CMR Exclusive: Tyminski Shares Details About New Solo Album “Southern Gothic”

Singer, songwriter, talented musician, and 14-time GRAMMY award winner Dan Tyminski has treated fans to multiple impressive works of art throughout the years. For the past 25 years, Tyminski has been an active member of Alison Krauss + Union Station, he was George Clooney’s singing voice in the popular film, O BrotherWhere Art Thou, and he is the vocalist on Avicii’s global hit song, “Hey Brother.” Now, Tyminski is changing things up and focusing on Southern Gothic, a brand new solo album he recently released.

Released in September of 2017 on MCA Nashville, Southern Gothic is comprised of 13 brand new tracks, all of which Tyminski co-wrote. What can one expect with this new solo album of Tyminski’s? Not what you’ve expected from him in the past, he told us in an exclusive interview.

“It’s new music. In a lot of ways, it defines genre” Dan Tyminski told us. “It is such a blend of influences that are from all different styles of music. There’s no one word that describes it. It has influences from all forms of music and you get to pick up on that when you dive in. I would tell people to go in with an open mind.”

Embarking on this new journey, Tyminski is experiencing some “firsts” in his career, starting with introducing tracks from Southern Gothic to country radio. “I’ve been doing this for quite a while and I’ve never been concerned with major radio play because we played a different type of niche of music that wasn’t popular radio music” Dan shared. “The opportunitity to be heard on the radio, and to get to go around to some of the radio stations & introduce myself, and go down a new avenue is very exciting.”

“It’s a thrill for me” he continues. “It’s not something I’ve had to do and it’s not a path I’ve ever gone down. It’s all new to me and I’m digging it.”

In addition to making his introduction to country radio, Tyminski is excited to introduce his new collection of music to fans out on the road. His show will have an eclectic mix to it, bringing all his musical experiences together on one stage. “The show is going to be focused on the new stuff on the record, but we are going to be playing stuff from Alison Krauss & Union Station and some older stuff, and I have to throw in there O Brother & Hey Brother “ Tyminski explains. “I have a bunch of stuff.”

“Some of the set will be connecting the dots. I think there are a lot of people out there who will be familiar with a couple of the other things that I have done,but still not really understand what is going on. So hopefully during the course of the show, the dots will get connected and they will realize it is the voice from “this soundtrack” or “this project,” and hopefully put a focus on Southern Gothic. I’m really proud of this and we are putting most of our energy in to the new music.”

Tyminski will be out on the road throughout 2018 showcasing Southern Gothic. To see if he is heading to a city near you, visit tyminskimusic.com/tour-dates.

2018 has a lot in store for the talented artist. In addition to his new solo album and touring, the award winning artist also has a cut on the soundtrack from the upcoming film, Forever My Girl.

Dan Tyminski’s latest album Southern Gothic is available now. Pick up a copy at a retail store near you, or on any digital music outlet, such as iTunes here.

Learn more about Tyminski and his new journey by visiting his Official Website, and follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Kenny Chesney Leaves Longtime Label, Joins Warner Music Nashville

Warner Music Group and Warner Music Nashville are honored to welcome eight-time ACM winner and CMA Entertainer of the Year Kenny Chesney to the Warner Music family. As part of WMN, the songwriter/superstar’s music will be released on the Blue Chair Records/Warner Bros. Records label.

Since leaving East Tennessee with a handful of songs and a dream bigger than he understood, Kenny Chesney has developed into the man The Wall Street Journal deemed “The King of the Road” and the Los Angeles Times proclaimed “The People’s Superstar.” With over 30 million albums sold, 30 No. 1s, and countless sold-out stadium tours that sell in excess of a million tickets every time he takes to the road, the 2018 Country Album of the Year GRAMMY nominee is on the verge of yet another creative renaissance.

“It is a big deal to change labels,” said Chesney. “But when you hear Max, Espo, and Cris Lacy talk about music, about what it means and does, when you hear that passion, you can’t help but get fired up. To me, music is only complete when it gets to the fans and becomes part of their lives. The people at Warner understand my commitment to that idea, and they’re just as committed to those ideals as I am.”

“Kenny Chesney embodies the relentless pursuit of artistic freedom and expression,” said WMN Chairman & CEO John Esposito. “An unapologetic free spirit, he has built a career on perseverance, drive, innovation, and most especially, great songs. Everything he does is inspired. It is with deep respect and honor that we welcome Kenny to Warner Music Nashville. We couldn’t be more excited to work with him and his team.”

“Kenny’s not only a country music icon, but an American superstar, who’s still hungry to write, record, and perform amazing music that moves millions of people,” said Warner Music Group CEO, Recorded Music Max Lousada. “The fact that he has chosen Warner Music as his new label home is a huge testament to the culture created by Espo and his team, who have made our Nashville operation a magnet for both emerging talent and established artists. I join Espo in welcoming Kenny into the Warner family, and we’re all looking forward to amplifying his success and taking his music to fans across the globe.”

Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town Join Forces on Co-Headlining “The Bandwagon Tour”

Country music superstars and GRAMMY, CMA and ACM Award-winners Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town announce their co-headlining tour, The Bandwagon Tour, scheduled to hit the road summer 2018.

The joint tour kicks off July 12th in Charlotte, North Carolina and will take the country music troupe along the U.S. Atlantic seaboard, Southeast and Midwest regions.

Both critically lauded artists, Miranda Lambert and Little Big Town, together tout a combined thirty-six ACM Award wins, twenty-one CMAs, and four GRAMMY’s. Reigning, eight-time consecutive, ACM Female Vocalist of the Year Lambert released her ambitious, 24-song, double album titled The Weight of These Wings in November 2016, making its debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart.

Reigning, six-time consecutive CMA and four-time ACM Vocal Group of the Year, Little Big Town’s latest studio album, the Grammy-nominated The Breaker, debuted #1 on the Billboard Country Charts and No.4 on the Billboard 200 to critical acclaim.

Live Nation is the national tour promoter for The Bandwagon Tour. Tickets for select dates will become available as part of the Live Nation’s Country Megaticket going on sale Jan. 26 at www.megaticket.com. Also visit MirandaLambert.com and LittleBigTown.com for more information.

Additional dates and support for The Bandwagon Tour to be announced soon.

The Bandwagon Tour Dates
7/12/18 Charlotte, NC PNC Music Pavilion
7/13/18 Cincinnati, OH Riverbend Music Center
7/14/18 Indianapolis, IN Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center
7/20/18 Hartford, CT XFINITY Theatre
7/21/18 Mansfield, MA XFINITY Center
8/2/18 Orange Beach, AL The Wharf at Orange Beach
8/3/18 Tampa, FL MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
8/4/18 West Palm Beach, FL Coral Sky Amphitheatre
8/16/18 Darien Center NY Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
8/17/18 Pittsburgh, PA KeyBank Pavilion
8/18/18 Philadelphia, PA BB&T Pavilion
8/23/18 Toronto, ON Budweiser Stage
8/24/18 Clarkston, MI DTE Energy Music Theatre

Jimmie Allen Launches New “All In” Docu-Series

Stoney Creek Records’ newest artist on the rise, Jimmie Allen, is gearing up for an epic year. The singer/songwriter recently released his debut self-titled EP, and has landed on multiple Artists To Watch List for 2018, including ours.

The recognition is well deserved for the country newcomer. His hard work and efforts that he has put forth, and continues to put forth, is starting to come full circle, and an exciting journey is now starting for the artist on the rise.

To further introduce himself, Jimmie Allen has put together a video docu-series entitled “All In.” Each episode gives fans an exclusive, in-depth look into who he is as a person and as an artist. Check out the first video below, and subscribe to his YouTube Channel so you can see his latest episodes. 

Get connected with Jimmie Allen by visiting his Official Website, and follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Brantley Gilbert Announces His “Kick It In The Ship” Cruise

One of country music’s most-electrifying performers Brantley Gilbert, and Sixthman, the industry leader in music festivals at sea, are pleased to announce Brantley Gilbert’s Kick It In the Ship Cruise. The 4-night inaugural voyage  sails October 23-28, 2018 from Miami, Florida to Nassau, Bahamas on the luxurious Norwegian Jade.

Joining Brantley on the initial lineup is 2017 CMA Best New Artist nominee Luke Combs, Michael Ray, Blackhawk, Colt Ford, Josh Phillips, Faren Rachels and even more to be announced soon.

Like everything about the man who’s notched back-to-back platinum albums with Halfway To Heaven and Just As I Am, this cruise is going to be a lot about the music. Gilbert will treat the BG Nation to two unique performances on-board, as well as an up close, intense and personal Q&A session. In addition, Gilbert’s band will host a variety of activities for the hardcore BG Nation members to provide an even deeper look into his world. Other musicians on board are going to host their own special interactions. A teaser video for the cruise exists here.

“We want to take the entire BG Nation on vacation,” Gilbert says. “Have a lot of fun, a lot of music and a lot of coming together somewhere nobody has to drive, nobody has to go home and everybody can make friends. Obviously, we’ve never done this before, but then, that’s how some of the coolest stuff happens. So, lets all be pirates for a few days. Hit the seas, see the Caribbean and rock as hard as the Norwegian Jade can handle.”

A destination in her own right, the recently renovated Norwegian Jade offers guests Norwegian Cruise Line’s signature freedom and flexibility. Passengers enjoy 11 onboard bars and lounges, 16 dining experiences, the Jade Club Casino, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, and a full menu of spa treatments. Cruisers will enjoy duty-free shopping and awe-inspiring architecture in beautiful Nassau. Or people can explore their adventurous side diving into the crystal waters with dolphins and colorful fish.

Pre-sale registrations are open now at brantleygilbertcruise.com.  Guests who book during the pre-sale period are eligible for one-of-a-kind lottery exclusives, including signed guitars, dinner with Brantley and spending credit to use on board the ship. ALL guests who book before March 2nd will receive a photo with Brantley. Reservations can be made with deposits $200; flexible, monthly payment plans are available.

With his The Ones That Like Me 2018 Tour hitting the road February 2, Gilbert’s committed to bringing his music to the people. For the hardcore fan, hard working American or just someone who wants to unwind where the music hits hard, reserve now. With just some of  the new artists announced, it’s sure to be a four days of good fun, good times and good music on the ocean.

To learn more about Brantley Gilbert’s Kick It In The Ship Cruise, please visit brantleygilbertcruise.com.

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