Garth Brooks Joins Star-Studded Lineup for the 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time. Randy Travis Tribute Concert

Joining the star-studded tribute to Randy Travis on February 8, 2017, will be CMA Entertainer of the Year, Garth Brooks. Tickets for the historic night are on sale now at all Ticketmaster locations and the Bridgestone Arena Box Office.

“Mary and I are so blessed to have amazing friends all over this industry. Garth Brooks is an amazing artist who always entertains everyone in the house, I am humbled by his involvement,” said Travis.

The event, titled 1 Night. 1 Place. 1 Time: A Heroes and Friends Tribute to Randy Travis, will also feature performances from over 30 artists including Alabama, Rodney Atkins, Kane Brown, Mark Chesnutt, James Dupre, Jeff Foxworthy, Montgomery Gentry, Ben Haggard, Chris Janson, Jamey Johnson, Alison Krauss, Neal McCoy, Scotty McCreery, William Michael Morgan, Joe Nichols, Paul Overstreet, Shane Owens, Michael Ray, Collin Raye, Ricky Skaggs, Kenny Rogers, Daryle Singletary, Michael W. Smith, The Bellamy Brothers, The Randy Travis Band, Ricky Traywick, Travis Tritt, Tanya Tucker, Josh Turner, Phil Vassar, Chuck Wicks, Wynonna, Chris Young with more still to be announced.

A portion of the proceeds will go to the Randy Travis Foundation; a 501(c)3 non-profit that raises money for stroke research and rehabilitation.

Chris Young Teams Up with Folgers

For generations, the Folgers® Jingle has been a welcome tune in the homes of Americans. This year, Grammy® nominated country music singer-songwriter Chris Young has partnered with Folgers® Coffee to inspire musicians to follow their dreams by putting their own spin on the iconic jingle and entering their version into the Folgers® Jingle Contest.

Through February 20, 2017, individuals can submit a video at Folgers.com of their unique musical performance of the jingle for an opportunity to win a mentoring session with Chris Young. One grand-prize winner will receive $25,000.

“The Folgers Jingle is an iconic tune that has lived in my memory since childhood,” said Chris Young, singer-songwriter. “I’m excited to be a part of this year’s Folgers Jingle Contest which gives up-and-coming musicians an opportunity to showcase their musical talent and look forward to mentoring the finalists on their Folgers Jingle submissions.”

The Folgers® Jingle Contest
Musicians are invited to take a moment to reflect, connect and create their own unique version of the Folgers® Jingle in video format. The video must include the complete melody and lyrics of “The Best Part of Wakin’ Up is Folgers in Your Cup®.” Once complete, the video must be posted to Jingle.FolgersCoffee.com. A qualified judging panel will select five semi-finalists for an online vote and a special mentoring session with Chris Young. From March 20, 2017 through April 16, 2017, fans around the world will have the opportunity to vote daily for their favorite finalist’s jingle. In May, one Jingle finalist will be selected as the grand-prize winner of $25,000. For official rules, visit Jingle.FolgersCoffee.com.

For more information about Folgers®, visit Jingle.FolgersCoffee.com or follow @Folgers on Twitter and Facebook.

Keith Urban Busks On Nashville’s Lower Broadway

Nashville is also known as Music City, and for good reason. It’s almost impossible to go anywhere without hearing some form of live music. Whether you may be at a bar, a restaurant, or walking down Broadway, you’ll likely hear some good ol’ country music being played.

Today, Keith Urban took to the streets of Nashville in disguise and was busking at a street corner on Lower Broadway. With a wardrobe consisting of a BNA ball cap and blonde wig, Urban opened up his guitar case and played his hit single “Wasted Time.”

“We’re just doing something a little crazy on the streets today in Nashville, doing a little busking,” Keith shared with The Tennesssean. “We made $8. It’s pretty good.”

The Tennessean reports that Urban’s gig is for content for the upcoming Country Radio Seminar taking place later this month in Nashville, and that Brad Paisley and Blake Shelton will be also partaking in similar activities. Read more here.

#ListenUp: CountryMusicRocks Featured Playlist February 2017

It’s that time again! We’ve got a brand new month and with that comes a brand new country playlist! Last month brought a ton of great new music to the country music scene and the momentum continues into February. We’ve selected ten hot new songs that have hit country radio. Check out our CountryMusicRocks Featured Playlist for February 2017, and be sure to request your favorites at your local country radio station.

COUNTRYMUSICROCKS FEATURED PLAYLIST – FEBRUARY 2017

“A Girl Like You” Easton Corbin – download on iTunes here

“Body Like A Back Road” Sam Hunt – download on iTunes here

“First” David Fanning – download on iTunes here

“Flatliner” Cole Swindell – download on iTunes here

“God, Your Mama, and Me” Florida Georgia Line feat. Backstreet Boys – download on iTunes here

“In Case You Didn’t Know” Brett Young – download on iTunes here

“It Ain’t My Fault” Brothers Osborne – download on iTunes here

“Own It” Bailey Bryan – download on iTunes here

“You Look Good” Lady Antebellum – download on iTunes here

“Yours If You Want It” Rascal Flatts – download on iTunes here

Sam Hunt Releases Highly Anticipated New Single “Body Like A Back Road”

It’s here! The highly anticipated brand new single from Sam Hunt, “Body Like A Back Road,” was released first thing this morning to digital music outlets. The new track, written by Hunt, Zach Crowell, Josh Osborne and Shane McAnally, officially impacts country radio on Monday, February 6.

“Body Like A Back Road” was written recently, within the last 30 days following Hunt’s New Years engagement to Hannah Fowler. The track delivers a fun, laid-back vibe, and will make for a perfect fit on country radio, as well as serve as a country music anthem for summer 2017.

Fun Fact: the new track includes lyrics to his summer 15 In A 30 Tour. “Body like a back road, Driving with my eyes closed, I know every curve like the back of my hand, Do 15 in a 30, I ain’t in no hurry, I’m gonna take it slow just as fast as I can.”

“Body Like A Back Road” is available now on streaming and digital music outlets. Grab your copy today and add it to your country music playlist.

Keep up with Sam Hunt by visiting his Official Website, and follow him on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.