Mark Chesnutt in Iraq
SSgt Patrick A. Jirka of the First Reconnaissance Battalion / First Marine Division (from Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, CA) brings a little bit of Country to Falusah Iraq where he is stationed.
The Marine, who is serving his second tour in Iraq, shares the photo. "I'm a really big fan of Mark Chesnutt and Country Music-- America's Music. Having 'Mark' in tow helps us all to try to keep things light." The Mark Chesnutt bobblehead doll is part of Sgt. Jirka's personal military gear. He carries it in his ditty bag as a standard. (See photo to right)
Fans won't find the Mark Chesnutt bobblehead (produced by Todd Schneiderman/Compass Companies) on store shelves-they are completely sold out, but look for Mark Chesnutt live in your area! Mark is currently on tour in support of his new single "The Lord Loves A Drinkin' Man" from his upcoming album Savin' The Honky Tonk (Vivaton Records) which is scheduled to be released in September.
Malibu Storm Wins Janis Ian¹s Seal Of Approval For Cover "Some People¹s Lives"
L.A.-based country trio Malibu Storm has made a new fan in singer-songwriter Janis Ian. The band recorded a cover of Ian¹s "Some People's Lives" for their self-titled Rounder Records debut album, and the early review from the legendary songwriter is a four-star rave.
"I think they did a lovely, delicate job on a song I've always been immensely proud of," said Ian. "It takes a lot of courage to sing a song this simple, and not overdo it." More...
Tim McGraw Extends Touring Through Fall
Tim McGraw has added additional concert dates through early Fall in promotion of his ninth album, Live Like You Were Dying. The disc hits stores August 24.
“Tim McGraw & The Dancehall Doctors Fall Tour 2004” re-launches August 19 in Baton Rouge, LA at Riverside Centroplex, followed by Memphis August 20 and Pensacola on August 21. The new dates will again feature opening acts the Warren Brothers and Big & Rich. The tour will wrap up prior to the debut of McGraw’s first major motion picture, Friday Night Lights, in theaters on October 15.
Joe Nichols To Appear This Week On Jimmy Kimmel Live And On Air With Ryan Seacrest
Joe Nichols will appear live on On Air With Ryan Seacrest (syndicated-check local listings) on Tuesday, July 13th, and on ABC TV's Jimmy Kimmel Live on July 14th (airing at midnight in most US markets). These performances are just the latest in an extensive round of national television appearances to launch Nichols' new Universal South CD, Revelation. In the days since the CD's June 29th release, Nichols has appeared on Good Morning America, The View, CNN Headline News, CNNfn's The Biz, and AOL Sessions. More...
Clay Walker To Perform at Major League Baseball's All-Star Game Home Run Derby
While he's the man who penned the NFL's Houston Texans' fight song, "Football Time In Texas," home boy Clay Walker will be singing a different tune when he performs at Major League Baseball's All-Star Game's Home Run Derby July 12. The Home Run Derby, a precursor to this year's American League/National League match up (July 13) takes place at Houston's Minute Maid Park and a portion of Walker's performance will air on ESPN. More...
Country Thunder Usa Announces First Annual Wisconsin “young Guns” Competition Winners!
Country Thunder USA officials have announced this year’s 2004 “Young Guns” Wisconsin competition winners. Officials were overwhelmed when votes poured in daily for over 45 new faces competing for the three coveted spots. The competition has attracted national attention and driven thousands of country fans online to vote on the Country Thunder website for their favorite competitor onto the main stage at this year’s festival, held in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin at Shadow Hill Ranch July 22nd through 25th 2004. The three winners will perform on the main stage alongside headliners Reba McEntire, Brooks & Dunn, and Lynyrd Skynyrd. More...
Sony Scene
BRAD COTTER: "Nashville Star" winner and new Epic recording artist Brad Cotter released his debut album Patient Man last week on July 6. Look for the album to make its debut in the Top Ten of the Billboard Country Album chart. On a little break from the Nashville Star Tour, Brad embarks on a twenty city national media tour via a satellite TV tour. He'll also interview with several outlets including Parade Magazine, Crook & Chase, and others.
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