NRA Country Taps Frankie Ballard As Featured Artist For February

Courtesy of NRA Country

Frankie Ballard country's rising artist who has topped the charts with the singles "Helluva Of A Life" and "Sunshine and Whiskey" from his debut album  Sunshine & Whiskey" is getting the NRA treatment through out the month of February. Ballard's growing success comes at a time of hot young country and NRA is proudly to sponsor the artist. Heading out on tour with country duo Florida Georgia Line on the Anything Goes Tour 2015, Ballard will broaden his fan base and meet new fans along the way.
As part of the NRA Country promotion, fans can check out an exclusive video clip of Frankie talking about his favorite outdoor memory and register to win a Frankie Ballard prize pack including a t-shirt, hat and autographed Sunshine & Whiskey CD. Visit NRA Country to learn more.

"I just have to get out into some fresh air, and get my heart pumpin'! Ever since my cowboys and indians days, I've been itchin' to get outside! I am Frankie Ballard and I am NRA Country"

As an NRA Country featured artist, Frankie Ballard joins some of country music's biggest artists including Florida Georgia Line, Lee Brice, Love and Theft, Easton Corbin, Eric Paslay, Craig Morgan, Chase Rice, The Swon Brothers and many more, in teaming up to celebrate their support of our brave men and women in uniform, appreciation for the great outdoors, and love of family.

Learn more and get NRA Country connected at www.NRACountry.com ! Fans can keep up with Frankie Ballard by visiting his web site at FrankieBallard.com or by following him on twitter here
@FrankieBallard

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.

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

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
Dusty Armadillo - The Place Country Comes To - Country Line Dancing OHIO - Live Bands - Country Concerts

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)

Ohio's Dusty Armadillo Winter Concert Series Concert Line Up Big Acts

Stay warm this fall and winter season with country's hottest acts Florida Georgia Line, Frankie Ballard, Jon Pardi, Miss Willie Brown, Steve Holy, Colt Ford, Randy Houser, Josh Thompson and Jerrod Niemann. The Dusty Armadillo The Place Where Country Comes To in Rootstown, Ohio returns with their winter concert series starting November 3,2012 with The Tie One On Tour with Frankie Ballard, Jon Pardi and Miss Willie Brown, tickets are on sale now, hurry! get your tickets today! 

Steve Holy is best known for the hits "Brand New Girlfriend" and "Love Don't Run" with a brand new single "Hauled Off And Kissed Me" currently dominating country radio, Holy has made quite an impact on country music listeners. Steve Holy fans won't have to wait much longer to see the smooth as silk artist take to the Dusty Armadillo stage. Holy arrives October 27,2012, get your tickets while they last, don't miss your chance to see Steve Holy live.

Florida Georgia Line are still yet new comers to country music,although their following is making a strong impact on country radio and around the country. Florida Georgia Line will be welcomed to the Dusty Armadillo Saturday October 13,2012 at 10:00pm, tickets for this show are sold out. Did you miss out on getting tickets?, don't you worry Florida Georgia Line fans, stay tune to Country Music City Promotions later in the coming days for updates.
Colt Ford may not be your typical country honky tonk,although hasn't stopped him from creating music his way, his country rap flare will get you in the right mood to get you up and dance. Colt is coming to the Dusty Armadillo November 17,2012. See the larger than life Colt Ford in person, why not?, tickets go on sale at 10:00am Saturday October 13,2012. SOLD OUT!!
Randy Houser is no stranger to The Dusty Armadillo stage who's made a number of live appearances, rest assured Randy is making his return November 10,2012, tickets are now sold out for this show, Ohio has a strong Randy Houser following. Randy Houser's current single "How Country Feels" continues to climb the charts. SOLD OUT!
Josh Thompson country's most definitive honky tonk may have been out of the limelight for awhile, in due time though Thompson will bring the heat, Thompson is best known for his single "Beer On The Table". Thompson is scheduled for the Dusty Armadillo 
November 30,2012. SOLD OUT!
 Jerrod Niemann's early success came with his first album  Judge Jerrod and The Hung Jury which spawned the hits "Love, Lover", "What Do You Want From Me" and " One More Drinking Song", with his first album under the belt Jerrod recently released his sophomore efforts  Free The Music", Niemann is on fire, Jerrod has recently been added to the growing Dusty Armadillo winter concert series scheduled for December 15,2012, tickets go on sale Saturday November 3,2012 at 10:00 am.

The Dusty Armadillo The Place Country Comes To is the hottest ticket in town!! See you in Rootstown, Ohio!!

Country Music City Promotions


For More on up and coming shows,tickets, menus and more visit the Dusty Armadillo official web site here  Dusty Armadillo - The Place Country Comes To - Country Line Dancing Ohio - Live Bands - Country Concerts


 UPDATE!!!

Dusty's Winter Concert Series is heating up with a growing list of artists now available online at the Dusty Armadillo web site, click the link above to see who's coming to Rootstown, Ohio this winter.

Here's a hint! You see her weekly on the hit show One Tree Hill, her debut single Why Ya' Wanna is certified gold.
Jana Kramer will appear at the Dusty Armadillo January 5,2012
tickets go on sale  November 17,2012

This country fella is having fun with his new album and single Lovin' You Is Fun! Easton Corbin  will appear in concert at the Dusty A. January 12,2012. Tickets will go on sale December 1,2012

The Farm is well on their into the Dusty A.history books. The Farm will appear January 19,2012. Tickets go on sale December 8,2012.

Trent Tomlinson will appear at the Dusty A. January 26,2012. Tickets will go on sale December 15,2012.  


Stay Tune to Country Music City Promotions for the latest in for Dusty Armadillo ticket updates and more.