CMT Taping Marks 25th Anniversary of the Hit Song, 'Lady'
They have been friends for more than two decades, collaborated on numerous projects, sold over 200 million albums combined, and now they are reuniting musically for the first time in nearly 20 years for CMT's critically acclaimed series CMT CROSSROADS. Lionel Richie and Kenny Rogers will perform their hits in front of a Nashville invitation-only audience for an episode of CMT CROSSROADS to premiere later this year.
The personal and professional relationship between these two megastars was spawned when they collaborated on one of Rogers' biggest career hits, "Lady," written and produced by Richie, especially for Rogers. In the years that followed their initial pairing, Richie and Rogers collaborated on numerous album projects with Richie producing such Rogers classics as "I Don't Need You," "Share Your Love" and "Through the Years." In 1985 Richie and Rogers became part of history with "We Are The World" and the two last worked together nearly 20 years ago, in 1986, on "Hands Across America." Now, on the 25th anniversary of the recording of "Lady," Richie and Rogers will reunite for CMT CROSSROADS. More...
Phil Vassar Sells Out Weekend Tour Dates
Singer-songwriter Phil Vassar continued his headlining tour dates this past weekend with packed houses along the east coast. In Glenside, PA just outside of Philadelphia the 1400-seat venue was sold out well before Phil arrived in town on Thursday. And on Saturday, Phil returned to the Lowell Memorial Auditorium just outside of Boston, MA for a sell out show with more that 2500 fans. Having performed at the venue for his album release last September, he knew his strong fans base in the area would turn out and decided in advance to set up production to film the energetic live show.
To round out the weekend, Phil held capacity crowds at the Turning Stone Casino in Verona, NY on Friday and at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT on Sunday. Phil continues to tour with upcoming stops this week in Cleveland, Sandusky, Chicago, and Taylorville, IL. He stars as a guest judge on the USA Network¹s talent search series ³Nashville Star,² which begins airing next week.
Trace Adkins - Upcoming TV Appearances
Blue Collar TV - Friday, Feb. 25 at 8:30 pm CT / 9:30 pm ET on The WB Network Country giant Trace Adkins guest-stars in the Blue Collar TV skit, "Totes TV" with hosts Caitlyn (Ashley Drane), Nelly (Ayda Field) and Courtney (Bill Engvall). Trace also performs his current hit single, "Songs About Me."
Repeats Monday, Feb. 28 at 9pm CT/10pm ET on Comedy Central More upcoming appearances from Trace
George Canyon wins Entertainer of the Year at Canada's East Coast Music Awards
Sydney, Nova Scotia: Universal South George Canyon, who hosted the 2005 East Coast Music Awards in Sydney, Nova Scotia last night (20) was the winner of the event's most prestigious award, the Entertainer of the Year award. It is the only East Coast Music Award voted on by the fans. The Canadian singer/songwriter also picked up the Rising Star of the Year award and the Country Recording of the Year award, for his album "One Good Friend."
Neal McCoy Forms New Label, Brings His Music to the People
Welcome to 903 Music, a brand new label where dedicated industry professionals take great music and ensure that the people get to hear it. 903 Music is the vision of veteran artist Neal McCoy and his longtime manager, Karen Kane. Together they have put in place an impressive team for a small new label with a simple aspiration.let the music be heard.
McCoy has been a star for years and everybody knows the power and personality he brings to the stage. With Atlantic Records he gained the support of country radio with five #1 hits, including "Wink," "No Doubt About It," and "The Shake," among the others. He has recorded three certified platinum albums and one gold. He has seen the winning side of the record industry. He has also seen another side, the side that left him waiting on the sidelines to fit his release of new product in the time frame that worked for a major label; thus leaving a void for his legion of fans and his highly successful touring business. This time, he's going to do it his way, and to get the job done he has surrounded himself with a team of industry veterans. More...
A Little History, Country Music And Campfire Cuisine
Johnny Nix, host of Campfire Café (the only open fire cooking show on television), will be cooking up gourmet meals with major Country music artists during filming of the seventh season this spring. EMG Productions, in association with Webster Companies, Inc of Nashville, are currently booking artists to appear in the Lewis and Clark Expedition Recipe Series. More...