A rock band is only as good as the connection that they share between one another…for the boys of The Few (formerly known as Thoroughfare) it was about not only making music but finding something that they could believe in. With the addition of lead vocalist Lindsey Stamey (formerly of Vertigo) it seems as if The Few has taken what once was a well-established rock band and has charted a new territory. With an already energetic fan base and tour dates with some of today’s most well-known rock bands, I sat down with The Few to focus in on their creative stage presence, their music, and what’s next for this explosive rock band from Knoxville, TN. Well…it’s OFFICIAL The Few is like a wrecking ball of rock music in full force and on tour. Tell us about the new band, members, and the background of how all of this started? Everything came together very quickly with The Few.  Colin (drums), Cameron (keys), Thomas (bass) and Seth (guitar)... (more...)

The Man, The Myth, The Legend! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity The Tennessee Outlaw himself will be performing in concert March 18th, 2025 in his 75th  anniversary comeback tour that you won’t want to miss.  The legendary guitar performances of the Tennessee Outlaw will be something you will remember for a lifetime.  Don’t wait!  Buy your tickets today.  With only 15 years remaining these tickets will sell out fast.  Read More →

The Country Music Association announced today that Jimmy Dean, Ferlin Husky, Billy Sherrill, and Don Williams will become the newest members of the coveted Country Music Hall of Fame. Due to a tie in the voting, both Dean and Husky will be inducted in the “Veterans Era Artist” category. Williams will be inducted in the “Modern Era Artist” category. Sherrill will be inducted in the “Non-Performer” category, which is awarded every third year in a rotation with the “Recording and/or Touring Musician” and “Songwriter” categories. Dean, Husky, Sherrill, and Williams will increase membership in the coveted Country Music Hall of Fame from 108 to 112 inductees. “These four gentlemen broadened Country Music immensely with their talents, exposing millions of fans around the world to our format,” said Steve Moore, Chairman of the CMA Board of Directors. “Their contributions to the genre and to popular culture are immeasurable, and we are proud to award them the... (more...)

Jason Aldean, Lady Antebellum, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Keith Urban, and Zac Brown Band along with the previously announced Carrie Underwood are the first artists of 2010 to join a legendary group of acts who have performed at CMA Music Festival, which began as Fan Fair in 1972. More than 2,000 Country acts, including the superstars of the format, have lent their time and talent to the event over the decades. It is a legacy that began 39 years ago with legends including Chet Atkins, Waylon Jennings, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, and Tammy Wynette thanking fans at the Municipal Auditorium in Nashville. The Festival is an annual touchstone that connects the most ardent, passionate performers in the format with the superstars who came before them on behalf of the fans who support them. CMA Music Festival is a unique celebration of the relationship between Country Music artists and their fans in the heart of Music City USA. The... (more...)

NASHVILLE – A trembling 15-year-old fan was the first to find out: Carrie Underwood will be among the stars performing at this year’s CMA Music Festival Thursday through Sunday, June 10-13 in Nashville. Underwood took time out of her packed Super Bowl rehearsal schedule, where she is singing the National Anthem on Sunday, to call 15-year-old Riley Ahlstrand with the news. Ahlstrand, an ardent fan of the Festival, was being interviewed by a news crew from the Nashville ABC affiliate (WKRN) when reporter Brad Schmitt’s phone rang and he handed it to the wide-eyed teen. On the line was Underwood to tell the nearly speechless girl that she would be performing at the Festival this year; and Ahlstrand heard it first. “I always look forward to the excitement of CMA Music Festival,” said Underwood after the call. “Its fans like Riley that make the week so much fun.” “This is the best thing that has ever happened, said Ahlstrand, with tears still streaming down her face. “I couldn’t... (more...)

If you don’t know him…you will. If you do know him…you love him. He and his project are known throughout the southeast as the go-to hype man with a classic R&B soul. Jaystorm and his project have reenergized the originality of where music was and has taken it to its limits and beyond. If you want funk-rock with a boom of hip-hop and a sweet southern-soul all you need is a man with a mic and his project backing. On the verge of releasing his brand new album, I sat down with Jaystorm to discuss his vocal magnitude, the background of his relationship with NMZ Distributing, the iPhone and Axe Instinct; and what’s up next for this explosive frontman of pure-funk rock and R&B from the downtown brew of Knoxville, TN. First thing’s first, describe the Jaystorm Project’s sound and what people should expect when they come out to see you? A guitar full of Jimi Hendrix mixed with a healthy dose of pure funk, rock, and hip-hop guaranteed... (more...)

TORONTO – Canadian radio and television personality Casey Clarke was surprised with the CMA International Broadcaster Award during a CMT Canada party last week in Toronto, Ontario. The Award was presented to him by CMA Board member Ron Sakamoto, President of Gold & Gold Productions. “First off, I am ever so humbled by this incredibly gracious honor,” said Clarke. “And beyond that I am grateful to CMA and to those who voted for me. I would like to thank Canadian radio for their continual support and CMT Canada for all the years that they’ve let me have a desk, a chair and have allowed this face for radio to grace their airwaves.” “The Casey Clarke Show” is syndicated on radio stations across Canada, receiving airplay in both major and secondary markets. Clarke just launched a weekly four-hour radio show, “The Casey Clarke Country Countdown” a few weeks ago. In addition, he hosts a variety of artist album specials on national radio and conducts onsite... (more...)

CMA Worked With Microsoft to Create Cool, Web-Based Applications for CMAfest.com, Official Website of the CMA Music Festival NASHVILLE – During an event held last night at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, Microsoft Chief Executive Officer Steve Ballmer presented CMA Digital Media Director Chris Felder with a guitar signed by artists who participated in the 2009 CMA Music Festival. The presentation honored CMA for its technological leadership in the industry through its relationship with Microsoft Corp. by developing new Web-based applications for CMAfest.com, the official website of CMA Music Festival. “Microsoft is pleased to work with the County Music Association to create innovative ways of bringing the worlds of music and technology together,” said Ballmer. “We believe that technology is a powerful enabler for music education, and we look forward to ongoing support for important initiatives like Keep the Music Playing.” The guitar will be... (more...)

Monthly Online Educational Series Can Be Found On CMA’s Member Web Site, My.CMAworld.com; New Episodes Posted Third Monday Each Month NASHVILLE – Understanding the performing rights organizations (PROs) is the focus of the latest installment of CMA Industry InSite, an online educational series, posted today. The ninth episode, “Getting to Know the PROs,” is available now and features interviews with Connie Bradley, Sr. VP, ASCAP; Vincent Candilora, Sr. VP/General Licensing, ASCAP; Pat Collins, President/COO, SESAC; and Jody Williams, VP, Writer-Publisher Relations, BMI. This latest installment discusses the function of the performing rights organizations. “We provide services to help the young songwriter navigate these very challenging times in the music business,” said Collins. The series is designed to provide information about each segment of the music industry in a clear, informative, and entertaining way. The series was developed by CMA’s Artist Relations... (more...)

NASHVILLE –CMA Songwriters Series will return to the venue where it all began, New York City’s Joe’s Pub, on Thursday, March 25 (6:30 and 9:00 PM/ET). This will be the sixth year for the wildly popular series that continues to play to sell-out crowds. Featuring former CMA Horizon Award winner and Capitol Nashville recording artist Dierks Bentley (“Feel That Fire,” “What Was I Thinkin’,” “Free and Easy [Down the Road I Go],” and “Sideways,” all recorded by Bentley), the CMA Songwriters Series allows music fans insight into the stories behind some of their favorite songs. “The CMA Songwriter Series is something I’ve wanted to be part of for a long time, but the timing just never worked out until now,” said Bentley. “I love all the small clubs and songwriter venues around the city, the vibe and acoustics at Joe’s Pub are great.  It’s fun to break it all back down, get rid of the big stage and the lights and video screens where it’s just you... (more...)