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Showing posts with label Bluegrass Artists. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Bluegrass Artists. Show all posts
Saturday, September 6, 2014
IBMA Entertainer of the Year Nominee, Balsam Range, Tops the Charts
Thursday, July 17, 2014
Actor/entertainer Randall Franks finds Encouragement in the focus of latest book
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| Randall Franks signs his new book "Encouragers I : Finding the Light" for avid reader Kathy Liner at a book signing at the Ringgold Depot in Ringgold, Ga. |
Author/actor Randall Franks said he seeks to inspire others to find the encourager within through his latest book series – Encouragers.
The first of the series “Encouragers I : Finding the Light” released this month worldwide from Peach Picked Publishing shares 49 stories of actors, musicians and everyday folks who played a role in his early life.
“God blessed me with so many opportunities allowing me to perform for millions around the world, appear for the Grand Ole Opry and star on two American television networks,” Franks said. “Those doors were opened to me because people from all walks of life took the time to encourage me from young age. Even when there was no indication of what my talents would be and where they could lead, encouragers were already sharing their light with me.”
The first volume of the series highlights performers such as WSB Barndance stars Cotton and Jane Carrier and Grand Ole Opry star Bashful Brother Oswald; American icon Bob Hope and “Gunsmoke” legend Ken Curtis; country music masters Bill Monroe and Johnny Cash; bluegrass hall of famers Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs and “The Andy Griffith Show” star Doug Dillard; and heralded gospel music performers the Marksmen Quartet, the Lewis Family and Jeff & Sheri Easter.
Franks said individuals sharing their light is what he hopes will come as people read his book which features narratives about and interviews with those who helped shape his life and career.
“Early in life our families help to shape who we are but soon others reach out to make a difference that sometimes can simply be in passing or can be more substantial over time, but no matter how in depth, the smallest encouragement can change the direction of someone’s life when it is needed the most,” he said.
Franks, who is best known as “Officer Randy Goode” from the TV series “In the Heat of the Night,” starred in three series and 14 films. He became a country music personality as a youth beginning appearances at major country, folk, bluegrass and gospel events such as Country Music Association Fan Fair, National Folk Festival, National Quartet Convention, National Black Arts Festival and for the Grand Ole Opry. With 19 career albums in four genres, he has performed to over 145 million fans around the world. Musically, he is recognized as an International Bluegrass Music Museum Legend and Independent Country Music Hall of Fame member. He is a syndicated columnist featured in newspapers across the Southeast and Midwestern U.S.
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| "Encouragers I : Finding the Light" is the latest book from actor/ bluegrass artist Randall Franks featuring celebrity stories, photos and recipes. |
The 364-page book includes over 260 photos including 149 special Moments in Time photos featuring over 100 stars from Garth Brooks to Marty Stuart, Loretta Lynn to Alison Krauss from Randall’s personal collection and 49 celebrity, family and friend recipes.
The book is available online at http://randallfranks.com/
Bluegrass artists featured in Encouragers I: Country Boys, Cox Family, David Davis and the Warrior River Boys, Dillards, Doodle and the Golden River Grass, Elaine and Shorty Eager, Lester Flatt, Josh Graves, Earl Scruggs, Curly Seckler, and Gary Waldrep.
Gospel artists featured in Encouragers I: Jeff and Sheri Easter, Jerry Goff, Little Jan Buckner-Goff, Vestal Goodman, Jake Hess, Isaacs, Lewis Family, Little Roy Lewis, Marksmen Quartet, McKameys, Morris Brothers, Perrys and the Primitive Quartet.
Country and pop artists featured in Encouragers I: James “Goober” Buchanan, Cotton and Jane Carrier, James and Martha Carson, Johnny and June Carter Cash, Curly Fox, Pee Wee King, Charlie Louvin, Bill Lowery, Bashful Brother Oswald, and Elvis Presley.
Friday, July 11, 2014
Award-Winning Duo THE ROYS Gear Up For September Release Of Fourth Studio Album, THE VIEW
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Nashville, TN (July 1, 2014) -- Award-winning brother/sister Bluegrass duo, THE ROYS, continue their creative momentum as they gear up for the September release of their fourth studio album, THE VIEW. The highly-anticipated project offers the truest representation of THE ROYS' unique sound to date, and builds upon the duo's success as songwriters, introducing 11 of their new compositions. The brand new album is fueled by the loving, upbeat first single, "No More Lonely," released to radio on June 10 and commercially to fans on June 24 via digital vendors including: iTunes, Amazon, Google Plus, Rhapsody and eMusic. THE VIEW, a Rural Rhythm Records' release, gives listeners THE ROYS' most organic project yet, and features a fan-appealing mix of traditional Bluegrass, Country and Gospel.
The duo's previous RRR release, GYPSY RUNAWAY TRAIN (2013), helped to secure Lee and Elaine's place on the global Bluegrass stage. In addition to earning the #1 spot on Sirius XM Bluegrass Junction's Most Played Album Chart for the month of October 2013, the album jumped back up to the chart's #2 spot last month. The reigning three-time Inspirational Country Music (ICM)Bluegrass Artist of the Year award winners proved their radio-friendly consistency with GYPSY, and look to further expand their appeal with THE VIEW.
In collaboration with some of today's hottest songwriters, including Steve Dean, Larry Alderman, Jenee Fleenor and Keesy Timmer, as well as Country star Josh Thompson, THE ROYS are once again poised to take their listeners on an amazing musical journey. Exploring a vast array of human emotions, THE VIEW resonates with diversity as it traverses the highs and lows of life. From the inspirationally-celebratory "
The siblings teamed up with Hall of Fame and Grand Ole Opry icon "Whisperin' Bill" Anderson to compose the disc's title track. The song eulogizes Lee and Elaine's grandparents' final resting place at Saint Mary's in New Brunswick, Canada. The lyrics and melody paint images of the small church overlooking the river so masterfully that one might ask if it is the view God sees while looking out his own window.
"Elaine and I poured our souls into this project," Lee admits as he climbs aboard the bus for another whirlwind festival season. "We focused hard on writing what was in our hearts, used our band throughout, and recorded and produced it in our studio. It's a bit unnerving to throw so much of ourselves out there, but we wanted this album to tell THE ROYS' story," he explains.
For Elaine, this project was a natural evolution. "For years, our fans have been telling us they really love the songs we write," she notes. "We really wanted to explore that. Creatively involving the band in recording the album has helped us gel as performers and broadened a foundation we can continue to build upon. This album, more than anything we've done so far, has our signature on it - from beginning to end. We are very proud and excited for our fans to hear it," Elaine adds enthusiastically.
Track listing:
1. "No More Lonely"
2. "Those Boots"
3. "Heaven Needed Her More"
4. "Sometimes"
5. "Live The Life You Love"
6. "The View"
7. "No More Tears Left To Cry"
8. "Northern Skies"
9. "Black Gold"
10. "Mended Wings"
11. "Mandolin Man"
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Stay social with Lee and Elaine:
You can catch The Roys at the following locations/venues:
Jul 15 Mineral Wells, WV - West Virginia Interstate Fair & Expo
Jul 24-27 Twin Lakes, WI - Country Thunder
Aug 03 Athens, OH - Athens County Fair
Aug 07-08 Richmond, MN - Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Festival
Aug 09 Anita, IA - Oak Tree Opry
Aug 16 Gettysburg, PA - Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival
Aug 20 Staunton, VA - Bluegrass in the Park
Aug 22-23 Rogersville, NB, Canada - Rogersville Bluegrass Festival
Aug 25-26 New Richmond, Quebec, Canada - New Richmond Bluegrass Festival
Aug 28-29 New Richmond, Quebec, Canada - New Richmond Bluegrass Festival
Sep 20 Morehead, KY - Poppy Mountain Bluegrass Festival
Sep 27 Manteo, NC - Outer Banks Island Bluegrass Festival
Oct 01-04 Raleigh, NC - IBMA Convention
Oct 10 Rio Grande, OH - Bob Evans Bluegrass Festival
Oct 19 Orange Park, FL - Orange Park Fall Festival
Nov 01 McKinney Performing Arts Center - McKinney, TX
Nov 14 Crystal River, FL - St. Timothy Lutheran Church
Nov 22 Dunnellon, FL - Withlacoochee River BGF
Dec 13 Pigeon Forge, TN - Christmas in the Smokies
Jan 08-12, 2015 - Tampa, FL - Danny Stewart Bluegrass Cruise
Jan 18 Ft Lauderdale, FL - The Country Music Cruise
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Monday, April 1, 2013
Win Lunch for Two with Doyle Lawson!
Doyle Lawson Celebrates 34th Anniversary of His Band with Fan Appreciation Lunch
BRISTOL, TN (March 29, 2013) -- Doyle Lawson is celebrating his band’s 34th Anniversary next week by partnering with a gorgeous restaurant in Bristol called "KP” to bring four Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver fans a celebration lunch with Doyle next Thursday, April 4, in historic downtown Bristol.
Two fans will be chosen from entrants on Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver’s new Official Fan Facebook Page, and the two winners may each bring a guest and be treated to lunch with Doyle at the newly christened KP, formerly K.P. Duty, at 520 State Street, beside the Paramount Theater in Bristol.
“We’re excited to partner with Doyle Lawson for such a fun promotion celebrating 34 years of Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver,” said Lisa Martin, owner of KP. “We look forward to having Doyle and four of his wonderful fans with us next week!”
KP offer a delectable menu of entrees ranging from scrumptious Southern Crab Cakes to tender Pork Tenderloin to Pecan-crusted Trout, plus fresh crisp salads, hearty signature soups, sandwiches, burgers, quiche, and appetizers.
Everyone is welcome to enter the contest by visiting Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver’s new Official Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/DoyleLawsonOfficial. To enter, fans should “Like” the page AND comment on the highlighted photo of Doyle with a headline reading, “Win Lunch for Two with Doyle Lawson!” Two winners will be chosen by drawing from entrants next Tuesday, April 2, and announced on the band’s Facebook Page on Tuesday afternoon.
Doyle officially formed his band during the first week in April 1979, and the group performed their first shows in early May, playing their first show at Buddy’s Barbeque in Knoxville on a Thursday night. They came back to the Down Home in Johnson City for a show on Friday evening, played Saturday afternoon at a Bluegrass Festival in Pickens, South Carolina, then came back to the Down Home in Johnson City for a show Saturday night, packing four performances into their very first weekend. Quicksilver’s first band consisted of Terry Baucum on banjo, Jimmy Haley on guitar, Lou Reid on bass, and Doyle on mandolin.
The current line-up of Quicksilver includes Jason Barie on fiddle, Joe Dean on banjo, Corey Hensley on bass, Mike Rogers on guitar, Josh Swift on dobro, and Doyle on mandolin. Doyle was named SPBGMA’s Mandolin Player of the Year on Sunday, February 3, the same day he celebrated his 50th Anniversary in music. Lots of reasons for Lawson to celebrate this year, with Mountain Home Music hosting an album release party last week for the reigning ICM Vocal Group of the Year Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, heralding the band’s newest album “Roads Well Traveled” at Nashville’s Sirius XM Music City Theater inside Bridgestone Arena.
Guests at the private event ranged from Media to Music Industry to four special fan guests Lawson personally welcomed to the event.
“The fans are so important to us,” said Lawson, “and we want to take this special year for us and make sure our fans and friends know how much we appreciate them.”
The current fan appreciation promotion with a prize of lunch with Doyle begins on Friday, March 29, and ends on Tuesday, April 2, with lunch for the winners being held at KP on Thursday, April 4, 2013. Winners must be able to be in Bristol via their own transportation on Thursday, April 4, to be eligible to win and attend the lunch.
“I’m looking forward to lunch with our fans at KP, and hope everyone will join in the fun and enter our contest, and help us celebrate our anniversary!” said Lawson.
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
THE ROYS Receive CGM Fan Awards Nomination for Favorite Duo
Nashville, TN (January 7, 2013) Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce brother/sister Bluegrass duo THE ROYS have received Christian Gospel Music (CGM) Fan Awards Nomination in the Favorite Duo category. Fans can view the complete list of top ten nominees and CAST THEIR VOTE at Christian Voice Magazine.
The third and final ballots listing the top-five finalists in each category will be published by Christian Voice Magazine in March. Awards will be given as winners are announced at the 2013 CGM Fan Awards in Pigeon Forge, TN this spring. The CGM Fan Awards will be held April 27 during the week of CGM FanFest. For more information, please visit www.cgmfanfest.com.
THE ROYS' hit single "Still Standing" climbs again this month to reach the Number 14 spot on Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine's TOP 30 Songs Chart with the album, NEW DAY DAWNING, making its debut this month on the publication's Top 15 Albums Chart. This has certainly been a landmark album for the duo as NEW DAY DAWNING debuted at Number 2 on the BILLBOARD Bluegrass Albums Chart last September and two weeks later climbed to Number 1 on Amazon's Bluegrass Best Sellers list.
Lee and Elaine have just wrapped up an incredible year that brought them and Bluegrass music into the national spotlight with their high profile TV appearances on: CBS This Morning, Fox & Friends, Marie, Daytime, The Better Show, and Daily Buzz. They also appeared on the PBS programs Pa's Fiddle: Charles Ingalls, American Fiddler and Song of the Mountains; RFD-TV's Reno's Old Time Music Festival; CMC Australia/Sky TV-U.K. Bluegrass Mountains TV Show and the Dr. Steve Show.
THE ROYS will hit the high seas later this month on the Danny Stewart Bluegrass Cruise January 20-23 where they will perform along with other Bluegrass artists: Nu-Blu, The Spinney Brothers, Dave Nichols and Spare Change, Ernie Evans and the Florida State Bluegrass Band and more. For a complete tour schedule and more information on THE ROYS, please visit www.TheRoysOnline.com.
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Moonstruck Management / Excellence, Integrity, Vision
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Monday, November 19, 2012
BlueHighways TV Air Dates Announced for CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY
CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY CD / DVD Releases November 13, 2012
Special Event Will Air On BlueHighways TV Nov 28 - Dec 25, 2012
BUY NOW
Rural Rhythm Records is proud to announce CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY CD/DVD releases tomorrow November 13, 2012 and is available for purchase at Amazon, iTunes, Rural Rhythm Records, and the participating artists’ websites. This special concert will begin airing on BlueHighways TV later this month. The complete schedule is as follows:
Nov. 28th @ 7 PM (EST)
Nov. 28th @ 10 PM (EST)
Nov. 29th @ 12 PM (EST)
Dec. 1st @ 8 PM (EST)
Dec. 19th @ 7 PM (EST)
Dec. 19th @ 10 PM (EST)
Dec. 20th @ 12 PM (EST)
Dec. 22th @ 8 PM (EST)
Dec. 25th – TBA
CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY is a 15 song CD plus a 60+ minute DVD with extra features including bonus performances. This live performance musical show was filmed earlier this year at the Bell Theater in Pineville, Kentucky showcasing Christmas and its traditions in the Appalachian Mountains.
The event was hosted by Mike Scott and includes performances by: 2012 IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year, Dale Ann Bradley; Steve Gulley; Grammy winning artist, Marty Raybon; 2012 IBMA Male Vocalist of the Year Nominee, Audie Blaylock; Cumberland River, Common Strings, Students of the Cumberland River Academy, Mike Scott, Brenda Scott, Brad Gulley, Debbie Gulley, Don Gulley and more.
Steve Gulley and Dale Ann Bradley will be taping SiriusXM Bluegrass Junction Track By Track with Kyle Cantrell this week that is scheduled to air on December 5, 2012.
Tony Spinosa and Sam Passamano II served as Executive Producers on CHRISTMAS: THE MOUNTAIN WAY. The CD was produced by Steve Gulley and the DVD was produced by Sammy Passamano III. Stage musicians included: Jason Burleson (Banjo/Guitar); Clint Hurd (Mandolin); Brandon Godman (Fiddle); Vic Graves (Dobro); Bryan Turner (Bass); and John Bradley (Bass).
For more information on Rural Rhythm Records, please visit RuralRhythm.com.
For more information on BlueHighways TV, please visit BlueHighwaysTV.com.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
IBMA Announces Nancy Cardwell as New Executive Director
August 17, 2012
The Board of Directors of the International Bluegrass Music Association is pleased to announce that it has appointed Nancy Cardwell as the organization’s Executive Director.
“After an extensive selection process that began with more than 65 applications for the position, the Board concluded that Nancy brings the right mix of skills to the table and will be able to take the organization to the next level of success,” said Board chair Stan Zdonik.
Cardwell, who has been serving as the IBMA’s interim Executive Director since the beginning of March, takes on the top job after 17 years as the IBMA’s Special Projects Director.
“Nancy is deeply connected to the bluegrass music community,” Zdonik noted, “and her experience in the IBMA office makes her uniquely prepared to take on the added duties of Executive Director. She is forward-thinking and has the right outlook to take us into the future. Her respect for the roots of the music, combined with her appreciation of the next generation, will guide the organization through the challenging times ahead.”
Cardwell grew up in the Missouri Ozarks in a family bluegrass band. Before joining the IBMA staff in 1994 she worked as a Spanish and English teacher, a Field Executive for the Dogwood Trails Girl Scout Council in Springfield, Mo., and a freelance musician and journalist based in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. and Branson, Mo. A graduate of Leadership Bluegrass (2000) and Leadership Music (2009), Cardwell holds an Education degree from Northwest Missouri State University and was the 2006 recipient of the Charlie Lamb Award for Excellence in Country Music Journalism. Her book, The Words & Music of Dolly Parton, Country's Iron Butterfly, was published by ABC-Clio in July 2011.
"It's an honor to continue to serve on the IBMA team in this new role as we work together for the future of bluegrass music," Cardwell said. "I'm blessed with a creative and hard-working staff and board of directors, as well as a community of members from across the country and around the globe, who are passionate about the greatest music in the world. I look forward to seeing many of you at World of Bluegrass in Nashville, Tenn. Sept. 24-30, at our annual Business Conference/ Awards Show/ Bluegrass Fan Fest/ Music Family Reunion!"
For more info: (615) 256-3222, info@ibma.org, www.ibma.org
Contact Nancy at nancyc@ibma.org.
The Board of Directors of the International Bluegrass Music Association is pleased to announce that it has appointed Nancy Cardwell as the organization’s Executive Director.
“After an extensive selection process that began with more than 65 applications for the position, the Board concluded that Nancy brings the right mix of skills to the table and will be able to take the organization to the next level of success,” said Board chair Stan Zdonik.
Cardwell, who has been serving as the IBMA’s interim Executive Director since the beginning of March, takes on the top job after 17 years as the IBMA’s Special Projects Director.
“Nancy is deeply connected to the bluegrass music community,” Zdonik noted, “and her experience in the IBMA office makes her uniquely prepared to take on the added duties of Executive Director. She is forward-thinking and has the right outlook to take us into the future. Her respect for the roots of the music, combined with her appreciation of the next generation, will guide the organization through the challenging times ahead.”
Cardwell grew up in the Missouri Ozarks in a family bluegrass band. Before joining the IBMA staff in 1994 she worked as a Spanish and English teacher, a Field Executive for the Dogwood Trails Girl Scout Council in Springfield, Mo., and a freelance musician and journalist based in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. and Branson, Mo. A graduate of Leadership Bluegrass (2000) and Leadership Music (2009), Cardwell holds an Education degree from Northwest Missouri State University and was the 2006 recipient of the Charlie Lamb Award for Excellence in Country Music Journalism. Her book, The Words & Music of Dolly Parton, Country's Iron Butterfly, was published by ABC-Clio in July 2011.
"It's an honor to continue to serve on the IBMA team in this new role as we work together for the future of bluegrass music," Cardwell said. "I'm blessed with a creative and hard-working staff and board of directors, as well as a community of members from across the country and around the globe, who are passionate about the greatest music in the world. I look forward to seeing many of you at World of Bluegrass in Nashville, Tenn. Sept. 24-30, at our annual Business Conference/ Awards Show/ Bluegrass Fan Fest/ Music Family Reunion!"
For more info: (615) 256-3222, info@ibma.org, www.ibma.org
Contact Nancy at nancyc@ibma.org.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Melody Walker Releases 'Gold Rush Goddess' & Announces National Tour
BAY AREA TALENT MELODY WALKER RELEASES ‘GOLD RUSH GODDESS,’
ANNOUNCES COAST-TO-COAST TOUR WITH JACOB GROOPMAN
Aug. 28 release follows RockyGrass festival band competition win
AUSTIN, Texas — Melody Walker’s debut album, GOLD RUSH GODDESS, will be released nationally Aug. 28, but she and partner Jacob Groopman already have reason to celebrate: With their band Front Country, they won the band competition at RockyGrass, the July festival founded 40 years ago by bluegrass icon Bill Monroe.
Walker and Groopman are now spreading the sound they like to call “Americali” on a nationwide tour that includes stops at Aug. 22’s Jerry Garcia Tribute Concert in Berkeley and in Nashville for September’s Americana Music Festival & Conference. (See below for a list of tour dates, or check melodywalkermusic.com.)
Walker, a Bay Area native, and Groopman, raised in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, describe “Americali” as Americana with a California twist, but just as Americana melds many influences, their music draws from diverse genres including bluegrass, rock, jazz, classical, Afrobeat, samba and even Balkan folk. They never stray too far from their American folk roots, however, preferring to create literate music that honors tradition, yet sounds completely of the moment.
Led by the title track and “Family Band,” GOLD RUSH GODDESS is already drawing high praise. The Turnstyled Junkpiled blog calls it “easily one of the strongest Americana releases of 2012.” No Depression claims, “Melody Walker has created an album of exceptional tunes.” And influential Bay Area radio station KPFA-FM raves, “She kicked it out of the ballpark on this album!”
Walker and Groopman co-produced the album, recorded in a historic former general store on a remote cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. But now, they’re ready to spread Americali from sea to shining sea. And this is one gold rush you’re gonna want to get in on right now.
Upcoming tour dates include:
Aug. 14 – Park Chalet, San Francisco
Aug. 18 – El Sobrante Stomp house concert, El Sobrante, Calif.
Aug. 19 – Art in the Park, Martinez, Calif.
Aug. 21 – Hotel Utah, San Francisco
Aug. 22 – Jerry Garcia Tribute Concert Ashkenaz, Berkeley, Calif.
Aug. 23 – Hideout Saloon, Mariposa, Calif.
Aug. 24 – Cozmic Café, Placerville, Calif.
Aug. 25 – Concerts in the Plaza, Mill Valley, Calif.
Sept. 5 – Firefly Bistro, Pasadena, Calif.
Sept. 6 – The Raven Café, Prescott, Ariz.
Sept. 7 – Plush, Tucson, Ariz.
Sept. 8 – Cowgirl BBQ, Santa Fe, N.M.
Sept. 11 – The Five Spot, Nashville
Sept. 12 – Americana Music Conference, Nashville
Sept. 18 – Acoustic Coffeehouse, Johnson City, Tenn.
Sept. 19 – Preservation Pub, Knoxville, Tenn.
Sept. 20 – High Rock Outfitters, Lexington, N.C.
Sept. 21 – The Bywater, Asheville, N.C.
Sept. 22 – Ashland Coffee & Tea, Ashland, Va.
Sept. 26 – Baine’s Books, Appomattox, Va.
Oct. 2 – The Purple Fiddle, Thomas, W.Va.
Oct. 3 – The Corner Store, Washington, D.C.
Oct. 4 – Rockwood Music Hall, New York
Oct. 5 – Cyber Café West, Binghamton, N.Y.
Oct. 6 – Brooklyn Rod & Gun Club, Brooklyn, N.Y.
Oct. 7 – Outer Space, Hamden, Conn.
Oct. 8 – Cantab Lounge, Cambridge, Mass.
Oct. 10 – The Middle East Corner, Cambridge, Mass.
Oct. 11 – Slainte Wine Bar, Portland, Maine
Oct. 12 – She Doesn’t Like Guthries, Lewiston, Maine
Oct. 13 – MindFull Books & Ephemera, Jaffrey, N.H.
Oct. 14 – Club Passim, Boston,
Oct. 15 – Cat in the Cream, Oberlin, Ohio
Oct. 17 – Natasha’s Bistro & Bar, Lexington, Ky.
Oct. 21 – Woodsongs Coffeehouse, Milwaukee
Oct. 23 – The Mill, Iowa City, Iowa
Oct. 25 – Avogadro’s Number, Fort Collins, Colo.
Oct. 26 – Highlands Church (Strings & Wood Concert Series), Denver
Nov. 16 – Freight & Salvage, Berkeley, Calif. (live concert recording)
For more information: melodywalkermusic.com, mcguckinpr.com
For album review copies or interview requests, contact Heidi Labensart,
McGuckin Entertainment PR, 512.478.0578; heidi@mcguckinpr.com
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ANNOUNCES COAST-TO-COAST TOUR WITH JACOB GROOPMAN
Aug. 28 release follows RockyGrass festival band competition win
AUSTIN, Texas — Melody Walker’s debut album, GOLD RUSH GODDESS, will be released nationally Aug. 28, but she and partner Jacob Groopman already have reason to celebrate: With their band Front Country, they won the band competition at RockyGrass, the July festival founded 40 years ago by bluegrass icon Bill Monroe.
Walker and Groopman are now spreading the sound they like to call “Americali” on a nationwide tour that includes stops at Aug. 22’s Jerry Garcia Tribute Concert in Berkeley and in Nashville for September’s Americana Music Festival & Conference. (See below for a list of tour dates, or check melodywalkermusic.com.)
Walker, a Bay Area native, and Groopman, raised in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, describe “Americali” as Americana with a California twist, but just as Americana melds many influences, their music draws from diverse genres including bluegrass, rock, jazz, classical, Afrobeat, samba and even Balkan folk. They never stray too far from their American folk roots, however, preferring to create literate music that honors tradition, yet sounds completely of the moment.
Led by the title track and “Family Band,” GOLD RUSH GODDESS is already drawing high praise. The Turnstyled Junkpiled blog calls it “easily one of the strongest Americana releases of 2012.” No Depression claims, “Melody Walker has created an album of exceptional tunes.” And influential Bay Area radio station KPFA-FM raves, “She kicked it out of the ballpark on this album!”
Walker and Groopman co-produced the album, recorded in a historic former general store on a remote cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. But now, they’re ready to spread Americali from sea to shining sea. And this is one gold rush you’re gonna want to get in on right now.
Upcoming tour dates include:
Aug. 14 – Park Chalet, San Francisco
Aug. 18 – El Sobrante Stomp house concert, El Sobrante, Calif.
Aug. 19 – Art in the Park, Martinez, Calif.
Aug. 21 – Hotel Utah, San Francisco
Aug. 22 – Jerry Garcia Tribute Concert Ashkenaz, Berkeley, Calif.
Aug. 23 – Hideout Saloon, Mariposa, Calif.
Aug. 24 – Cozmic Café, Placerville, Calif.
Aug. 25 – Concerts in the Plaza, Mill Valley, Calif.
Sept. 5 – Firefly Bistro, Pasadena, Calif.
Sept. 6 – The Raven Café, Prescott, Ariz.
Sept. 7 – Plush, Tucson, Ariz.
Sept. 8 – Cowgirl BBQ, Santa Fe, N.M.
Sept. 11 – The Five Spot, Nashville
Sept. 12 – Americana Music Conference, Nashville
Sept. 18 – Acoustic Coffeehouse, Johnson City, Tenn.
Sept. 19 – Preservation Pub, Knoxville, Tenn.
Sept. 20 – High Rock Outfitters, Lexington, N.C.
Sept. 21 – The Bywater, Asheville, N.C.
Sept. 22 – Ashland Coffee & Tea, Ashland, Va.
Sept. 26 – Baine’s Books, Appomattox, Va.
Oct. 2 – The Purple Fiddle, Thomas, W.Va.
Oct. 3 – The Corner Store, Washington, D.C.
Oct. 4 – Rockwood Music Hall, New York
Oct. 5 – Cyber Café West, Binghamton, N.Y.
Oct. 6 – Brooklyn Rod & Gun Club, Brooklyn, N.Y.
Oct. 7 – Outer Space, Hamden, Conn.
Oct. 8 – Cantab Lounge, Cambridge, Mass.
Oct. 10 – The Middle East Corner, Cambridge, Mass.
Oct. 11 – Slainte Wine Bar, Portland, Maine
Oct. 12 – She Doesn’t Like Guthries, Lewiston, Maine
Oct. 13 – MindFull Books & Ephemera, Jaffrey, N.H.
Oct. 14 – Club Passim, Boston,
Oct. 15 – Cat in the Cream, Oberlin, Ohio
Oct. 17 – Natasha’s Bistro & Bar, Lexington, Ky.
Oct. 21 – Woodsongs Coffeehouse, Milwaukee
Oct. 23 – The Mill, Iowa City, Iowa
Oct. 25 – Avogadro’s Number, Fort Collins, Colo.
Oct. 26 – Highlands Church (Strings & Wood Concert Series), Denver
Nov. 16 – Freight & Salvage, Berkeley, Calif. (live concert recording)
For more information: melodywalkermusic.com, mcguckinpr.com
For album review copies or interview requests, contact Heidi Labensart,
McGuckin Entertainment PR, 512.478.0578; heidi@mcguckinpr.com
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THE ROYS Ramp Up Launch Of New CD With Prescription Bluegrass & SiriusXM Promo Exclusives
PRESCRIPTION BLUEGRASS Offers Premiere of Lyric Video August 13-19 & Duo Goes Track-By-Track With BLUEGRASS JUNCTION, SiriusXM 61 August 22-26
Nashville, TN (August 13, 2012) -- THE ROYS ramp up to the August 28 launch of their new Rural Rhythm Records' CD, NEW DAY DAWNING, with exclusive promotions on PRESCRIPTION BLUEGRASS and BLUEGRASS JUNCTION, SiriusXM 61 Track-By-Track.
Starting today, fans can catch a first for Bluegrass artists as PB debuts a Lyric Video for the duo's current single, "Still Standing." According to the site's Brian McNeal, "Lyric videos aren't a new thing, but with some sleuthing we've discovered that they are new to Bluegrass. We've been in this trend-setting duo's fan-camp since their first album, so we're extremely proud to help them launch this CD with this first-of-its-kind for Bluegrass lyric video." The catchy piece can be seen HERE.
Beginning August 22, SiriusXM will take an in-depth look at THE ROYS' new project during their popular Track-By-Track program. Lee and Elaine offer insights into their songs and discuss their musical influences in the intimate interview with show host Kyle Cantrell. Cantrell urges fans to tune in, saying, "Elaine and Lee have such a gift for finding great songs, and singing wonderful harmony, and they're fun to talk to as well. We had such a good time chatting with them about their new release, NEW DAY DAWNING. Don't miss this show!" Music fans can catch the BLUEGRASS JUNCTION, SiriusXM 61 broadcast on the following dates/times (EASTERN):
Wednesday, 8/22, 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, 8/23, 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 8/25, 8:00 a.m.
Sunday, 8/26, 11:00 a.m.
Fans can pre-order their copy of NEW DAY DAWNING now from AMAZON or from THEROYSonline.
ABOUT THE ROYS
One of the fastest-rising acts in the business, THE ROYS are heralded for a vibrant and progressive instrumental attitude that complements their vocal style. Their distinctive Roots sound has enchanted fans since the duo arrived in Nashville six years ago. With over 150 dates booked so far this year, Lee and Elaine have shared the stage with George Jones, Lady Antebellum, Jason Aldean, John Rich, Darryl Worley, Janie Fricke, The Oak Ridge Boys and Chris Young. Additionally, they have enjoyed high-profile TV gigs, including performances on Fox & Friends, Daytime, The Daily Buzz, ABC's What's The Buzz, GAC's Headline Country, RFD's Campfire Café and Larry's Country Diner and more. They were recently featured in the PBS television special Pa's Fiddle: Charles Ingalls, American Fiddler and have hosted seven episodes of the Bluegrass Mountains television show. THE ROYS' first Rural Rhythm Records' CD, LONESOME WHISTLE, earned them a spot on BILLBOARD'S Top 50 Bluegrass Albums of 2011 Chart and gave them two hit singles: "Coal Minin' Man" and "Trailblazer." In addition to chart success, the duo is also receiving the accolades of their peers, winning the coveted 2011 Inspirational Country Music's Bluegrass Artist of the Year. The siblings were previously honored with the ICM's Duo of the Year award in 2010 and 2009.
www.THEROYSonline.com
Friday, August 3, 2012
New Music From the Harper Family
What is so great about family bands? They always seem to have a natural chemistry and the ability to fit together just right.
Bluegrass has a tradition of great family groups, from the Carter Family to Cherryholmes. In this tradition, where great music is the norm, The Harper Family rises to the top.
They exemplify what is so magical about a fine family Bluegrass outfit; seamless playing and singing and an effortless blend that make complex music seem easy.
But this group from Missouri has something extra. They can do all of the above better than most in the business. This first major release, Changes, is a stunning recording with a perfect mix of all Gospel songs that spotlight the incredible talent of this group.
Changes grabs your attention immediately with the opening mandolin/guitar duel on “Salt and Light.” From an epic rendering of “King’s Ransom” to a creative remake of the classic “I’ll Live Again,” this project will make Southern Gospel fans love their sound and bluegrass fans love their message.
We think you will agree—the Harper Family is the future of Gospel Bluegrass!
Changes will be available August, 21 at Crossroads, iTunes, and Amazon. You can preview samples here.
THE ROYS Are Candidates For Nomination in Three ICM Awards Categories
The Roys Are Candidates For Nomination In Three Inspirational & Christian Country Music™ Award Categories
Entertainer of the Year, Vocal Duo, Inspirational Bluegrass Artist
Nashville, TN (July 31, 2012) -- The reigning Inspirational Country Music Bluegrass Artist of the Year, THE ROYS, are candidates for nomination in three ICM award categories for 2012: Entertainer, Vocal Duo and Inspirational Bluegrass Artist. The Roys have enjoyed "blessed good fortune" in 2011, and their hard work continues to pay off for them in 2012 with hit records as well as high-profile appearances on stage, television and radio. Says Lee Roy, "We are so lucky to do what we love best. It's an honor to be in the next round of voting. We are excited to be in such great company." The organization's second round of balloting begins soon, and more information about the October 18 ICM Faith, Family & Country™ Awards Show can be found at www.ccma.cc
In their career, Lee and Elaine have shared the stage with George Jones, Lady Antebellum, Jason Aldean, John Rich, Darryl Worley, Janie Fricke, The Oak Ridge Boys and Chris Young. This year to date, they have over 150 concerts booked. They were recently featured in the PBS television special Pa's Fiddle: Charles Ingalls, American Fiddler and have hosted seven episodes of the Bluegrass Mountains television show. THE ROYS are in-demand guests who have enjoyed high-profile TV appearances that have included performances on Fox & Friends, Daytime, The Daily Buzz, ABC's What's The Buzz, GAC's Headline Country, RFD's Campfire Café, Larry's Country Diner, Praise The Lord with Jason Crabb and more.
THE ROYS' newest single, "Still Standing," from their upcoming (August 28 issue) Rural Rhythm Records' CD, NEW DAY DAWNING, is already drawing praise from industry and fans alike.
The duo's first CD for the label, LONESOME WHISTLE, earned them a spot on BILLBOARD'S Top 50 Bluegrass Albums of 2011 Chart and gave them two hit singles: "Coal Minin' Man" and "Trailblazer." In addition to chart success, the siblings have also received accolades from their peers and were previously honored with the ICM's Duo of the Year award in 2010 and 2009. Lee and Elaine have toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada and made their debut in Australia this past January.
This year INSIDE EDITION correspondent Megan Alexander and GAC HEADLINE COUNTRY host Storme Warren will return to co-host the Awards show at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Tickets for the ICM Faith, Family & Country™ 20th Anniversary Awards Week are on sale now.
For all the latest news on Lee and Elaine, click www.theroysonline.com. Fans can pre-order their copy of NEW DAY DAWNING now from AMAZON.
Entertainer of the Year, Vocal Duo, Inspirational Bluegrass Artist
Nashville, TN (July 31, 2012) -- The reigning Inspirational Country Music Bluegrass Artist of the Year, THE ROYS, are candidates for nomination in three ICM award categories for 2012: Entertainer, Vocal Duo and Inspirational Bluegrass Artist. The Roys have enjoyed "blessed good fortune" in 2011, and their hard work continues to pay off for them in 2012 with hit records as well as high-profile appearances on stage, television and radio. Says Lee Roy, "We are so lucky to do what we love best. It's an honor to be in the next round of voting. We are excited to be in such great company." The organization's second round of balloting begins soon, and more information about the October 18 ICM Faith, Family & Country™ Awards Show can be found at www.ccma.cc
In their career, Lee and Elaine have shared the stage with George Jones, Lady Antebellum, Jason Aldean, John Rich, Darryl Worley, Janie Fricke, The Oak Ridge Boys and Chris Young. This year to date, they have over 150 concerts booked. They were recently featured in the PBS television special Pa's Fiddle: Charles Ingalls, American Fiddler and have hosted seven episodes of the Bluegrass Mountains television show. THE ROYS are in-demand guests who have enjoyed high-profile TV appearances that have included performances on Fox & Friends, Daytime, The Daily Buzz, ABC's What's The Buzz, GAC's Headline Country, RFD's Campfire Café, Larry's Country Diner, Praise The Lord with Jason Crabb and more.
THE ROYS' newest single, "Still Standing," from their upcoming (August 28 issue) Rural Rhythm Records' CD, NEW DAY DAWNING, is already drawing praise from industry and fans alike.
The duo's first CD for the label, LONESOME WHISTLE, earned them a spot on BILLBOARD'S Top 50 Bluegrass Albums of 2011 Chart and gave them two hit singles: "Coal Minin' Man" and "Trailblazer." In addition to chart success, the siblings have also received accolades from their peers and were previously honored with the ICM's Duo of the Year award in 2010 and 2009. Lee and Elaine have toured extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada and made their debut in Australia this past January.
This year INSIDE EDITION correspondent Megan Alexander and GAC HEADLINE COUNTRY host Storme Warren will return to co-host the Awards show at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Tickets for the ICM Faith, Family & Country™ 20th Anniversary Awards Week are on sale now.
For all the latest news on Lee and Elaine, click www.theroysonline.com. Fans can pre-order their copy of NEW DAY DAWNING now from AMAZON.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
BEN AND BILLY COCKMAN TO COMPETE IN NATIONAL GUITAR COMPETITION
Ben and Billy Cockman, of The Cockman Family, will be travelling to compete
in National Flat Pick Guitar, Mandolin, and Banjo contest at the Walnut
Valley Festival Winfield, KS. Over the weekend, the youngest son, Ben,
took the 2012 Guitar Championship during Hartsville, SC at The Reno Fest.
Ben Cockman won an D18 acoustic guitar hand built by award winning stringed
instrument craftsman Gerald Anderson. “After winning the award,” said dad
John Cockman, “he was given the opportunity to perform a song with the guys
who helped make the guitar.” Watch the video of Ben Cockman performing
‘I’ll Fly Away’ with The Four Virginia Luthiers here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ryfp_n-fqs.
The Cockman Family is set to release their new radio single “Were You There
When They Crucified My Lord?” with Homeland Inspiration Group in early
April 2012.
About The Cockman Family:
The Cockmans have a unique bluegrass gospel style. Their harmonies,
original songs and original arrangements of the old gospel songs have been
immensely popular with their audiences. Fans love their family-style
entertainment as well. As the family continues to grow, the grandchildren
are also joining in on the tradition. They love to sing and they love the
Lord. Their family ties are strong, and the warmth of that is conveyed in
their performances.
The Cockman Family has been nominated for Bluegrass Artists of the Year,
Instrumentalist of the Year and Bluegrass Band of the Year by the Country
Gospel Music Association (CGMA), and for Gold Cross Bluegrass Group of the
Year by the International Country Gospel Music Association. The Cockman
Family was selected as one of "The 12 Most Creative Families In America" by
American Greetings Cards and USA Today Weekend. The Cockman Family is
listed in the North Carolina Arts Council for North Carolina Touring and
Resident Artist Directory, and has produced a concert video that is aired
regularly on the SET (Southern Entertainment Television) 24 hour satellite
gospel programming network and other local TV stations around the country.
For more information on The Cockman Family,
visit http://www.cockmanfamily.com/
For more information on Homeland Inspiration Group,
visit http://www.homelandinspirationgroup.com/
For Press Information:
Brittany Maxwell
Director of Media
Homeland Inspiration Group
706.870.4974
brittanydmaxwell@gmail.com
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
STEVE MARTIN & THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS NAMED IBMA ENTERTAINERS OF THE YEAR
(from left to right: Nicky Sanders, Charles Humphrey III, Woody Platt, Steve Martin, Mike Guggino and Graham Sharp. Photo by Alane Anno)
On the strength of a busy touring schedule, a string of national television appearances and the release of a new album, Rare Bird Alert on Rounder Records, Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers took home the Entertainer of the Year award at the 22nd annual International Bluegrass Music Awards Thursday night, September 29 at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. Martin, who always included banjo picking in his early stand-up comedy routines, has become more serious about recording and performing bluegrass music during the past two years, with the release of two albums of original music.
Martin appeared at the microphone to receive the bluegrass music industry’s highest music award, leapt a few times into the air, congratulated the other Entertainer of the Year nominees and jokingly thanked them for losing. He went on to thank producers John McEuen and Tony Trischka as well as his band mates, and then he talked about how hard they’ve been working on their music, as well as the humor and entertainment aspects of their show, while never denigrating the music. Martin said that while half of their audience usually comes to see him not knowing anything about bluegrass, “they all leave loving it, and maybe they seek out other musicians. We’re really, really honored to win this award tonight.”
Steep Canyon Rangers lead singer, Woody Platt quipped, “Working with Steve, we might be the most entertained of all. Most of all we thank Steve for giving us this most amazing ride.”
Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers, a young group based in North Carolina named IBMA’s Emerging Artist of the Year in 2007, played “Me and Paul Revere” during the Awards Show—a song Martin wrote from the perspective of Revere’s horse and performed on national television at the Capitol 4th Concert in Washington, D.C. July 4. There’s always been something a little magic about fiddle and banjo music, and Martin’s deft clawhammer style underscored by Nicky Sanders’ exuberant fiddling and soaring three-part vocal harmony from the Rangers definitely did the trick.
It was an exciting night for New York State-based band, The Gibson Brothers, who took home awards for Vocal Group of the Year and Album of the Year for Help My Brother, on Compass Records.
The Boxcars, a new combination of veteran musicians, were named Emerging Artists of the Year and Instrumental Group of the Year. Band member Ron Stewart tied for Banjo Player of the Year with The Grascals’ Kristin Scott Benson, who received the award for the fourth consecutive year.
Balsam Range received top honors for Song of the Year for “Trains I Missed,” written by Walt Wilkins, Gilles Godard & Nicole Witt. “There are a lot of folks out there—myself included—who are thankful for some of those trains missed and how things turned out,” commented Tim Surrett of Balsam Range.
Legendary artists Doyle Lawson, J.D. Crowe and Paul Williams took home two trophies for Recorded Event of the Year and Gospel Recorded Performance, for “Prayer Bells from Heaven.” The three announced their plans to record a second Old Friends album, much to the delight of fans in attendance at the Awards Show.
Russell Moore of IIIrd Tyme Out and Dale Ann Bradley took home awards for Male Vocalist and Female Vocalist of the Year—the fourth time for each. Rob Ickes of Blue Highway was awarded his 13th Dobro Player of the Year award, the most trophies any individual instrumentalist has received in the history of the IBMA Awards.
Michael Cleveland was named Fiddle Player of the Year for the ninth time, and his band received the award for Instrumental Recorded Performance of the Year for “Goin’ Up Dray Branch,” a song written by Buddy Spicher and Jimmy Martin. Marshall Wilborn was named Bass Player of the Year for the third time, Bryan Sutton received the Guitar Player of the Year award for the sixth time, and Adam Steffey dedicated his eighth Mandolin Player of the Year to his twin sons, who he expects to be born in the next two weeks.
Hosted by legendary mandolin player and band leader Sam Bush, the 2011 IBMA Awards Show were a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Bill Monroe, recognized as the Father of Bluegrass.
Sam Bush told a story about how a young musician once approached Bill Monroe and played a tune he’d written squarely in the Monroe style. The older mandolinist listened carefully and said, “That’s real good. What can you do on your own now?” The question was answered at the IBMA Awards, as band after talented band hit the stage.
As bluegrass music heads into the second hundred years after its founder’s birth, the genre is stronger than ever—as evidenced by a number of virtuoso level, high energy live performances from The Sam Bush Band, The Grascals, Balsam Range, The Del McCoury Band, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Sierra Hull & Highway 111, Lonesome River Band, The Boxcars, The Gibson Brothers, Dailey & Vincent, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver—later joined by J.D. Crowe and Paul Williams, George Shuffler, Hall of Famer Tom Gray and new Distinguished Award recipient Roland White.
The moment that probably would have made Bill Monroe smile was when White kicked into “Wheel Hoss,” with the next break played in twin harmony by Sam Bush and Ronnie McCoury on their mandolins. Dailey & Vincent thrilled the crowd with triple fiddles added to their usual line-up for “Close By,” and The Grascals brought two young girls from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital who are battling cancer onstage with them to sing “I Am Strong,” a song inspired by the band’s trip to St. Jude.
Ronnie and Rob McCoury inducted their father into the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, and guitarist James Alan Shelton inducted George Shuffler, the bass and cross-picked guitar stylist known as “the third Stanley Brother.” The evening ended with a guitar rendition of “Life is Like a Mountain Railway” from Shuffler and Shelton, backed by Gray, and a medley of Del McCoury songs delivered in his trademark, scalding tenor range.
The International Bluegrass Music Awards are voted on by the professional membership of the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA), which serves as the trade association for the bluegrass music industry. The IBMA Awards Show is the centerpiece of the World of Bluegrass Week September 26 – October 2 in Nashville, Tenn., which also includes the IBMA Business Conference and Bluegrass Fan Fest.
The IBMA Awards Show was broadcast live on Sirius XM Satellite Radio (Bluegrass Junction, Channel 61) and on WSM-AM; the show will be syndicated to more than 300 U.S. markets and 14 foreign networks thanks to the sponsorship of Martha White, Deering Banjos, the International Bluegrass Music Museum, Bluegrass, Moonshine & The Birth of NASCAR – The Movie, Compass Records and the Academy of Bluegrass. Program directors and station managers may sign up to be affiliates by calling (615) 256-3222 or emailing jill@ibma.org
A complete list of nominees, this year’s Hall of Fame inductees and the recipients of the Distinguished Achievement Award are listed below.
The 2011 International Bluegrass Awards:
Hall of Fame Inductees - Del McCoury, George Shuffler
Entertainer of the Year - Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers
Vocal Group of the Year - The Gibson Brothers
Instrumental Group of the Year - The Boxcars
Male Vocalist of the Year - Russell Moore
Female Vocalist of the Year - Dale Ann Bradley
Emerging Artist of the Year - The Boxcars
Album of the Year - Help My Brother by The Gibson Brothers (artists), Eric & Leigh Gibson and Mike Barber (producers), Compass (label)
Instrumental Recorded Performance of the Year - "Goin' Up Dry Branch," Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper (artist), Buddy Spicher & Jimmy Martin (songwriters), Jeff White & Michael Cleveland (producers), Rounder (label)
Gospel Recorded Performance of the Year - "Prayer Bells of Heaven" by J.D. Crowe, Doyle Lawson, & Paul Williams (artists), Ben Isaacs (producer), Mountain Home (label)
Song of the Year - "Trains I Missed;" Balsam Range (artists); Walt Wilkins, Gilles Godard & Nicole Witt (songwriters)
Recorded Event of the Year - "Prayer Bells of Heaven" by J.D. Crowe, Doyle Lawson & Paul Williams (artists); Ben Isaacs (producer); Mountain Home (label)
Banjo Player of the Year - Kristin Scott Benson and Ron Stewart (tie)
Guitar Player of the Year - Bryan Sutton
Fiddle Player of the Year - Michael Cleveland
Bass Player of the Year - Marshall Wilborn
Mandolin Player of the Year - Adam Steffey
Dobro Player of the Year - Rob Ickes
Distinguished Achievement Award Recipients - Greg Cahill, Bill Knowlton, Lilly Pavlak, Geoff Stelling, Roland White
Broadcaster of the Year - Katy Daley, WAMU Bluegrass Country
Print Media Person of the Year - Juli Thanki, Engine145.com
Bluegrass Event of the Year - Silver Dollar City's Bluegrass & BBQ Festival; Branson, Mo.
Best Graphic Design - Ricardo Alessio & Erica Harris (designer & artist), Abigail Washburn (artist), Rounder (label)
Best Liner Notes - Colin Escott (writer), A Mother's Prayer, Ralph Stanley (artist), Rebel (label)
Friday, September 2, 2011
The Roys In Running For Three Inspirational Country Music Awards
Winners Announced In Nashville October 28Duo To Perform On Show With Ricky Skaggs & The Whites
Nashville, TN (September 1, 2011) -- The reigning Inspirational Country Music Duo of the Year, The Roys, are in the running for three more ICM awards this year: Vocal Duo of The Year, Inspirational Bluegrass Artist and Inspirational Country Song ("I Wonder What God's Thinking"). Winners will be announced during the 2011 ICM Faith, Family & Country Awards show, held in Nashville on Friday, October 28 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The Roys will perform "That's What Makes It Love" that night with special guests Ricky Skaggs and The Whites. Both songs are from The Roys' current CD, LONESOME WHISTLE, which was recorded at Skaggs Place Studio and released March 22 this year on Rural Rhythm Records. The disc debuted at #7 on BILLBOARD's Bluegrass Albums Chart, and is currently #6 on Bluegrass Unlimited's Top 15 Albums Chart, #7 on Cashbox Magazine's Top 20 Bluegrass Albums Chart and #16 on The Alternate Root's Top 66 Bluegrass Album Chart."We're overjoyed to be nominated again this year," says Elaine Roy. "And it will be amazing to perform on stage with legends like Ricky Skaggs and The Whites," adds her brother, Lee. "They were amazing to work with in the studio." Ricky and The Whites appear on the recorded version of "That's What Makes It Love." The brother/sister duo has enjoyed numerous high-profile performances this year, kicking off Country Thunder Festival USA (where they opened for Lady Antebellum), Dollywood (Pigeon Forge, TN), Dogwood Park Concert Series (Greenville, TN), and more. They've appeared on several Fox Television Network shows, Daily Buzz, ABC-TV's What's The Buzz, Daytime, GAC-TV, and numerous other popular programs. Upcoming shows include dates with country legend Janie Fricke, and performances at the Kentucky Renaissance Fair, Heroes Music Festival at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Rocky River Fall Bluegrass Festival and dates in Florida, Kentucky and Tennessee. Fans can catch up with all the news and complete itinerary on The Roys by clicking on www.theroysonline.com For further information on the 2011 ICM Week in Nashville, click on: www.ICM-awards.com.
Nashville, TN (September 1, 2011) -- The reigning Inspirational Country Music Duo of the Year, The Roys, are in the running for three more ICM awards this year: Vocal Duo of The Year, Inspirational Bluegrass Artist and Inspirational Country Song ("I Wonder What God's Thinking"). Winners will be announced during the 2011 ICM Faith, Family & Country Awards show, held in Nashville on Friday, October 28 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center. The Roys will perform "That's What Makes It Love" that night with special guests Ricky Skaggs and The Whites. Both songs are from The Roys' current CD, LONESOME WHISTLE, which was recorded at Skaggs Place Studio and released March 22 this year on Rural Rhythm Records. The disc debuted at #7 on BILLBOARD's Bluegrass Albums Chart, and is currently #6 on Bluegrass Unlimited's Top 15 Albums Chart, #7 on Cashbox Magazine's Top 20 Bluegrass Albums Chart and #16 on The Alternate Root's Top 66 Bluegrass Album Chart."We're overjoyed to be nominated again this year," says Elaine Roy. "And it will be amazing to perform on stage with legends like Ricky Skaggs and The Whites," adds her brother, Lee. "They were amazing to work with in the studio." Ricky and The Whites appear on the recorded version of "That's What Makes It Love." The brother/sister duo has enjoyed numerous high-profile performances this year, kicking off Country Thunder Festival USA (where they opened for Lady Antebellum), Dollywood (Pigeon Forge, TN), Dogwood Park Concert Series (Greenville, TN), and more. They've appeared on several Fox Television Network shows, Daily Buzz, ABC-TV's What's The Buzz, Daytime, GAC-TV, and numerous other popular programs. Upcoming shows include dates with country legend Janie Fricke, and performances at the Kentucky Renaissance Fair, Heroes Music Festival at Atlanta Motor Speedway, Rocky River Fall Bluegrass Festival and dates in Florida, Kentucky and Tennessee. Fans can catch up with all the news and complete itinerary on The Roys by clicking on www.theroysonline.com For further information on the 2011 ICM Week in Nashville, click on: www.ICM-awards.com.
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