Randy Owen teamed up with his Alabama band mates, Jeff Cook, Teddy Gentry and Mark Herndon, in their home base of Ft. Payne, Alabama on Saturday for the unveiling of a larger-than-life bronze statue of the Country Music Hall of Fame superstars. Located at the corner of Ft. Payne City Park at Gault Avenue and 4th St. NE, the home of the new statues was packed with locals, city and state dignitaries and the families of all four members.
Randy was in Washington DC yesterday to accept an NAB Education Foundation ´s Celebration of Service to America Award on behalf of Country Cares for St. Jude Kids, one of the most successful radio fund-raising events in America, for which Owen played a vital role in establishing in 1989. Since its inception, Country Cares has worked with nearly 200 radio stations to raise over $340 million for the kids of St. Jude.
His debut single on Broken Bow Records, "Like I Never Broke Her Heart," ships to radio this week. Written by Shannon Lawson and Mitzi Dawn, Randy felt an immediate connection with the song. "When I first heard this I thought it was one of the greatest titles I ´d ever heard," he recalls. "This is one of those great songs I like to wrap myself around and really get into. It ´s one of my family ´s favorite songs."
06.01.2008
Randy´s New Show Gets a Great Review, By ROY GRABER, Courier Editor
The look may have been different, but the sound was remarkably similar.
When Randy Owen, known worldwide as the lead singer of the band Alabama took the stage at the Winfield Country Roundup Thursday night, he had a different crew in tow.
The country roundup continues through today in Winfield at the fairgrounds.
His backup band and singers were mostly younger and beard-free, and his fiddle player was a young woman wearing a red spaghetti strap dress and high heels.
While some Roundup attendees were worried that Owen would not be playing the old Alabama classics that helped make him famous, he quickly put those fears to rest. He opened by coming on the catwalk of the stage singing "If You´re Gonna Play in Texas."
For his second number he performed "Forty Hour Week," and at the end of the song, he repeated the line "Hello, Kansas wheat field farmer, let me thank you for your time."
But it wasn´t just the farmers who got the message of appreciation.
"I thank you for your time. Thank you for being here," Owen said.
Owen went on to perform hit after hit in a high energy show, frequently drawing attention to and appreciation for the members of his band. While he mostly sang during the set, he also showcased his guitar-playing skills on a few numbers.
In a festival that has historically been plagued by damp weather, Owen praised the festival and the Kansas weather.
"I wish every show we did was like this one. I like the folks, I like the atmosphere, I like the temperature," he said.
After, Owen closed his show, he sang three encores. Flattered by the admiration shown by the fans, he reciprocated.
"I love you all more than you love me," he said. "I´ll guarantee it."
Owen came out after performances from Pat Green, Jypsi and Rubbermaid Idol contestants.
05.28.2008
Randy Speaks With 4-H
Randy, a 4-H alumni whose legendary group ALABAMA is featured on the new CLOVER COUNTRY CD, was recently interviewed by the 4-H
Network’s brightest, aspiring young journalist, 10-year-old Claire Turner. Turner, who belongs to Washington 4-H, was in Las Vegas
to interview country artists associated with 4-H and the CLOVER COUNTRY project.
CLOVER COUNTRY is a country music compilation CD that features famous 4-H alumni, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the
good works of 4-H. The project aims to generate awareness and support for 4-H,America's largest youth development organization.
Featured artists on CLOVER COUNTRY includeSugarland, Dolly Parton, Martina McBride, Faith Hill, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Alabama,
Luke Bryan, Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell and Hillary Lindsey. The CD is currently available through www.4-hmall.org.
CLOVER COUNTRY first came to fruition when 4-H internal representatives recognized that many 4-H alumni where high profile country
artists, interested in continuing their support for 4-H. The project was specifically conceived to include only those recording
artists with a 4-H background and history. EMI Music Special Markets was tapped to manufacture, distribute and assist in marketing
the CD. Don Floyd and Jennifer Sirangelo serve as Executive Producers of the project, which was produced by Loren Harriet.
Randy was in Las Vegas to attend the Academy of Country Music Awards and to headline a free concert at the Fremont Street Experience,
an annual event leading up to the ACMs. 4-H alumni JENNIFER NETTLES and her band SUGARLAND, topped the bill at Fremont Street the
following evening. 4-H alumni REBA MCINTIRE was tapped to host the ACM’s for the 10th time in her career.
4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, serving 6.5 million young people across America. National 4-H Council is
the national, private sector, non-profit partner of the 4-H Youth Development Program and its parent, the Cooperative Extension System
of the United States Department of Agriculture. For more information, visit www.4-h.org. For more information on Clover Country, please
visit www.clovercountrycd.com.
05.27.2008
RANDY SIGNS WITH BROKEN BOW RECORDS
Single in June, One On One to Hit November 11, 2008
(Nashville, Tennessee…) – May 27, 2008 – Benny Brown, Owner/CEO of Broken Bow Records, has announced the signing of Country Music Hall of
Famer and front man of the legendary group Alabama Randy Owen to the powerhouse independent label. The first single will ship June 11, and
his debut solo project One On One will hit stores November 11, 2008.
“Randy Owen has played a major role in country music’s success over the past 25 years,” said Brown. “And along the way he’s been humble,
generous and real. Randy’s also a great family man and humanitarian. I speak for the entire BBR team when I say how excited we are to be
in business with Randy. I can’t wait for everyone to hear his first solo album.”
“We’re really proud of what we accomplished on our own with Randy’s ‘Braid My Hair’ release as a tool to help raise money and awareness
for Country Cares for St. Jude Kids,” said Dale Morris & Associates’ Shawn Pennington. “Broken Bow has established itself as a leader among
independent labels, and we look forward to working with their team to make a strong impact at radio, retail and other levels for Randy Owen.”
Produced by John Rich, of Big & Rich fame, Randy wrote or co-wrote seven of the 11 cuts on One On One. In addition to the numerous music
industry awards Randy received as a member of Alabama, he recently received The Paul G. Rogers Public Service Award for his work with St.
Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the prestigious Ellis Island Medal of Honor. On June 9, he will accept the NAB Service to America Award
on behalf of Country Cares for St. Jude Kids. Randy played a vital role in establishing the Country Cares radiothon program in 1989, and it has
raised an astounding $340 million for the kids of St. Jude.
“Signing with Broken Bow is something I’m truly excited about for me and my whole team,” said Randy about the news. “I definitely felt an
immediate connection with everyone at the label, and meeting Benny Brown and Brad Howell (GM of BBR) was like meeting people I grew up with
– down home people like I am. We share a lot in common, and that’s helpful when you’re working together to get this music out there.”
This past weekend, Randy and his family hosted their 25th annual Hereford Cattle Sale at his Tennessee River Music Ranch. Over $200,000 was
raised for the Hereford Youth Foundation of America. On June 5, he and his 10-piece band will headline the opening night of the debut BamaJam
Music & Arts Festival in Enterprise,Alabama.
05.22.2008
FORT PAYNE HONORS ALABAMA BAND WITH STATUES
Larger-than-life bronze statues of Country Music Hall of Fame superstars Alabama will be dedicated during a ceremony at City Park in downtown
Fort Payne on June 7th. Government officials, music business executives, friends, fans, and family members will assemble to honor the band.
The public is cordially invited to attend the dedication ceremony, which begins at 11:00 a.m. CDT.
Three members of the group grew up in Fort Payne, and all four of them have ived in the Fort Payne area throughout most of their mutual career.
“We’re extremely proud that their home has been in Alabama,” says Fort Payne City council President Johnny Eberhart. “We wanted to carve that
pride in stone.” During a stellar career that lasted over thirty years, the band produced 21 gold, platinum and multi-platinum albums and 42
number one singles, selling over 73 million records. Alabama has received over 150 industry awards including 8 country music "Entertainer of
the Year" honors, 2 Grammys, 2 People's Choice Awards and their very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They were named the "Artist of
the Decade" by the Academy of Country Music in 1989 and "Country Group of the Century" by the Recording Industry Association of
America in 1999. They have entertained millions of loyal fans.
The corner of Fort Payne City Park at Gault Avenue and 4th Street Northeast is being prepared for the statues. Sandstone, limestone and reclaimed
Fort Payne boom-era bricks are being utilized. The entire park is currently being renovated to enhance the overall visitor experience. Eberhart
and Mayor Bill Jordan are directing the park improvements and statue installation.
“We want Alabama’s fans to join us in Fort Payne for this very special day,” added Mayor Jordan. For additional information, contact City Clerk
Jim McGee, (256) 845-1524 cityhall@fortpayne.org
05.12.2008
Randy Featured by 'American Songwriter Magazine'
Randy reveals song-writing secrets, recounts stories from his days with Alabama and discusses his solo career in an exclusive interview with
‘American Songwriter Magazine.’
What is your usual process for writing a song, and has it changed over the years?
I wish I had a formula - like the great writers - but that is not me. I wish I could!
One of the great Alabama songs, “Feels So Right”…one of the newly-recorded songs on the new CD The Last Stand, is only available at Cracker Barrel.
Do you remember writing that one?
I was 17 and wrote that song one afternoon about my sweetheart. I had never known anyone that was as beautiful as that girl. A couple years late
r I played it for a girl from West Virginia, back when we were playing at The Bowery in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I was thinking about changing
the 2nd verse and, when I played the song, she told me not to re-write that 2nd verse. So I didn't. I played at the Bowery one night, and people
seemed to like it. When Alabama became bigger I played it for [our producer] Harold Shedd in the studio at The Music Mill in Nashville. We cut the
song, and I didn’t play my original licks, but the musicians made it sound so good…I sang the song that night, and people in the studio felt really
good about it... “Feels So Right.” When we were doing the 2nd June Jam in Fort Payne, Alabama, I was singing that song, looked across the lights…and
the light beam was in the face of the girl that I wrote the song for years earlier; we smiled at each other - it was a special moment.
Now…who did you co-write with for your upcoming solo album [as yet unreleased], produced by John Rich?
I've been writing with John Rich and his crew - Shannon Lawson, James Otto, and Vicky McGehee - The Muzik Mafia folks. I love those people…takes me back
to the Myrtle Beach days. The Muzik Mafia is what I stepped into in Myrtle Beach in 1973 - all the varieties of music and people - and they all loved
music of all kinds…rock, country, southern rock…Mickey Spillain, the famed author, used to hang out with us. He would buy us beers when we didn’t have
a lot of money. We’d go to his house on Murrell’s Inlet, just below Myrtle Beach, we’d have an oyster fry and shrimp and a bunch of great food on many
Sunday afternoons. I saw him a couple years ago before he passed way, and he said he was working on another book at the time.
Which songwriter that is no longer with us would you have loved to have written song with, if it would have been possible?
[Pause] HANK - The king of them all!
04.29.2008
Another Great Day For Charity
The 21st Annual Randy Owen Golf Tournament, held Saturday at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail in Florence, Alabama, not only drew music artists
such as Angela Hacker, David St Romain, James LeBlanc and Megan Mullins but also attracted baseball Hall Of Famers Johnny Bench and Gaylord Perry.
The MuzikMafia's Two-Foot Fred was on hand to keep golfers refreshed with drinks and cigars.
The annual tourney is played on a different course in Alabama each year and has raised over $2 million for children in the Alabama Sheriffs'
Youth Ranches. There are four ranches across the state of Alabama, three of which house boys and one that houses girls. Each ranch is home to
10 children between the ages of 6 and 18, and, in the organization's 40-year history, it has served more than 3,000 kids.
"When the man calls, I'm there," Johnny Bench said told Florence's Times Daily newspaper as he waited outside the clubhouse for his tee time.
"It's been 22 years since the first time I heard Alabama perform, and that was when I was in Tampa, Fla. Needless to say, their music is special."
04.21.2008
A Wonderful Honor for Randy
A Wonderful Honor for Randy
(Nashville, Tennessee…) – April 21, 2008 – Randy Owen, lead singer of the legendary group Alabama has been chosen to receive the prestigious Ellis
Island Medal of Honor in a ceremony to be held in New York City on Saturday, May 10, 2008.
The Ellis Island Medal of Honor was established in 1986 to pay tribute to the immigrant experience and individual achievement, and are awarded to U.S.
citizens from various ethnic backgrounds. The honorees are awarded for showing outstanding qualities in their personal and professional lives, yet
maintaining the richness of their particular heritage. The award ceremony is held each May on Ellis Island. The Honor is recognized by the United States House of Representatives and the Senate, and as such the names of all winners are listed in the Congressional Record.
Past recipients include six U.S. Presidents, Nobel Prize winners, athletes, leaders of industry, artists and actors such as Bill Clinton, George H.W.
Bush, Gerald Ford, Bob Hope as well as others whose work has made a lasting impact on humanity. Owen joins a select few music artists such as Glen
Campbell, Natalie Cole, Wayne Newton, who have received the honor over the years.
“This is one of the most memorable things to happen to my family and me,” said Randy. “I am so proud to be able to represent a whole lot of my family.
This just shows you as a kid growing up in poverty, with a lot of love and determination, you can do a lot in this great country.”
As the lead singer and principle songwriter of Alabama, Randy Owen received over 150 industry awards including eight Country Music Association honors
for "Entertainer of the Year", two Grammys, two People's Choice Awards and their very own star on the "Hollywood Walk of Fame." They were named the
"Artist of the Decade" by the Academy of Country Music and "Country Group of the Century" by the Recording Industry Association of America. In November
2005 Randy and his Alabama band mates received Country Music’s highest honor, being inducted into The Country Music Hall of Fame. Alabama is one of the
20 best-selling acts of all time racking up 21 gold, platinum and multi-platinum albums, 42 number one singles and more than 73 million records sold.
Randy Owen has played a part in many different causes and charitable events throughout the years. His passion for helping others is evident through the
types of causes he chooses to support. He has played an integral role in raising millions of dollars for schools, public service organizations, hospitals,
youth ranches and scholarships through a myriad of events. But perhaps nothing touches his heart quite like his 19-year commitment to the kids of St. Jude
Children’s Research Hospital. In 1989 Randy was asked to address the Country Radio Seminar in Nashville following the death of Danny Thomas who was to be
the seminar’s keynote speaker. Inspired by the dreams and determination Thomas, who founded St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Randy offered a challenge
to those in attendance to accept Danny’s dream of eradicating childhood cancers and other catastrophic diseases. Randy delivered the message well. Country
radio accepted the challenge, and “Country Cares for St. Jude Kids” was born. The national radiothon program is embraced by hundreds of radio stations all
over America, having raised over $315 million to date.
Last summer, Tony Thomas, son of Danny, presented Randy with the Founder’s Award - an honor that Danny only bestowed on very special occasions. In June,
Randy will be on hand to accept an award at the 10th annual NAB Education Foundation's Celebration of Service to America Awards on behalf of Country Cares
for St. Jude Kids. In addition, The Friends of the National Library of Medicine organization have chosen him to receive the Paul G. Rogers Public Service
Award for his many years of work with St. Jude at a ceremony in Washington, DC on May 13, 2008.
Randy recently recorded his debut solo project, One On One, which will hit stores later this year. He performs regularly with his new band and will hit the
road on a nationwide tour beginning May 31.
About NECO:
NECO was created in 1984 on the conviction of its founder, William Denis Fugazy, that the diversity of the American people is what makes this nation great.
NECO's mission is simple-to honor our diverse Past, to advocate for positive change in the Present, and to build strong leaders for the Future. We do this
with one goal in mind. To help create the world of the future today. NECO is a non profit 501(C) (3) organization with strategic alliances that allow us to
support a range of diverse programs and insure that every dollar we spend goes to creating a better world in the future for us all.
04.09.2008
Randy Owen to Receive Paul G. Rogers Public Service Award
Randy Owen was showered with over 150 music industry awards as the lead singer of the legendary group Alabama, but next month he will be honored not for
his music but for his heart. The Friends of the National Library of Medicine organization have chosen him to receive the Paul G. Rogers Public Service
Award for his many years of work with St. Jude Children’s ResearchHospital in a ceremony in Washington, DC on May 13, 2008.
The Paul G. Rogers Public Service Award was created to honor individuals who are demonstrated leaders in increasing awareness and support of important
health issues today. The overall event will celebrate advances made in children’s health research and treatment, and the individuals and organizations
who are dedicated to this cause.
Randy was instrumental in helping start the Country Cares for St. Jude Kids® program in 1989 after meeting St. Jude founder Danny Thomas. The program has
become one of the most successful radio fundraising events in the country, garnering more than $315 million in pledges for the hospital to date.
“I’ll never forget meeting Danny for the first time and realizing the passion he had for the (St. Jude) hospital,” said Owen. “He talked about wanting to
keep the hospital free to those who couldn’t afford to pay, and he made a comment to finding people who shared his vision to raise money to find cures for
childhood cancers. I knew we had to do something to help, and country radio was the perfect vehicle to spread the word and raise some money. I never dreamed
Country Cares would grow into something this big, and it’s humbling to have my name associated with its success.”
FNLM Mission:
The Friends of the National Library of Medicine (FNLM) is a nonprofit organization that was formed in 1986 to promote, publicize and support the National
Library of Medicine (NLM), the world’s largest medical library. FNLM helps ensure that NLM can meet its full potential to benefit the American public. FNLM
is a coalition of individuals, medical associations and societies, hospitals, health science libraries, corporations, and foundations dedicated to supporting
the Library’s many valuable programs in public education and workforce development. For more information on the FNLM, please visit: www.fnlm.org.
04.03.2008
A Nice of Dose of Randy with a Little Sugar
ENCINO, CA (April 2, 2008) – The Academy of Country Music (ACM) is announcing that on May 16 Randy Owen and on May 17 Sugarland will perform at Fremont Street
Experience in Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority is the title sponsor of the two-day party featuring free, open-to-the-public musical
performances and boot-stompin’ fun. The concerts are part of the week’s festivities leading up to the 43rd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, which will
be broadcast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. live ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network.
On Friday, May 16 at 10:30 p.m. PST, Randy Owen will hit the stage on Fremont Street performing songs from his debut solo album One on One. His current single
“Braid My Hair” has been a fixture on the country charts since its release in early 2008. Owen was the lead singer for Alabama, which up until their 2003
Farewell Tour had received 66 nominations and 19 wins from the ACM.
Former ACM “New Duo/Group of the Year” winner Sugarland will take the stage Saturday, May 17 at 10:30 p.m., following the Academy of Country Music 5th Annual
Charity Motorcycle Ride and Jam. Duo members Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush are nominated for four Academy of Country Music Awards this year for their
multi platinum-selling album Enjoy the Ride, including “Top Vocal Duo” and “Video of the Year” (“Stay”). The duo is also nominated for “Single Record of the
Year” and “Song of the Year” for “Stay,” which both Nettles and Bush produced and Nettles single-handedly wrote. Sugarland is currently working on their third
album, scheduled for September release.
Both performances will be preceded by special guest performers, to be announced in May.
Fremont Street Experience
Fremont Street Experience is a five-block entertainment zone in downtown Las Vegas that is one of the world’s most-visited attractions. Fremont Street Experience
features the world’s largest video screen at 1,500 feet long 90 feet above the pedestrian mall. VivaVision, with 12.5 million digital lights and a 550,000-watt
sound system, dazzles visitors nightly with light & sound shows. Encompassing 10 hotel-casinos, 60 restaurants and free entertainment, Fremont Street Experience
attracts over 18 million annual visitors. Visit www.vegasexperience.com for more information.
ABOUT THE LVCVA
The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is charged with marketing Southern Nevada as a tourism and convention destination worldwide, and also with
operating the Las Vegas Convention Center and Cashman Center. With approximately 136,000 hotel rooms in Las Vegas alone and 9.7 million square feet of meeting and
exhibit space citywide, the LVCVA's mission centers on attracting ever increasing numbers of leisure and business visitors to the area. For more information, go to
www.lvcva.com or www.VisitLasVegas.com.
03.27.2008
We are Giving Away Tickets to the Sommet Center Show in Nashville, TN
We are giving away a set of tickets and Meet and Greet passes for the Sommet Center show in Nashville, Tennessee on March 30. Randy will perform along with
Restless Heart, Bucky Covington, Lee Brice, Stephen Cochran, Trailer Choir, Marshal Reign as a part of the 103 WKDF 2008 Birthday Bash!
Transportation to Nashville will not be provided. If you live in the Nashville area or can make it there on March 30, for the show, here’s how to enter:
To enter, be a part of Randy Owen's email list:
If you are already on the email update list, all you have to do is update your information.
If you are not signed up, go here and enter your information.
You must be on the mail list and have a working e-mail by March, 28, 2008 at midnight.
03.27.2008
Randy on iTunes
Randy’s hit single is now available on iTunes.
03.24.2008
New Tour Dates Added
Check out Randy' Tour page for several new tour dates we recently added. Pretty good chance he'll be in a city by you soon...
03.19.2008
Randy Owen to Headline WKDF Birthday Bash
Randy Owen is set to headline the spectacular 103 WKDF Birthday Bash concert on March 30, 2008 at the Sommet Center, officially kicking off Nashville’s
“Awesome April in Music City” celebration.
For the sixth year during the month of April,Nashville rolls out the red carpet and celebrates spring’s arrival like no other city.
The month will be packed with festivals such as Tin Pan South, television specials like the CMT Music Awards, concerts and exhibitions – each unique to
Nashville.
In addition to Owen, performers at the 103 WKDF Birthday Bash include Lee Brice, Stephen Cochran, Bucky Covington, Marshal Reign, Restless Heart and Trailer
Choir. The concert starts at 5 p.m. Tickets are currently available through Ticketmaster.
03.14.2008
A Special Message and Thank You From Randy
"When I first heard 'Braid My Hair' I knew it was a special song. I hadn't made plans to record the solo project when I heard it, so I didn't know if I
would ever have the chance to record the song. Around the same time I was thinking I needed a new, fresh song to use for the Country Cares For St. Jude Kids.
"Braid My Hair" was the perfect song, not only for Country Cares, but also to launch my solo project One On One. As I said, I knew this song was special, but
I had no idea it would get the reaction it has so quickly.
I look at the stories on my web site you have submitted - hundreds of them - and I really see the power of a song. Thank you so much for sharing your stories.
As this single continues to get played on your local radio station, I'm sure more and more lives will be touched." -Randy Owen
02.29.2008
Catch Randy Tonight on CMT's 'Gone Country'
Randy will be making his debut on CMT’s "Gone Country" as he co-hosts this weeks episode with John Rich, of Big & Rich. You can catch Randy's debut tonight,
February 29th, on CMT at 8:00 PM ET/PT.
For more information about the show, check out CMT.com!
02.21.2008
Randy to Perform 'Braid My Hair' Live on GAC-TV
Randy will be performing his new single "Braid My Hair" live for the first time on national television. Tune in to GAC-TV' "Opry Live" to catch Randy'
live performance between 7 and 8 p.m CST, and again at 10 p.m CST.
02.18.2008
We are giving you an opportunity of a lifetime!
Just for signing up or referring a friend to join Randy Owen's email list, you will have the chance to be flown to Nashville, Tennessee on June 7th and
taken to Randy Owen's farm in Fort Payne, Alabama for a special Fan Appreciation concert! Your accomodations and transportation will all be taken care
of... and of course you get to attend this awesome concert, meet Randy Owen... and more!
In addition to the Grand Prize, one lucky runner up winner will receive a limited edition handwritten, autographed copy of the lyrics signed by Randy
Owen and the songwriters of "Braid My Hair," Christopher Gray and Brent Wilson! Last but not least, twenty people will qualify for a signed copy of
Randy Owen's debut solo album, "One To One"!
Here is How to Enter:
If you are already on the email update list, all you have to do is update your information. You must be on the mail list and have a working e-mail by
April, 30, 2008. If you are not currently on the Randy Owen E-mail update list, simply join now and you will be entered to win.
Bonus Entries:
For each person you refer to join the mailing list between now and April 30, 2008, we'll throw your name in the drawing FIVE extra times. Just make sure
your friends enter your username or email address in the "Referred By" box on the Email Updates sign up form.
02.06.2008
Randy On CMT Insider
CMT Insider will be featuring "Braid My Hair". Be sure to watch! Air times are all central standard time:
Saturday at noon
Sunday at 10:00 a.m.
Monday at 12:30 a.m.
Monday at 10:30 a.m.
01.31.2008
Check out Randy on CMT.com
You can check out Randy's new single "Braid My Hair" along with his new Artist page on CMT.com.
01.28.2008
Randy Joins John Rich and Friends to Benefit Fire Victims
Randy will be joining several of his friends for a benefit concert to support the victims of the 2003 Rhode Island nightclub fire on February
25 at the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence, RI. Accompanying Randy will be John Rich, Gretchen Wilson, Dierks Bentley, Kelly Pickler, Twisted
Sister and many more making this one event you won't want to miss! Come out and support Randy and the gang!!
01.21.2008
Randy's New Single "Braid My Hair" Now Available
After a legendary career with Alabama, Randy has done it again. His new solo debut single, "Braid My Hair" tells an inspiring story of courage
and strength. A portion of sales will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
01.19.2008
Offical Press Release: Randy's Going Solo
“Braid My Hair” Proceeds to Benefit St. Jude
(Nashville, Tennessee) – As the lead singer of the legendary group Alabama, Randy Owen would appear to have seen and done it all – 73 million
albums sold, countless miles on the road touring, a warehouse full of awards and a coveted spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Yet this
singer/songwriter/entertainer/rancher is embarking on a new path – a solo career with a new album in the works and a debut single, “Braid My
Hair” set to hit the radio airwaves in two weeks.
“I’m as excited about this as I’ve ever been,” said Owen. “Before I decided to do the solo thing, we put a band together and did some dates
late last year to see if the fans were still out there. When I came back I was totally convinced we needed to do this.”
Written by Chris Gray and Brent Wilson, “Braid My Hair” is the first song either writer has ever had released as a single. Gray had been a
teacher in a children’s hospital, helping the kids keep up with their schoolwork while they were in treatment for cancer and other conditions.
He often witnessed the side effects of chemotherapy and knew kids – especially girls – wanted to be able to braid their hair again.
In a creative twist of fate, the writers tracked down Randy’s mother and sent the song to her in hopes she would listen to it and pass it along
to her son. She loved the song and told a reluctant Randy he really needed to listen to it. “I tried every way I could think of to get the song
to Randy with no luck,” said Gray. “I finally thought, ‘I’ll just try mama!’ I’m beyond excited about this.”
“I listened to the song four or five times and thought, ‘wow, what a song,’” Randy recalls. “The song is so real, and I’ve seen this lived out
time and time again with the kids at St. Jude. It’s an incredible story done in song.”
All parties involved have graciously agreed to donate 100% of the publishing royalties to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the very organization
that last year presented Randy Owen with its prestigious Founder’s Award for spearheading the Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothons 19 years ago
– events which have raised over $315 million for the hospital. “This is the perfect situation where everybody can win,” said Brent Wilson of the
arrangement with St. Jude.
Produced by John Rich, of Big & Rich fame, Randy’s album - titled "One on One" - will hit stores this spring on the newly-formed DMP Records.
Randy and his 10-piece band will hit the road later this month for a tour that will extend into the fall.
Buy "Braid My Hair" now on WeBlastOnline.com. A portion of the proceeds goes to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, something Randy has been
supporting for several years.
01.11.2008
Radio's Country Cares for St. Jude Kids to be honored with Service to America Award
WASHINGTON, DC – Country Cares for St. Jude Kids, one of the most successful radio fund-raising events in America, will be honored for their pubic
service efforts at the 10th annual NAB Education Foundation's Celebration of Service to America Awards. Alabama lead singer, Randy Owen, will accept
the award at the celebration held Monday, June 9, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.
"Each year, the Samaritan Award is given to a broadcaster or organization that exemplifies the industry's commitment to serving the public interest
through the airwaves," said NAB President and CEO David K. Rehr. "Country Cares is a program that truly embodies the spirit of this award, as apparent
through their tireless fundraising efforts and dedication to serving the patients of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital."
Randy Owen played a vital role in establishing Country Cares in 1989. Since its inception, Country Cares has worked with nearly 200 radio stations to
raise $315 million for the kids of St. Jude. The national radiothon program is aired in more than 100 radio markets, with over 100 country artists
contributing to the organization. These stars include Randy Owen, Brooks & Dunn, Garth Brooks, The Dixie Chicks, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Lonestar,
Clint Black, Keith Urban and more. Additional information can be found at Country Cares' Web site, www.countrycares.org.
Recent Samaritan Award recipients include Gulf Coast broadcasters for their service during and after Hurricane Katrina and syndicated radio personality
Tom Joyner for raising millions of dollars in scholarships for students attending historically black colleges and universities. Other past Samaritan
Award recipients include the Children's Miracle Network; The Men and Women of America's Armed Forces; former Tribune Company Chairman, President and CEO
Dennis J. FitzSimons for his leadership in a number of charitable and community organizations, including the McCormick Tribune Foundation; and a group of
Dallas-Fort Worth broadcasters and law enforcement officials for initiating the first AMBER Plan.
01.09.2008
Randy Owen to release debut solo single, "Braid My Hair"
(Nashville, Tennessee) – As the lead singer of the legendary group Alabama, Randy Owen would appear to have seen and done it all – 73 million albums sold,
countless miles on the road touring, a warehouse full of awards and a coveted spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Yet this
singer/songwriter/entertainer/rancher is embarking on a new path – a solo career with a new album in the works and a debut single, “Braid My Hair” set
to hit the radio airwaves in two weeks.
“I’m as excited about this as I’ve ever been,” said Owen. “Before I decided to do the solo thing, we put a band together and did some dates late last
year to see if the fans were still out there. When I came back I was totally convinced we needed to do this.”
Written by Chris Gray and Brent Wilson, “Braid My Hair” is the first song either writer has ever had released as a single. Gray had been a teacher in
a children’s hospital, helping the kids keep up with their schoolwork while they were in treatment for cancer and other conditions. He often witnessed
the side effects of chemotherapy and knew kids – especially girls – wanted to be able to braid their hair again.
In a creative twist of fate, the writers tracked down Randy’s mother and sent the song to her in hopes she would listen to it and pass it along to her
son. She loved the song and told a reluctant Randy he really needed to listen to it. “I tried every way I could think of to get the song to Randy with
no luck,” said Gray. “I finally thought, ‘I’ll just try mama!’ I’m beyond excited about this.”
“I listened to the song four or five times and thought, ‘wow, what a song,’” Randy recalls. “The song is so real, and I’ve seen this lived out time and
time again with the kids at St. Jude. It’s an incredible story done in song.”
All parties involved have graciously agreed to donate 100% of the publishing royalties to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the very organization
that last year presented Randy Owen with its prestigious Founder’s Award for spearheading the Country Cares for St. Jude Kids radiothons 19 years ago –
events which have raised over $315 million for the hospital. “This is the perfect situation where everybody can win,” said Brent Wilson of the arrangement
with St. Jude.
Produced by John Rich, of Big & Rich fame, Randy’s album - titled "One on One" - will hit stores this spring on the newly-formed DMP Records. Randy and
his 10-piece band will hit the road later this month for a tour that will extend into the fall.
CMT Insider will be airing an interview Randy about The Last Stand this weekend! Be sure to tune in!
Alabama's Randy Owen was presented a check for $73,947 by Alabama Attorney General Troy King on Tuesday, October 9th, which he will deliver to the
Alabama Music Hall of Fame. The money is part of a settlement from a national lawsuit filed by 40 attorneys general, including King, to address CD
price fixing by major labels.
09.20.2007
Check out the press on Randy' new album!
Randy was recently featured in an article in The Tennesseean (Nashville's premiere newspaper) regarding his new solo album, produced by John Rich!
Check out the full article here!
09.17.2007
Update on the New Album
Randy Owen has asked Big & Rich's John Rich to produce his first solo album. Randy has been writing with MuzikMafia members Shannon Lawson and James
Otto for the album. No label or release date has been announced. Before going into the studio, Owen performed several solo concert dates, include
some as an opening act for Gretchen Wilson, to decide if he would be comfortable making an album without his Alabama bandmates. Owen is also expected
to tour to support the album.
Stay tuned to RandyOwen.com for more information about the album, coming soon...
08.13.2007
Fan Appreciation Day
Mark your calendars! Randy will be performing a free show on his farm in Ft. Payne, AL for Fan Appreciation Day on June 7th, 2008!
06.29.2007
Randy honored with Founder?s Award at ALSAC/St. Jude´s 50th anniversary celebration
MEMPHIS, TENN. (June 29, 2007) - During the Saturday night gala at the 50th anniversary celebration of ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®,
Tony Thomas, son of St. Jude founder Danny Thomas presented Randy Owen, longtime St. Jude supporter and country music artist, with the Founder’s Award
– an honor that Danny only bestowed on very special occasions. &ldwquo;I know if my father was here, he would want Randy to have this award,” Tony said
before calling an emotional Owen on stage to accept.
Owen, the lead singer of the legendary country group ALABAMA, helped start the Country Cares for St. Jude Kids® program in 1989 after meeting Danny.
The program has become one of the most successful radio fundraising events in the country, garnering more than $310 million in pledges for the hospital.
In accepting the award, Owen acknowledged the fans of country music, the men and women of country radio and the country music industry for embracing
Danny’s dream. “Danny Thomas was such a special person,” Owen said. “I didn’t have the chance to know him as well as some of you, but it shows you how
a good man can inspire you in just a brief time.”
After receiving his award, Owen called his new band to the stage to perform for more than 1,000 volunteers, board members, ALSAC staff and other
distinguished guests who were in attendance at the event.
“Each year, millions of people in the United States and around the world rally to support Danny’s dream,” said ALSAC CEO John P. Moses. “Many of those
volunteers have chosen to support St. Jude because of Randy Owen. He charged the country music industry to support the kids of St. Jude and I am truly
grateful to him for that. Because of his generosity and determination, St. Jude has been able to continue its life-saving work.”
The convention also commemorated the life of Danny Thomas, whose vision was to build a research hospital devoted to finding cures for children battling
cancer and other catastrophic diseases. In 1957, the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities was formed to raise the money needed to operate and
maintain St. Jude, and on Feb. 4, 1962, the hospital opened its doors.
Since the hospital opened, advancements have been made in many childhood catastrophic diseases. St. Jude has been instrumental in improving the overall
survival rates for childhood cancers from less than 20 percent to more than 70 percent. And, the survival rate for children suffering from acute
lymphoblastic leukemia - the most common form of childhood cancer - has increased from only 4 percent when the hospital opened to 94 percent today.
In addition, St. Jude treats patients with HIV infections, as well as patients with hematologic, immunologic or genetic diseases.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in finding cures and saving children with cancer and other
catastrophic diseases. Founded by late entertainer Danny Thomas and based in Memphis, Tennessee, St. Jude freely shares its discoveries with scientific
and medical communities around the world. No family ever pays for treatments not covered by insurance, and families without insurance are never asked to
pay. St. Jude is financially supported by ALSAC, which was established with a sole purpose of raising the funds needed for St. Jude Children’s Research
Hospital. For more information, please visit www.stjude.org
04.30.2007
Randy and Rich in the Studio
Randy is hard at work in the studio working on his new album with one of Nashville's hottest Artists and Producers, John Rich of Big and Rich.
Stay tuned to RandyOwen.com as we'll keep you updated on the new album, what to expect and when it will be released. If you loved Randy before,
wait until you hear what he has in store for you now.
04.20.2007
Randy Goes Solo
FLORENCE — On Friday night, just as the evening was settling into its chill at Canyon Moon Ranch, Randy Owen played his first-ever solo show.
It was the first time we heard him step outside his role as lead singer of the legendary pop-country quartet Alabama....read more at ArizonaStarDaily.com
04.16.2007
Randy Presents at the 2007 CMT Awards
Attending his first Awards show as a solo Artist, Randy was a presenter at this year's CMT Awards...
06.02.2008
Broken Bow Records announces the release of Crossin Dixon's new single and video 'I Love My Old Bird Dog (And I Love You)'.
Crossin Dixon’s new release ’I Love My Old Bird Dog (And I Love You)’ is now at radio with a video for the single to follow in mid-June! Famed Nashville songwriters Brett James and Bill Luther penned the group’s latest single, and the video was directed by Ruckus Films’ Wes Edwards whose past work includes videos from Jason Aldean, TraceAdkins, and Blake Shelton. Meanwhile, Crossin Dixon continues to rock the stage live this summer, and has begun to embark on a nation-wide radio tour. Be sure to check out the guys’ new single on iTunes and don’t forget to request the song at your local radio station today!!
03.04.2008
Broken Bow Records and Z100 St. Jude Country Cares presents Crossin Dixon ~ Megan Mullins ~ POWRi National Midgets and 600cc Outlaw Micros
Broken Bow Records and Z100 St. Jude Country Cares will be the presenting sponsor of Crossin Dixon, Megan Mullins and the Dean King Memorial race at the DuQuoin Southern Illinois Center.
Crossin Dixon, which recently released its first two singles - Guitar Slinger and Make You Mine - will play on Friday, March 28. Megan Mullins will be the opening artist.
The final DuQuoin Winter Nationals event will be in honor of Dean King (Dean King Memorial), who was avid in racing in many facets and sadly passed away in 2006.
Crossin Dixon and Megan Mullins concert will be on Friday, March 28, at the DuQuoin Southern Illinois Center. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the concert beginning at 8 p.m. General admission tickets are $20 and stage seating is $25. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com, charge-by-phone at 618-222-2900 and at all Ticketmaster retail locations.
National Midgets and 600cc Outlaw Races will be on Saturday, March 29, at the DuQuoin Southern Illinois Center. Doors open at 3 p.m., hot laps are at 4 p.m. and racing bgins at 6 p.m. General Admission is $12, kids 6 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased for $10 at any Southern Illinois O’Reilly Auto Parts store ($2 savings).
Tickets for both of these events (while they last) will be available at the door.
02.15.2008
Randy Heads Back to Where it All Began...
Randy will be returning to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to perform at the Alabama Theater this Saturday, February 16, for the first time in years.
According to Randy, "Myrtle Beach is where it all started for the group Alabama," and this weekend, he will grace the stage for the first time solo.
"We have a lot of dedicated fans down there, and I´m looking forward to seeing everyone on Saturday."
10.16.2007
Crossin Dixon On CMT Studio 330 Sessions
Crossin Dixon is now featured on CMT’s Studio 330 Sessions! Check them out now at cmt.com to hear acoustic performances of a few songs, including their first two singles, "Guitar Slinger" and "Make You Mine." There are also interviews with the guys about everything from life on the road together, how they came together, and where they are headed now.
10.10.2007
"Make You Mine" Single On iTunes!
Crossin Dixon is following up their debut single with "Make You Mine," and you can now buy the single on iTunes! Keep an eye out for the album to hit stores in Spring 2008 or click here to buy the singles.
07.20.2007
"Guitar Slinger" Ringtone Is Now Available
Fans of the new band Crossin Dixon can now hear their debut single "Guitar Slinger" on their phones! Just text DXN1 to 66555 to purchase the real music tone.
*Users will be charged $2.99 for every real music ringtone. Phones must be compatible. This service is available for Cingular/AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon subscribers. Standard text messaging costs apply. Visit www.RingToneJukeBox.com for customer support and full T&C’s.
06.27.2007
Crossin Dixon Single "Guitar Slinger" Now Available For Purchase
The first single by Crossin Dixon is now available for purchase. "Guitar Slinger" is the first single on the album tentatively scheduled to be released later 2007.
04.13.2007
Debut Single "Guitar Slinger" Released
Nashville, TN (April 13, 2007) - Broken Bow Records will release the debut single, "Guitar Slinger," from CROSSIN DIXON in May. CROSSIN DIXON is Jason Miller, Brandon Hyde, Charlie Grantham and Michael Bole from Mississippi. CROSSIN DIXON came together as a band in 2002 and they average more than 100 shows a year in clubs across the south.
CROSSIN DIXON received a lot of record label attention over the past year when they showcased for Nashville labels in the summer of 2006. CROSSIN DIXON was signed in 2006 by BBR's owner and CEO, Benny Brown, and Chief Creative Officer, Keith Stegall. CROSSIN DIXON just completed recording their debut album with Platinum producer, Michael Knox. Knox also produces Jason Aldean for Broken Bow Records.
Broken Bow Records started introducing CROSSIN DIXON to country radio at the 2007 Country Radio Seminar in March in Nashville. In support of "Guitar Slinger," CROSSIN DIXON will begin a full assault on country radio in April with showcases and radio tour.
08.04.2006
Megan on GAC Top 20
Megan's video, "Ain't What It Used To Be," debuted this week on GAC's Top 20 at number 16. You can vote for her at www.gactv.com
08.03.2006
Vote for Megan as NEXT QUEEN OF COUNTRY
Megan is in a contest for the NEXT QUEEN OF COUNTRY MUSIC. You can vote once per day. The contest will run throughout the month of August and you can vote once a day.
07.12.2006
Studio 330 Sessions
MEGAN MULLINS FEATURED ON STUDIO 330 SESSIONS on CMT.COM.
Broken Bow Records recording artist Megan Mullins is featured on CMT.COM this week on Studio 330 SESSIONS. Megan performs acoustically "Ain't What it Used To Be," "Just Someone I Used To Know" and "Cryin' Days" and there is an interview that delves into Megan's childhood and how she became the player/singer she is today.
07.06.2006
Megan in Country Weekly
Megan Mullins sat down with Country Weekly magazine at CMA Music Festival for an exclusive interview to talk about her organic sounding new album, how she started playing violin at 18 months old, and much more!
04.11.2008
Jason Aldean Introduces Crowd Favorite "Relentless" To Radio And Television Audiences -- "Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson" Among TV Appearances
Nashville, Tenn. (April 9, 2008) – Award-winning country music singer Jason Aldean will debut the title track off his Gold-certified sophomore album RELENTLESS for radio and television audiences next week, highlighted by a performance of the new release on the “Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” on Thursday, April 17.
Coming off the heels of yet another Top 5 single, “Relentless” is one of the most meaningful album tracks to the music industry underdog, who survived two bad label deals only to triumph on Nashville’s premiere indy label Broken Bow Records.
“We named the second album ‘Relentless’ in honor of this song and all the hard work we’ve done to finally have some success,” said Aldean. “We have five hits under our belt now, but this is the song that the fans have been crazy for since we put the album out, so we are making it a single in honor of everyone who comes to our shows and sings it back to us.”
Aldean will also make appearances on GAC’s Opry Live this Saturday, the 2008 CMT Music Awards on Monday, April 14 and Los Angeles’ No. one rated morning show, KTLA Morning News, next Wednesday, April 16, where he will perform both “Johnny Cash” and “Relentless.”
Aldean has been consistently selling out his RELENTLESS ’08 tour dates in theatres and small arenas across the country since it rolled out in January. He has been handpicked by Tim McGraw to open the “Live Your Voice” tour, starting May 9 in Tampa, FL and continuing on to 30 major markets through the summer.
03.03.2008
Check out Jason Aldean on "Stripped"
Attention Jason Aldean fans: Tune in to Clear Channel's online "Stripped"
program featuring Jason Aldean on March 3, 2008. "Stripped" is a program
that features the biggest names in the music business in acoustic - or
"stripped down" - performances. The show features an interview with Jason
and a 5-song set including 4 of Aldean's biggest hits as well as a cover of
John Anderson's "Black Sheep." Click the link to check out Jason's amazing
performance on "Stripped!" Jason Aldean on "Stripped"
02.06.2008
JASON ALDEAN FIRST ROUND FINALIST FOR THE "2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS"
NASHVILLE February 6, 2008 - Voting is under way for the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS, country music’s only fan-voted award show, with the announcement of this year’s first round finalists. Fans can vote on CMT.com for their favorite artists to determine the final nominees for CMT’s seventh annual awards show. Country music’s biggest stars will rock Nashville’s Curb Event Center at Belmont University when the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS premieres LIVE on Monday, April 14 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT* on CMT and CMT.com.
The nominees in the Male Video of the Year category of the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS include Jason Aldean video for the song “Johnny Cash”.
The first round of voting runs through February 25, only at CMT.com, where fans will select from the top nominees in each of the 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS categories. On Thursday, March 6, CMT will announce the four finalists in each of the thirteen 2008 CMT MUSIC AWARDS categories, except VIDEO OF THE YEAR.
02.05.2008
JASON ALDEAN ON TOUR WITH TIM MCGRAW!!!
TIM MCGRAW ANNOUNCES 2008 TOUR
With Special Guest Jason Aldean and Halfway To Hazard
“Tim McGraw ‘08 Live Your Voice Tour”
NASHVILLE - (January 31, 2007) – After wrapping the most successful consecutive multi-year tour in country music history last year, “Soul2Soul II,” with wife Faith Hill, Tim McGraw returns to touring in 2008 as a solo act. McGraw, an electrifying performer who has headlined and sold out shows since 1993, will kick-off “Tim McGraw ‘08 Live Your Voice Tour” in May with special guest Jason Aldean and Halfway To Hazard. The first leg of the tour is slated to launch in Tampa, Florida on May 9 and will wrap on July 6 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
“I’m looking forward to having Jason and Chad and David out there this year,” said McGraw. “They are among the best live performers out there and I think it’s a great combination that the fans will enjoy.”
Known for his dynamic stage performances and state-of-the-art production, McGraw has proven himself as one of the top entertainers in the entire music industry. McGraw is the only country music artist in 2007 to be named a Top 10 earner by Forbes Magazine. He recently won his 11th CMA award and his first-ever BMI award as a songwriter for the co-penned hit “My Little Girl,” and was named Billboard’s Top Male Artist in country music in 2007. McGraw also scored four Grammy nominations this year.
Following closely on the heels of his PLATINUM certified self-titled debut, Jason Aldean’s sophomore album RELENTLESS propelled him to the front lines of country music this year with unprecedented sales. The two albums have produced four hit singles (“Hicktown,” “Why,” “Amarillo Sky” and “Johnny Cash) and four #1 videos to date, along with multiple industry award nominations including CMA’s prestigious “Horizon Award.” His current single “Laughed Until We Cried” is already a Top 15 hit and climbing. Praised by critics and fans alike for his high-energy live show, Aldean has been working audiences since he was 14 in bars and clubs across the Southeast. “I’m excited to get a chance to work with Tim,” says Aldean. “I came up through the clubs covering his music every night, so going on tour with him now definitely feels surreal.”
12.06.2007
Jason Aldean Special Soundtrack DVD at Wal*Mart
Jason Aldean Special Soundtrack DVD at Wal*Mart
You can now see performances, recorded exclusively for Wal*Mart Soundcheck all you have to do is click here!
You can also purchase a special edition bundle, which includes a bonus DVD of the Soundcheck performances!
10.10.2007
Jason Aldean Ringtones Available
Purchase real music ringtones from Jason's self-titled PLATINUM album, as well as hits from his most recent album - Relentless. You can now have the Top 10 hit "Johnny Cash," as well as his most recent single, "Laughed Until We Cried" on your phone.
08.30.2007
Jason Nominated for CMA Award!!
Jason was nominated for the Horizon award for the Country Music Awards. The 41st Annual CMA Awards will be broadcast live from the Sommet Center in Nashville on Wednesday, November 7 at 8:00 ET/delayed PT) on ABC. Congratulations Jason!
08.21.2007
It's A Girl! Congratulations, Jason!
Congrats to Jason Aldean and his wife, Jessica, on the birth of their second daughter, Kendyl, on Monday (8/20). "I've got three girls at home now," Aldean says. "I'm sure they'll be ganging up on me in no time!"
08.03.2007
Jason Aldean: VIP Gamer
What does Jason Aldean do while touring extensively on the road with Rascal Flatts this summer? He's perfecting his gaming! His current Top 10 single, "Johnny Cash," is featured on the soundtrack of EA Sports NASCAR 08 and Jason has logged several hours on his tour bus playing the new game and more of his current favorites. To see what games Jason and the band play and what teams Jason picks, visit http://sports.espn.go.com/videogames/news/ story?id=2959169 for ESPN's article of the VIP gamer.
07.30.2007
Q&A With Jason Aldean and EA Sports
Jason stopped by the launch party for EA Sports NASCAR 08 release at Hard Rock Café in New York City on July 23. While there he performed his Top 10 single "Johnny Cash" that appears on the game's soundtrack and talked to EA Sports. To see the interview and find out who Jason's NASCAR favorite is, visit http://www.easports.com/nascar08/components/ article.jsp?id=aldean.
07.19.2007
Jason Aldean Rocks NASCAR 08
EA Sports Taps Jason Aldean To Headline Its NASCAR 08 Launch Event In New York City
"Johnny Cash" featured on game soundtrack in stores August 8
Nashville, TN (July 19, 2007) - Rising country music star Jason Aldean joins a full-throttle mix of country and rock artists to help gaming giant Electronic Arts, Inc. launch its highly anticipated new game NASCAR 08 due in stores August 8. Aldean was hand picked to perform his guitar-driven set including his fist pumping smash hits "Hicktown" and "Johnny Cash" for the exclusive press unveiling of the new game on Monday, July 23 in New York City.
Aldean's current Top 10 single "Johnny Cash" helps set the backdrop for the racing experience, speaking directly to NASCAR's growing and diverse fan base that is rooted in country but has recently seen a surge of urban enthusiasts. Other adrenaline driven cuts included on the official soundtrack include new music from Velvet Revolver, Brooks & Dunn, Big & Rich and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, among others. The music from the soundtrack is also being offered separately through EA's music site at www.ea.com/eatrax/.
" 'Johnny Cash' is definitely best heard cranked up loud, driving in a fast car on a two lane road," says Aldean. "It's a great fit for this new NASCAR game. We got an advance copy for the bus and our summer tournament has officially started!"
NASCAR 08 is the 10th edition of the official NASCAR racing game and features two-time NEXTEL NASCAR CUP Series champion Tony Stewart on the cover. This marks the franchise debut on next generation systems including Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.
Aldean recently topped Billboard's Country Albums Chart when his sophomore effort debuted at No. 1. The award-winning Georgia native is currently on the road with superstar group Rascal Flatts through the end of the year on their "Still Feels Good" tour. For upcoming appearances and tour dates, visit the newly relaunched www.jasonaldean.com.
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06.25.2007
Jason Aldean And "JOHNNY CASH" Hit The Jackpot This Week With Lucky Number Four
Aldean Set To Perform on "The Tonight Show With Jay Leno" on Wednesday
Nashville, TN (June 25, 2007) - Just four weeks after rising country music star Jason Aldean soared to No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart with sophomore effort RELENTLESS, he is seeing quadruple this week as the lead single "Johnny Cash" becomes his fourth consecutive Top 10 single and his fourth consecutive No. 1 video on CMT.
"If I were in Vegas right now, I wouldn't have to think too hard about what number to bet on," joked Aldean. "In all seriousness though, I am just really thankful to have had some success over the last few years and really appreciative of all my supporters at radio and all my fans who have helped me do it."
Aldean has another full week of press interviews ahead including a trip to Los Angeles on Wednesday, June 27 to perform "Johnny Cash" on "The Tonight Show With Jay Leno". He will continue on to Meridian, MS, Houston, TX, and Baton Rouge, LA, to headline a string of shows before rejoining Rascal Flatts in July to kick off their "Still Feels Good" tour through the end of the year.
For other upcoming appearances and tour dates, visit the newly relaunched www.jasonaldean.com
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06.05.2007
Jason Aldean Rockets to the Top
Upcoming Appearances include "Good Morning America", "Fox & Friends", "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" and "Jimmy Kimmel Live"
Nashville, TN (June 5, 2007) - More than tripling first week sales of his debut album, rising country music star Jason Aldean's second Broken Bow Records album - RELENTLESS - lands at No. 1 on Billboard's Country Albums Chart and No. Four on the all-genre Top 200 chart this week with scans totaling over 90,000. Additionally, those numbers are enough to anchor Aldean as the third best country album debut of the year, following only behind music superstars Tim McGraw and Martina McBride.
"We've been out on the road trying to win audiences over one at a time with our live show, but you never know if that energy is going to translate into album sales," said Aldean. "This is definitely a career highlight so far, and I am really looking forward to being at CMA Music Fest this week, so I can thank all the fans personally!"
"To say that Jason is the hottest and most charismatic star to break into Nashville in years is an understatement," notes Bob Morelli, President, RED distribution. "It's unprecedented in the current music industry climate to see an indy artist come out of the box with such impressive numbers on a second album. It is a testament to Jason's talent and the hard work of Broken Bow Records. We are thrilled to be a part of their team."
The award-winning Georgia native is currently preparing for a busy week ahead of media appearances, autograph signings, live performances and charity events. He will jet to New York for a performance of his smash hit single "Johnny Cash" on "Good Morning America" tomorrow, before returning to Nashville for a full schedule of CMA Music Festival activities including a Platinum Party to celebrate his debut album on Thursday, a stadium performance at LP Field on Friday, followed by his 3rd Annual Concert For the Cure charity event to benefit Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation later that night at the Wildhorse Saloon. Other national media appearances in the coming weeks include "Fox & Friends" (June 9), "Tonight Show with Jay Leno" (June 27) and a July stop at "Jimmy Kimmel Live" .
Aldean will hit the road again with superstar group Rascal Flatts this summer and through the fall playing sold out arenas across the country. For other upcoming appearances and tour dates, visit the newly relaunched www.jasonaldean.com
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CONTACT: Mary Hilliard Harrington THE GREENROOM 615.242.7444 maryhilliard@thegreenroompr.com
05.15.2007
Jason Aldean Fan Club is Here!!
Hello Jason Fans!!
We are very proud to announce the launch of the NEW JasonAldean.com: The Official Home of All Things Jason! You will find the latest news, tour dates, contests, photos and even the chance to pre-order Jason's new CD, Relentless, for only $10.99! Make sure to stop by and check out all the fun... www.jasonaldean.com
05.15.2007
Concert for the Cure
THIRD ANNUAL JASON ALDEAN CONCERT FOR THE CURE SET FOR FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2007
Nashville, TN (May 15, 2007) - Rising country music star Jason Aldean will once again host his annual Concert For The Cure during CMA Music Festival at the Wildhorse Saloon to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Following his stadium appearance, Aldean will headline the late night show with surprise special guests stopping by throughout the night to lend support and silent auction items available from some of country music's biggest names.
"Last year, all the fans were really supportive of the show and came to the Wildhorse ready to party," says Aldean. "The band and I had as much fun as they did, so there was no question we wanted to do this again. It's a great time for a great cause."
Breast cancer touched Aldean personally when a close family friend passed away from the disease at only 26 years of age. Since that tragic loss, Aldean has been committed to lending his celebrity in the search for a cure. He has also partnered with Komen to support their activities during October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month and last year appeared in public service campaigns helping raise awareness for the organization.
"They say that one in nine women are diagnosed with breast cancer, and that number is really frightening to me," explains Aldean. "I have a running joke going about how I'm outnumbered by all the women in my life, but for those women, I take this seriously."
Tickets range from $20 to $35 and are available through www.jasonaldean.com and the Wildhorse Saloon. A limited number of VIP Packages including tickets in the exclusive VIP lounge, meet & greet passes and other concert opportunities will also be available through Aldean's web site.
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CONTACT: Mary Hilliard Harrington THE GREENROOM 615.242.7444 maryhilliard@thegreenroompr.com
03.06.2007
New Video & Album
Jason Aldean recently filmed the video for his new single, "Johnny Cash," in Las Vegas with Director Wes Edwards. His sophomore album, titled RELENTLESS, will hit stores May 29th.
03.03.2007
Two ACM Nominations!
Jason Aldean scored two ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARD nominations for "Amarillo Sky" (SONG OF THE YEAR AND VIDEO OF THE YEAR). The 42nd annual ACM Awards will air live May 15th, 2007 on CBS.
03.01.2007
Self-Titled Debut Album Goes PLATINUM!
Jason Aldean’s self-titled debut album went PLATINUM. The album includes the chart-topping hits "Hicktown," "Why" and "Amarillo Sky."
