The Stories Behind The Songs And Songwriting

What is it that draws us so close to country music? Is it the stories or story of a song, the artist, the entertainer? Without a doubt it's the story behind the song and the artist who performs them. There are so many these days. One of the fellow artists featured is Kip Moore who recently released the story behind his new single "Dirt Road" who's currently finishing production on his sophomore album due out later this year. Dirt Road is his follow up to "Young Love" both on the album, the albums title yet to be announced.

Listen to the story behind "Dirt Road"

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Eric Paslay is most known for writing Jake Owen's "Barefoot Blue Jean Night", Eli Young Band's "Even If It Doesn't Break Your Heart" to songs for Lady Antebellum and Joe Nichols and many others. Paslay who's 2014 one's to watch released his debut album earlier this year has a number hit with "Friday Night" and has since released his newest single "Song About A Girl".

Hear all about the story behind the song "Song About A Girl" written by Jessi Alexander and Gordie Sampson.

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Songwriting fuels the fire for songwriters, it as clear as day Eric Church only made it to Nashville to hone is songwriting skills and just to write as several artists who's careers have begun at the form of songwriting. With the release of five albums in his career Eric Church is where he is at in life. The Story of Nashville sat down with Church last year and explains where songwriting is at in his life. Hear the story here

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Eric Paslay NRA Featured Artist of The Month

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Eric Paslay is celebrating a #1 hit with "Friday Night" and a highly anticipated debut album release this week so it is perfectly fitting for Paslay to be NRA's featured artist of the month. Excited to get this music out to fans has been a long time coming for the songwriter and entertainer. A small town country boy Paslay is appreciative of all that is happening these days. He recalls always working, writing and just honing his skills as a writer. Every day people inspire him as I can relate. Everyone and everything inspire a writer, the diversity is endless. Paslay has written for several artists in country music and now with the tables turned a bit Eric is enjoying the spotlight but don't let that think he hasn't dreamed of making it on his own. The contentment Paslay shows is honest and real, a real small town boy making his dreams come true.

NRA is especially excited to feature Paslay as artist of the month and I can sure feel the excitement.

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CMchat Guest Eric Paslay Gives February Something To Talk About 02/3/14 Recap

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It was a night country fans won't forget, +Country Music Chat ~ #CMchat+  with special guest singer, songwriter, performer Eric Paslay who just made it to #1 on the charts with the first single from his self titled debut album, "Friday Night".Paslay is more than a songwriter, he sings who brings a sense of entertainment to the country music table. Country music is full of talent and Eric has worked with several from Lady A to Eli Young Band, Little Big Town and Jake Owen to name among Neal McCoy. Host Jessica Northey sat down with Paslay for a twitter chat full of questions to community fan questions, several didn't even make it to this recap due to the fast paced chat though Northey's hard hitting, fun and light questions made it.
For those who missed the Monday night chat the recap is here. 


Cmchat Q and A

Q1: What was the first country music album you ever remember buying?

Eric Paslay: I believe the first country album ever bought was Garth Brooks Fences.


Q2: What made you choose country music performing/songwriting as a career?

Eric Paslay: I think country music kind of chose me. A lot of doors have opened over the years, so I keep walking through them.

Q3: When you aren't singing/performing/writing what do you like to spend your free time doing?

Eric Paslay:  I love doing handy man projects and fishing in my free time.


during the CMchat artist and friend Neal McCoy gives out good mention to Eric " I'm a big fan of Eric's. Super Nice Kid!"


Q4: Do you have a mentor or someone who has helped guide your career? Best advice given and who was it?

Eric Paslay: Brian Gowan was my first mentor. He told me "move to Nashville!" He was an artist on Curb Records. Great Guy!

Q5: Is there a song that you've written that another artist performs your most proud of?

Eric Paslay: I'm proud of all the songs, but "Even If It Breaks Your Heart" is about what we do everyday as dreams.

Q6: Do you have a "wish I wrote what" song on the radio right now? via @ScottyB2150

Eric Paslay: Eric Church  My Home Town

Q7: What other singers/musicians inspire you? and why?

Eric Paslay: I've been inspired by every song I've ever turned up on the radio. I'm usually drawn to singer/songwriters though.

Q8: What is something most people would be surprised to learn about you?

Eric Paslay: Something people be surprised to know about me, I thought about being a doctor when I was a kid. I decided to heal people with the medicine of music. Ha!

Q9: Is there a song from your new album you can't wait for everyone to hear?

Eric Paslay: YES!!! I can't wait for people to hear all of the songs on the album. No cherry picking on iTunes!!! Ha

Q 10: What would you want people to leave CMchat knowing about you?

Eric Paslay: I hope that everyone knows that I'm pumped that anyone want anyone wants to know what I think! Ha

Jessica Northey: Is there anything you want to add?

Eric Paslay: Can't wait for tomorrow because my album finally comes out. Great feeling  knowin' that if fans want music they can get it.



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One's To Watch For In 2014

Doug Briney may be the new kid in Nashville though spent his lifetime traveling among the snowy tundra of Alaska and his home town of Anchorage to pave the wave from his first independent album "It's All Country" to his debut album release with Tate Music Group "Super Country Cowboy" in November of 2013. Already several independent country award nominations and award wins piling up Briney's one to watch in 2014. His traditional positive baritone sound is much his own and is easily recognized when you hear his music. Briney's positive effect on audiences gives good meaning to traditional positive country. You'll want to hear what he has to say. For more Doug Briney music visit the official website here. Doug Briney - Home

Young bright eyed full of humor and a voice so deep as it is you may hear a voice all so differently, this is what separates Dylan Scott from the rest of the pact. Scott's big break came in 2013 with the release of his 5 track E.P featuring the single "Makin' This Boy Go Crazy". Scott has just gotten his feet wet,rest assured will make a splash in 2014 as one to watch. Already radio tour stops across the country, rising star showcases, his first video to his rising single "Makin' this Boy Go Crazy" receiving rotation on +Great American Country more is to come including getting into the studio to record his debut album. The Louisiana born and bred singer/songwriter is on the move and loving the connection with female fans. Follow Dylan on Facebook and Twitter here. Dylan Scott @DylanScottCntry

Canada has it's star in independent country female artist Amy Rose. Her vocals radiate power,poise and emotion.Rose's career path began at the tender age of 5, performing across the hill sides of Canada's fairs and festivals,recorded two albums One Special Girl and The Last of The True Believers. She has opened for Emerson Drive, High Valley, The Wilkinsons and Big And Rich. As an independent artist Amy has garnered several nominations, 3 nods and 1 win in 2013's Independent Country Music Association awards, 4 nominations for international music and entertainment association awards, was nominated as 2013 Ontario's Country Music Association for rising star, including Barrie's Cultural Grant Honoree.  Amy released 3 singles in 2013 all which have climbed high on the independent country music charts, "(Redneck Reunion) Party Like A Redneck", "I Just Want You To Know" and "Sunshine".
The sun continues to shine bright for this sweet rose who's climb keeps growing. 2014 is already the start of better things for Rose who will tour across the country, her brand new video for the new single "Sunshine" is out now and available on YouTube. Follow Amy on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube here. Amy Rose Music Official - Facebook  @Amy_Rose_Music
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Trey and Lori Beth Hill of October have plenty of experience behind them and have something to say. The instant connection and chemistry have a sweet sound that stands out among the crowd.The Hills are alive and kicking. If Trey Hill looks familiar to you he has worked with several artists you already hear on country radio, Kellie Pickler, Jana Kramer,Jason Michael Carroll to name including weight watchers spokesperson, fashion guru Jessica Simpson who has toured and played with bands of artists Brad Paisley and Scotty McCreery. Beyond the steel and acoustic guitar Trey's vocals sparkle, the sweet under tone perfectly matches his other half Lori Beth Hill who's gritty, raw, strong cords fly with color. Lori Beth is no stranger to the stage who went from auditioning for American Idol to become the most in demand theater performers to Nashville's General Jackson Showboat Revue, triple threat to a solid T. This country rocking duo has just begun as one's to watch of 2014. Already creating music with Nashville's top producer Jimmy Ritchey, October Hill music will delight audiences. Get to know October Hill on their Facebook page here. October Hill Music

Lucy Hale is best known on the ABC Family Channel hit TV series Pretty Little Liars. Hale's earliest memories were far from acting, born and raised in Memphis, TN Lucy's career path began performing on NBC's American Juniors singing reality show that had her moving to Los Angeles, California. While there acting took over the budding stars singing career putting music on the back burner. Lucy found herself emerged in several films and television series from Scream 4, Secret of The Wings, A Cinderella Story: Once Upon A Song, Sorority Wars, Wizard of Waverly Place, CSI: Miami, Fear Island and more. In 2013 Hale felt it was time to put her music career back on track and so it was the right time. Through out most of the year Lucy spent several hours in a music studio creating music for her 2014 spring debut release, it's first single "You Sound Good To Me" was released Jan.7th, within the first week, Hale's "You Sound Good To Me" was the number one top download in digital sales bringing in 42,000.Lucy's strong connection to already fans of the hit show Pretty Little Liars has fans for life. Among acting Hale will continue to make music and prove sure longevity. There is so much in store for Hale,as for one to watch in 2014. Follow Lucy on Twitter and Facebook here. @lucygale  LucyHale

With songwriting credits to the hit singles from Jake Owen and Eli Young Band "Barefoot Blue Jean Night" and "Even If It Breaks Your Heart" Eric Paslay has written for Donny and Marie Osmond, Joe Nichols,Lady Antebellum and others to count. This multi-talented songwriter is ready for the spotlight. His self titled debut album hits stores February 4th and touring the country in support of his up and coming release. If that weren't enough the first single from the album "Friday Night" is a top 10 charted hit. We're not going to see the last of Paslay, he's getting warmed up. 2014 is the year of one's to watch for Paslay. That's not all Paslay is joining Thomas Rhett on the Brantley Gilbert Let It Ride Tour starting in March. Not a fan yet, follow Eric on Twitter and Facebook.
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Eric Paslay Ready For 2014 Album Debut

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For most songwriters it is being recognized for their writing and the artists who record the songs. In some cases songwriters become one's to watch not only for their musical ability to put words and pen to paper it is the voice that brings the song or songs a live on stage in front of an audience. Songwriter and entertainer Eric Paslay may have begun his journey writing  "Barefoot Blue Jean Night" a hit single recorded by Jake Owen
Eli Young Band's "Even If It Breaks Your Heart" to also penning  "The Good Life" for Donnie and Marie Osmond's new Vegas show, including Love and Theft's "Angel Eyes" and Joe Nichols "Baby Your In Love With Me". Paslay has co-written credits with artists Rose Falcon, Lady Antebellum to name among songwriters Dylan Altman and Terry Sawchuk.

It is Paslay's year making him one to watch of 2014, ready to debut his self titled album February 4,2014 featuring the 2013 hit single "Friday Night". Eric has written every track on this debut with the fine songwriters listed.

Paslay's most endearing quality is really taking account of the people he meets and making true honest connections. I say it is one quality I admire from a songwriter, artist, performer.Getting to know someone on that stand point is inspiring.

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Track Listing

Keep On Falling  written by; Eric Paslay, Matt Nolan and Skip Black

Friday Night  written by; Eric Paslay, Rose Falcon, and Rob Crosby

Less Than Whole  written by; Eric Paslay and Kenny Alphin

Country Side of Heaven  written by;  Eric Paslay, Dylan Altman, and Shane McAnally

Never Really Wanted  written by; Eric Paslay and Walt Aldridge

Here Comes Love  written by; Eric Paslay and Anthony Cappolino

Like A Song  written by; Eric Paslay and Jason Delkou

Good With Wine  written by; Eric Paslay, Jessi Alexander and Gordie Sampson

She Don't Love You  written by; Eric Paslay and Jennifer Wayne

Song About A Girl  written by;  Jessi Alexander and Gordie Sampson

Deep As It Is Wide  written by; Eric Paslay

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.
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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)