Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Top 20 Country Albums of 2014


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2014 was a prominent year for the men of country music, yet the women were just as much on top. The combination was hot, so how could one narrow the list? Not a problem as country music city promotions gives you the top 20 country albums of 2014.



1. Eric Church The Outsiders

2. Carrie Underwood  Greatest Hits


3. Miranda Lambert Platinum 


4. Tim McGraw  Sundown Heaven Town


5. Luke Bryan  Crash My Party


6. Blake Shelton BRINGING BACK THE SUNSHINE


7. Little Big Town  Pain Killer

8. Eric Paslay 


9. Florida Georgia Line  Anything Goes


10.  Madie and Tae  EP


11.  Sara Evans  Slow Me Down


12. Lucy Hale Road Between

13. Sunny Sweeney Provoked

14. Lady Antebellum  747


15. Garth Brooks  Man Against Machine


16. Brad Paisley  Moonshine In The Trunk


17.  Rascal Flatts  Rewind

18. Terri Clark Some Songs

19. Chuck Wicks  Us Again

20.  Sammy Kershaw   Do You Know Me: A Tribute To George Jones

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Top 15 Female Country Songs of 2014



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2014 was the year of bro country in which the men of country music took the reigns on the charts. So where does that leave the women of country music? These top 15 women of country music made leaps and bounds through out 2014 giving the men something to talk about. These singles made news and the charts on music row.


1. Carrie Underwood "Something In The Water"

2. Maddie and Tae "Girl In A Country Song"

3. Sunny Sweeney "Bad Phase"

4. Sara Evans "Slow Me Down"

5.  Maggie Rose "Girl In Your Truck Song"

6.  Leah Turner "Take The Keys"

7.  Maggie Rose "Better"

8. Kristen Kelly "Kiss By Kiss"

9. Taria  "Who's Cryin' Now"

10. Amy Rose  "Sunshine"

11.  Terri Clark "Some Songs"

12. Jana Kramer "LOVE"

13.  Kristy Lee Cook "Wherever Love Goes" feat. Randy Houser

14.  Lucy Hale "You Sound Good To Me"

15. Katie Armiger "Safe"



Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year From Country Music City Promotions

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From across the country may the spirit of the Lord be with you this Christmas and always as he is the reason for the season. Don't loose sight of our Lord Jesus Christ, may he continue to live through you. As we move forward into the new year may peace and comfort reflect your current or on going situation as we all search for peace, comfort and joy in our lives. You are the reason for what I do to bring to Country Music City Promotions.
 

Country Music City Promotions will return in 2015 with bright and bigger announcements, news, updates and all things country music at the  official website.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A VERY 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!


All My Blessings
Shellie Palmer


Country Music City Promotions Top 20 Christmas Songs




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Christmas is that time of year of spreading great cheer, listening and singing along to some great classics to celebrating the birth of Jesus.It wouldn't be fitting without the top 20 Christmas songs to hit airwaves. What could they be? Many are traditional and some are brand new classics that will never go out of style from the country artists we love to hear to more mainstream classics and some with a country twist. These are Country Music City Promotions Top 20 Christmas songs.



1. Burl Ives " A Holly Jolly Christmas"

2. Nat King Cole " The Christmas Song"
3. Burl Ives  " Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer"
4. Alvin and The Chipmunks "The Chipmunk song (Christmas Don't Be Late)"
5. Sara Evans "O Holy Night"
7. Casey James "I Like Christmas"
8. Kellie Pickler "The Man With A Bag"
9.  Martina McBride "White Christmas"
10. Faith Hill "Where Are You Christmas"
11. Jewel "Hands" (Christmas version)
12.  Kellie Pickler "Santa Baby"
13. Dolly Parton "Hard Candy Christmas"
14. Bing Crosby "White Christmas"
15. Brenda Lee "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree"
16. The Eagles "Please Come Home For Christmas"
17. Celine Dion " The Magic of Christmas (God Bless Us Everyone)
18. Carrie Underwood " Do You Hear What I Hear"
19. Amy Grant "Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song)"
20. Brad Paisley "Santa Looked A Lot Like Daddy"

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Country Music City Promotions Wishes You and Your Family A Happy Thanksgiving


At this time of year we are thankful for the many blessings in our lives. Remember to be thankful every day, enjoy what you have in life, it is so precious. Cherish the times you have with family and friends.
May you have a wonderful Thanksgiving .

All My Blessings to the fans, followers, and everyone at +CMT 

Shellie Palmer and Cassandra McKown at Country Music City Promotions

Thursday, November 20, 2014

Thankful Thursdays at Country Music City Promotions

We're merely one week away till Thanksgiving Day and not only in the spirit of the holiday season I want you the fans, followers and industry insiders to know how greatly I appreciate you.

Every Thursday from now up until Christmas will be Thankful Thursday's  in which I will post  a comment or message on Facebook, Twitter or G+ what I'm thankful for.  I encourage you to post a comment on what your thankful for.

May it not only be just during the holiday season to be thankful.


Your's Truly
Shellie Palmer
COUNTRY MUSIC CITY PROMOTIONS

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Rising Female Artist Kristen Kelly Named CMT's Next Women of Country

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Kristen Kelly the voice as big as Texas continues to flourish in country music and is CMT's Next Women of Country 2014. The soulful riveting voice of Kelly strikes a cord with female and male listeners in country music. Kelly's brand new single "Kiss By Kiss" continues to flourish in country radio at Sirius XM The Highway and airwaves across the country. What's next for Kelly? An album in the making, the Patio Party Stage It series ( online shows) for fans and a product line and more to come for the budding female vocalist.
We'll even see a brand new music video coming soon for the single "Kiss By Kiss". Kristen's star keeps on shining and making memories.

For more on Kristen Kelly, follow Kristen at Twitter and on Facebook, visit the official website here.

@KristenKelly

Kristen Kelly

Official - Kristen Kelly




Monday, September 15, 2014

Chris Young Headlines Sold-Out Show In Fort Worth, TX



September 15, 2014 - Nashville, TN - Chris Young proved the age-old adage that everything is bigger in Texas when he headlined a sold-out show at Billy's Bob Ft. Worth over the weekend to a capacity crowd of nearly 6,000 fans. The date marks his second sold out show at the venue and his first play in the market in nearly three years.

"Billy Bob's is one of my absolute favorite venues to play" shares the 29-year old RCA Records artist. "I always say I love playing anywhere in Texas and that goes double for this venue. I'm so happy to get to play for another sold out crowd in Fort Worth/Dallas."

"The World's Largest Honky Tonk is almost too small to contain Chris Young's talent," shares venue President Concho Minick. "Sellouts are becoming the expectation as are knock out shows."

Young returns to the road this weekend with headlining dates in Frederick, MD, Hampton Beach, NH, Newport, RI, Webster, MA, and Bloomburg, PA, and will rejoin the Riser Tour with Dierks Bentley for shows in Cincinnati, OH and Nobelsville, IN the following weekend.

"Lonely Eyes" is the third single from his current album A.M. The album has already yielded the Gold certified, sixth chart-topper, "Who I Am With You" and Top 5 hit and Gold certified single "Aw Naw." Join the conversation with Chris Young's more than 2.1 million followers on FacebookInstagram and Twitter and get tickets to catch him on tour at www.chrisyoungcountry.com.

Saturday, September 13, 2014

From the voice that gave you Western Avenue's chart-topping single,"Wherever You Are", comes Nikki English's impeccable debut solo single "Follow Your Heart"

When Canadian Singer-Songwriter Nikki English lost her father and largest supporter to cancer in 2001, English struggled with the loss but eventually used his passing as a catalyst to spark her whole hearted pursuit of a career in music. When the same tragedy struck longtime friends of English, her previous life challenges prepared her for inspirational action.

After years of babysitting children from a neighborhood family, English remained close to the family and children long after babysitting age. After the tragic passing of their father, English attended the funeral where both children gave moving speeches and played songs as an ode to his frequent encouragements to live their dreams. English knew she needed to find a way to reach out to them. That evening she penned her new solo single, 'Follow Your Heart,' and in no time had it recorded and shared it with the family.

"It was important to me that I do this. Losing my father was painful but it gave me the courage and fire to do what I really wanted to do. I wanted them to know that your loved ones are never really gone. Your life is simply a living tribute to their memory and to truly follow your heart is the best tribute you can give," says English.

Now with a new single on the horizon, English who has spent the last few years in successful rising Canadian Country Trio Western Avenue and is excited to step away from the group for a short time to release this moving and deeply personal song as a solo artist.

With stirring vocals and uplifting production "Follow Your Heart," reminds listeners that your loved ones are always close by- in your heart. Released to iTunes presale September 2nd with official release on September 30th, 2014. https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/follow-your-heart-single/id914091832

Learn more about Nikki English here:

Twitter: www.twitter.com/nikkienglish
Facebook: www.facebook.com/nikkienglishmusic
Website: www.nikkienglish.ca


Chris Young Makes Generous Donation To Nashville School Of The Arts

Pictured left to right: Dr. Gregory Stewart (Executive Principal, NSA),Chris Young, Brandon Mimms (NSA student), Sara Sparks (NSA Student), Kara Kindall (Theater Chair, NSA) Wells Adams (Lightning 100 on-air personality and NSA Presents moderator)

Photo Credit: Edwards Photography Studios

Nashville, Tennessee...September 9, 2014...Murfreesboro native and RCA Records Nashville singer/songwriter Chris Young visited Nashville School of the Arts (NSA) to take part in its student produced program, "NSA Presents." Young, a YoungArts alumni and US Presidential Scholars in the Arts recipient while a student in Middle Tennessee, held true to a promise made earlier this year. At the program's opening, Young made a presentation of his own, donating $30,000 to Nashville School of the Arts to help update the school auditorium. NSA is the only arts magnet high school within Metro Nashville Public Schools, offering its students the "rare combination of rigorous, college preparatory curriculum instructed with intensely focused instruction in the performing or visual arts."

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

The 48th Annual CMA Awards Announcement: And The Nominees Are......


Earlier today during the 8:30 am segement on Good Morning America Darius Rucker and Little Big Town announced the 48th Annual CMA Awards nominees with a CMA Awards Press Conference held at 10 am EST the Association provided the full list of nominees in radio broadcasting and in music via Live Stream. The program shed light on music education and a donation to Save The Music. It was with great pleasure Nashville continues to support music education for children across Tennessee. Every child needs a form of music in their growing lives to better enrich their creativity and express themselves. I'm a continued support of music education.

Many thanks to the Country Music Association

The nominees are in and Miranda Lambert leads with 9 nominations

For more on the 48th Annual CMA Awards visit the official site here


Country Music News Events Industry Updates from The Country Music Association In Nashville


Single of The Year
"Automatic"  Miranda Lambert produced by Frank Liddell, Chuck Ainlay and Glenn Work - RCA Nashville

"Drunk On A Plane" Dierks Bentley  produced by Ross Copperman, Jarren Johnston, Arturo Buenahora, Jr. - Capitol Records

"Give Me Back My Hometown"  Eric Church produced by Jay Joyce and Arturo Buenahora. Jr -  EMI Records Nashville

"Meanwhile Back At Mama's"  Tim McGraw  produced by Byron Gallimore and Tim McGraw  - Big Machine

"Mine Would Be You"  Blake Shelton  produced by Scott Hendricks
Warner Bros./Warner Music Nashville


Music Video of The Year
"Automatic" Miranda Lambert - directed by Trey Fanjoy

"Bartender" Lady Antebellum  - directed by Shane Drake

"Drunk On A Plane" Dierks Bentley - directed by Wes Edwards

"Follow Your Arrow" Kacey Musgraves - directed by Kacey Musgraves and Honey

"Somethin' Bad" Miranda Lambert duet with Carrie Underwood 
directed byTrey Fanjoy



Song of The Year
"Automatic"  Nicolle Galyon, Natalie Hemby, and Miranda Lambert

"Follow Your Arrow" Kacey Musgraves, Brandy Clark, and Shane McAnally

"Give Me Back My Hometown" Eric Church and Luke Laird

"I Don't Dance" Lee Brice, Rob Hatch, and Dallas Davidson

"I Hold On" Brett James and Dierks Bentley



Vocal Duo of The Year
Dan+Shay
Florida Georgia Line
Love and Theft
The Swon Brothers
Thompson Square


Female Vocalist of The Year
Miranda Lambert
Martina McBride
Kacey Musgraves
Taylor Swift
Carrie Underwood


Male Vocalist of The Year
Dierks Bentley
Blake Shelton
Keith Urban
Luke Bryan
Eric Church


Vocal Group of The Year
Eli Young Band
Lady Antebellum
Little Big Town
The Band Perry
Zac Brown Band



Entertainer of The Year
Luke Bryan
Miranda Lambert
Blake Shelton
George Strait
Keith Urban


Album of The Year
Crash My Party  Luke Bryan - produced by Jeff Stevens - Capitol Records Nashville

Fuse  Keith Urban - produced by Benny Blanco, Nathan Chapman, Ross Copperman, Zac Crowell, Mike Elizondo, Dan Huff, Jay Joyce, Stargate, Keith Urban, and Butch Walker
Capitol Records Nashville

Platinum  Miranda Lambert - produced by Frank Lidell, Chuck Ainlay and Glenn Worf  - RCA Nashville

Riser  Dierks Bentley - produced by Ross Copperman, Jaren Johnston and Arturo Buenahora Jr.  - Capitol Records Nashville

The Outsiders  Eric Church  - produced by Jay Joyce and Arturo Buenahora Jr.  - EMI Records Nashville




Musical Event of The Year

"Bakersfield"
Vince Gill and Paul Franklin
Mercury Records

"Meanwhile Back At Mama's"
Tim McGraw featuring Faith Hill
Big Machine

"Somethin' Bad"
Miranda Lambert duet with Carrie Underwood
RCA Nashville

"We Were Us"
Keith Urban featuring Miranda Lambert
Capitol Records Nashville

"You Can't Make Old Friends"
Kenny Rogers duet with Dolly Parton
Warner Bros./Warner Music Nashville



Musician of The Year

Sam Bush (Mandolin)
Jerry Douglas (Dobro)
Paul Franklin (Steel Guitar)
Dan Huff (Guitar)
Mac McAnally (Guitar)

Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Country Music City Promotions Moves To An Official New Location

COUNTRY MUSIC CITY PROMOTIONS HAS MOVED!!

Yes, it's true Country Music City Promotions has a brand new home site and the move has come recently.

Through out the month of August COUNTRY MUSIC CITY PROMOTIONS will bring  up to date news, photos and images, album reviews and so much more.

Head over to the brand new COUNTRY MUSIC CITY PROMOTIONS Official site
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and YouTube for even more.

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Friday, August 1, 2014

Jana Kramer Takes Canton,Ohio To New Heights At Pro Football Hall Of Fame Ribs Burn-Off Concert

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As we approach summer ending football season is beginning with festivities and events during Pro Football Hall of Fame week in North East Ohio's Stark County region of Canton,Ohio.  During the annual festivities in Canton artists and acts come from across the country to perform through out the weeks events. On the very last day of July, Thursday evening's nightly concert welcomed actress, rising country star Jana Kramer who's most notably recognized from the popular CW hit show One Tree Hill. Kramer who released her self titled debut album in 2012 received a gold certification within the year and topped the charts with her first single "Why Ya Wanna" with the follow up singles "Whiskey" and  "I Hope It Rains" all performed during the  hour and a half set, including "Goodbye California" and "I Won't Give Up" from the album. Miss Kramer's enthusiastic charm, yet potty mouth brought a wide diversity of fans young and old out to the Stark County Fair's Ribs Burn-Off to hear the voice music row calls electrifying, a twist of country and alternative rock combined. Jana's presence was known during the opening performance of "We Will Rock You" getting the crowd hyped to sing along.Early on Jana and her band joked how wonderful the air smelled of BBQ. "I'll love you forever if you can get me a slab of ribs", she explains. Kramer's alternate ego stands corrected during the performance, covering Alanis Morrisette's "You Oughta Know",  the sultry angst suits Jana's musical styling. Among the mix of  cover tracks from Shania Twain, Gnarls Barkley and Garth Brooks it was however the cover of Lorde's "Royals" that truly struck a cord with fans, myself included. The deeply dark beautifully written song broke records earlier this year becoming the fastest rising single to date in Billboard history. Jana's cover of "Royals" blew all exception out the window for the budding country star who masterfully sang it to Lorde vocally. Jokingly enough someone from the audience brought Kramer her wish of some delicious ribs to her. "Mmm, these are so good, thank you for these", she said. Jana jokingly laughs, "Should I give the band some?" The standing crowd encourages her and through out the set pauses to feed her fellow guitarists. At one moment during the show Kramer  receives the loudest boo from the crowd explaining she's a Michigander, originally from Michigan moved to LA when first starting out in her career. "I'm just a mid west girl, I was like a fish out of water, I don't wear high heels on the beach", she explains. "I'll always be a mid west girl". The most enduring moment through out the set Jana taking selfies with the crowd of fans showing love in all directions. "On this next song I want all of you to pull out your phones and put it on reverse mode, the side you see yourself. This song means so much and really puts things in perspective. This is LOVE  out now at radio."  Giving fan love through the standing crowd, lights were flashing and smiles grinning. Every fan wanted their moment with Jana. Exciting enough Kramer announced her brand new album will soon be released, looking at a possible late September early October release. Kramer previewed several to be included on the sophomore album performing "Don't Touch My Radio", "Pop That Bottle" and "All That I've Got To Give". Leaving the show on a high note Kramer's encore performance of her debut single "Why Ya Wanna" had the crowd singing every note every word. "You ROCK Canton,Ohio!", she exclaims. "I want to see all your beautiful love, I want to meet you I'll be signing after the show."  Jana Kramer certainly rocked Canton,Ohio in style and in flare wearing a brightly pink top,leopard print spanx with her rockin' heel boots. Kramer didn't disappoint and gained new fans across North East Ohio.

For more on Jana Kramer follow on Twitter and Facebook here

@kramergirl

Jana Kramer


Friday, July 11, 2014

July Sizzles With New Music: Coming To Country Radio



RPM Entertainment

Maggie Rose returns with new music and the sound couldn't sound sweeter than having some women empowerment."Girl In Your Truck Song" reminds women listeners wanting some attention in a male dominated world. Put me in a truck with the windows down, a touch of freedom and a good ole country song fits the bill. "Girl In Your Truck Song" tackles what country music has come to, bro-country as we call it these days over powering airwaves. Here's a song women will resonate with the next time they take a ride down those old dirt country roads. The buzz is hot and Roses' fierce anthem comes at a much needed time.


"Girl In Your Truck Song" was sent to country radio earlier this week and  now available for download on iTunes

Girl In Your Truck Song Maggie Rose | iTunes






DMG Nashville
Rising country star in the making Lucy Hale debuted her brand new album Road Between in June, the first single "You Sound Good To Me" went straight to the top of the digital charts with indication the follow up single impacting radio July 21st "Lie A Little Better", which Hale debuted at her Grand Ole Opry debut weeks earlier was excited to announce the new single, days later made her debut single performance on Good Morning America. The up tempo track has the pure making of country music hip to the bone.



"Lie A Little Better"  is available on Amazon and iTunes here


Amazon

i-Tunes






Sony Nashville/RCA
The follow up to Sara Evans chart topping hit single "Slow Me Down" from the album of the same name comes at a time needed. "Can't Stop Loving You" features the Fray's Issac Slade. Passion ignites in the up tempo ballad that truly sizzles appeal for male and female listeners alike, it is the yin to the yang in this case. Love simply has a hold on listeners of all ages. "Can't Stop Loving You" impacts country radio  July 21st giving country radio listeners and fans to early request the love ballad.

Want more of "Can't Stop Loving You" download at iTunes and Amazon now!

iTunes

Amazon








Jerrod Niemann's third album to date High Noon sparks a wide interest for listeners across the border, it's first single "Drink To That All Night" became the party anthem of 2014. The follow up to the chart topping hit single "Donkey" takes the same approach with a side kick of sarcasm. It certainly clear Niemann drinks it up enjoying the ride on the brand new "Buzz Back Girl" impacting radio July 14th. Fans and listeners will party till dawn with "Buzz Back Girl" on digital download at Amazon and iTunes here.

Amazon

iTunes






Gallant FOX Records
Many remember the little boy with the big voice in the mid 90's who gave us the hit singles "One Voice", "There's A Hero". No longer the little boy we remember, Billy Gilman has grown into a young man with still the powerful voice we all love. Gilman has returned with his musical roots still intact not loosing sight of meaningful songs we all relate and resonate with. The brand new "Say You Will" is a compassionate love tale that will melt the hearts of female listeners everywhere.



Download the single now available on iTunes here

Say You Will Billy Gilman | iTunes 

Amazon
Say You Will | MP3 Download













Stay tune to Country Music City Promotions for additional single song releases and more.





Wednesday, July 9, 2014

LMC Truck Announces Casey James Sponsorship

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Season 9 American Idol finalist and rising star/musician Casey James is most known for his instrumental skills and hit singles from his self titled debut album "Let's Don't Call It A Night" and "Crying On A Suitcase" since 2012 James has traveled cross the country opening for Taylor Swift and Sugarland to gigs with Parmalee, Maggie Rose, to name.
In these few short years James has been in and out of the studio recording his highly anticipated sophomore album due out this fall and in that time Casey has taken to his other love and past time hobby truck restoration. The time James puts into his music applies to working on trucks and cars which leads to a brand new partnership sponsoring with LMC Truck. The fit is perfect for James and LMC Truck is happy to have him on board. You will go behind the scenes on a full remodel, Casey's story and Q&A, videos, Stacey David's GearZ TV and much more. Personally you'll get to know more about Casey James, the heart and soul and what continues to inspire James on his musical and life journey.
The fact is talking with James on the subject makes him glow. Sponsoring with LMC Truck is a no brainer and something Casey has had on his bucket list for quite some time.

Shellie at Country Music City Promotions will continue to bring the latest on Casey James and  so much more on music news and updates.
Stay tune!



Get all the Information, videos, Stacey David's GearZ episode guides and more on LMC Truck below:



Casey James - LMC Trucklife Q&A
Casey James - LMC Trucklife 


Stacey David's GearZ:

Official website
Home | Stacey David's GearZ

Framed Up Job: LMC Truck Bronco Project/Casey James 
Show times/ Encore Presentations

Friday July 4,2014  8:30 am EST, 11:30 am EST, 2:30 pm EST 
and 5:30 pm EST

Sunday July 6,2014  10 am EST and 1 pm EST



Go inside with the Bronco Build with Stacey David and Casey James
LMC Trucklife - Bronco Build

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Thursday, July 3, 2014

Craig Morgan Returns For Fifth Season Of Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors

Courtesy of Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors


Starting Sunday July 6th Craig Morgan returns to the outdoor channel for the fifth season of Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors. True to the show's name, Morgan throws open the doors on his life, both on stage and in the field. Whether he's entertaining screaming fans at sold-out shows, motocross racing or bowhunting big game, his life is high-octane and his schedule is unrelenting. The hit reality show gives viewers an all access, backstage pass to Morgan's travels as he and his crew pursue big thrills and big laughs across the globe in a quest for the ultimate adventure. Each week, he is joined by fellow country music artists, as well as some of his warrior buddies and motocross celebrity friends.

Morgan's engaging personality, lifelong love of hunting and considerable television experience make "Craig Morgan: All Access Outdoors" a must-see for hunters and country music fans alike. Highlights from the upcoming fifth season include an action packed trip way down south to Argentina, an adventurous elf hunt in Colorado, tracking hogs in Florida, and memorable moments with fellow warriors and some of his friends from the Grand Ole Orpy.

Tune in Sunday July 6th,2014 for the premiere on the outdoor channel and every Sunday night for new episodes. Check local listings or log on to 
to find out to get the network in your area.
Outdoor Channel

Craig Morgan: All Access airs at 11 pm EST/8 pm PST on the Outdoor Channel.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

Bucky Covington Joins Forces With F3 Entertainment And Buddy Lee Attractions


After releasing his first independent single BUZZIN" to country music earlier this summer country star Bucky Covington is excited to announce partnering with F3 Entertainment for management representation, and Buddy Lee Attractions for exclusive booking representation. As BUZZIN' climbs the Music Row charts, Covington feels that the addition of F3 and Buddy Lee Attractions completes the perfect team to continue the momentum for his recently launched career as an independent artist.

Nashville based F3 Entertainment, a multi-faceted artist management and television development/production company, was launched in 2013 by music industry executive Ken Madson and outdoor industry veteran J.T Harden. "F3 Entertainment is excited to be working with Bucky Covington," says Madson. "He's a great performer and has an authenticity necessary for success in the country format." F3 Entertainment's roster also includes artists Craig Morgan, Dee Jay Silver, Moonshine Bandits, Ira Dean, football legend Jim McMahon and former MLB player Ryan Klesko.

Buddy Lee Attractions is Nashville's largest privately owned talent agency. BLA is a full service talent agency and throughout the past 50 years, the agency has developed and represented the biggest names in country music, including George Strait, Willie Nelson and Garth Brooks and most recently Jason Aldean and Florida Georgia Line. "We are excited to have Bucky Covington on our Exclusive Roster," says David Kiswiney, VP of Buddy Lee Attractions. "America knows who he is from his hit songs on country radio and his finalist finish on the 5th season of American Idol. Bucky is a perfect fit for our team and we look forward to representing him for all live engagements including festivals and fairs for 2014 and beyond."


Covington has truly found his place as an independent country artist and Country Music City Promotions looks forward to future projects as well.


For more information on F3 Entertainment visit the official website

It's All In The Family: Mother of Casey and Billy Cole James Debra James Paves The Way



Credit to Debra (Bybee) James: Twitter


The most endearing  James family has  heart, passion and soul, what more can you say of Debra James, mother of musicians Billy Cole (B.C) and Casey James. Debra's voice serves a comfort and joy to listeners. Vocally a star herself, humbled in her ways Debra's musicality conveys truth and authenticity. One could compare Debra to the likes of Emmylou Harris and Alison Krauss. To most Casey James fans Debra is known as Bybee on the social networking site Twitter soon to be a Facebook user but don't count her out of showing up daily on the networking site. Among her musical abilities  Debra has her full time day job among  music and performing. Debra's first released full album Cross That Line in 2006 under the direction of Debra herself Cross That Line reminiscences of music and craft men ship of real Americana traditional sound. The stories told paint a picture that ring true to the all American person. The 12 track album is available for purchase and download on Amazon and iTunes
Cross That Line Bybee D. James | Amazon

Cross That Line Bybee D. James | iTunes


Among following Debra's continuing career on Twitter and Facebook

@BybeeDJames

Debra James | Facebook

In my own daily accounts with Debra I continue to feel, see and hear conviction, honesty, spirituality and a whole lot of love.  One says the power and passion of one's voice can move mountains and I truly believe it, it is a rare form in country music today. Debra who is currently working on a brand new album soon to be released will cross that bridge and I for one am looking forward to it. It's all in the family, Debra's youngest Casey is remembered from American Idol season 9. The alum went on to release his self titled debut album in March of 2012 gained a large fan base, toured the country and had a couple hit singles "Let's Don't Call It A Night" and "Crying On A Suitcase". Since then Casey continues to perform and tour and began work on a follow up, the highly anticipated sophomore album due out later this year. Fans can expect a fall release.

What more could there be?, Debra's oldest Billy Cole (BC) has the artistry touch who launched James Bands earlier this year, the bands began during the year Casey spent on American Idol and through out that time every band of all leather hand designed and crafted by Billy himself comes down to the stitch,every band has it uniqueness. You will get that and more from the maker himself. Aside of a designer himself BC is as well a musician, it sure is all in the family.

The tight knit James family may as well have had their ups and downs through the years though one thing for certain God and music keep them moving forward.

For more information on James Bands and how you can order go to the official
website here  James Bands

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Custom Leather by B.C James

For more information, tour dates continued music news and more stay tune to Country Music City Promotions. Oh! and yeah visit Casey James official website
online. Follow Casey on Facebook and Twitter here
Casey James | The Official Casey James Site

Casey James | Facebook

@CaseyJames

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Country Music City Promotions Top 10 iTunes Downloads







Today's country music is widely diverse and the success of a song or single on radio and digital download is up to the fans who request and download the song or songs they want to hear. Several songs could easily make the list of the top 10 iTunes downloads featured, I randomly picked the following singles that have had staying power on the indie and mainstream charts and those that deserve to be there as well as those that are recently getting rave reviews from Rough Stock, Billboard, Country Weekly to name a few. The following singles are in no particular order and all ring a real honest approach in country music.



Kristen Kelly "Kiss By Kiss"

Kristy Lee Cook "Wherever Love Goes" feat. Randy Houser

Sunny Sweeney "Bad Girl Phase"


Kellie Pickler  "Little Bit Gypsy"

Dylan Scott "Makin' This Boy Go Crazy"

Amy Rose "Sunshine"

Doug Briney "Super Country Cowboy"

Rascal Flatts "Rewind"

Joe Nichols "Sunny and 75"

Tim McGraw  "Meanwhile Back At Mamas" feat. Faith Hill


To download a song or songs from the list go to iTunes to download
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Monday, June 23, 2014

Danny Gokey Releases New Album Hope In Front Of Me

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Danny Gokey walked away with more than a third place finish on season 8 of American Idol he went on to release his debut album My Best Days with the commercial success of the singles "My Best Days Are Ahead Of Me" and "I Will Not Say Goodbye". Gokey went on to open and launch Sophia's Heart in honor of his late wife  Sohpia who died of congenital heart disease. Gokey is making a difference in the lives of children, men and women with the disease and who continues to openly run Sophia's Heart, and through that time released the single "Second Hand Heart" in 2011. What more can Gokey tackle?, a complete eye glass line, got married and began a family and published a book Hope In Front Of Me in 2013. It comes to now, the present, a new label and a brand new album. Each track specifically grabs the heart and soul of Gokey and will continue to reach a wide audience whether in country music or popular Christian music there are no limits. Hope In Front Of Me impacts audiences and listeners Today June 23rd.


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