Little Big Town Takes The Field
CMA Award nominees Little Big Town surprised the John Overton High School marching band during a recent halftime show. After entering the field in a brand new Chevy Equinox, the group took to the podium to direct the marching band in a rendition of “Louie Louie.” The John Overton High School music program has received more than 100 instruments from CMA’s Keep the Music Playing program. (L-R): Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman, Jimi Westbrook, Karen Fairchild and Phillip Sweet.
Photo: Donn Jones/CMA
Photo: James Minchin
Photo: James Minchin
Casey James Named Next Big Thing
BNA Records artist Casey James’ debut video, “Let’s Don’t Call It A Night” premiered last Friday (10/14) on CMT’s Big New Music Weekend. The three day event showcases new videos from some of the biggest artists in country music. James was named as the Next Big Thing. James co-wrote “Let’s Don’t Call It A Night” with songwriters Terry McBride and Brice Long.
Janie West Music Showcase
Independent song plugging service Janie West Music held a writer’s night at The Listening Room last Thursday (10/13). (L-R): Jim Femino, Janie West, Rachel Williams, Sam Mullins, Greg Johnson, Bobby E. Boyd and Rob Harris.
