Travis Tritt To Release Politically Timely New Single
Multi-platinum country singer, songwriter, performer and musician Travis Tritt isn't afraid to express his political views, nor is he opposed to hearing yours. His new single release "What Say You," a duet with rocker John Mellencamp, expresses those same sentiments at a time when the country is embroiled in heated political debate.
I BELIEVE THAT THERE'S A RIGHT AND I BELIEVE THERE'S A WRONG THAT NORTH AND SOUTH AND BLACK AND WHITE CAN SOMEHOW GET ALONG WHAT SAY YOU?
Tritt says the song celebrates the common ground we all share as American citizens despite efforts being made to divide and polarize. "Why can't we put all this partisan politics aside and just do something positive together?" Tritt says in explanation, before describing Mellencamp's participation as a perfect fit. "I love his music and have admired his integrity for years. More...
Universal South Recording Artist, Katrina Elam Joins Urban For All Dates
Keith Urban has been electrifying audiences across the country since his debut release in 1999. He’s sold millions of albums, had four No.1 singles, eight Top 5 hits and is Nashville’s newest superstar. CMT ON TOUR: KEITH URBAN BE HERE ’04 will mark the multi-platinum artist’s first headline tour and “who wouldn’t wanna be there?” Set to open on Oct. 8 at Emens Auditorium in Muncie, Indiana, the first leg will include 20 shows over a five-week span. CMT ON TOUR: KEITH URBAN BE HERE ’04 will include performances in major cities across the country, including Dallas, New York, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, Detroit and Cleveland. CMT ON TOUR: KEITH URBAN BE HERE ’04 is presented by Gain, sponsored by Sleep Inn.
CMT ON TOUR: KEITH URBAN BE HERE ’04 will highlight all of the hits from Urban’s career including the songs that made him Billboard Magazine’s most played artist for 2003 (“Somebody Like You,” “Who Wouldn’t Wanna Be Me” and “Raining On Sunday”) as well as his third No. 1 track from “Golden Road,” “You’ll Think Of Me.” In addition, Urban will perform his first No.1 hit, “But For The Grace of God,” as well as his latest release “Days Go By” from his highly anticipated forthcoming Capitol Records release, “Be Here,” which hits stores on Sept. 21.
Universal South newcomer, powerhouse singer-songwriter Katrina Elam, will open for Urban. Her self-titled debut album will be released Oct 5. Elam’s first single, “No End In Sight,” produced by Tony Brown and Jimmie Lee Sloas, was recently released and has already made its way into the Top 40. More...
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JESSI ALEXANDER:
Singer/songwriter Jessi Alexander performed at the 5th Annual Denim, Diamonds & Black Tie Gala in Columbus, Georgia, last week helping to raise money for the Columbus Hospice House. The non-profit hospice services individuals with life-limiting illnesses across twelve counties. She opened the benefit for Lonestar. "Playing the hospice benefit in Columbus was the first time I've actually felt like I have given back to one of my favorite causes," says Jessi. "It made me remember how special this organization is, helping make terminal patients comfortable to the very end. They do it so selflessly, with only the help of donations! Everyone was so warm and appreciative. By the end of the night I was begging them to let me return next year."
BRAD COTTER:
Brad Cotter, 2004 USA Network's Nashville Star and Epic Recording artist, has invited friends Matt Lindahl and Lance Miller (2004 Nashville Star season two finalists) to join him in a very special celebration, the first annual Brad Cotter & Friends Celebration "Party on Lake Martin." The event (presented by Russell Lands, Inc.) will be held on Sunday, September 5, 2004 at the Lake Martin Amphitheater (Alexander City, Alabama) for the benefit of Children's Harbor, Inc.
In making the announcement, Cotter says, "As far as I'm concerned, we are all winners. Matt and Lance have worked hard and we have become good friends. We have a mutual respect and understanding of the hard work and heart that is put into the 'dream.' It's nice to have their support at this very special event. This is not just my celebration; it's a celebration in community and a celebration of friendship. I'm proud to have Matt and Lance's support."
Tickets are currently on sale at $10 each (free admission for children age six or younger) and may be purchased at local community businesses including: Aliant Bank (all locations), Auburn Bank, Children's Harbor, Eastdale Mall Information Booth, Peoples Bank of Opelika and Auburn, all Russell Marine locations, and all Russell Do it Center locations. More news on Shelly Fairchild, Buddy Jewell, Christy Sutherland, Travis Tritt