Archive for November, 2011

American Country Awards To Honor Alabama

Landmark country group will be saluted and perform at the fan-voted show […]

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Americana Music Association Announces Board of Directors

The Americana Music Association announced new additions to its Board of Directors today […]

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Lukey Bryan Wraps Successful CMT Tour

Luke Bryan wrapped his first major headlining tour over the weekend. CMT ON TOUR: Luke Bryan Tailgates & Tanlines performed in 22 cities […]

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Country’s Marketing Chess Board—Staying In The Game

If country marketing is like a game of chess then imagine that the pieces you control are named Product Distribution, Publicity, Radio, Touring, Digital and Endorsements/Sponsorships. […]

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Industry Pics

Songwriters of the Year Party, Robert Earl Keen Makes Ryman Debut, Craig Campbell Speaks at MTSU […]

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Lifenotes: Gary Lamb

Gary Lamb, son of music industry figure Charlie Lamb, has died […]

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Guitarist Paul Yandell Passes

Master “fingerstyle” guitarist Paul Yandell, who was Chet Atkins’ bandleader for over 25 years, passed away Monday morning […]

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Gartner Study Predicts Strong Music Growth Online

Although the substantial loss in CD revenue appears unavoidable, the report focuses on the online sector which is, “Where the strategic focus needs to be.” […]

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Dierks Bentley Wraps Fall Tour, Plays The White House

Dierks Bentley wraps his fall tour, plays at the White House, and releases a customizable video […]

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Paisley’s “Diary” Hits NYT Best-Seller List

Brad Paisley’s first major book, Diary Of A Player, was released on Nov. 1 and is celebrating its second consecutive week on the New York Times Best-Seller List. Co-written with David Wild, contributing editor to Rolling Stone and Emmy-nominated television writer and producer, Diary of a Player reached No. 34 on the New York Times […]

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Nashville Artists Cover McCartney For Charity

Numerous stars performed at the Nov. 7 Let Us In concert to benefit The Woman and Cancer Fund at Nashville’s legendary […]

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