012 Macon Centerplex Coliseum Macon, GA

February 24,2012 North Charleston Coliseum North Charleston, SC

March 13,2012  Houston Rodeo Reliant Stadium Houston, TX

March 22,2012  Huntington Center Toledo, OH (presale begins 1-18-12 @ 10am)

March 23,2012  Dow Event Center Saginaw, MI

March 24,2012  KFC YUMI Center Louisville, KY

March 25,2012  Charleston Civic Center Charleston, WV

April 13,2012  Verizon Arena (formerly Alltel Arena)  North Little Rock, AR

April 15,2012  Mizzou Arena    Columbia, MO

April 19,2012  Bradley Center Milwaukee, WI

April 20,2012 Target Center   Minneapolis, MN

April 26,2012 Save Mart Center  Fresno, CA

April 27,2012 Shoreline Amphitheatre  Mountainview, CA

May 10, 2012 CenturyLink Center Omaha  Omaha, NE

May 12,2012 Gexa Energy Pavillion  Dallas, TX


May 17,2012  Tallahassee Leon County Civic Center  Tallahassee, FL

May 18,2012  Landers Center (formerly DeSoto Civic Center)  Southaven, MS

May 19,2012  Bridgestone Arena  Nashville, TN

June 14,2012  Nationwide Arena  Columbus, OH

June 15,2012  Riverbend Music Center  Cincinnati, OH

June 16,2012  Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre St Louis  Maryland, MO




Joining Miranda on her On Fire tour in 2012 Chris Young and Jerrod Niemann.
For more tour dates you can visist Miranda's official web site and ticketmaster.

( UPDATE! The NC dates and KY date have been currently rescheduled. )

Dierks Bentley Tour Dates

Dierks Bentley Tour Dates

February 2, 2012   Ryman Auditorium  Nashville,TN

February 4,2012 Hard Rock Cafe - Boston,MA

February 8, 2012  Bowery Ballroom  New York, NY

February 9,2012  Joe's on Weedstreet Chicago,IL

February 15,2012 The Center In Vancouver for Performing Arts Vancouver, BC

February 16,2012  Interior Savings Centre Kamloops, BC

February 17,2012  Prince George CN Centre Prince George, BC

February 19,2012 Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Edmonton, AB

February 21,2012 Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Calgary, AB

February 23,2012 Burton Cummings Theatre Winnipeg, MB

February 25,2012 AT&T Center San Antonio, TX

March 3,2012  Professional Bull Riders Dickies Iron Cowboy 111 feat.Dierks Bentley
                        Cowboys Stadium Arlington,TX

June 21,2012  Country Music Fest Cadott,WI (performance at 11pm)

"ALL" dates will be updated as more dates are announced, check back right here at The Country Music City Promotions.

Stay up to date on Deirks' tour dates through his official web site and at ticketmaster to order tickets.

CMT Music Videos of The Week

CMT is the place to see all the videos you want and this week see new videos for Jake Owen's "Alone With You", Luke Bryan's "I Don't Want This Night To End", and Toby Keith's holiday version of "Red Solo Cup" and while your there browse the site and vote for your favorite music video on CMT's Top 20.

My Kinda Party Tour Dates

My Kinda Party Tour Dates

January 20,2012   BI-LO Center Greenville, SC

January 21,2012  Crown Center Fayetteville, NC

January 22,2012  Amway Center Orlando, FL

January 22,2012  Amway Center Orlando, FL

February 2,2012 Chesapeake Energy Arena Oklahoma City, OK

February 3,2012  ASU Convocation Center Jonesboro, AR

February 4,2012 Assembly Hall Champaign, IL

February 16,2012  Resch Center Green Bay, WI

February 17,2012 Xcel Energy Center Saint Paul, MN

February 18,2012 UNI-Dome Cedar Falls, IA

February 23,2012 Von Braun Center Arena Huntsville, AL

February 24,2012 Bridgestone Arena Nashville, TN

February 25,2012 BancorpSouth Arena Tupelo, MS

March 22,2012  Wright State University Nutter Center Dayton,OH

March 23,2012 John Paul Jones Arena Charlottesville, VA

March 24,2012 IZOD Center East Rutherford, NJ



For more tour dates visist Jason Aldean's official web site and ticketmaster.

Brothers Of The Sun Tour Dates

Are you feeling the summer heat already? Chances are you're getting hot over one of the biggest tours of the summer, Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney are teaming up for the Brothers of the Sun tour. It's going to be a summer you'll never forget. Have you purchased your tickets? Act fast these tickets are going fast.
Stay tunned to CMC, Country Music City Promotions for the latest updates.

Tour Dates
June 2,2012 Raymond James Stadium Tampa,FL

June 3,2012 Georgia Dome Atlanta,GA

June 9,2012 Cowboys Stadium Arlington,TX

June 10,2012 Arrowhead Stadium Kansas City,MO

June 16,2012 Lincoln Financial Field Philadelphia, PA

June 23,2012 LP Field Nashville,TN

June 24,2012 Bank of America Stadium Charlotte, NC

June30,2012 Heinz Field Pittsburg,PA

July 1,2012 Paul Brown Stadium Cincinnati, OH

July 7,2012 Solider Field Chicago,IL

July 14,2012  Angel Stadium of Anaheim  Anaheim, CA

July 21,2012 Sports Authority Field At Mile High Denver,CO

July 28,2012 Lucas Oil Stadium Indianapolis, IN

July 29,2012 Cleveland Browns Stadium Cleveland, OH

August 11,2012 Metlife Stadium East Rutherford, NJ

August 12,2012 FedEx Field Landover,MD

August 18,2012 Ford Field Detroit, MI

August 24,2012 Gillette Stadium Foxborough, MA

August 25, 2012 Gillette Stadium Foxborough, MA

For more on the Brothers of The Sun tour visit ticketmaster Kenny's and Tim's official web site pages. Have fun fans!!

The Year In Country Music 2011



As we come to a close on 2011 let's look back on what was the best year ever in country music. Jason Aldean is rising to country music fame,but don't let that fool you, the My Kinda Party artist is soaking in what was the best year ever for him, his family and band. Winner of CMA's album of the year and musicial event of the year and ACA winner of album of the year. The party is just getting started, Aldean will ring in the new year on his first headling tour.2012 will prove to be another fantastic year for Jason Aldean and fans. Let's get the party started!

Taylor Swift keeps breaking charts and breaking hearts,not figurativly speaking. Swift still shows us how to run a business,this savy business woman released her own fragrance Wonderstruck, toured the world and still manages to keep a level head through it all. It's no wonder she's CMA's entertainer of the year and Billboards Artist of the year.This birthday girl will have a lot to celebrate on her 22nd birthday December 13th. In 2012 Ms. Swift will bring new music to her fans and has recently released a new song titled "Ours", a video for the song has recently been released to all major outlets. Taylor is all smiles these days.

Kellie Pickler, she's caught the eye of many and it shows, the recent newlywed, Mrs. Jacobs has been on the radar on many Christmas specials this holiday season and landed a role on the CW's 90210.
Picker-Jacobs is releasing her highly anticipated 3rd album January 24,2012 "100 Proof" and 2012 will be the year of the pickle. Pickler has toured 4 years with service of the USO, she is highly active and will surely make plans to ring in the new year with yet another tour overseas for our military men and women. For any updates and information on Kellie Pickler visist her official web site at The Official Kellie Pickler site and at Kellie Pickler Fans Site & Forum

Faith Hill is ready to make it back into country music after 6 years, the new single "Come Home" was released just this past November, fans can currently download the song on i-tunes. Hill will have new music and a new album to hit shelves in mid 2012. Lots of faith to come for all.

Rising star Sunny Sweeney has shown us the Texas honky tonker she is. Her debut album "Concrete" recieved rave reviews this year and is becoming a fast rising album in country music unless Scotty McCreey teen crazed fans pass it by.Not a chance,there's a lot of sun in Sunny's corner.

Rodney Atkins has found the beaten path in his career,the take the back road artist has flourshed musically and artistically in 2011. Atkins' music has speaken volumes to his fans, Farmer's Daughter, If Your Going Through Hell and Take The Back Road have all made an impact on those who follow the artist and his music.

Martina McBride and pro-active Breast Cancer Supporter released her 11th studio recorded album this year,she's been an embassador and leader for many beyond her music. Her voice is powerful for so much more. That true sense of self truly shows.


All of these artists and more,one I would not leave out, Toby Keith,the Red Solo Cup USO supporter and musician has paved the wave throughout the years. Keith is very much so our country music artist of the decade.

CMA Country Christmas Encore



Tis the season for bright shining stars, I'm talking about country music stars. CMA Country Christmas will be re-airing on Saturday December 17th at 9pm EST 8pm Central. This will give everyone the chance to see Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles host the 2nd annual event. Be sure to tune in to see your favorites, Kellie Pickler, Darius Rucker, Faith Hill, Rascal Flatts and more.

New Music Week

New in music this week, Taylor Swift, Jake Owen, Brantley Gilbert all release new music videos for their latest single releases. To the see these new videos visit CMT right here;CMT and be sure to request your favorite new song on radio.

Music Rolls On In 2012

Many artists are gearing up for the 2012 touring season, it's looking good fans, you'll be happy to hear Kenny Chesney and Tim McGraw are teaming up together for their "Brothers Of The Sun" tour,dates are yet to be announced,for the latest updates on Kenny and Tim you can visit their official web sites right here;
Kenny Chesney Tim McGraw Special Guests on The Brothers Of The Sun" tour Jake Owen and Grace Potter and The Nocturnals.

Billy Currington is super excited to be a headliner in 2012, this is a first for Currington, so excited infact he's taking his fellow label mates on tour with him, David Nail and Kip Moore. No love done gone for these men. It's gonna be a hot one!! Dates are yet to be announced/confrimed at this time, be sure to visit Billy's official web site for further updates.
Billy Currington


As Dierks Bentley wrap's up his "Country & Cold Cans" tour, he tosses in an added bonus touring Canada and Austraila in 2012 extending his recent wrap up of Country & Cold Cans which will begin
February 15,2012 in Vancouver, BC. Dates to are yet to come, visist Dierks official web site for the lates info.
Dierks Bentely

Jason Aldean has had a phenominal year in music and in touring, the "My Kinda Party" tour begins January 20,2012 in Greenville, South Carolina at the Bi Lo Center, Aldean was quick to announce his special surprise invitation, to have American Idol runner-up Lauren Alania to join him on tour in 2012, Alania accepted. Also on touring duties with Aldean is Aldean's buddy Luke Bryan. It's gonna be a real party on this tour.
Jason Aldean Luke Bryan Lauren Alania


The latest updates will come available in weeks to come,check back for the latest!!

A Merry Christmas For Country Music

Country music still shines on this holiday season for A Michael Buble Christmas, country star Kellie Pickler joins Michael among other artists and entertainers for the first time event in Buble's career. Pickler & Buble are set to perform the traditional classic "White Christmas". Tune in Tuesday December 6th at 8pm EST on NBC.

The Most Beautiful Country Women

In the newest issue of Country Weekly magazine on news stands now the 10 most beautiful are truly beautiful inside and out, these beautiful ladies all have their own appeal to fans, it's no wonder the fans had such a difficult task in voting.  New surprises this year on the top ten list.

1. Carrie Underwood

2.Katie Armiger

3. Lauren Alaina

4. Shania Twain

5. Reba McEntire

6.Whitney Duncan

7. Kellie Pickler

8. Terri Clark

9. Taylor Swift

10. Laura Bell Bundy

These fine women have made an impact in country music then and now and countinue to create a magic all their own. A huge thank you to all the fans who voted , to pick up a copy or order visit Country Weekly Magazine

CMA Country Christmas

photo credit to CMA's

Tune in TONIGHT Dec.1st  for the most exciting night in country music, Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles hosts the 2nd annual CMA Country Christmas on ABC at 9pm EST. 8pm Central. Listen to all your favorite Christmas songs performed by Sugarland, Faith Hill, Kellie Pickler, Vince Gill, Lauren Alania, Little Big Town, Rascal Flatts, Scotty McCreery,Darius Rucker and more.

Let the Holidays begin country style!!!

The Grammy Nominations

The news has hit the web folks and the nominations have been announced for the 2012 Grammy's.
The nominations were annnouced during the live telecast of the Grammy Nominations Concert Wednesday November 30th. Country music stormed through loud and clear dominating over the pop rock world in 2011,what a year it's been in country music. I'm retracting my blog due to the many sites that have the nominations listed giving just the fans what to look for here, for the 2012 Grammy's.
Jason Aldean, Taylor Swift, and Kenny Chesney BIG YEAR!! CONGRATULATIONS!!,recieving the most nominations. I'm so proud of the year Jason, Taylor and Kenny have had. The work,loyalty and dedication put in creativly for "you" the fans is well worth what they do. I always love to say,"it's about loving what you do and giving back to the fans,it's what makes an artist an artist". Other nominee's listed are Blake Shelton,Martina McBride, Carrie Underwood, The Band Perry, The Civil Wars, Thompson Square, Trace Adkins, Vince Gill, Eric Church, Lady Antebellum, George Straight, Emmylou Harris, Lucinda Williams,Allison Krauss & Union Station,Levon Helm,Jim Lauderdale, Steep Canyon Rangers, The Del McCoury Band,Ralph Stanley, Chris Thile, Gregg Allman and Steve Earle.

For more news and updates on the list of nominations feel free to visit my partner sites,   The Boot
Taste Of Country and CMT